Language Requirement
If you speak English as your first language, you should show evidence of intermediate proficiency in another language, usually equivalent to 4 semesters of college or 4 years of high school language instruction. Students who speak English as an additional language are not required to show proficiency in a third language.
Coursework
You should complete the following coursework, with a grade of B or better (3.0). You may transfer up to 6 graduate credit hours (12 from UA), with approval by the Graduate Advisor or Program Director, usually applied to elective requirements.
TESL Methods
- One required course (3 units)
Materials & Curriculum Development and Assessment
- One required course (3 units)
SLA Theory
- One required course (3 units)
Culture
- One required course (3 units)
Pedagogical Grammar
- One required course (3 units)
Professional Development
- One required course (3 units)
Electives
- Select Six Courses (18 units)
- GTAs must take L2 Writing if they wish to teach ESL composition sections (English 106, 107, or 108)
- All course choices must be approved by the Program Director