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TESL 203 - Cultural Issues in Teaching English as a Second/Foreign Language

(3 credits)
This course focuses on the relationship between language learning, culture and identity. Students will analyze cross-cultural interactions and social factors of language use and will practice applying intercultural competence principles to work effectively with English language learners. Students will reflect on cultural diversity and power dynamics; and explore strategies for promoting cultural awareness in the foreign and second language classrooms. Offered fall, spring and summer. (CMCL)