What You’ll Learn: Understanding the C-LIM Framework: Gain a clear understanding of the theoretical foundations of the Culture-Language Interpretive Matrix and its relevance in bilingual and cross-linguistic assessment. Applying the C-LIM in Evaluations: Learn how to interpret cognitive assessment patterns through the C-LIM to determine whether results reflect language/cultural loading or potential processing weaknesses. Integrating Linguistic and Cognitive Data: Discover how to combine C-LIM interpretation with language proficiency results and educational performance data to strengthen decision-making. Case Studies and Practical Application: Review real-world bilingual case studies that illustrate how the C-LIM supports accurate identification of learning disabilities while minimizing cultural-linguistic bias. This presentation is ideal for professionals involved in special education evaluations who want to deepen their understanding of culturally responsive assessment practices. Participants will l