TELL 445

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Content-Based Language Instruction in K-12 Dual-Language Immersion Settings

Teacher Education David O. McKay School of Education

Course Description

Theory, method, and practical application for teaching language in content area subjects such as math, science, and social studies in K-12 dual language immersion classrooms. Research-based principles used for the creation of criteria and frameworks for curriculum that integrates content-based instruction and second language learning needs.

When Taught

Fall

Min

3

Fixed/Max

3

Fixed

2

Fixed

1

Other Prerequisites

OPI (Advanced-Mid); PRAXIS II; FBI fingerprint background clearance.

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TELL 445 Course Outcomes

Learning Outcome

  Identify both historical and contemporary movements and research concerning bilingual/dual-language immersion programs in the United States and internationally. Identify different models of bilingual/dual-immersion programs in relation to characteristics of effective instructional practices and standard-based procedures in a variety of content subjects for bilingual/dual language immersion learners. Identify and be able to articulate rationales for integrating the teaching of subject content matter and target language objectives in a variety of content-based approaches. Create meaningful lesson plans and activities that demonstrate appropriate decision-making procedures to merge subject matter and target language to the identity needs of dual language immersion students in one-way and two-way settings. Create and demonstrate an understanding of formative and summative assessments concerning the use of language to learn content and literacy Demonstrate an understanding of language as a material carrier of meaning through case studies, lesson plans, and field experience. Implement contextualized and situational use of language components (including linguistic, cultural-historical content, and identity issues). Integrate technology and other tools for bilingual/dual-language immersion students.