CourOutliIEL5810Fa’09
KEAN UNIVERSITY
Union, New Jersey
Pending, Fall, 2009
Systematic Observation and Field Experience in
Bilingual/Multicultural Schools
Course Number:
EMSE 5810
Semester Hours:
3
Prerequisite:
Graduate Status
Limitations on Enrollment:
12
Required:
For students in M.A. program
Bilingual Education Option
Catalog Description
Individualized study of teaching based on systematic observation and analysis of actual
bilingual/multicultural classroom teacher performance using established category and
observation systems.
N.B. In order to insure full class participation, any student with a disability condition
requiring special accommodations (e.g., tape recorder, special adaptive equipment,
special note taking or test taking procedures) is strongly encouraged to contact the
professor at the beginning of the course.
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KEAN UNIVERSITY
Union, New Jersey
Systematic Observation and Field Experience in
Bilingual/Multicultural Schools
I. Course Objectives
Students will achieve growth towards becoming informed, dynamic professionals,
as evidenced by demonstration of proficiency in knowledge (k), skills (s), values and
dispositions (d). The student will:
A.
synthesize guides and classification for observing teaching in a
systematic way and for collecting data about teaching in a
bilingual/multicultural and ESL classroom setting (k, s)
B.
analyze established category systems for the observation and analysis of
student-teacher interaction in actual bilingual/multicultural and ESL
classroom situations (s, d)
C.
evaluate classroom observation, analyze these findings, draw conclusions,
and discuss the implications of the conclusions in oral and/or written form
(k, s, d)
D.
analyze and evaluate appropriate methodologies, techniques and
responsibilities to the student’s own bilingual/multicultural and ESL
teaching (k, s, d)
II. Course Content
A.
Classification Systems
1. Rationale for systematic analysis of teaching
2. Study, investigate, and evaluate systems for analyzing
teaching in a bilingual/multicultural setting
3. Design of guides for observing and recording data on teaching
performance
B.
Development of various checklists or questionnaires to be used by the
student with classroom observation activity in which the student will
gather data on
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
teaching techniques
schools and community setting
school structure in relation to multicultural education
education programs (Bilingual and ESL)
student personnel services
integrated curriculum
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C.
Analysis of data
1. Use literature to help interpret data
2. Discuss conclusions drawn from observation
3. Develop an integrated curriculum for a pluralistic
society
D.
Application of teaching techniques relevant to the bilingual/multicultural
classroom setting
1.
2.
3.
4.
Self-analysis of teaching performance/methodology
Observation and analysis of model bilingual and ESL teachers
Adaptation and practice of exemplary teaching techniques
Reflection on teacher/student relationship
III. Methods of Instruction
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
Lecture and Discussion
Supervised readings
Classroom visits in more than one school building
Audio Visual
Development of a checklist for systematic observation.
IV. Methods of Evaluation
A.
B.
C.
D.
Examination (k, s)
Oral and written reports (k, s, d)
Participation in class discussion (k, s, d)
Presentation of findings from required classroom visits (k, s,d)
V. Suggested Text (s)
Danielson, C.. (2008). Enhancing Professional Practice. A Framework for Teaching. 2nd
Edition. ASCD. Alexandria: VA
VI. Bibliography
Books. (These books were recently purchased by the Kean Library)
Birnbaum, B. W. (2008). English Language Learners with Disabilities: A resource guide
for Educators. Edwin Mellen Publishers
Brophy, J. E. (2009) Inside the Social Study Classroom. Rutledge
Burns, B. B. (2009). Making Science Curriculum Matter: Wisdom for the Reform Road
Ahead. NY: Corwin Sage
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Golon, A. S. (2008). Visual Spatial Learners: Differentiation Strategies for Creating a
Successful Classroom. Waco, TX: Prufrock Press
Kentschy, M. (2008). Scaffolding Science Inquiry Through Lesson Design. Portmouth:
NH, Heinemann
Lantolf, J. P. (2008). Sociocultural Theory and the Teaching of Second Languages.
London: England, Equinox
Tiedt, P. L. & Tiedt, I. M. (2010) Multicultural Teaching: A Handbook of Activities,
Information, and Resources. (8th Ed.). Boston: Allyn Bacon
Wynn, M. J. (2009). Strategies for Teaching in the Content Areas: A Handbook for K-8
Teachers. Boston: Allyn & Bacon
Peer- Reviewed Articles
Abadiano, H., Turner, J., & Valerie, L.. (2009). Oh, the places we will go! New England
Reading Association Journal, 44(2), II,III,IV.
Araujo, B.. (2009). Best Practices in Working With Linguistically Diverse Families.
Intervention in School and Clinic, 45(2), 116-123.
Cartiera M. R. (2006). Addressing the Literacy Underachievement of Adolescent
English Language Learners: A Call for Teacher Preparation and Proficiency
Reform. New England Reading Association Journal, 42(1), 26-32,75
Craighead, E., & Ramanathan, H.. (2007). Effective Teacher Interactions with English
Language Learners in Mainstream Classes. Research in the Schools, 14(1), 60-71
Dresser, R.. (2007). The Effects of Teacher Inquiry in the Bilingual Language Arts
Classroom. Teacher Education Quarterly, 34(3), 53-66.
Freeman, B., & Crawford, L.. (2008). Creating a Middle School Mathematics Curriculum
for English-Language Learners. Remedial and Special Education, 29(1), 9-19
Furner, J. F,, Yahya, N. & M. L. (2005). Teach Mathematics: Strategies to Reach All
Students. Intervention in School and Clinic, 41(1), 16-23.
Gibbons, B. A. (2003). Supporting Elementary Science Education For English Learners:
A Constructivist Evaluation Instrument. The Journal of Educational Research,
96(6), 371-380
Hawkins, M.R. (2004). Researching English Language and Literacy Development in
Schools. Educational Researcher, 33(3), 14-25.
McGinley, K. (2006). The 'Test Of Interactive English'--From Conception To
Implementation. ELT Journal, 60(4), 374.
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McKeown, R. G. & Gentilucci J. L. (2007). Think-Aloud Strategy: Metacognitive
Development And Monitoring Comprehension In The Middle School SecondLanguage Classroom. Journal of Adolescent & Adult Literacy, 51(2), 136-142,144147
Reyes, L. O. (2002). Professional Development In A Bilingual Adult Learning
Community: The Case Of P.S. 24. Bilingual Research Journal, 26(1), 181-192.
Sandefur, S. J., Watson, S. W. & Johnston, L. B. (2007). Literacy Development, Science
Curriculum, and the Adolescent English Language Learner: Modifying Instruction
for the English-Only Classroom. Multicultural Education, 14(3), 41-43,45-50.
Seminal Works
Bennett, C. (1999).Comprehensive Multicultural Education: Theory and Practice.
Rockleigh, NJ: Allyn and Bacon Inc.
Booth, S. (1997). Learning and Awareness. Mahwah, NJ: Lawrence Erlbaum
Associates, Inc.
Brisk, M.E. & Harrington, M.M. (2000). Literacy and Bilingualism.
Mahwah, NJ: Lawrence Erlbaum and Associates, Inc.
Brown, H.D. (1997). Principles of Language Learning and Teaching. 3rd. Ed.
Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall Regents.
Echevarria, J. & Graves, A. (1998). Sheltered Content Instruction: Teaching
English-Language Learners with Diverse Abilities. Boston: Allyn and
Bacon.
Head, S. (2000). Portfolios go Electronic: 2000 Job Search Handbook for Educators.
Columbus, OH: American Association for Employment in Education.
Joseph, P.B. et al. (2000). Cultures of Curriculum. Mahwah, NJ: Lawrence
Erlbaum and Associates, Inc.
Krashen, S.D. (1997). Principles and Practice in Second Language Acquisition.
Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall Regents.
Krashen, Stephen D. (1997). Second Language and Second Language Acquisition
Learning . Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall Regents.
Leu, D. J., Jr., & Leu, D. D. (1999). Teaching with the Internet: Lessons from the
Classroom. Norwood, MA: Christopher-Gordon.
Nicholson-Nelson, K. (1998). Developing Students’ Multiple Intelligences. NY:
Scholastic.
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Pérez , B.& Torres-Guzmán (1996). Learning in Two Worlds: An Integrated
Spanish/English Biliteracy Approach. (2nd ed.). White Plains, NY: Longman
Publishers, USA.
Journals
Journal for Research in Mathematics Education
Journal of Adolescent and Adult Literacy
The Reading Teacher
Social Education
Social Studies and the Young Learner
Bilingual Research Journal
Multicultural Education
TESOL Quarterly
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