ESOL
English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
The ESOL Endorsement may be added to educators' certificates by successfully completing the following graduate courses:
- PTED 7239: Language and Culture in the Classroom
- PTED 7240: Linguistics,Literacy, and Second Language Acquisition
- PTED 7241: Teaching English as a Second Language: Methods, Materials, and Assessment
ESOL Program Faculty Contact:
Frequently Asked Questions:
1. When is the application deadline? July 21st for fall 2012 admission
2. What is the required undergraduate GPA for admission? 2.7
3. What application materials do I need to submit? official transcripts and the online application
4. How many ESOL courses can I take before obtaining my educator certificate? up to two courses
5. Who evaluates my transcripts to see what classes I need to take? Faculty Advisor
6. Are there additional courses that can be substituted for the endorsement courses found on the plan of study? To be determined by faculty advisor
7. I have obtained my initial certificate. What are my next steps? Contact College of Education Certificate Officer, Kathy Jones (kjones@westga.edu)