Master of Arts in Teaching English as a Second Language 24 months Postgraduate Program By Northern Arizona University |Top Universities

Master of Arts in Teaching English as a Second Language

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Program Duration

24 monthsProgram duration

Main Subject Area

Education and TrainingMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Education and Training

Study Level

Masters

Our TESL degree combines a strong theoretical foundation in applied linguistics with practical training in the teaching of English to people who speak other native languages. Program goals The principal goals of the program are to: provide the linguistic theory necessary for ESL/EFL teachers equip teachers with the practical skills needed for effective language teaching prepare students for further study in English language teaching, applied linguistics, and related fields Tracks The MA-TESL program has three tracks: Applied Linguistics NOTE: These coursework plans are for advising purposed ONLY. These are unofficial documents (Coursework Plan) Language Teaching NOTE: These coursework plans are for advising purposed ONLY. These are unofficial documents (Coursework Plan) Language Teaching for Practicing Teachers Careers: The MA TESL degree provides students with the theory and practical skills needed for effective language teaching and related career paths. It also prepares students for further study in applied linguistics and related fields. The degree opens up many career opportunities in the U.S. and abroad. Career opportunities that might be pursued: Teacher of English as a second language (in English speaking countries) in, for example, university intensive English programs, community colleges, adult education programs, language programs for new immigrants and refugees Teacher of English as a foreign language (in non-English speaking countries), in, for example, universities, private language schools, binational centers, English for academic purposes foundation programs Language program coordinator or administrator Test developer Teacher trainer Curriculum/materials specialist (for publishing houses) English Language Fellow, U.S. Peace Corps teacher ESL coordinator in K-12 contexts (for those who enter the program with teaching credentials)

Program overview

Main Subject

Education and Training

Study Level

Masters

Our TESL degree combines a strong theoretical foundation in applied linguistics with practical training in the teaching of English to people who speak other native languages. Program goals The principal goals of the program are to: provide the linguistic theory necessary for ESL/EFL teachers equip teachers with the practical skills needed for effective language teaching prepare students for further study in English language teaching, applied linguistics, and related fields Tracks The MA-TESL program has three tracks: Applied Linguistics NOTE: These coursework plans are for advising purposed ONLY. These are unofficial documents (Coursework Plan) Language Teaching NOTE: These coursework plans are for advising purposed ONLY. These are unofficial documents (Coursework Plan) Language Teaching for Practicing Teachers Careers: The MA TESL degree provides students with the theory and practical skills needed for effective language teaching and related career paths. It also prepares students for further study in applied linguistics and related fields. The degree opens up many career opportunities in the U.S. and abroad. Career opportunities that might be pursued: Teacher of English as a second language (in English speaking countries) in, for example, university intensive English programs, community colleges, adult education programs, language programs for new immigrants and refugees Teacher of English as a foreign language (in non-English speaking countries), in, for example, universities, private language schools, binational centers, English for academic purposes foundation programs Language program coordinator or administrator Test developer Teacher trainer Curriculum/materials specialist (for publishing houses) English Language Fellow, U.S. Peace Corps teacher ESL coordinator in K-12 contexts (for those who enter the program with teaching credentials)

Admission requirements

7+

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Northern Arizona University is a four-year public research university in Flagstaff, Arizona that offers more than 170 different bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs. Our degree programs are also accessible at more than 20 statewide locations and online. With nationally ranked undergraduate and graduate programs, Northern Arizona University delivers a rigorous, learner-centered education. At Northern Arizona University, you can make a difference. You’ll have opportunities to: 

* become a leader on campus and in the community
* conduct research in high-quality labs and facilities
* gain hands-on experience in your career field
* work closely with faculty mentors

We have an array of student support services that will help you realize your aspirations. Northern Arizona University also offers a four-year, fixed tuition rate to undergraduate students.

Northern Arizona University is a four-year public research university in Flagstaff, Arizona, that offers more than 200 different bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs. Our degree programs are also accessible at more than 20 statewide locations and online. With nationally ranked undergraduate and graduate programs, Northern Arizona University delivers a rigorous, learner-centered education. At Northern Arizona University, you can make a difference. You’ll have opportunities to: 


* become a leader on campus and in the community 
* conduct research in high-quality labs and facilities 
* gain hands-on experience in your career field 
* work closely with faculty mentors 

We have an array of student support services that will help you realize your aspirations. Northern Arizona University also offers a four-year, fixed tuition rate to undergraduate students.

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