ELL 564 - Methods for Teaching Beginning ELLs for P-12 Teachers

The course addresses theoretical and practical concerns in teaching English as an additional language to students with beginning to low-intermediate proficiency in English in P-12 schools. Emphasis on innovative approaches to the teaching of listening, speaking, reading, writing, and culture within a communicative framework. Instructor will provide guidance in the evaluation of students; use of standards; development and use of creative materials, including media-based materials. Requires teaching in a classroom with English language learners.

Prerequisites & Notes: Admitted to the ESLT program; ELL 562 or ELL 462; and ELL 563 or ELL 463.
Credits: 6
Grade Mode: Letter