Build the foundation to work with learners from diverse linguistic, educational, and ethnic backgrounds. Our 30-credit program emphasizes language, literacy, applied linguistics, and second-language teaching approaches, with hands-on preparation for teaching at different levels. You’ll simultaneously work toward your MEd and your New Jersey certification in ESL and/or bilingual/bicultural education.
Requirements (30 credits)
- ESLM 525 Second Language Acquisition
- ESLM 545 English Structure & Proficiency Assessment
- ESLM 577 Sociolinguistics & Cultural Foundations of ESL
- ESLM 578 Theory & Practice of Teaching ESL
- ESLM 587 Curriculum, Methods, & Assessment for ESL
- ESLM 579 Language & Literacy for ESL
- ESLM 588 Clinical I: Practicum for Second Language Teachers
- ESLM 688 Clinical II: Practicum for Second Language Teachers
- ESLM 700 Comprehensive Examination
- EDFN 508 Intro. to Research & Data-Based Decision Making
- Two ESL Electives
Downloads
- MEd Program Planner at TCNJ (ESLA_MED02)
- MEd Program Planner Global (ESLA_MED01)