EDU 379 METHODS AND MATERIALS OF TEACHING ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE

This course addresses instructional theory, methods, best practices and pedagogy in Teaching English as a Second Language. The course introduces strategies for teaching reading, writing, listening, speaking and culture awareness for a range of abilities (children/adult), proficiency levels, and instructional environments. Students will be expected to develop lessons, differentiate instruction, and develop skills for collaborative instruction with other education professionals, family and community. Attention to development of a positive and productive learning environment, as well as demonstrating awareness of cultural factors and multilingual learners will be stressed.