Theories and Policies of Bilingual Education and Bilingualism

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The course provides knowledge of the history, policies, programs, and research of bilingual education and bilingualism in the United States. The content of the course includes a review of the philosophical, theoretical, legal, and legislative foundations of bilingual education and their effects on program design and educational achievement. The course will further expand on the role of transferability between languages as well as the importance of authentic parental participation and the role of family as a language and cultural resource. Sections of the course including student assignments will be in Spanish. Prerequisite: Passing score on CSET 3 or minor in Spanish from CLU.