Master of Education in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL): Apply knowledge about language learning to culturally and linguistically diverse classrooms.Elevate your skills and help transform lives with a Master of Education in one of five emphasis areas from the University of Missouri–St. Louis.At UMSL, we believe in empowering educators. Our education master’s program is built on a foundation of respect and recognition for your experience and expertise. Choose from a diverse range of specializations, tailoring your studies to your unique passions and goals while amplifying your existing skillset.Along with advanced coursework in your chosen specialization, you’ll engage in action research within your own classroom or educational work setting. Our MEd program will prepare you to identify problems of practice, collect and analyze data to improve student learning outcomes, and develop effective curricula.You’ll also explore practice learning theory and pedagogy, while deepening your understanding of educational technology and educational administration.

Admissions requirements include an earned baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with an overall grade point average of 3.0 or higher, a completed UMSL Graduate School Application, official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended and two letters of recommendation.