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Dec 16, 2024
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2014-2015 Graduate Catalogue Archived Catalogue
English as a Second Language Specialization, M.Ed.
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Graduate Coordinator: Dr. N. Eleni Pappamihiel
The Master of Education with specialization in English as a Second Language is designed as an intensive program for students who already hold a bachelor’s degree and teacher certification. Successful completion of the program will prepare candidates to take the Praxis II in English as a Second Language and/or expand their current knowledge of the field at the graduate level. The target audiences are certified teachers who wish to add a graduate level ESL certification to their current licensure area and current ESL teachers who wish to improve their knowledge of and expertise in the field of ESL.
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Objectives
Upon completion of the Masters of Education (M.Ed.) with specialization in English as a Second Language (ESL), the student should be able to:
- Demonstrate a depth and breadth of general knowledge in the field of ESL.
- Demonstrate a well-articulated knowledge of K-12 communities and issues affecting the English language learner population.
- Demonstrate effective communication skills that can be utilized when interacting with colleagues, administrators, and families.
- Design, implement, and assess effective instruction
- Establish a classroom environment sensitive to the cultural and linguistic needs of all students
- Demonstrate effective knowledge of state and federal policies and regulations with regard to the ESL population.
- Use technology to enhance the academic achievement of English language learners.
- Demonstrate effective leadership within the school environment.
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree earned from a regionally accredited institution, completed before graduate study begins.
- Official copies of transcripts of college work (graduate and undergraduate). An undergraduate grade average of “B” (GPA=3.0) or better is recommended.
- Three recommendations by individuals in relevant professional fields.
- A letter of interest describing commitment to the teaching profession, prior experiences working with English language learners, prior experiences in schools, and philosophy of teaching and learning.
- Application and supplemental documents must be submitted by the published deadline.
Degree Requirements (33 total hours)
Professional Core (9 credit hours)
ESL Core (18 credit hours)
Electives (6 credit hours)
- Two electives (as approved by the Program Coordinator) from EDN, EDL , or MIT 500-599.
Exit Requirements
- Teaching portfolio, completed as part of EDN 517
- Action Research Project
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