Global Initiatives in North Carolina: The Impact on Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Learners

Authors

Charlotte R. Hancock, University of North Carolina— Charlotte
Kristin J. Davin, University of North Carolina— Charlotte
John A. Williams III, Texas A&M University— College Station
Chance W. Lewis, University of North Carolina— Charlotte

Publication Date

3-1-2020

Abstract

In 2013, the North Carolina state Task Force on Global Education put forth a goal of preparing students to be globally prepared for the twenty-first century. This study explored, through interviews with officials from the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) as well as NCDPI’s website, the influence of that global initiative on dual language (DL) programs and the Seal of Biliteracy (SoBL) in the state through the lens of culturally and linguistically diverse learners’ (CLD) involvement. For other states seeking ways in which to increase DL programming and the number of students earning the SoBL while simultaneously ensuring the inclusion of CLD learners, this article illuminates ways in which NC is working towards this goal and provides concrete ideas that other states may seek to emulate.

Recommended Citation

Hancock, Charlotte R.; Davin, Kristin J.; Williams, John A. III; and Lewis, Chance W. (2020) "Global Initiatives in North Carolina: The Impact on Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Learners," Dimensions: Vol. 55, Article 9.
Available at: https://digitalcommons.kennesaw.edu/dimensions/vol55/iss1/9