TEDX1332X - English Language Learner: Methods & Materials
Course Description
| Course Description |
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Information provided in this course has been divided into four chapters, which should be completed in the order in which they are presented in the program. Once you have completed these four chapters, you should have a better understanding of the methods and materials for teaching English language learners. You are strongly encouraged to read additional journal articles, books, and research materials outside the course material to gain a better understanding of current issues related to educating students who are learning English as a second language.
Chapter 1: English Language Learners
This chapter focuses on who English language learners are and instructional methods that research tells us work best with individuals who are learning a second language, learning academic content, and perhaps also continuing to learn their native language at home and in the community.
Chapter 2: Instructional Strategies
Chapter 2 focuses on instructional methods and theories for teaching individuals who are learning English as a second language.
Chapter 3: Methods
This chapter focuses on specific strategies/methods for teaching reading, writing, speaking, and listening when teaching individuals who are learning English as a second language.
Chapter 4: Choosing Cultural Materials
Chapter four focuses on how to choose and create culturally sensitive classroom and/or school materials.
| Learning Objectives |
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As a result of taking this course, participants will be able to demonstrate their ability to:
- Apply instructional methods in creating lessons
- Create a motivating and caring learning environment
- Create standards-based lessons
- Integrate the teaching of reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills
- Differentiate instruction for English language learners
- Identify culturally appropriate curriculum and instructional resources
| Prerequisites |
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There are no prerequisites.
| Notes |
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As a student you will be expected to:
- Complete all four information sections showing a competent understanding of the material presented in each section.
- Complete all four section examinations, showing a competent understanding of the material presented. You must obtain an overall score of 70% or higher, with no individual exam score below 50%, to pass this course. *Please note: Minimum exam score requirements may vary by college or university; therefore, you should refer to your course addendum to determine what your minimum exam score requirements are.
- Complete a review of any section on which your examination score was below 50%.
- Retake any examination, after completing an information review, to increase that examination score to a minimum of 50%, making sure to also be achieving an overall exam score of a minimum 70% (maximum of three attempts). *Please note: Minimum exam score requirements may vary by college or university; therefore, you should refer to your course addendum to determine what your minimum exam score requirements are.
- Complete a course evaluation form at the end of the course.
| Estimated Time of Completion |
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40 Hours
| Access Time |
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365 Days
| CEU / PDU Outcomes |
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4.0 CEUs
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