English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
and Bilingual/ESOL endorsements
The Division of Teacher Education offers endorsements in ESOL and Bilingual/ESOL. The program leads to an add-on endorsement to an Oregon teaching license and can be completed in three ways:
1. By itself
2. In conjunction with an undergraduate program
3. In conjunction with a graduate program
Important links:
- Program mission and learning outcomes
- Information for undergraduate and post-baccalaureate students
- Information for graduate students
- Courses offered in school districts (on-site)
- ESOL practicum policy
- ESOL mentor observation form
- Practicum guide for adding an ESOL or ESOL/Bilingual Endorsement
- Information about ESOL ORELA exam and study sessions
Important announcement about testing:
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Bilingual/ESOL Endorsement and Bilingual Teacher Initiative
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Requirements for the Bilingual/ESOL endorsement are the same as the ESOL endorsement except that to be endorsed as Bilingual/ESOL a candidate must show foreign language proficiency by completing at least 6 credits upper division foreign language coursework or by passing the Praxis II Language Specialization exams.
The Bilingual Teacher Initiative recruits, retains and recognizes bilingual students in teacher preparation programs at WOU. A variety of support services and opportunities are offered students pursuing the Bilingual/ESOL Endorsement, who are known as Bilingual Fellows. Link to learn more.
Program advisers
| Students with surnames A-L | Students with surnames M-Z |
Dr. Maria Dantas-Whitney 503-838-8636 . Ed 202N |
Dr. Karie Mize 503-838-8724 . Ed 103 |
Program faculty
A student's words... "The (ESOL) program has equipped me with crucial skills that I have been able to use in my student teaching placement. I have learned so much about ELLs (English Language Learners) and how to make my students feel more comfortable in the classroom. I feel well-prepared to enter into the teaching profession and implement valuable and effective strategies.
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503-838-8636 . Ed 202N
Dr. Carmen Caceda
503-838-8409 . Ed 163
503-838-8724 . Ed 103


