English, Master of Arts in Teaching

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Program Objectives

The Master of Arts in Teaching English is a thirty-three point five to thirty-nine point five (33.5-39.5) credit degree program offering candidates opportunities for reflection and research in principles and practices for instruction of English language and literature, with particular emphasis on fieldwork experiences. Successful completion of the program leads to fulfillment of Commonwealth of Massachusetts requirements for initial licensure to teach English at the middle and secondary level.

Admission Requirements

Additional Admissions Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in English. Students without a BA in English, should apply to the MA/MAT English program.

Course in adolescent psychology (undergraduate or graduate)

Program Requirements

Upon acceptance into the program, you will complete a tentative Plan of Study in consultation with the program coordinator. You must request that any transfer credits be considered at this time. Please note that no more than three courses taken at Salem State University before admission can be counted towards this program. You should meet regularly with the program coordinator to discuss your progress and revise your plan of study as needed.

Course Requirements

Licensure Preparation Stage I (Introduce): Education Core (9 credits)

Licensure Preparation Stage IIA (Practice): SEI and Methods (5.5 - 8.5) credits

* EDS 860 - Sheltering Content for English Language Learners
* A candidate who holds an SEI endorsement may use the endorsement to satisfy the requirement.
EDS 812 - Special Education History and Law
EDC 770 - Methods of Teaching English I
EDC 786 - Secondary English Education MAT Pre-Practicum I

Licensure Preparation Stage IIB (Practice): Advanced Teaching Methods (4 credits)

Licensure Preparation Stage III (Demonstrate): Practicum (3-6 credits)

Content Core (12 credits)

ENG 725 - Introduction to Graduate Studies in Literature
ENG 817 - Contemporary Approaches to the Teaching of Composition
ENG 821 - Contemporary Approaches to Teaching Literature
ENG Elective - English Content Course (3 credits)

Total Credits: 33.5 - 39.5

Variable Credit

Variable credit programs are designed to address a student’s academic plan while adhering to the program requirements and standards of the profession. Based on their background (e.g., prior coursework, select endorsements), some students may be approved for the minimum number of credits of the program and other students may need additional coursework. Students will work with the Graduate Program Coordinator to determine the best fit of courses within the structure of the program and propose the Plan of Study to the School of Graduate Studies for review and approval.