English Language Development

The Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction: English Language Development is designed for teachers in elementary, secondary and post-secondary settings who want to enhance their content knowledge and skills in language development and acquisition in order to increase student learning and understanding of the fundamental structure of language and communication. The development of English language proficiency with low language native English speakers is included in this course of study. An emphasis is placed on transformative teaching strategies and practices that address structural methods for teaching language. The integration of technology to enrich student learning in the elementary and secondary school core curriculum via academic language are included in this course of study.

Program Objectives for the Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction: English Language Development

In addition to meeting the objectives for all Concordia’s Master of Education programs, successful candidates in the M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction: English Language Development will demonstrate:

• Expertise in the utilization of new methods of authentic assessment and strategies as tools to evaluate student learning progress.
• The ability to modify instructional plans and promote alternative goals and strategies when necessary, particularly in relation to assessment results.
• Effective instructional skills in planning, implementing, and assessing instruction in settings that include diverse cultural populations and special needs students.

Getting Your Degree Online

The  English Language Development Master’s program is fully online. This online format uses cutting edge curriculum delivered on easy to use online learning technology to provide students with a challenging educational experience. Each online course is 5 weeks in length.

To speak with an enrollment specialist call: 1 (877) 251-4405 or start your application here.