CI 496 Second Language Acquisition and Development for K-12 Educators

Gain historical perspectives on language teaching. Study major concepts, theories, research and variables related to the nature and acquisition of language. Consider individual differences and patterns common to all learners. Collect/analyze natural language from language learners. Construct environments that support ESOL/bilingual students’ language/literacy development and content-area achievement. Also offered for graduate-level credit as CI 596 and may be taken only once for credit.