2008 CTEL Courses:

1851 TESL/TEFL 1: Language Structure
Knowledge of language structure and use, with emphasis on language universals and varieties, is fundamental to developing teaching expertise in ESL/EFL and bilingual education. In this seminar, participants review theories and research in linguistics and sociolinguistics related to teaching. Readings, lectures and activities focus on sound systems (phonology), word formation (morphology), grammar (syntax), word meanings (semantics), language in context, written and oral discourse, and language variation. The structure of selected languages and transcription of sounds will also be discussed. Course starts on October 5th.

3219 TESL/TEFL 2: First- and Second-Language Development
Successful completion of TESL/CLAD 1 and TESL/CLAD 2 meets the State competencies for CLAD certificate, domain 1. The fields of linguistics and cognitive psychology have rendered theoretical models of first- and second-language learning and acquisition. Participants in this seminar examine how these theories apply in TESL/CLAD and bilingual education. Participants also examine the critical factors affecting language development. Among those covered are psychological factors such as motivation and communication strategies, sociocultural factors such as dialects and language policy, and pedagogical factors such as formal and informal learning. Participants draw upon their own language learning and teaching experience for examples that relate theory to practice. Course starts on November 1st.

0633 TESL/CLAD 3: Methodology of Bilingual and English Language Development
Successful completion of TESL/CLAD 3 and CLAD 7 meets the State competencies for CLAD certificate, domain 2.

New methods, in tandem with traditional methods, have triggered a surge in effective language teaching and learning. In this content-rich course, participants review both the theory and practical methods of delivering bilingual education and English language development. Topics include program design, instructional strategies and current methods and approaches--for example, submersion, two-way bilingual programs, total physical response, and literacy development. Activities include practical application of selected methods and approaches, culminating in a presentation of a mini-lesson for self-evaluation and for feedback from peers and the instructor. Course starts on October 7th.

0776 TESL/TEFL 4: Culture and Cultural Diversity
Teachers and students work daily in the context of cultural diversity and intercultural contact. In this interactive course, participants review the history and current status of diversity in the U.S. Topics include the nature and content of culture and the outcomes of intercultural interaction, with special focus on those factors that most impact teaching and learning. Participants focus on strategies for providing culturally responsive instruction. Activities include presentation of a mini-lesson for self-evaluation and for feedback from peers and the instructor. Course starts on June 21st.

2008 CTEL Events

4156 TESL/TEFL/CLAD/CTEL Career Event
Attend this career event to explore jobs and careers in the field of Teaching English as a Second Language in the U.S. (TESL) or Teaching English as a Foreign Language abroad (TEFL). This orientation is especially appropriate for those with little or no teaching experience who would like to enhance current skills or explore how backgrounds and degrees can be applied in TESL/TEFL. Information on California state requirements for both the CLAD and new CTEL certificates is included. Participants are invited to ask specific questions pertaining to their individual interests and needs. Event takes place on September 9th.

No fee, to enroll call (800) 660-8639.