Second Language and Immersion Methodologies for STARTALK ARABIC/CHINESE/PORTUGUESE TEACHERS Grades K- 16
Dates: June 16 - 29, 2013
Location: Bemidji State University, Bemidji, Minnesota

Description:
The Standards for Foreign Language Learning in the 21st Century and principles of second language and immersion pedagogy serve as the framework for this four-credit graduate level course. This is a residential program designed for K-16 teachers of Arabic, Chinese, or Portuguese. Active participation in Concordia Language Villages programs will be accompanied by class discussions about the methods observed and current research on second language acquisition. Observation, participation in, and analysis of a variety of methodologies in action will help participants define their personal instructional philosophy.

Program costs:
$1880 Tuition for the four-credit graduate course ($445/graduate credit)
$975 Housing and all meals during the STARTALK program
Full scholarships in the amount of $2855 are available to participants through the STARTALK program. In addition, each participant will receive up to $400 to defray the costs of travel to Bemidji, Minnesota.
STARTALK scholarships are available to applicants who are selected to participate in the program. Selection is based on response to the question about motivation for applying to the STARTALK program, and current/future teaching situation.

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