Online Master Degrees in English and Writing at Grand Canyon University
Grand Canyon University offers top-quality English and Writing Master Degrees. These programs ensure that students gain a strong foundation in Humanities in general before specializing in English and Writing. This prepares students to succeed as English and Writing experts in the real world.
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M.Ed. in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) (No IR, No Cert.)
Master of Education in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) (Not Eligible for Institutional Recommendation).An increasing number of residents and immigrants who need to learn or improve their English skills will fuel an enormous need for more and more qualified teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL).This high-demand degree program is designed for certified teachers or administrators with an interest in teaching ESL students in the classroom or serving as a district ESL coordinator.Courses in this regionally accredited program are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of linguistics, second language acquisition, and curriculum development. The curriculum covers the foundations of instruction for English language learners and the best-practice methods of teaching English and grammar to speakers of other languages. Courses include an in-depth examination of English linguistics, teaching in a pluralistic society, language and reading acquisition, and curriculum development and assessment.Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the program, but particularly in a TESOL practicum that guides students through observational and practice-based experiences.Graduates of the program are prepared to become leaders in the ESL/TESOL initiatives districts must undertake in an ever-increasing climate of student diversity.
