<h2 id="section---FrequentlyAskedQuestions">Frequently Asked Questions</h2> <h3 id="section---WhatKindOfProgramIsIt">What Kind of Program Is It?</h3> <p>The Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction in E.S.O.L. online program was designed for the teaching of English-learners from kindergarten through higher education levels. The program focuses on language development and linguistics courses which are designed to allow you to teach English to these students whether they are still developing linguistics skills or are adults who speak a non-native language fluently. As you study morphology, semantics, phonology, and syntax, you can broaden your awareness of multiple cultures, learn to develop relevant instructional materials, and prepare to effectively preside over E.S.O.L. educational programs. This online program lasts approximately one year. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreThePrerequisites">What Are the Prerequisites?</h3> <p>This might be an appropriate program for you if you're a teacher whose professional goals include improving your language and instructional skills, applying for an ESOL certification, and going on to teach English to non-native speakers. An undergraduate degree is a requirement. All applicants to Concordia University Portland programs must have earned a high school diploma or equivalent. In addition, applicants must submit two recommendation letters, a letter of intent, and a resume. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreTheCourseRequirements">What Are the Course Requirements?</h3> <p>A mix of professional, capstone, and E.S.O.L. subjects comprise this program. Each class lasts about five weeks. </p> <p><u>Professional Core Requirements</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code </th><th>Course Name</th></tr> <tr><td>EDGR 502 </td><td> Developing Character through the Curriculum</td></tr> <tr><td>EDGR 535 </td><td> Theories of Teaching and Learning</td></tr> <tr><td>EDGR 595 </td><td> Community of Learners</td></tr> <tr><td>EDGR 601 </td><td> Educational Research</td></tr> <tr><td>EDGR 602 </td><td> Contemporary Educational Thought</td></tr> </table><p><u>Personalized ESOL Strand</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code </th><th>Course Name</th></tr> <tr><td>EDCI 538 </td><td> Strategies and Materials for Teaching English-Learners</td></tr> <tr><td>EDCI 539 </td><td> Linguistics</td></tr> <tr><td>EDCI 540 </td><td> Language and Culture in the Classroom</td></tr> <tr><td>EDCI 541 </td><td> Language Acquisition</td></tr> <tr><td>EDCI 543 </td><td> Assessing English-Learners</td></tr> <tr><td>EDGR 698 </td><td> Action Research - Capstone</td></tr> </table><h3 id="section---WhatCouldIDoAfterGraduation">What Could I Do After Graduation?</h3> <h4 id="section---CareerOpportunities">Career Opportunities</h4> <p>This program is designed to prepare you for work as an English teacher or curriculum developer. When you have decided upon the environment in which you'd like to work and the level at which you'd prefer to teach, you can begin your job search. You might seek positions such as: </p> <ul><li>Primary school E.S.O.L. specialist </li><li>Secondary school E.S.O.L. instructor </li><li>E.S.O.L. curriculum specialist </li><li>E.S.O.L. curriculum coordinator</li></ul>