Introduction to TESOL
Introduction to TESOL In this course we will study theories and practices relevant to Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) in the U.S. and abroad. We will examine curricular resources used with adolescent and adult learners, and practice developing materials applicable to a variety of classroom settings. We will also discuss critical issues in the field, such as linguistic prejudice, language maintenance, and social justice pedagogy. Class sessions are largely hands-on, and include student teaching demonstrations with peer feedback. Opportunities for community engagement are also available. The final project is a portfolio that includes a personal philosophy of teaching.
Introduction to TESOL In this course we will study theories and practices relevant to Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) in the U.S. and abroad. We will examine curricular resources used with adolescent and adult learners, and practice developing materials applicable to a variety of classroom settings. We will also discuss critical issues in the field, such as linguistic prejudice, language maintenance, and social justice pedagogy. Class sessions are largely hands-on, and include student teaching demonstrations with peer feedback. Opportunities for community engagement are …Read more
I liked this class. Lots of busy work but it was pretty easy. Students did lots of demo lessons in class to practice teaching skills. McVeigh is definitely passionate about TESOL but the class is a bit boring during the long lecture bits.
This course felt fast paced with a lot of content, but not in an overwhelming way. It consisted of: lectures, textbook readings, two short quizzes (one take-home), "micro-teaching" presentations (in-class to small groups), a community engagement project, a classroom observation (in person or virtual), and a few short papers. This was a very helpful introduction to teaching English in terms of classroom specifics, cultural dynamics, and opportunities to practice and reflect on our own teaching. Shawna is a fantastic teacher who cares about her students and their experience in class, and I would absolutely recommend her as a professor.
This course felt fast paced with a lot of content, but not in an overwhelming way. It consisted of: lectures, textbook readings, two short quizzes (one take-home), "micro-teaching" presentations (in-class to small groups), a community engagement project, a classroom observation (in person or virtual), and a few short papers. This was …Read more
Joe is very enthusiastic about the course material and presents in a very engaging manner. There was not a ton of work and grading was pretty fair/ kind. I would recommend this class to anyone interested in education or living in another country to teach English. Joe wants to help us find a job and/ or create a good resume/ teaching profile.
Class has a lot of homework and a lot of busy work. The work you do is not that challenging but can be overwhelming sometimes. The prof treats the class like a Middle school and her teaching style can be annoying in times. However, class is not hard but can be annoying