Master of Arts in TESOL
The Master of Arts in TESOL is designed for those seeking to expand their knowledge, skills, and dispositions for teaching English to speakers of other languages ( TESOL). Based upon national standards for ESL teacher education programs, the program balances research and theory with practice teaching. Through coursework and a thesis or project, candidates are prepared to do advanced work in TESOL if they so choose. By passing one additional course, Content Area Reading and Writing (EDU 518) and the Praxis II exams, candidates may qualify for the TESOL Multi-Age License in Ohio. Candidates seeking licensure only must meet all requirements for licensure (36 semester credits) and complete a minimum of nine (9) semester credits at ODU, including TSL 500 and TSL 590, and pass the Praxis II exams. Holders of teaching certificates or licenses who wish to earn TESOL endorsement must complete a minimum of twelve credits at ODU including TSL 500 and TSL 590, and pass the Praxis II exams.
Admission policies and procedures for all graduate programs at Ohio Dominican University
are the responsibility of the School of Graduate Studies (SGS). Admission to the program
is the decision of the director of the program, who reviews and evaluates all candidates.
In the case of an applicant who does not satisfy the requirements for general admission
to the program, the Graduate Admissions Committee of the SGS will decide on the merits
of the case.
In addition to the following requirements, at least one year of foreign language
study in higher education is recommended.
Admission requirements:
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning.
- An overall grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.0 in undergraduate work.
- Official transcripts from every institution of higher learning attended.
- Three letters of recommendation that address the applicant's ability to do graduate
level work in TESOL, at least one of which must be from an academic.
- A two- to three-page (500-750 words) essay that addresses the applicant's personal,
academic, and vocational history; career goals; and reasons for applying to the
program.
- Interview with an admission counselor.
- For applicants whose first language is not English, a TOEFL score of at least 550
(PBT) or 213 (CBT). These scores must be sent directly from Educational Testing
Service (ETS) to Ohio Dominican University (ODU), whose ETS institutional code is 1131.
Official results of other internationally recognized tests of English language
proficiency (MELAB, IELTS, etc.) may be submitted in lieu of TOEFL results.
- International Students: Documentation authorized by a bank official showing how
the applicant's education will be financed. Additional costs for transcript evaluation
may be incurred.
- Candidates must complete all TSL courses listed below (36 semester hours) with a
grade point average (GPA) of 3.0. No more than two (2) grades of C may be earned. The
repeat of a third C is permitted once.
- All candidates must take TSL 500 - TESOL Foundations and TSL 590 - TESOL Practicumat Ohio Dominican University.
- Candidates must complete the program within seven (7) years of acceptance.
The Master of Arts in TESOL provides candidates with a firm foundation in TESOL history, principles, and practices as well as research methods and professional development. Candidates who complete the program will be well prepared to enter programs of advanced study in TESOL, become active participants in regional and national TESOL organizations, and address issues that affect learners of English in the classroom and the community. Furthermore, because every course requires writing and research, culminating in a research project or thesis, the program enables students to make important contributions to English teaching and learning communities. Building upon Ohio Dominican University's tradition of teaching excellence, as well as the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) standards for P-12 ESL teacher education, the program assists interested students in acquiring the TESOL Multi-Age License or Endorsement in Ohio.
Course Descriptions
TESOL Endorsement
