Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)

A successful graduate of this Diploma can:

1. Design lesson & unit plans appropriate to the language proficiency level, learning needs and goals of the learner/s using the fundamentals of effective instructional planning.
2. Deliver language lessons according to best practice methodology using appropriate classroom management strategies and resources.
3. Manage classroom climate/environment using principles of student-centred practice.
4. Analyse learner’s English language proficiency using a language proficiency framework such as the Canadian Language Benchmarks.
5. Prepare oral and written remedial feedback to learners about their language performance in a constructive and specific manner.
6. Self-assess lesson/unit lesson planning and delivery for effectiveness in meeting teaching goals.
7. Model correct usage of English grammatical structures and pronunciation.
8. Exhibit a professional and responsible attitude with regard to administrative/teaching and collegial responsibilities.

Program-specific

General

• This program is available to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. See program options for international students at VCC International.
• Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous are strongly encouraged to connect with VCC’s Indigenous Education and Community Engagement team to learn more about VCC’s Indigenous Enrolment policy, application preparation/completion, program advising, and a range of other individualized services.
• Applicants must be 16 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school. (Some exceptions may apply.)
• Applicants must submit official transcripts and other documents as required by their course or program. Seats are offered to eligible applicants with completed applications, in order of application completion date (except for programs with competitive admissions). A complete application includes an application form, evidence of educational pre-requisites (e.g. transcripts), any required supporting documents (e.g. language proficiency, audition video), and the required deposit or fee payment. If you do not meet the requirements for the term applied, your application may be cancelled.

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