EDUC X426.1 - Language and Language Development

Course Description

Research-based conceptual understanding of language systems, structures, forms, functions, and variations of both aural and written language forms. Language functions and variations, discourse and pragmatics can be applied directly to assessment and instruction of English learners and the specific linguistic and socio-linguistic challenges of English Learners are addressed. Materials, and methods for understanding and analyzing socio-cultural, and political factors that can affect second language development are presented. This course is designed to provide candidates with the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities required by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing for Language and Language Development, CTEL Domain 1 (Language Structure and Use) and 2 (First and Second Language Development and their Relationship to Academic Achievement). It is a required course for the CLAD Certificate Through CTEL Program.

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

• CLAD Through CTEL : Required