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Courses of Study

EdPs 620 Child Development and Learning in Cultural Context.
The nature of motor, cognitive, emotional, social and moral development from birth through adolescence, with implications for classroom teaching: integration of theory and research findings from the fields of developmental and educational psychology. 3 hours
EdPS 640

Assessment of Individual Differences in General Education and Special Education: A Socio-Cultural Perspective
Assessment in general education and special education of individual differences in intelligence, learning potential, personality, motivation, and school achievement; management of data from assessment and monitoring of student progress; characteristics of standardized tests; the role of educational testing in program design and informing instruction; assessment of young children; use of achievement tests; introduction to dynamic (or interactive) assessment; differences between static and dynamic assessment; the use of teacher-made, informal tests; opportunity to observe and practice use of achievement tests, curriculum-based assessment, and curriculum-oriented dynamic assessment approaches in classrooms.
3 credits.

EDU 634 Basic Reading and Writing Instruction: Teaching Reading and Writing for 2nd Language Learners
Overview of the basic principles of phonic instruction/structural analysis, sight word fund, stages in reading words and syllabication. Strategies for teaching comprehension and critical reasoning to diverse language learners. Techniques for developing the process approach for writing for 2nd language learners.
3 credits.
EDU 635

Curriculum Development and Class Management
This course will focus on the specific theory and practice of curriculum development and class management for 2nd language learners with special needs. Concepts and skills in the teaching of reading, math, language arts, social studies, and science to students with special needs whose native language is not English will be explored using specific instructional methods, materials, and organization. Guidelines for setting up the “right physical environment” to maximize learning productivity and minimize behavior problems will be discussed and demonstrated. Techniques for employing appropriate developmental and cultural approaches for 2nd language learners with special needs students who have emotional/behavioral/learning difficulties will be emphasized.
3 credits.

EDU 636 Linguistic Structure of the English Language
Exploration of the terminology pertinent to understanding linguistic/cultural differences. Identification of dialect variations in English and their expectations for 2nd language learners. Introduction to the understanding and development of appropriate linguistic skills necessary for 2nd language learners using school and home language models.
3 credits.
EDU 637 Second Language Learners and Content Areas:
Overview of the current teaching methods and materials for teaching math, science, and social studies for PreK-12 to students of diverse cultural and linguistical backgrounds. Exploration of ideas for instructional materials and evaluation for 2nd language learners in the content areas of math, science, and social studies.
3 credits.
EDU 638 Teaching English as a Second Language through Modern English
This course will review the structure of standard American English. Special emphasis will be placed on developing an understanding of the different approaches to teaching grammar and the theoretical underpinnings of each approach as they relate to the TESOL/ESL student in both general and special education. The course will focus on providing an understanding of the basic terminology and characteristics of English grammar as well as developing an appreciation and understanding of the differences between grammar in written and spoken and in formal and informal English. Strategies will be discussed for helping non-native English students meet the current English Language Arts standards.
3 credits.
EDU 639 Trends and Current Issues in Second Language Acquisition
This course will identify and explore current trends and issues in 2nd language acquisition. Emphasis will be placed on examining innovative ideas for assisting 2nd language learners to acquire increased language facility and cultural understanding. Students will become familiar with current instructional strategies as well as methods for professional staff and community resource collaboration in building 2nd language acquisition and respect for cultural diversity in today’s society.
3 credits.
EdPs 671 Theory and Practice of Bilingual/Multicultural Education
Mechanisms of cultural transmission. Effects of culture on development and social perspective. Issues of leaving one’s homeland, minority status, and bilingualism. Getting to know and understand specific populations. Exemplary bilingual programs and their practices.
3 credits.
EDU 678 Supervised Student Teaching PreK-6 in TESOL/ESL Programs
This course will provide on-site supervised student teaching in the area of TESOL/ESL. Students will complete a semester in grades K-6 in both general and special education working with students whose native language is not English. This experience requires students to submit the following documentation to the Chair of TESOL:
-A portfolio which contains samples of professional work with students whose native language is not English. This portfolio should contain case histories, lesson plans, evaluation reports, progress notes, and samples of IEPs.
-An essay describing the student’s cross-cultural experiences with children from various ethnolinguistic backgrounds. This may include involvement in parent groups, community advocacy, youth leadership, professional organizations, study/living abroad, attendance at conferences/workshops, publications, in-service consultations, and grant writing, etc.
3 credits.
EDU 679 Supervised Student Teaching 7-12 in TESOL/ESL Programs
This course will provide on-site supervised student teaching in the area of TESOL/ESL. Students will complete a semester in grades 7-12 in both general and special education working with students whose native language is not English. This experience requires students to submit the following documentation to the Chair of TESOL:
-A portfolio which contains samples of professional work with students whose native language is not English. This portfolio should contain case histories, lesson plans, evaluation reports, progress notes, and samples of IEPs.
-An essay describing the student’s cross-cultural experiences with children from various ethnolinguistic backgrounds. This may include involvement in parent groups, community advocacy, youth leadership, professional organizations, study/living abroad, attendance at conferences/workshops, publications, in-service consultations, and grant writing, etc.
3 credits.
EdPs 673 Methods and Materials for Teaching English As a Second Language
TESOL: Historical review, problems, different approaches, curricula, methods, materials, and the use of computer and related technologies as instructional strategies to enhance the learning of ESL in multicultural groups.
3 credits.
 
 


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