 The Master of Arts in Teaching English as a Second Language (MAT-ESL) is a dynamic program jointly administered by the English and Education Departments. The program prepares teachers of ESL to apply to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts for licensure if they choose. A non-licensure strand is offered for those who wish to pursue other career options in ESL including those in colleges, community organizations, adult education, or overseas. Also, a Certificate Program has just been introduced.
The core curriculum emphasizes linguistics and language acquisition, and also principles, methods, practice, and research. Electives allow students to specialize in a particular area or to broaden their perspectives via relevant courses. The MAT-ESL also prepares students to pursue doctoral studies in the field.
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