M.A. in Teaching English as a Second/Foreign Language (TESL/TEFL)
Do you want a degree program that combines high academic standards and career potential? Are you interested in exploring new dimensions of language learning and teaching? If so, the Masters of Arts in Teaching English as a Second/Foreign Language (TESL/TEFL) at Fairleigh Dickinson University will be of special interest to you.
The MA in TESL/TEFL, offered through the University's Peter Sammartino
School of Education, gives you the opportunity to explore: The relation of language to culture Assessment and alternative assessment in second language instruction Techniques for addressing ethnic diversity Second language instruction through content areas Technology in language instruction
ABOUT THE CURRICULUM
This degree is designed for (a) international students who want to teach English outside of the United States; and (b) domestic students (i.e., US citizens and legal residents) who desire a masters degree to teach English as a second language but do not wish to pursue New Jersey K-12 teacher certification. This program is offered under the auspices of the Peter Sammartino School of Education, University College: Arts / Sciences / Professional Studies, Metropolitan Campus, Teaneck, New Jersey, USA.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
The program requires completion of 33 credits of which 18 credits are required courses; 4 credits of optional clinical experience; 9-12 credits of electives; and 2-3 credits of either final project or masters seminar. Curricular details are listed below.
Required Courses (18 credits) Note:These 18 credits also comprise the FDU specialist certificate in ESL | Credits | ||
Second Language Acquisition Methods and Curriculum | 3 | ||
Comparative Phonology for Language Teachers | 3 | ||
Applied Linguistics for Language Teachers | 3 | ||
| OR EDUC6649 | Behavioral Science for Teachers: Language and Culture OR Introduction to US Culture | 3 | |
Literacy Development for Second Language Learners | 3 | ||
Behavioral Science for Teachers: The Multicultural Classroom | 3 | ||
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Optional Clinical Component (4 credits) |
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Clinical Practice and Seminar in Language Instruction | 4 | ||
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Electives (9-12 credits) | Credits | ||
Distance Learning and Children's Literature | 3 | ||
Computers as a Teacher's Aid | 3 | ||
Assessment in the Second Language Classroom | 3 | ||
Integrating Literacy and Technology across the Curriculum | 3 | ||
Integrating Technology in the World Languages Classroom | 3 | ||
English Language Education: Grammar for Teachers of English and ESL | 3 | ||
Content area classrooms and English Language Learners | 3 | ||
Internet for Educators | 3 | ||
Advanced Internet for Educators | 3 | ||
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Final Project or Masters Seminar (2-3 credits) | Credits | ||
| OR EDUC7674 | Final Project Masters Seminar | 2 3 | |
In addition to masters degree programs, the Peter Sammartino School of Education offers postgraduate certificate programs in a variety of areas, including:
Specialist Certificate Programs | Credits |
ESL Specialist FDU Certificate | 18 |
Literacy/Reading Specialist FDU Certificate | 18 |
Instructional Technology Specialist FDU Certificate | 18 |
Dyslexia Specialist (Orton Gillingham) FDU Certificate | 18 |
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Where are the courses offered?
Courses are offered at the University's Metropolitan Campus in Teaneck, NJ.
If I have taken graduate credits at FDU or at another institution, can they be applied to the MA in TESL/TEFL?
A total of 9 credits with a grade of B or better may be applied if they are relevant to your individual course of study and if they are taken no more than 5 years prior to admission to the MA in TESL/TEFL.
What if I am interested only in 18-credit New Jersey state teacher certification or 18-credit ESL Specialist FDU Certificate?
You may take the 18-credit NJ state teacher certification or ESL specialist FDU certificate without t obligation to complete the MA degree.
What if I am not a certified teacher and do not seek NJ state teacher certification?
If you have a BA degree with a major in a foreign language or in English, you may be accepted after an interview with the coordinator of the program.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
International Students:
A bachelors degree from an accredited college or university.
TOEFL score of 550 (paper-based), 213 (computer-based) or 79 (Internet-based) or better.
Two letters of recommendation.
Domestic Students
A bachelors degree from an accredited college or university.
Two letters of recommendation.
Application packages are available from the School of Education (201-692-2839 / soe@fdu.edu) or the Office of Graduate Admissions (201-692-2553 / grad@fdu.edu)
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Phone: 201-692-2079
201-692-2837
Email: meadowsb@fdu.edu / rowlands@fdu.edu
