TESL 5205: Second Language Acquisition and Linguistics in K-12 Schools

University of North Carolina, Charlotte

An examination of concepts, theories, research, and practice related to the language acquisition and literacy development of English Language Learners in U.S. schools. Attention is paid to the physiological, social and psychological variables that influence the academic success of immigrant children and the challenges associated with first language literacy, second language literacy, and second language development in K-12 settings. Section information text: 100% online asynchronous course delivered using Canvas. Learn to use Canvas at http://canvas.charlotte.edu. This course is reserved for candidates in the TESL Graduate Certificate in Teaching (GCT) and MED in Curriculum & Instruction (TESL) programs. Registration requires an authorization; email Dr. Adam Myers [[email protected]] or TESL MED - Dr. Joan Lachance [[email protected]]. Registration questions? Email [email protected].

Average GPA: 3.97

Grade distribution records: 148 students across 10 terms.

Grade distribution

Based on 148 student grade records across 10 terms and 2 professors.

Instructors

• Joan Lachance 127 students, Average GPA 3.98
• Kathryn Wagner 21 students, Average GPA 3.94