English as a Second Language

Concentration Requirements

Required Courses - 15 SH

CIL 500Foundations of ESL and Bilingual Education

3

CIL 501Introduction to Linguistics for TESOL

3

or

CIL 512Literacy in a New Language: Linguistic Considerations

3

and

CIL 505Methods and Materials for Teaching English as a Second Language

3

CIL 510Assessment of ESL and Bilingual Education Students

3

CIL 531Cross Cultural Education

3

Required Electives - 3 SH

Choose 3 SH from the courses below:

CIL 501Introduction to Linguistics for TESOL

3

CIL 506Methods and Materials for Teaching Bilingual Education

3

CIL 511Family Literacy for Linguistically and Culturally Diverse Learners

3

CIL 512Literacy in a New Language: Linguistic Considerations

3

CIL 532Technology Instruction for Linguistically and Culturally Diverse Students

3

CIL 540Early Literacy Development and English Learners

1

CIL 541Visual Literacy and English Learners

1

CIL 542Spanish Literacy Development and Biliteracy

1

CIL 543Using Music and Song to Teach and Learn New Languages

1

Note: This coursework, along with the fulfillment of other requirements, can be applied to the State of Illinois endorsement in English as a Second Language. Visit the Illinois State Board of Education for more details.