The English Language Learners certificate is comprised of a series of courses specifically designed to prepare teachers and other professionals to work with the growing population of Maine’s English language learners. The program also prepares students from a variety of disciplines to teach and work with ELLs in national and international settings. The program addresses curriculum, cultural context, the structure of language, pedagogy, and assessment. It is meant to provide knowledge and skills regarding English language learners and their communities within a variety of contexts and occupations and helps prepare students interested in national and international opportunities such as Fulbright, Peace Corps, and graduate degrees in TOEFL/TOESL.
Track A is designed for students enrolled as an education major. It is meant to demonstrate that students have additional knowledge and skills regarding English language learners and their families to enhance their primary endorsement in K-3, K-8, 7-12, or Special Education K-8, 7-12. Upon successful completion of the certificate/minor and the required Praxis II exam, students can apply to the state for the English as a Second Language Teacher Endorsement (660), after certification in their primary endorsement area.
Track B is open to all majors and the content provides knowledge and skills that prepare completers to support English language learners in a variety of settings.
Track A - Certificate for Education Majors:
Required Courses
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ENG 121H |
Introduction to Linguistics |
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ENG 123H |
Grammar A Linguistic Approach |
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ENG 224 |
Teaching English as a Second Language |
4 |
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EDU 420 |
Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment for English Language Learners |
4 |
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Plus courses specific to each Major: |
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For Early Childhood/Early Childhood Special Education Majors: |
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ECH 402 |
Diverse Programming in Early Childhood Education |
4 |
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For Elementary Education Majors: |
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EDU 280 |
Diversity and Social Justice Education K-8 |
2 |
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EDU 310 |
Teaching English Language Learners K-8 |
2 |
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For Secondary Education Majors: |
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EDU 103 |
Diversity and Social Justice Education 7-12 |
2 |
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EDU 307 |
Teaching English Language Learners in Secondary/Middle Schools |
2 |
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For Special Education Majors: |
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EDU 103 |
Diversity and Social Justice Education 7-12 |
2 |
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EDU 307 |
Teaching English Language Learners in Secondary/Middle Schools |
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EDU 280 |
Diversity and Social Justice Education K-8 |
2 |
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EDU 310 |
Teaching English Language Learners K-8 |
2 |
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Additional Requirements: |
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One field placement in an ELL Classroom - Practica or Student Teaching |
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Total credits: 16, plus field placement |
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Track B - Certificate for Non-Education Majors
Required Courses:
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ENG 121H |
Introduction to Linguistics |
4 |
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ENG 123H |
Grammar A Linguistic Approach |
4 |
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ENG 224 |
Teaching English as a Second Language |
4 |
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EDU 420 |
Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment for English Language Learners |
4 |
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Additional Requirements: 4 credits of elective (see list below) |
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INS 100S |
Introduction to International and Global Studies (Social Sciences) |
4 |
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INS 101H |
Introduction to International and Global Studies (Social Sciences) |
4 |
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INS 280 |
Explorations Abroad or equivalent study abroad course |
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ANT 101S |
Introduction to Cultural Anthropology |
4 |
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ANT 230S |
Linguistic Anthropology |
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Internship in ELL Setting |
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World Language |
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Total Credits: 16
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