EDSL - Education of Second Language Learners

This course promotes understanding of fundamental language concepts, the structure and conventions of the English language, and the processes of first-and second-language acquisition. In order to promote students’ language development in English, the factors that affect ESL students’ learning of academic content, language, and culture are addressed.

The primary focus of this course is planning and implementing effective, developmentally-appropriate ESL instruction. Foundations of ESL education and the factors that contribute to an effective multicultural and multilingual environment are taught. ESL instruction includes theoretical bases, concepts, and research related to first-and second-language development. Formal and informal assessment procedures and instruments are taught. Family and community advocacy and collaboration between school and home are addressed.