English as a Second Language (PreK-6)
The graduate program in English as a Second Language prepares candidates to serve linguistically and culturally diverse students in PreK-6 classrooms.
Both the master’s degree and initial license are obtained through the 36-credit program, including a practicum experience in an ESL classroom setting.
Completion of a teacher education program is one of the requirements for initial licensure from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). Applicants will undergo a review to determine whether they can demonstrate subject-matter knowledge for an initial license in English as a Second Language.
All students must contact their academic advisor to be cleared for registration in future semesters.
English as a Second Language Teacher Education Program (M.Ed.)
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Students who have completed an undergraduate teacher education program may waive course(s) from the graduate program with approval of their academic advisor.
Below is the suggested sequence of courses. Course work and program options are subject to change, and course sections may be added or cancelled during any semester based on enrollment.
EDU 5740 – Teaching and Learning in Inclusive Classrooms (4 cr) |
| EDU 5910 – Foundations for ESL Education (4 cr) |
| EDU 5900 – Linguistic Foundations (4 cr) |
| EDU 5550 – Teaching Reading and Writing Skills to English Language Learners (4 cr) |
| EDU 5530 – Assessment of English Language Learners (4 cr) Co-requisite: EDU 6507 Pre-Practicum Field-Based Experience (0 cr) |
| EDU 5580 – Literature in the Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Classroom (4 cr) |
| EDU 5560 – Teaching Content to English Language Learners (4 cr) Co-requisite: EDU 6507 Pre-Practicum Field-Based Experience (0 cr) |
| EDU 5590 – Current Issues and Trends in ELL (4 cr) |
EDU 6523 – Practicum for English Language Learners (PreK-6) (4 cr) |
PRACTICUM REQUIREMENTS
- Successful completion of the Communication & Literacy MTEL
- Online application of intent to the Field Placement office, with advisor approval
- Attendance at a practicum information session
- Successfully complete all required coursework for the program, and be in good academic standing in the graduate program (3.0 GPA)
MTEL REQUIREMENTS FOR INITIAL LICENSE IN ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
- Communications & Literacy Skills (01): Reading and Writing subtests
- English as a Second Language (54)
English as a Second Language - License Only
Candidates for the add-on license in English as a Second Language will already possess and initial license in another area. *This is not a full master’s option.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Suggested sequence of courses.
| EDU 5910 – Foundations for ESL Education (4 cr) |
| EDU 5900 – Linguistic Foundations (4 cr) |
| EDU 5530 – Assessment of English Language Learners (4 cr) |
| EDU 5560 – Teaching Content to English Language Learners (4 cr) |
INTERNSHIP REQUIREMENTS
- Successful completion of all MTEL exams related to the license
- Internship application with advisor permission and signature
- Attendance at an internship information session
- Good academic standing in the graduate program
MTEL REQUIREMENTS
- Communications & Literacy Skills (01): Reading and Writing subtests
- English as a Second Language (54)
*Course work and program options are subject to change.
