Gloria Delany-Barmann

Gloria Delany-Barmann is a Professor of Bilingual/Bicultural Education at Western Illinois University, affiliated with the College of Education & Human Services and the School of Education. Her work focuses on first language maintenance, sociolinguistics, and teacher preparation in multicultural contexts, with extensive research in Guatemala and Bolivia. Current research emphasizes dual language immersion programs, particularly their implementation in rural areas and the social dynamics of student networks.

Research Interests

• Bilingual education policies and practices
• Indigenous language preservation
• Teacher training in multilingual settings
• Socio-educational networks in dual language programs

No academic awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided text. Her professional background includes collaborative work in Latin America, though specific educational credentials are not detailed here.