Master's Program
Program Information
The 36 semester-hour master’s degree in bilingual education provides preparation for teaching and coordinator/director positions focusing on development, coordination and evaluation of bilingual and dual language programs.
The M.Ed. or M.S. provides a sound combination of theory, methodology and substantive application, with some coursework flexibility within areas of program emphasis. Prescribed courses may be waived or substituted with committee approval, based on student experience and previous training, or demonstration of required skills. The program develops curriculum theory, instructional content, teaching methodology, accountability/evaluation strategies and family/community partnering. Classes are delivered in a variety of formats including face-to-face, video conferencing, and online.
Online Program
The bilingual education master’s program is now completely available online.
Scholarships
Federal/state funds are sometimes available for tuition waivers in the Bilingual Education Program for qualified in-service teachers in selected school districts.
Competencies
The degree program provides ample opportunities for field-based experience. In addition to success in seminar courses, enrollees must demonstrate these skills applied to educational settings for second language learners, including dual language and bilingual programs. These competencies include:
- academic and language learning
- social climate and emotional well-being
- school improvement
- family and community partnerships
Courses
Five core classes prepare teachers to take the Bilingual Education Supplemental Exam. The remaining courses advance knowledge in and provide opportunities for the following:
- research
- theory in bilingual education
- field practicum
- directed studies
Advisor
Kristie Stramaski
Academic Advisor II
Department of Educational Psychology
4225 TAMU
College Station, TX 77843-4225
Phone: 979.845.1833
Fax: 979.862.1256
kstramaski@tamu.edu or epsyadvisor@tamu.edu