SEDU 413 - K-12 Foreign Language Methods and Field Experiences

3 Credit(s)

This course is designed for individuals who have an interest in teaching foreign languages to a full range of learners. You will develop an understanding of second language acquisition theories and effective teaching strategies. Areas of emphasis include program models for Foreign Language in the Elementary School (FLES), middle school and high school, awareness and development of a broad range of learning resources and instructional strategies that are appropriate to diverse classrooms, use of assessment strategies and technology as a means to enhance student learning, awareness of standards and resources of the professional organization, consideration of curricular ethical issues relative to teaching the subject area and opportunities to practice instructional skills through such approaches as micro teaching. The readings, discussions, and activities will frame the more practical methods used at elementary, middle, and high school levels of instruction. This course includes a minimum of 10 hours of clinical experience promoting the integration of methods and field experience.

Prerequisite(s): SEDU 310 and must have passed Teacher Education Program Checkpoint II.

Course Frequency: ALT F

Grading Method: Student option.