ELL 532 - English Linguistics for P-12 Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages

Experienced teachers reinforce their understanding of the structure, history and use of English with emphasis on their application to the teaching of P-12 level language learners within the P-12 school system. Includes an outline of basic linguistic aspects of language (phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics) and their historical, geographical, and social variation. The theory of English grammar, including parts of speech, syntactic structure, coordination, subordination, and discourse patterns will also be covered. Individual research and course presentation are expected of graduate students.

Prerequisites & Notes: Graduate status in WCE or permission of instructor
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter