Teaching English as a Second Language
In light of the educational challenges presented in Iowa schools by the growing number of non-native speakers of English, this program is designed to prepare practicing professionals to teach English as a second language in both public and private K-12 educational settings. The primary goal of the endorsement is to provide teachers with knowledge of second language acquisition, assessment procedures, skills and techniques to more effectively address the academic and social challenges presented by an increasingly diverse population of students. The graduate certification in teaching English as a second language (K-12) is an online program intended to enhance the skills of educators who hold a degree and teaching license.
All endorsements are designed for Iowa Board Of Educational Examiners approval. Please check with your state for acknowledgement or acceptance of endorsements.
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Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) Endorsement Courses
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GECI
503
Differentiating Instruction for Diverse Learners
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GECI
541
Introduction to Second Language Acquisition
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GECI
542
Applied Linguistics
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GECI
543
Methods for Teaching English as a Second Language
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GECI
544
Curriculum Development and Assessment in ESL
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GECI
558/9
Practicum in Teaching ESL (K-6) or (7-12)
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GEDU
517
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- Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution.
- Minimum undergraduate college GPA of 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale).
Applicants who cannot meet this requirement may be considered for probationary admission status and may enroll in up to nine hours of graduate study at BVU. These applicants will be reviewed at that time and pending successful completion of these nine hours (at least a "B" in each course), may be granted full status. - Copy of a valid K-12 teaching certificate or license.
- Submission of the online application.
APPLY - Three letters of recommendation. One from your principal, one from a colleague, and another from a reference of your choosing.
- Official paper transcripts, from any institution attended as well as any graduate transcripts, sent directly to:
Graduate Programs
Buena Vista University
610 W. 4th Street
Storm Lake, IA 50588 - Provide a copy of a valid K-12 teaching certificate or license.
Please contact the Graduate office at 712.749.1000 or grad@bvu.edu with any questions.
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