WLC - World Languages Cultures
A study of selected topics for elective credit. These courses will appear in the course schedule.
A study of selected topics for elective credit. These courses will appear in the course schedule.
This course provides opportunities for world language students with study-abroad and international experience to expand their knowledge of language and culture-learning experiences, and to enrich local public school language classrooms. In addition to attending training workshops on topic section, methodology, and techniques, students will confer with the instructor and host teachers/community partners to develop individual projects for presentations in school classrooms. Particular activities will depend on the knowledge and interests of the students and the requests of the host teachers (International Education Week, National French Week, etc.).
Internships in private, public and business organizations that deal with foreign nationals, foreign products or are involved in teaching a foreign language.
Part one of a two-part sequence. Foundations and Instructional Design. This course provides both theoretical and practical preparation for teaching world languages in pre-K through grade 12. Students will engage in research-based readings and discussions to develop foundational knowledge in second language acquisition theory, instructional methodologies, state and national standards, and legal and ethical requirements for world language educators. Through the application of theory to practice, students will design curriculum-based materials, including a course syllabus/yearly plan, a standards-aligned unit plan with daily lesson plans, and deliver a teaching mini-lesson with reflection. Students will also explore evidence-based methodologies and present on their applicability to world language instruction. The course emphasizes backward design, assessment-driven teaching, learner reflection, and advocacy for language education. Upon completion, teacher candidates will demonstrate readiness to develop and implement effective instructional plans aligned with current best practices in world language teaching.
Part two of a two-part sequence. Assessments, Reflective Practice & Professional growth. This course provides both theoretical and practical preparation for teaching world languages in pre-K through grade Pre k to 12. The course emphasizes backward design, assessment-driven teaching, learner reflection, and professional growth. Upon completion, teacher candidates will demonstrate readiness to develop and implement effective instructional plans aligned with current best practices in world language teaching. WLC 452 and WLC 453 will be offered as two sequential 8-week courses every Fall semester. Students must take both in order to complete teaching licensure requirements.
Students complete 30-hours of observation and may practice teaching methods under supervision in a PreK-12 world language classroom. By the end of the semester, students must provide qualifying scores on the PRAXIS II Subject Area Assessment of Spanish, French, or German, ACTFL Oral and Writing Proficiency Assessments, and certificates for Child Abuse and Neglect Recognition and Intervention Training, Emergency First Aid, CPR & AED Certification, Dyslexia Awareness Training, and Behavior Intervention and Support Training. Available for pass/fail grading only.
Interdisciplinary research and the preparation of a senior thesis in international studies. This is a writing intensive course.
The advanced study of selected topics designed to permit small groups of qualified students to work on subjects of mutual interest which, due to their specialized nature, may not be offered regularly. These courses will appear in the course schedule.
Independent readings and study on a topic to be selected under direction of professor.
Independent readings and study on a topic to be selected under direction of professor.
The advanced study of selected topics designed to permit small groups of qualified students to work on subjects of mutual interest which, due to their specialized nature, may not be offered regularly. These courses will appear in the course schedule.