EDC 300 Diversity in Educational Settings (3 credits)

Focuses on issues related to the education of culturally and linguistically diverse children, gifted children, and children with special needs. Gender issues in education and the relation of diversity to all areas of the teaching-learning process are discussed. Course work involves the development of effective strategies for teaching all children about diversity and for promoting positive relationships among teachers, parents, and children. Satisfies Human Diversity requirement.

EDC 500 Diversity in Educational Settings (3 credits)

Focuses on issues related to the education of culturally and linguistically diverse children, gifted children, and children with special needs. Gender issues in education and the relation of diversity to all areas of the teaching-learning process are discussed. Course work involves the development of effective strategies for teaching all children about diversity and for promoting positive relationships among teachers, parents, and children. Required for early childhood teaching license, pre-kindergarten endorsement, and TESOL endorsement.

EDL 406/506 Second Language Learning and Pedagogy (3 credits)

The first of a two-course sequence in ESL/EFL pedagogy, this course covers theories of second-language acquisition, competing methods for teaching English to speakers of other languages, psycholinguistics, sociolinguistics, and issues involving language learning in multicultural settings. Required for TESOL endorsement.

EDL 407/507 TESOL Methods (3 credits)

The second of a two-course sequence in ESL/EFL pedagogy, this course provides critical exploration and analysis of current approaches for teaching English to speakers of other languages with particular emphasis given to the development of communicative competence. Consideration of the role of assessment in instructional design, student placement, and advancement, as well as related legal issues. Required for TESOL endorsement.

EDL 408/508 Applied Linguistics for Teachers (3 credits)

Designed for practicing and prospective teachers, this course provides an introduction to linguistic theory as it relates to the language development of native and non-native speakers of English. Emphasis is given on the practical application of linguistic knowledge in phonetics, phonology, syntax, morphology, and semantics to classroom practice. Required for TESOL endorsement.

EDL 409/509 Assessment and Evaluation in the ESL/Bilingual Classroom (3 credits)

This course will explore the notion of second-language proficiency and help students develop an understanding of how they can assess or evaluate LEP (limited English proficiency) students' progress in the development of proficiency. Addresses topics of formal and informal methods of assessing language proficiency, test preparation, and interpretation of test results. Students will have a chance to practice creating authentic assessment tasks. Required for TESOL endorsement.

EDL 410/510 Pedagogical Grammar (3 credits)

This course provides foundational knowledge of the history and structure of the English language and explores a variety of approaches to teaching grammar in the ESL/EFL classroom. Reviews the historical development of English and explains many of the irregular aspects of the language. The major focus of the course is on the grammatical structures of English and their functions in communication. An experiential, discussion-based course appropriate for all students interested in improving their knowledge about teaching English grammar. Required for TESOL endorsement.

EST 373/573 Practicum in Teaching as a Second Language (3 credits)

Prerequisites: Prior application to the Office of Field Services is required; course prerequisites are listed on application. University-supervised field experience designed to provide guided practice in the application of current theory and research in ESL/EFL instruction. Students spend four half-days per week in a classroom that serves ESL students under the direction of a mentor teacher; includes seminar. Required for TESOL endorsement.