Education Practice & Leadership
M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction,
Concentration: Teaching English Language Learners
Welcome to the Teaching English Language Learners Program!
Our program is designed to prepare you to teach students who speak English as a second or foreign language. We focus on equipping teachers with the skills needed to meet the unique needs of English learners and support their success. We currently offer two options:
- an M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction with a Concentration in Teaching English Language Learners
- an ESL endorsement program for licensed teachers in Tennessee, which can be added to an existing teaching license.
M.E.D. In TELL
Quick Facts
✓ Total Classes: 11
✓ Methods of Instruction: Flexible (Face-to-Face, Hybrid, and Online)
✓ Total Credit Hours: 23
ESL Endorsement
Quick Facts
✓ Total Classes: 4-6
✓ Methods of Instruction: Online
✓ Total Credit Hours: 12-18
M.Ed. in C&I with a Concentration in Teaching English Language Learners
This 33-credit hour, non-licensure program consists of coursework and practical opportunities that provide graduates the skills to become resources for the PK-12 education sector, advocates for language learners around the globe, and teachers of adult English Language Learners.
PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOME
Our vision, mission, and values align with that of the College of Education at Tennessee State University . As such, candidates in the TELL program will be expected to achieve the following objectives:
- Analyze and apply theories and research related to language structure and language acquisition.
- Design supportive language learning environments using the intersections of language and culture, related theories, and principles.
- Plan and implement research-based language instruction that integrates language skills, technology, and relevant teaching strategies.
- Apply a variety of language proficiency instruments and techniques.
- Understand the history and current trends in language pedagogy and research, and collaborate to meet the needs of language learners.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
- 33 credit hours of coursework
- Successful completion of the comprehensive exam
OVERVIEW OF COURSEWORK
The M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction with Teaching English Language Learners (TELL) concentration requires 33 credit hours
The general core of fifteen (15) semester hours:
EDCI 5110 Research and Statistics in Education
EDCI 5260 Philosophy of Education
EDCI 5300 Multicultural Education
EDCI 6100 Curriculum Planning and Programming
PSYC 5430 Advanced Educational Psychology
The concentration coursework of eighteen (18) semester hours:
EDCI 5010 Issues in Bilingual Education and Second Language Acquisition
EDCI 5020 Strategies, Planning & Curriculum Design for ELLs
EDCI 5030 Testing and Assessment of Non-Native Speakers of English
EDCI 5040 Content Area Instruction for English Language Learners
EDCI 5050* English Language Learners Instructional Practicum
EDLI 5800 Linguistic Applications to Teaching Language Arts
*Indicates that the course consists of a practicum component where students observe and/or teach English language learners.
SAMPLE TIMELINE
33 Credit Hours | 4-Semester Plan
This is an example and may differ based on an individual’s plans and goals.
| Year | Fall Semester | Spring Semester | Summer Semester |
| 1 | EDCI 5260
Philosophy of Education |
EDCI 5300 Multilingual Education | EDCI 5030 Testing and Assessment (Summer-Only) |
| EDCI 5010
Issues in Bilingual Education and SLA (Fall-only) |
EDCI 5040 Content Area Instruction (Spring-Only) | EDLI 5800 Linguistic App (Summer-only) | |
| EDCI 5020
Strat. Plan & Curri. Design for ELLs (Fall-only) |
PSYC 5430 Adv. Ed. Psychology | ||
| 9 credits total | 9 credits total | 6 credits total | |
| 2 | EDCI 5110
Research and Stat. |
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| EDCI 6100
Curri. Plan & Prog |
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| EDCI 5050 Practicum | |||
| 9 credits total | |||
| General Comp. Exam (recommended after Core courses) | |||
| TELL Comprehensive Exam (recommended after subject-area courses) | |||
| Apply For Graduation |
RESOURCES FOR CURRENT STUDENTS
Program Information for Current Students
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES
NEW TESOL PROGRAM
PK-12 ESL Endorsement
TSU offers licensed teachers the opportunity to pursue the endorsement of English as a Second Language (ESL). The ESL endorsement program is available only as an add-on to an existing teaching license and is recognized by the State of Tennessee. To obtain the endorsement, candidates must successfully complete 18 credit hours of coursework and achieve a passing score on the Praxis ESL examination (5362).
Required Courses (18 credit hours):
EDCI 5010 Issues in Bilingual Education and Second Language Acquisition
EDCI 5030 Testing and Assessment of Non-Native Speakers of English
EDLI 5800 Linguistic Applications to Teaching Language Arts
EDCI 5020 Strategies, Planning & Curriculum Design for ELLs
EDCI 5040 Content Area Instruction for English Language Learners
EDCI 5050* English Language Learners Instructional Practicum
Please contact the lead faculty member for more information.
For more information:
Hyeon Jean Yoo, Ph.D.
Lead Faculty | Teaching English Language Learners
Email: hyoo@tnstate.edu
QUICK LINKS FOR ESL ENDORSEMENT
Office of Certification and Transcript Analysis
RESOURCES
FAST-TRACK ESL ENDORSEMENT PROGRAM
This program is available based on demand. If you’re interested, please email the coordinator.
