Education and Child Study 211 - RETHINK EQUITY/TEACH/ENG LANG
Spring
2016
01
4.00
Renata Pienkawa
TTh 01:00-02:50
Smith College
40391-S16
SEELYE 301
rpienkawa@smith.edu
Students who speak languages other than English are a growing presence in U.S. schools. These students need assistance in learning academic content in English as well as in developing proficiency in English. This course is designed to provide an understanding of the instructional needs and challenges of students who are learning English in the United States. This course explores a variety of theories, issues, procedures, methods, and approaches for use in bilingual, English as a second language, and other learning environments. It also provides an overview of the historic and current trends and social issues affecting the education of English language learners. Enrollment limited to 35. Priority given to students either enrolled in or planning to enroll in the student teaching program.