In-class work will consist of a pre-test; a video clip that students will view and use to begin picturing how an ELL may view learning in a new language, culture and new classroom; Unit One and Two readings from printed handouts from the instructor and from the book “Classroom Instruction that Works with English Language Learners”; and a PowerPoint presentation.

Out of class work includes 8 Reflective journal writings, a Unit One post test assessment, 8 discussion board posts, a final project which includes a one page type written reflective summary about the course and the importance of making accommodations and adaptation in instruction for ELLs in the content area classroom as well as a content area lesson plan that includes 3 different accommodations and adaptations for ELLs at the Beginning level of English proficiency. After submitting this final project to the instructor, students will be assessed using a 20 point post test. Scores on the post assessment must be at least 80%

Assessment is based on participation in the 8 Reflective Journal Posts, Course Pre-test, Unit One Post test, 8 Discussion Board Writings, a Final Project and Post test.