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2009-2010 UMass Dartmouth Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2009-2010 UMass Dartmouth Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

EDU 550 - Language Acquisition and English Language Learners

3 credits
Prerequisites: EDU 500
Language acquisition and variation within a social, cultural and political context will be examined through an integrated approach to curriculum and pedagogy.  Second Language Acquisition theories are explored through empirical research with the aim of allowing students to better comprehend patterns in language development.  Best practices in language teaching are highlighted.  Topics of study will include language identity/attitudes, language and power, language and representation, methodological approaches and best practices.