World Language Education

Katy Cen

Katy Cen is a part-time instructor in world language teaching methods at Boston University Wheelock College of Education & Human Develpment. She is a passionate world language teacher with more than 10 years’ experience in Boston Public Schools. Ms. Cen serves on the Massachusetts Foreign Language Association (MaFLA) board of directors and helps organize teachers’ […]

Mia Correia

Dr. Mia Correia is the curriculum, data, and assessment manager for world languages in Massachusetts in PreK–12, where she strives to contribute to the improvement of language education in her district. She is is deeply committed to celebrating multiculturalism, drawing inspiration from her diverse Brazilian, Portuguese, and Japanese heritage.  Dr. Correia is also a part-time […]

Katia Marticorena

Katia Marticorena is a part-time instructor at BU Wheelock College of Education & Human Development, where she focuses on supporting students in the World Language Education program. Ms. Marticorena contributes to students’ individual professional journey and efficacy, helping them to critically observe and evaluate their teaching strategies through the lens of the world language’s core […]

Catherine Ritz

Dr. Catherine Ritz is a clinical associate professor and the program director for the World Language Education and Curriculum & Teaching programs at BU Wheelock College of Education & Human Development. She teaches courses on world language pedagogy, research, and learning design, as well as courses on curriculum and teaching across content areas. Dr. Ritz’s […]