Engaging in the Foreign/Second Language Classroom - ELTS-X705
Course Description
Apply Your TESOL Learning to the Classroom
This course provides opportunities for the professional development of TESOL candidates through teaching practice. The focus of the course is to link theoretical knowledge and understanding of issues and research in the field of English as a Second Language (ESL)/English as a Foreign Language (EFL) to practice through reflections, written in-class assignments, and classroom experience.
Learner Outcomes
- Evaluate current research in the field of ESL/EFL
- Apply theories in the field of ESL/EFL to practical application of TESOL
- Create a pedagogy toward TESOL that incorporates best practices and relevant research
Course Details
Number of Units: 2.0 units of graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours
Who Should Attend: This course provides continuing education for recent college graduates, career changers, and educators who wish to develop their competencies in field of TESOL.
Course Materials: No textbook requirement
Prerequisites
The successful completion of the four TESOL courses, ELTS-X701 through ELTS-X704, is highly recommended before taking this course.
Applies Towards the Following Certificate(s), Professional Programs and Series
- TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) Certificate : Courses - Enroll in Individual Courses, or Earn a Certificate with Required Courses (10 Units)
Online Self-Paced courses are a perfect blend of accessibility, convenience and flexibility for you to control your learning pace. You will use course textbooks, manuals, assignments and exams to learn and earn credit. Depending on the course, you may also use streaming audio and video, CD-ROM, and download embedded materials through the Internet. Communication with your instructor will take place through your course site online. Your instructor will provide feedback via written responses on your assignments and exams. Grades are based on completed projects, assignments and exams. You can register at any time and you will have six months from the time of registration to complete your course.