EDUC 550 (01) - Language and Linguistic Diversity in Schools

Linguistic Diversity

Durham Liberal Arts::Education
Credits: 4.0
Class Size: 25 
Term:  Spring 2024 - Full Term (01/23/2024 - 05/06/2024)
CRN:  56295
Grade Mode:  Letter Grading
The course offers a broad examination of language and linguistic diversity and identities, drawing from education, sociolinguistics, anthropology, child development, and related fields. Content includes a critical examination of the evolution of the laws and policies affecting linguistic minorities in the U.S. and how they inform the educational rights of emerging and developing bilingual learners. A minimum of 20hrs of fieldwork beyond classroom time is required. Students have the opportunity to identify age group preference for field placement.
Registration Approval Required. Contact Instructor or Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.
Only listed programs in section: EdStds:Equity, Div & Inclusion
Instructors:  Judy Sharkey

Times & Locations

Start Date End Date Days Time Location
1/23/2024 5/6/2024 TR 11:10am - 12:30pm MORR 103