TESOL - Graduate (ISTE)

Courses

ISTE 501 - Introduction to TEFL Credits 3

The basics of teaching English as a foreign language. Includes an introduction to methods and techniques, teaching materials, grammar, and communicating values. Assignments include supervised observation and practice teaching. Note(s): Does not count toward the department's graduate certificate or Master of Arts in TESOL; this course is in teach-out and will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

ISTE 505 - Foundations of TESOL Credit 1

An introductory course orienting new online graduate students to requirements and expectations of the MA TESOL program, including key concepts and resources in TESOL, and helping students build community and plan their program. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

ISTE 509 - Structure of English Credits 3

Study of the syntax of English in preparation for teaching non-native speakers. Theoretical insights taken from several approaches to grammar. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

ISTE 511 - Structure of English — Challenge Credits 3

Students who have taken a course similar to ISTE 509 may petition the faculty to earn credit by means of a challenge exam and some additional coursework. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: C.
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.
Course Fee: $100.

ISTE 512 - Essentials of TESOL Credits 3

A practical course giving the skills and knowledge needed to gain foundational competence in teaching the English language. Includes methods and techniques, English pronunciation and grammar, teaching materials, culture and communicating values. Note(s): Does not count toward the department's graduate certificate or Master of Arts in TESOL; this course is in teach-out and will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

ISTE 526 - Introduction to TESOL — K–12 Credits 3

An introduction to the field of TESOL at the primary and secondary levels in U.S. multilingual classrooms. The role of the primary language, methods and techniques for teaching the four skills, and assessment are also covered. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

ISTE 527 - Materials Evaluation and Preparation Credits 3

Principles of ESL/EFL materials design. Enables teachers to evaluate and adapt published materials, prepare their own materials, and use a variety of media, including video and computers. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): ISTE 529 or ISTE 531 (may be taken concurrently).
Restriction(s): Must be School of Education; and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

ISTE 529 - English Language Teaching Methods Credits 3

An introduction to the field of TESOL at the post-secondary and adult levels dealing with learner needs, approaches to and methods of teaching, techniques for the four skills, lesson planning and classroom management. Note(s): May be taken concurrently with other TESOL courses; this course is in teach-out and will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

ISTE 530 - Ethics, Values, and Intercultural Communication for TESOL Professionals Credits 3

This course develops professionalism in ESOL teachers in three areas: effective intercultural communication, appropriate communication of different worldviews and values, and ethics for teachers in various contexts. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): ISTE 529 or ISTE 531 (may be taken concurrently).
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

ISTE 531 - English Language Teaching Methods — Challenge Credits 3

Students who have taken a course similar to ISTE 529 may petition the faculty to earn credit by means of a set of challenge assignments. Note(s): May be taken concurrently with other TESOL courses; this course is in teach-out and will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: C.
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.
Course Fee: $100.

ISTE 580 - English: Past, Present and Future Credits 2-3

Historical and social survey of the development of the English language from a small tribal language to the widespread international language it is today. Possible future trends are also discussed. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

ISTE 581 - Topics in TESOL Credits 1-3

Topics are listed in the class schedule each semester. Course may be taken multiple times for credit with a different topic. Titles offered include: Readings in Language Learning Strategies; Teaching Pronunciation; TESOL and the Teaching of Literature; Readings in Cultural and Language Learning; Teaching EFL to Children. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): ISTE 529 or ISTE 531.
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.
Repeat Limit (after first attempt): 10.

ISTE 582 - Topics in TESOL Credits 1-3

Topics are listed in the class schedule each semester. Course may be taken multiple times for credit with a different topic. Titles offered include: Readings in Language Learning Strategies; Teaching Pronunciation; TESOL and the Teaching of Literature; Readings in Cultural and Language Learning; Teaching EFL to Children. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): ISTE 529 or ISTE 531.
Restriction(s): Must be School of Education; and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.
Repeat Limit (after first attempt): 10.

ISTE 614 - Second Language Acquisition Credits 3

Examination of the various factors, especially individual, sociological, and psychological, which enter into the process of acquiring a second language. Includes discussion of learning strategies as well as autonomous learning inside and outside of the classroom. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): ISTE 529 or ISTE 531 (may be taken concurrently).
Restriction(s): Must be School of Education; and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

ISTE 621 - Classroom Research in TESOL Credits 3

Introduction to classroom-based research, in-depth examination of various methods and techniques of TESOL, and introduction to teacher training and program administration. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): ISTE 529 or ISTE 531.
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

ISTE 627 - Vocabulary Learning and Teaching Credits 3

Study of English vocabulary, how it is learned, and best taught to non-native speakers. Research and theory inform learning issues and teaching practices. Examination of relevant materials and resources further supports vocabulary learning and teaching. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): ISTE 529 or ISTE 531 (may be taken concurrently).
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

ISTE 632 - Language Testing and Assessment Credits 3

Examination of theory and practice of standardized language tests along with teacher-developed assessment instruments for different language skill areas. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): ISTE 529 or ISTE 531 (may be taken concurrently).
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

ISTE 635 - Technology for Language Learning and Teaching Credits 3

Exploration through reading, discussion, and hands-on experience of how technology can be creatively exploited as a teaching, learning and assessment tool to support language learning. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): ISTE 529 or ISTE 531 (may be taken concurrently).
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

ISTE 644 - Discourse and Language Teaching Credits 3

Conversation analysis, the analysis of written texts, and discourse across cultures. Focus will be on discourse in the classroom and pedagogical applications. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): ISTE 529 or ISTE 531.
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

ISTE 648 - Teaching Second Language Reading and Writing Credits 3

Exploration of effective pedagogy for teaching academic reading and writing at various levels in the ESL and EFL context. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): ISTE 529 or ISTE 531 (may be taken concurrently).
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

ISTE 650 - Teaching English to Young Learners Credits 3

Preparing teachers for classes of English language learners K to 6th grade, primarily in international settings, this course covers age-appropriate classroom management, strategies and curriculum for teaching language as well as content, including beginning literacy instruction and assessment. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

ISTE 664 - English for Specific Purposes Credits 3

Exploration of issues involved in teaching English to specific groups of students, especially those in scientific, technical, and vocational fields. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): ISTE 529 or ISTE 531.
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

ISTE 665 - Course Design in TESOL Credits 3

How to develop a language program and design a language course, including needs assessment, methodology choices, goals specifications and implementation issues. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): ISTE 529 or ISTE 531 (may be taken concurrently).
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

ISTE 690 - Independent Study Credits 1-3

Individual work, directed reading, or special problems in TESOL. Such work must be done with the approval and supervision of a faculty professor of record. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): ISTE 529 or ISTE 531.
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

ISTE 691 - Field Practicum in TESOL Credits 2-3

Intensive ESL/EFL classroom teaching in a field setting, typically as part of a supervised team working with a voluntary agency. Note(s): Elective; this course is in teach-out and will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): ISTE 529 or ISTE 531.
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level.

ISTE 692 - Practicum in TESOL II Credits 3

Extensive independent teaching in an ESL classroom under the general supervision of a master teacher, plus weekly group discussion of issues in language pedagogy. Credit for course may be earned, on the basis of some field-based situations, by portfolio assessment. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): ISTE 529 or ISTE 531 (may be taken concurrently).
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.
Course Fee: $150.

ISTE 693 - Portfolio Credit 1

Documentation of accomplishments in the area of teaching, research, and professional development. Details can be found in the ALT Handbook. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: C.
Prerequisite(s): ISTE 529 or ISTE 531.
Restriction(s): Must be School of Education; and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

ISTE 694 - Practicum in TESOL — Challenge Credits 3

Credit for course may be earned on the basis of some field-based situations by portfolio assessment (as detailed in the ALT Handbook). Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: C.
Prerequisite(s): ISTE 529 or ISTE 531.
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.
Course Fee: $50.

ISTE 695 - Research Seminar Credit 1

Guidance in the development of a thesis or research paper. Students produce a preliminary thesis statement, proposal, outline, and working bibliography. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): ISTE 529 or ISTE 531.
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

ISTE 696 - Research Paper Credit 1

A paper based on classroom research, literature review, or the design of a syllabus or appropriate teaching materials. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): ISTE 695.
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

ISTE 698 - Practicum in TESOL III: Reflective Teaching Credits 3

Extensive independent teaching in an ESL classroom with supervision and peer mentoring, plus weekly group discussion of issues in language pedagogy, reflection papers, and teaching video reviews. Lecture/Lab Hours: 50 hours of Practicum. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): ISTE 529 or ISTE 531 (may be taken concurrently).
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

ISTE 699 - M.A. Thesis Credits 3

Research for and writing of an MA thesis. Students permitted to write a thesis will not be required to do a portfolio. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: C.
Prerequisite(s): ISTE 695 or equivalent and consent of MA committee.
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

ISTE 714 - Second Language Acquisition Credits 3

Examination of the various factors, especially individual, sociological, and psychological, which enter into the process of acquiring a second language. Includes discussion of learning strategies as well as autonomous learning inside and outside of the classroom. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): ISTE 529 or ISTE 531.
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

ISTE 721 - Classroom Research Credits 3

ISTE 727 - Vocabulary Learning and Teaching Credits 1-3

Study of English vocabulary, how it is learned and best taught to non-native speakers. Research and theory inform learning issues and teaching practices. Examination of relevant materials and resources further supports vocabulary learning and teaching. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): ISTE 529 or ISTE 531.
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

ISTE 732 - Language Testing and Assessment Credits 3

Examination of theory and practice of standardized language tests along with teacher-developed assessment instruments for different language skill areas. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): ISTE 529 or ISTE 531.
Restriction(s): Must be School of Education; and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

ISTE 742 - Teaching Second Language Writing Credits 1-3

Investigation of the nature of second language writing and characteristics of second language writers. Exploration of effective pedagogy for teaching academic writing at various levels in the ESL and EFL context. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): ISTE 529 or ISTE 531.
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

ISTE 744 - Discourse and Language Teaching Credits 3

ISTE 746 - Teaching Second Language Reading Credits 1-3

Study of theory and practice in second language reading. Exploration of effective pedagogy for teaching academic reading at various levels in the ESL and EFL context. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): ISTE 529 or ISTE 531.
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

ISTE 765 - Course Design in TESOL Credits 3

How to develop a language program and design a language course, including needs assessment, methodology choices, goals specifications and implementation issues. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): ISTE 529 or ISTE 531.
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

ISTE 799 - Research Continuous Registration Credits 0

Students who are not registered for any other courses and who need extra time are required to register for this course each semester to maintain their degree status. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: C.
Prerequisite(s): ISTE 529 or ISTE 531.
Restriction(s): Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.
Repeat Limit (after first attempt): 10.
Course Fee: $100.

ISTE 881 - Topics in TESOL Credits 1-3

Topics are listed in the class schedule each semester. Course may be taken twice for credit with a different topic. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): ISTE 529 or ISTE 531.
Restriction(s): Must be School of Education; and Doctoral Level.
Repeat Limit (after first attempt): 1.

ISTE 882 - Topics in TESOL Credits 1-3

Topics are listed in the class schedule each semester. Courses may be taken twice for credit with a different topic. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): ISTE 529 or ISTE 531.
Restriction(s): Must be Doctoral Level.
Repeat Limit (after first attempt): 1.

ISTE 890 - Independent Study Credits 1-3

Individual work, directed reading, or special problems in applied linguistics. Such work must be done with the approval and supervision of a faculty professor of record. Note(s): This course is in teach-out; it will no longer be offered once the TESOL programs are fully taught out. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): ISTE 529 or ISTE 531.
Restriction(s): Must be Doctoral Level.