English for Speakers of Other Languages Certificate

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Coming in Fall 2026! Meet the needs of your classroom through the 6 credit hour micro-credential in English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL). This credential is designed to prepare you to teach English to English learners (ELs) in diverse educational settings.

Enhance your ability to serve English language learners by obtaining a badge that demonstrates your specialized knowledge and skill set in ESOL.

Participate in work-based learning experiences with mentor teachers that will mirror the authentic workplace expectations in ESOL instruction through:

Service Learning

Job Shadowing

Class Observations

This certificate will be available in both online and hybrid formats to allow for real-time collaboration and discussions. Content will be delivered to students in a flexible model ideal for the online learning environment while maintaining a high level of quality and enhancing the student learning experience.

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Marla Williams, EdD

Associate Professor of Elementary Education/Division Head
Phone:256-216-6637 Phone:256-216-6637 Email:[email protected]
Department:Elementary and Early Childhood Studies
Office:

McCain Hall, Room 221

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Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) with Specialization in Teaching English to Young Learners

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