ELL 535 - Instructional Methods for Academic Language Proficiency in Grades P-12

An expansion on theoretical and practical concerns for P-12 master educators in teaching English as an additional language to students in grades P-12 with intermediate to advanced proficiency in English. Emphasis is on innovative approaches to the teaching of language and literacy within a communicative framework and academic register. Provides guidance in the evaluation, development, and use of creative materials, including media-based materials. Requires participation in an embedded practicum experience with English language learners or reflection of teaching in their own classroom. This course will offer teachers methods and strategies to refine communication abilities across multiple settings while focusing primarily on academic language, literacy and identity development taught through engaging and relevant content. We will build on the techniques introduced in ELL 534 but shift the emphasis to elements of academic language; specifically vocabulary, form, function, and fluency of language across domains of reading, writing, listening and speaking.

Prerequisites & Notes: ELL 534 or ELL 434 or permission of the program director.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter