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Students who enroll in courses at the 5000 level MUST apply to the Graduate School in order to enroll in these program courses.

Endorsement in Linguistically Different Learners

3 Semester Hours per course

CURR 5700-3 Introduction to LDE/Multicultural Education.

Provides a comprehensive survey of ESL, bilingual and multicultural education programs for language minority students. Includes an overview of the history and legislation related to bilingual/ESL education. Presents various models, philosophies, and theoretical underpinnings of bilingual/ESL education. Discusses the culture of ESL classrooms, instructional strategies and important considerations for teaching the LEP student. (ESL Std. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; PCT Std. 1, 3, 6)

CURR 5701-3 Materials and Methods in LDE/Multicultural Education.

Provides an in-depth study of curriculum options available for the bilingual/ESL classroom. Presents, reviews and critiques specific methods and strategies for teaching language minority students, as well as comparative methods of learning L1 and L2. Emphasizes methods for implementing cooperative leaning strategies among students, developing accommodation strategies for English Language Learners (ELLs) in content areas, and teaming with other professionals in the building to optimize instruction in the field. Gives students the opportunity to develop and present teaching units using ESL methodology as appropriate in classrooms. The Standards met through this course are (ESL Std. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; PCT Std. 1, 3, 6)

CURR 5702-3 Literacy for Linguistically Different Learners.

Presents current and emerging philosophies and methods on teaching reading to culturally diverse second language learners. Includes review of materials, strategies for teaching reading and writing skills, and important considerations for transference from L1 to L2 reading, and field-based assignments. The Standards met through this course are (ESL Std. 1, 2, 3, 4,; PCT Std. 1, 3, 6)

CURR 5703-3 Methods, Materials, & Theories of Assessment for ELLs.

Prepares teachers to assess and evaluate English as a second language students in a field-based setting. Includes particular assessment instruments, mediation strategies and materials, and formal and informal diagnostic strategies. Covers both theoretical and applied aspects of assessing language learning and teaching. Linguistically Diverse Standard 8.22(3)(b)(d)(e)(4)(a)(b)(c)(5)(f));

CURR 5704-3 Practicum in ESL/Multicultural Education.

A field-based, standards-based course that provides at least 150 hours of site-based work in addition to in-school work. Students are placed into classrooms with ELLs if they do not already have such classrooms. Instructors supervise the placements. Prereq., CURR 5700 Standards for PTELL: 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 4.1, 4.2

CURR 5705-3 Second Language Acquisition: Capstone.

Presents a broad survey of second language acquisition research. Stresses theoretical concerns and research findings and practical applications to teaching second languages. Gives emphasis to applied second language acquisition, cultural awareness, and social and economic factors that contribute to ELLs' success in schools. The prerequisite for this course is Prereq., CURR 5704. The Colorado State Standards for PTELL: 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 2.1, 2.4, 3.4, 3.5, 4.1 and 4.2.

CURR 5707-3 Pro-Seminar: Parent and Community Involvement.

Focuses on models and strategies for improving parent and community involvement in the schools. Discusses administrative concerns, such as parent advisory councils, instructional concerns, such as helping children with school assignments, and family literacy issues and programs. Field-based assignments are required. No Prerequisites (ESL Std. 1a, 1b,1c, 1d, 2a, 2c, 5a, 5b, 5c, 5d, 5e, 5f, PCT Std. 1.4, 1.5, 6.1, 6.2, 7.3, 8.1, 8.2, 8.3)

CURR 5713-3 Language and Linguistics

This is a core course that provides an introduction to the study of language and linguistics, designed for teachers of culturally and linguistically diverse students.  The course includes an overview of the components of language: phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics. The course also includes discussion of how language is shaped by its users, covering topics such as language registers, dialects, and varieties. Throughout the course, students will explore the pedagogical implications of these fundamental components of language for teaching English Language Learners.

Note: Students who take courses at the 5000 level must apply to the Graduate School in order to enroll in these program courses. In-service teachers wishing to complete an Endorsement in Linguistically Different Learners at the Elementary Level and receive a Master of Arts degree in Curriculum and Instruction - LDE emphasis, will have to take the following courses in addition to those listed above, in order to complete the degree.

MA in Curriculum and Instruction - LDE emphasis

Master's in Curriculum and Instruction with emphasis in Linguistically Diverse Education (LDE) Endorsement (30 Total Hours)

Inservice teachers wishing to complete an Endorsement in Linguistically Different Learners at the Elementary Level and receive a Masters degree in Curriculum and Instruction - LDE emphasis will have to take the following courses in addition to those listed above in order to complete the degree. Each course builds on the next so you must take them in the order as they are listed.

Lead 570 - (3 semester hrs) Introduction to Research and Statistics

Introduces measures of central tendency, variability, percentiles, standard scores and correlation. Basic concepts in statistical inference are covered. Evaluating and using research. Design and analysis of educational research, and completion of a minor research project. Standards for PTELL: 2.3, 2.4, 3.3, 3.6, 4.1

CURR 5090-(3 semester hrs) Research Project

Students complete a field-based research project. Prereq. LEAD 570

Standards for PTELL: 1.2, 2.1, 2.3, 3.3, 3.6, 4.2

UCCS Linguistically Diverse Certificate Program

Course required for the 12 credit Teaching Linguistically Diverse Education Certification Program are: CURR 5700, CURR 5701, CURR 5702 and CURR 5703.

UCCS Linguistically Diverse Education (LDE) Program

Online Course Offerings 2009-2010 Schedule may be subject to change

Spring 2009 Registration is available 3 November 2008. Please contact the extended studies office with the College of Education for course call numbers. 719-255-4344 or cbrown@uccs.edu

*All online LDE courses require an additional $99.00 technology fee that is charged at time of registration

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Linguistically Diverse Education Program
Departmental office is located in Columbine Hall 4014
Phone: (719) 255-4344 Fax: (719) 255-3915
email: cbrown@uccs.edu