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2021-2022 Traditional Undergraduate Academic Catalog 
    
2021-2022 Traditional Undergraduate Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

EFL (English as a Foreign Language)/Non-Certifiable


Students who have successfully completed a minor in English as a Foreign Language from Lakeland University should be able to:

  • Demonstrate a high degree of fluency in English.
  • Describe the linguistic and paralinguistic features of the English language.
  • Recognize the processes through which languages are acquired in both formal and informal contexts.
  • Identify the developmental, social, political, and cultural contexts of their students’ lives and educational experiences.
  • Explain how the development, social, political, and cultural contexts relate to classroom performance and educational practice.
  • Employ effective curriculum, instruction and assessment practices for English language learners.
  • Explain how the relevant communities of English language learners affect linguistic success.
  • Engage in ongoing professional development, networking, research, and innovation (see Standard 9, Wisconsin Teacher Standards)

Minor Requirements (21-23 semester hours)


There is considerable demand for professionals to teach English in the USA and around the world. This program would enhance student’s preparation to teach English overseas in private language schools, university language centers, and businesses. In addition, this program can prepare students to teach in the USA in contexts outside the K-12 system including community-based organizations, intensive English programs, and technical and community colleges.