Courses are listed sequentially by number:
*There are no introductory level TESL courses.
ENG 381: Introduction to English Linguistics
The English language considered structurally (phonology, morphology, syntax,
semantics) and sociolinguistically (geographical and social dialects, gender issues,
acquisition of first and second language, standard and nonstandard forms).
MODL 470: Theory and Methods in TESL I
Introduction to theories of second language acquisition, including individual and
sociocultural factors in language learning. Designed to introduce students to
fundamental theories and methods of teaching speakers of other languages in a
variety of contexts, focusing on some of the major theories in this field as well
as practical issues and applications of theory in a wide range of settings.
MODL 471: Theory and Methods in TESL II
Treats the skills of listening, speaking, reading, writing, and vocabulary use in a
variety of contexts. Includes oral language development, literacy, content-based
instruction, testing and placement of second language learners.
MODL 472: Teaching English as a Second Language Practicum
A field experience including placement in the K-12 public school setting
for students in the TESL licensure minor. Practicum students work with ESL
students at the elementary and/or secondary level.
Take concurrently with or following MODL 470 and MODL 471.
MODL 475: Topics in TESL
Topics in learning and teaching English as a second/foreign Language. May
be repeated for credit.
ENG 482: English Structure and Pedagogical Grammar I
The English sound system and English sentence structure studied for the purpose
of discovering how they can be taught to students of English as a second
or foreign language.
ENG 483: English Structure and Pedagogical Grammar II
ENG 485: Language and Culture in TESL
A consideration of the cultural issues encountered by teachers of English as a
second or foreign language in the US and abroad.
MODL 499: Individual Study
Special topics in language education. May be repeated for credit.
MODL 570: Theory and Methods in TESL I
Introduction to theories of second language acquisition in children, description of
program models for second language literacy and academic success. Discusses oral
language development, literacy, content-based instruction, testing, and placement
of LEP children.
MODL 571: Theory and Methods in TESL II
Introduction to theories of second language acquisition and language processing
in adults. Topics include the skills of listening, speaking, reading, writing, and vocabulary use for university student and adult education. Consideration of individual
and sociocultural factors in language learning.
MODL 575: Topics in TESL
Topics in learning and teaching English as a second/foreign Language. May be
repeated for credit.
ENG 582: English Structure and Pedagogical Grammar I
A consideration of the cultural issues encountered by teachers of English as a second
or foreign language in the U.S. and abroad.
ENG 583: English Structure and Pedagogical Grammar II
The English sound system and English sentence structure, and content-based language
instruction.
ENG 585: Language and Culture in TESL
A consideration of the cultural issues encountered by teachers of English as a second
or foreign language in the U.S. and abroad.
ENG 623: Language & Teaching of English
Study of language issues for teachers of English. Intended for those teaching in “mainstream” classrooms populated by a majority of native speakers of English as
well as those teaching English as a second or foreign language.
ENG 627: Research Seminar in TESL
Critique/work group for class member's alternate plan paper's and master's thesis
goals. Provides students with an opportunity to be immersed in the research process
and to select, organize, analyze, evaluate, and record information.
ENG 629: Second Language Literacy Development
Study of literacy from a socioliterate perspective. Intended to promote acquisition
of multiple literacies.
ENG 630: Studies in Language & Literature
Topics in a broad range of English studies. May be repeated with different subject
matter.
ENG 631: Language Planning/Policy
Study of governmental efforts to influence or regulate language use, viewed from
a world-wide perspective.
ENG 633: Second Language Acquisition
Study of how languages other than one's mother tongue are learned.
ENG 634: Topics in TESL
Topics in the area of teaching English as a second/foreign language. May be repeated with
a different subject matter.
ENG 682: English Grammar and Discourse
Advanced study of English syntax.
ENG 684: Sociolinguistics
Study of the interaction of language use and social structures.
ENG 685: Materials for TESL
Location and assessment of commercial materials and creation and publication of
original materials to support instruction in English as a second/foreign language.
ENG 686: Second Language Testing
Introduction to language tests and the assessment of various language abilities.
ENG 689: Studies English Linguistics
Studies in theoretical and applied linguistics. May be repeated with different subject
matter.
ENG 698: Internship
On-site field experience, the nature of which is determined by the specific needs of
the student's program option.
ENG 699: Thesis
Independent capstone experience, guidelines of which are determined by the requirements
of a particular program option.
Thesis guidelines
