Introduction to Bilingualism
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Overview
Subject area
ELN
Catalog Number
101
Course Title
Introduction to Bilingualism
Department(s)
Description
The course provides a general introduction to bilingualism. It covers the rationale, principles and applications of a bilingual philosophy of learning. It considers cognitive,psycholinguistic, social and political aspects of bilingualism. It examines language acquisition theories and issues of language maintenance. It also introduces models of bilingual education and bilingual instruction, including past and present legislation.Experiential learning constitutes a major part of the course.CUNY Pathways: Flexible Core-U.S. Experience in it's Diversity
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate LaGuardia CC
Liberal Arts
Yes
Requirement Designation
FUS - Flexible Core - US Experience in its Diversity
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3
Requisites
011748