Ken Schneider

Co-Director | Speaking in Tongues

Part I: Behind the Scenes of Speaking in Tongues

In this Colorín Colorado Meet the Experts interview, filmmaker Ken Schneider offers a behind-the-scenes look at Speaking in Tongues, a documentary about dual-language education that he directed with Marcia Jarmel. Ken shares some of the personal experiences that led him and Marcia to make Speaking in Tongues, as well as in-depth profiles of the students and families featured in the film. He also discusses reactions to the documentary and suggestions for individuals who wish to host their own screening.

Part II: A Parent's Perspective on Dual-language Education

In part II of our interview, Ken shares his own families' experiences with dual-language education and talks about what it's like for parents who may not speak the language(s) their children are learning in an immersion program.

The full transcript of Part I & II is available below, and this podcast can also be downloaded from our Meet the Experts iTunes page.

Biography

Ken Schneider is the co-director of Speaking in Tongues, a documentary about dual-language education that he filmed with Marcia Jarmel.