Steps toward Unifying Dual Language Programs, Common Core State Standards, and Critical Pedagogy: Oportunidades, Estrategias y Retos

This article discusses a partnership between Chula Vista Learning Community Charter School and the bilingual teacher education program at the College of Education at San Diego State University. The partnership prepares teachers and administrators to implement and develop dual language instruction that is aligned to Common Core State Standards. The article addresses the opportunities, strategies, and challenges of working together to implement a pedagogy-based curriculum.