ED 483 - Culture,Community and the ESOL/Bilingual Classroom

Institution:

Western Oregon University

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Description:

Course explores the concept of culture and its manifestation in society, the community and the classroom. It examines the research literature and provides a theoretical foundation for understanding how cultural groups and students' identities affect the educational process and the classroom climate. Strategies to maximize learning using cultural and community resources, as well as to build partnerships with families are addressed.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.wou.edu

Phone Number:

(503) 838-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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