Foundations of Bilingual Education and Bilingualism
Overview
Subject area
EECE
Catalog Number
761
Course Title
Foundations of Bilingual Education and Bilingualism
Department(s)
Description
This course examines the philosophy, rationale, and historical background of bilingual education. By using information provided by research in the field participants will discuss the programs, models, and trends while exploring the sociological and political aspects of bilingual education. Special emphasis is placed on the analysis of the research in first and second language acquisition as well as the study of strategies to develop the first language and acquire a second language through the content areas.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Graduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3