Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 03/23/04
EDU243 20044-20055	LEC	3 Credit(s)	3 Period(s)
Reading and Writing in a Structured English Immersion (SEI) and English as a Second Language (ESL) Setting
Introduction to Structured English Immersion (SEI) and English as a Second Language (ESL) terminology, second language acquisition theories and reading terminology. Teaching techniques, strategies, and learning activities as well as reading comprehension skills and writing skills covered. Prerequisites: EDU225 and must hold a provisional or standard elementary, secondary or special education teaching certificate.

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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
EDU243   20044-20055	Reading and Writing in a Structured English Immersion (SEI) and English as a Second Language (ESL) Setting

1.	Identify Structured English Immersion (SEI) and English as a Second Language (ESL) terminology. (I, II)
2.	Describe the process of second language acquisition. (I, II)
3.	Identify and explain basic reading terminology. (III)
4.	Use techniques that help second language learners improve reading comprehension skills. (III)
5.	Develop strategies to help second language learners improve reading comprehension skills. (III)
6.	Plan learning activities for second language learners to improve their reading comprehension skills. (III)
7.	Use techniques that help second language learners develop better writing skills. (IV)
8.	Develop strategies to help second language learners improve their writing skills. (IV)
9.	Plan learning activities for second language learners to improve their writing skills. (IV)
10.	Develop lesson plans. (V)

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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
EDU243   20044-20055	Reading and Writing in a Structured English Immersion (SEI) and English as a Second Language (ESL) Setting

I. Structured English Immersion (SEI) Basics A. Terminology B. Second Language Acquisition Theories II. English as a Second Language (ESL) Basics A. Terminology B. Second Language Acquisition Theories III. Reading Across the Curriculum A. Terminology B. Instructional Techniques C. Pre-reading Strategies and Learning Activities D. Reading Strategies and Learning Activities E. Post-reading Strategies and Learning Activities IV. Writing Across the Curriculum A. Pre-writing Strategies and Learning Activities B. Strategies for Teaching Grammar and Spelling C. Editing and Re-writing D. Publishing E. Writing for Different Curricula V. Lesson Plans A. Lesson Objectives B. Teaching Procedures C. Learning Activities D. Materials E. Assessments F. Remedial Activities G. Enrichment Activities

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