TEL 417 - Methods of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment (ESL) (3 )

UG

This course is designed to present the pedagogy for teaching English as a Second Language to teacher candidates. This course will cover materials that are based on methods of practical application of theories of language acquisition, effective teaching practices, classroom management, and the implementation of strategies specific to teaching ESL students that are in special education. Teacher candidates will be able to learn about different cultures, how to identify students who qualify for ESL services, how to properly plan for and deliver differentiated ESL instruction, how to teach and implement reading comprehension strategies for ESL students, how to develop and implement strategies to assess ESL student learning, and what resources and technology increase ESL proficiency. This course will prepare teachers to deliver thorough instruction to ESL students.