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The CERLL and CIDE/C premiered the docufilm No Vernacular! on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at 4:00 PM in the OISE Nexus Lounge. Produced and directed by Dr. Mama Nii Owoo, the docufilm explores African multilingualism, teacher practices, and language policy in Ghana, where an astonishing 84 languages are spoken. It highlights the challenges and strategies Ghanaian teachers navigate in this linguistically diverse landscape.
A pioneering blend of research and documentary filmmaking, No Vernacular! marks a milestone in Dr. Owoo’s PhD journey and offers fresh insights into multilingual education and policy. The film has also received widespread recognition, earning a Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) 2025 nomination and an official selection at the International Black & Diversity Film Festival (IBDFF) 2025.
Following the screening, a panel discussion featured esteemed scholars, including OISE Professors Antoinette Gangné and Jeff Bale, and Professor Sinfree Makoni from Pennsylvania State University. Dr. Enrica Piccardo (Director, CERLL), welcomed the panel for a social gathering and refreshments, with Dr. Carly Manion (Director, CIDE/C) also in attendance.
Dr. Owoo's journey in creating and showcasing the film will hopefully inspire future researchers to explore creative methodologies in their own research.
A pioneering blend of research and documentary filmmaking, No Vernacular! marks a milestone in Dr. Owoo’s PhD journey and offers fresh insights into multilingual education and policy. The film has also received widespread recognition, earning a Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) 2025 nomination and an official selection at the International Black & Diversity Film Festival (IBDFF) 2025.
Following the screening, a panel discussion featured esteemed scholars, including OISE Professors Antoinette Gangné and Jeff Bale, and Professor Sinfree Makoni from Pennsylvania State University. Dr. Enrica Piccardo (Director, CERLL), welcomed the panel for a social gathering and refreshments, with Dr. Carly Manion (Director, CIDE/C) also in attendance.
Dr. Owoo's journey in creating and showcasing the film will hopefully inspire future researchers to explore creative methodologies in their own research.