ESOL 3701 Teaching Diverse Populations
An introduction of cultural and linguistic groups represented in the United States. The course will develop sensitivity to and understanding of these groups. Emphasizing the major cultures found in Florida, this course provides insights for teachers to be used in meeting the special needs of Limited English Proficient students. Topics include living patterns, interrelatedness of language and culture, culture-shock, cross-culture awareness, dealing with parents of ESOL/LEP students, and the themes, attitudes, and values of these cultural groups. Prerequisite: Admission to the Education Program or permission from the Dean of the School of Education. Three semester hours credit.
Prerequisite
Admission to the Teacher Education Division