Program Details
You can learn to help English-learning students with the U of A’s Master of Education in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. This online ESL program provides the tools and strategies to implement the ESL curriculum and perform assessments.
Students gain the knowledge and skills to pinpoint problems and develop solutions for those learning English as a second language. This program leads to a licensure endorsement in ESL by the Arkansas Department of Education.
The online ESL coursework teaches an understanding of multicultural students’ social and cognitive learning styles. You will learn to evaluate writing, speaking, listening, and reading performance.
Graduates find work in a variety of settings. Possible career paths include:
- Teaching K-12 ESL with your AR Ancillary License from Arkansas
- Teaching ESL abroad to children and adults
- Working as a TESOL facilitator, coach, or coordinator
- Teaching adults in community and technical colleges, non-profits, and adult education centers
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100% OnlineSchool Accreditation & Licensing
University of Arkansas is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeRecommended GPA
3.0 or above (4.0 scale)Admission Tests
GRE, Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)Application Requirements
Official College Transcript(s)
Additional Info
- GRE waived if GPA is 3.0 or higher in the last 60 hours