ELT 5533 - Materials Development and Resources in English Language Teaching

Course Description

Participants will examine and evaluate published texts and other resources for English language teaching; identify steps and guidelines in developing materials. Students will make ELT materials decisions within the context of instructional design; make a wide range of ESOL materials; critique current ELT textbooks, and electronic media, adapt ELT materials for specific purposes and, avoid bias in materials development and selection Students will create a full ESOL text chapter. This course meets requirements for the WA State ELL Endorsement.

Learner Outcomes

By the end of the course, students will be able to:

Understand the importance of cultural variables within the ESOL CLT classroom
Understand the application of intercultural activities and instructional nuances in ELT
Understand the importance and application of authentic materials to SLA
Understand and explore a wide variety of ESOL books, websites, applications and other materials as well as ELT references.
Develop and practice pragmatic skills to create applicable materials for all aspects and skill sets of ELT.
Understand the process of evaluating, critiquing and choosing appropriate ELT materials and texts.
Create a full CLT integrated ESOL textbook chapter including activities that activate all language skills and teachable aspects of ELT.
Understand and share all germane aspects and experiences from ESL Class practicum experiences and relate to all aspects of ELT.