Online Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)

Arizona State University’s Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) program prepares you to teach English as a second language (ESL). With a flexible learning program and the latest teaching methodologies, this TESOL master’s equips you with a solid foundation of the principles and practices needed to support positive outcomes in English language learning.

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Quick facts

Next start date:

Next start date: 05/16/2024


Total classes:

Total classes: 10

Weeks per class:

Weeks per class: 7.5

Total credit hours:

Total credit hours: 30

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What you’ll learn in this TESOL master’s program

This TESOL master’s program provides background training in linguistic research, language-acquisition theories and trending teaching methodologies, so you can develop the talents needed to pursue a career teaching English to speakers of other languages.

Throughout your courses, you’ll explore immersive language experiences and broaden your possibilities for communication and collaboration. As a student, you’ll study a variety of topics, such as:

  • Computer-assisted language learning.
  • Classroom pedagogy.
  • Curriculum design.
  • English as an international language.
  • English grammar and grammar for TESOL.

Upon completion of this program, you’ll understand teaching and materials designed for program and curriculum development.

If you’re interested in teaching K-12 education within the U.S., you must also complete the training and licensure required by your state separately.

The skills you'll develop in this program

 

Throughout this TESOL master’s program, you’ll have the ability to tailor the curriculum to meet your professional needs, personal interests and long-term goals. Upon graduation, you’ll be equipped with a range of transferable skills needed to participate in the field of TESOL from both a theoretical and practical perspective, such as:

  • Curriculum design.
  • Effective teaching and assessment.
  • Language learning.
  • Lesson planning.

Who’s a good candidate for this TESOL program?

 

This Master of TESOL program is designed for students interested in pursuing a career teaching English to speakers of other languages. As an ideal candidate, you may already be working in teaching or designing materials or you may be looking for a career change.

Additionally, this program may be a great fit for you if you’re a working professional seeking flexibility in your education so that you may graduate more quickly. This program provides you the option to complete your TESOL master’s in as little as 18 months from anywhere in the world.

Will my diploma say ‘online’?

No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.”

TESOL courses

The foundational coursework for this TESOL master’s program focuses on English language research, linguistics and related areas needed to build knowledge throughout the program. You’ll also choose three credit hours of graduate credit in the Department of English and nine credit hours of graduate credit consisting of other linguistics courses or, with prior approval, English courses or courses outside of the Department of English. Additionally, this program has a foreign language requirement and includes a supervised practicum internship and a capstone course.


Core

Approaches to Research


Core

Linguistics


Core

Methods of Teaching English as a Second Language


Core

Practicum Internship


Core

Second-Language Acquisition Theories


Elective

Curriculum Design


Elective

Grammar for TESOL


Elective

History of the English Language


Jobs a TESOL master’s prepares you for

Throughout this Master of TESOL, you’ll have access to many professional development opportunities through the Department of English's well-regarded internship program. Upon graduation, you’ll be prepared for a diverse range of TESOL-related positions, including teaching, teacher training and consulting, at the local, national and international level. Potential careers include, but aren’t limited to:

Adult education teacher

ESL teacher

Foreign language teacher

Interpreter

Translator

Experienced instructors dedicated to informing future educators

From Royal Society and American Academy fellows to Marshall and Barry Goldwater Scholarship recipients, The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is home to prestigious students and faculty members.

  • Fulbright American Scholars.
  • Guggenheim Fellows.
  • MacArthur Fellows.
  • Nobel laureates.
  • Pulitzer Prize winners.

Experienced instructors dedicated to informing future educators

From Royal Society and American Academy fellows to Marshall and Barry Goldwater Scholarship recipients, The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is home to prestigious students and faculty members.

  • Fulbright American Scholars.
  • Guggenheim Fellows.
  • MacArthur Fellows.
  • Nobel laureates.
  • Pulitzer Prize winners.

How to apply

Applicants of the Master of TESOL program must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. 

Application requirements

Additional application information

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Tuition calculator

Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.

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