Engaging first and second language learners in reading and writing about culturally relevant literature. Meeting with peers, teacher mentors and University faculty to reflect on classroom teaching and learning. Our internationally renowned faculty carry out research on such topics as second language acquisition, bilingual education, literacy instruction and assessment, language planning, practitioner inquiry, professional development, socio-linguistics and family and intergenerational literacy. Students learn how linguistic and cultural diversity inform teaching and learning in various settings. Learning about the relationships of theory and practice through field-based experiences.
Students participate in extensive inquiry-based fieldwork and do research at a wide range of sites.
Commitment to urban education. Students and faculty work together in urban settings to understand and improve community and school-based learning. Strong international links. Students benefit from LED's international ties that facilitate individual and collaborative research around the world.