Center for Language and Literacy

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The Center for Language and Literacy provides education, counseling and support for school and recreational activities in Reykjavík.

You can contact the Center for Language and Literacy at the email address mml@reykjavik.is

FAQ about the Center for Language and Literacy

What does the Center for Language and Literacy do?

The Center for Language and Literacy is a team of experts within Reykjavík City. The team visits schools and recreational programs to provide teachers and staff with support, counseling and education on linguistic development, literacy, Icelandic as a second language, multilingualism and interculturalism.

Who works at the Center for Language and Literacy?

The Center for Language and Literacy employs specialists in linguistic development, literacy, Icelandic as a second language, multilingualism and interculturalism.

Bridge builders specialize in languages and cultural mediation.

Literacy counselors in preschools and primary schools specialize in linguistic development and literacy.

Primary school counselors for children with diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds specialize in welcoming these children and teaching Icelandic as a second language.

Interculturalism project managers in school and recreational activities specialize in inclusive practices.

Who can request help from the Center for Language and Literacy?

All staff in school and recreational activities can request counseling or support from the Center for Language and Literacy.

Administrators in school and recreational activities can request education or classes for groups of any size at their own sites.

Parent associations in Reykjavík can request education or support.

What kind of help is available?

The Center for Language and Literacy employs specialists in language acquisition, linguistic development, literacy, multilingualism, teaching Icelandic as a second language, parent cooperation, professional development and multicultural practices. If the Center lacks specific expertise, the team can help find an appropriate specialist.

Education can be tailored to individual needs. Options include short talks, classes, education sessions, workshops, and brief or ongoing counseling with follow-up.

How can I request help?

The best way is to email mml@reykjavik.is and specify the type of counseling or education you need.

Center for Language and Literacy

Department of Education and Youth
Borgartún 12-14
5th floor
105 Reykjavík
Tel. 411 1111 

 

The head of the Center for Language and Literacy is Dröfn Rafnsdóttir.