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.
Learn more about this program.
First Semester
| TEL 103 | Career Strat-TESL Workplace | 1 |
| TEL 100 | Teaching ESL English Study | 3 |
| TEL 102 | Proc/Techs for ESL Classroom | 3 |
| TEL 225 | Second Language Acquisition | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 10 |
Second Semester
Total Credit Hours: 16
Important Program Notes:
TEL 225 may be taken in either Semester 1 or Semester 2.