1. Name the 5 major areas within the study of linguistics. What does each area investigate?

2. Pick one NYSED ELL level (presented in the powerpoint) and describe the linguistic skills (not academic skills) you believe students should demonstrate at that level. Describe their skills in terms of phonology, syntax, etc.

3. Choose 2 facts you learned this semester and describe how the knowledge gained has positively impacted your teaching.

4. How has your increased understanding of linguistics changed the way you see your students' language acquisition and their use of language in school?