Education (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) - Master of Arts (Online)

The program with a concentration in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL, without licensure) prepares scholars, practitioners and leaders in understanding bilingualism/multilingualism within the context of schools, families, communities and society.

The Southwest Borderlands situate participants uniquely such that they might critically examine issues confronting Spanish-speaking and heritage language populations. A key dimension of the program is the advancement of issues related to equity and social justice by encouraging participants to serve as advocates for bilingual children, their families and communities. International contexts are considered part of the borderland and the TESOL International focus supports the preparation of teaching TESL across global settings.

• Students choose either the PreK-12 elective coursework for 33 credit hours OR the International elective coursework for 36 credits
• The necessary coursework required for the TESOL endorsement is embedded within this program of study. Should you require additional information regarding the endorsement, you should contact the New Mexico Public Education Department (https://webnew.ped.state.nm.us/bureaus/licensure/adding-endorsements/)
• Many specialized courses are not offered every semester. Please check with your faculty advisor to plan accordingly.

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 It is encouraged that EDLT 5130 Technology and Language Learning and BLED 5420 Pedagogy of TESOL be taken concurrently.

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This is the final course and should be taken during the final semester.