Linguistics and the Teaching of English Language Learners

R‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‌‌‌‌‍‍‍‌‌‌‌‍eflection on Learning In this assignment, you will create a 3- to 5-minute audiovisual presentation reflecting on the knowledge and skills you have attained so far and how you can apply the personal plan you have developed throughout the assignments to strengthen your foundation in linguistics.

Step 1 Reflect upon what you have learned about linguistics and the teaching of English language learners. Use the following guiding questions/prompts to stimulate your thinking and guide the development of your presentation. Do not include the questions in your presentation.R‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‌‌‌‌‍‍‍‌‌‌‌‍eflection on Learning In this assignment, you will create a 3- to 5-minute audiovisual presentation reflecting on the knowledge and skills you have attained so far and how you can apply the personal plan you have developed throughout the assignments to strengthen your foundation in linguistics.

Step 1 Reflect upon what you have learned about linguistics and the teaching of English language learners. Use the following guiding questions/prompts to stimulate your thinking and guide the development of your presentation. Do not include the questions in your presentation. What new information in this course surprised you or contradicted what you may have believed? How was knowledge from other courses or reading helpful in providing background that allowed you to understand concepts in this course? What personal experiences as a language learner or as an observer of others who werelearning a second language informed your points of view as you responded to course assignments? In addition to the new information that you gained, did you develop or change any attitudes and/or beliefs that are relevant to your role as a teacher of English language learners? Explain. What personal beliefs about language acquisition and learning that you already had were reinforced or validated by what you learned in this course? Do you regard immigrant students and their family members any differently because of what you have learned in this course? Explain. Do you regard your own linguistic, social, and cultural identity any differently as a result of learning about those of others? Explain. In the future, which of the activities that you did for this course would you engage in to meet the needs of new students from a linguistic/cultural background that is unfamiliar to you? What information have you collected during this course that has immediate usefulness for you as a teacher of English language learners, regardless of whether they are served in an ESL, bilingual, or mainstream classroom? How will the personal plan you have developed in this course help you increase your knowledge and skills in the field of linguistics? What knowledge and skills will you seek out? Digital Learning Connections icon Step 2 Select a digital tool to create your narrated presentation with supporting slides or other visuals. Create slides or other visuals to present the information you developed. A best practice is to compose a script or talking points to use while recording the narration. Practice your presentation and then record it. Step 3 Include a title slide, introduction and conclusion slides, and a reference slide. Step 4 Submit your audiovisual presentation using the appropriate assignment submission type (i.e., File Upload,Web URL, or Text Entry) for your product. If you submit a URL, ensure it provides access to your product without restriction. Please read the Assignment GuidelinesLinks to an external site. before you begin working. Rubric Master's Presentation Rubric v.3 Master's Presentation Rubric v.3 Criteria Ratings Pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConceptual Understanding/ Focus and Purpose 20 to >16.9 pts Mastery A. Clearly addressed all elements of the assignment.

B. Demonstrated a conceptual understanding of the real-world application.

 

 C. Clearly and concisely focused on the topic and purpose. D. Integrated complex, content-specific ideas, concepts, and examples. 16.9 to >13.9 pts Marginal

 A. Addressed most of the elements of the assignment.

B. Somewhat demonstrated a conceptual understanding of the real-world application.

C. Marginally focused on either the topic and/or purpose.

 D. Presented ideas, concepts, and/or examples, but presentation was difficult to follow in some places. 13.9 to >0.0 pts Needs Improvement

 A. Did not address the elements of the assignment.

B. Demonstrated little to no conceptual understanding of the real-world application.

C. Lacked focus on the topic and/or purpose.

D. Included minimal ideas, concepts, and/or examples, and presentation was difficult to follow. 0 pts No submission 20 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalysis, Evaluation and Use of Evidence to Support Presentation 30 to >25.4 pts Mastery

A. Clearly addressed the issue/problem.

 B. Demonstrated scholarly ‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‌‌‌‌‍‍‍‌‌‌‌‍analysis and evaluation.

 C. Demonstrated a connection to theory and/or research.

 D. Demonstrated critical thinking surrounding the issue/problem with depth and breadth.

 E.Correctly used a variety of scholarly references as evidence.

F. Cited literature and research beyond sources provided in the course. 25.4 to >20.9 pts Marginal

 A. Addressed most of the issue/problem.

 

B. Demonstrated scholarly analysis and evaluation.

 C. Demonstrated a marginal connection to theory and/or research.

 D. Demonstrated a superficial understanding of the issue/problem.

 E. Demonstrated a marginal use of scholarly references.

 F. Demonstrated a marginal use of literature and research provided in the course. 20.9 to >0.0 pts Needs Improvement

A. Addressed some aspects of the issue/problem.

B. Demonstrated little to no scholarly analysis and evaluation.

 C. Demonstrated little to no connection to theory and/or research.

 D. Demonstrated limited evidence of understanding the problem/issue.

 E. Displayed little to no use of references.

F. Demonstrated little to no use of literature and research provided in the course. 0 pts No submission 30 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization and Cohesion 30 to >25.4 pts Mastery

A. Established a well-defined sequence to address purpose. Introduction, body, and

B. Conclusion were engaging and easy to follow. 25.4 to >20.9 pts Marginal

A. Established a sequence to address the purpose with some limitations

. B. Introduction, body, and conclusion were marginally clear and easy to follow. 20.9 to >0.0 pts Needs Improvement

A. Lacked organization and sequence to address the purpose.

B. Introduction, body and conclusion were unclear and difficult to follow. 0 pts No submission 30 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeProfessional Delivery of Presentation/Product 10 to >8.4 pts Mastery

A. Proficiently used technology to support the presentation.

B. Applied all required elements of the assignment in the deliverable. C. Exhibited professional skills for product/presentation. IF Oral Presentation:

 A. Presenter was expertly prepared.

 B. Voice was clear and at an appropriate volume.

C. Correctly used and pronounced terminology.

D. Avoided distracting filler words such as “um”. IF Video/Live Presentation:

A. Displayed professional dress.

B. Maintained eye contact.

C. No visible distractions noted. 8.4 to >6.9 pts Marginal

 A. Demonstrated some ability to use technology to support the presentation.

 B. Applied some elements of the assignment in the deliverable.

 C. Exhibited marginal skills for product/presentation. IF Oral Presentation:

A. Presenter was minimally prepared.

B. Voice was low and difficult to hear

. C. Incorrectly used and/or pronounced some terms.

 D. Occasionally used distracting filler words such as “um”. IF Video/Live Presentation:

A. Displayed unprofessional dress.

B. Maintained some eye contact.

C. Some visible distractions noted. 6.9 to >0.0 pts Needs Improvement

A. Demonstrated limited ability to use technology to support the presentation.

B. Applied limited elements of the assignment in the deliverable.

C. Exhibited limited skills for product/presentation. IF Oral Presentation: A. Presenter was unprepared.

B. Voice was unclear and/or difficult to hear.

 C. Incorrectly used and/or pronounced terms.

D. Repeatedly used distracting filler words such as “um”. IF Video/Live Presentation:

A. Displayed unprofessional dress.

B. Used little to no eye contact.

C. Visible distractions noted throughout. 0 pts No submission 10 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeScholarly Writing/APA Format 10 to >8.4 pts Mastery

A. Exceeded or met scholarly writing and/or presentation skills.

B. Demonstrated correct grammar, usage, mechanics, and spelling.

C. Demonstrated near perfect APA formatting. 8.4 to >6.9 pts Marginal

 A. Met or marginally met a basic level of writing and/or presentation skills.

 B. Demonstrated inconsistent use of grammar, usage, mechanics, and spelling. C. Demonstrated marginally correct APA formatting. 6.9 to >0.0 pts Needs Improvement

 A. Basic writing and/or presentation skills were present.

 B. Demonstrated difficulty with grammar, usage, mechanics, and spelling.

C. Demonstrated limited correct APA formatting. 0 pts No submission 10 pts Tota‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‌‌‌‌‍‍‍‌‌‌‌‍l Points: 100

  How was knowledge from other courses or reading helpful in providing background that allowed you to understand concepts in this course? What personal experiences as a language learner or as an observer of others who werelearning a second language informed your points of view as you responded to course assignments? In addition to the new information that you gained, did you develop or change any attitudes and/or beliefs that are relevant to your role as a teacher of English language learners? Explain. What personal beliefs about language acquisition and learning that you already had were reinforced or validated by what you learned in this course? Do you regard immigrant students and their family members any differently because of what you have learned in this course? Explain. Do you regard your own linguistic, social, and cultural identity any differently as a result of learning about those of others? Explain. In the future, which of the activities that you did for this course would you engage in to meet the needs of new students from a linguistic/cultural background that is unfamiliar to you? What information have you collected during this course that has immediate usefulness for you as a teacher of English language learners, regardless of whether they are served in an ESL, bilingual, or mainstream classroom? How will the personal plan you have developed in this course help you increase your knowledge and skills in the field of linguistics? What knowledge and skills will you seek out? Digital Learning Connections icon

Step 2 Select a digital tool to create your narrated presentation with supporting slides or other visuals. Create slides or other visuals to present the information you developed. A best practice is to compose a script or talking points to use while recording the narration. Practice your presentation and then record it.

Step 3 Include a title slide, introduction and conclusion slides, and a reference slide.

Step 4 Submit your audiovisual presentation using the appropriate assignment submission type (i.e., File Upload,Web URL, or Text Entry) for your product. If you submit a URL, ensure it provides access to your product without restriction. Please read the Assignment GuidelinesLinks to an external site. before you begin working. Rubric Master's Presentation Rubric v.3 Master's Presentation Rubric v.3 Criteria Ratings Pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConceptual Understanding/ Focus and Purpose 20 to >16.9 pts Mastery

A. Clearly addressed all elements of the assignment.

B. Demonstrated a conceptual understanding of the real-world application.

C. Clearly and concisely focused on the topic and purpose. D. Integrated complex, content-specific ideas, concepts, and examples. 16.9 to >13.9 pts Marginal

 A. Addressed most of the elements of the assignment.

B. Somewhat demonstrated a conceptual understanding of the real-world application.

C. Marginally focused on either the topic and/or purpose.

 D. Presented ideas, concepts, and/or examples, but presentation was difficult to follow in some places. 13.9 to >0.0 pts Needs Improvement

 A. Did not address the elements of the assignment.

B. Demonstrated little to no conceptual understanding of the real-world application.

C. Lacked focus on the topic and/or purpose.

D. Included minimal ideas, concepts, and/or examples, and presentation was difficult to follow. 0 pts No submission 20 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalysis, Evaluation and Use of Evidence to Support Presentation 30 to >25.4 pts Mastery

A. Clearly addressed the issue/problem.

 B. Demonstrated scholarly ‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‌‌‌‌‍‍‍‌‌‌‌‍analysis and evaluation.

 C. Demonstrated a connection to theory and/or research.

 D. Demonstrated critical thinking surrounding the issue/problem with depth and breadth.

 E.Correctly used a variety of scholarly references as evidence.

F. Cited literature and research beyond sources provided in the course. 25.4 to >20.9 pts Marginal

 A. Addressed most of the issue/problem.

 B. Demonstrated scholarly analysis and evaluation.

 C. Demonstrated a marginal connection to theory and/or research.

 D. Demonstrated a superficial understanding of the issue/problem.

 E. Demonstrated a marginal use of scholarly references.

 F. Demonstrated a marginal use of literature and research provided in the course. 20.9 to >0.0 pts Needs Improvement

A. Addressed some aspects of the issue/problem.

B. Demonstrated little to no scholarly analysis and evaluation.

 C. Demonstrated little to no connection to theory and/or research.

 D. Demonstrated limited evidence of understanding the problem/issue.

 E. Displayed little to no use of references.

F. Demonstrated little to no use of literature and research provided in the course. 0 pts No submission 30 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization and Cohesion 30 to >25.4 pts Mastery

A. Established a well-defined sequence to address purpose. Introduction, body, and

B. Conclusion were engaging and easy to follow. 25.4 to >20.9 pts Marginal

A. Established a sequence to address the purpose with some limitations

. B. Introduction, body, and conclusion were marginally clear and easy to follow. 20.9 to >0.0 pts Needs Improvement

A. Lacked organization and sequence to address the purpose.

B. Introduction, body and conclusion were unclear and difficult to follow. 0 pts No submission 30 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeProfessional Delivery of Presentation/Product 10 to >8.4 pts Mastery

A. Proficiently used technology to support the presentation.

B. Applied all required elements of the assignment in the deliverable. C. Exhibited professional skills for product/presentation. IF Oral Presentation:

 A. Presenter was expertly prepared.

 B. Voice was clear and at an appropriate volume.

C. Correctly used and pronounced terminology.

D. Avoided distracting filler words such as “um”. IF Video/Live Presentation:

A. Displayed professional dress.

B. Maintained eye contact.

C. No visible distractions noted. 8.4 to >6.9 pts Marginal

 A. Demonstrated some ability to use technology to support the presentation.

 B. Applied some elements of the assignment in the deliverable.

 C. Exhibited marginal skills for product/presentation. IF Oral Presentation:

A. Presenter was minimally prepared.

B. Voice was low and difficult to hear

. C. Incorrectly used and/or pronounced some terms.

 D. Occasionally used distracting filler words such as “um”. IF Video/Live Presentation:

A. Displayed unprofessional dress.

B. Maintained some eye contact.

C. Some visible distractions noted. 6.9 to >0.0 pts Needs Improvement

A. Demonstrated limited ability to use technology to support the presentation.

B. Applied limited elements of the assignment in the deliverable.

C. Exhibited limited skills for product/presentation. IF Oral Presentation: A. Presenter was unprepared.

B. Voice was unclear and/or difficult to hear.

 C. Incorrectly used and/or pronounced terms.

D. Repeatedly used distracting filler words such as “um”. IF Video/Live Presentation:

A. Displayed unprofessional dress.

B. Used little to no eye contact.

C. Visible distractions noted throughout. 0 pts No submission 10 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeScholarly Writing/APA Format 10 to >8.4 pts Mastery

A. Exceeded or met scholarly writing and/or presentation skills.

B. Demonstrated correct grammar, usage, mechanics, and spelling.

C. Demonstrated near perfect APA formatting. 8.4 to >6.9 pts Marginal

 A. Met or marginally met a basic level of writing and/or presentation skills.

 B. Demonstrated inconsistent use of grammar, usage, mechanics, and spelling. C. Demonstrated marginally correct APA formatting. 6.9 to >0.0 pts Needs Improvement

 A. Basic writing and/or presentation skills were present.

 B. Demonstrated difficulty with grammar, usage, mechanics, and spelling.

C. Demonstrated limited correct APA formatting. 0 pts No submission 10 pts Tota‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‌‌‌‌‍‍‍‌‌‌‌‍l Points: 100

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