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About CAL Solutions

The experts at CAL Solutions at the Center for Applied Linguistics specialize in providing effective, research-based solutions for educators and practitioners working with language learners of all ages. For over five decades, CAL has worked with teachers, administrators, practitioners, service providers, and others committed to helping language learners succeed. Drawing on years of experience as teachers, researchers, coaches, and curriculum developers, CAL staff provide the tools, training, and resources educators need to help students of all ages succeed.

We offer a wide range of workshops and services that can be customized to meet your needs. We provide services onsite at your location and also provide a growing number of CAL Institutes in Washington DC. Our growing catalog of online courses are designed to make knowledge building and professional development affordable and convenient. 

We invite you to review our offerings and contact us to we can partner with you to customize a solution to best meet your needs.

About the Center for Applied Linguistics (CAL)

CAL is a private, non-profit organization founded in 1959. Headquartered in Washington D.C., CAL has earned an international reputation for its contributions to the fields of bilingual and dual language education, English as a second language, world languages education, language policy, assessment, immigrant and refugee integration, literacy, dialect studies, and the education of linguistically and culturally diverse adults and children. 

CAL’s mission is to promote language learning and cultural understanding by serving as a trusted source for research, services, and policy analysis. Through its work, CAL seeks solutions to issues involving language and culture as they relate to access and equity in education and society around the globe.

Collaborations
CAL has strong, long-term collaborative relationships with many organizations. We actively seek out new partnerships that allow us to expand the scope of our programs and serve our mission. CAL staff also work with a pool of expert consultants, strengthening our ability to respond quickly and effectively to client needs. Contact Us.