Coming Soon
On this page you will find a description of some of the research, teaching and curriculum/materials development that we are currently working on.
Current Projects
Passing it on to the next generation: Training teachers & language experts to teach Portuguese through culture
Collaboration between The Hub, the Portuguese Beyond Borders Institute (PBBI) and Fresno State Linguistics TESOL/SLAT students
The Hub & PBBI recognize Portuguese speakers in the community who have a desire to share their language with others and would like to offer the following:
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Train Portuguese “language experts” to become community Portuguese “language teachers” in formal and informal settings (community organizations, libraries, church groups, etc.)
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Develop curriculum and materials to equip people to teach at home to their families.
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Create an intergenerational bridge through storytelling in the Portuguese-American community and beyond.
The Benefits of an Extended Reality in Web-based Language Learning Apps
Principal Investigator - Dr. Jaydene Elvin
Co-PI -
Dr. Laura Huisinga
Through the use of WebVR we aim to make an extended reality, immersive, language learning experience that offers remote interactive learning opportunities. We investigate whether the use of extended reality helps lower the affective filter (psychological obstacles that limit language learning, e.g., confidence, motivation) and whether or not it leads to overall gains in language development.
Development of an online, asynchronous curriculum for a Functional Spanish for EMRs course
PIs -
Jaydene Elvin (PhD),
Cheryl Chan (MA), Marc Tamarit (MA)
In this project, we conducted a needs assessment, designed a curriculum, created lessons and developed materials for a Functional Spanish course specifically designed for emergency responders.