ECE508 Understanding English Language Learners in the Early Childhood Classroom

Foundations of Second Language Acquisition along with the social and cultural adaptation of the English Language Learner (ELL) in the early childhood classroom form the basis for this course. Students will examine the myths and misconceptions about Second Language Learning in the early childhood classroom as well as how to fulfill the needs of English Language Learners to provide students with insights in assisting with their instructional strategies in the early childhood classroom. Additional topics include: developing proficiency in English, bilingualism in the home, responding to linguistic and cultural diversity, understanding and negotiating cultural differences. Prerequisite(s): None 1 semester hour