Rural Libraries and English Language Learners

An EL teacher from the Forest Lake School District, Dr. Murphy Carmel is a passionate library supporter. Her doctoral research was focused on rural libraries and schools and the non-English speaking families they serve. We're sure her insights will inspire and empower you!
 

You’ll leave this session with:

• Increased understanding of what parents of EL children want from rural libraries.

• Greater knowledge of the research being done in this area.

• Several articles for later reading related to the topic.

• Connections with other library staff who, like you, work with non-English speakers in rural libraries.

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A portion of the session will be focused on discussing your ideas and questions about how to best serve our non-English speaking patrons. 

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Virtual attendance will be via Zoom, but session will not be recorded. CEUs available.