2021-2022 Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), M.A.
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The Master of Arts in TESOL Education provides in service teachers with knowledge, skills and strategies to support English learners (EL) in classrooms and schools.
Acceptance requirements
- Admission application and nonrefundable $50 admission fee
- A conferred bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
- A minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 2.50
- Two official transcripts of all undergraduate work and any prior graduate work
- Two letters of recommendation accompanied by the Letter of Recommendation Cover sheet www.usj.edu/gradforms. Note: Recommendations must be obtained from individuals who are not family members, personal friends or members of the USJ Department of Education.
- A letter of intent.
Continuation requirements
Candidates must earn a C or better in all courses for continuous progress through the program. After 12 credits, candidates must maintain a GPA of 2.67 or higher throughout the program.
Exit requirements
Successful completion of the captstone practicum EDUC 579 - TESOL Practicum
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Required courses (30 credits)
The program includes all required courses for Connecticut teachers holding a teaching license to be eligible for cross-endorsement in TESOL and bilingual education. There are no electives in the program.
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