The Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction with TESOL Licensure Endorsement program will provide the coursework required in Mississippi for Teaching English to Speaker of Other Languages (TESOL) licensure endorsement. This degree is intended for teachers interested in in teaching English to speakers of other languages. The State of Mississippi requires that those interested in TESOL must carry this endorsement of their license.
Belhaven graduate teacher education courses take an in-depth look into the classroom and the special skills required for teaching students who are not proficient in English. Coursework explores the principles of linguistics, methods of curriculum, instruction, and assessment for ESL (English as a Second Language) learners, and intercultural competence all taught from a Christian perspective.
Through this degree program, candidates have access to experienced professors who hold TESOL certifications. Since Belhaven’s founding in 1883, we have excelled in preparing high quality teachers who are passionate about brining their expertise into the classroom.