Hands-on Training in Adult Education ESL Teaching
Whether you are a volunteer, an experienced instructor or new to English as a Second Language (ESL), our quick affordable1 training will provide you with the tools you need to teach more confidently and effectively.
Learn methods and techniques that really work, while enhancing your ESL presentation skills and knowledge. The ESL Teaching Academy training coursework can be a helpful resource to prepare for the ExCET/TExES2 exam, the classes are approved as Continuing Professional Education hours toward Standard Certificate renewal3. In addition, students can build a transcript with a record of earned CEUs, which are recognized across the United States. A Skills Award overall certificate is also available to those who complete six core courses, two electives and the practicum and observation.
Previous ESL teaching experience is not required. As minimum requirements for participating in the program, interested students must hold a high school diploma, GED or equivalent, and have advanced-level English language proficiency.
Skill Award Coursework: This is the third and final step in the three-part program for the ESL Teaching Academy. An ESL Instructor Skills Award certificate is conferred to teachers who complete the six core courses, the two electives and the practicum and observation. At this time, the form to request the Skills Award certificate must be filled out with the program advisor.
(1) Financial Aid Available (2) Teachers certified to teach in Texas can become certified to teach ESL by passing the test in this area (3) Classes are approved by the Texas State Board for Educator Certification
| Summer 2009 Fast-track |
Skills Award Coursework EDTC 1092 |
$460.00 |
Evening welcoming to the session is on Tuesday, June 9, from 4:30pm to 6:30pm Room TBA.
Course calendar format: these courses meet TWRF 6-9pm and Sat. 10-2pm.
ESL Teaching Methods: Focus on Reading
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| Course Number: |
EDTC 1092 section 41037 |
| Registration Number: |
577985 |
| Fee: |
$120 |
| Dates: |
June 9 to June 13 |
Course Description: The ESL Teaching Methods core courses are designed to enhance teacher effectiveness in the adult ESL classroom. During the courses, the instructors will present an overview of the principal methods, approaches and techniques as they relate to the different skill areas (i.e., listening and speaking, reading, and writing and grammar). Topics include lesson planning, materials development, use of technology, assessment, effective teaching presentation and classroom management. Instructors include: Bart Chaney, Andrea Chaney, and other qualified faculty.
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ESL Teaching Methods: Focus on Listening/Speaking
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| Course Number: |
EDTC 1092 section 41038 |
| Registration Number: |
577992 |
| Fee: |
$120 |
| Dates: |
June 16 - June 20 |
Course Description: The ESL Teaching Methods core courses are designed to enhance teacher effectiveness in the adult ESL classroom. During the courses, the instructors will present an overview of the principal methods, approaches and techniques as they relate to the different skill areas (i.e., listening and speaking, reading, and writing and grammar). Topics include lesson planning, materials development, use of technology, assessment, effective teaching presentation and classroom management. Instructors include: Bart Chaney, Andrea Chaney, and other qualified faculty. |
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ESL Teaching Methods: Focus on Writing & Grammar
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| Course Number: |
EDTC 1092 section 41039 |
| Registration Number: |
577994 |
| Fee: |
$120 |
| Date: |
June 23 - June 27 |
Course Description: The ESL Teaching Methods core courses are designed to enhance teacher effectiveness in the adult ESL classroom. During the courses, the instructors will present an overview of the principal methods, approaches and techniques as they relate to the different skill areas (i.e., listening and speaking, reading, and writing and grammar). Topics include lesson planning, materials development, use of technology, assessment, effective teaching presentation and classroom management. Instructors include: Bart Chaney, Andrea Chaney, and other qualified faculty. |
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Testing and Syllabi: Essential Nuts and Bolts in ESL (self-paced/core)
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| Fee: |
$50 |
Course Description: ESL teachers need to be able to determine reasonable objectives for their students, and evaluate student progress on a daily basis. This course first covers considerations involved in designing a basic ESL class syllabus, (the teacher’s tool to share important course-related details and expectations) and then focuses on appropriate assessment methods and strategies. Contact mcaratini@dcccd.edu for registration information.
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Observation and Teaching Practicum
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| Fee: |
$50 |
| Hours: |
20 hours (core) |
Course Description: This practicum is designed to be taken as the last step toward obtaining the ESL Instructor Skills Award. The observation portion enables students to view actual ESL classes at varied levels of ESL instruction in order to evaluate the pedagogy based on topics covered in ESL Teaching Academy coursework. After the observation period, the student will have the opportunity to put theory, methods and techniques to practice with the aid of an experienced teacher’ support. The observation and teaching portions consist of 8 to 10 hours each. Students will meet with an advisor and classroom instructors as the practicum progresses for direction, feedback and evaluation. Contact mcaratini@dcccd.edu for registration information.
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(Fall 2009 program information will be posted in early July 2009.)
For full course descriptions and more information please go online to the continuing education link at www.eastfieldcollege.edu or contact Maria Caratini-Prado at 972-860-7659 or email her at mcaratini@dcccd.edu. Practicum and Observation are available throughout the semester.
Related Links
Texas Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages - Region V
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