English as a Second Language (PreK-6, 5-12) (M.Ed.)

Core Courses (12 credit hours)

• EDU 604 - Philosophy, Ethics and Teaching in Schools (3)
• EDU 633 - Principles of Structured Literacy (3) **
• EDU 662 - Learning, Development, and Diversity (3)
• EDU 665 - Meeting the Needs of Exceptional Students in Regular Classrooms (3)

Concentration Courses (21 Credits)

• EDU 634 - Language Acquisition, Learning Disabilities and ESL (3) *
• EDU 635 - Sheltering Content Instruction for ESL (3)
• EDU 639 - Assessment and Diagnosis of Reading/Language Difficulties (3) *
• EDU 640 - Differentiation and Remediation of Reading/Language Difficulties (3) *
• EDU 654 - Understanding Cultural and Family Systems (3)
• EDU 684 - Advanced Theory and Practice for Teachers of English as a Second Language (3)
• ENG 638 - General Linguistics (3)

Practicum (3 Credits)

• EDU 687 - Practicum and Seminar in ESL (3)

Total Program: 36 Credits

* Field experience required.

** For those seeking licensure in Massachusetts, the appropriate tests for the Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure must be passed before beginning practicum.