Course

Foundations of Second Language Acquisition Fall 2025 (5.09A, 5.09B, 5.10A, 5.10B, 5.12B)

Jul 21, 2025 - Jan 16, 2026

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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

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