Maya is an expert speaker.
Invite Maya to Speak at Your Next EventMaya Valencia Goodall is a visionary entrepreneur in education who brings over two decades of expertise to the intersection of bilingual literacy, language acquisition, and educational technology. As co-creator of OL&LA (Online Language & Literacy Academy) at CORE Learning, her focus is on developing literacy professional development that seamlessly integrates Structured Literacy with Second Language Acquisition to equip educators to deliver effective literacy instruction to all learners. Her expertise spans educational theory, learning experience design, and practical classroom application, focusing on honoring students’ backgrounds and experiences.
Before CORE Learning, Maya co-founded Lingual Learning, a curriculum company committed to empowering students to become confidently bilingual. Rosetta Stone/Lexia Learning acquired this venture. Maya and the team then developed Lexia English, an award-winning program recognized for using speech recognition technology and avatars with authentic accents to immerse students in English learning through conversation.
Maya’s academic background, a Master of Arts in education and a Master of Education in applied linguistics, laid the foundation for her innovative educational solutions. Beyond her professional pursuits, Maya’s love for cultural exploration includes fashion, travel, and time with her family.