Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages Webster University Athens

Overview

While pursuing the Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) from  Webster University Athens , graduate students refine their knowledge of the English language system and second language acquisition. 

Key facts

• They study phonology, dialects and legal policies that influence the teaching standards. Webster TESOL students also focus on theory regarding culture, language structure and teaching methodologies to ensure that they will become influential teachers in the future.
• Candidates will gain knowledge of:

• The English language system, its components (i.e., phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, etc.) and issues of linguistic variation (i.e., dialects, discourse, slang, humor, etc.).
• The major theories, key concepts and research in first and second language acquisition (SLA).
• Modern and traditional teaching approaches, as well as the legal processes and policies that have influenced the English as a Second Language field.
• Multicultural aspects and personal variables (i.e., background experiences, values, beliefs, gender) that affect the process of language acquisition and cultural integration.
• Effective learning and communication strategies.
• Curriculum design and appropriate materials/textbooks.
• Current and historical aspects of assessment design and implementation, as well as their implication for various stakeholders.