Master of Science in Education in Educational Theory and Practice with a Concentration in English as a Second Language Online
Develop the advanced credentials to facilitate the learning of a second language for students from a variety of cultures and backgrounds.
Program Overview
Educators, take a look at this ESL master's program
The MSE in Educational Theory and Practice – ESL online program gives educators the advanced credentials to facilitate the learning of English as a second language for students from a variety of cultures and backgrounds. From the foundational principles of language acquisition to the application of sociolinguistics, students will explore cross-cultural communication as it impacts language teaching and students' language learning.
The tightly integrated, application-based curriculum in this online master’s program covers instructional strategies and techniques associated with supporting reading, writing, listening and speaking development. Students will learn about methods, materials and technology resources to inform their second-language lesson design.
This program gives students the opportunity to broaden their knowledge of curriculum theory and current practices based on National Board Certification standards. Students in this program will benefit from the incorporation of technology that aligns with national expectations for the 21st-century educator.
As licensure requirements may change without notice, it is the responsibility of the student to confirm the requirements for licensure in his/her state as it applies to the participation in an out-of-state degree program.
This program requires Live Text.
Within this master's degree, students will learn to:
- Understand and apply different theories behind the ways individuals learn
- Help prepare teachers for National Board certification
- Apply theories to teach language proficiency for a second language
- Utilize tools to instruct language learning for reading, speaking, listening and writing a second language
- Understand the role of culture in teaching second-language proficiency
- Understand and apply different theories behind the ways individuals learn
- Help prepare teachers for National Board certification
- Apply theories to teach language proficiency for a second language
- Utilize tools to instruct language learning for reading, speaking, listening and writing a second language
- Understand the role of culture in teaching second-language proficiency
As a graduate, you will be prepared for advanced education leadership roles, such as:
- Department Chair
- Team Leader
- Instructional Coach
- ESL Instructor
- State Department of Education staff
- Department Chair
- Team Leader
- Instructional Coach
- ESL Instructor
- State Department of Education staff
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Accreditation
Accredited by CAEP
Tuition
Here's why the tuition for our MSE in Educational Theory and Practice – ESL is affordable
Our MSE in Educational Theory and Practice – ESL online program offers the same affordable tuition to in-state and out-of-state students. All fees are included.
Tuition breakdown:
Calendar
Complete your master's degree in ESL on your schedule
Our MSE in Educational Theory and Practice – ESL online program is designed to be flexible and convenient for working professionals, with accelerated coursework and multiple start dates a year.
Please note Summer 1 and Summer 2 terms are 5 weeks in duration for this program.
| Term | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Payment Due | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 1 | 1/8/24 | 12/15/23 | 12/19/23 | 1/4/24 | 1/5/24 | 2/23/24 |
| Spring 2 | 3/4/24 | 2/19/24 | 2/23/24 | 2/29/24 | 3/1/24 | 4/26/24 |
| Summer 1 | 5/28/24 | 5/14/24 | 5/17/24 | 5/23/24 | 5/24/24 | 6/27/24 |
| Summer 2 | 7/2/24 | 6/18/24 | 6/21/24 | 6/27/24 | 6/28/24 | 8/1/24 |
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Admissions
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A-State Online offers a streamlined admission process for both new students and transfers. Students who are interested in the MSE in Educational Theory and Practice – ESL online program must have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution and a valid teaching certificate. Make sure to review full admission requirements below.
Admission Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
- Official transcripts
- Valid, active teaching certificate
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with at least 2.75 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale
- Valid, active teaching certificate
- Note: If you have a 2.75-2.99 GPA, you must make a grade of B or better during the first 12 hours of graduate work at Arkansas State University.
Application Submission Requirements
- Complete online application
- Pay the nonrefundable $30 fee
- Send official transcript(s) from the college/university attended. Official transcripts are sealed transcripts sent from the granting institution.
Submit all documents to:
A-State OnlineP.O. Box 2520
State University, AR 72467
Fax: 870-972-3548
Email: [email protected]
For Non-US Postal Mail Overnight Delivery Only:
Academic Partnershipsc/o Central Receiving
2713 Pawnee St.
Jonesboro, AR 72401
Additional Information
Unless otherwise noted, Arkansas State University has not confirmed if a program has met requirements for an out-of-state licensure. Please refer to the Program Approval Map to determine which programs are eligible to be offered in states and to find relevant state agency contact information. Eligibility to offer in a state does not guarantee the program will meet state licensure/certification requirements.
Please contact your state's Professional License Department/Board to ensure that your chosen distance education program meets your state's requirements in which you intend to practice.
Appeals Process
- Students who fall below the minimum admission requirements (GPA) may send a written letter of appeal, GRE or GMAT scores (may be unofficial), and additional supporting information to [email protected].
- The appeal request will be forwarded to the department chair for conditional admission review.
Transfer Process
Up to 9 graduate hours from A-State or other higher education institutions may be credited toward a program. No course can be older than six years by graduation time. Transfer credit will be evaluated by the Director of the Program. To request prior credit be evaluated, please complete the Graduate Transfer Credit Evaluation Form.
Courses
The coursework in this ESL master's program is relevant and rewarding
Students are required to complete 30 hours of coursework.