SPED 544 - Language Development and Bilingualism

Institution:

Bridgewater State University

Subject:

Special Education: Other Approved Courses

Description:

Skills will be developed for identifying dominance and language proficiency, understanding theories of first and second language learning, relating methods and theories on reading to ESL materials and identifying biases and deficiencies in existing curriculum for linguistic and cultural minority students. Emphasis will be on the effect of culture and language differences on speech and language development. Introductory background information in special education is beneficial to succeed in this course.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bridgew.edu

Phone Number:

(508) 531-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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