SEI 300 Wk 3 Discussion – BICS & CALP

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SEI 300 Wk 3 Discussion – BICS & CALP

Post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days for full participation. This includes your initial post and 2 replies to classmates or your faculty member.

Imagine that a parent of 1 of your students approached you because her daughter has been placed in your EL classroom. The parent mentions that she is confused as to why her daughter is in an EL classroom if she can speak English. However, the student’s scores do not reflect that she is proficient.

Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:

  • How would you explain to the parent the difference between Basic Interpersonal Communication Skills (BICS) and Cognitive Academic Language Proficiency (CALP)?

  • What are some developmental language traits and sequences in English language acquisition? How would you explain that to the parent?

Review the College’s Conceptual Framework and answer the following question:

  • How does this topic link to the College’s Conceptual Framework and the framework’s philosophical relationship to effective teacher preparation?

Post 2 replies to classmates or your faculty member. Be constructive and professional.