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With a combination theory and practice you can become

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a licensed Oregon ESOL instructor.

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Hello, I'm Anakaren Puentes, a senior at WOU

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in the ESOL endorsement program. 

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You may wonder why I choose the ESOL program and if it's right for you. 

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In order to decide, ask yourself these questions.

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Do you want a specialized skill set for teaching?

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Do you want to reach language learners to help them reach their full potential? 

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Do you want to be more marketable to school districts? 

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If you checked any of these boxes, you should pursue the ESOL endorsement. 

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It is important to note that you do not have to be bilingual in order to complete the program.

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The ESOL program offer options for both undergraduate and graduate students. 

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For undergrads, you can pursue an ESOL minor or the ESOL endorsement. 

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For grad students, you can pursue an ESOL certificate or the ESOL endorsement.

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I chose to get my ESOL endorsement at Western because 

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there's more job opportunities and I want to work with a variety of students. 

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Here's a quick look at the program requirements. 

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ESOL has a core curriculum of 21 hours. 

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You will need to take six courses, pass a test,

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and take the ESOL practicum. 

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With ESOL credentials you can serve in the following areas:

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ESOL Classroom, ELD Specialist, Academic Communications Instructor,

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GED Instructor, TESOL Instructor, Speech Instructor. 

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Finally, I'd like to introduce you to two people 

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who make up Western's ESOL program, 

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Maria Dantas-Whitney and Jessica Dougherty.

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They are skilled and trained professionals who have made a difference in my education.

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The ESOL program can help you expand your teaching career 

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to serve a unique student population. 

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If you have any questions, contact the department at wou.edu/esol.  

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Thank you!

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