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ESOL 672

ESOL 672: ESOL Methods and Materials

Prerequisites: Admission to Graduate College or permission of the instructor; EDRD 570 

Credit Hours: (3)

This course prepares candidates to design, implement, and evaluate instruction for multilingual learners (MLs) through evidence-based, linguistically responsive approaches. Candidates learn to write and align content and language objectives, differentiate instruction based on proficiency levels, integrate the four language domains, and apply scaffolding, grouping structures, delivery models, and assessment practices that promote academic language development. Emphasis is placed on designing meaningful, culturally and linguistically accessible instruction using WIDA tools, responsive feedback, and collaborative planning models. 

Note(s): This would be a fully asynchronous course.

 

Detailed Description of the Content of the Course

Topics include: 

  • Understanding dialect variation and its instructional implications 
  • Designing measurable literacy, content and language objectives 
  • Selecting and applying instructional delivery models (TPR, push-in, pull-out, inclusion) 
  • Aligning instruction with WIDA standards, Can-Do Descriptors, and proficiency levels 
  • Scaffolding strategies (linguistic, cognitive, strategic, affective) 
  • Integrating the four language domains into content-area instruction 
  • Supporting receptive (listening/reading) and productive (speaking/writing) skills 
  • Creating culturally and linguistically responsive materials 
  • Designing assessments aligned to language and content objectives 
  • Differentiating for MLs with disabilities, gifted MLs, and SIFE students 
  • Organizing group structures and interaction opportunities for meaningful language use 
  • Using technology to support language development 
  • Providing constructive feedback that supports language acquisition 
  • Building print-rich and language-rich classroom environments 
  • Collaborating with general educators, SPED, and other school personnel 

 

Detailed Description of Conduct of Course

Course will include, but are not limited to: 

  • Interactive modules with applied design tasks 
  • Analysis of lesson plans and instructional videos 
  • Practice writing content and language objectives 
  • Discussion boards and peer feedback on instructional designs 
  • Case studies featuring MLs at varying proficiency levels 
  • Collaborative lesson planning sessions 
  • Hands-on application of WIDA tools (Can-Do descriptors, Performance Definitions) 
  • Design workshops for assessments and materials 
  • Online modules, multimedia content, and collaborative tasks 

 

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, students will be able to:

  1. Write measurable content and language objectives aligned to standards and ML proficiency levels.
  2. Select and apply appropriate instructional delivery models (TPR, push-in, pull-out, inclusion).
  3. Integrate the four language domains (speaking, listening, reading, writing) into instruction.
  4. Design differentiated lessons using WIDA standards and proficiency data.
  5. Apply a variety of scaffolding techniques to support comprehension and production.
  6. Design assessments aligned to learning objectives and ML needs.
  7. Differentiate instruction for MLs receiving special education or gifted services.
  8. Modify texts and materials to ensure linguistic and cultural relevance.
  9. Organize instruction that provides meaningful opportunities for language use.
  10. Provide constructive and linguistically appropriate feedback.
  11. Use culturally responsive, age-appropriate, and linguistically accessible materials.
  12. Apply instructional strategies specific to SIFE students.
  13. Collaborate with colleagues to design instruction across proficiency levels.

 

Assessment Measures

Assessment may include, but not limited to: 

  • Language and Content Objective Writing Portfolio 
  • Differentiated Lesson Plan Using WIDA Standards 
  • Modified Text or Materials Set (linguistically and culturally responsive) 
  • Design of an Assessment Aligned to Objectives 
  • Scaffolding and Strategy Demonstration 
  • Case Study Analysis of a Multilingual Learner (including differentiation, objectives, feedback) 
  • Participation in Discussions, Peer Review, and Collaborative Tasks 

Assessments emphasize applied knowledge relevant to ESOL practice and Praxis competencies. 

 

Other Course Information

This course fulfills one of the instructional-methods requirements in the proposed ESOL Certification Pathway and aligns with the WIDA ELD Standards Framework, VDOE requirements, and Praxis ESOL 5362 competencies. 

This course is a required course in the M.S. in Literacy program. 

 

Review and Approval

May 5, 2026

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