Master of Arts in English as a Second Language
Inspire, challenge, and make a difference in the lives of thousands of immigrants, refugees, and international students and their families. Become a part of the exciting, rewarding field of ESL today.
AT A GLANCE
| Time to Complete: |
Students taking 8-10 credits a term can complete course work in 4-5 semesters (approximately 1 ½ years), and then have an additional 2 years in which to complete their capstone (thesis).
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Program Structure:
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Evening courses are offered weekly on campus and online during fall, spring, and summer. |
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On campus or online.
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| Program Begins: |
February, June, and September
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| Degree Options: |
Adult ESL Strand
K-12 Licensure Strand
TEFL Strand
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| Curriculum: |
34 to 43 semester credits, depending on the strand you choose, plus completion of prerequisites in linguistics and English grammar.
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| Cost: |
$374 per credit
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WHY Choose THE HAMLINE MAESL?
Experienced Faculty: The MAESL program draws upon a diverse and experienced faculty affiliated with Hamline’s graduate education and other graduate programs. MAESL faculty are selected for their proven ability to teach, to advise, and to coach individuals and small groups.
Career Opportunities: A Master of Arts in English as a Second Language provides you with the skills needed to teach both in the U.S. and overseas. MAESL graduates are ESL teachers and leaders who understand systems of language, the language-culture relationship, how these affect learning, and integrating technology into instruction.
Flexibility: The ability to take courses online or in the classroom is perfect for busy working adults.
ACQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Teachers who graduate from the MAESL program will:
- Have a strong background in language systems and how they relate to instruction
- Understand the relationship between language and culture and how it affects learning
- Become reflective practitioners
- Be able to pose questions related to their instruction and systematically investigate those questions
- Have the knowledge they need to take leadership and advocacy roles in schools
- Be able to incorporate technology in their instruction