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Description

Methods & Materials for Teaching ESL Students was written to help teachers understand concepts and terms related to educating students whose first language is not English. This course discusses how to apply instructional methods in creating lessons; how to create a motivating and caring learning environment; how to integrate teaching reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills; how to differentiate instruction for English language learners; and how to identify culturally appropriate curriculum and instructional resources.

Outline

  • Chapter 1: English Language Learners - This chapter focuses on who English language learners are and on instructional methods that research tells us work best with individuals who are learning a second language, learning academic content, and perhaps also continuing to learn their native language at home and in the community.
  • Chapter 2: Instructional Strategies - Chapter 2 focuses on instructional methods and theories for teaching individuals who are learning English as a second language.
  • Chapter 3: Methods - This chapter focuses on specific strategies/methods for teaching reading, writing, speaking, and listening when teaching individuals who are learning English as a second language.
  • Chapter 4: Culturally Responsive Instruction - Chapter four focuses on how to choose and create culturally sensitive classroom and/or school materials.

Program Objectives

  1. Apply instructional methods in creating lessons
  2. Create a motivating and caring learning environment
  3. Create standards-based lessons
  4. Integrate the teaching of reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills
  5. Differentiate instruction for English language learners
  6. Identify culturally appropriate curricula and instructional resources

Notes

This course is offered in partnership with VESi. Learners must earn a minimum of 70% in the course to receive continuing education units. 

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Section Title
English Language Learner: Methods & Materials
Section Schedule
N/A
Program Fee(s)
Registration $235.00
CEUs
4.5 CEUs
Drop Request Deadline
10 days after enrollment
Transfer Request Deadline
10 days after enrollment

Section Notes

This course is delivered on-demand. Learners will be granted access to their VESi online course within 3 business days of registration. 
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