Bilingual/English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL Endorsement) – Academics

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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  • 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

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  • General K-12 education
  • Language immersion education
  • Special education instructor
  • Social services case worker
  • Non-profit organization employee

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JOSHUA SCHULZE

Professor, Education & Leadership
schulzejm@wou.edu

MARIA DANTAS-WHITNEY

Professor, Education & Leadership
dantasm@wou.edu

CARMEN CACEDA

Prof. of Education: ESOL/BIL, Education & Leadership
cacedac@wou.edu

JESSICA DOUGHERTY

Assistant Professor, Education & Leadership
doughertyj@wou.edu

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