For EDPN 673 Methods and Materials for Teaching English as a Second Language. This course provides a historical overview of second language acquisition theories and teaching methods. Students learn how to apply current approaches, methods and techniques, with attention to the effective use of materials, in teaching English as a second language. Students will engage in the planning and implementation of standards-based ESL instruction which includes differentiated learning experiences geared to students’ needs. Emphasis is placed on creating culturally responsive learning environments. Includes 15 hours of field work.
Touro TESOL candidates submit a Materials Critique & Redesign where candidates (1) prepare a written critique description of the material or resource, analyzing its effectiveness for ELLs and (2) based on your analysis, redesign one section/activity of the original material so that it meets the need of ELLs. The materials chosen will promote culturally and linguistically responsive classrooms and instructional practices.
Jessica Cruz is proud to serve as a First Grade Bilingual teacher on Long Island. She holds a Bachelors Degree and is currently pursuing her Masters in TESOL at Touro University. Ms. Cruz shared, “I have a true passion and am proud to be able to work with English Language Learners. Working with ELLs gives me the opportunity to teach my language and my culture.”
I took into inconsideration my First Grade Bilingual class. The majority of students come from Central America and have no prior schooling from their home country. I chose to critique three children’s books that I frequently use as read-alouds in my classroom.
Jessica Cruz, Touro University TESOL Candidate
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