Structured English Immersion

Catalog description

This course will introduce students to the concept of and methods for instructing English learners in a Structured English Immersion (SEI) environment. Students examine the legal and historical foundations of SEI and the English Language Proficiency (ELP) Standards. The Arizona Language Development Approach (LDA) and SEI models are introduced, including language development and acquisition learning theories. Additionally, students analyze the identification and assessment process for English learner (EL) eligibility, as well as culturally relevant instructional practices for English learners and family engagement. This course is designed to meet the standards set by the Arizona Department of Education.