The Role of Culture in Teaching English Learners
Master culturally responsive teaching methods and intercultural communication for English language learners.
Master culturally responsive teaching methods and intercultural communication for English language learners.
This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full Introduction to Teaching English Learners Specialization program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.
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What you'll learn
Implement culturally responsive teaching strategies
Assess intercultural communicative competence
Create culturally inclusive learning environments
Navigate cultural differences in education
Develop cultural awareness and sensitivity
Integrate culture across curriculum subjects
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
4.3 Hours PreRecorded video
12 quizzes
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There are 4 modules in this course
This comprehensive course explores the fundamental connection between culture and language in teaching English learners. Teachers learn to understand and affirm students' cultural identities, implement culturally responsive teaching methods, and develop intercultural communicative competence. The curriculum covers topics including cultural identity, implicit bias, culture shock, speech communities, and assessment of cultural knowledge. Through expert interviews, case studies, and practical assignments, participants develop skills to create inclusive learning environments and integrate cultural elements across various subjects.
What Is Culture?
Module 1 · 5 Hours to complete
Getting Comfortable with Culture in the Classroom
Module 2 · 6 Hours to complete
Culture and Communication
Module 3 · 5 Hours to complete
Incorporating Culture in the Classroom
Module 4 · 5 Hours to complete
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Instructors
Instructor & Content Developer
Alice Llanos has a Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics from the University of South Florida. She has 20 years of experience working with students of all ages and backgrounds.
Director of Innovative Academic Programs, Language Programs
Dr. Rachel Kraut is the Director of Innovative Academic Programs, Language Programs, and an adjunct professor at the Glasscock School of Continuing Studies at Rice University.
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