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Teaching English as a Second Language
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Credits:
30(4 terms)
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Degree:
Master of Education
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Program Approved:
PR Council of Education
Program Description
Why Learning to Teach English as a Second Language Is Important
Cambridge College English as a Second Language Master’s Degree Program Highlights
offering a flexible, affordable graduate program option for adult learners. Benefits of our program include:
- Career-focused learning. This program is designed for educators who want to get to know their students and help them learn. Learning is personalized through independent projects that prepare you to be informed, compassionate, and committed English as a second language teachers.
- Experienced faculty. Our faculty are professionals with extensive knowledge of language acquisition and the cultural factors that affect learning. They are also experienced in using best practices in the classroom.
- Flexible classes. Offering convenient evening, weekend, and online class options designed for adult learners, Cambridge College provides the flexibility you need to complete your master’s degree on a schedule that works for you.
- Exceptional value. Cambridge College is one of the most affordable four-year private nonprofit colleges in the United States, offering lower tuition and greater value for your education.
According to the National Center for Education Statistics, approximately 9 percent of all public school students in the United States are English language learners. By the year 2025, it’s expected that nearly one out of every four public school students will be learning English as a second language.
Teaching English as a Second Language Learning Outcomes
When you complete your master’s degree, you’ll understand what it means to acquire a language; be aware of the cultural factors that affect your academic achievements; and grasp the current theories, research, and best practices for literacy in English.
You will learn how to use research-based methodology to help English language learners master the language. You’ll know how to use Sheltered English Instruction (SEI) strategies to understand the class content standards. You’ll also be ready to plan a curriculum, teach effectively, manage your classroom, and promote equality.
Teaching English as a Second Language Jobs
Our graduates are teachers of English as a second language in schools, higher education and professional settings, and more. Graduates of this program are also eligible for recertification by the Puerto Rico Department of Education. Prior valid Puerto Rico teacher certification in another area or discipline is required.
Example Teaching English as a Second Language Classes
Classes for the master’s degree in teaching English as a second language include:
- Sheltered Instruction and Assessment
- Second Language Acquisition and Culture
- Technology for Linguistically Diverse Classrooms
Download the Teaching English as a Second Language program sheet.
Teaching English as a Second Language Scholarships and Financial Aid
Get help with tuition and other education costs. You may qualify for grants, scholarships, loans, and other types of financial assistance to help pay for your master’s degree. Learn more about applying for financial aid at Cambridge College.
Many companies also offer tuition assistance programs that can help to pay for your education. Find more about getting your company to help.
Curriculum
All courses are taught in Spanish.
Course content focuses on ESL secondary students.
This course will focus on developing ESL teachers' knowledge of quality literature available for adolescents. Teachers will read various literary genres (essays, short stories, poetry, novels) to analyze and evaluate their content to be able to select those which will best adapt to their ESL students. The course promotes literature to motivate reading and writing about topics related to students' lives, culture, and social issues. Strategies to improve students' reading comprehension and analytical skills will be studied.
Participants acquire technological knowledge of resources and strategies that can be utilized for various language and linguistic functions. Students will strengthen their technological knowledge of listening, speaking, reading, and writing vocabulary development, as well as the use of writing tools in both physical and virtual classrooms. Participants will apply this knowledge to plan and implement standards-based ESL and content instruction; they will also gain knowledge of instruction, assessments, resources, research, and recent advances in technology for ESL teachers.
Admissions
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Admission Test:
No standardized graduate school tests required for admission into non-licensure programs.
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Admissions Office:
1-800-829-4723
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Application Fee:
$50 ($100 for international students; $100 for EdD)
Program Requirements
Prior valid Puerto Rico certification as teacher of English (elementary level) or another area required.
School Requirements
See Admissions Requirements for Undergraduate Programs
International Students
International students need to provide supplemental documentation:
- Official demonstration of English language proficiency
- Supplemental documentation for issuance of I-20
- International transcripts, evaluated by an accepted evaluation service
Transfer Credit
Graduate program applicants, please complete the transfer credit request form if you wish to have prior course work evaluated for transfer. Learn more about transferring credits.
Undergraduate program applicants, once you are accepted, your official transcripts are evaluated for transfer credit.
Tuition
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Credits:
30
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Cost per credit hour:
$334
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Application Fee:
$50 ($100 for international students; $100 for EdD)
Note: Rates are as of June 2023, and are subject to change without notice. Rates apply to all students unless otherwise noted.
Financial Aid
Cambridge College offers financial aid to students in our degree programs who are enrolled at least half-time. Undergraduate students must be enrolled in at least 6 credits each term. Graduate and doctoral students must be enrolled in at least 4 credits each term. Learn more
Grants, Scholarships, and Loans
Cambridge College welcomes the opportunity to support your efforts to pay for college. Federal, state, and local resources in the form of grants, scholarships, loans, and work-study, including Cambridge College Scholarships, are available to help defray the cost of tuition. Learn more
Getting Your Company to Help
Many companies have tuition assistance programs, designed to help their employees with their professional development. Learn more