EDEL 350 - Foundations of TESOL

3 Credit Hours
EDEL 350 is designed to introduce the core foundations of second language acquisition. These foundations include, history of ESL teaching in the United States, legal obligations, content standards for English Language Learners (ELLs) and process of identification and services administered to ELLs. The course will be interactive and include technical supports for students to engage in conversation. Research will be explored and students will be required to critically read research and present upon a journal article. Students will understand the fundamentals of accommodation for ELLs both in the tutoring or sheltered environment and the content areas.

Levels: Undergraduate

College of Professional Sci School of Education