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Teaching English Language Learners (TELL) Part 1 AQ (Trent, Summer 2026, Online)

July 6, 2026 to July 31, 2026

  • Category: AQ, Online
  • Region: Central Ontario, Eastern Ontario, GTA, Northern Ontario, Outside Ontario, Southern Ontario
  • Topic: ESL and ELD
  • Grades: Intermediate (grades 7-10), JK-SK, Junior (grades 4-6), Primary (grades 1-3), Senior (grades 11-12)

Many schools are populated with a student body comprised of English Language Learners from various cultural and linguistic backgrounds. TELL Part 1 offers teachers a better understanding of how to meet the growing needs of English Language Learners.

Focusing on theories of second language acquisition, course participants will learn how to assess, accommodate and program for English as a Second Language (ESL) and English Language Development (ELD) students. As well, participants will gain an understanding of how to create a learning environment that fosters equity and inclusiveness.

This course will appeal to those who wish to deepen their knowledge on English Language learning and who are looking for tools and resources to support ESL and ELD students in regular classroom settings.

 

PREREQUISITES

  • OCT Member in Good Standing or OCT applicant if new Ontario BEd graduate (Read more)
  • Your teacher education program coursework and practicum must be successfully completed before registration
  • Qualification in at least one teaching division (e.g., Primary, Junior, Intermediate or Senior division qualifications)