SEAL Resources

Dive into our curated collection of resources—from research to hands-on practices to engaging educational videos—brought to you by SEAL’s experts. Uncover innovative strategies and insights for how to support Multilingual Learners, and all students, in the classroom.

SEAL Resources

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Centering English Learner/ Emergent Bilingual Students in Literacy Research and Instruction

There is a considerable amount of attention currently on the science of reading, with many states rushing to adopt policies that are purportedly aligned with it.

Report

A P-3 Framework: Centering English Learners

This framework is authored by Dr. Laurie Olsen, provides a vision of an inclusive, equitable P–3 system that draws on EL expertise to create an aligned schooling system responsive to English Learners from early education through the elementary grades.

Report

Building the Supply of Bilingual Teachers in California

Evidence From State Investment Shows Districts Should Look Closer to Home for Bilingual Teacher Candidates

Report

SEAL Brief: Centering Multilingual Families in California Community Schools

Community schools are schools where the resources and voices of the staff, families and community are organized around supporting student success.

Brief

SEAL Videos

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A Dual Language Preschool Classroom

Integrated thematic “Pumpkins & Harvest” unit in a “balanced” dual language preschool class.

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Bilingual/Dual Language
Embracing Early Education

Affirming Language, Culture, & Identity

Children in early learning learn/develop best where they feel safe and a sense of belonging.

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Embracing Early Education

Asi se Dice - That's how you say it - Bilingual 2nd + 3rd Grade Classroom

Bilingual students in grades 3 & up engaged in working collaboratively in/across Spanish/English.

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Supporting Dual Language Practices
Bilingual/Dual Language

Bilingual/Dual Language Education

Benefits and research behind bilingual and dual language education.

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Bilingual/Dual Language
The Case for Dual Language Education

Bilingual Writing: Assessment and Instruction 3rd grade

Depicts what Dual Language teachers need to consider as they analyze/assess student writing holistically

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Supporting Dual Language Practices

Bilingual/Dual Language Education - Families

Benefits and research behind bilingual and dual language education (Spanish with English subtitles)

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The Case for Dual Language Education
Bilingual/Dual Language

SEAL Partner Resources

Access resources from SEAL partners to support your students in the classroom and at home. 

LatinoJustice PRLDEF

Closing the Education Gap For K–12 English Learners Advocacy Needs and Opportunities

The report, "Closing the Education Gap For K–12 English Learners: Advocacy Needs and Opportunities," delves into the educational challenges faced by Latino English Learners (ELs). It underscores the importance of robust parental involvement, improved bilingual and asset-based educational programs, and strategic teacher recruitment and training. The document also outlines advocacy strategies for legislative changes and community engagement to secure equitable education and enhance bilingual education, reflecting on the enduring impact of the ASPIRA v. NYCBOE case.

Operationalizing High-Quality Dual Language Programs

A robust body of research indicates that dual language immersion (DLI) is the gold standard emergent bilinguals.

Bridging California’s Bilingual Teacher Gap in Early Childhood Education

Inaugural policy brief — a thorough examination of the shortage of bilingual early childhood educators in California.

DLL Identification Guide: For CSPP Providers

Dual Language Learners (DLLs) are children whose first language is a language other than English or children who are developing two or more languages, one of which may be English.