Promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Language Learning Environments

Karina Becerra-Murillo earned her Doctorate in Educational Leadership from the American College of Education. Dr. Becerra-Murillo holds two Master of Arts degrees from Azusa Pacific University in Educational Leadership and Educational Counseling and a dual B.A. degree in Spanish Literature and Language from California State University, San Bernardino. She has over 20 years of practitioner experience in a K-12 public school setting. Dr. Becerra-Murillo currently serves as a Director of Human Resources in a Southern California school district. She has experience as a site and district level Administrator including the following positions: Director of Special Education, Coordinator of Special Education, Principal, Assistant Principal, Counselor, and Teacher. Her career in public education started as an Instructional Aide in Special Education. Dr. Becerra-Murillo's experience extends from Preschool to Higher Education. She serves as Adjunct Faculty at American College of Education, teaching courses in the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership as well as supporting doctoral candidates through the dissertation process in the Ed.D. program. Her research interests include special education, inclusive practices, equity, diverse learners, English language learners, gifted education, and Universal Design for Learning. |Josefina Gámez - Editor| earned her Doctorate in Educational Leadership from the American College of Education. Dr. Gámez holds a Master of Arts in Education from Claremont Graduate University and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Pitzer College. She has 26 years of experience in the field of education. Dr. Gámez currently serves as an elementary school principal. She has experience in site leadership, professional development, and classroom instruction. Dr. Gamez's research interests are in the area of multilingualism, English language learners, equity, and inclusive practices.