TESOL Courses

This course prepares students to become effective teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL/ESL). Through readings, lectures, discussions, demonstrations, classroom observations, presentations, and reflections, participants will explore both traditional and contemporary ESL teaching methods. The course also includes the development of a detailed lesson plan to apply learned techniques in practice. 

Required Textbook: Harmer, J. (2007). How to Teach English (1st ed.). Pearson. ISBN 9781405853095 

Prerequisite: TED001

Assessment plays a vital role in supporting English language learners and informing effective instruction. This course explores the purposes and principles of assessment and evaluation in the ESOL classroom—including how to document learner progress, identify special needs, and meet program accountability requirements. Participants will gain a clear understanding of what to assess, when and where to do it, why it matters, and how to implement effective evaluation strategies. 

Required Textbook: Brown, H. D. (2018). Language Assessment: Principles and Classroom Practice (3rd ed.). Pearson. ISBN 0134860225 

Prerequisite: TED 001 

A basic understanding of language and linguistics is essential for delivering high-quality English language instruction. This course introduces the fundamental principles of language acquisition and deepens your insight into why specific instructional methods and techniques are effective in the ESOL classroom. 

Required Textbook: Saville-Troike, M., & Barto, K. (2016). Introducing Second Language Acquisition (3rd ed.). Cambridge University Press. ISBN 9781316603925

Prerequisite: TED 001

Reading skills—from basic literacy to college-level proficiency—are essential for English language learners’ success. This course provides a foundation in how literacy is acquired and developed, equipping you with strategies to support your learners’ progress to higher literacy levels, no matter their starting point. 

Required Textbook: Aebersold, J. A., & Field, M. L. (1997). From Reader to Reading Teacher: Issues and Strategies for Second Language Classrooms (1st ed.). Cambridge University Press. ISBN 052149785X 

Prerequisite: TED 001

To effectively serve adult ESOL learners, it’s essential to grasp the underlying reasons behind English language structures. This course explores the formation of English grammar and provides practical approaches for explaining grammatical concepts clearly to your students. 

Required Textbook: Folse, K. S. (2016). Keys to Teaching Grammar to English Language Learners (2nd ed.). University of Michigan Press ELT. ISBN 047203667X (workbook not required).