Language as Resistance: Empowering Students Through Translingual, Transnational, and Multimodal Pedagogies

Session Type: Paper Session

Abstract

This conference session delves into the transformative potential of translingual pedagogies in the realm of bilingual and multicultural education. Drawing from four thought-provoking papers, this session explore the power of resistance, storytelling, and community writing as tools to empower multilingual students. The papers shed light on the experiences of Latinx students and Asian migrant teachers in the United States, highlighting their struggles against epistemic racism and the monocultural ideals prevalent in the education system. By harnessing transnational funds of knowledge and embracing translingual literacies, these educators and students embark on a journey to create equitable learning environments. Join us for a dynamic discussion on how these pedagogical approaches can foster inclusive, diverse, and empowering educational spaces.

Sub Unit

• SIG-Language and Social Processes

Papers

• Latinx Translingual Literacies as Resistance: Combatting Epistemic Racism at School - Madji Fall, Kean University

• Translingual Community Writing: Public Pedagogy and Writing as Remedy and Resistance - Stephanie Lynn Abraham, Rowan University

• “We Never Talk About Mexico”: Digital Storytelling as a Form of Resistances With Latinx Preadolescents - Jennifer Barreto, Eastern Michigan University

Discussant

• Jeff MacSwan, University of Maryland