Academic Policy Public Review

Language Proficiency Requirements for Teaching Assistants

Summary of Proposed Changes

  • Inclusion of the speaking section of the IELTS test as one of the options available to prospective nonnative speaking TAs.
  • Additional minor edits to correct typos or clarify language.
  • The Appendix has been rewritten to:
    • include the IELTS test as one of the testing options
    • use bullet points to make the section more readable.
    • change the course recommendations for students who have an ELP of “5”

View and download proposed policy changes (PDF)

View and download proposed Appendix changes (PDF)

View and download proposed FAQ changes (PDF)

The procedure document was reviewed but no revisions recommended.

Policy Contact Name
Jeff Lindgren
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