Curriculum Requirements
The MATESOL degree can be completed in an intensive three-semester program. However, many students extend their program to four semesters in order to take advantage of elective courses and specializations in Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL) and Language Program Administration (LPA).
Three Semester Option
Click on the links in the table below to view course descriptions from the Monterey Institute's course catalog.
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Summer Option | Semester 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Principles & Practices of Language Teaching (3) | Curriculum Design (3) | Some TESOL classes may be offered | Practicum (3) |
| Introduction to Observation (1) | Structure of English (3) |
Intensive language courses |
Portfolio Preparation (2) |
| Language Analysis (3) | Language Assessment (3) | Internships and summer teaching jobs | Applied Linguistics Research (2) |
| Sociolinguistics (3) | Second Language Acquisition (4) | Electives (2-4) | |
| Educational Research (3) | Electives (2-4) |
Four Semester Option
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Semester 3 | Semester 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Principles & Practices of Language Teaching (3) | Curriculum Design (3) | Applied Linguistics Research (2) | Practicum (3) |
| Introduction to Observation (1) | Structure of English (3) | Language Assessment (3) | Portfolio Preparation (2) |
| Language Analysis (3) | Second Language Acquisition (4) | Electives (1-4) | Electives (1-4) |
| Sociolinguistics (3) | Electives (2-4) | ||
| Educational Research (3) |
Portfolio Requirements
As part of the graduation requirements, students create a Program Portfolio of their work to demonstrate their professional skills and knowledge. This Portfolio is a collection of work selected and organized by the student to represent the student's learning (reading, thinking, research, teaching, and writing) during the program.
The Portfolio requires revision of selected academic products, along with reflection on the learning involved. The integrative process of the Portfolio allows students to explore relationships among theory, research and practice, and among various aspects of the language education field.
In its final form, the Program Portfolio is an authentic representation of the student's academic labors and professional preparation. The Program Portfolio may be developed into a professional portfolio, representing the student's qualifications, skills, knowledge and views relevant to a career in language education.
