World Language / English as a Second Language (ESL) Concentration
The Educational Specialist (EdS) degree in Teacher Education, World Language / ESL Education Concentration, is designed for individuals who have a masters degree in world language education or English as a second language education and a desire to examine world language / ESL education instruction, curriculum, and learning. This program does not lead to a teaching license.
EdS in Teacher Education, World Language / ESL Education Concentration | Credit Hours |
Required Courses (Core Area) | 6 |
Must include one course from two of the following areas: adult learning, assessment, cultural studies, educational technology, ESL, instructional pedagogy; or Special Education | |
Concentration: World Language / ESL Education courses | 12 |
Related Studies | 6 |
For Thesis Option: | |
TPTE 518 – Specialist in Education Research and Thesis | 6 |
For Non-Thesis Option: | |
TPTE 503 – Problems in Lieu of Thesis | 6 |
For Both Options: | |
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Judson Laughter, associate professor and team lead
Clara Brown, associate professor and ESL lead
James Coda, assistant professor
Students completing the EdS in Teacher Education, Social Science Concentration have two options:
Thesis Option: Students enroll in TPTE 518 (Educational Specialist Research and Thesis ) for 6 credit hours. The EdS thesis must be approved by the student’s committee prior to submission to the Office of Graduate Studies for final approval and acceptance. The student must register for thesis hours during this time.
Project Option: Students enroll in TPTE 503 (Problems in Lieu of Thesis) for 6 credit hours.
If you have questions about the program or the course of study, please contact:
Clara Brown, associate professor and ESL lead
Email: cbrown26@utk.edu
Jud Laughter, associate professor and team lead
Email: jud.laughter@utk.edu