ED 5750 - Content Based ESL

Credit Hours: 3

Teachers will examine the theories, principles, and practices that assist English language learners in achieving academic proficiency in the content areas. Planning standards-based instruction and adapting instruction in the content areas is emphasized. To promote the academic success of English language learners, teachers will involve the family and community, and analyze the learner to establish learning goals and assessment measures that are appropriate for the individual student. Field experience may be required for this course per Pennsylvania Department of Education ESL program specialist requirements.