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FLANG 300

Foundations of Dual Language and Immersion Education

Language Studies College of Humanities

Course Description

Historical overview, theoretical and research foundations for dual language and immersion education; practical application of theory and research in immersion programs.

When Taught

Fall

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

Min

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

0

Other Prerequisites

Be admitted to a teaching major and pass an Oral Proficiency Interview at the Advanced Mid level or better.

Title

Discuss theory and research

Learning Outcome

Discuss theoretical principles and research findings that underlie dual language and immersion education

Title

Explain program models

Learning Outcome

Explain differences and similarities between one-way, two-way, developmental bilingual and indigenous language immersion programs

Title

Summarize language learning principles

Learning Outcome

Summarize key principles of first and second language learning in dual language and immersion classrooms

Title

Discuss social and political contexts

Learning Outcome

Discuss the social and political contexts for dual language education and their implications for classrooms and programs

Title

Synthesize lessons from different programs

Learning Outcome

Synthesize lessons that can be learned from dual language and immersion programs around the world