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Prepares language teachers to effectively integrate technology into classrooms. Examines theoretical rationales for using computer-assisted language learning, the range of uses of technology in classrooms, and best practice. Develops students' technological literacy and ability to critically evaluate computer-assisted language teaching materials. Graded: Graded Student. Units: 3.0
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Develops a thorough understanding of basic issues in traditional English grammar and usage. It emphasizes knowledge of traditional grammar needed by single-subject credential students expecting to teach high school English. Topics include parts of speech, functions of words in sentences, phrases and clauses, and punctuation. Students will learn to apply their knowledge of grammar in composition instruction and marking essays. Students will also study use of specific grammatical features in developing rhetorical styles. Graded: Graded Student. Units: 3.0
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Surveys the major issues involved in the acquisition of second languages and in teaching second language (L2) students. Topics covered include differences between first and second language acquisition, including age, biology, cognitive styles, personality, sociocultural factors, and linguistic variables; in addition, various models, techniques and approaches to L2 teaching are covered. Special attention is given to the unique demographics and characteristics of language minority students in California's public schools. Graded: Graded Student. Units: 3.0
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A survey of those aspects of English grammar that are relevant to teaching second language learners of English. The emphasis is on elements of simple and complex sentences, particularly the structure of noun phrases, the meanings of verb forms, and the expression of adverbial meanings. Graded: Graded Student. Units: 3.0
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Students learn the basics of the English system of phonology and morphology. Takes an integrated approach synthesizing the issues of phonics, schemata-building, and whole language strategies in teaching reading and writing to young learners. Students will also learn the importance of first and second language acquisition for elementary school students.Evaluation will include classroom examinations, and students will also undertake a detailed case study of one child learning to read and write. Prerequisite: GWAR Certification before Fall 09, or WPJ score of 70+, or at least a C- in ENGL 109M/W. Graded: Graded Student. Units: 3.0
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Introduction to the rich profusion of children's literature from a variety of cultures and countries and provides the opportunity to respond to this literature creatively and personally. Students will become familiar with the basic terminology of literary analysis -- themes, irony, point-of-view, etc.-- in order to deepen and enrich their experiences with the fiction, drama, and poetry available to young people. The readings are balanced for gender, culture, and ethnic concerns. Prerequisite: GWAR Certification before Fall 09, or WPJ score of 70+, or at least a C- in ENGL 109M/W. Graded: Graded Student. Units: 3.0
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An intensive writing workshop in which student writing is the focus. Students will engage in a writing process that will include feedback from peers and the instructor throughout the process. This writing process may occur in a variety of rhetorical situations and genres. Through reflection on their writing products and processes, students will gain an awareness of themselves as writers. By the end of the course students will complete an extensive research project focused on academic inquiry. Note: ENGL 120A is a requirement for English majors. Prerequisite: GWAR Certification before Fall 09, or WPJ score of 70+, or at least a C- in ENGL 109M/W. Graded: Graded Student. Units: 3.0
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Provides prospective secondary school English teachers with an opportunity to think through important issues related to the planning and implementation of literature programs for adolescents. Equal emphasis will be given to the study of poetry, prose fiction, drama, and film. The focus will embrace literature from a variety of cultures from Euripides to the present day. Prerequisite: GWAR Certification before Fall 09, or WPJ score of 70+, or at least a C- in ENGL 109M/W. Graded: Graded Student. Units: 3.0
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Provides an introduction to teaching writing in high school and operates on the assumption that there is nothing else that we ask all our students to do in school that even approaches writing in the intellectual and psychological demands that it makes on students. The class has a workshop format, and students will practice many of the strategies studied. The texts will cover theoretical issues in teaching composition and practical methods of implementing theory in public school classrooms. Prerequisite: GWAR Certification before Fall 09, or WPJ score of 70+, or at least a C- in ENGL 109M/W. Graded: Graded Student. Units: 3.0
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Academic Reading and Writing for Second Language Students. Helps prospective teachers to better understand the unique needs of second language students. Covers second language acquisition theory with particular emphasis on the teaching of reading and writing for academic purposes. Practical skills covered will all focus on the particular needs of second language readers and writers, for instance, how to help them to read more efficiently and with greater comprehension, how to write more fluently and accurately in ways that meet the needs and expectations of the academic discourse community. Graded: Graded Student. Units: 3.0
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