The Literacy Specialist and TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) MSEd is a dual degree program for certified teachers that seek to enhance their careers. With a focus on instruction and literacy development, this program is ideal for teachers with linguistically and culturally diverse classrooms. The Literacy Specialist and TESOL MSEd connects language knowledge fundamentals with attention to cultural experiences, for today’s globalized classroom.
Program Overview
The Literacy and TESOL MSEd, modeled after the current Literacy MSEd and TESOL programs, integrates contemporary theory and practice in a variety of educational areas including language and literacy development, culturally responsive teaching, digital literacies, children and adolescent literature, as well as learning strategies for children who struggle to read or write.
Field Experience
Literacy and TESOL students complete substantial fieldwork and mentored experiences that surpass state requirements. Candidates can choose from our faculty-led abroad courses in Italy, Ecuador, or Cuba as one of their required TESOL courses.
Certification and Career Outcomes
Graduates leave Pace with the knowledge and skills to lead and meet the changing educational needs of their communities. Some career options include:
- Pre-K-12 English to Speakers of Other Languages and Literacy;
- Literacy/TESOL Coaches who assist teachers in developing curriculum that better serve student’s cultural differences.
Requirements
- New York State classroom teaching certificate (Initial or Professional)
- A bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution (official transcripts documenting degree must be submitted).
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or equivalent.
- Submission and review of official transcripts from ALL institutions attended.
- Completion of the application process, including a personal statement, two letters of recommendation, and, in some cases, an admission interview.
- Twelve (12) credits of study in a language other than English or equivalent. Missing credits can be taken after admissions.
Plan of Study Grid
| First Year |
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| Fall I |
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| ED 755B |
Literacy Instruction & Technological Applications for a Diverse Population of Middle Grade Students |
3 |
| ED 551 |
Foundations of Bilingual Education |
3 |
| | Credits | 6 |
| Spring I |
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| ED 655A |
Early Literacy Development in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Settings |
3 |
| ED 556B |
CMA: Teaching Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Students across the Content Areas |
3 |
| ED 557 |
Linguistics and Grammar for Language Teachers |
3 |
| | Credits | 9 |
| Summer I |
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| ED 652 |
Assessment in Literacy: Grades B - 12 |
3 |
| | Credits | 3 |
| Second Year |
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| Fall II |
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| ED 757 |
Adolescent Content Literacies in Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Settings (Grades 9-12) |
3 |
| ED 556A |
CMA:Teaching Eng Language & Literacy to Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Students |
3 |
| ED 677 |
Literacy Instructions for Diverse Learners |
3 |
| | Credits | 9 |
| Spring II |
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| ED 559 |
Student Teaching or Practica for TESOL Candidates |
3 |
| ED 691L |
Student Teaching in the Childhood Literacy Classroom |
3 |
| ED 690 |
Teacher as Researcher |
3 |
| | Credits | 9 |
| | Total Credits | 36 |
MSEd Candidates MUST:
Have prior to admission: NYS certification, EAS, Child Abuse/School Violence Prevention & DASA)
Complete prior to graduation:
- Any course deficiencies identified at admissions. TESOL requires 12 credits of study in a language other than English or equivalent.
- Take CST in ESOL exam
Passing the exams is not a requirement for degree completion.
* This is a 36 Credit Program.
