LING 608G - Management of Instruction: ESOL

This course develops skills and knowledge needed by students to become effective teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL). Students study how to teach efficiently and effectively and how to measure student learning. The focus is on effective instructional strategies and best practice for ESOL students. In addition, students examine push in and pull out support for ESOL students and how different models may impact collaboration with colleagues. Participants learn strategies to help language minority students acquire the English language and content area objectives relevant to the Missouri core curriculum standards and Teachings of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) standards. Through modeling, hands-on activities, and teaching presentations, participants understand English language learners better.

Prerequisites: ED 388 - Exploratory Field Experiences, ED 394 - Experiences in Classroom Teaching, and ED 593 - Psychological Foundations of Education for Truman students seeking initial certification. No prerequisites for certified teachers looking for the add-on endorsement.
Credits: 3
When Offered: (offered spring only)
NOTE: The Management of Instruction Course Fee applies to this course.