MA Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)

The MA Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) is a postgraduate course offered by the University of Reading. This internationally recognized course is primarily designed for teachers or those planning to become teachers of English as a foreign language. It aims to help students improve their ability to understand and engage in current critical debates in TESOL theory and practice, as well as to enhance their academic and professional skills in the field.Course Content: The MA TESOL program includes a wide range of topics such as language learning and teaching, culture, identity and education, second language acquisition, and vocabulary learning and teaching. It also offers special features including an introduction to various teaching methods and approaches such as Task-based learning, Content and Language Integrated learning and the use of technology. Some core features such as language learning and teaching are assessed through assignments, presentations, or exams.Key Modules: The core modules of the MA TESOL program include language learning and teaching, second language acquisition, and vocabulary learning and teaching. Other optional modules that can be chosen to suit individual interests and career goals include: Dissertation, Content & Language Integrated Learning, Intercultural Communication: Encountering the Other, Materials & Technology in Language Learning, Task-based Language Learning & Teaching, Testing & Assessment in Language Learning, and TESOL Observations. Accreditations: Not specified.Future Careers: The MA TESOL course helps to open up opportunities in many areas within the broad field of TESOL, including managerial roles. Graduates of the program often find employment opportunities in education and in a range of other fields that value intercultural awareness and communication skills. Additionally, many graduates go on to take Doctoral studies.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.