Writing Education

• 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.
• WED WL 514: Inclusive Principles & Practices in World Language Education
  Explores teaching for justice in world language education by developing intercultural citizenship and disrupting inequality. Policies of exclusion, barriers to access, and classroom practices are examined to support an inclusive classroom where all learners experience success. 4 cr. Either sem.
• WED WL 532: Young Learners in World Language Education
  This course examines models of early language learning and standards-based instructional practices to support young language learners. Students observe and critique teaching videos, develop lessons, and engage in micro-teachings. Different program models, including FLES and immersion programs, are explored.
• WED WL 541: Practicum in Arabic as a World Language, PK-6
  Students pursuing Arabic licensure in the World Language Education program are assigned a PK-6 student teaching field placement, completing observations and classroom teaching.
• WED WL 542: Practicum in Chinese as a World Language, PK-6
  Students pursuing Chinese licensure in the World Language Education program are assigned a PK-6 student teaching field placement, completing observations and classroom teaching.
• WED WL 543: Practicum in French as a World Language, PK-6
  Students pursuing French licensure in the World Language Education program are assigned a PK-6 student teaching field placement, completing observations and classroom teaching.
• WED WL 544: Practicum in German as a World Language, PK-6
  Students pursuing German licensure in the World Language Education program are assigned a PK-6 student teaching field placement, completing observations and classroom teaching.
• WED WL 545: Practicum in Italian as a World Language, PK-6
  Students pursuing Italian licensure in the World Language Education program are assigned a PK-6 student teaching field placement, completing observations and classroom teaching.
• WED WL 546: Practicum in Japanese as a World Language, PK-6
  Students pursuing Japanese licensure in the World Language Education program are assigned a PK-6 student teaching field placement, completing observations and classroom teaching.
• WED WL 547: Practicum in Portuguese as a World Language, PK-6
  Students pursuing Portuguese licensure in the World Language Education program are assigned a PK-6 student teaching field placement, completing observations and classroom teaching.
• WED WL 548: Practicum in Spanish as a World Language, PK-6
  Students pursuing Spanish licensure in the World Language Education program are assigned a PK-6 student teaching field placement, completing observations and classroom teaching.
• WED WL 549: Practicum in Russian as a World Language, PK-6
  Students pursuing Russian licensure in the World Language Education program are assigned a PK-6 student teaching field placement, completing observations and classroom teaching.
• WED WL 551: Practicum in Arabic as a World Language, 5-12
  Students pursuing Arabic licensure in the World Language Education program are assigned a 5-12 student teaching field placement, completing observations and classroom teaching.
• WED WL 552: Practicum in Chinese as a World Language, 5-12
  Students pursuing Chinese licensure in the World Language Education program are assigned a 5-12 student teaching field placement, completing observations and classroom teaching.
• WED WL 553: Practicum in French as a World Language, 5-12
  Students pursuing French licensure in the World Language Education program are assigned a 5-12 student teaching field placement, completing observations and classroom teaching.
• WED WL 554: Practicum in German as a World Language, 5-12
  Students pursuing German licensure in the World Language Education program are assigned a 5-12 student teaching field placement, completing observations and classroom teaching.