Teaching English as a Second Language

Description: This self-directed course focuses on introducing new students to the supports, services, and opportunities available at Conestoga College. By the end of this course, students will understand the academic expectations of the Conestoga learning environment, as well as the supports available to ensure their academic success. Students will also be able to identify on-campus services that support their health and wellness, and explore ways to get actively involved in the Conestoga community through co-curricular learning opportunities.

• Hours: 1
• Credits: 0
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Description:

This field placement has three (3) components: observations, practicum, workshops. First, students will observe an adult English language classroom for 15 hours, and report on various elements of teaching such as teaching techniques and classroom management practices. Subsequently, student-teachers will engage in a 10-hour teaching practicum where they will plan, present lessons appropriate for the class under the guidance of their mentor teacher and reflect on their own teaching practices. The third component of this course is a series of workshops which provide opportunities to adequately prepare for and reflect on practicum experiences.

• Hours: 33
• Credits: 2
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Description: This course focuses on developing awareness and skills for the student to safely manage and conduct him or herself within a variety of employment settings. Through the units of the course, participants will have the opportunity to enhance their understanding and knowledge of general Health and Safety guidelines, including WHMIS, Fire Safety and Workplace Violence. The unit on Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act will instruct the student on the requirements for Accessible Customer Service and Integrated Accessibility Standard Regulations. General information on Safe Driving, Privacy of Information and Hand Washing will be addressed as well. The course also provides participants with critical information regarding their insurance coverage (WSIB or other) while employed. As well as guidelines to follow in the event of an injury. Participants will receive a printable Record of Completion upon successful conclusion of this course, in order to demonstrate awareness of safe working practices to their employers.

• Hours: 14
• Credits: 1
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Description:

This course provides an overview of key theoretical and practical issues affecting language learning. The nature of language, first and second language acquisition, and diversity among learners will be explored, as will the impact of culture, the needs and characteristics of adult learners, and the role of assessment in learning. Course concepts, addressed through interactive learning tasks, will prepare students for informed decision making in the adult language classroom.

• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
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Description:

This course provides students with an overview of considerations for teachers in a language classroom. The nature of language, first and second language acquisition, and diversity among learners will be explored, as well as the impact of culture, the needs and characteristics of adult learners, and the role of assessment in learning. Course concepts, addressed through interactive learning tasks, will prepare students for informed decision making when teaching in the adult language classroom.

• Hours: 45
• Credits: 3
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Description:

This course provides students with an introduction to the focus areas of grammar and pronunciation taught at beginner, intermediate, and advanced language proficiency levels. Students will learn techniques for teaching and practicing these focus areas within a context relevant to adults in various settings. Students will complete lesson plans for the two focus areas and engage in micro-teaching presentations.

• Hours: 45
• Credits: 3
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