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Undergraduate Curriculum & Instruction Gen

2003 Spring Term

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LANGUAGE ACQUISITION FOR THE BILINGUAL CHILD

CIGENRL 435

An examination of the process involved in the acquisition of a first and second language and the implications this has for the curriculum and language instruction in the bilingual school. Special emphasis on stages of language development; the role of adult models, teachers, and environment in language learning; social classes and differences in language development; dialect differences and language development; etc.

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TEACHING CONTENT IN THE BILINGUAL CLASSROOM

CIGENRL 455

An examination of various techniques and materials being used to teach subject matter in bilingual programs with emphasis on Spanish materials. Other topics of discussion are: language assessment and adaptation of materials to the learner's language proficiency and cultural experience. Course will be taught in English and Spanish, so that students may have the opportunity of expanding their command of the other language being used as a medium of instruction.

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STUDENT TEACHING SEMINAR

CIGENRL 470

Discussion and writing about practical issues of teaching as experienced in the full-time directed teaching semester. Incorporates presentations and panels by experienced educators as well as large- and small-group interaction to promote reflection and inform beginning teachers. Repeatable.

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COMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN EDUCATION

CIGENRL 475

This course is designed to introduce prospective teachers to applications of computers in the schools. The students will examine, analyze and evaluate available software. Computer assisted instruction and computer managed instruction concepts will be used to view the role of computers in the total education program.

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EMPLOYMENT STRATEGIES

CIGENRL 489

Offered on a satisfactory/no credit basis only. Designed to acquaint the teacher education student with the problems and procedures of securing a teaching position. Includes consideration of professional ethics, preparation of placement credentials, teacher licensure practices, interviewing techniques and teaching contracts. Reviews opportunities for professional advancement through graduate study. (Open to teacher education students. Should be taken the semester prior to graduation or the semester of graduation.

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WORKSHOP

CIGENRL 490

Variable topics. See Schedule of Classes. Repeatable for a maximum of 9 credits in degree.

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TRAVEL STUDY

CIGENRL 491

Variable topics. See Schedule of Classes.

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INDEPENDENT STUDY

CIGENRL 498

Study of a selected topic or topics under the direction of a faculty member. Repeatable.