Learn More & Register for MLL Graduate Studies

Spring 2026

Instructor: Amy Correia
Course Occurs: Jan. 21, 2026 – May 5, 2026 (12 weeks)
Registration Deadline: January 10, 2026
Course Fee: $1,125

Course Schedule: Online synchronous and via Zoom on Tues. 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Course Descriptions

This course includes advanced studies on issues related to education for Multilingual Learners (MLLs).

Participants will learn about language assistance programs, how to staff such programs, instructional methods and approaches for MLLs, the importance of multilingualism and equitable assessment practices for MLLs, how to evaluate curriculum choices and become an agent of change to improve education for MLLs in their district and/or school. (Online) Pre: Currently hold a school-based leadership certification (e.g. administrator, superintendent); permission of instructor.

Learning Outcomes:

As a result of participating in this course, administrators will

Analyze the purpose, selection, and implementation of language assistance programs in their school and district when compared with research-based practices.
Identify and describe best instructional practices for MLLs with regard to methods, approaches, and curriculum choices.
Examine and critique the equity, effectiveness, and use of content and language assessment policies, practices, and accommodations for MLLs.
Evaluate current practices in how MLL subgroups (i.e. SLIFE, dually identified ELs, newcomers, etc.) are supported in their school or district.
Demonstrate a deep understanding of school and district practices that impact MLLs and their families to serve as an Educational Leader who is an agent of change.

For more information about the content of the course, please contact
Amy Correia at correia@uri.edu

For more information about registration and payment for the course, please contact
Sierra Perez at sierra.perez@uri.edu.

Non-Degree and New Students

How to Register for the Seminar in Digital Authorship

Step 1: Non-Degree Application

If you are not currently enrolled or accepted into a URI program yet, you will complete one non-degree application for each semester you wish to enroll. Here are the steps:

Non-Degree Application

Trouble Accessing the Website?

If you see an error message that states “You are not authorized for this page”, please try accessing the non-degree application form again by doing one or both of the following:

Try to access the form from a new device or browser that you have never used to log into URI e-Campus, or using your browser “in-private” mode.

Open a browser that you have previously used to access e-Campus, please clear your browser history, close the browser, and then open it again to access the form.

Step 2: Create URI Account and ID

Within three business days of the submission of your application form, you will receive your URI Student ID# via an email from es-registration-group@uri.edu (no-reply). Be sure to check your spam folder for receipt of this notification. If this is your first time applying to take a course at URI, you will then use your URI ID# to register for e-Campus, URI’s student information system. To create your e-Campus account, visit Getting Started – Students and click on the “Register for an eCampus Account” link. You will create a username and password. (SSO)access.

Step 3: Enroll in eCampus

To complete your enrollment for URI credits, you will enroll into the class in eCampus. Follow these step-by-step instructions for enrolling in URI courses via e-Campus. You will need to obtain the course, section, and permission number from your high school instructor. You can access eCampus through MyApps:

My Apps (e-campus)

Search for the Course

Course Title and Code: EDU 598 Advanced Study in Multilingual Learner Education for Administrators
Semester: Spring 2026
Section Number: 0250
Permission Number: Required

Recommend Last Day to Register: January 10, 2026

Step 4: Create URI Email

You will be able to access your uri.edu email address through SSO within several hours of your URI concurrent enrollment course registration. The username you select for e-Campus will also serve as your URI email User ID. If you encounter any issues related to your URI e-Campus or uri.edu accounts, please contact the URI IT Service Desk at 401-874-4357 or helpdesk@uri.edu.

IT Help Desk

What is Single Sign-On?

The University of Rhode Island requires SSO and multi-factor authentication be enabled on your URI issued accounts (@uri.edu). You will primarily use the Duo mobile App, or you can use other secondary methods (such as a phone call or text message).