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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
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3.00 Credits
This course provides a foundation in linguistics for teachers of English language learners in grades K-12 and includes an overview of phonology and grammar. Through readings, class activities and analysis of language in use, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the relationships between phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics and apply that knowledge both in identifying areas of difficulty for English language learners and designing appropriate instructional strategies. Emphasis will also be placed on exploring current theories of first and second language acquisition and discussing implications for teaching and learning. Participants will apply their emergent understanding of course concepts in a 5- hour practicum, teaching/tutoring one English language learner in English grammar, pronunciation, and vocabulary and documenting student progress.
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3.00 Credits
This course emphasizes the close connection between language and culture and the implications of cross -cultural understanding for teaching and learning English as a second language. Through readings, classwork and field experiences, participants will learn to negotiate their own cultural identities, demonstrate intercultural communication skills, develop a deeper appreciation for diverse cultures and apply these skills in promoting effective and pro-social classroom environments. As part of the course, participants are required to complete at least 5 hours of service learning, tutoring English language learners within a multicultural setting, including a public school or a community center. Upon completion of the class, participants will complete an ethnographic account summarizing and analyzing the experience.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides a critical overview of assessment measures and resources and provides candidates with knowledge and skills needed to make informed evaluations of students' linguistic progress and academic achievement that will guide future teaching. Emphasis is placed on making appropriate use of data to support English Language Learners and using a variety of tools to improve teaching and learning, including classroom observation, technology -based assessment, student self assessment, WIDA Access for ELLs performance rubrics, and portfolio assessment. Candidates are required to work for a minimum of 10 hours with one English Language Learner, designing an instructional plan, applying multiple assessments to evaluate progress, reporting results, creating a digital Language Learning Portfolio, and making recommendations for future instruction. In addition, they will develop a slide presentation or movie designed to inform parents and families concerning federal and state mandated testing and the implications of this testing for English Language Learners.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides candidates with the disposition, knowledge and skills needed to assume a leadership role within schools, and to serve as an agent for social justice, a model of culturally and linguistically responsive pedagogies, and an advocate for English Language Learners and their families. Participants will review relevant literature concerning extant ESL programs and identify effective means of creating and supporting strong partnerships with families and communities. As part of a required 10 -hour practicum within a public school, they will complete a number of projects in collaboration with other professionals working with English Language Learners. The specific parameters for the projects will depend on the needs of a particular school setting but should include: 1. Analysis of data in order to evaluate the effectiveness of a current ESL program or a particular teaching methodology and formulation of an idea for a new instructional program, designed to meet the needs of ELLs at a variety of English proficiency levels and provide strong partnerships with families. 2. Creation and implementation of a workshop for other school professionals, sharing model classroom strategies and activities. 3. Collaboration with other professionals in planning an afternoon or evening session for parents and families of ELLS, during which instructional games and strategies will be shared and an overview of school and community services and resources provided.
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3.00 Credits
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3.00 Credits
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
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3.00 Credits
This course is an introduction to the use of the Macintosh computer as a design tool for the creation of visual communication. Students will learn the basic skills necessary to produce computer-generated images for advertising and graphic design. This includes the computer design and production of projects that utilize both four-color process and spot color models.Offered fall and spring. 3 credits.
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3.00 Credits
Students will learn digital imaging techniques for applications in photography, advertising, graphic design and multimedia. Using professional editing software and scanners, students will digitize photographs, 35mm transparencies and negatives. These scanned images can be retouched, modified and combined to create exciting new visual images. Assignments range from monitor displays to hard copy printing for newspapers and magazines. Students must spend much time outside of class to master skills in this modern visual communication technique. Offered fall and spring. 3 credits.
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