As a Professor for TESOL, I am immensely proud to feature outstanding student work from our MS in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Program. New York’s linguistic diversity demands teachers who can find common ground and effectively communicate with students from different language backgrounds. Academically rigorous and practice-intensive, the 33-credit program includes 50 hours of fieldwork and supervised student teaching experiences. Candidates that complete all coursework, fieldwork, and student teaching requirements are eligible for recommendation for ESL certification.
EDDN 637: Students will become acquainted with and practice effective approaches, methods, and strategies for teaching and evaluating English language learners in the content areas (ELA, Social Studies, Math and Science). Throughout the course, students will explore the impact of culture and language upon classroom learning. Special challenges in teaching and assessment in each content area will be discussed. Examination and analysis of curriculum materials and instructional strategies for creative teaching and learning in grades Pe-K-12. Includes content-specific lesson planning that addresses the New York State Student Content Learning Standards with emphasis on English Language Arts, English as a Second Language, and content area instruction. Course content includes demonstrations, simulated activities, and field observations in Pre-K-12 classrooms. The course also examines how the teaching of English to non-native speakers can be integrated with the teaching of cognitive skills in all content areas. Students will be offered a variety of methods and materials to integrate ESL standards throughout all content areas for classroom use. Includes 15 hours of fieldwork. Includes 15 hours of fieldwork. 3 credits
The attached PPT was a submission for discussion board 9, EDDN 637. I believe using varying submission types such as voice tread, video, PPTs, Padlets, etc. opens up a fertile space for Touro candidates to engage with the materials and each other. I believe assessment diversity is pivotal for teachers of ELL /ML learners, to ensure a holistic view of their linguistic progress. Varied assessments capture different language domains, promoting equity and reducing learner anxiety. They provide instructors with a multifaceted perspective, enabling tailored instruction.
Dr. Jasmin (Bey) Cowin, Associate Professor and TESOL/BLE Praticum Coordinator, Touro University
Samantha Howe is a 5th-grade teacher from Long Island. After receiving her bachelor’s degree in inclusive childhood education, she was accepted into the TESOL program at Touro University. She is passionate about providing an inclusive and equitable education for all students.
The TESOL program at Touro University has already provided me with valuable insights and necessary tools to better support my multilingual students.
Samantha Howe, Touro University TESOL Candidate
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