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Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (MA)

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (MA)

Webster University

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Location

United States of America

Qualification

Post Graduate(PG)

Fees

Duration

2 years

Next intake

Fall, Summer, Spring

Entry score

2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)

The MA in TESOL at Webster University is crafted for those aiming to enhance the English skills of non-native and multilingual speakers, whether in English-speaking or non-English-speaking environments. 🌍📚

This program equips candidates with:

  • Theoretical Knowledge 📖: A deep understanding of culture, language structure, first and second language acquisition theory, and critical aspects of language education.
  • Practical Skills 🛠️: Expertise in curriculum and materials development, teaching methodology, assessment, and research.
  • Teaching Preparation 🍎: Training to become effective language teachers, ready to meet the diverse needs of English language learners.

With a focus on both theory and practice, the MA in TESOL prepares graduates to excel in developing language skills across various contexts.

Graduates of the MA in TESOL program will be able to:

  1. Understand Language Features 🌐:
    • Describe the key features of language that learners need to acquire, aligning with TESOL Standard 1: Knowledge About Language.
  2. Cultural Context Awareness 🌏:
    • Explain the academic and personal characteristics of language learners and educators to make culturally relevant instructional choices, as per TESOL Standard 2: Sociocultural Context of Learners and Teachers.
  3. Design & Implement Instruction 🛠️:
    • Create and deliver standards-based instruction using evidence-based strategies and approaches, following TESOL Standard 3: Planning and Implementing Instruction.
  4. Analyze Assessment Tools 📊:
    • Evaluate and interpret various language assessment tools and data to enhance language and content instruction, meeting TESOL Standard 4: Assessment and Evaluation.
  5. Professionalism & Leadership 🌟:
    • Demonstrate professionalism and leadership in language instruction, collaboration, and advocacy, adhering to TESOL Standard 5: Professionalism and Leadership.

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