This graduate endorsement is intended to enhance the skills of practicing educators in the area of working with linguistically diverse students.
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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Courses
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Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) Endorsement Courses
GECI
503
Differentiating Instruction for Diverse Learners
GECI
541
Introduction to Second Language Acquisition
GECI
542
Applied Linguistics
GECI
543
Methods for Teaching English as a Second Language
GECI
544
Curriculum Development and Assessment in ESL
GECI
558/9
Practicum in Teaching ESL (K-6) or (7-12)
GEDU
517
Leadership in a Changing Society and Culture
Admissions Criteria
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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.
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.
