ESL 434 Learning Strategies and Assessment

Through this course students will consider the cross-cultural factors that influence second language learners and investigate what instructional practices and materials are best suited for specific situations.  They will also examine topics such as cooperative learning, cross-cultural testing, peer teaching, and methods for integrating content and language. 

Credits

5

Prerequisite

Per program plan, plan of study, or approval of program director.

Outcomes

1. This course will prepare students to:
2. Apply ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines and English Language Development (ELD) standards.
3. Utilize effective communication strategies with ELL students and families.
4. Demonstrate comprehension strategies.
5. Integrate ELL instructional strategies in content areas, i.e., social studies, science, mathematics.