The English as a Second Language (ESL) minor provides a learning opportunity to all DePaul students for those interested in working with second language learners. Students gain a comprehensive and in-depth understanding of second-language acquisition, as well as related educational theories and practices.
Students interested in this minor should consult home college advisors and secure permission from the Bilingual-Bicultural Education Program to enroll.
Course Requirements
7 courses are required for the minor:
| Course | Title | Quarter Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BBE 310 | SPECIAL TOPICS IN LANGUAGE EDUCATION AND CULTURE | 4 |
| BBE 370 | LANGUAGE, LITERACIES AND CULTURES | 4 |
| BBE 307 | EQUITY ISSUES IN ASSESSMENT OF LANGUAGE LEARNERS | 4 |
| BBE 325 | BILITERACY PRACTICES IN BILINGUAL EDUCATION AND ESL | 4 |
| BBE 324 | METHODS OF TEACHING ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE | 4 |
| BBE 326 | THEORETICAL FOUNDATIONS OF TEACHING ESL AND WLE | 4 |
| BBE 360 | SECOND, WORLD AND HERITAGE LANGUAGE ACQUISITION | 4 |
Minor in ESL with ESL Endorsement
This option is only available to undergraduates in the College of Education pursuing ISBE Licensure.
The minor with endorsement requires the above 7 courses PLUS 100 fieldwork hours (including registration in BBE 96).
| Course | Title | Quarter Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BBE 96 | 100 FIELD EXPERIENCE HOURS IN ESL / BE DOCUMENTED | 0 |
Note: Individuals interested in pursuing a minor in bilingual and a minor in ESL need to select the combined ESL-Bilingual (ESL-BE) minor. Individuals cannot earn a separate minor for both areas.