Supporting Dual Language Learners

Catalog description

Increases students' knowledge of the language development of Dual Language Learners (DLLs), the role of home language in assessment and instruction, as well as knowledge and application of instructional practices to support DLLs' oral language and emergent literacy practices. Students design and implement activities for working with young children who are DLLs and their families. In order to successfully complete assignments in this course, students need access (through volunteering or a work setting) to children ages birth through five at least 15 hours/month.