NESL - English as a Second Language Endorsement: PK-12, PK-6, 7-12
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This 15 credit endorsement can be completed at the graduate level, providing the graduate student holds a valid teaching certificate. Individuals with this endorsement may teach English as a Second Language (ESL) in the grade levels for which they are prepared. This can be PK-12, PK-6, 4-9, 7-12 endorsement. Candidates must complete a 45 clock hour practicum working with ELL students at grade level(s) of the endorsement being sought.
A Midland University English as a Second Language Endorsement candidate will be able to:
1. Analyze policies, principles, research, and theories related to the structure and acquisition of language to help English Language Learners (ELLs) develop language and literacy skills (NDE Rule 24 Guidelines Standard 1).
2. Guided by research and theory focused on the nature and role of culture and cultural groups, create supportive learning environments for ELLs (NDE Rule 24 Guidelines Standard 2).
3. Design and implement evidence-based practices related to identification, assessment, curriculum, and instruction for ELLs (NDE Rule 24 Guidelines Standard 3 and 4).
4. Collaborate with stakeholders of the school community to improve the learning environment, provide support, and advocate for ELLs and their families (NDE Rule 24 Guidelines Standard 5).
- ESL500
- ESL550
- ESL601
- ESL655
- ESL698
This 15 credit endorsement can be completed at the graduate level, providing the graduate student holds a valid teaching certificate. Individuals with this endorsement may teach English as a Second Language (ESL) in the grade levels for which they are prepared. This can be PK-12, PK-6, 4-9, 7-12 endorsement. Candidates must complete a 45 clock hour practicum working with ELL students at grade level(s) of the endorsement being sought.
A Midland University English as a Second Language Endorsement candidate will be able to:
1. Analyze policies, principles, research, and theories related to the structure and acquisition of language to help English Language Learners (ELLs) develop language and literacy skills (NDE Rule 24 Guidelines Standard 1).
2. Guided by research and theory focused on the nature and role of culture and cultural groups, create supportive learning environments for ELLs (NDE Rule 24 Guidelines Standard 2).
3. Design and implement evidence-based practices related to identification, assessment, curriculum, and instruction for ELLs (NDE Rule 24 Guidelines Standard 3 and 4).
4. Collaborate with stakeholders of the school community to improve the learning environment, provide support, and advocate for ELLs and their families (NDE Rule 24 Guidelines Standard 5).