Theory/Foundations of ESL and Bilingual Programs

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Explore how historical, political, sociocultural, and educational events, federal and local laws, and local policies combine to drive the services and supports for English Learners in schools. Theories of first and second language acquisition and bilingualism, ESL and Bilingual program delivery models, and current research related to developing, implementing, and evaluating ESL and Bilingual programs and services for English Learners, and their families are included. A minimum of 20 clock hours of on-site activities in PK-12 schools is included. *This course is only offered through the School of Extended Education.