TELL 435

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Language and Literacy Instruction in K-12 Dual Immersion Settings

Teacher Education David O. McKay School of Education

Course Description

Theory and rationale for developing language and literacy in two or more languages. Focus on the development of literacy instruction, including theory and methods applicable to K-12 dual language immersion classrooms.

When Taught

Winter

Credit Hours

Min

Fixed/Max

Lecture Hours

Fixed

Lab Hours

Fixed

Other Prerequisites

OPI (Advanced-Mid), FBI fingerprint background clearance.

Learning Outcomes

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TELL 435 Course Outcomes

Learning Outcome

The students will: identify the historical and legal foundations of bilingual/dual-immersion education and relate these to specific requirements and procedures in Utah. identify different models of bilingual/dual-immersion programs in relation to characteristics of effective instructional practices in a variety of content subjects. identify and be able to articulate theories and philosophies of literacy development and language acquisition in a second language specific to teaching in bilingual/dual-immersion contexts. implement techniques, strategies, and tasks related to the teaching of content literacy and language in bilingual or dual-immersion programs. create meaningful lesson plans and activities that demonstrate appropriate decision making procedures to meet bilingual/dual-immersion educational program needs.