Course
Foundations of Second Language Acquisition Fall 2025 (5.09A, 5.09B, 5.10A, 5.10B, 5.12B)
Jul 21, 2025 - Jan 16, 2026
Full course description
Course Description
- This 5 hour online course is designed to provide educators with important theories and background information related to second language acquisition and utilize this information to increase achievement for all learners - especially students who are learning English.
- Lead Learner (Facilitator): Janette Szabo | Fran Woolnough
- Credit(s) and Type: 5 Hours Relicensure | English Language Development (ELD)
Target Audience
- Certified Staff | Charter Certified Staff | DCSD Certified Substitute
Timeline Overview
- Start date of course content: July 21, 2025
- End date of course content: January 16, 2026
- Kickoff Google Meet July 21: 1:00-2:00 pm
- Wrap-up Google Meet on Wednesday, January 14
Outcomes
Here are the outcomes for the course:
Identify colleagues who can support them in working with ELs
Describe how to use the WIDA Can Do Descriptors to plan instruction
Implement a strategy for teaching ELs at each stage of second language acquisition using the Can- Do Descriptors