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Course Description

This course is offered 4 times a year.  It is offered each semester.
 
 
This course develops a foundation and focuses on theory and practice in second language teaching and learning. It examines the underlying factors influencing acculturation, and instructional methods equipping candidates with the knowledge and skills to teach ESL in multicultural and multilingual classes. This course will include introductory training in linguistics and developing teaching strategies for listening, speaking, reading and writing.
 

Course Outline

Topics include: 
• Understanding the acculturation and resettlement process 
• Reviewing ESL and ELD programs 
• Reviewing the stages of English language proficiency 
• Understanding theories of second language acquisition
• Examining the different models for delivering language instruction
• Understanding how to handle error correction
• Understanding language needs in order to acquire better English skills (homonyms, synonyms, stressed and unstressed syllables, rhythms, and intonations, etc)
• Understanding the stages of communication and levels of questioning
• Examining the Canadian Language Benchmarks
• Developing strategies for listening, speaking, reading and writing
• Reviewing assessment techniques for ELLs
• Becoming familiar with the ‘Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol’ (SIOP) model'

  

Notes

OSAP Funding for AQ Courses

This AQ course is on the list of eligible courses for OSAP funding.   Students must enroll in courses prior to the semester deadline date.  If you are eligible, OSAP will reimburse funds after the semester drop date and will do so directly to you.

For questions regarding Micro-credential funding, please contact Student Awards and Financial Aid at OSAPMC@uwindsor.ca

For additional details, visit: 

https://www.ontario.ca/page/micro-credentials-ontarios-postsecondary-schools     and 

https://www.uwindsor.ca/studentawards/osapmc

 

 

Prerequisites

  • Certificate of Qualification must be in good standing.
  • Qualifications in one of the following:
    • Primary division
    • Junior Division
    • Intermediate Division
    • Senior Division

 

NOTE:  Candidates who hold Technological Education qualifications but do not have any basic qualifications in Primary, Junior, Intermediate or Senior divisions are only eligible to register in Part 1 as specified by the Ontario College of Teachers. 

 

Important Notice: While we endeavour to be as accurate as possible while reviewing your qualifications for courses in our program, the Faculty of Education bears no responsibility for ensuring you have met the qualifications as per the guidelines of the Ontario College of Teachers. It is your responsibility to learn which prerequisites you will need. https://www.oct.ca/members/additional-qualifications/prerequisites

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Section Title
AQ Teaching English Language Learners, Part 1 (Winter 2027)
Section Schedule
Jan 19, 2027 to Mar 28, 2027
Delivery Options
Online - Asynchronous Learning  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition Fee non-credit $685.00
Potential Discount(s)
Reading List / Textbook
There are no textbooks required for this course.

Section Notes

Enrolment Information

Current enrolment deadlines, tuition information, registration instructions and semester-specific administrative dates including final enrolment and withdrawal/drop deadlines are available on the Faculty of Education's Continuing Teacher Education website.  *Students are responsible for reviewing this information before enrolling.

Discounts

Discount codes (see links, above) must be applied at the time of enrolment and will be verified by our team to confirm eligibility.

Prerequisites and Eligibility

Students are responsible for ensuring that they meet the prerequisites and eligibility requirements for the course, including those established by the Ontario College of Teachers (OCT).  Course-specific prerequisites are listed in the course description.  The Faculty of Education Continuing Teacher Education Programs Office reviews applicant information to determine eligibility for admission to the course; however students are responsible for confirming that their qualifications meet applicable OCT requirements.   

Section Title
AQ Teaching English Language Learners, Part 1 (Spring 2027)
Section Schedule
Apr 13, 2027 to May 25, 2027
Delivery Options
Online - Asynchronous Learning  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition Fee non-credit $685.00
Potential Discount(s)
Reading List / Textbook
There are no textbooks required for this course.

Section Notes

Enrolment Information

Current enrolment deadlines, tuition information, registration instructions and semester-specific administrative dates including final enrolment and withdrawal/drop deadlines are available on the Faculty of Education's Continuing Teacher Education website.  *Students are responsible for reviewing this information before enrolling.

Discounts

Discount codes (see links, above) must be applied at the time of enrolment and will be verified by our team to confirm eligibility.

Prerequisites and Eligibility

Students are responsible for ensuring that they meet the prerequisites and eligibility requirements for the course, including those established by the Ontario College of Teachers (OCT).  Course-specific prerequisites are listed in the course description.  The Faculty of Education Continuing Teacher Education Programs Office reviews applicant information to determine eligibility for admission to the course; however students are responsible for confirming that their qualifications meet applicable OCT requirements. 

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