Bilingual/ESOL Education endorsement/certificate
The ESOL endorsement is particularly sought after by licensed Oregon teachers who work with culturally and linguistically diverse (CLD) students. Because the demographics of Oregon are constantly changing, the demand on teachers to have a working knowledge of English language learners is high. The teachers who earn this endorsement give themselves a significant advantage in the job market.
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of master's degree can be completed as an undergrad at WOU
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of students who apply to WOU are selected for admission
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Learning outcomes
- Prepare teachers who understand how first and second languages are acquired and developed and who apply research-based teaching and assessment practices that address the needs of English language learners in a variety of school settings
- Prepare teachers who foster a classroom climate that is inclusive of all diversity and who understand the influence of culture on students’ learning process and academic achievement
- Prepare teachers who are knowledgeable about polices related to the education of English language learners and who collaborate with colleagues, administrators and families to meet their learners’ needs
Career opportunities
- General K-12 education
- Language immersion education
- Special education instructor
- Social services case worker
- Non-profit organization employee
Faculty
CARMEN CACEDA
Professor, Education & Leadership
503-838-8409 | cacedac@wou.edu | RWEC 222
MARIA DANTAS-WHITNEY
Professor, Education & Leadership
503-838-8636 | dantasm@wou.edu | RWEC 223
JESSICA DOUGHERTY
Assistant Professor, Education & Leadership
503-838-8929 | doughertyj@wou.edu | RWEC 221
JOSHUA SCHULZE
Associate Professor, ESOL and Bilingual, , Education & Leadership
503-838-9285 | schulzejm@wou.edu | RWEC 221
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