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As globalization connects diverse cultures more and more, it's crucial to educate students to be linguistically and culturally prepared to be world citizens. And with the nationwide shortage of qualified world language teachers, you can play a role in our increasingly integrated and interdependent world, by learning and applying theories of linguistics, intercultural communication and language pedagogy that responds to the needs of multilingual learners in a wide range of capacities.
World Languages Program Overview
The World Languages program was created by a cadre of faculty nationally recognized in all aspects of language acquisition. Our M.Ed. degree enables you to earn certification in World Languages with teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) certification. All candidates must demonstrate language proficiency outlined by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) examination and the equivalent of an undergraduate major in a world language and culture. The language program offers pre K-12 licensure in Spanish, French, German, Latin, and Mandarin.
A one-year M.Ed. option is possible for those students who complete ELL endorsement coursework as undergraduates.
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World Language Program Facts
Program Director: Heather Johnson
Program Coordinator: Becky Peterson
Admissions Coordinator: Erica Bodden
Admission Term: Fall
Credit Hours: 33
Application Dates
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Application Deadline 1
January 3
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Application Deadline 2
February 3
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Rolling Admissions
After February 3*
*Applications received after the Feb 3 second deadline are reviewed on a rolling basis and accepted as space and funds allow.
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World Languages (M.Ed.) and ESL Certification Curriculum
Students will earn a Master's in Education in World Languages with K-12 licensure in either Spanish, French, German, Latin, or Mandarin and the endorsement to teach K-12 English Language Learners. The 31-34 hours of coursework build on the foundational requirements of Peabody's Multilingual Learner Education program and the Secondary Education program.
"If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head. If you talk to him in his language, that goes to his heart."-Nelson Mandela
Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
The World Languages program recognizes and respects differences across students' backgrounds, circumstances, and personal and social identities and understands that our concept of diversity and what constitutes an inclusive climate will evolve as we welcome new students. We are committed to creating academic experiences that address issues of justice and equity, working within our classrooms and program to increase the participation and contributions of persons who bring diverse perspectives and experiences to the pursuit of knowledge.