2018 Tesol Viewbook

TEACHING ENGLISH TO SPEAKERS OF OTHER languages program

Master of Arts

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Degree Requirements The MA TESOL curriculum is a 30-credit program of study.

All students complete five core courses and a concentration in either Teaching or Curriculum Development. The complete program description and list of courses are published on the website: newschool.edu/matesol.

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Curriculum

Language Analysis: Phonology, Lexis, and Syntax Language Analysis: Grammar and Discourse Principles of Language Learning and Teaching English in the World E-Portfolio Either Observation Research or Practitioner Research Concentrations (15 Credits) The remaining 15 credits are determined by the student’s concentration. There are three-credit, two-credit, and onecredit classes. Career changers and all applicants with less than two years’ ESL teaching experience must choose the teaching experience can choose the Curriculum Development concentration.

Note: Certain courses, such as Curriculum Development, can be taken by non-matriculated students for professional development. For more information, call or email the Office of Admission.

Admission The Office of Admission can help you decide whether The New School’s MA TESOL is the right program for you.

We welcome applications from aspiring teachers of diverse backgrounds. Prior teaching experience is not necessary for admission to the Teaching concentration. An approved ELT certificate and prior ESL/EFL teaching experience are required for admission to the Curriculum Development concentration.

When making admission decisions, we carefully consider all aspects of the application, including the statement of purpose, prior work and life experience, and academic achievement.

A personal interview is required, which will be scheduled after receipt of all application materials.

master of arts

Teaching concentration. Individuals with appropriate ESL

Unravel it and start from scratch.

The New School was founded in 1919 by a group of socially progressive educators looking to address critical issues in a relevant and conscious way. Today this university, composed of five renowned schools, continues to be a force of new ideas in linguistics through the MA TESOL program, a culturally empathetic curriculum that expands the boundaries of traditional language pedagogy. These groundbreaking courses explore the way new modes of teaching English affect culture and society around the world.

The content of the MA TESOL curriculum

Theory to Practice

at The New School is cutting edge: It

The cornerstones of the MA TESOL

explores the theoretical as well as the

are bridging theory and practice,

practical issues relevant to current praxis.

remaining relevant and up-to-date in a

Rather than taking a purely linguistic

dynamic and ever-evolving field, learning

stance, we adopt social, cultural, and

experientially, and staying focused on the

political perspectives on global English.

needs of all language learners. We base

Our MA TESOL students practice strategies

our theory on practice and vice versa.

and techniques that make language and

We encourage students to explore their

intercultural communication accessible

own areas of interest throughout the

to learners. Bringing their own unique

program. Some students opt to complete

backgrounds and skills to bear, they

independent studies under the guidance

learn to motivate and empower learners

of MA TESOL teachers. Examples of

to achieve their academic, professional,

groundbreaking studies by our students

and personal goals.

include research into effective techniques to motivate learners, the design of

• Teach English anywhere in the world.

• Empower adults to speak English as a second language for work, study,

specialized curriculum, and the development of training courses for English language teachers.

and travel.

• Create programs relevant to the

MA students can participate in the

needs of speakers of other languages

MA TESOL Outreach Program, which

and sensitive to their experiences

allows them to gain valuable classroom

and aspirations.

experience while addressing the dire

• Bridge cultural and linguistic divides.

• Teach a global language responsibly, with respect for local values.

need for free English language classes for immigrants in New York City. This program provides a space in which to

• Challenge current orthodoxies with

hone your teaching skills while building

regard to language learning and

your awareness of how vital the ability

teaching.

to speak English can be in the lives of

• Join a community dedicated to your

language learners.

success in the field.

“The MA program did an incredible job of not only preparing me to be a good teacher, but also connecting me with individuals with a wide range of teaching and life experiences.”

—Emily Burnett, MA TESOL ’16

One program, two concentrations,

A Summer Intensive in NYC

infinite possibilities

to Accelerate your studies

You can choose between two concentrations:

MA TESOL students interested in studying on-site

Teaching and Curriculum Development. Students in

at The New School’s Greenwich Village campus

the Curriculum Development concentration have at

can take up to 12 credits in our eight-week Summer

least two years’ English language teaching experience

Intensive program. The Summer Intensive curriculum

and plan to work in the area of curriculum and

includes seminars, guest lectures, field trips, workshops,

programmatic design, teacher training, or program

and the opportunity to teach in the MA TESOL

management. Students in the Teaching concentration

Outreach Program. During the intensive, you

typically want to develop their in-class skills and teach

can gain invaluable experience teaching language

English to adults in programs both in the United States

learners while being observed and mentored by

and abroad. Whichever direction you take, you will

our distinguished faculty.

thrive in our MA TESOL program, which is rooted in experiential learning.

World-Renowned Tesol Professors The teachers in our program demonstrate exceptional

A flexible program designed

teaching skills and the energy and dedication needed

around you

to ensure your success. Our faculty includes some

The MA TESOL program at The New School is ideal for

of the most highly respected professionals in the

working professionals looking for maximum flexibility

field, including Steve Cornwell (Osaka, Japan), Jeremy

in study options. You can take the program either

Harmer (Cambridge, United Kingdom), Anne Katz

entirely online, on-site in New York City, or through

(San Francisco, California), Jeff Mohammad (Austin,

a combination of online and on-campus study.

Texas), Lesley Painter-Farrell (New York, New York), Carol Lethaby (San Francisco, California), Michael

In-Depth Online Learning

Griffin (Seoul, South Korea), Emily Reynolds (Boulder,

MA TESOL online classes offer you a unique

Colorado), and Scott Thornbury (Barcelona, Spain). The

and exciting learning environment. You will have

faculty are distinguished by their commitment to social

the opportunity to communicate with and learn

justice in education; this commitment is unique to TESOL

from classmates and faculty all over the world.

at The New School, a university founded in 1919 by

Lively, in-depth conversations with students

a group of progressive intellectuals looking for a new,

based in the United States, Canada, Switzerland,

more relevant model of education.

Turkey, China, Japan, South Korea, Poland, Dubai, Hungary, South Africa, Brazil, Spain, Saudi Arabia,

OUR GLOBAL TEACHING COMMUNITY

and Vietnam facilitate real learning, insight, and

The friendships you make and the community you

discovery. We offer an array of online courses every

join when studying in the MA TESOL are strong and

term­—fall, spring, and summer. View our courses at

supportive and one of the key reasons we describe the

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MA TESOL as more than a program. Webinars, monthly on-site meetings, conferences, and blogs ensure that the supportive MA TESOL community lasts past graduation.

This community fosters excellence in the field by supporting and encouraging constant experimentation and innovation. Our graduates work for universities and other public and private schools, international corporations, nonprofits, governments, and NGOs and in private practice in the United States and abroad. They teach English to people of all ages and circumstances, administer ESOL programs, and create innovative programs of their own. They have received Fulbright Fellowships, have published, and have presented at international conferences. In other words, they continually raise the standards of the TESOL profession.

Think of it as a system.

“ The MA TESOL program helped me build a global network of experts and challenged me to grow as a learner and a teacher-trainer.”

—Autumn Westphal, MA TESOL ’17

Our University at a Glance

A Few Facts that Set Us Apart

Founded in 1919.

#1 for small classes Among national universities, The New School has

Located in Greenwich Village, in the heart of NYC, with a branch campus in Paris.

the highest proportion of classes with fewer than 20 students.1

#1 art and design school Parsons School of Design is the top art and design

Houses five schools and colleges.

school in the nation.2

Offers more than 130 degree and diploma programs and majors and more than 50 minors.

Has more than 10,000 degree-seeking students.

Students come from all 50 states and 116 countries.

#1 most international university We have a higher percentage of international students than any other U.S. university with more than 10,000 students.3

#1 for sustainable building The American Institute of Architects named the New School University Center one of the greenest buildings in the United States—and it’s the largest LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Gold-certified urban university building.

The New School offers a range of programs.

See details at newschool.edu/academics.

Membership and Accreditation The New School is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

MSCHE is a regional accreditor and federally recognized body. The New School has been accredited by MSCHE since 1960. All degree programs at the New York City campus of The New School are registered by the New York State Department of Education. Both NYSED and MSCHE provide assurance to students, parents, and all stakeholders that The New School meets clear quality standards for educational and financial performance.

For full information on the university’s accreditation, visit newschool.edu/provost/ accreditation.

The information published here represents the plans of the university at the time of publication and does not constitute an irrevocable contract between the student

and The New School. The university reserves the right to change without notice any matter contained in this publication,including but not limited to tuition, fees, policies, degrees, programs, names of programs, course offerings, academic activities, academic requirements, facilities, faculty, and administrators.

Payment of tuition or attendance at any classes shall constitute a student’s acceptance of the administration’s rights as set forth above. The New School is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution. For important information including student rights, campus safety statistics, and tuition and fees, visit newschool.edu/your-right-to-know.

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