Maricopa Community Colleges  EPD242   20086-99999 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 06/24/08
EPD242 20086-99999 LEC 3 Credit(s) 3 Period(s)
Strategies for Bilingual Settings
Strategies for teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) in bilingual settings. Covers multiple intelligences' theory, second language acquisition theories, and the integration of curriculum as well as methods, techniques, materials and programs appropriate for linguistically diverse populations.
Prerequisites: (EDU220 or EPD220 or EDU225) and must hold a provisional or standard elementary, or secondary, or special education or career and technical education teaching certificate.
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
EPD242   20086-99999 Strategies for Bilingual Settings
1. Compare and contrast second language theories. (I)
2. Apply Multiple Intelligence's theory to classroom instructional strategies. (II)
3. Integrate curriculum so content is meaningful. (III)
4. Utilize writing strategies across the curriculum. (III)
5. Examine school strategies for cultural sensitivity. (IV)
6. Plan activities to involve parents in family literacy programs. (IV)
7. Examine programs that incorporate strategies for Limited English Proficient (LEP) students. (V)
8. Review current research in the field. (VI)
9. Analyze techniques and methods of instruction of LEP students. (VII)
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EPD242   20086-99999 Strategies for Bilingual Settings
    I. Second Language Theories
        A. Krashen
        B. Cummins
      II. Multiple Intelligence's
          A. Theory
          B. Strategies
          C. Implementation
        III. Curriculum Integration Strategies
            A. Content Based
            B. Sheltered English
            C. Thematic Units
          IV. Cultural Considerations
              A. School-home mismatch
              B. Behaviors
            V. Effective Programs for Limited English Proficient (LEP) students
                A. Direct Instruction
                B. Success for all
                C. Proactive vs. Remedial
              VI. Current Research
                VII. Teaching Strategies
                    A. Cooperative Learning
                    B. Total Physical Response
                    C. Modeling
                    D. Cueing
                    E. Peer Tutoring
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