Teaching and Assessing Young Learners

This credential certifies that the bearer has accomplished the following: 1. Gain insights into the social and cognitive development of young learners 2. Understand early first and second language acquisition and the learning process 3. Understand the theoretical base for effective instruction in young learner classes 4. Select appropriate instructional strategies and techniques for teaching language skills 5. Address diverse young learner needs and learning styles 6. Knowledgeable of assessment approaches and tools to accurately evaluate learning 7. Prepared to plan and implement a lesson in a classroom