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Christy Lao is a Professor of Education at San Francisco State University (SFSU), specializing in Elementary Education. She previously served as the founding Director of the Confucius Institute at SFSU and leads major federal projects such as the Bay Area National Professional Development Project for English Language Learners and Project CHILI. Her work focuses on bilingual education, second language acquisition, and curriculum development for Chinese and English learners. Dr. Lao holds a Ph.D. in Second Language Acquisition from the University of Southern California.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Second Language Acquisition, University of Southern California
Research Interests: Dr. Lao's research emphasizes bilingual pedagogy, Chinese literacy development, and the efficacy of free voluntary reading. She has developed bilingual curricula and professional development programs for educators in the U.S., Hong Kong, and China. Her recent collaboration with institutions like the University of Hong Kong and Chinese University of Hong Kong underscores her commitment to advancing Chinese language education.
Grants & Projects:
- Secured $3 million in federal funding for bilingual curriculum development and teacher training
- STARTALK Teacher and Student Programs at SFSU
Labs/Teams: Directs the Confucius Institute at SFSU and collaborates with institutions in Hong Kong, Taiwan, and mainland China on initiatives to enhance multilingual education.
