English Language Learners

This course will explore theories behind teaching in an English Language Development (ELD) setting as well as ELD’s links to language arts and to State standards-based academic content. This course will also look at current assessments & their role in curriculum design and instruction. Participants will explore issues in diversity such as learning differences & culturally responsive pedagogy in order to tap into students’ prior knowledge, experiences & strengths to enrich students’ learning and development.

Note: This course is for candidates accepted into the Clear Credential Program at UCSD Extension prior to Summer 2010. If you have not been accepted to the program at UCSD Extension, you are advised to verify your coursework with the institution that will clear your Single & Multiple Subject Credential prior to registration.

Course Number: EDUC-31023
Credit: 4.50 unit(s)