Jun 28, 2024
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2023-2024

EDSE 3990H - Teaching English Language Learners


The course is designed to help future teachers become more effective in expanding English language learners’ access to the core curriculum of the mainstream classroom. It focuses on basic principles of language learning and specific methods of instruction. Additional emphases include current research, concepts and theories of English as a Second Language (ESL)/English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teaching and learning, and various methods and techniques of ESL/EFL instruction and assessment in the classroom.

Requisites: Student teaching
Credit Hours: 1 - 3
Repeat/Retake Information: May be repeated.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
  • Students will be able to describe the current research on English as a second language (ESL) and English as a foreign language (EFL) instruction.
  • Students will be able to explain basic principles of language learning and specific methods of ESL/EFL instruction.
  • Students will be able to apply strategies and skills for including ESL/EFL in regular classroom instruction.
  • Students will be able to use knowledge of ESL/EFL instruction and assessment to monitor and support the development of English for English language learner students.
  • Students will be able to reflect on their professional growth and development using course constructs.


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