W/E:Sem in Crosscultural Comm

Since language is ambiguous by nature, in order to achieve understanding we jointly construct meaning with our conversational partners. Yet when we use different and unfamiliar cultural interpretative frameworks from each other, it may prove a challenge to create mutual understanding. How is culture constructed through face-to-face interactions? What consequences exist for those differing from dominant norms? What evidence is there that participants are constructing interpretations, at times at odds with each other?

Intro to Multicultural Educ

Introduction to the sociohistorical, philosophical, and pedagogical foundations of cultural pluralism and multicultural education. Topics include experiences of racial minorities, white ethnic groups and women; intergroup relations in American society, sociocultural influences and biases in schools; and philosophies of cultural pluralism. (Gen Ed. U)

Thrs&Mthds for Shltrd Inst-ELL

This course aims to prepare ELL and mainstream teachers to address the challenge of helping bilingual and emergent bilingual learners succeed in regular academic content classes. We will consider research supporting the view that second language acquisition is enhanced by rigorous academic content instruction. We will also explore instructional practices aligning English Language Proficiency Benchmarks and Outcomes for English Language Learners with those of science and other content areas.

Sheltered English Immersion

This course introduces and assesses the 11 Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Standards fulfilling the SEI Endorsement requirement for teacher licensure in Massachusetts. Course content prepares PK-12 preservice teachers with the theoretical, cultural, political, linguistic, and instructional tools for effectively promoting the language development of English language learners.
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