English as a Second Language (Grades P-12), Endorsement Preparation Program
Endorsement Preparation Programs
These are programs of study which prepare the candidate, upon recommendation from EKU, for professional endorsement by the Commonwealth of Kentucky Education Professional Standards Board (EPSB.) Endorsements are opportunities to increase an educator's instructional repertoire in specialized areas, such as English as a Second Language (ESL), Gifted and Talented (GT), literacy specialist, and teacher leader. Endorsements can be earned toward a rank change. In some cases, the endorsement may be earned as part of a degree program (MAEd Middle Grade, MAEd Secondary, MAEd School Librarian).
For information on the following endorsement programs, go to the Teaching, Learning, & Educational Leadership website at https://curriculum.eku.edu/endorsement-programs
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| EME 751 | Linguistics in the Curriculum | 3 |
| EMS 775 | Methods for Multilingual Learners | 3 |
| EMS 776 | Assessment Methods for Multilingual Learners | 3 |
| EMS 777 | Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Teaching | 3 |
| Total Hours | 12 | |
Upon completion of the ESL endorsement, the candidate must pass the Kentucky TESOL Praxis in order to have the endorsement added to their teaching certificate.