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Overview
Introduction to Teaching English Learners course offered by Coursera in partnership with Rice University is a specialization intended for educators in the beginning stages of their careers (i.e. 0-3 years experience) or who are new to working with English learners.
By completing these 3 courses, learners will be better prepared to serve the English learners in their classrooms through sheltered instruction principles, culturally responsive teaching methods, integrating educational technology, and building awareness of the unique challenges faced by this group of students.
Applied Learning Project
Learners will complete authentic assignments applicable to the classroom such as evaluating educational technology for use with English learners, identifying strengths and weaknesses of sheltered instruction lessons, suggesting curriculum revisions to incorporate elements of culturally responsive teaching, and more.
Programme Structure
Course structure:
- Academic Success for English Learners
- Teaching Methods
- Characteristics of Special Groups of English Learners
- The Role of Culture in Teaching English Learners
- Digital Literacy Skills
- Using Educational Technology with English Learners
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 3 months
- 5 hrs/week
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
Online
- Self-paced
Campus Location
- Mountain View, United States
Disciplines
Language Studies Teaching English as a Foreign Language View 48 other Short Courses in Language Studies in United StatesWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Beginner level
- 0-3 years of teaching experience
- This specialization is aimed at early‑career educators and teachers new to working with English learners who want to develop practical skills in sheltered instruction, culturally responsive teaching, and integrating technology to support inclusive and effective learning.
Tuition Fees
Additional Details
Course is free for the first 7 days. After 7 days, the course can be accessed with the Coursera Plus Subscription
Funding
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