English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Endorsement
Pacific University's College of Education ESOL or ESOL/Bilingual Endorsement program prepares you to meet the Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission requirements for an add-on endorsement to your teaching license.
- Students will base their practice on an understanding of theory and research related to second language acquisition.
- Students will function from a knowledge of cultural diversity and the impact of diversity on learning, including historical backgrounds and current legislation.
- Students will be able to use a variety of effective teaching methods, including helping English language learners make the transition from sheltered-English or native-language instruction to mainstream classrooms.
After completing course work, students must complete a 2 credit practicum in an elementary, middle or high school and achieve a passing score on the Praxis Teaching English as a Second Language Test. For the Bilingual Endorsement, students must pass the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages Oral Proficiency Interview with a rating of Intermediate High or higher.
Curriculum
| Section | ESOL Endorsement Requirements | Credit Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC-305/EDUC-505 | Learning Communities II: Diversity |
2 |
| EDUC-479/EDUC-579 | Language Acquisition |
3 |
| EDUC-478/EDUC-578 | Foundations of Teaching ESOL |
2 |
| EDUC-492/EDUC-592 | Methods and Materials of Teaching ESOL: ECE/Elem or.. |
3 |
| EDUC-494/EDUC-594 | Methods and Materials of Teaching ESOL: MS/HS |
3 |
For More Information
Contact Person: Karren Timmermans, ESOL Program Coordinator
Email: guth8416@pacificu.edu
Phone: 541-485-6812