Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
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The Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages minor provides students with a foundation in second language teaching practice and the theory of second language acquisition. The program aims to support students with opportunities to teach English globally or locally. Students will gain a well-rounded education in theory and practices of instructed second language teaching, second language acquisition, English grammar, Syntax, and Phonetics.
**To sign up for any TESOL course, you must sign up for the Google Form waitlist listed at the top.**
Minor Requirements Sheet (PDF)
TESOL Course Yearly Layout:
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Fall Quarter |
Winter Quarter | Spring Quarter |
| LING 141: Second Language Acquisition (Professor Kessler) | LING 139: Intro to TESOL (Dr. Webb) | LING 140: English Grammar for Teachers (Professor Kessler) |
| LING 148AA: TESOL Practicum (Dr. Webb) | ||
Courses Related to the Minor:
LING 148AA: On-site Introductory Practicum is designed for students who are interested in teaching/tutoring English as a second or foreign language to adult learners, either abroad or in the United States. Through engagement with course curriculum/materials and through site-based observations, classroom and small group/individual teaching opportunities, and pedagogical feedback from a mentor teacher, practicum students will develop experiential knowledge regarding the applications of theoretical and pedagogical concepts in the teaching and learning of English as an additional language. The course will run Spring 2025. Please use the following form to reserve your spot and receive information about how to sign up: LING 148 Practicum in TESOL Google Form
Additional Resources
Are you a graduating senior looking for a summer job in 2026? TESOL practicum course graduates are invited to apply for a potential *paid* summer English language teaching position here in Santa Barbara.
If you are interested in getting more involved in TESOL, check out our page on Shoreline!
Check out our TESOL minor Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/590518591293913
TESOL Resources
For common questions on how you can leverage the TESOL minor post-graduation, practical advantages, and career opportunities!
Check out our Shoreline student group for jobs, workshops and getting involved!
Sign up with our TESOL Facebook group to get more involved!
TESOL Instructors
For questions on TESOL course content, TESOL minor benefits, information on career opportunities, and guidance on professional credentials, contact either: