Upcoming book: Speaking the World

In today’s globalized economy, multilingualism and cultural fluency have become essential, transforming how businesses and professionals navigate the increasingly integrated world. The importance of cultivating these skills is evident as they enhance personal and professional competencies such as multilingual communication and cross-cultural understanding. To develop these critical assets, both educational systems and workplace environments are … Continue reading Upcoming book: Speaking the World

The Power of Heritage Languages in Social Cohesion

Here is my latest call for papers for a new volume focusing on the vital role of heritage languages in promoting social cohesion, identity, and cultural diversity. This volume aims to explore the multifaceted relationships between heritage languages and societal integration, examining how these languages influence personal and group identity, societal integration, and intergenerational transmission. … Continue reading The Power of Heritage Languages in Social Cohesion

New book: Mosaic of Tongues

Immensely proud to announce the release of Mosaic of Tongues: Multilingual Learning for the Arabic-speaking World. This new book offers a comprehensive exploration into the multifaceted realm of multilingual education within Arabic-speaking communities and beyond. It delves into the intricate journey towards bilingualism, the intersection of language and identity among diaspora populations, and the social … Continue reading New book: Mosaic of Tongues

Book Release

Exciting news for language and education enthusiasts! A Bilingual Revolution for Africa, a new book examining the potential of multilingual education across Africa, has just been released. This book, edited by Ayé Clarisse Hager-M’Boua and myself, brings together educators, researchers, and actors on the ground to explore the benefits of dual-language education in various sectors and countries of Africa.

The book’s preface is written by Yao Ydo, Director of UNESCO International Bureau of Education, while the introduction is written by Ayé Clarisse and I. The book is divided into four parts, each containing essays on various topics related to bilingual education in Africa.

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Italy Tour for La Rivoluzione Bilingue

Dr. Fabrice Jaumont is a scholar-practitioner, award-winning author, non-profit leader, and education advisor based in New York. He will give several talks in Rome and Naples in February 2023. On February 22, he will present his work at the University Roma Tre at the invitation of the Language Center. On February 23, the University of Naples Federico II will host his talk entitled: The Bilingual Revolution / La Rivoluzione bilingue : The Future of Education is in Two Languages / Il futuro dell’istruzione in due lingue, in partnership with Bilingualism Matters. In addition, he will meet with officials at the Italian Ministry of Education and Merit, as well as take part in discussions and book signings with several organizations.

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New book: French All Around Us – March 20, 2022

New book is out for Francophonie Day! Sortie de ce nouveau livre pour la journée de célébration mondiale de la Francophonie.

Bravo à ma co-éditrice, Kathleen Stein-Smith, et aux auteurs : Mélissa Baril, Timothy Beaulieu, Elizabeth Blood, David Cheramie, Melody Desjardins, Anthony DesRois, Joseph Dunn, Georgie Ferguson, Katharine Harrington, Marine Havel, Marguerite Justus, Emmanuel Kayembe, Etienne Kouakou, Mark Labine, Ben Levine, Julia Schulz, Jesse Martineau, Monique Cairns, Jean Mirvil, Jerry Parker, Robert Perreault, Scott Tilton, Agnès Tounkara, David Vermette.

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