Language Acquisition and Elements Of Linguistics for Teaching English Language Learners

Applying concepts relevant to the acquisition and structure of English increases the effectiveness of instruction to support English Language Learners (ELL) in grades Pre-K-12. As part of the Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) endorsement program, this course will introduce participants to language development and second language acquisition theories. Students will apply linguistic research to the provision of literacy and content area knowledge and skills for ELLs.