SPN 388A - Methodology of Teaching Spanish p

Institution:

Salem State University

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Description:

The course will survey the history and theory of elementary foreign language teaching. Activities related to the teaching and assessment at the elementary level of the four skills of the language (speaking, listening, reading, writing) as well as its culture will be explored and practiced. A study of the National Standards, the Massachusetts Frameworks and the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines will be conducted and then applied to practical classroom examples. Topics examined include teaching resources, curriculum development, unit and lesson planning, classroom management, testing and assessment, and the use of technology in teaching. The course includes a 20-hour pre-practicum experience at an area school. This course is normally taken during the Senior year. Conducted in Spanish. Not open to students who received credit for SPN388. Prerequisites: The successful completion of the required EDU courses as well as the taking and passing of the three parts of the Massachusetts teachers test. This course is normally taken during the Senior year. Permission of the Secondary Ed Coordinator required.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.salemstate.edu

Phone Number:

(978) 542-6000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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