The ESOL Endorsement Program is offered through three courses:

 

Course 1 - Cultural Issues
The role of cultural factors in the teaching and learning the English language

 

Course 2 - Applied Linguistics
The theories of language acquisition and linguistics

 

Course 3 - Methods and Materials for Teaching ESOL
Methods and materials for teaching and assessing students using the SIOP model

• Each course is 50 hours of instructional time (5 PLUs). Attendance at all class meetings is required.
• Systems desiring to offer an endorsement cohort in their own system should contact Professional Learning at Pioneer RESA for further information.    
• Some courses may be offered online or via a blended format (online and class meetings). 
• All three courses must be completed in the order listed above to apply for ESOL Endorsement.
• Candidates are required to have access to required books (whether through purchase or using a colleague’s). There are also a number of articles that candidates must download.
• Eligibility requirements: Clear renewable Georgia teaching certificate, employed by a Georgia school system, and recommendations of local professional learning director/coordinator and building level administrator.
• Each course has required reading and appropriate assignments, field experiences, and exams.