Applied Linguistics and TESOL
ISAL 521 - General Articulatory Phonetics The study of the articulation, classification, discrimination, production, and transcription of speech sounds. The focus is on a wide range of sounds found in the world’s languages. Prerequisite(s): Concurrent registration in ISAL 520. Credit(s): 3. ISAL 522 - Phonetics and Phonology of English The study of the auditory discrimination, physical description, and systematic transcription of speech sounds, both standard and disordered, used in English and how these sounds are structured, organized and used. Some sounds from other languages are also included for comparison. Prerequisite(s): Concurrent registration in ISAL 520. Credit(s): 3. ISAL 523 - Introduction to Phonology Introduction to the systematic arrangements and rules by which languages organize and alter their speech sounds. Prerequisite(s): ISAL 520 or 521. Credit(s): 3. ISAL 525 - Introduction to Syntax Introduction to the patterns, regularities, and rule-governed alterations in grammar whereby words are organized into phrases, clauses, and sentences. Prerequisite(s): ISAL 520 (can be taken concurrently). Credit(s): 3. ISAL 529 - Introduction to Semantics and Pragmatics Study of meaning systems in language and how meaning is conveyed in linguistic and social contexts. Prerequisite(s): ISAL 520. Credit(s): 3. ISAL 535 - Introduction to Bible Translation An introduction to the principles and problems of cross-language and crosscultural communication with special emphasis on translating the Bible into indigenous languages. Prerequisite(s): ISAL 520. Credit(s): 3. ISAL 537 - Introduction to Literacy An overview of literacy in neoliterate societies, including motivation, local authorship, orthography design, reading methodology, strategies for literacy programs, and the relationship of literacy to social context. Prerequisite(s): Concurrent registration in ISAL 520. Note(s): Does not count toward the concentration in literacy. Credit(s): 3. ISAL 543 - Literacy in Social Context An exploration of vernacular and bilingual literacies within their social setting, including such factors as social environment, economy, and religion. Attention is given to the impact of social and linguistic factors on literacy program design, implementation, and management. Prerequisite(s): Concurrent registration in ISAL 520. Credit(s): 3. ISAL 544 - Literacy Methods and Materials Examination of different theories and methods used to teach literacy and to prepare primers and other reading materials in minority languages. Prerequisite(s): Concurrent registration in ISAL 520. Credit(s): 3. ISAL 546 - Reading and Literacy Theory A survey of both reading theory (cognitive and psycholinguistic) and literacy theory (vernacular, functional, and national), with emphasis given to the development of integrated literacy education programs. Prerequisite(s): Concurrent registration in ISAL 520. Credit(s): 3.
Master of Arts in TESOL (Online) Objectives English has become the most widely used language in the world today, particularly in the areas of science, commerce and education. Tens of thousands of students in developing countries are taught English in school. Thousands more study English in order to pursue careers or educational programs demanding English language skills. Refugees and immigrants to the United States desire English to survive and to establish themselves in their new homeland. There is thus a considerable demand for qualified teachers of English both here and abroad. To help meet the need for trained Christian teachers of English as a Second Language (ESL) or English as a Foreign Language (EFL), the Department of TESOL and Applied Linguistics offers two regular programs in TESOL: a Certificate in TESOL and an M.A. in TESOL. The programs are academically rigorous; yet focus on the practical aspects of teaching in a variety of settings. The department also seeks to serve teachers desiring to continue their professional advancement or upgrade their qualifications, and non-degree students interested in gaining basic teaching or tutoring skills, by offering a variety of separate courses, from introductory to advanced. The M.A. in TESOL encompasses the goal of the certificate program plus the additional goal of broader academic training. Teachers are equipped for work in and beyond the classroom in administration, training, course design, etc. The focus of the TESOL programs is post-secondary and adult education. Those interested in K-12 ESL in U.S. schools should consult with the School of Education. Degree Requirements (33 * Credits) The same as the on-campus MA TESOL as listed above except:
ISTE or ISAL Electives: 6 credits ISTE 505
Foundations of TESOL
Credit(s): 1.
* Presumes foundational courses have been fulfilled.
Courses Applied Linguistics (ISAL)
ISAL 511 - Applied Linguistics Introduction to theoretical and practical issues in applied linguistics, focusing on several important areas; e.g., bilingual education, lexicography, literacy, orthography design, social dialects and education and translation. Prerequisite(s): Concurrent registration in ISAL 520. Credit(s): 3. ISAL 520 - Introduction to Language and Linguistics Introduction to basic concepts in the scientific study of language, major areas of linguistic analysis, and several subareas of the field, including language in society. Material from English and a variety of other languages is used to provide a broad perspective. Note(s): Prerequisite for graduate courses in Applied Linguistics for program majors. May be taken concurrently with other ISAL courses. Credit(s): 3.
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