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2008-2009 Graduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

GSL 612 - Bilingualism and Multicultural Education

This course explores issues of bilingual acquisition, development, and education, with reference to linguistic minority children in the USA. Topics include acculturation, academic achievement, and programmatic alternatives for English Language Learners; the nature and types of bilingualism, global and societal contexts, sociopolitical concerns, multicultural awareness, special needs, and implications for teaching.

Credits: 3 cr.

Miscellaneous Notes:
Required for the K-12 ESL Licensure Program.