The purpose of this assignment is to analyze and articulate the importance of using culturally relevant texts in multiple languages in the P-12 bilingual classroom.

CULTURALLY RELEVANT TEXT CHART

The purpose of this assignment is to analyze and articulate the importance of using culturally relevant texts in multiple languages in the P-12 bilingual classroom. Through this analysis, the student will describe select content from texts, as well as strategies to incorporate the text into a standards-based literacy lesson.

Complete the “Culturally Relevant Texts Chart” for five texts of your choice, which includes:

Title of text

Author

Language Used

Appropriate Grade Level

Summary

Strategy

Language Proficiency Standard

The chart will identify one specific instructional strategy you would use to teach each of the selected texts in a P-12 bilingual classroom. Each strategy should align with a language proficiency standard from your state.

In a 750-1,000 word essay, explain how you would incorporate each of these resources into your teaching.

Include 3-5 sources from your research that support your reasoning.

One reference could include an interview of your mentor teacher regarding bilingual education at a school you are involved with for your practicum/field experience. You may also talk to your mentor about your chart to elicit any feedback or suggestions.

While APA format is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

This assignment uses a rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. Refer to the LopesWrite Technical Support articles for assistance.

Document the hours and locations that you spend interacting with your mentor teacher on your Clinical Field Experience Verification Form.

Submit the Clinical Field Experience Verification Form with the last assignment by the assignment due date. Directions for submitting can be found on the College of Education site in the Student Success Center.