Prerequisite/Corequisite Key
| P = Course must be taken previously | C = Course must be taken concurrently | E = Course can be taken previously or concurrently |
| (RQ) = Required | (RM) = Recommended |
EDGTE 479
Theoretical Foundations of Teaching ESL and Bilingual Education
3 to 3 credit hours
This course is designed to introduce students to an understanding of the historical, philosophical, socioeconomic and educational issues that have led to the formation of ESL and bilingual education policies, programs and services for culturally diverse populations. An examination of the research concerning theories of language learning and acquisition as they pertain to ESL and bilingual education is included. 0-25 field experience hours. Variable field hours requirement depending on student program and teaching experience. Offered fall.
EDGTE 480
Methods of Teaching English as a Second Language
3 to 3 credit hours
Relevant topics concerning English as a second language are included in this course, as well as the nature and function of language. Methods of teaching, listening, speaking, reading and writing are presented. Students select and critically analyze ESL materials and are placed in supervised ESL classrooms for clinical experience. Research on methodologies in ESL instruction is developed. 0-25 field experience hours. Variable field hours requirement depending on student program and teaching experience. Offered spring.
EDGTE 481
Cross Cultural Studies in a Bilingual Program
3 to 3 credit hours
This course focuses on teaching children from diverse linguistic, cultural and racial backgrounds within the context of societal issues related to poverty, discrimination, racism and sexism. Learning and communication styles and the impact of teacher expectations on student achievement are examined. Effective utilization of home and community resources is explored and a review of the professional literature is included. 0-25 field experience hours. Variable field hours requirement depending on student program and teaching experience. Offered fall.
EDGTE 483
Linguistics for Educators
3 to 3 credit hours
This course provides an introduction to contemporary theories of language structure, phonology, morphology, syntax and semantics. Concentrates on applied linguistics relevant to the PreK-12 classroom and includes a review of pertinent professional literature. 0-25 field experience hours. Variable field hours requirement depending on student program and teaching experience. Offered summer.
EDGTE 484
Assessment of Bilingual Students
3 to 3 credit hours
This course provides a theoretical and practical study of instruments and procedures for testing bilingual students. Formal and informal methods used to evaluate and assess language skills and academic proficiency are examined. Issues of non-discriminatory testing are addressed and the professional literature on assessment and bilingual education is reviewed. 0-25 field experience hours. Variable field hours requirement depending on student program and teaching experience. Offered summer.
EDGTE 485
Methods of Teaching Bilingual Education
3 to 3 credit hours
Program models, methodologies, and strategies that are effective and appropriate for designing, implementing, and assessing teaching and learning for emergent bilinguals are presented in this course. Students will engage in curricular development for preK-12 students who are learning in a bilingual education setting. An overview of the research associated with teaching methodologies and bilingual education is included. Successful completion of the Illinois State Language Proficiency Examination in target language is required to earn the Bilingual Education endorsement. A supervised clinical experience in a bilingual setting is provided. 0-25 field experience hours. Variable field hours requirement depending on student program and teaching experience. Offered spring.