TESOL - Undergraduate (INTE)

Courses

INTE 309 - Grammar for English Teachers Credits 3

Study of major features of standard American English structure, with applications for ESL/EFL teachers. 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 Junior Class, or Senior Class; and Undergraduate Level.

INTE 312 - 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 TESOL minor program; 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 Undergraduate Level.

INTE 410 - Principles of Second Language Acquisition Credits 3

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to second language acquisition. How people learn second languages will be approached from several perspectives including the research evidence, the learner's program, and the learning environment. This is an integrative theory course. 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): INAL 300 and INTE 429, or the equivalent.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.

INTE 422 - Introduction to TESOL: K–12 Credits 3

Examination of rationale, methods and materials for teaching English in elementary and secondary multilingual classrooms. Assessment, the role of the primary language, and techniques for teaching oral and written language are also covered. Note(s): Elective only; 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 Undergraduate Level.

INTE 427 - Materials Evaluation and Preparation Credits 3

Principles of ESL/EFL materials design to enable teachers to (a) evaluate and adapt published materials, and (b) prepare their own 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): INTE 429 or ENGL 353.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.

INTE 429 - English Language Teaching Methods Credits 3

Basic concepts, methods and techniques of teaching English (ESL or EFL) to speakers of other languages. Introduces principles of second language learning along with techniques for teaching both separate and integrated skills to adult or post-secondary students. 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 Undergraduate Level.

INTE 430 - TESOL and Literature Credits 3

Consideration of theory and method for teaching literature to non-native speakers, together with development of (1) a corpus of literary selections suitable for the ESL/EFL context, and (2) specific lesson plans. 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): INTE 429 or ENGL 353.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.

INTE 433 - 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): INTE 429.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.

INTE 462 - 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 Undergraduate Level.

INTE 480 - English: Past, Present and Future Credits 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 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 Undergraduate Level.

INTE 485 - Topics in TESOL Credits 1-3

Topics are listed in the class schedule each semester. Note(s): Course may be taken multiple times for credit with different content; 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): INTE 429.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.
Repeat Limit (after first attempt): 10.

INTE 486 - Topics in TESOL Credits 1-3

INTE 491 - Field Practicum in TESOL Credits 3

Intensive ESL/EFL classroom teaching in a field setting, typically as part of a supervised team working with a voluntary agency. 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 Undergraduate Level.

INTE 492 - Practicum in TESOL I Credits 3

Structured practice teaching in an ESL classroom under the supervision of a master teacher, plus weekly group discussion of issues in language pedagogy. 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): INTE 429.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.
Course Fee: $150.