June 19, 2017 to August 12, 2017
- Category: AQ, Online
- Region: Central Ontario, Eastern Ontario, GTA, Northern Ontario, Southern Ontario
- Topic: ESL and ELD
- Grades: Intermediate (grades 7-10), JK-SK, Junior (grades 4-6), Primary (grades 1-3), Senior (grades 11-12)
The focus of this course is for a further in-depth look at the theories and foundation covered in Part 1 and link theory to practice. The aim is to develop a more comprehensive understanding of ESL necessary for an engaging design and delivery process. The course will expand the use of assessment strategies to reflect the role of a teacher as a controller, participant and resource for ESL and provide advanced attention for curriculum development.
Topics include:
• Applying the theories of learning styles in the development of ESL and ELD programs
• Analyzing research related to immigration, resettlement and anti-racist education
• Identifying strategies to develop programs for supporting ELLs in the mainstream
• Expanding use of information technology as a teaching and learning tool
• Reviewing Canadian Language Benchmarks and Methods of teaching
• Reviewing the importance of first language use in the classroom
• Understanding types of errors made by ELLs and L1 interference
• Understanding inductive teaching, intensive vs. extensive listening and reading
• Understanding different strategies of assessment at different stages of English proficiency
Please visit website for additional information and registration.
- Organizer: University of Windsor
- Cost: AQ Courses: Online $685.00, Blended: $735.00 or $780. ABQ Courses: Online $735.00, Blended $780.00. Onsite courses range from $735-$780. See website for additional details.
- Location: Online
- Website: http://www.uwindsor.ca/education/continuing
- Contact: Centre for Executive and Professional Education
- Phone: 519-253-3000 ext 6734
- Email: [email protected]