English as a Second Language/Bilingual Concentration, Curriculum and Instruction (M.Ed.)
This concentration is designed for those wishing to work with students who are non-native English speakers. It focuses on theories of language acquisition, strategies that promote cultural understanding and teaching practices that meet the needs of English Language Learners.
This coursework, along with other requirements, can be applied to the State of Illinois approval or endorsement in Dual Instructional Program. Visit the Illinois State Board of Education for more details.
This concentration requires:
English as a Second Language/Bilingual Education Concentration Core Courses - 18 SH
| CIL500 | Foundations of ESL and Bilingual Education | |
| CIL501 | Introduction to Linguistics for TESOL | |
| or | |
| CIL512 | Reading in a New Language: Linguistic Considerations | |
| CIL505 | Methods and Materials for Teaching English as a Second Language | |
| CIL506 | Methods and Materials for Teaching Bilingual Education | |
| CIL510 | Assessment of ESL and Bilingual Education Students | |
| CIL531 | Cross Cultural Education | |