LING 42203 - Methods And Materials In TESOL II

This course aims at broadening course participants’ understanding of principles and practices of course & lesson planning, assessment, and materials development for English as a new or foreign language (ENL/EFL) instruction. Building on topics covered in Methods and Materials for TESOL I, we will examine explicit instructional approaches and strategies with an emphasis on developing reading and writing skills in the English language for culturally and linguistically diverse learners. While there is an emphasis on literacy instruction in this course, participants should keep in mind that all of the 4 language skills (reading, writing, listening, and speaking) are integrated and evidence of this integration is expected in the design of lesson plans. Throughout the semester, we will explore 5 major interrelated topics, which are guided by and embedded in philosophies and theories of education, language, second language acquisition (SLA), teaching, and learning: standards, curriculum, pedagogy, culture, and literacy acquisition. This course involves pre-professional education/training. Experiential learning or fieldwork in a classroom setting is required. In order to qualify for TENL certification, students must obtain a grade of C or higher in all TENL courses.

Preparation for Course
P: LING 42102 or equivalent.

Cr. 3.
Student Learning Outcomes
1. Identify and evaluate connections among philosophy, theory, and practice.
2. Develop a holistic view of L2 teaching and learning.
3. Analyze and develop pedagogical approaches and techniques for effective ENL instruction in L2 reading and writing.
4. Foster an awareness of the impact of culture on teaching and learning as well as develop culturally responsive strategies to facilitate students’ development in language, content area, and cultural competence.
5. Obtain an understanding of assessment principles and develop appropriate measures for classroom use.
6. Develop appropriate lesson plans that reflect standards-based ESL/ENL instruction and lead to standards-based ESL/ENL and content instruction that incorporates appropriate, relevant, and necessary assessments, resources, and technology.
7. Articulate your evolving philosophy of teaching, specifically teaching English.