English language learners (ELLs) entering Ontario classrooms will arrive with diverse and unique needs. Every ELL will bring unique cultural, social, academic, and linguistic backgrounds to your classroom. This course will enable you to cultivate a classroom environment that embraces diversity and celebrates the identity of every student while supporting ELLs through the difficult transition …
Design, implementation and evaluation of an effective ESL/ELD program. Development of a theoretical framework for the field of ESL/ELD and the role of advocacy and leadership surrounding ESL/ELD issues. Prerequisites: Prerequisite(s): English as a Second Language/English Language Development II and proof of appropriate regulatory experience required by Ministry of Education Regulation 184/97.
This course emphasizes the various aspects of the teaching of English as a second language such as: Comprehension Conversation Pronunciation Structure of the language Reading Writing Canadiana It does so in the context of socio-cultural objectives including appreciation of the value of students’ native cultural heritage; cultural and emotional adjustment to Canada; awareness of the …
This course will study the techniques and theories of teaching and learning English as a Second Language. Such topics as applied linguistics, federal and provincial government policies on multiculturalism, booster programs for E.S.L. students and curriculum materials will be discussed. A review of the structure of English and a study of phonetic symbols will be …
This course studies the sound, syntax, and semantics of the English language with reference to two other languages (Spanish, French, Chinese, Ojibwe, Cree, Ukrainian, Italian, or Finnish). The practical activities form an integral part of this course. Credit Weight: 1.0 Prerequisite(s): Parts 1 and 2 (on Certificate of Qualification) Two years of teaching experience with …
