EDUC 221 — Methods and Materials for Teaching ESL in PK-12
This course explores methods and materials for teaching English language learners in ESL, bilingual, and mainstream PK-12 classrooms. With an emphasis on integration, students will learn to plan and implement English literacy and academic content area instruction. Students learn to recognize and practice strategies to differentiate standards-based instruction according to language proficiency. A variety of teaching resources and technologies are introduced, analyzed, and matched to diverse English language learners’ needs. Meaningful connections with families and communities are discussed in relation to building culturally-responsive practices to support English language learners’ achievement. This course is part of an approved set of courses that fulfill the requirements leading to the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) Endorsement for ESL and/or Bilingual Education.