M.Ed. TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)

TESOLFeatured Courses

The online master’s degree in TESOL features a blend of theory and practice in second language learning and teaching. In your course work, you can expect to learn how to develop curricula and meaningfully assess ESL students. You’ll also learn how to teach reading and writing to second language learners and understand how second languages are acquired.  

EDUC 524
ESL/ELL Instruction 3 credits
The purpose of this course is to introduce candidates to the theory and practice of second language teaching and learning.
EDUC 594
Research Evaluation and Design 3 credits
This course emphasizes the development of skills in qualitative and quantitative research methods, and the evaluation of various forms of existing information, with emphasis on the ability to relate this information to personal professional practice
EDUC 527
ESL/TESOL Capstone 3 credits
This course is designed as a culminating experience for the ESL/TESOL graduate programs. Candidates are asked to reflect on key areas of learning and application that they have encountered throughout the ESL/TESOL graduate curriculum. The candidates will also critique and analyze various aspects of their fieldwork experience. All required documentation related to coursework and 45 clock-hour fieldwork experiences will be collected and reviewed.

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TESOLSample Schedule of Courses

The following sample course of study is an example of the sequence of courses you might take in order to receive your degree. Please plan to discuss your actual course of study with your advisor, who can help you stay on track to meet your academic and professional goals.

TESOL Courses
EDUC 524
ESL/ELL Instruction 3 cr.
EDUC 525
ESL/ELL Curriculum and Assessment 3 cr.
EDUC 623
Linguistics for Educators 3 cr.
EDUC 526
Language and Culture 3 cr.
EDUC 594
Research Evaluation and Design 3 cr.
EDUC 640
Second Language Acquisition 3 cr.
EDUC 621
Teaching ESL Writing 3 cr.
EDUC 519
Word Study: Decoding, Comprehension & Fluency 3 cr.
EDUC 527
ESL/TESOL Capstone 3 cr.
EDUC 625
Serving and Leading in Community and World 3 cr.
30 Total Credits
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