Methods and Materials of Teaching in the Pre K-6 Bilingual Classroom

Catalog description

Using culture literature, this course focuses on helping students construct meaning in classroom literacy activities. The course examines language teaching methods and models, and effective, integrative instructional practices in teaching of reading and language arts and other core subjects (mathematics, science and social studies) to the bilingual child. This course is required for all students seeking a Bilingual Education Extension to a NYS teaching certificate at the Childhood or Early Childhood Levels. Field experience and/or an Apprenticeship in bilingual settings and successful completion of NY State assessments in bilingual education are also required for the certification extension.