EGEL 5443 - Instruction and Assessment in English Language Learning (3)

In this course, students will know, understand and use evidence-based practices and strategies to plan, implement and assess standards-based ELL and content instruction for students with diverse linguistic backgrounds. Students will learn classroom organization techniques, program models and strategies for developing and integrating language skills. Issues and concepts of formative and summative assessment of ELL students and modification of assessments will be discussed. Students will review the state and federal requirements to identify and serve ELL students. This course is for students seeking initial licensure in K-6 and ELL. This course is designed to prepare ELL teachers to meet Tennessee Teacher Licensure Standards 3 (Instruction) and 4 (Assessment). It will help the graduate student to prepare for the Praxis Exam 0361 (II and III, Instructional Methods and Assessment Methods).