1112 - CRDLLA TESOL Program 2026
Course Description
The CRDLLA TESOL certification program, designed by the Center for Research & Development in Dual Language & Literacy Acquisition (CRDLLA) at Texas A&M University, will assist you in becoming an English language teacher. This self-paced, asynchronous, 120-hour course contains seven research-based modules prepared around specific learning topics. Each topic contains TESOL research, readings, internet resources, and reflection activities:
1) Theories of Language Acquisition and Foundations of Language Learning
2) ESL/EFL Methodology and Language Learning
3) Language Skills: Teaching & Practice
4) Unit Plans, Lesson Plans, & Syllabus Design
5) Classroom Management & Professionalism
6) Language Assessment & Evaluation
7) Professional Portfolio & Leadership
Certificate Levels and Application
The TESOL certification training program is designed by the Center for Research & Development in Dual Language & Literacy Acquisition (CRDLLA) at Texas A&M University. This is a self-paced 120-hour course. You are welcome to spend more or less time on it, depending on your teaching experience. The goal is to complete the course within three months. Each module contains introduction assignments, discussion activities, group experiences via our online platform, reflection essays, pretest, posttest, application of knowledge and skills in hands-on activities for practice, and a final portfolio project in the last module. After successful completion of the course, you will receive the CRDLLA 120-hour/12CEU TESOL Certificate. This course is strictly 90 days in length with no extensions or refunds.
Course Outline
Included Modules:
1) Theories of Language Acquisition and Foundations of Language Learning
2) ESL/EFL Methodology and Language Learning
3) Language Skills: Teaching & Practice
4) Unit Plans, Lesson Plans, & Syllabus Design
5) Classroom Management & Professionalism
6) Language Assessment & Evaluation
7) Professional Portfolio & Leadership
Learner Outcomes
Purpose of the program: Through interactive experiences with peers and the instructor, participants will develop their teaching philosophy, and pedagogical skills, and enhance their knowledge of second language acquisition to begin teaching experiences and continue developing professionally to work with Pre-K – Adult English language learners.Notes
Questions about the course?
Contact us at tesol@tamu.edu
*Please note: This course software works best in the Google Chrome browser. If you are experiencing difficulties with the course, please log out and try again in Chrome, if it is not your default browser, before contacting one of the instructors.
Disclaimer: If you reside outside of Texas, please ensure that your State Board of Education will accept continuing education credit from Texas A&M.
