This book brings together the work of those implementing, using, or researching the Seal of Biliteracy (SoBL) in higher education contexts. Book chapters detail how various institutions of higher education (IHEs) are leveraging their state's SoBL policy and/or the Global SoBL to promote biliteracy within and across communities.

In all 50 United States, high school graduates can earn a state SoBL, which is noted on the high school transcript to certify the ability to read, write, speak, and listen in more than one language. An increasing number of IHEs recognize the SoBL, and evidence suggests that such policies can serve as a recruitment tool, boost enrollment in modern language departments, and facilitate placement into modern language coursework. This book provides examples of how IHEs can implement the state SoBL, the Global SoBL, or their own recognition to recognize students' multilingualism, boost enrollment, enhance practice, and nurture biliteracy in their communities. The research-based examples in each chapter provide robust examples of how IHEs can leverage the SoBL to increase equity and access to higher education for multilingual students.

This book targets educators, leaders, policymakers, and researchers interested in collaborating to enhance multilingualism in their communities. Whether working in K-12 schools or IHEs, readers can learn about potential avenues to expand pipelines, partnerships, and possibilities for learners to earn and benefit from a SoBL.

About the Author

Kristin J. Davin is a Professor of Education at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, where she directs the foreign language teacher education program.

Amy J. Heineke is a Professor of Education at Loyola University Chicago, where she prepares teachers and leaders for work with multilingual learners.

Reviews

'I recommend The Seal of Biliteracy in Higher Education: Harnessing Students' Cultural and Linguistic Strengths at Colleges and Universities to districts and universities interested in creating pathways for Seal of Biliteracy awardees to develop higher levels of biliteracy, receive university credit(s) and become teachers, addressing the shortage of bilingual teachers.'

Shelly Spiegel Coleman, Strategic Advisor, Californians Together

'The Seal of Biliteracy in Higher Education is a transformative work that validates and celebrates the Seal of Biliteracy movement in higher education. From recognizing students' biliteracy to awarding college credits to recruiting potential students, Kristin Davin and Amy Heineke provide research-based examples and help IHEs tap into students' cultural and linguistic strengths to enhance enrollment and enrich their programs.'

Arthur Chou, SealofBiliteracy.org

'This edited book by Davin and Heineke is the most comprehensive and up-to-date book on the Seal of Biliteracy in higher education. It is a must read for those interested in learning more about this topic but especially those educators and policymakers implementing the Seal of Biliteracy across the United States.'

Oscar Jimenez-Castellanos, Goizueta Endowed Professor and Executive Director for the Center for Latino Achievement and Success in Education (CLASE), University of Georgia

Book Information
ISBN 9781032667157
Author Kristin J. Davin
Format Paperback
Page Count 168
Imprint Routledge
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd