Science of reading and bilingualism: establishing a connection with the Brazilian schools

Abstract

The aim of this review is to present the round table “Psicolinguística: da mente à escola” broadcasted on June 1st and organized by the event Abralin Ao Vivo. It also highlights interesting points discussed in the chat simultaneously with the presentation. The round table brings together proposals from the science of reading and the science of bilingualism to dialogue with the Brazilian school system. Thus, researcher Janaina Weissheimer addresses translational research in the neuroscience of reading and its application in schools, as well as data on the importance of sleep in consolidating knowledge. Researcher Ingrid Finger, in turn, addresses bilingualism and its impacts in the classroom, as well as discussing evidence from researches in the field and the boom of bilingual schools in Brazil.