Teaching English as a Foreign Language (CERT)

The Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) certificate prepares students to teach English to English learners in international contexts. 

Current Catalog Year
2023-2024
Degree
Certificate
Major / Total Credits
9 / 9
Locations
Mankato
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Program Requirements

Major Restricted Electives

Choose 8 Credit(s).

Introduction to theory and best practices of teaching second language listening and speaking to a variety of English learners in multiple contexts.

Prerequisites: none

Introduction to theory and best practices of teaching second language grammar and vocabulary to a variety of English learners in multiple contexts - specifically focusing on content based teaching practices.

Prerequisites: none

Introduction to theory and best practices of teaching second language reading and writing to a variety of English learners in multiple contexts.

Prerequisites: none

Other Graduation Requirements

On-site field experience, the nature of which is determined by the specific needs of the student's program option. May be repeated with change in topic.

Prerequisites: none

Degree Plan

First Year

Fall - 4 Credits

Elective Course in Major * 4 credits

Spring - 5 Credits

On-site field experience, the nature of which is determined by the specific needs of the student's program option. May be repeated with change in topic.

Prerequisites: none

Elective Course in Major * 4 credits

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