Teaching English as a Second Language/Abroad

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Program Description

This program is designed for students wanting to complete a one-year (two semester) Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language Abroad and enter the workforce. Students explore classroom procedures and techniques in teaching and learning the English language successfully. The Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) program provides high quality instruction through innovative teaching practices and experiential learning. It prepares teacher leaders to be knowledgeable, creative thinkers, and reflective decision makers. This certificate program prepares students for careers to teach English to children and adults in countries around the world.

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First Semester

Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.

TEL 103Career Strat-TESL Workplace

1

TEL 100Teaching ESL English Study

3

TEL 102Proc/Techs for ESL Classroom

3

TEL 225Second Language Acquisition

3

Total Credit Hours:10

Semester Note: TEL 225 may be taken in either Semester 1 or Semester 2.

Second Semester

Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.

EDU 134Teaching ESL to Adults

3

TEL 289Capstone

3

Total Credit Hours:6

Semester Note: TEL 225 may be taken in either Semester 1 or Semester 2.

Total Credit Hours: 16