EDUC 646 - Second Language Acquisition: Research and Practice

Units: 3

Examines theoretical, developmental, social, and instructional issues related to second language acquisition in the context of a multicultural/multilingual society. Subjects include identity development of second language learners; parallels between first and second language development; second language acquisition theories; approaches in second language instruction; survey of program models and research outcomes; implications for effective instruction and assessment (including the role of the first and second language); and the home/school connection in fostering second language acquisition.