Content Bsed ESL Curric Instru

Catalog description

This class focuses on application of principles of second language acquisition to promote language, literacy and academic development in content area classrooms. This course will cover the functions and features of academic English language and examine types and features of academic language used in subject areas. During the course, various teaching strategies and techniques will be explored to support both native English speakers and ELLs in their development of content knowledge, thinking skills, communication skills, and literacy skills. Instructional strategies to promote students’ listening, speaking, reading and writing will be highlighted. *A minimum twenty-five (25) hours of fieldwork is required. Offered: spring.