FLANG 302
Biliteracy Development in Dual Language Immersion Classrooms
Language Studies
College of Humanities
Course Description
Integration of theory, research-based best practices, and instructional strategies to support teachers in developing, scaffolding, differentiating, and assessing literacy learning for language majority and minority students in dual language immersion contexts.
When Taught
Winter
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
Plan Biliteracy Instruction
Learning Outcome
Plan, implement, and scaffold biliteracy instruction that emphasizes the development of vocabulary and academic language using best practices.
Title
Select Appropriate Learning Strategies
Learning Outcome
Select developmentally appropriate instructional materials and strategies to facilitate the development of reading and writing skills in two languages.
Title
Differentiate Literacy Instruction
Learning Outcome
Differentiate literacy instruction for struggling learners according to the linguistic and cultural backgrounds of language majority and minority students.
Title
Assess
Learning Outcome
Assess students' progress in reading and writing in two languages and use assessment results to inform instruction.
