World Languages Education, Master of Education (M.Ed.)

This is a two-year program that leads to a Master’s of Education (M.Ed.) in Curriculum and Instruction with specialization in World Languages (WL) education.  The program includes: coursework, and writing a graduating seminar paper. 

The 2-year M.Ed Pathway has a long and rich tradition as graduate teacher- preparation program. In two years, students complete 30 credits of graduate coursework.  Our students graduate with a Master's degree from a nationally-ranked public university.

Non-thesis only: 30 credits required

In addition to the course requirements, students must also complete a seminar paper. Please note, this track does not offer state certification eligibility. 

Course Title Credits
Student Learning in Diverse Settings (6 credits required)6
Cross-Cultural Communication and Multilingual Learners
Teaching for Equity in Bilingual/Dual Language Immersion Programs
Research Course (3 credits required)3
Research Methods
Quantitative Research Methods I
Practices and Policies for Second Language Education (12 credits required)12
Reading, Cognition, and Instruction: Reading in the Content Areas I
Content Area Reading
Assessment and Language Education
Foundations of Literacy and Biliteracy Development
Multiliteracies: Theory and Practice
Advanced World Language Methods and Technology
Electives chosen from the list below or with advisor (9 credits required)9
Linguistics in Education
Teaching Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Exceptional Learners
Second Language Acquisition
Foundations of Second Language Education: Legal, Social and Historical Trends and Issues
Total Credits30