Multiliteracy

Where Language, Culture & Technology Meet

Research-driven frameworks for educators navigating multilingual classrooms, diverse cultural knowledge systems, and the emerging role of AI in teaching and learning.

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Three Domains, One Framework

Being literate today means more than reading and writing. It means navigating languages, honoring diverse ways of knowing, and critically engaging with the technologies reshaping education.

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Language

Biliteracy policy and implementation, multilingual pathways, and the Seal of Biliteracy across K-20 education.

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Culture

Indigenous language revitalization, culturally responsive teacher preparation, and honoring diverse ways of knowing.

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Technology

AI literacy for language educators, responsible use of generative AI, and the future of technology in teaching.

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Books & Resources

A library of research-grounded books spanning biliteracy policy, multilingual education, and classroom implementation.

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2026 K-8 Focus

Comprehensive guide for K-8 educators implementing multilingual pathways and biliteracy development.

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The Seal of Biliteracy in Higher Education book cover
2025 Higher Ed Focus

Innovative approaches for colleges and universities to recognize and promote biliteracy achievement.

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2022 K-12 Implementation

Evidence-based strategies for building multilingual competence and biliteracy across K-12 curricula.

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The Seal of Biliteracy: Case Studies and Considerations book cover
2020 Policy Research

In-depth case studies and policy analysis for implementing Seal of Biliteracy programs nationwide.

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Dr. Kristin J. Davin

From Research to Classroom

Dr. Kristin J. Davin is a Professor of Foreign Language Education at UNC Charlotte whose research spans multilingual education, Indigenous language revitalization, and the responsible use of AI in teaching. As principal investigator on a $1.5M federal grant partnering with the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, her work connects language policy to real communities and classrooms.

A former K-12 Spanish teacher, Dr. Davin served as Co-Editor of Foreign Language Annals (2022–2026) and has received awards including the Stephen A. Freeman Award and the ACTFL Anthony Papalia Award for her contributions to the field.

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Dr. Davin is available for keynotes, professional development sessions, and consulting on multilingual education, biliteracy implementation, and AI literacy.

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