• Year-long program
• 150 contact hours/15 PLUs
• Comprised of 3 separate courses
• Virtual delivery via Blackboard and Zoom

The ESOL endorsement courses will prepare educators to effectively meet the unique cultural, linguistic, and instructional needs of English Learners. 

Candidates will: 

• develop understanding of English language structures in different discourse contexts
• provide knowledge of second language acquisition theory and the developmental process of language
• demonstrate knowledge of language processes
• apply knowledge of English academic language functions, learning domains, content-specific language
• explore discourse structures, and vocabulary to promote ELLs’ academic achievement across content areas

• Candidates must hold a valid T-4 or higher, Clear Renewable Certificate in any teaching, service, or leadership field.

• Metro RESA Model:
  • The individual course cost is $350.
  • The total cost for all three required courses is $1050.
  • Required text fees $60-$130, depending on whether the candidate chooses to rent or purchase the text. 
  • Participants will not be allowed to begin a course until payment is received by Metro RESA.
    • All fees are non-refundable.
• District or School Model: 
  • Please contact the Metro RESA ESOL Endorsement Coordinator for more information. 

This 50 hour/5 PLU course explores the nature of culture and the role of cultural factors in the teaching and learning of English as an additional language in U.S. schools.  This course is one of three courses that constitute the Georgia state add-on endorsement for TESOL in public schools.

Objectives:

• to explore the nature of culture and gain an understanding of how one’s own and others’ assumptions, attitudes and behaviors are shaped by culture
• to gain insight into the connections among language, culture, and education
• to gain first-hand experience with crossing cultural boundaries
• to become conversant with classroom materials and techniques dealing with culture and cultural diversity

This 50 hour/5 PLU course explores theories of language acquisition, with a focus on the nature and development of first and second language, the elements of linguistics, language varieties, and the influences on the acquisition of listening, speaking, reading and writing skills of English as an additional language across age levels.  This course is one of three courses that constitute the Georgia state add-on endorsement for TESOL in public schools.

Objectives:

• to gain knowledge of the nature and structure of language, including general principles and terminology of linguistics
• to learn to recognize and dispel language myths
• to develop understanding of language varieties
• to increase appreciation for the challenges that English language learners experience on all levels
• to gain knowledge of the processes of and relationships between language acquisition and language instruction and assessments in listening, speaking, reading, and writing

This 50 hour/5 PLU course is intended to provide you with an understanding of theory, methods, and materials for teaching and assessing learners of English as an additional language in U.S. schools.  This course is one of three courses that constitute the Georgia state add-on endorsement for TESOL in public schools.

Objectives:

• to understand the relationship between SLA theory and teaching methodology
• to gain proficiency in designing and using language teaching methods and materials
• to gain hands-on experience teaching ESOL
• to develop as a reflective practitioner in education

• Computer with working camera, audio, and stable internet capabilities compatible with Chrome and supporting the Blackboard platform
• Text Required: Why TESOL? Theories and Issues in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages in K-12 Classrooms (5th ed.)
• Text Required:  Developing Multicultural Educators (3rd ed.)