Are the Global Classroom Certification Programs developed to WIDA Standards?
Yes.

Why is the price for the full six-course ESL Certification so low?
Some online institutions charge more, especially if they are associated with a large University, but the curriculum approved by school districts is the same. This course series is delivered online. Because we do not have physical classrooms and buildings, we pass on these savings to the teachers. We want to keep the program affordable for all teachers worldwide.

How long has Global Classroom been offering ESL Certification to teachers?
Global Classroom’s team has certified thousands of teachers over the last 20 years.

How is the mentoring portion of the program handled?
Each participant will have an eAdviser assigned to them for the duration of the course and as they need assistance throughout the year. Our ESL eAdvisers will support and guide you to meet all homework and in-classroom learning criteria.

What are the approval numbers for the ESL Certification?

    • ESL01 Developing Cultural Awareness and Sensitivity | 20130201

    • ESL02 Language Acquisition | 20130224

    • ESL03 Literacy Acquisition | 20130223

    • ESL04 Observing and Planning Instruction to ELL Students | 20130207

    • ESL05 Implementing and Managing Instruction to ELL Students | 20130213

    • ESL06 Assessing ESL Students | 20130217

Is there a test required for the issuance of the ESL certification?
No. There is currently no test requirement for ESL.

How can teachers be eligible for the ESL certification?
The teacher must hold an Instructional I or Instructional II certificate

Are credits earned through the ESL Certification program accepted towards Level II certification?
Yes, check with your school districts, but most accept ESL Certification with graduate-level credits.

How long is each course?

  • ESL01 Developing Cultural Awareness and Sensitivity | 8 weeks

  • ESL02 Language Acquisition | 12 weeks

  • ESL03 Literacy Acquisition | 8 weeks

  • ESL04 Observing and Planning Instruction to ELL Students | 8 weeks

  • ESL05 Implementing and Managing Instruction to ELL Students | 8 weeks

  • ESL06 Assessing ESL Students | 8 weeks

  • GOOGLE CLASSROOM CERTIFICATION | 8-12 weeks

Are there specific times that I have to be online?
No. All ESL courses are project-based; there are no specific times that you have to be online.

Are classes offered over the summer?
Yes. Due to higher demand in US schools, courses are being offered during the summer months to ready teachers for the increased numbers of English Language Learners in the classrooms.

How can a full-time teacher complete the field experience?
A full-time teacher can complete the field experience requirements by working with an ESL teacher at their school, their district, their IU or at another school. Mentoring can be done online. Each participant will have an eAdviser assigned to them for the duration of the course and as they need assistance throughout the year. Our ESL eAdvisers will support and guide you to meet all homework and in-classroom learning criteria.

Will I need to take a Praxis exam at the end of the coursework in order to get ESL Certified?
No. You will not need to take a Praxis exam to get “ESL Certified” added to your certificate.

Are ESL certified teachers approved to work in all US schools?
Yes. Check with your school district for prior approval. Over 40 states accept WIDA ESL certification standards. Teachers are approved to staff or lead an ESL program at any school (public or private) in the US and worldwide.

Do I need a teaching certificate to start the ESL program?
Yes. An Instructional I or II certificate is required to be accepted into the ESL Certified six-course series. This is required by the Dept. of Education as this certificate is an add-on ESL certification to your Instructional certification. This Certification does qualify for Level II accreditation.

Do I earn any continuing professional education (CPE) credits for ESL programs?
Yes. Check with your school district. Each course is three graduate-level CPE credits (90 Act 48 hours) approved by many Departments of Education.

May I purchase graduate equivalency credits through a University program?
Yes. Credits may be purchased through Carlow University, an accredited University (verified through the Accredited Learning Commission) and are approved for Master Equivalency. Contact Burr Warne 603-502-2323

May I speak with a representative of the program directly?
Yes, For more information, please contact:

Burr Warne
eAdviser
Registration & Enrollment
bwarne@eadviser.com
(603) 502-2323

Email: studentservices@globalclassroom.us
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