WORKING WITH ELL STUDENTS IN THE MAINSTREAM CLASSROOM (CEDUC 631)

Working with ELLs in the Mainstream Classroom will provide K-12 teachers with the knowledge of how to best work with non-native English speakers in their classrooms. This course will empower teachers to understand language development and develop best practice strategies to reach all learners.

The student will be able to:

Demonstrate an understanding of different learning styles and apply this knowledge to current pedagogical practice
Integrate ELL terminology and English Language Proficiency Standards into current course content
Modify course curriculum to best meet the needs of students acquiring English
Facilitate instructional strategies in their classrooms to model best teacher practice
Develop classroom assessment processes that incorporate content knowledge and English Language Proficiency Standards

This is an online course instructed by a Wisconsin ELL teacher and WEAC member.

How much does the class cost and how do I pay?

Credit Option	Member Status	Fee
Non-credit	WEAC member	$180
1 credit	WEAC member	NA
2 credits	WEAC member	$490
Non-credit	Non-member	$300
1 credit	Non-member	NA
2 credits	Non-member	$610

For more information, click the link below or contact the WEA Academy at academy@weac.org. To register, use the registration link below.

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Subject(s)

ESL

Educator categories

Teacher

Credit Options

Graduate credit, Non-credit

PI34 Standards

PI 34.02 - Teacher standards
To receive a license to teach in Wisconsin, an applicant shall complete an approved program and demonstrate proficient performance in the knowledge, skills and dispositions under all of the following standards:

(1) The teacher understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the disciplines he or she teaches and can create learning experiences that make these aspects of subject matter meaningful for pupils.

(2) The teacher understands how children with broad ranges of ability learn and provides instruction that supports their intellectual, social and personal development.

(3) The teacher understands how pupils differ in their approaches to learning and the barriers that impede learning and can adapt instruction to meet the diverse needs of pupils, including those with disabilities and exceptionalities.

(9) The teacher is a reflective practitioner who continually evaluates the effect of his or her choices and actions on pupils, parents, professionals in the learning community and others and who actively seeks out opportunities to grow professionally.

More Info

Dates

05/24/10 to 08/24/10

Location

This course is delivered online.

Contact

For more information on this course, please contact your WEA Academy at academy@weac.org or 1-800-362-8034.