The selection process is highly competitive and the completion of the minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance. Students should consult their academic advisor as they near completion of the pre-education requirements to discuss the application process for the major.
This program is designed to prepare students to sit for applicable licensure or certification in Ohio. If you plan to pursue licensure or certification in a state other than Ohio, please review state educational requirements for licensure and certification and state licensing board contact information at go.
The components of this major have been designed to meet state and national standards, Ohio licensure requirements and General Education requirements at Ohio State. The curriculum provide students a multi-disciplinary foundation in subjects relevant to teaching English learners in grades K—12 and numerous opportunities to experience, learn and reflect on effective pedagogy across multiple grade levels.
This pathway emphasizes disciplinary content knowledge in linguistics, literacy, English and foreign languages; TESOL methods and assessment courses; and educational foundations courses focusing on child or adolescent development and the psychological and social foundations of education.
In this program, students develop their ability to communicate with and work alongside individuals from other cultures through education abroad programs and globally themed course work. Field experiences are introduced early and culminate in an extended student teaching experience in the senior year. Teacher education is conceptualized as an apprenticeship with equal parts content knowledge and pedagogical knowledge and skill. The Ohio State University. Jump to navigation. Many children and adolescents are simultaneously acquiring English proficiency, mastering academic content, and learning the cultural expectations of their school and community.
School districts, universities and educational organizations throughout Ohio and the United States are in high need of trained English as a Second Language ESL teachers who can skillfully address the academic, linguistic, cultural, literacy and social needs of the multilingual communities they serve. The Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages program is a rigorous, multi-disciplinary program that requires research and classroom-based practice for understanding language acquisition, implementing meaningful and effective English-language teaching, and promoting student success for all English learners.
As a TESOL major, you will take courses in multiple academic fields as well as teach in ESL classrooms in elementary, middle and high school grade levels. This degree is only offered on the Columbus campus. The principle philosophy behind the TESOL curriculum is to provide a multi-disciplinary foundation in subjects relevant to teaching K English learners, as well as numerous opportunities for TESOL majors to experience and reflect on effective pedagogy across multiple grade levels.
This program emphasizes content knowledge in linguistics, literacy, English and world languages; TESOL methods and assessment; and coursework focusing on child or adolescent development and the foundations of education.
Assignments focus on critical reading, reflection, and the creation and responsible use of intellectual property. Students will develop stronger information and digital literacy and make better rhetorical choices.
The program respects diversity of languages and perspectives and promotes tolerance for all members of the university community. In Ohio, you have the option to apply for your ESL endorsement during your initial application for licensure.
In order to apply for your license, you must make a SAFE account and apply online; there is no longer a paper application. There are two initial license types, one for graduates of education programs in Ohio and one for graduates of out-of-state education programs. If you are an out-of-state applicant, you must contact the Office of Educator Licensure and request a fingerprint card to complete your criminal background check. The Ohio Department of Education has a four tiered licensure system that breaks down in the following way:.
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