Teaching English Language Learners (First Certification)

Syracuse University

United States of America, Syracuse

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Syracuse University

United States of America , Syracuse

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines 30-Aug-2021

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Duration 12 month(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 30,294 / year

Apply Date 30-Aug-2021

Teaching English Language Learners (First Certification)

About

Overview About the programThe Teaching English Language Learners (First Certification) program at Syracuse University is grounded on the principles that the linguistic and cultural backgrounds of English language learners are valuable resources and that students best acquire and develop English language literacy - speaking, listening, reading and writing-in rich language contexts.Through academic work, TELL degree candidates gain knowledge of theories, strategies, and methodologies in teaching English language learners and become conversant in socio-cultural and socio-linguistic issues that impact acquisition of English as an additional language. I want to find another Master Course The combination of coursework and practical experience prepares teachers as specialists in educating English language learners by providing them a thorough understanding of how theory is connected to effective practice in promoting second language acquisition and developing literacy for social and academic purposes. Accreditation Syracuse University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

The Teaching English Language Learners (First Certification) program at Syracuse University prepares teachers to help students develop proficiency in English for academic and social purposes in integrated and free-standing services, compatible to current school programs, and to become effective advocates for integrated, fully inclusive classroom-based programs that draw on student strengths.

Disciplines

Teaching

Languages

Requirements

Other Requirements

1 : Bachelor’s degree and a cumulative undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0.A minimum of 12 credits in a language other than English, or equivalent.Official transcript of all undergraduate and graduate study.Competitive scores on one of the following admissions entrance exams: Graduate Record Examination (GRE); Miller Analogy Test (MAT); or other acceptable, nationally normed admissions examination; or a passing score on the Praxis: Core Academic Skills for Educators, edTPA, or ATS-W exam.A personal essay describing the candidate’s beliefs about student learning, commitment to diversity and working with students who speak languages other than English, enthusiasm for learning, willingness to foster collaboration, and ethics.3 Letters of recommendation, at least one from a faculty member.Prior experiences working with youthResume or CV.