Methods for Teaching ESOL

Catalog description

Focuses on the theories and methods of second language instruction. Students develop their instructional skills by applying evidence-based methods to classroom practice through lesson plan development, informal assessment, and progress monitoring. Students explore the techniques, strategies, and materials for delivering ESOL-focused instruction across the content areas for linguistically diverse students. Students develop appropriate, research-based teaching strategies for application across language proficiency levels and grade spans. This course includes supervised field experience related to sheltered instructional models and methods for multilingual learners across the disciplines in public schools.