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1. Course Agenda​

• Pre-Quiz (1/4)

2. Introduction to Spanish in the Classroom
3. The Benefits of Dual Language Learning
4. Keeps your Brain Sharp
5. Discussion: Second Language (2/4)
6. Myths of Learning a Second Language
7. Appropriate Curriculum
8. Myths of Learning a Second Language (3/4)
9. Strategies for Implementing Spanish
10. Spanish in the Early Childhood Classroom
11. End of Course Quiz (4/4)
12. Course Evaluation Form​

Course Description

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The ability of being able to speak more than one language has lifelong benefits for children. Skills such as increased cognitive development, improved cultural awareness, and making students more marketable in the workplace are discussed. This topic debunks some of the common myths surrounding language acquisition and addresses strategies for implementing Spanish in the Early Childhood Classroom.  

Course Difficulty: Level 2 - This course has entry level vocabulary that most students should be able to easily become familiar with. Assignments include peer discussion boards, open-ended and multiple choice questions. ​​​​

Learning Outcomes

• Describe 3 benefits of studying a second language
• Name one common myth about language learning and explain why it is not true
• Describe how using music and movement can assist children in learning Spanish 

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Course Acknowledgments

A special thank you to Erika Booth, BA Ed for developing the curriculum for this course. 

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CDA Criteria for this Course

CDA Settings:

• Infant/Toddler
• Preschool
• Family Child Care (Mixed-Age)

CDA Content Area: Building Productive Relationships with Families ​(1 hour)

Technical Requirements:

• Laptop or PC
• Most students are able to use mobile devices such as tablets to complete courses. However, each device is different, and an individual's skill level with the device may determine their success with using a mobile device.
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Sources

1. Can Preschool Children Be Taught a Second Language?, retrieved from: http://www.earlychildhoodnews.com/earlychildhood/article_view.aspx?ArticleID=60
2. Learning a second language is good childhood mind medicine, studies find, retrieved from: http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/2009/05/learning-second-language-good-childhoodmind-medicine
3. What does research show about the benefits of language learning?, The American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) retrieved from: https://www.actfl.org/advocacy/what-the-research-shows  
4. Why learn a foreign language? Benefits of bilingualism, By Anne Merritt, retrieved from: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/education/educationopinion/10126883/Why-learn-a-foreign-language-Benefits-of-bilingualism.html  
5. Dual-Language Learners in the Preschool Classroom, BY KAREN N. NEMETH, LEAD CONSULTANT, LANGUAGE CASTLE LLC, Highscope Extensions. ​retrieved from: http://www.highscope.org/file/NewsandInformation/Extensions/Ext_Vol30No1_weblink.pdf

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1. Course Agenda​

• Pre-Quiz (1/4)

2. Introduction to Spanish in the Classroom
3. The Benefits of Dual Language Learning
4. Keeps your Brain Sharp
5. Discussion: Second Language (2/4)
​6. Myths of Learning a Second Language

7. Appropriate Curriculum
8. Myths of Learning a Second Language (3/4)
9. Strategies for Implementing Spanish
10. Spanish in the Early Childhood Classroom
11. End of Course Quiz (4/4)
12. Course Evaluation Form​
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