English Language Learners Course Descriptions

Overview of required courses for the ELL endorsement

Undergraduate/Graduate level

T&L 333/510: Foundations of the Schooling of Language Minority Learners

Study an overview of theory, research, and applications in second language acquisition, language policy, and the development of educational programs for linguistically and culturally diverse students.

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T&L 339/549: Communicating in Diverse Classrooms

Examine the complex linguistic, social, and cultural issues affecting the achievement of English language learners in classrooms. The emphasis is on a variety of communication issues in classrooms with language learners.

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T&L 409/509: Curriculum and Assessment for English Language Learners

Learn key concepts related to curriculum development for and assessment of language minority students. Topics include aligning curricula with standards, innovative and authentic assessment practices, cultural bias in tests, appropriateness of assessment measures, and culturally appropriate testing situations.

T&L 413/414/514: ELL Materials and Methods

Learn key concepts in ESL methodology, including teaching strategies and techniques to help ELLs in listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in the content areas.

T&L 401/501: ELL/Bilingual Practicum

Needed for the bilingual and ELL endorsements, this course provides students with the opportunity to work with in-service teachers (401) or their own students (501) and to become familiar with school and community issues.

Elective:

T&L 404/504: Advanced Study in Linguistics for Teachers

An elective course, 404/504 addresses aspects of English semantics, syntax, phonology, and orthography that teachers of language minority learners should know and consider while planning instruction.