EDLE 744 - TESOL Instructional Methods in Multilingual Contexts

(3 units)

Course explores theories, strategies, and cultural insights for teaching English as a second language in diverse international settings. Emphasizing culturally responsive pedagogy, it examines language acquisition, curriculum design, assessment, and classroom management tailored to multilingual learners. Through case studies and projects, students learn to adapt teaching methods to various contexts, addressing challenges like resource limitations and cultural diversity while fostering inclusive, effective instruction.

Maximum units a student may earn: 3

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Spring

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. create research-based instruction for adult English as a second language speakers in the areas of reading, writing, listening and speaking.
2. draw on contemporary research and critique contemporary texts and curriculum for adult English as a second language students.
3. use contemporary research to select contemporary curriculum for adult ESL students in the areas of reading, writing, listening, speaking and listening.

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