LAI 588LEC - Methods in Bilingual Education

This course focuses on theoretical frameworks and hands-on experiences for teaching subject areas to students in programs which use two languages for instruction. Conceptual frameworks, techniques and processes for teaching second language learners at the elementary school level are discussed. It examines the relationship between language acquisition and learning content areas. Students will complete a school based project to integrate teaching science or mathematics and language acquisition to bilingual and limited English proficient students. The central point of the course is the use of the native language for instructional purposes.

Credits: 3