DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE
TESOL M.A.
Student Outcomes Assessment
TESOL students awarded with an M.A. in TESOL will exemplify the following outcomes:
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The Structure and Function of Language
To identify and explain the major features of the structure of English past and present
To solve problems on different levels of language (for example, phonology, syntax)
To understand language change historically and at present
To be aware of the various functions of language in oral and written forms
To be conscious of the significance of the social and political contexts of language use
and change
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Academic Research and Writing
1) To effectively locate, analyze, and evaluate research on linguistics and language
pedagogy
2) To write in various professional modes, including the scholarly manuscript and
conference presentation
3) To accurately and ethically incorporate sources in academic papers and examinations
4) To demonstrate facility with APA documentation style
5) To demonstrate a command of academic English
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Applied Linguistics/Application of Theoretical Concepts
1) To identify linguistic concepts that can be applied to areas such as
education, law, health care, and translation/interpreting, among others
2) To understand the methodologies, prospects, and limitations of
applied linguistics
3) To explore career paths in areas in which linguistics has been
applied and in those areas that hold promise for the future
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Language Teaching Pedagogy
1. Content Knowledge. ESL teachers understand language as a system, how students learn
a language, and how language and culture are linked. They are knowledgeable about the
cultures of the people who are learning/acquiring English. Using this knowledge, they
create learning experiences that help students develop language proficiency and build
cultural understanding.
2. Learner Development. ESL teachers understand how students learn and develop and can
relate this to their development of language proficiency and cultural understanding. They
provide learning experiences that are appropriate to and support learners’ development.
3. Diversity of Learners. ESL teachers understand how learners differ in their knowledge,
experiences, abilities, needs, and approaches to language learning, and create
instructional opportunities and environments that are appropriate for the learner and that
reflect learner diversity.
4. Instructional Strategies. ESL teachers understand and use a variety of instructional
strategies to help learners develop language proficiency, build cultural understanding, and
foster critical thinking skills.
5. Learning Environment. ESL teachers create an interactive, engaging, and supportive
learning environment that encourages student self-motivation and promotes their
language learning and cultural understanding.
6. Communication. ESL teachers use effective verbal and non-verbal communication, and
multi-media resources, to foster language development and cultural understanding.
7. Planning for Instruction. ESL teachers plan instruction based on their knowledge of the
English language, culture, learners, standards-based curriculum, and the learning context.
8. Assessment. ESL teachers understand and use a variety of assessment strategies to
monitor student learning, to inform language and culture instruction, and to report student
progress.