Courses

The listing of a course description here does not guarantee a course’s being offered in a particular term. Please refer to the published schedule of classes on the MyBU Student Portal for confirmation a class is actually being taught and for specific course meeting dates and times.

• WED SO 574: Pre-practicum in Social Studies
  Pre-practicum experience that engages students in observing and assisting in middle and/or high school classrooms. 2cr.
• WED SO 578: Teaching Media Literacy
  TCH MEDIA LTCY
• WED SO 930: Doctoral Seminar: The Nature of Social Studies Education
  Study of the historical, philosophical, theoretical, and curricular foundations of social studies education. Open to doctoral students, CAGS students, and (with permission) upper-level master's students intending to pursue doctoral study in social studies education. 4 cr.
• WED SO 933: Doctoral Seminar in History Education
  Study of the historical, philosophical, theoretical, and curricular foundations of history education. Open to doctoral students; other with permission. 4 cr.
• WED SO 935: Advanced Doctoral Seminar in Civic Education and Engagement
  Study of the historical, philosophical, theoretical, and curricular foundations of civic education/education for democracy. Open to doctoral students; other with permission. 4 cr.
• WED TL 508: Methods of Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL), 5-12
  Planning and implementing effective assessment and instruction in language, literacy, and the content areas in secondary English as a second language classrooms. Students develop standards-based lesson plans, and analyze texts using current English language development frameworks. 4 cr. Either sem.
• WED TL 509: Foundations of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Pedagogy
  This course offers a foundation in the approaches, methods, and materials for the teaching and learning of second and foreign languages. Focus on topics that provide teachers with a knowledge base adaptable for different educational settings and student populations. 4 cr.
• WED TL 512: Introduction to Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL)
  Survey of current classroom practices in computer-assisted language learning (CALL), Focus on relationships among teaching, learning, and technological environments involving second and foreign language learners and teachers. 4 cr.
• WED TL 520: Teaching English Language Learners
  Focus on theory/research related to teaching English language learners and the implications for effective language, literacy, and content-area assessment and instructional practices in Sheltered English Immersion classrooms. For students seeking licensure in Early Childhood, Elementary Education, and Special Education. 4 cr.
• WED TL 525: Teaching English Language Learners in Middle/High Schools
  Focus on theory/research related to teaching English language learners and the implications for effective language, literacy, and content-area assessment and instructional practices in Sheltered English Immersion classrooms in middle/high schools. For students seeking licensure at the 5-12 level. 4 cr.
• WED TL 530: School Leadership: English Language Learners
  Focus on the responsibilities of school leaders for promoting the academic achievement of English language learners. Emphasis on analysis of home, community and school factors that influence the education of this student population, and identifying and evaluating best practices in assessment and instruction in the Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) classroom. Designed for those seeking licensure as a principal/assistant principal and/or supervisor/director. 2 cr.
• WED TL 613: Student Teaching Practicum and Seminar
  Supervised student teaching in a college or adult education program in English as a second language.
• WED TL 622: Assessment for Language Teaching and Research
  ASSESSMENT
• WED TL 635: Introduction to Language Program Management
  Designed to introduce students to all aspects of language program management from academic areas of curriculum planning, student assessment, and program design to the management topics of finance, organizational behavior, and human resources. 4 cr.
• WED TL 835: Advanced Seminar in TESOL Pedagogy
  Graduate Prerequisites: (SEDTL509) or consent of instructor. - Methodological issues in the teaching of English to speakers of other languages. In- depth treatment of a variety of curricular, pedagogical, and language program topics. Development and demonstration of curriculum projects. 4 cr.
• WED WL 503: Pre-Practicum in World Language Education
  This course supports students in their World Language education teaching pre- practicum. Students complete teaching observations, reflect on- field experiences, evaluate teaching practice against professional teaching standards, and develop and implement micro-teaching lessons to prepare for their practicum.
• WED WL 504: Student Teaching Seminar in World Language Education
  This course supports students in their World Language education teaching practicum. Students reflect on-field experiences, evaluate their practice and those of their classmates, develop professional goals, and prepare to enter the job market.
• WED WL 511: Teaching Methods in World Language Education
  This course examines pedagogical approaches in world language teaching and learning. Students explore standards-based instructional methods, models of teaching, discuss underlying theories, and examine current issues in the field. Students develop lesson plans and practice high-leverage teaching practices.
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  • Digital/Multimedia Expression
  • Oral and/or Signed Communication
  • Teamwork/Collaboration
• WED WL 512: Curriculum & Assessment in World Language Education
  This course examines curriculum and assessment in world languages. Students develop a deep understanding of ACTFL Proficiency levels, assess learner proficiency, develop performance assessments, conduct Oral Proficiency Interviews (OPIs), and develop thematic curricula and units from a social justice perspective.
• WED WL 513: Input & Interaction in the World Language Classroom
  This course focuses on developing and demonstrating two essential principles of world language teaching: using the target language and supporting learner interactions. Students develop lessons and complete micro-teachings.