In the TSOL 122 Visiting Practicum course, students who have completed a minimum of 100 hours of TESOL coursework at an institution other than Selkirk College can gain first-hand experience observing and teaching in one of Selkirk's multicultural, skill-based ESL classes on campus. Students will be supported by experienced ESL instructors who provide one-on-one guidance, supervision and feedback.
Prerequisites: Minimum of 100 hours of TESOL coursework at another institution and education-related work/volunteer experience. (related work/volunteer experience to be reviewed by the School Chair.)
Accessibility Services Notice
Students who would like an academic accommodation and who have a documented disability should contact Accessibility Services, if they have not already done so.Course Details| Total number of weeks | 8 |
|---|
| Total Credits | |
|---|
| Total Hours | 30 |
|---|
Typical hours per week breakdown| Other | 3.75 |
|---|
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Record observations of English Language classes in an unbiased, non-judgmental way
- Prepare, in conversation with the sponsor teacher, appropriate; student-centred lesson plans
- Select and generate learning materials that meet course outcomes and support learner’s goals
- Demonstrate professionalism and foster a stimulating and inclusive learning environment in the classroom
- Deliver effective lessons in a multicultural, adult ESL classroom
- Reflect critically on lessons taught
- Design and conduct assessments linked to learning outcomes
Grading Table
Standard Academic and Career Programs Grading Table
| Percentage |
Letter Grade |
GPA |
| 90-100 |
A+ |
4.33 |
| 85-89 |
A |
4.00 |
| 80-84 |
A- |
3.67 |
| 76-79 |
B+ |
3.33 |
| 72-75 |
B |
3.00 |
| 68-71 |
B- |
2.67 |
| 64-67 |
C+ |
2.33 |
| 60-63 |
C |
2.00 |
| 55-59 |
C- |
1.67 |
| 50-54 |
P |
1.00 |
| 0-49 |
F |
0.00 |
| |
DNW |
0.00 |
See the Academic Calendar for General Information including how to withdraw from course(s) and other regulations.
Disclaimer
Information contained in this course outline is correct at the time of publication. Content of the course is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational, employment and market needs. The instructor will endeavor to provide notice of changes to students as soon as possible. The instructor reserves the right to add or delete material from courses.