The revised EDUC2250 course is a reflective exploration of language, race, culture, socio-economic, and changing demographics in communities and schools. It prepares teacher candidates to demonstrate competency in instructional strategies and standards for Multilingual Learners and meets the ICLA requirements of the Idaho State Department of Education. The course focuses on the following:
(1) Principles and strategies for helping all students access content-specific materials and vocabulary presented in K-12 classrooms. Students design lessons that promote instructional strategies for Multilingual Learners (MLs) and make content comprehensible for diverse learners.
(2) Identification of common beliefs held by teachers that may affect the achievement gap between white and minority students. Culturally relevant teaching practices will be developed to enhance learning opportunities for diverse students.
Course includes a required 20-hour field experience in a local school, working with both multilingual learners and students from diverse backgrounds. Prerequisite: Program Admission
Program Admission