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GWC Offers Bilingual-ESL Teaching Endorsement
11/6/2009
WILLIAMS BAY, Wis. — George Williams College of Aurora University now offers an endorsement program in Bilingual Education and English as a Second Language (ESL) to assist current and prospective classroom teachers. The program provides important strategies and interventions for the classroom.
Classes may be taken in conjunction with the Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction program or as a separate program for already certified teachers. Coursework is offered to accommodate the working student. Collaboration with classmates and mentoring by experienced teachers and professors add to the comprehensive training.
"This certification program is for classroom teachers encountering students of different cultures who need additional teaching methods geared to these diverse populations," said Judy Moser, coordinator of the Master of Arts in Teaching program. "It provides skills for ESL as well as bilingual or dual-language programs."
Linda Olbinski, academic dean of George Williams College said "From the very inception of this program at Aurora University, the College of Education has taken great pride in keeping abreast of the changing trends and needs in the communities it serves."
To learn more about the Bilingual Education-ESL Endorsement program, call Judy Moser at 262-245-8566 or e-mail jmoser@aurora.edu.
Aurora University is an inclusive community dedicated to the transformative power of learning. Approximately 4,000 degree-seeking students are enrolled each year on the university's Illinois and Wisconsin campuses, and the university is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association to award degrees at the bachelor's, master's, and doctoral levels. The George Williams College campus offers 15 academic programs, unique conference facilities, and is home to Music by the Lake and other education and enrichment programs.
For more information on George Williams College, visit aurora.edu/gwc or call 262-245-8564.
