Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

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

This program is designed for students seeking a master's degree in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). It can also provide initial New York State certification in English to speakers of other languages (ESOL) for teachers (Pre-K-Grade 12), or additional ESOL certification for those already certified. Holders of this master's degree can obtain professional certification in ESOL upon completion of additional requirements. Applicants for this degree include:

Sequence 1 (33 credits). Students who already possess New York State certification and who seek additional certification as teachers of ESOL PRE-K-grade 12.

Sequence 2 (39-42 credits). Liberal arts and sciences graduates who lack education courses and who seek initial certification in ESOL PRE-K-grade 12.

Sequence 3 (30-33 credits). Teachers and prospective teachers of adult education and others who desire advanced study in TESOL but are not seeking PRE-K-grade 12 certification.

Sequence 4 (33-36 credits). Graduates of linguistics programs or others who have met requirements for linguistics and foundations courses and who seek PRE-K-grade 12 ESOL certification.

Sequence 5 (36 credits). Teachers who hold a valid Transitional B certificate in ESOL from New York State.

T.E.S.O.L. Admission Requirements

  • Possess a bachelor's degree (or its equivalent) from an accredited college or university that meets New York State requirements for a general education core in the liberal arts and sciences. This degree shall include a minimum of 6 credits in English literature.
  • For Sequence 1, possess New York State teacher certification. For Sequence 3, hold a valid New York State Transitional B certificate in T.E.S.O.L.
  • For Sequence 2, submit scores on the New York State Liberal Arts and Sciences Test (L.A.S.T.).
  • Demonstrate the ability to pursue graduate study successfully by having an undergraduate index of B or a master's degree.
  • Demonstrate the study of a language and culture other than English (12 credits) or an equivalent experience.
  • Submit two (2) letters of recommendation and a 500-word essay on career goals.
  • Participate in an interview that requires producing a writing sample in English, or, if the applicant resides abroad and cannot participate in an interview, present a Test of Spoken English (T.S.E.) score of at least 55.
  • If the undergraduate degree was earned in a language other than English, present a paper-based T.O.E.F.L. score of at least 600 and a Test of Written English (T.W.E.) score of at least 6, or a computer-based T.O.E.F.L. score of at least 250, or evidence of a master's degree earned in English.
  • Satisfy appropriate voice, speech, and health standards.
  • Meet additional departmental, divisional, and New York State requirements, if any.
  • If conditionally admitted, make up requirements starting in the first semester and finishing in no more than three consecutive semesters.

T.E.S.O.L. Degree Requirements

Students must consult with an adviser in the T.E.S.O.L. program before starting their master's program. During their first semester, matriculated students are required to plan their graduate program with an adviser in the T.E.S.O.L. program. All students will complete the curriculum corresponding to one of the sequences below: 30 credits (Sequence 1); 36-39 credits (Sequence 2); 30-33 credits (Sequence 3); or 33 credits (Sequence 4). All courses must be selected in consultation with, and with the approval of, an adviser in T.E.S.O.L.

Curriculum: Sequence 1 (30 credits)

The 30-credit curriculum for Sequence 1 consists of five instructional areas.

  1. Language Education (12): *SPE 703 (3), ESC 725 (3), 759 (3), and 760 (3).
  2. Cultural Perspectives (3): ESC 769 (3) or another course in cultural perspectives selected in consultation with the adviser.
  3. Methods, Materials, and Evaluation (9): EDC/EDE 727 (3), ESC 761 (3), and 766 (3).
  4. Practicum (3): ESC 797 (3).
  5. Master's Project (3): ESC 708 (3). Culminates in an approved curriculum project.

Curriculum: Sequence 2 (36-39 credits)

The 36-39 credit curriculum for Sequence 2 consists of six instructional areas.

  1. General Education (6): ESC 501 (3) and 502 (3).
  2. Language Education (12): *SPE 703 (3), ESC 725 (3), 759 (3), and 760 (3).
  3. Cultural Perspectives (3): ESC 769 (3) or another course in cultural perspectives selected in consultation with the adviser.
  4. Methods, Materials, and Evaluation (9): EDC/EDE 727 (3), ESC 761 (3), and 766 (3).
  5. Practicum (3-6): ESC 797 (3-6).
  6. Master's Project (3): ESC 708 (3). Culminates in an approved curriculum project.

Curriculum: Sequence 3 (33 credits)

The 30-33-credit curriculum for Sequence 4 consists of six instructional areas.

  1. General Education (3): ESC 502 (3).
  2. Language Education (12): *SPE 703 (3), ESC 725 (3), 759 (3), and 760 (3).
  3. Cultural Perspectives (3): ESC 769 (3) or another course in cultural perspectives selected in consultation with the adviser.
  4. Methods, Materials, and Evaluation (9): EDC/EDE 727 (3), ESC 761 (3), and 766 (3).
  5. Practicum (3): ESC 611 (0), 612 (0), 797 (3).
  6. Master's Project (3): ESC 708 (3). Culminates in an approved curriculum project.

Curriculum: Sequence 4 (30-33 credits)

The 30-33 credit curriculum for Sequence 3 consists of six instructional areas.

  1. General Education (6): ESC 501 (3) and 502 (3).
  2. Language Education (9): *SPE 703 (3), ESC 725 (3), and 760 (3).
  3. Cultural Perspectives (3): ESC 769 (3) or another course in cultural perspectives selected in consultation with the adviser.
  4. Methods, Materials, and Evaluation (6): ESC 761 (3) and 766 (3).
  5. Practicum (3-6): ESC 797 (3-6).
  6. Master's Project (3): ESC 708 (3). Culminates in an approved curriculum project.

Additional Requirements for Initial and Professional Certification in T.E.S.O.L. and E.S.O.L.

In order to be recommended for initial certification in T.E.S.O.L .Birth-grade 12, students must: (a) complete the master's degree (Sequences 2 or 4) with a cumulative index of 3.0 or better; and (b) present passing scores on the following New York State examinations: L.A.S.T., A.T.S.-W., and E.S.O.L.

In order to qualify for professional certification in E.S.O.L., in addition to the master's degree (Sequences 1, 2, or 4), teachers must complete one year of mentored, full-time teaching and two years of full-time teaching in a public or private school which serves Birth-grade 12, and must meet any additional New York State requirements.

Advanced Certificate: Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)

This program is designed for students who already have a master's degree, who possess New York State teacher certification, and who seek additional New York State certification in teaching English to speakers of other languages (T.E.S.O.L.) Birth-grade 12.

Last modified: Oct 13, 2011

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