3 credits
Fall 2024 Distance Learning Upper Division
Application of theory, research, and guiding principles to providing high-quality instruction in dual language and other bilingual education programs in K-12 education. This course includes a specific focus on both program-level design of effective dual language programs, and effective language and literacy instruction for emergent bilingual students leading to high levels of bilingualism, biliteracy, and academic achievement. This course is designed for pre-service and in-service bilingual teachers and administrators, in addition to other teachers of English language learners and researchers interested in high-quality and equitable educational programs for bilingual students.
Learning Outcomes1Identify and describe the principles and key aspects of the structure and curriculum of dual language bilingual education programs.
2Define biliteracy and the key components of the Literacy Squared model.
3Identify and describe the principles and key aspects of effective oral language instruction and the development of metalinguistic skills.
4Identify and describe the principles and key aspects of effective reading instruction across two languages.
5Identify and describe the principles and key aspects of effective writing instruction across two languages.
6Identify and describe the principles and key aspects of effective assessment practices across two languages.
7Develop effective lesson plans for bilingual and biliteracy development.
8Identify and describe the principles and key aspects of whole school considerations in supporting effective dual language bilingual education programs.
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