EDUC3211 — Methods Teach Multilinguual
This course is intended for students interested in teaching multilingual students in an education setting. It offers a practical introduction to English language teaching to non-native speakers of English by linking practice to current theory and research. In addition to reviewing how to create lesson plans based on principles and knowledge of learning outcomes, content-based language instruction, meaningful teaching techniques, models of teaching, motivation, and classroom management, this class provides a solid pedagogical foundation for teaching listening, speaking, reading, writing, pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar. Students will learn to adapt materials and practice making interactive lesson plans based on best practices in the field. Students review assessment practices and major international and domestic language tests, discuss cross-cultural communication, and address the impact of cultural variables in the classroom. The course incorporates highly practical readings and provides students with successful real-life classroom strategies for improving the learning of English language learners. This course includes a module on using technology in a variety of educational contexts. This course and program do not lead to a Minnesota teaching license. pre-req: EDUC 3100