Facilitating Student-Centered Communication in the World Language Classroom - EDC-X727Y

Course Description

Credit Validation for DoDEA Participants Only

This two-credit graduate course was designed for world language teachers to facilitate student-centered communication through high quality instructional practices that support the academic needs of all learners. 

Each module will include a required virtual synchronous session facilitated by the instructors. Attendance at the synchronous sessions is mandatory. Access to all materials will be provided via Schoology: Graduate Courses for ESOL and World Languages and live sessions on Microsoft Teams.

All participants must purchase the paper copy or e-book version of the text.

Learner Outcomes

• Evaluate student-centered communicative activities for professional self-reflection to improve instruction
• Design unit plans using Backward Design to promote student-centered learning in acquiring another language
• Apply critical thinking skills to create a dynamic student-centered experience that increases proficiency for all learners

Course Details

Number of Units: 2.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours

Who Should Attend: This course provides continuing education for DoDEA Participants.

Course Materials: Text, Building Proficiency for World Language Learners by Janina Klimas available at Amazon.com or your local bookstore

University of San Diego – Graduate-Level Extension Credit Information

The University of San Diego partners with this program to offer graduate-level extension credit(s) in semester hours through the Credit Validation Program. To earn units, participants must register for and successfully complete coursework through the external program provider.

Credits earned through USD’s Credit Validation Program are widely accepted by many school districts and universities across the United States for purposes such as license renewal, required professional development hours, short-term skill building, salary advancement, credentialing, and potential advanced degree pathways.

These units do not apply toward a master’s or higher degree program at the University of San Diego; however, they may be transferable to advanced degree programs (e.g., MA, EdD, PhD) at other institutions that accept external graduate-level credits.

Participants are responsible for confirming acceptance, transcript requirements, deadlines, and applicability of units with their employing district or intended institution prior to enrollment.