EdTerps Learning Academy - PK-12 Education Programs

The EdTerps Learning Academy provides formal and informal training and professional development opportunities that encompass current evidence-based research and practice related to instruction, policy analysis, counseling, and human development.

Mentoring and advising are an essential part of the program. Students meet with the academic program director to ensure that educational goals and career learning and development goals are met. Students should contact Dr. Sarah C. K. Moore: sckmoore@umd.edu.

Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), Online (Z128) is a 12-credit, 4-course graduate program developed for in-service educators to enhance their expertise in teaching English learners. 

• The program also targets educators currently teaching in TESOL settings or those interested in future teaching.
• Successful completion equips current Maryland educators to pass the Praxis exam and add the ESOL endorsement to an existing teaching certificate.
• Can be completed in 12 months of continuous part-time enrollment. See Designation of Full-time/Part-time Status.
• Participants who successfully complete the requirements for the Post-Baccalaureate Certificate may apply these credits towards the MEd-TESOL if the student applies and is admitted. If applying within a 5-year period of completion, students do not need to resubmit accompanying application materials or pay the application fee.

Program Features

Provides in-service educators with three curriculum specializations to enhance their expertise in teaching English learners: 

• TESOL Practice
• Language Policy in TESOL and Applied Linguistics
• Theoretical Foundations of TESOL and Applied Linguistics

Students work with their advisor in close consultation to ensure proper course sequencing. Coursework may be adapted for a student’s needs.

Registration Overview

• See the sample plan of study below. Students should use this as a guide to develop a plan with the academic program director. 
• Actual course offerings are determined by the program and may vary. Students should note if a course has a prerequisite or corequisite.
• Specific class meeting information (days and time) is posted on UMD’s interactive web service, Testudo. Once on that site, select “Schedule of Classes,” then the term/year. Courses are listed by academic unit.
• The program uses specific section codes for registration that are listed on the sample plan of study.

Sample Plan

Classes held during condensed fall and spring sessions [6 weeks each in fall (year 1 or 2) and spring (year 1 or 2)] and Summer Session (two 6-week sessions).

Courses

Below is a listing of all program courses by specialization. For a detailed course description that includes pre-requisites or co-requisites, see TLPL.

Specialization 1: TESOL Practice

Specialization 2: Language Policy in TESOL and Applied Linguistics

Specialization 3: Theoretical Foundations of TESOL and Applied Linguistics

Overview

• Features 100% online learning.
• Uses the semester academic calendar with classes held during condensed fall and spring sessions [6 weeks each in fall (year 1 or 2) and spring (year 1 or 2) and Summer Session (two 6-week sessions].

Online Instruction

• Using advanced audio and video technology, UMD’s online learning environment delivers dynamic and interactive content.
• Featuring convenience and flexibility, online instruction permits synchronous participation.
• Students attend lectures virtually (e.g., use of video technology, such as Zoom).