GSL 547 - ESOL in the Content Areas

This course covers material essential to ELL teachers who plan to teach in U.S. Pre-K-12 classrooms. The course is designed to develop skill and knowledge in two critical elements of teaching culturally and linguistically diverse Pre-K-12 classes: 1) differentiating content instruction to accommodate linguistic and cultural diversity, and 2) integrating instruction in academic English into content lessons. In addition, students learn about assessing and accommodating learning differences (including giftedness) in the ELL student population. The practicum, which includes focused observation in content classrooms, is required for licensure/endorsement purposes and for integration of course material.

Credits: 3 cr.

Miscellaneous Notes:
Required for Pre-K-12 ELL Licensure and Endorsement programs. Involves a 20-hour grades K-6 or 7-12 practicum.