ED 361 - Theoretical Perspectives on English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

The purpose of this course is to provide education students with an understanding of the various theoretical frameworks used to understand how ESOL students acquire a second language. Particular focus will be paid to behaviorist, Innatist, cognitivist, and interactionist theories. Students will also explore ways of linking these theories to effective classroom practices.

Four credits.

Prerequisite(s): ED 130, EN 355, PY 202 or PY 199