SPA 225 TEACHING & LEARNING SPANISH

Practical skills for the teaching of Spanish, with techniques for fostering a communicative environment, language in context and community engagement. The course analyzes concepts of Foreign Language pedagogy, applied linguistics, bilingual education, International Baccalaureate, national standards, learning styles and interest-based education.  It provides assessment-based and student-designed creative activities, virtual observations, and teaching practica in local schools, and favors functional literacy over mastery.