LING 608G - Management of Instruction: ESOL

This course develops skills and knowledge to become effective English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) teachers. Students study how to teach efficiently and effectively and know how to measure student learning. The focus is on effective instructional/method 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 Teachers of English Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) standards. Through modeling, hands-on activities, and teaching presentations, participants understand English Language Learners (ELLs) better.

Prerequisites: ED 389, ED 393, and ED 593 for Truman students seeking initial certification. No prerequisites for certified teachers looking for the add-on endorsement.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (offered spring only)