Introduction to Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Education for Practicing Teachers
ECLD (Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Education) 513
An Online Professional Renewal Course
This graduate-level course is approved by CDE to address the Colorado licensure renewal rules related to English Learner Educator Standards.
This course provides an introduction to the education of culturally and linguistically diverse (CLD) learners in mainstream classrooms. You will…
- Gain a basic understanding of theories, concepts, and research related to CLD populations, second language acquisition, literacy development for CLD students, and CLD teaching strategies.
- Emphasize classroom application of theory and research to support emerging bilingual students’ language and literacy development, as well as academic content learning across the curriculum for school success.
- Engage in critical reflection on classroom practices related to linguistic and cultural diversity, and be able to apply what you have learned to your own teaching contexts.
Instructor: Deborah Romero
deborah.romero@unco.edu
Count This Course Toward a UNC Graduate Program
This course can be counted toward many UNC graduate programs if you choose to pursue one.
- Education MAT – CLD and Curriculum Studies Concentrations
- CLD (Culturally and Linguistically Diverse) Education Core Graduate Certificate
- Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education Endorsement (K-12)
- Educational Technology MA
- Educational Technology – Innovative Pedagogy Graduate Certificate
- Multilingual Education MA – TESOL Concentration
- Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Graduate Certificate
Once you are admitted, speak to your advisor to ensure that this course is applied to your program requirements.
This information is for individuals who would like to enroll directly in this online course. If you are interested in having UNC deliver a section of this course for a group of educators at your school, district or educational organization, please visit the ECLD 513 direct delivery page.
Course Details
Credits: 3
Level of Study: Graduate
Location: Online
Tuition: $350/course
Spring Course Dates
Jan. 12 to May 8, 2026
Registration opens: Nov. 10
Add/Register by: Jan. 16
Drop by: Jan. 26
Withdraw by: May 1
Eligibility
For Practicing Teachers
This course is intended for practicing K-12 classroom teachers of any grade level and subject area.
Graduate Students
UNC Degree-Seeking Students
Current UNC graduate students can register for this course.
Non-Degree-Seeking Students
Non-degree-seeking graduate status refers to a student who has earned at least a bachelor’s degree and who either:
Has applied to UNC Graduate School and not yet been admitted or;
Wishes to take this graduate class but not pursue a degree.
Please note, as a non-degree seeking student, you are not eligible for federal financial aid.
Note: UNC student immunization policies will apply to your enrollment. See the current UNC vaccination policy and directions. If you enroll for a fully online course, please contact debra.miller@unco.edu after your enrollment to request that the immunization requirement be removed.
Eligibility by State
UNC can offer distance learning in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and the major U.S. territories. We check for changes in state rules as needed. Some states may have extra rules for internships, clinical placements, and student teaching. Visit the State Authorization page to learn more.
Register
Spring ECLD 513 CRN: 24500
- You will use the CRN (Course Registration Number) listed above when you register in Ursa.
- Step 1 of this process can take up to 1-3 days turnaround time, so we recommend you start the process in advance of the “add/register by” deadline posted on this page.
Once You Register
The Professional Development Registration and Support page has:
- Important login and resource links
- Billing and payment information
- Information for drop and withdrawal
Have more questions? Contact extended.campus@unco.edu