Master of Arts in Education: Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

Program Description/Overview

The Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) program combines theory and practice for maximum impact in the learning environment. The program offers a perfect balance of TESOL methodology, linguistics, and education curriculum for both experienced and prospective ESL and EFL educators.

Program Learning Outcomes/Goals

1. Acquire a knowledge base and skills for development as a TESOL professional including an understanding of the history of TESOL and the TESOL profession
2. Gain a wide repertoire of appropriate methods and techniques for teaching English learners
3. Acquire knowledge of second language acquisition and learning theories and how they relate to methods and classroom applications
4. Develop an understanding, knowledge base and appropriate dispositions related to the historical, social, cultural, and political issues that impact teaching situations
5. Acquire a knowledge base in linguistics with focus on English structure, its use and functions in society
6. Acquire the ability to apply their knowledge of TESOL methodology and second language acquisition and learning theories to the development of lesson plans and curriculum design
7. Develop skills for the planning and implementation of standards-based ESL/EFL content-based instruction
8. Acquire knowledge of and develop skills for a variety of assessment measures for monitoring and evaluating the progress of English learners
9. Acquire knowledge of research methods and the ability to evaluate professional literature
10. Acquire knowledge and skills for the integration of technology into second language teaching curriculum

Program-Specific Admission Requirements

International applicants require an oral interview with the TESOL program director.

Credit Units

Total Credit Units: 30

Total Core Credit Units: 30

Total Elective Credit Units: N/A

Total Concentration Credit Units: N/A

Curriculum Plan

Gainful Employment

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