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Teacher Training | Language Acquisition | Linguistics
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Program Overview


Teaching English as Second Language Endorsement Preparation - Undergraduate Non-Degree

Overview

Designed for teachers looking to add a valuable skill to their repertoire, this non-degree program provides comprehensive training in teaching English as a second language. With experienced faculty and practical opportunities, you will develop the knowledge and expertise needed to help students achieve their language learning goals.


Admissions

The university affirmatively strives to provide educational opportunities and access to students with varied backgrounds, those with special talents and adult students.


  • First-Year Students on the Kent Campus: First-year admission policy on the Kent Campus is selective. Admission decisions are based upon cumulative grade point average, strength of high school college preparatory curriculum and grade trends. Students not admissible to the Kent Campus may be administratively referred to one of the seven regional campuses to begin their college coursework.
  • First-Year Students on the Regional Campuses: First-year admission to Kent State’s campuses at Ashtabula, East Liverpool, Geauga, Salem, Stark, Trumbull and Tuscarawas, as well as the Twinsburg Academic Center, is open to anyone with a high school diploma or its equivalent.
  • International Students: All international students must provide proof of proficiency of the English language (unless they meet specific exceptions) through the submission of an English language proficiency test score or by completing English language classes at Kent State’s English as a Second Language Center before entering their program.
  • Former Students: Former Kent State students who have not attended another institution since Kent State and were not academically dismissed will complete the re-enrollment process through the Financial, Billing and Enrollment Center. Former students who attended another college or university since leaving Kent State must apply for admissions as a transfer or post-undergraduate student.
  • Transfer Students: Students who attended an educational institution after graduating from high school or earning their GED must apply as transfer students.

Coursework

  • Endorsement Requirements:
    • ENG 31001: Fundamental English Grammar (3 credits)
    • ENG 31003: Linguistics (3 credits)
    • ENG 31005: Child Second Language Acquisition (3 credits)
    • ENG 31007: Pedagogy for Teaching English as a Second Language 1 (3 credits)
    • ENG 31008: Grammar for Teaching English as a Second/Foreign Language (3 credits)
    • ENG 41003: Language Curriculum, Materials and Assessment 2 (3 credits)
    • ENG 41192: ESL Practicum in a P-12 Setting (ELR) 3 (3 credits)
  • Minimum Total Credit Hours: 21

Graduation Requirements

  • Minimum GPA: 3.000

Licensure Information

Candidates seeking Ohio teaching licensure are required to pass specific requirements in order to apply for licensure from the Ohio Department of Education (ODE). Students should consult the Special Education Department for specific program requirements and refer to the Ohio Department of Education - Educator Preparation website for more information on assessments specific to licensure type.


Program Learning Outcomes

Completers of this program will be able to:


  1. Demonstrate understanding of different fields within teaching English as a second language, including linguistics, language acquisition, pedagogy and practice.
  2. Demonstrate understanding of different cultural norms and practices within effective instruction.
  3. Demonstrate effective language and literacy instruction for English language learners.

Full Description

The non-degree program in Teaching English as Second Language Endorsement Preparation allows students to concurrently seek an undergraduate degree program leading to state licensure at Kent State while also working toward meeting TESL endorsement requirements of the Ohio Department of Education. The program increases student knowledge of language and second language learning in the P-12 context while it prepares them as teachers of English learners.


Successful completion of this program serves as recommendation to the Ohio Department of Education for endorsement in TESL, but it is not a degree program. Students must complete their degree program and be qualified for licensure in another area of study. The endorsement serves as an add-on to a state teaching license in Ohio.


Professional Licensure Disclosure

This program is designed to prepare students to sit for applicable licensure or certification in Ohio. If you plan to pursue licensure or certification in a state other than Ohio, please review state educational requirements for licensure or certification and contact information for state licensing boards at Kent State's website for professional licensure disclosure.


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Admission Requirements

Entry Requirements:

  • First-Year Students on the Kent Campus: Admission is selective and based on cumulative GPA, strength of high school college preparatory curriculum, and grade trends.
  • Students not admissible to the Kent Campus may be referred to one of the seven regional campuses.
  • First-Year Students on the Regional Campuses: Admission is open to anyone with a high school diploma or its equivalent.
  • International Students: All international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions) by earning a minimum 525 TOEFL score (71 on the Internet-based version), minimum 75 MELAB score, minimum 6.0 IELTS score or minimum 48 PTE Academic score, or by completing the ELS level 112 Intensive Program.
  • Transfer Students: Students who have attended any other educational institution after graduating from high school must apply as undergraduate transfer students.
  • Former Students: Former Kent State students or graduates who have not attended another college or university since Kent State may complete the reenrollment or reinstatement form on the University Registrar’s website.

Language Proficiency Requirements:

  • International Students: All international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions) by earning a minimum 525 TOEFL score (71 on the Internet-based version), minimum 75 MELAB score, minimum 6.0 IELTS score or minimum 48 PTE Academic score, or by completing the ELS level 112 Intensive Program.
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