Foundations of Multilingual Education

3 credits · Peabody College - Professional

This course focuses on the historical, political, legal, theoretical, and educational influences that shape learning for multilingual learners who are learning English as an additional language. Emphasis is placed on (1) investigating and mobilizing multilingual learners’ resources in instruction, (2) analyzing relevant policies and programs that shape the experiences and outline rights and responsibilities of students, families, and educators, and (3) developing a personalized philosophy with plans for advocacy, collaboration and ongoing professional learning that can improve educational opportunities for multilingual learners. [3]