Professional Certificate in Language Support Strategies
Published on June 28, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today we're talking with Dr. Sofia Mendez, an expert in language development and the instructor for our new course, "Professional Certificate in Language Support Strategies." Dr. Mendez, can you tell us a bit about your personal experiences that led you to this field? GUEST: Absolutely, I've always been passionate about languages and cultures. As an ESL teacher, I saw a need for more effective strategies to support multilingual learners, which led me to pursue a doctorate in language education. HOST: That's wonderful. Now, let's discuss the current trends in language support. What changes are you seeing in the industry? GUEST: There's a growing recognition of the importance of cultural responsiveness and inclusivity in language support. Professionals are seeking evidence-based strategies to create supportive environments for multilingual individuals. HOST: Speaking of challenges, what obstacles do language specialists and educators face when working with multilingual learners? GUEST: One challenge is addressing the diverse needs of multilingual learners while navigating language policies and curriculum constraints. Additionally, fostering collaboration between educators, families, and communities can be difficult but is crucial for student success. HOST: You've mentioned the importance of inclusivity and collaboration. How do you see these factors influencing the future of language support? GUEST: I believe that a focus on inclusivity and collaboration will lead to more effective language support strategies, ultimately benefiting multilingual learners across various industries. It's an exciting time for language support specialists to make a real difference. HOST: Thank you, Dr. Mendez, for sharing your insights and experiences with us today. We're looking forward to the "Professional Certificate in Language Support Strategies" course and the impact it will have on learners and the language support field. GUEST: Thank you for having me. I'm excited to share my knowledge and passion with your audience and help prepare the next generation of language support specialists.
