Course Descriptions

MATSOL courses focus on developing the knowledge and skills of educators working with English learners.

• ESL Instruction
• Supporting Content Learning
• Supporting Diverse Needs of English Learners
• Academic Conversations
• For Administrators
• SEI Endorsement

ESL Instruction

• New! Flexible ESL Lesson Design for In-person & Remote Instruction (EL-117)

Supporting Content Learning 

• Introduction to English Language Development Standards in Massachusetts (EL-101)*
• Supporting English Learners in Specialty Subjects & Support Services (EL-103)
• Early English Language Development for PK-K Teachers (EL-104)*
• Academic English for English Learners in Math and Science (EL-106)*

Supporting Diverse Needs of English Learners

• Students with Limited or Interrupted Formal Education (SLIFE) (EL-109)
• Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Learners with Special Needs (EL-113)
• Integrating Socio-Emotional Learning for English Learners (EL-114)

Academic Conversations

• Teaching English Learners with Academic Conversations (EL-105) 

For Administrators

• Supporting Teachers of ELs Through Observational Protocols (EL-107)
• Leading for English Learner Equity and Achievement (EL-116)

Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement 

SEI Endorsement Frequently Asked Questions

• Massachusetts SEI Teacher Endorsement Course (RE-600)
• Massachusetts CVTE SEI Teacher Endorsement Course (VT-600)
• Massachusetts SEI Administrator Endorsement Course (RE-601)