The Master of Arts in Language and Learning does not lead to recommendation for teacher certification in New York State. There are five specialization areas from which a student may choose; the selected area will be indicated on the student's transcript when awarded:
Requirements for Admission to Fredonia's Language and Learning, MA:
NOTE: We are only actively recruiting for the TESOL, Bilingualism/Multilingualism, and Heritage Languages specialization track as of July 16, 2015; however, the admission requirements are the same for all five specialization areas.
Language Proficiency Requirements
- for Native Speakers of English:
- A statement of your background and goals in addition to a resume (maximum three pages)
- A graduate-level 800-1,200 word short essay in English which addresses the following question: “Describe your reasons for pursuing a graduate degree in Language and Learning and support your rationale with specific information pertinent to your desired degree.”
- 12 post-secondary credit hours in a Language Other than English (LOTE), or an approved equivalency, in a single language. Candidates may be accepted conditionally into the program without the LOTE credits fulfilled. Matriculation into the program is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of this requirement.
- A satisfactory intermediate-level 800-1,200 word short essay in a language other than English (LOTE). Candidates may be accepted conditionally into the program without the LOTE essay. Matriculation into the program is contingent upon the satisfactory evaluation of this essay.
- for Non-Native Speakers of English:
- A statement of your background and goals in addition to a resume (maximum three pages)
- A graduate-level 800-1,200 word short essay in English which addresses the following question: “Describe your reasons for pursuing a graduate degree in Language and Learning and support your rationale with specific information
- pertinent to your desired degree.”
- A graduate level 800-1,200 word short essay in the candidate's native language. This can be any academic paper (e.g., a paper from a college course).
- Further stipulations as listed below under “Additional requirements for non-native speakers of English to the program.”
Program Requirements (30 credit hours)
Research Methods (9 credit hours):
| EDU 570 | Using Educational Research to Improve Instruction | 3 |
| EDU 660 | Conducting Educational Research | 3 |
| EDU 690 | Master's Thesis/Project | 3-6 |
Core Courses - as required for specialization; see below (9 credit hours):
| EDU 518 | Second Language Acquisition and Development | 3 |
| EDU 565 | Language and Learning: Psycho- and Sociolinguistic Considerations for Educators of ELL Students | 3 |
| or | |
| EDU 568 | Foundations of Bilingual Education | 3 |
| EDU 564 | Linguistics for ESL Educators | 3 |
NOTE: EDU 518 is an on campus course with an online component.
EDU 565 is the core course taken for the Heritage Language and the Sociolinguistic Specializations
EDU 568 is the core course taken for the TESOL/TFL, Language Policy, and Bilingualism/Multilingualism Specializations
Specialization Electives (12 credit hours):
Courses that exist in other departments may be approved by Program Coordinator; see far below.
TESOL / TEFL:
| EDU 592 | Special Topics: Language, Learning, and Leadership | 3 |
| EDU 519 | Curriculum Theory for the Second Language Classroom - ESL I | 3 |
| EDU 540 | Content Area English as a Second Language | 3 |
| Electives | 3 |
Language Policy:
| EDU 592 | Special Topics: Language, Learning, and Leadership | 3 |
| EDU 565 | Language and Learning: Psycho- and Sociolinguistic Considerations for Educators of ELL Students | 3 |
| Electives as advised | |
Bilingualism / Multilingualism:
| EDU 592 | Special Topics: Language, Learning, and Leadership | 3 |
| EDU 565 | Language and Learning: Psycho- and Sociolinguistic Considerations for Educators of ELL Students | 3 |
| EDU 555 | Methods of Bilingual Education | 3 |
| One course in Study Abroad in L2 context (by advisement) | |
Sociolinguistics:
| EDU 592 | Special Topics: Language, Learning, and Leadership | 3 |
| EDU 568 | Foundations of Bilingual Education | 3 |
| Electives as advised | |
Heritage Languages:
| EDU 592 | Special Topics: Language, Learning, and Leadership | 3 |
| EDU 519 | Curriculum Theory for the Second Language Classroom - ESL I | 3 |
| EDU 568 | Foundations of Bilingual Education | 3 |
Courses Existing in Other Departments Which May Be Considered for Specializations
Using these courses to satisfy a specializations would depend on the specialization and require both approval from Department Chair of the Specific Department and the Program Coordinator. Consult the Program Coordinator.
English:
| ENED 554 | Composition Theory and Practice | 3 |
| ENED 665 | Studies in English Education | 3 |
| ENGL 520 | Graduate Seminar in Literature and Culture | 3 |
Education - C&I or LLL:
| EDU 508 | Teaching Exceptional Learners in Inclusive Settings | 3 |
| EDU 529 | Proactive Approaches to Classroom Management in Inclusive Settings | 3 |
| EDU 503 | Evaluation in the Schools | 3 |
| EDU 505 | The Process of Writing: K-12 | 3 |
| EDU 506 | Introduction to Literacy Instruction | 3 |
| EDU 539 | Current Issues and Problems in Education | 3 |
| EDU 552 | Introduction to Literacy Assessment | 3 |
| EDU 556 | Teaching Language Arts in Spanish | 3 |
| EDU 614 | Principles of School Administration and Leadership | 3 |
| EDU 620 | Public School Finance | 3 |
| EDU 624 | Contemporary Problems in School Leadership | 3 |
| EDU 579 | Social Foundations of Literacy | 3 |
| EDU 581 | Japanese Culture and Education | 3 |
Note: Also, for the Bilingualism / Multilingualism and Heritage Languages specializations - any of the required courses for the bilingual extension (CAS-BLE currently in TESOL program).
EDU 581 Japanese Culture and Education is cross-listed with PSY 570.
Psychology:
| PSY 510 | Contemporary Issues in Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 546 | Classroom Expectancy Effects | 3 |
| PSY 570 | Japanese Culture and Education | 3 |
INED: Study abroad courses
Open SUNY:
ADE 584: Literacy Skills and the Adult Learner (Buffalo State)
ADE 688: Leadership in Organization (Buffalo State)
EDI 647: Teaching Adolescence Reading, Writing, and Literature (The College at Brockport)
Others as approved.