12/13/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 12/13/2024 09:30
Cathy Wong, Ph.D., professor of TESOL and bilingual education, was recently featured on an episode of the "Published Researcher" podcast to discuss her journey as a teacher educator, her research on translanguaging, and how her lived experiences inform both her professional work and her approach to raising multilingual children.
The episode, titled "I Was Scared to Speak English," delves into the challenges and lived experiences that shaped Wong's passion for empowering multilingual learners and promoting linguistic diversity in education. Through personal stories and research insights, Wong shared strategies for creating inclusive classrooms that affirm multilingual identities and encourage academic success.
"This opportunity allowed me to reflect on how my lived experiences and professional journey intersect, shaping my mission to normalize multilingualism and advocate for equity in education," said Wong.