Crit Ed Ling in K-12 Settings

3 Credits · Level: Graduate, Undergraduate

In this course, you will be introduced to issues in the field of educational linguistics while mastering a working knowledge of how to apply linguistic theory and research to classroom language learning. Through your learning, you will be able to draw implications for pedagogy from the fields of syntax, phonology, morphology, orthography, semantics, pragmatics, and sociolinguistics to inform both assessment and instruction. This knowledge will be situated within a broader analysis of educational linguistics, including an introduction to second language acquisition, theories of language acquisition in education, language education policies, and the sociocultural context of language learning. As a result of your participation in this course, you will be equipped to bring a research-based understanding of linguistics to bear as you evaluate and develop strategies to meet students’ language skills, development, and needs within the social and policy context of schools.