EDUC 453 - Teaching of Foreign Languages in the Secondary School

Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3

Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in SPAN 390 or FRNC 390/GRMN 390; instructor permission
Helps students develop an understanding of current theories of foreign language learning through exploration of relevant research. Students read about and discuss the implications of key research for teaching in secondary school classrooms. Opportunities are provided to use the theoretical base to design and present classroom lessons and to reflect on the effectiveness of their teaching. Special attention is given to designing performance-based language assessments and to adapting instruction to address the special needs of learners. Taught fall semester only.