TESOL: International Program
- Program Description
- Admission Requirements
- International Admission Requirements
- Admission Deadline
- Required Courses
- Scholarship Opportunity
- Program Director
The TESOL for International Educators (ITSL) Program is intended for the student who wishes to:
- learn to teach English language learners abroad or
- teach outside the public school venue in the United States.
The program:
- is specially tailored to accomodate international students.
- is 30-credit hours, non-certification.
- can be completed in one year of full time study.
- leads to a Master's degree.
- has an available part-time study option.
The Program provides students a balanced learning opportunity. Half of the courses are specific to the ITSL cohort which provides a smaller, more supportive learning environment especially suitable for international students visiting the US. The remaining courses provide opportunities for ITSL students to attend a range of classes with other Nazareth College graduate students.
The ITSL Program's curriculum is guided by a multi-faceted understanding of language instruction. Over-arching themes include the importance of understanding language and linguistics, language acquisition theories, and the implications of culture. Students develop a wide-ranging repertoire of pedagogical skills, including the infusion of aspects of technology. Students are provided opportunities to observe local language teachers, refine their teaching and presentation techniques, and employ their skills in a supervised internship.
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- Completion of a baccalaureate degree at an accredited institution with a cumulative index of 3.0 and a B average in the major field. An applicant who does not meet these grade point average expectations must address them in his/her personal statement; please see the Personal Statement section of the admissions application form for further information.
- Presentation of official transcripts.
- Two letters of recommendation.
- Application and fee.
- Completion of the personal-professional statement as described on the application form.
- Interview - the International TESOL program director will directly contact an applicant following review of his or her application materials to arrange an interview.
Additional Requirements for International Applicants:
- English Language Proficiency: Applicants applying from a foreign educational institution whose native language is not English are required to demonstrate English proficiency by one of the following methods:
- 575 on the paper-based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) (standard requirement for all others is 550)
- 85 on the Internet-based test TOEFL (a minimum of 25 on the speaking portion is required)
- 6.5 on the English Language Testing System (IELTS)
Results of the test must be forwarded directly to Nazareth College. Applicants with lower English proficiency may be admitted on a provisional basis by enrolling in Nazareth's American Language Institute for an intensive English program.
For more information on language testing, visit http://www.ets.org (TOEFL) or http://www.ielts.org.
- Transcripts and Official Documents: Documents that are written in languages other than English must include certified English translation through World Education Services (WES) (http://www.wes.org/). In order to begin the application review process, potential students may submit official transcripts with English translations directly from their institutions. However, prior to full acceptance to the program, WES forms will need to be received.
- Documentation of Financial Support: Applicants must send bank statements certifying available assets (Declaration of Finances form). The student must demonstrate a level of support not only for tuition and board, but also for actual living expenses, pocket money, books, etc. The Declaration of Finances form may be downloaded from http://www.naz.edu/dept/cie/intlstudents.cfm.
Admission Deadline: Fall semester admission only
April 1 for Fall semester. Applications received after the stated deadline will be processed on a space-available basis.
Complete an interactive pdf of the application form. Click Application
For further information, contact:
- Office of Graduate Admissions at (585) 389-2050 or toll free at (800) 860-6942
- Department of Language, Literacy and Technology at (585) 389-2592 or gpotemp2@naz.edu.
Required Course Credits: 30 credits
Required Courses:
| Course | Course Title | Credits | Fieldwork |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core Courses: (21 credits) | |||
| TSL 603 | Linguistics and Second Language Acquisition | 3 | |
| TSL 605 | Culture and Context in TESOL and Bilingual Curriculum and Assessment | 3 | |
| TSL 611 | Principles and Practices of TESOL | 3 | |
| ITSL 601 | Pedagogy of American English Grammar | 3 | |
| ITSL 607 | Technology for Language and Culture Instruction | 3 | |
| ITSL 612 | Advanced English Language Proficiency | 3 | |
| ITSL 635 | American Language Institute Internship and Seminar | 3 | |
| Potential Electives: (6 credits, choose 2) | |||
| BIL 640 | Teaching Content Areas in Spanish Bilingual Classrooms | 3 | |
| BIL 641 | Native Language Arts and Literacy Instruction for Spanish Speakers | 3 | |
| EDTS 523 | Introduction to Educational Technology | 3 | |
| EDU 501 | Social Foundations of Education | 3 | |
| EDU 520 | Teacher-Learner Research and Inquiry | 3 | |
| INCL 501 | Introduction to Diverse Learners and Learning | 3 | |
| LST 502 | Knowledge and Culture | 3 | |
| LST 515 | The Mind in Context: Learning, Schooling, and Culture | 3 | |
| LTED 601 | Foundations of Language and Literacy | 3 | |
| TSL 604 | Foundations of Bilingual/Multicultural Education | 3 | |
| TSL 620 | Language and Literacy Development for English Language Learners | 3 | |
| Capstone Course: (3 credits) | |||
| ITSL 690 | Comparisons and Connections: Capstone Seminar | 3 | |
To view course descriptions in the Graduate Catalog, click here.
The P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship (IPS) Fund was established in 1949 to provide scholarships for international women students to pursue graduate study in the United States and Canada. The maximum amount for a full 12 months of study is $10,000. For more information about P.E.O. and this scholarship opportunity see the P.E.O. website:
http://www.peointernational.org/about/
Dr. Rui Cheng
Office: GAC 297
Phone: (585) 389-2441
Fax: (585) 586-2452
Email:
rcheng9@naz.edu