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ELE 588 Meth Tchg For Lang Elem Sch

The course prepares teacher candidates to teach in grades 1-6, in accordance with standards established by New York State and the national professional organization, the American Council of Teaching Foreign Language (ACTFL). Emphasis will be placed on methods that develop communicative competencies in functional language-learning situations. Curricular, instructional, and assessment choices for students with a full range of abilities will be examined through course work. A 20-hour field experience is required. Students must obtain fingerprint clearance prior to beginning field experiences. For students in the Master's in Curriculum and Instruction program seeking to extend certification in Adolescence Education to grades 5 & 6.

Credits

3