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Introduction to ELLS Course Description: Rationale for and current educational and legal issues for English Language Learners (ELL). Comparison and evaluation of various types of language educational models including Structured English Immersion (SEI), English as a Second Language (ESL) and bilingual. Includes SEI, ESL, and bilingual strategies. Prerequisites: None Course Credit: 3 credits (45 hours with approximately 3 hours per week per credit) Course Note: Approved school-based practicum is required. EDU220 incorporates the 45-clock hour curricular framework for provisional SEI endorsement as per ADE.
Course Competencies [Bracketed codes refer to ADE Curricular Framework connections.] 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14.
Trace the historical and legislative foundations of programs of instruction for English Language Learners (ELL). [C1] Identify and explain theories of first and second language acquisition. [C3] Identify the role of culture in learning. [C4] Explain the philosophical and theoretical foundations of SEI, ESL, and Bilingual Education programs. [C2] Compare and contrast program models for serving English language learners. Identify and describe SEI/ESL and bilingual strategies for serving various age and language groups including related terminology. [D1] Integrate multiple strategies to improve student achievement. [D1] Identify the alignment between ELL proficiency standards to the Arizona Language Arts Academic Standards. [A1] Identify ELL proficiency standards and ways to integrate them into content areas. [A3] Use ELL proficiency standards to plan, deliver and evaluate instruction. [A2] Identify instruments used to assess language skills and describe how they can be used to guide instruction. [B3] Explain the relevance of state-mandated achievement levels for English language learners. [B2] Apply instruction and assessment strategies in a K-12 classroom. [B1] Summarize the practicum experience.
Textbook and Readings: Alsen, E. and Guerrero, K. Putting ALL the Pieces Together, 2nd ed. Allyn and Bacon, Inc., 2011. Supplemental Readings: A variety of weekly resources including journal articles, chapter excerpts from novels and picture books. EDU220 Introduction to Serving English Language Learners
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CURRICULAR FRAMEWORK FOR PROVISIONAL STRUCTURED ENGLISH IMMERSION (SEI) ENDORSEMENT TRAINING (45 HOURS/AUGMENTED) In compliance with the Arizona Department of Education requirements for Provisional Structured English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement, the following state-approved curricular framework will be used to fulfill the required forty-five (45) clock hours addressing the components identified below. A ELL Proficiency Standards Objectives Three (3) Clock Hours
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Assessment Objectives
Foundations of SEI Objectives
SEI Strategies Objectives
Four (4) Clock Hours
Thirteen (13) Clock Hours
Twenty-five (25) Clock Hours
1. Examine the format and alignment of ELL Proficiency Standards to the Arizona Language Arts (Listening & Speaking, Reading, and Writing) Academic Standards.
1. Analyze the content and use of the Arizona English Language Learner Assessment (AZELLA) in guiding ELL instruction.
1. Know the legal, historical and educational reasons for SEI.
2. Use ELL Proficiency Standards to plan, deliver and evaluate instruction.
2. Discuss the relevance of statemandated achievement for ELLs.
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3. Demonstrate the integration of ELL Proficiency Standards in all content areas.
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3. Identify and use alternative methods of assessment.
Know basic SEI terminology.
3. List language acquisition theoretical principles.
4. Define the role of culture in learning.
EDU220 Introduction to Serving English Language Learners
1. Identify and use multiple strategies to improve student achievement. Integrate: • Comprehensible input; • Ongoing, specific and immediate feedback; • Grouping structures and techniques; • Building background and vocabulary development; and, • Student engagement. Recommendations for Augmentation: -Develop specific content lesson plans that incorporate all of the above to improve student achievement. -Present these lesson plans during a minimum of 24 hours of class/contact time. -These contact hours must include, but are not limited to, discussion, identification, and application of these strategies. -An evaluation/synthesis of these lessons will also be included in these contact hours.
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Assignments & Grades: To receive full credit, assignments must be of college level quality, completed according to the criteria outlined in the course. Each assignment will be graded with a rubric. All assignments must be typed and double-spaced with proper spelling and grammar usage.
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Att./Part. Attendance and Participation 50 Points
Attendance & Participation Description Attendance and participation in class activities/discussions. 0 Absences
50 points
1-2 Absences
45-40 points
3-4 Absences
35-30 points
5 Absences
W or Y
Absences in excess of the # of times the class meets/week may result in withdrawal. Also note that three tardies equals one missed class. Texting effects participation. Discussions submitted in Canvas Discussions Discussion Questions are whole class discussions using literature to explore and discuss situations that impact you as in educator of second language learners. Post in Canvas. DQs open on Mondays and close on Sundays at midnight. Initial Post: Response #1: 1) Post a response to a DQ 1) Read the prompt/question classmate on a different day Discussion and respond. than the initial post Question 2) Response includes insights 2) Expand on the post and gained, reactions, and/or explain the relevance to 15 Points/ DQ connections to teaching ELLS. teaching with ELLs. 60 Total
Extra Credit UP to 20 Points Late DQ’s and EC:
Learning Journal 20 Points/Collection 60 Total Late Journals:
• Minimum of 200 words • Minimum of 100 words 10 Points 5 Points Extra Credit: Earn up to 20 points by applying strategies based on research to make content concepts comprehensible for ELLs. Closes on Sunday at midnight one week before the end of the course. No late discussion posts or Extra Credit will be accepted. Journals submitted in Class The Learning Journal will be used every class session. It is a research-based note-taking strategy that has effectively demonstrated to increase language and content knowledge for all learners. It will contain all class notes, activities and resources needed to understand the impact of educating second language learners. It will be reviewed three times throughout the semester to provide feedback. LJs need to be turned in on time or, if late they will be graded the next collection with a 50% deduction.
No late journals will be accepted. TOTAL POINTS A = 500-450, B = 449-400, C = 399-350, D = 349-300, F = 299-250 Y = 249 and below
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Practicum Experience submitted in Canvas Assignments/Quizzes Category Description A Practicum Experience is required, a field experience of English Language Learners within a K-12 classroom setting to gain insights not available in the college classroom. Choose any combination of option A, the classroom observation or B, the EI Videos. The 3 Lowest scores will be dropped. Practicum A Option: Classroom observation. Practicum
Practicum Experience 20 Points per Observation/Video
Experience
Submit on Canvas
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PE1: Classroom SIOP Lesson Observation Form 20 PTS. PE2: Classroom SIOP Lesson Observation Form 20 PTS. PE3: Classroom SIOP Lesson Observation Form 20 PTS. Practicum B Option: Educational Impact Videos and Quiz Educational Impact: Purchase access for $15.00. Practicum
Experience
Submit on Canvas
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20 PTS. PE1: Videos Educational Impact Videos 20 PTS. PE2: Videos Educational Impact Videos 60 Points 20 PTS. PE3: Videos Educational Impact Videos Late Assignments: Up to 1 week after the due date with a 50% deduction. Failure to complete the Practicum will result in not passing the course. Assignments submitted in Canvas Assignments QZ The quiz is to acknowledge that you understand the guidelines 15 Points and requirements of the class as per the syllabus. AB The Autobiography is a cultural self-study investigating one’s 20 Points personal customs, values, attitudes, beliefs, etc. CCT The Court Case Tour is an exploration of the laws and 30 Points legislation influencing the education of ELLs. The Interview is a research paper about a person who has Interview learned English as a second language to determine how they 30 Points acquired language and how to support them theoretically. SIOP The SIOP Conference is an activity in which you will present Conference effective ELL strategies according to the SIOP Protocol to learn 50 Points how to better plan and deliver content for ELLs. Late Assignments: Up to 1 week after the due date with a 50% deduction. Final Assignments submitted in Canvas Quizzes Survey The online Survey assesses your technological and course 10 Points content gained as a result of this training. FP: SIOP The SIOP Lesson is the final assessment reviewing and Lesson evaluating how to create and deliver a lesson according to the 100 Pts. SIOP Protocol demonstrating your knowledge of the course. SEI Tour The SEI Tour a final reflection of the course, demonstrating 15 Points what you have learned completed in class, final day. Late Assignments: Up to 1 week after the due date with a 50% deduction. TOTAL POINTS A = 500-450, B = 449-400, C = 399-350, D = 349-300, F = 299-250 Y = 249 and below
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Instructor Contact & Grading Expectations Contacting the Instructor: Responses within 24-72 hours For any questions, concerns, or general comments, the best way to communicate with the instructor is via mail on Canvas. The instructor reserves the right to take up to 72 hours to respond. The instructor may have to do some grading, look something up, or may just being taking care of his or her own life requirements.
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Discussion Questions:
NOTE:
Grading Form
Yes, a rubric with grading criteria.
Comments
Included as needed.
Turn-around
Within 1 week after the due date.
Late Post
Not graded after the closing due date.
Monitored with comments in the thread to guide the discussion.
Learning Journals:
NOTE:
Grading Form
Yes, a checklist in journal & rubric online.
Comments
Included as needed.
Turn-around
By the next class session.
Late Journal
Graded next collection with 50% deduction.
Detailed notes with MIT identified are expected.
Quizzes: W1, W2, Practicum Videos and the Final
NOTE:
Grading Form
No, scored automatically.
Comments
Included as needed.
Turn-around
immediately after the due date.
Late Quiz
Graded with 50% deduction 1 week after due date.
There are 2 attempts per quiz. Week 1 and 2 are exceptions due to Open-ended questions graded within 1 week after the due date.
Assignments:
NOTE:
Grading Form
Yes, a rubric with a grading criteria.
Comments
Yes, check grades and click on the dialogue bubble.
Turn-around
Up to 2 weeks after the due date.
Late Work
Graded with 50% deduction 1 week after due date.
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Student Guidelines Academic Integrity All students assume as part of their obligation to the College the responsibility to exhibit in their academic performance the qualities of honesty and integrity. You are expected to uphold the principles of academic integrity in all the work you do for this course. This means that all of the work you turn in must be entirely your own. If you borrow any material from external sources and use it in your writing, you must follow the MLA (Modern Language Association) or APA (American Psychological Association) guidelines for giving credit to the authors and publishers of the borrowed information. Students who plagiarize (either intentionally or unintentionally) or engage in other forms of academic dishonesty such as cheating will be withdrawn from the course or receive a failing grade for the course at the instructor’s discretion. Attendance Policy Learn new strategies daily in class! You are expected to attend class on time for each scheduled session. Absences in excess of the number of times the class meets per week may result in withdrawal from the course, regardless of the reason for the absence, with a W (withdrawal passing) or Y (withdrawal failing) per MCC Education Studies Dept. withdrawal guidelines: 1. (W) withdrawal passing by the end of week two from the start date of the course • • • •
student-initiated instructor-initiated and student is in good standing (consistent attendance / passing) not computed in GPA may affect status of financial aid, insurance and current/future scholarships
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instructor-initiated and student is not in good standing (excessive absences / failing) 0 points per credit hour computed in GPA may affect status of financial aid, insurance and current/future scholarships
2. (Y) withdrawal failing after week two from the start date of the course
3. (F) course completion failing • Student attends class all semester but fails • 0 points per credit hour computed in GPA usually considered course completion for financial aid and insurance purposes
Course Calendar Stay organized and check for DUE dates. The course calendar Is posted in Canvas. There are all of the assignments posted in the syllabus as well as the Calendar tab at the top left of the navigation bar. All adjustments will be reflected in the Canvas calendar. Therefore, it is your responsibility to check the calendar. Disclaimer Subject to revisions by the Instructor All provisions in this syllabus are subject to revisions by the instructor. Such revisions, if any, will be announced in class. The student is responsible for making note of all such announcements concerning syllabus or calendar revisions and assignments, and, in the case of absence, of assignments that were made while absent from class. Students are expected to: 1. Read and accept responsibility for all information in the syllabus. 2. Adhere to the college policies as outlines in the MCC College Catalog and MCC Student Handbook. Min. Technology Skills 1. Microsoft Office (word and Power Point), email, Adobe Reader, etc. 2. Other technologies used with tutorial support: Animoto, Dipity, Glogster, etc. 3. Use Canvas posting discussions, submitting assignments and quizzes, etc.
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Student Guidelines Disability Resources and Services Students with disabilities must have an equally effective and equivalent educational opportunity as those students without disabilities. Students experiencing difficulty accessing course materials because of a disability are expected to contact the course instructor so that a solution can be found that provides all students equal access to course materials and technology. Information for Students with Disabilities: If you have a documented disability, including a learning disability, and would like to discuss possible accommodations, please contact the MCC Disabilities Resources and Services Office at 480-461-7447 or email drsfrontdesk@mesacc.edu. For more information, go to: http://www.mesacc.edu/disability-services. Netiquette Netiquette is network etiquette -- that is, the etiquette of cyberspace; a set of rules for behaving properly online in which all students’ will be held to act responsibly online. Failure to follow netiquette will result in course withdrawal or a drop in grade. For more information, go to: http://www.albion.com/netiquette/ Student Support Advisement Education majors are encouraged to contact the Education Studies Department Office (480-461-7904) for advisement and program information. Counseling Services The Counseling Department offers a variety of services to address personal, educational and career concerns. Confidential services are offered to help you achieve your full potential. Call to schedule an appointment! (480) 461-7588 For more information, go to: http://www.mesacc.edu/departments/counseling Early Alert Referral System (EARS) MCC’s Early Alert Referral System (EARS) is a student success initiative to aid students in their educational pursuits. Faculty and Staff participate by alerting and referring students to campus services for added support. Students may receive a follow up contact from various campus services as a result of being referred to EARS. Students are encouraged to participate, but these services are optional. Early Alert Web Page with Campus Resource Information can be located at: www.mesacc.edu/students/ears Help Center Hours For computer assistance or technology Monday – Thursday: 6:30am – 10:30pm related issues call the Help Center: Friday: 6:30am – 5:00pm Phone: (480)-461-7217 Saturday: 8:00am – 5:00pm Email: HelpCenter@mesacc.edu Sunday: Closed Learning Enhancement Center Many students find that college coursework provides new academic challenges. The Learning Enhancement Center offers free tutoring in most academic subjects and other services to support learning and teaching college-wide. Services are offered in person and/or online. For more information, go to : http://www.mesacc.edu/students/tutoring Southern and Dobson: Red Mountain: Building: LB 11 Building: RDM W Phone: 480-461-7678 Phone: 480-654-7735
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Student Support Fingerprint Clearance Cards Several EDU, CFS, EED, ECH and MAT156 & 157 courses include field experience with children, often requiring fingerprint clearance. Education majors are strongly encouraged to obtain a plastic, Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Department of Public Safety (DPS) fingerprint clearance card as if they are school employees. It takes weeks/months to obtain, so begin the process soon. IVP cards are valid for six years. For more information, go to: http://communitywellnessofaz.com/ Student Information and Events Grants and Scholarships H.E. Hendrix Scholarship Specifically for MCC students majoring in elementary education, secondary education, special education, early childhood education or child development and plan to transfer to a four-year institution to complete a bachelor’s degree in the education field. Apply by completing the general Maricopa Colleges Foundation application at http://www.maricopa.edu/foundationSee the Scholarships & Grants link on the Education Studies webpage for details: http://www.mesacc.edu/dept/d15/edu/scholarships.html Professional Career Pathway Project (PCPP) Grant Specifically for individuals employed in a child care center or as a family child care provider or as a family group home provider/employee. Funds are for early childhood education classes only. Contact: mary.stewart@mesacc.edu T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood Arizona Scholarship The early childhood workforce is encouraged to return to college to pursue an associate's degree through the new T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood ® Arizona scholarship program. Funds help cover paid release time and travel as well as tuition and books. Contact: annapurna.ganesh@mesacc.edu NAUTeach: Paid Noyce Grant Summer Internships These programs allow students with science, technology, engineering or math abilities to explore teaching STEM in a low-risk manner. One-credit introductory classes (EDU111 and EDU112) can be taken at MCC in preparation for the programs. Paid STEM summer camp internships are available for EDU111 completers, and substantial scholarships can be awarded to NAUTeach program students. Contact: Julie Garner at julie.garner@mesacc. Honors Program Honors Program Presidential Scholarship Honors Achievement Award • Recent high school graduate from an • Returning students with 12 or more accredited Maricopa County school credit hours accumulated • Top 15% of their class OR • Minimum 3.25 GPA • Qualifying Accuplacer placement score Requirements for Honors Program eligibility: • Registered in minimum of 3 hours honors credit each semester • Eligible for multiple leadership opportunities and scholarship opportunities beyond MCC For more information, call 480-461-7079 or visit www.mesacc.edu/academics/honors/
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Student Information and Events Clubs FEC Join the Future Educator’s Club! To bring education students together, the FEC offers social and academic support to all Education majors. Participation in meetings and events are great teacher résumé building opportunities and count for extra credit in some classes. To get involved, contact Tawn Hauptli: thauptli@mesacc.edu. Check out the club’s Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Mesa-AZ/FEC-MCC/150716599747 All MCC education majors should sign up for FEC Google Groups to receive (and post) emails on important events, advisement updates, university transfer tips, and scholarship and job opportunities for future teachers. Follow the directions below to join: • • • • • •
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Study Abroad Guanajuato Study Abroad Program The Guanajuato Study Abroad Program offers an opportunity to participate in a summer international learning experience in the historical city of Guanajuato, México. During this four-week home-stay program, participants earn 6-7 transferable college credits and engage in service learning experiences. Visit http://www.mesacc.edu/studyabroad/ guanajuato-mexico. For more information, contact Jaime Herrera at jaime.herrera@mesacc.edu or 480-461-7484 MCC Programs and Transfers MCC TL3C Program Are you an aspiring teacher who would like to work with language learners? The Teachers of Language Learners Learning Community will prepare you today to become a future leader in education. For more information, visit tinyurl.com/mccTL3C or contact 480-461-7904. ASU: Maricopa-ASU Pathways Program (MAPP) Students who sign up for and complete a MAPP – a list of courses that fulfill associate’s degree requirements as well as specific Arizona State University program prerequisites – get special ASU transfer and tuition benefits. See www.maricopa.edu/alliance. Elementary, Early Childhood, Special Education and some Secondary Education MAPPs are available. NAU: Connect2NAU If you plan to transfer to any NAU campus and are enrolled in at least 6 credits per semester, then sign up for this! Benefits include an admissions application fee waiver, access now to online NAU resources, an NAU ID card, an NAU email account, and eligibility for a merit-based (3.5 GPA) transfer scholarship upon associate’s degree completion. Drop by the NAU office in MCC Enrollment Services area to get on board. http://extended.nau.edu/2nau/mesacommunitycollege.aspx
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Introduction To ELLs Terms and Correlations Summary Course Abbreviations Competency Submission And Title Correlation 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 11, DQ Discussion Question Online: Canvas 12, 13 The Discussion Question is a discussion board in Canvas in which you will post four times throughout the semester using literature to explore and discuss situations that affect you as in educator of second language learners. EC Extra Credit 2, 3, 7, 11, 13 Online: Canvas Extra Credit is offered to explore what strategies are needed to help ELLs successfully acquire both language and content. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, LJ Learning Journal Collected: In Class 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 The Learning Journal will be used every class session. It is a research-based notetaking strategy that has effectively demonstrated to increase language and content knowledge for all learners. 2, 3, 4, 7, 10, 11, 13, PE Practicum Experience Online: Canvas 14 A Practicum Experience is required for this course. The practicum will help you gain insights not available in the college classroom. Assignments QZ Quiz 4 Online: Canvas AB Autobiography 3, 4 Online: Canvas CCT Court Case Tour 1, 4 Canvas & Class INT Interview 2, 4, 6, 7, 11 Online: Canvas SIOP SIOP 2, 7, 10, 11, 12, 13 Canvas & Class FP Final Project SIOP LP SIOP Lesson Plan 2, 7, 10, 11, 12, 13 Online: Canvas SEI Tour SEI Tour 2, 7 Performed: in Class TOTAL POINTS A = 500-450, B = 449-400, C = 399-350, D = 349-300, F = 299-250 Y = 249 and below
EDU220 Introduction to Serving English Language Learners
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