CLD 404 - TESOL Methods

3 Credit(s)

This course introduces students to the study, philosophy, aims and methods of teaching English as a second (or foreign language) with an emphasis upon the techniques and materials in current use. It aims at providing for examination of current theory and empirical data on language learning, as well as for scrutinizing pertinent pedagogical implications/ applications for the TESOL K-12/ CLD classroom intended to address the language needs of non-native speakers of English. In addition, the course reviews research-based instructional methodologies applicable to teaching language through the content areas.The course considers the large storehouse of information; currently available on how to successfully tap into this knowledge in order to develop and implement sound methodological approaches which will assist SL/ CLD learners in becoming proficient in the target language and successful in the academic content areas. Content addresses teachers’ need to rely on effective instructional approaches and strategies that promote a climate that is conducive to opportunities for active involvement in learning about language, academic content, about classmates, and about the whole world. The course examines a synthesis of current 2L theory that should serve as the basis for development, selection, and modification of suitable materials and methods that will predictably be conducive to successful learning in both the language and content area classroom.

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