EDRL 521A - Language Development in First and Second Languages

Unit(s): 3

Research and theory in oral and written language development in home and subsequent languages, and the relationship between literacy learning and teaching. Special attention is given to factors that promote concept development and confident, effective language use. Attention to the structure of the English language, including phonology, orthography, morphology, syntax, and semantics. Contributions from many fields, (e.g., psycholinguistics, sociolinguistics, anthropology, and developmental psychology) provide perspectives for analysis of language acquisition and learning, evaluation of current educational practice, and planning for effective classroom experiences. Transfer strategies from primary language reading skills into English language reading skills are presented based on the tenets of effective language acquisition.

Grading: GRD