University of Massachusetts - Boston

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.A.-Applied Linguistics/ESL

Format: Campus

Program Description:

These programs are designed to provide pre-service training and in-service enrichment for teachers instructing limited English proficient students at the elementary, secondary, or university level, or in adult education programs. Courses are offered in basic theoretical linguistics, applied linguistics of English and target languages, and the interdisciplinary areas of psycho linguistics and sociolinguistics. There are also offerings in cross-cultural relationships and the process of acculturation, second language teaching methodology, and first language maintenance. The programs combine on-campus classroom work with on-site experience in ESL (English as a Second Language) and bilingual classrooms. The programs also offer a concentration in computer-assisted instruction, with courses focusing on the development and implementation of CAI (Computer Assisted Instruction) for limited English proficient students.

Accreditation:

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Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Intensive

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Large City

Size & Settings: 10,000 - 19,999