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Course Description

The 20-hour teaching practicum course provides you with an opportunity to observe a TESL Canada certified ESL instructor in a live, in-person classroom setting in the English Language Program at the University of Calgary. This course aims to allow students the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills learned during the four TSL certificate courses in a supervised teaching practice setting.

 

The practicum placements will be determined in consultation with the Practicum Supervisor within 4 weeks of the commencement of the practicum placement. The 20 hours of observation and teaching are completed during the day (Monday to Saturday).

 

More details regarding TESL Canada approved practicums can be found on their website here.

 

 

Course Details

The TSL Practicum is optional; however, U of C TSL students seeking a Level 1 TESL Canada Professional Certificate must successfully complete the teaching practicum course.

 

The 20-hour practicum course consists of 10 hours of classroom observations and 10 hours of teaching using lesson plans you have prepared. You will receive valuable and timely feedback on your lesson plans and classroom delivery in the form of recommendations from your Practicum Sponsor Teacher.

 

The 20-hour practicum sessions are typically completed in 1.5-hour to 2-hour increments in 13-week semester courses in either a Grammar, Reading/Writing or Speaking/Listening course. There may be summer options available and Saturday options available in the fall and winter, as per the timetable.

 

In order to register for the TSL Practicum course, you must be registered in the TSL Level 1 certificate and have completed all four TSL certificate courses before starting the practicum. You can register in TSL 109 within 4 weeks of the completion of your last course. Practicum placements are limited, so please register early! .

Registration for this course will close a minimum of two weeks prior to the start of the practicum. 

Prerequisites

Must be registered in the TSL Level 1 Certificate, and completed all four TSL Certificate Level 1 courses

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Type
Practicum
Dates
Jan 16, 2025 to Apr 04, 2025
Hours
20.0
Delivery Options
Practicum  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $875.00
Potential Price Adjustments
Instructor(s)
Section Notes

Registration into the Winter practicum closes January 2, 2025.  

Registration must be completed by telephone: 403.220.2866 or 1.866.220.4992 (toll free).

Location: Main Campus, University of Calgary. The Practicum Supervisor will contact students with scheduling details prior to the course start date.

Prerequisite: Students must be registered in the TSL Level 1 Certificate, and have completed all four TSL Certificate Level 1 courses. 

This course uses Desire2Learn (D2L), an online learning management system. The instructor will post your course outline and other materials in D2L. For more information about D2L, please visit our Online Learning Resources.

Unless otherwise stated, notice of withdrawal or transfer from a course must be received at least seven calendar days prior to the start date of the course.

Register for three or more TSL courses and receive a 5% discount. 

Scheduled to be finalized by Practicum Supervisor 1 week before course commences. Supervisor will reach out to individual students.

You will find information about distance practicums here.

Type
Practicum
Dates
Apr 22, 2025 to Jul 18, 2025
Hours
20.0
Delivery Options
Practicum  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $875.00
Potential Price Adjustments
Instructor(s)
Section Notes

Registration into the Spring practicum closes March 25, 2025.

Registration must be completed by telephone: 403.220.2866 or 1.866.220.4992 (toll free).

Location: Main Campus, University of Calgary. The Practicum Supervisor will contact students with scheduling details prior to the course start date.

Prerequisite: Students must be registered in the TSL Level 1 Certificate, and have completed all four TSL Certificate Level 1 courses. 

This course uses Desire2Learn (D2L), an online learning management system. The instructor will post your course outline and other materials in D2L. For more information about D2L, please visit our Online Learning Resources.

Unless otherwise stated, notice of withdrawal or transfer from a course must be received at least seven calendar days prior to the start date of the course.

Register for three or more TSL courses and receive a 5% discount. 

Scheduled to be finalized by Practicum Supervisor 1 week before course commences. Supervisor will reach out to individual students.

You will find information about distance practicums here.

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