A LOOK INSIDE
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TO BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY TOWARD A MASTER’S DEGREE IN TESOL
GRADUATE PROGRAMS
Challenging curricula led by experienced faculty. Flexible class scheduling. Multicultural perspectives. Affordable tuition. Your graduate experience at Saint Michael’s College will be uniquely tailored to your needs and goals. You’ll work closely with renowned experts, interact with a diverse student population, and be part of a welcoming campus community unlike any other in Vermont.
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TO THE GRADUATE PROGRAMS IN TESOL AT SAINT MICHAEL’S COLLEGE For over 60 years, Saint Michael’s TESOL Programs have been recognized and respected, both locally and internationally, as a premier educational institution. We trust you will find your experience here to be both challenging and rewarding as you move forward in achieving your career goals. Whether your plans include working in the United States, your home country, or another destination, Saint Michael’s is the place to help you become successful, wherever you go. As a prospective, current, or new student, this viewbook is an invaluable resource for you. If you are an international student or permanent resident (Green Card holder), we’ve compiled information that applies specifically to you on our “International Prospects” page. If you have any questions at any time, we are here to help you. Please feel free to call on us. Best wishes from the entire TESOL staff!
THE GRADUATE TESOL PROGRAMS Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (MATESOL) MATESOL Online+OnCampus (Hybrid) MATESOL Pathway Program MATESOL + Pre-K-12 ELL Initial VT Licensure MATESOL + Pre-K-12 ELL Endorsement ELL Endorsement Graduate Certificate in TESOL Summer TESOL/TEFL Certificate
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Thank you for your interest in the Graduate Programs in TESOL at Saint Michael’s College. Our programs give students the theory and techniques to teach English to non-native speakers of English. Applicants to the degree and certificate programs should apply online on our web site: www.smcvt.edu/graduate/admission The suggested deadlines for applications are as follows: Term Term Begins
Domestic International Applicants Applicants
The following items are required to apply for the Graduate Programs in TESOL at Saint Michael’s College. Please note that complete instructions are provided on the application. For assistance with the admission process, please contact our Program Office. Action
Domestic International Applicants Applicants
Fall
Late August
July 1
June 1
Spring
Mid January
December 1
October 1
(Online application is preferred)
Summer
Mid May
April 1
February 1
Official Transcripts Yes
Yes, in English
Two Reference Forms with Letters of Recommendation
Yes
Yes
Resume
Yes
Yes
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Completed Application Yes Yes
Essay (Instructions included on application form) Yes
TOEFL/IELTS Results
Yes
Not required 79ibT/6.5IELTS for native required for speakers of direct English admission
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MONTREAL, CANADA
LAKE CHAMPLAIN
NEW YORK
BURLINGTON, VERMONT
MAINE
NEW HAMPSHIRE
BOSTON
MASSACHUSETTS
THE UNITED STATES
CONNECTICUT PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND NEW JERSEY
NEW YORK CITY
Saint Michael’s College is located in the northwest region of scenic Vermont, in the historic northeastern part of the United States. Our campus is right next door to downtown Burlington, the largest city in Vermont, and just a few hours away from internationally acclaimed cities. Just north of Saint Michael’s lies Montreal, Canada — the cultural center of Quebec — known for its night life, fine dining, fashion, history, European charm, and bilingual population. Southeast of Saint Michael’s is Boston, Massachusetts; a city renowned for its cultural facilities, world-class educational institutions, and sports, as well as its place at the very forefront of American history.
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A bit further south is New York City, New York; the largest city in the United States, celebrated for its world leadership in finance, fashion, theater, design, and business. Vermont is home to all kinds of commerce, from small businesses to major corporations such as Ben & Jerry’s, Keurig Green Mountain, and Burton Snowboards.
We’re fortunate at Saint Michael’s to have Vermont, also known as the Green Mountain State, as our backdrop. From the great outdoors to treasures found indoors, Vermont truly has something for everyone. RECREATION Got an adventurous child in you? Vermont is a natural playground. Just beyond our doors, you’ll have easy access to a myriad of recreational sports, including worldclass skiing, snowboarding, biking, hiking, rock climbing, and kayaking. DAY TRIPS For the explorer in you, Vermont has a beautiful countryside to discover. Our Northeast Kingdom region boasts rich tapestries of color and old world charm, while towns like Stowe, Montpelier, and Middlebury tempt you with an eclectic mix of history, shopping, and dining. WEEKEND GETAWAYS Like to travel? Major U.S. and Canadian cities are within an easy drive of Saint Michael’s. You can get to vibrant destinations like Boston, New York City, Montreal, and Quebec City in merely a few hours.
BURLINGTON Feeling cosmopolitan? Big-city culture and shopping are just a few miles away in downtown Burlington. Home to breathtaking views of Lake Champlain, Burlington hosts fantastic festivals, scenic harbor cruises, picturesque beaches, and a 7.5 mile bike path that winds along the lake. At the heart of Burlington is the Church Street Marketplace, a celebrated open-air mall where you’ll discover street entertainers, music, food vendors, and over 100 places to shop and dine. At night, Broadway performances and cultural events bring excitement to our small but dynamic state. AN AWARD-WINNING PLACE Once you visit Vermont, you’ll see why it’s consistently praised by renowned publications. You’ll agree with the New York Times, who admires Vermont for its “worldliness” and its “socially conscious vibe.” You’ll understand why National Geographic ranked our state as one of the “50 Places of a Lifetime.”
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Our diversity reflects the cultures and impressively broad range of practitioners and students within the TESOL field. Our graduate students hail from all over the country, and all over the world. The global perspectives of our students are truly remarkable—they are part of what makes Saint Michael’s an inspiring place to learn. On our campus, students from throughout the United States interact daily with students from Asia, Africa, South America, Europe, and the Middle East. What’s more, the city of Burlington ranks high among U.S. small cities for its percentage of speakers of other languages. In the last decade or so, resettlement programs
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have brought thousands of political and economic refugees to Vermont. With over 50 different languages spoken in the Burlington School District, our TESOL graduate students have the unique opportunity to apply their skills with English learners from around the world, right in our own backyard. After graduation, Saint Michael’s TESOL graduates can choose to work in the United States or in another country. Graduates can be found teaching in schools and universities, running institutions or organizations, pursuing doctoral degrees, or engaged in research.
LIBRARY Open over 100 hours a week during the academic year, the Durick Library supports research and scholarship by students, faculty, and staff. Our collection includes over 270,000 volumes, 60,000 online journals, and 7,000 videos, and grows each year. The Durick Library provides state-of-the-art technology, including 130 research databases and off-campus access to online resources. DINING Our campus has several options for fresh, delicious food that’s affordable and convenient, including two cafés and a dining hall. As a certified Fair Trade Institution, we offer Fair Trade coffee, tea, and bananas, as well as local, farmto-table dishes, plus vegetarian and vegan options. CAMPUS STORE Located on the first floor of the Alliot Student Center, the Campus Store provides text books, Saint Michael’s gear, and more, including affordable laptops through the CampusHP program. It’s open during the academic year Monday through Saturdays, with slightly more limited hours during the summer. THE ADVENTURE SPORTS CENTER The Adventure Sports Center acts as an outdoor guide for the entire Saint Michael’s community, offering outings and classes every weekend as well as extended trips. Go hiking, climbing, kayaking, skiing, and much more. Graduate students can also purchase a discounted Season Pass to Smugglers’ Notch Ski Resort. SAINT MICHAEL’S PLAYHOUSE For a real cultural experience, check out our campus theater, the Playhouse. Now in its 65th season, Saint Michael’s Playhouse has been named “One of the best regional theater companies in America” by the NYC Drama League and hailed by Yankee Magazine as “The Best of New England.” FREE PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION Saint Michael’s students receive free access to all local bus routes in the greater Burlington area, as well as regional routes that travel to Montpelier, Middlebury, and other Vermont cities. All you need is your student ID to ride free.
For a tour, call the Program Office at 802.654.2684
Our website is also an excellent resource for finding nearby accommodations. We have an extensive list of recommendations and a friendly staff to help you.
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HELPING YOU GET HERE
FINANCIAL AID At Saint Michael’s, the value of your education far exceeds the cost. Our small-school intimacy will challenge, empower, and nurture you at a price that is less than that of comparable institutions. At Saint Michael’s College, we do all we can to make graduate school affordable for you. We do not impose the numerous additional fees that you’ll find at other schools, such as course credit fees, health fees*, student fees, technology fees, or parking fees. About 30% of our graduate students seek some form of financial aid. There are two loan programs available for graduate study: the Federal Direct Unsubsidized loan and the Federal Direct Graduate PLUS loan. All aid recipients must apply for financial aid each year by completing a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and a Saint Michael’s College Graduate Financial Aid Application which is available on our website at the Student Financial Services Forms page. * Summer program does not include health insurance.
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Financial aid in the form of loans is offered on the basis of financial need and many factors are considered. Graduate students need to be accepted into a degree program in order to be offered financial aid, and a copy of your letter of acceptance will be required to process aid. Please note that conditional acceptance and Graduate Certificate Program acceptance do not meet this requirement. Applicants must be full-time students. A graduate student also must be enrolled enrolled in at least 6 credits to be considered for these aid programs. To retain federal loans you need to have at least a “B” average or its equivalent, and be making good progress toward graduation from the program. For summer sessions, you must also complete the additional one-page form available online at the Student Financial Services Forms page, www.smcvt.edu/sfs.
GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIP The TESOL Graduate Program offers a Graduate Assistantship for students who seek more involvement in the TESOL Department in exchange for financial aid, and who have been at least one semester in the program. Graduate Assistants will support the TESOL Department with administrative tasks, while gaining invaluable experience and skills. As only one assistantship is offered by the Program each year, the process is competitive. Applications for the Graduate Assistantship can be made through the TESOL Program Office. For more information, please contact tesol@smcvt.edu. YELLOW RIBBON SCHOLARSHIP Under the Post 9/11 GI Bill, the Department of Veteran Affairs will cover veterans’ tuition for graduate study at participating institutions, including Saint Michael’s. There are some restrictions, however, so we encourage you to contact your Department of Veteran Affairs for application information and forms.
Vermont Fun Fact: Vermont is the largest producer of Maple Syrup in the US and produces over 500,000 gallons of syrup a year.
We collaborate with highly-respected educational institutions in other countries for job recruitment and practicum placement for our graduate students.
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STARTING LIFE AS A STUDENT
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TAKING COURSES BEFORE APPLYING TO THE PROGRAM Do you wish to see how graduate school can fit in your life? Do you need a single course or want to prove to yourself that you can work at the graduate level? You can register for a course without being formally admitted, but you need to have the prerequisites for that course, if applicable, and you may be asked to supply a copy of your Bachelor’s Degree transcript or grade report. MEETING WITH YOUR ADVISOR Once you have your letter of acceptance, you need to meet with your advisor, who is assigned to you in your letter. International or distance students may handle this by email or telephone. Your advisor will help you register for classes if you need help.
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REGISTERING FOR COURSES Register for your courses through the Registrar’s Office using the Registration Form. Accepted students will receive information about registering online. More information, including schedules and forms, is on our website. GETTING YOUR ID CARD, THE KNIGHT CARD All graduate students must have a Knight Card. Knight Cards can be obtained no earlier than one week prior to classes, or two days after you register if classes have begun. See our website for instructions. GETTING YOUR PARKING PASS In order to park on campus, you must have a parking pass. It’s free and can be picked up at the Office of Public Safety or apply for one on our website.
GETTING CONNECTED WITH OUR TECHNOLOGY ACCOUNTS MikeNet is the Saint Michael’s computer network. All registered graduate students will be issued a MikeNet account, which is used for all our communications, including information from your instructors. KnightVision gives you access to view financial aid disbursements, grades, and other student information. KnightVision is also used for online registration for accepted students. Canvas is your virtual classroom, whether you’re on campus or not, which keeps you connected to your course. GETTING YOUR BOOKS Order your books through the Campus Store. Stop by or visit them online for more information. PAYING YOUR BILL Payment in full is expected on or before the first day of class. Contact the Office of Student Financial Services with any questions. TIME LIMIT There is a seven-year Statute of Limitations requirement, meaning that you must complete the Master’s degree program within seven years from the start of your first course. Only under special circumstances may students petition for an extension. CONTINUOUS ENROLLMENT Once you have been admitted into our Program, you must show regular and continuous progress toward the Degree. Generally, this means you must be enrolled in no less than six graduate credits in a given academic year.
“Saint Michael’s TESOL program is not just a quality education, it’s a family. My favorite memories are eating dinner with dishes from ten different countries.” – Masaki Oda, MATESOL ’85, Professor of Applied Linguistics and Director of the Center for English as a Lingua Franca, Tamagawa University, Tokyo, Japan
Current Students: REQUESTING A TRANSCRIPT If you need an official transcript of your Saint Michael’s course work, you need to make a formal request in writing. Please visit our website for full instructions and contact the Registrar’s Office with any questions: www.smcvt.edu/ academics/registrar-and-catalog
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TRANSFER OF CREDITS You may request transfer of credits for graduate study completed at other institutions. With the approval of the program director, up to nine graduate credits may be accepted. Transfer of Credit forms may be obtained on our web site. Contact your advisor for assistance.
LOOKING FOR MORE ANSWERS? Our website is a great resource for you, regardless of where you are on your path at Saint Michael’s. You’ll find helpful information for prospective students, new students, current students, and alumni. You can always email us or give us a call, too. We’re here to help! WEB:
www.smcvt.edu/graduate/tesol
EMAIL: tesol@smcvt.edu PHONE: 802.654.2684
READY TO APPLY? We recommend that you apply online by these suggested deadlines: DOMESTIC APPLICANTS Fall Term:
July 1
Spring Term:
December 1
Summer Term:
April 1
CANDIDACY Candidacy is a critical milestone that affirms your success in the degree program and more concretely plans your course work to completion. You must apply for Candidacy after you have completed nine credits in the program. In order to apply for Candidacy, you need to complete a Candidacy Form, which will plan and schedule your course of study. See our website for Candidacy Guidelines and to download the Candidacy Form. If you have any questions or need more information, please contact your advisor. The Intent to Graduate Form is available online. CAPSTONE, THESIS, AND PORTFOLIO Exit requirements for the MATESOL degree involve chosing one of the following options: a Capstone paper (non-credit) submitted in the last semester; a thesis (6 credits), which is listed as an elective course; a portfolio submitted to the Graduate Education Department (for Pre-K-12 ELL Licensure students only). FINAL TERM Within the first two weeks of your final semester, submit a completed Intent to Graduate Form and the diploma fee to the Graduate TESOL office. If you intend on participating in the May graduation ceremony, information will be sent to you. Visit our website for more details. Students who complete degree requirements in August or December are invited to participate in ceremonies the following May. Upon completion of all degree requirements, you will be sent an unofficial copy of your transcript. Diplomas are usually available within eight to twelve weeks after the end of the term.
INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS
Vermont Fun Fact:
Fall Term:
June 1
Spring Term:
October 1
Summer Term:
February 1
Calvin Coolidge, the 30th President of the United States, was from Vermont. He is also the only president to be born on Independence Day, July 4th, 1872.
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INTERNATIONAL
PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS Saint Michael’s may not be located in a major city, but our community is still a vibrant, diverse hub of international energy. Students and professors from around the world come to Saint Mike’s to be a part of life here. For international prospective students, the admission process is supplemented with a few additional documents. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS You must complete the International Applicants section of the Graduate Application. If you are not a US citizen or resident, you must enter the US on a visa that allows study. You must submit a photocopy of your passport page showing the correct spelling of your name and date of birth. If an I-20 is required (for a student visa), you must submit financial certification verifying that you have sufficient financial resources to provide for your academic and personal expenses for one academic year while attending Saint Michael’s. I-20s cannot be prepared without this and your passport. If your native language is not English, you must submit verification that you have achieved the minimum test score on an approved test for English proficiency. If you have not achieved these minimum scores, you may still be qualified for our MATESOL Pathway Program (see our program page for more details) • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language): 550 pbTOEFL/ 79 ibTOEFL
• IELTS (International English Language Testing System): 6.5 Saint Michael’s TOEFL code: 3757
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RICHARD YORKEY SCHOLARSHIP FUND The Fund is established in memory of Richard C. Yorkey to annually recognize outstanding students who reflect the criteria of the Richard Yorkey Award. After 23 years in Beirut, Lebanon, and a dozen years at Concordia University in Montreal, Canada, Dick culminated his distinguished lifetime teaching career at Saint Michael’s College, remaining active at the Applied Linguistics Department (formerly School of International Studies) right up until his death in November 1998. Dick was known and loved for his genuine interest in his students as individuals. Beyond his obvious interest in giving them the most enlightening and enjoyable of experiences in their classroom learning, Dick was dedicated to aspects of learning which result in building of strong character. Distributions shall be made annually to provide financial assistance to one or more students from the Teaching English to the Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) graduate program. The Yorkey Award fund will be used as a scholarship for tuition and fees to augment the yearly ALD financial aid contribution to AMIDEAST, with the condition that the selected scholarship student comes to Saint Michael’s College to study in the MATESOL program.
MATESOL PATHWAY PROGRAM If you have not achieved the minimum TOEFL or IELTS scores, you may still be qualified for our MATESOL Pathway Program. If your English is not yet strong enough to embark on the full-time program, but your application is otherwise acceptable, Saint Michael’s may offer you conditional admittance. See our Programs for more information about the Pathway program. HOUSING Limited on-campus housing is available for international graduate students and ranges from $500-$650/month. FINANCIAL AID To receive aid from the US government, you must be a citizen or permanent resident (Green Card holder) of the United States. Students living outside the US should contact their local Education USA Advising Center for information about scholarship opportunities.
ENROLLMENT STATUS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS In most cases, an international student must be enrolled full-time (9 graduate credits) to maintain their visa status. F-1 or J-1 visa holders must attend classes on a full time basis to remain “in status.” Visitor/tourist visa holders may not attend classes. DEPOSIT International graduate students are required to make a $500 deposit to confirm their enrollment in the program. This deposit is refundable (minus a $100 processing fee) in the event that a visa is denied. The deposit amount will be applied to the student’s tuition.
The following pages give you a more detailed look at our Graduate TESOL Programs. You’ll find each program broken down to include the courses you’ll need to take. As this book is a supplement to our website, we encourage you to visit us online where you’ll find even more details. After reading through these pages, we encourage you to reach out to us with your questions. If you have yet to join us as a student, our staff in the Graduate TESOL office is happy to help you. If you’re a current student, it is highly recommended that you select courses in consultation with your advisor. Your advisor can explain any areas of confusion for you and help you stay on track, so you’ll feel ready and prepared to take on the terms ahead.
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GRADUATE TESOL
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS MATESOL DEGREE (ON CAMPUS) The on campus degree may be earned over four semesters based on a fall entry, although many students require an additional semester or two depending on their program and term of entry.
REQUIRED COURSES
GSL ELECTIVES
(36 credits- all courses are 3 credits)
(All courses are 3 credits)
GSL 500
Foundations of Linguistics
GSL 502
English Grammar
A limited number from this list is offered each semester.
GSL 506
Becoming a TESOL Professional
GSL 542
Introduction to Language Teaching
GSL 543
Teaching of Oral Skills in ESOL
GSL 544
Teaching Reading and Writing in ESOL
GSL 563 Content-Based Instruction and English for Specific Purposes
GSL 604
Second Language Acquisition
GSL 564
Literature in TESOL
GSL 565
Grammar in the Classroom I
GSL 600
Teaching Vocabulary in ESOL
GSL 602
Intercultural Communication
GSL 606
Curriculum & Syllabus Design
GSL 608
Discourse/Error Analysis
GSL 611
Sociopragmatics
GSL 612
Bilingualism and Multicultural Education
GSL 655
Language Learning and Assessment for Children
GSL 670
Independent Research in TESOL
THESIS TRACK
GSL 689
Special Seminar in TESOL
One Elective from GSL Elective courses PLUS
GSL 692
Independent Study: Advanced Practicum
GSL 620 Principles of Testing and Assessment in Language Teaching GSL 688
Practicum II: Classroom Teaching
ADDITIONAL COURSE REQUIREMENTS Students will follow either the Capstone or the Thesis track
CAPSTONE TRACK Three Electives from GSL Elective courses. Students will also write a capstone paper that encompasses their teaching philosophy.
GSL 690
Thesis Research Seminar
GSL 520
Computer Assisted Language Learning
GSL 546
K-12 Literacy in ESOL
GSL 547
ESOL in the Content Areas
GSL 691 Thesis Students will write a research thesis and deliver a thesis defense presentation.
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CAPSTONE PAPER
THESIS
The Capstone Paper recognizes the teaching profession as one of lifelong learning and professional development. The Paper gives students the opportunity to formally articulate their teaching philosophy. The Paper will be written in the first person and follow the usual conventions for an academic paper.
If you choose to obtain your MATESOL degree with a thesis option, you will be required to take GSL 690 Thesis Research Seminar and GSL 691 Thesis. If you choose the thesis option, you will be required to defend the results of your research before your committee.
All students will complete a Capstone Paper except for those completing a thesis or the MATESOL Plus Licensure Program.
A thesis is a work of original or literature-based research on a topic pertinent to the field of TESOL/Applied Linguistics and must be written under the direct supervision of an MATESOL faculty member. In addition to the thesis advisor, you need to choose an additional member, selected in consultation with your advisor, who must approve your thesis.
GRADUATE TESOL
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS MATESOL ONLINE + ON CAMPUS PROGRAM This program allows students to complete their MATESOL in as little as 14 months by spending two summers on our beautiful campus in Vermont and taking the remaining TESOL courses online wherever they live in the world.
RECOMMENDED SEQUENCE OF REQUIRED COURSES (36 Credits- all courses are 3 credits) Summer 1 (12 credits) GSL 500
Foundations of Linguistics
GSL 506
Becoming a TESOL Professional
GSL 542
Introduction to Language Teaching
GSL604
Second Language Acquisition
Four online courses during the fall and spring semesters (12 credits) GSL 520
Computer-Assisted Language Learning
GSL 544
Teaching Reading and Writing in ESOL
GSL 606
Curriculum and Syllabus Design
GSL 689
Special Seminar in TESOL (elective)
Summer 2 (12 credits) GSL 502
English Grammar
GSL 543
Teaching of Oral Skills in ESOL
GSL 620 Principles of Testing and Assessment in Language Teaching GSL 688 Practicum II: Classroom Teaching (may also be taken online in preceding spring semester and completed off-campus)
“I aim to construct classrooms full of activity, dialogue, and reflection. I see these three elements as key to fostering a successful learning environment. Teaching is not about transfer, it is about transformation.” –Dr. Ben White, Assistant Professor, Applied Linguistics and MATESOL Programs
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GRADUATE TESOL
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS MATESOL PATHWAY PROGRAM (INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ONLY) International Conditional Admittance For full admittance to the MATESOL program, you must supply documentation of the required TOEFL or IELTS score as evidence of English language proficiency (see International page). If your English is not yet strong enough to embark on the full-time program, but your application is otherwise acceptable, Saint Michael’s may offer you conditional admittance. This means that you must either supply the required test scores for full admittance, or show that you have achieved the required level of English language proficiency by successful completion of our MATESOL Pathway Program. Pathway Program Eligibility: Required Test Scores • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language): 530 pbTOEFL/ 71 ibTOEFL • IELTS (International English Language Testing System): 6.0 (with no subtest below 5.5) Saint Michael’s TOEFL code: 3757
The Pathway Program (formerly Graduate Academic English Program or GAEP) provides language preparation for students with high-intermediate to advanced English proficiency who are conditionally admitted to the MATESOL program. Pathway students take two credit-bearing MATESOL courses, plus two courses in our Academic English Program (AEP) that are designed to prepare students for graduate study: MATESOL courses (to be decided, depending on semester of entry) 1. ENGxxx Advanced College Writing 2. ENGxxx: Introduction to Literature Successful completion of the Pathways Program is defined as earning a Grade Point Average of 3.0/4.0 with no grades lower than C. You will then be able to transfer into the full-time MATESOL program, having completed 6 credits out of the 36 total required. The Pathway Program is one full semester (16 weeks) and is offered in the fall, spring and summer terms. Students whose English test scores are below the requirement for the Program may apply to study in our Intensive English Program. See smcvt.edu/admissions/international-admission for more information.
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GRADUATE TESOL
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS MATESOL + PK-12 ELL INITIAL TEACHER LICENSURE PROGRAM The K-12 ELL Initial Teacher Licensure program will prepare you to teach ELL in Vermont public schools. The Vermont Teacher License is reciprocal in most US states. The course work is designed to be completed in a minimum of five semesters, based on fall entry.
REQUIRED COURSES (46 Credits) TESOL Courses (21 credits) GSL 500
Foundations of Linguistics
(3 cr.)
GSL 502 English Grammar (3 credits) Plus 20 hours grades 7-12 practicum GSL 543
Teaching Oral Skills in ESOL
(3 cr.)
GSL 546 K-12 Literacy for ELL Plus 20 hours grades K-6 literacy practicum
(3 cr.)
GSL 547 ELL in the Content Areas Plus 20 hours K-12 practicum
(3 cr.)
GSL 612
(3 cr.)
Bilingualism and Multicultural Education
GSL 655 Language Learning & Assessment for Children (3 cr.)
Portfolio As part of your licensure program, you will be required to complete a portfolio at the end of your student teaching semester. You will learn more about your portfolio requirements when you begin your Graduate Education courses. Important Notes Candidates for initial licensure must pass the Praxis I and Praxis II (ELL) examinations. Acceptance to the Master in TESOL degree program does not automatically ensure acceptance to the ELL Initial Teacher Licensure Program. You will apply to both the MATESOL degree program and the Graduate Education ELL Licensure Program concurrently. After acceptance to the Master in TESOL
Graduate Education Courses (16 credits) GED 516 Foundations: Understanding the Past and Creating the Future
(3 cr.)
GED 520
Child and Adolescent Development
(3 cr.)
GED 528
K-8 Curriculum, Assessment and Management (4 cr.)
GED 612
Math and Diversity
(3 cr.)
GED 641 Teaching in the Inclusive Classroom K-12 Student Teaching Component
(3 cr.) (9 cr.)
GED 550
Student Teaching Internship
(6 cr.)
GED 555
Student Teaching Seminar
(3 cr.)
Vermont Fun Fact: Vermont is ranked #2 healthiest state behind Hawaii according to America’s Health Rankings and was called one of the Hottest Cities in 2015 by MSN Money because of our sustainability movement in food and energy.
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GRADUATE TESOL
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS MATESOL AND PK-12 ELL (ADDITIONAL) ENDORSEMENT FOR LICENSED TEACHERS
PK-12 ELL (ADDITIONAL) ENDORSEMENT FOR LICENSED TEACHERS
Licensed Vermont school teachers who wish to add an ELL teaching endorsement may take the state-approved PK-12 ELL (Additional) Endorsement Program as part of their MATESOL program. Coursework involves a 60-hour practicum with English learners in local schools.
This is a non-matriculating course of study for students with Vermont Teaching Licenses looking to add the ELL endorsement to their license.
Students also must complete a MATESOL Capstone Paper before graduation and pass the state-mandated Praxis II examination to be recommended for the Vermont ELL Endorsement.
REQUIRED COURSES (36 credits- all courses are 3 credits) Recommended sequence based on a 4-semester completion plan, starting Fall semester.* Fall 1 (9 credits) GSL 500
Foundations of Linguistics
GSL 506
Becoming a TESOL Professional
GSL 546
PK-12 Literacy for ESOL (+ practicum)
Spring (9 credits) GSL 502
English Grammar (+ practicum)
GSL 604
Second Language Acquisition
GSL 612
Bilingualism and Multicultural Education
Summer (9 credits)
There is no formal matriculation process for the Endorsement program; however, applicants are requested to complete a department-internal application form for advising and administrative purposes. The ELL Endorsement program may be taken in isolation, or as part of the MATESOL degree program.
REQUIRED COURSES: (18 credits- all courses are 3 credits) Recommended sequence based on a 4-semester completion plan, starting in Fall semester.* Fall 1 (3 credits)
GSL 542
Introduction to Language Teaching
GSL 546
GSL 543
Teaching of Oral Skills in ESOL
Spring (6 credits)
GSL 655
Language Learning and Assessment for Children
GSL 612
Bilingualism and Multicultural Education
GSL 502
English Grammar
Fall 2 (9 credits) GSL 547
ESOL in the Content Areas (+ practicum)
PreK-12 Literacy for ESOL (+ practicum)
Summer (6 credits)
GSL Elective
GSL 655
GSL Elective
GSL Elective
Capstone PaperPortfolio
*NOTE: If you do not follow this recommended sequence we cannot guarantee that a course you need will be offered when you want it. Independent study for these courses is not an option.
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The ELL endorsement, granted by the State of Vermont, authorizes teachers to add ELL certification to their current Vermont license. Saint Michael’s College offers a pre-approved 18-credit series of courses toward this qualification. Successful completers of this coursework and the associated practicum will be recommended by Saint Michael’s College for the PK-12 ELL Endorsement. Students will need to pass the Praxis II Exam (ELL) before they can be recommended for endorsement.
Language Learning and Assessment for Children
Fall 2 (3 credits) GSL 547
ESOL in the Content Areas (+ practicum)
*If you do not follow this recommended sequence, we cannot guarantee that a course you need will be offered when you want it. Independent study for these courses is not an option.
GRADUATE TESOL
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS GRADUATE TESOL CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
SUMMER TESOL / TEFL CERTIFICATE
The Graduate Certificate in TESOL is an option within the TESOL program for students who do not wish to pursue a Master’s Degree or who have special training objectives in mind.
Obtaining your certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) / Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) isn’t just a great way to help adults acquire English language skills, it’s a passport to the world. Our Summer TESOL /TEFL Certificate Program offers an intensive four-week, summer course of study designed to prepare you for teaching English to nonnative speakers abroad or in in the U.S.
Graduate Certificate students take 24 credits within the menu of TESOL courses and receive a Certificate of Graduate Study. The certificate can be earned over two summer terms, over two semesters, or on a part-time basis. For students who intend to go on to pursue a MATESOL degree, all of the credits of your certificate may be applied toward your Master’s.
REQUIRED COURSES: (24 credits- all courses are 3 credits) GSL 500
Foundations of Linguistics
GSL 502 English Grammar (plus 20 hours grades 7-12 grammar practicum) GSL 506
Becoming a TESOL Professional
GSL 542
Introduction to Language Teaching
GSL 543
Teaching of Oral Skills in ESOL
GSL 544
Teaching Reading and Writing in ESOL
GSL 604
Second Language Acquisition
One GSL Elective
Vermont Fun Fact: Our capital is Montpelier and is the only capital in the US that doesn’t have a McDonald’s.
The 120-hour program includes a 30-hour practicum with at least six hours teaching in a multilingual classroom. With the TESOL Certificate, you can earn four undergraduate credits and/or six credits advance standing* toward your Saint Michael’s Master’s degree in Teaching English to Speakers of other Languages (MATESOL). Upon successful completion of the program, each student receives a formal letter reflecting his or her strengths in coursework and teaching. This serves as a reference for future teaching positions. Students may also use the job listings we post for positions available around the world. Graduates are now working in Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and Latin America. *Successful completion of the Summer TESOL/TEFL Certificate program will grant four undergraduate credits to current Saint Michael’s College students, and completion of a capstone paper will grant up to six credits of advance standing toward Saint Michael’s MATESOL program. MATESOL applicants must have a bachelor’s degree and at least a 3.0 GPA.
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MASTER’S IN EDUCATION
ENDORSEMENT PROGRAMS TEACHING ENGLISH TO SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES
FACULTY & ADMINISTRATION FACULTY Mahmoud Arani, Ph.D., SUNY/Buffalo Professor; Department Chair PHONE: 802.654.2277 OFFICE IN ST. EDMUND’S HALL: 117
Richard Gamache, M.Ed., Saint Michael’s College Associate Professor PHONE: 802.654.2356 OFFICE IN ST. EDMUND’S HALL: 115
Christine Bauer-Ramazani, M.B.A., M.A., M.Ed., University of Vermont, Instructor PHONE: 802.654.2642 OFFICE IN ST. EDMUND’S HALL: 127
Elizabeth M. O’Dowd, Ph.D., University of Colorado, Boulder Professor; Graduate TESOL Director PHONE: 802.654.2276 OFFICE IN ST. EDMUND’S HALL: 122
Daniel Evans, Ph.D., University of Texas-Austin Associate Professor PHONE: 802.654.2264 OFFICE IN ST. EDMUND’S HALL: 137
Benjamin White, Ph.D., Michigan State University Assistant Professor PHONE: 802.654.2605 OFFICE IN ST. EDMUND’S HALL: 124
Raichle Farrelly, M.A., Ph.D., University of Utah Assistant Professor PHONE: 802.654.2613 OFFICE IN ST. EDMUND’S HALL: 126
PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION Kirstin van Luling Administrative Assistant, MATESOL Coordinator, Summer Certificate Program EMAIL: kvanluling@smcvt.edu PHONE: 802.654.2284 OFFICE IN ST. EDMUND’S HALL: 119B Tina Cioffi Administrator, English Language Programs, Operations EMAIL: tcioffi@smcvt.edu PHONE: 802.654.2301 OFFICE IN ST. EDMUND’S HALL: 119A Melissa Holzman Designated School Official, International Student Services EMAIL: mholzman@smcvt.edu PHONE: +1.802.654.2391 OFFICE IN ST. EDMUND’S HALL: 222A
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Julia Kirby Administrative Assistant, English Language Programs EMAIL: jkirby@smcvt.edu PHONE: 802.654.2657 OFFICE IN ST. EDMUND’S HALL: 119 Lisa Lagerquist Associate Director of International Admissions EMAIL: llagerquist@smcvt.edu PHONE: +1.802.654.2810 OFFICE IN HOEHL WELCOME CENTER: 2nd Floor Jacqui Samale Roden Coordinator of International Student Services EMAIL: jsamale@smcvt.edu PHONE: 1.802.654.2303 OFFICE IN ALLIOT HALL: 223C
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CAMPUS OFFICES Graduate TESOL Office (Admission) Kirstin van Luling Saint Edmund’s Hall, Room 119B EMAIL: tesol@smcvt.edu PHONE: 802.654.2684
Graduate Records (Registrar’s Office) Sarah Hodgson Founders Hall, Room 112 EMAIL: registrar@smcvt.edu PHONE: 802.654.2571
International Office Lisa Lagerquist Hoehl Welcome Center, 2nd Floor EMAIL: llagerquist@smcvt.edu PHONE: +1.802.654.2810
Student Accounts/ Graduate Financial Aid Heidi Sullivan Founders Hall Annex 162 EMAIL: hsullivan@smcvt.edu PHONE: 802.654.2581
Saint Michael’s College is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges. The College is a member of the National Commission on Accrediting, American Association of Colleges, American Council on Education, National Catholic Educational Association, National Conference of Church Related Colleges, College Entrance Examination Board, and the National Association of College Admissions Counselors. Saint Michael’s believes in practicing nondiscrimination. It does not, and will not in the future, discriminate against applicants for admission or for employment, students or employees on the basis of race, national or ethnic origin, color, religion, age, sexual orientation, or handicap. Saint Michael’s reserves the right to change various prices and policies without prior notice. We will, however, make every effort to notify your school, or you of significant changes.
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