Center for Research & Development in Dual Language & Literacy Acquisition
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Center for Research & Development in Dual Language & Literacy Acquisition Awarded $15 Million Expansion Grant for National Study
Dr. Rafael Lara-Alecio (PI), Director of the Center for Research & Development in Dual Language & Literacy Acquisition (CRDLLA), was recently awarded a $15 million Expansion grant from the Education Innovation and Research (EIR) Program, U.S. Department of Education. His project leadership team includes Drs. Beverly J. Irby (Co-PI), Fuhui Tong (Co-PI), Roya Pashmforoosh (Co-I), Marcia Montague (Co-I), and Ramona Pittman (Co-I).
Project Rural Opportunities through Literacy, Observation, Tutoring, and STEM (ROOTS), with the Texas A&M Research Foundation, will work with the University of Southern Mississippi education faculty and 100 rural schools across Texas and Mississippi to enhance literacy and science outcomes for grade 3-5 students.
About the Center for Research & Development in Dual Language & Literacy Acquisition (CRDLLA)
Vision
CRDLLA will lead globally via cutting-edge research to promote equitable access to top-tier dual language and biliteracy education.
Mission
CRDLLA’s primary mission is to support emergent bilingual students, their teachers, and families through research and services that promote dual language, English as a second or foreign language, and literacy acquisition across content areas.
Goals
Conduct research (e.g., innovation and assessment)
Develop research-based educational materials and curriculum
Provide insightful program evaluation
Provide professional development opportunities for teachers and administrators serving emergent bilingual students
AI-powered instructional observations
Provide dual language, English language, and literacy acquisition support and services to teachers, administrators, students, and families
Our History
In August 2013, the Board of Regents approved the creation of the center and its operation as a designated Center within the Texas A&M University System. Today it conducts research and service for state and federal entities in the areas of teacher professional development and English language acquisition for English learners through rigorous science instruction and curriculum. The center also conducts research internationally in non-English speaking countries, such as Costa Rica and China, to promote English language learning.
Our Partners
CRDLLA partners with local, state, national, and international organizations, including school districts across the state, the Texas Education Agency, the U.S. Department of Education, international entities, and businesses in the private sector.
Connect with us
Physical Address: Building 0070
837 West Campus Blvd.
College Station, TX 77843 | Email: crdlla@tamu.edu