Foundations in CLD Education

This online course is designed to provide educators with a comprehensive look at research, policy, and evidence-grounded effective practices in U.S. schools for students who are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Teachers will learn: historical, social, multicultural, legal, political background of education of CLD students in the U.S. including emphasis on connection between culture and learning, cross-cultural communication, and family/community involvement. This course will guide educators to provide appropriate, meaningful, and effective schooling for these students. Required text: Ovando, Carlos J. & Combs, Mary C. Bilingual and ESL Classrooms: Teaching in Multicultural Contexts. Sixth Edition. Rowman & Littlefield. 2018. You can click the image above to purchase the book directly through Amazon.  Instructor: Staci Araiza This course is 3 graduate credits.