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The Role of Culture in Teaching ESL

Course ID: EDU-3002I2
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Culture has been described by some as the "fifth skill" in language acquisition, equal in importance to reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Helping learners make sense of the culture that is intertwined with language is integral to the role of an ESL instructor. Learn practical techniques and strategies that will enable both you and your students to become effective cross-cultural communicators.

Course Objectives

demonstrate a basic understanding of intercultural communicative competence.

demonstrate a basic understanding of techniques, tools, and strategies for helping ESL students develop intercultural communicative competence.

demonstrate a basic understanding of various approaches to addressing cultural diversity in an ESL classroom.

Outline of Instruction

The fundamentals of working with culturally and linguistically diverse student populations.

Understanding the meaning of culture and its impact on individuals and groups.

Techniques and strategies for building cultural awareness and communicative competence with ESL students.

Addressing bias and stereotyping in ourselves and our students.

Contact Hours

CEUs

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

Certification

None

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Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements

CE or CU Articulation

Prerequisites

None

Learning Supplies Needed

Textbooks and supplies needed for this class are subject to change. Please click on the Details button above for the most up-to-date information about materials required for this course.

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

None

Requirements for Successful Completion

90% attendance
Students are expected to participate in all activities.,Course assignments must be turned in on time. No late homework will be accepted unless negotiated in advance with the instructor. ,The final computed score must be 85% or higher in order to pass this class.

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

N/A

Intended Audience

This course is intended for those who would like to obtain the ESL Teaching Certificate at Wake Tech Community College. While this course is designed for educators, it may also be useful for anyone who is interested in learning more about cross-cultural communication.