School Of Teaching Esl:
Since 1985 School of Teaching ESL (S-TESL), located in Seattle, has worked in cooperation with Seattle University College of Education to offer TESOL Certificates and a state-approved ESL Endorsement. The certificates are issued by Seattle University, Washington State.
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Students who study in the online format typically complete the twelve-credit certificate in two to four quarters:
TESOL THEORY AND APPLICATION (3 credits)
This course addresses the general principles of language acquisition and guidelines for teaching English as a second or foreign language. The specific classroom application of principles and guidelines will be emphasized through lesson and unit plan development. This course is included in the Four Week Intensive, is a required component of the 12-credit Certificate, and is a prerequisite for several other classes.
TEACHING GRAMMAR TO ESOL STUDENTS (3 credits)
Course is designed to provide the instructor of ESOL with tools to facilitate grammar acquisition. Participants will learn grammar rules and develop strategies for instructing ESOL students in grammar.
MATERIALS SELECTION AND DEVELOPMENT IN TESOL (3 credits)
Participants will survey existing ESOL materials to become familiar with resources for teaching. In addition, participants will explore guidelines regarding teacher-created and student-created materials. Creation of instructional materials is required during the class.
DEVELOPING ESOL LITERACY (3 credits)
Course examines the challenges of providing ESOL instruction for students who are in widely varying stages of the literacy continuum, from pre-literacy to academic success. Instructional strategies for increasing literacy levels of ESOL students will be addressed as will the development of instructional materials which are appropriate for the literacy level of the intended ESOL student.
CULTURAL VARIABLES IN TESOL (3 credits)
Course explores cultural diversity through readings on different cultural groups present in ESOL classrooms, and classroom visits by representatives of those same groups. Particular emphasis is placed on the influence of culture on language acquisition.
TEACHING CONTENT TO ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS (3 credits)
Course is particularly designed for the teacher of mainstreamed ESOL students as well as other ESOL teachers. It emphasizes the merging of content instruction and language development and provides the ESOL teacher with text-analysis skills and includes analysis of strategies which provide supplemental assistance to the special needs student.
LINGUISTICS FOR ESOL TEACHERS (3 credits)
This course is a survey of general linguistics with attention to use by the ESOL classroom teacher. It provides a review of current research regarding linguistics, and provides an opportunity for course participants to develop skill in linguistic analysis.
TESTING AND EVALUATING ESOL STUDENTS (3 credits)
This course reviews testing principles and provides an opportunity for ESOL instructors to design tests for all language skills and components. Standardized as well as instructor-developed instruments will be included.
STUDENT-CENTERED LEARNING IN TESOL (3 credits)
Course focuses on the importance of student-centered learning and ways to implement student-centered strategies in the ESOL classroom. An emphasis is placed on use of cooperative learning in the ESOL classroom.
SELF-ANALYSIS AND IMPROVEMENT IN TESOL (3 credits)
An individualized course involving completion of a 40-hour field experience in teaching ESOL. Participants conduct self-analysis of teaching beliefs and skills and develop growth plans.
CURRICULUM AND PROGRAM DESIGN IN TESOL (3 credits)
Participants will be exposed to issues in language curriculum development, including needs analysis, planning goals and learner outcomes, and syllabus design. Participants will create a proposal for a curriculum development project in their own institution.
COMPUTER-ENHANCED LANGUAGE TEACHING IN ESOL (3 credits)
This course explores the research supporting the use of computers in English language teaching, computer-based activities which enhance the acquisition of language, and issues related to the limitations and power of computers in education.
PROFESSIONAL LEADERSHIP IN TESOL (1 credit)
Participants will research and discuss the history and legal issues concerning the education of ESOL learners in the United States and in Washington State. Required for the Washington State Endorsement in ESL. Offered by special permission only.
TEACHING ENGLISH TO YOUNG LEARNERS (3 credits)
This course addresses the special language learning needs of children ages 5-11 in both second language and foreign language settings. The course will examine child development issues and second language acquisition as they relate to young learners. Instructional strategies (including the use of music and song, storytelling, movement, and drama) for increasing motivation and engagement will be practiced.
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