MAT Teaching English as a Second Language Specialization

Course Overview This Master of Arts specialization prepares bachelor's degree holders to become certified K-12 ESOL instructors in North Carolina. The program equips educators with advanced strategies for teaching English to speakers of other languages through comprehensive coursework and hands-on field experience. Graduates are fully prepared to pass the required Praxis II ESOL exam and launch their teaching careers. Key Program Highlights Leads to North Carolina K-12 ESOL teacher certification Integrates practical field experiences with academic coursework Prepares candidates to successfully pass the Praxis II ESOL exam Designed for career-changers with an existing bachelor's degree Focuses on effective instructional methods for multilingual learners