English as a Second Language (ESL)

ESL 5103 Foundations of ESL Education
This course examines the history of language education in the United States and the impact of policies on the education of culturally and linguistically diverse students (i.e., English Language Learners). Through course readings, discussions, and assignments, students will develop an understanding of the theoretical foundation, and rationale for English as a Second Language (ESL) education in the United States. How this rationale informs the implementation of ESL programs will also be examined. This course is designed to meet theTESOL/CAEP Standards 1.b.Language Acquisition and Development and 5.a. ESL Research and History and for teacher candidates who are preparing for the English as a Second Language (ESL) Oklahoma Subject Area Test (OSAT).

ESL 5203 Languages and Culture
This course introduces students to issues related to cultural diversity and language/linguistic variation. The course addresses culturally responsive pedagogy and diversity (both culturally and linguistically) issues in terms of teaching and learning. The teacher candidate will develop an understanding of multicultural and multilingual perspectives as well as cross-cultural awareness by employing multiple approaches to teaching culturally and linguistically diverse students. This course also emphasizes theories of second language acquisition and learning, multidialectalism, and language differences among speakers of English. This course is designed to meet the TESOL/CAEP Standards 2. Culture as It Affects English Language Learning and 3.a. Planning for Standard-based ESL and content instruction and for teacher candidates who are preparing for the English as a Second Language.

ESL 5303 ESL Methods, Materials and Assessments
This course focuses on English as a Second Language (ESL) curriculum development and instruction for students (preschool-grade 12) in a variety of language and program settings. The course emphasizes the assessment of English Language Learners (ELLs) in K- 12 classrooms, ESL materials selection, ESL instruction, literacy and content-area instruction (L1 and ESL) and sheltered English instruction (SIOP). Topics related to ESL program models, characteristics of assessment for ELLs, framework for providing effective assessment, and assessment strategies and instruments for ELLs are reviewed. This course is designed to meet the TESOL/CAEP Standards 3. Planning, implementing, and Managing Instruction and 4.a. Issues of Assessment for English Language Learners and for teacher candidates who are preparing for the English as a Second Language (ESL) Oklahoma Subject Area Test (OSAT)