2014-2015
University of South Alabama – College of Education
Master of Education – M.Ed.
CLASS A CERTIFICATE – ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES P-12
Student Name _______________________________ _______
Jag Number ____________________________________
Advisor ___________________________________________
Date Admitted to Program ________________________
MINIMUM GRADUATE HOURS REQUIRED: 30
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Curriculum and Teaching (6 Hours)
ELT 530
EEC 522*
SED 552**
Methods and Materials for Teaching ESL
Elementary School Curriculum
The High School Curriculum
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*EEC 522 is to be taken by those with a secondary undergraduate certificate.
**SED 552 is to be taken by those with an elementary undergraduate certificate.
II.
Research and Evaluation (3 Hours)
IDE 510
III.
Technology and Media (3 Hours)
EDM 510
IV.
Educational Research and Evaluation
Microcomputing Systems in Education
Teaching Field-English for Speakers of Other Languages (12 Hours)
Advisor approved hours in Teaching Field.
ELT 525
ELT 545
ELT 553
ELT 558
Foundations of Teaching ESOL
Cross-cultural Studies for Teachers of ELLs
Language Assessment and Evaluation of ELL Students
Applied Linguistics for Teachers of ELLs
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Internship (6 Hours)
ELT 595
Internship in ESOL
(Prerequisites: ELT 525, 530, 545, 553, 558. See additional
Praxis II information on next page.)
VI.
Introductory Special Education Course
All certification programs require an introductory special education course SPE 500 if not completed at the undergraduate
level. This is in addition to the 30 semester hour requirement.
SPE 500
Nature and Needs of Exceptional Child and Youth
3
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Praxis II test requirements are subject to change as dictated by the ALSDE. Prior to registering for any Praxis II exam, please verify
current requirements by going directly to the ALABAMA portion of the Praxis II website at http://ets.org/praxis/al.
Revised 01/22/16
Master of Education Traditional Class A Teaching Fields: Admission
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Sufficient courses in the major area to qualify for graduate study in the involved discipline.
An appropriate advanced degree may be used in lieu of other requirements for Regular Standing.
A completed application for admission to the Graduate School.
Official test scores must be sent by the agency to Office of the Registrar. All Master of Education programs require the GRE
including the Analytical writing section except Health, Physical Education, Special Education, and Non Certification
Educational Leadership. Health, Physical Education, Special Education, and Non Certification Educational Leadership will
accept the GRE or MAT. The traditional masters programs for Early Childhood Education and Elementary Education may
accept a passing score on the appropriate Praxis II exam. Some fully online programs may accept the National Higher
Education Entrance Exam for China (GAOKAO) for international students (Chinese) completing the fully online program.
Official transcripts from all institutions attended.
A copy of a valid Alabama Teaching Certificate in the appropriate teaching field or instructional support area if entering a
certification program.
Submission of resume with chronology of professional employment.
Two letters of recommendation, preferably from outside the academic department, attesting to the prospective student's
scholarship and/or professional abilities.
Two page narrative on the prospective student's career goals and purpose for graduate study.
See departments for any other or more specific requirements.
Keep a copy of this program checklist and maintain it. You must complete all program requirements for graduation and teacher
certification. Course substitutions are not permitted. Also, note course prerequisites and follow them. You will be withdrawn from
a course if you do not meet the stated prerequisites.
Teaching field courses must be consistent with your area of certification. Your advisor must approve your choices for this
requirement.
You must take a comprehensive end-of-program examination during the semester in which you complete your degree requirements.
Application forms can be obtained from Student Services, UCOM 3020, HPE 1016 or online at
http://www.southalabama.edu/coe/forms/compsapp.pdf . Watch for posted deadlines for each semester.
http://www.southalabama.edu/coe/forms/deadlinetstdates.pdf
Graduation deadlines are posted on bulletin boards in UCOM hallways and are listed in class schedules and the University Bulletin.
Application forms are available in the Office of the Registrar. http://www.southalabama.edu/registrar/gradmenu.htm .
Class ‘A’ teaching certificate applications are available in the Student Services Office, UCOM 3020,
Confer with your assigned advisor when you have questions concerning your program. Remember that advisors give advice; they
are not responsible for your program.
4-21-2014