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OHIO University Graduate Catalog 2020-21 
    
OHIO University Graduate Catalog 2020-21 [Archived Catalog]

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages - MTESOL


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Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

MTESOL - MT5245

Linguistics Department
383 Gordy Hall
Athens, OH 45701
740.593.0297
oshita@ohio.edu

Delivery Mode: Athens Campus

Term of Entry: Fall

Program Overview

The MTESOL program takes a broad perspective on English language teaching. Depending on students’ chosen career path, the curriculum prepares graduates to teach English as a foreign language to different learner populations, from elementary to post-secondary schools. Requiring only two semesters of full-time study, this program permits participants to earn an MTESOL degree within a relatively short time to begin or return to teaching immediately thereafter.

Program Learning Outcomes

After completing the MTESOL program, students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate knowledge of various domains of the English language (e.g., phonological, lexical, grammatical, discoursal) in relation to second language development.
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of key theories, teaching methods, and issues in English language teaching.
  • Evaluate and apply current language teaching approaches and develop teaching materials appropriate to a particular teaching context.
  • Articulate a coherent statement of teaching philosophy grounded in current language learning and teaching theories.
  • Use technology effectively in teaching and materials development.
  • Communicate effectively for professional purposes.

Admission Requirements

  • A US-equivalent bachelor’s degree with a GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Transcripts from post-secondary educational institutions
  • A clear statement of purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation (at least one professional referee)
  • For domestic applicants: 2 years of college-level foreign language requirement
  • For international applicants: 100 or higher on a TOEFL-iBT, or 6.5 or higher in every band on IELTS

International Students

A TOEFL-iBT score of 100 or higher or an IELTS score of 6.5 or higher in every band for non-native English speakers is required.. This program permits full-time enrollment in residence at Ohio University, and an I-20 may be issued based on admission to this program.

Graduation Requirements

Complete a minimum of 31 credit hours with a minimum of a B grade in each course. Students may transfer up to 8 credit hours to cover required courses, as approved by the program director.

Culminating Experience


As a culminating experience, students’ overall learning in the MTESOL progam will be assessed by using the e-Portfolio which is developed in LING 6970: Professional Portfolio Seminar, the graduate culminating experience seminar. The e-Portfolio consists of the following:

  1. CV
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Teaching Philosophy
  4. Two Sample Lesson Plans
  5. Professional Development Documentation
  6. Reflection Paper
  7. One 7-min Teaching Demonstration Video

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