Study and teach at the same time with the Foreign Language Master of Teaching (M.A.T.)
program. This degree is designed to give students the best possible preparation for
teaching a foreign language. Three languages are offered: French, German, and Spanish.
Classes cover education, theories of language acquisition, foreign language teaching
methods, linguistics, and the literature and culture of the chosen language. The intensive
teaching internship, a unique aspect of the program, pairs students with a faculty
supervisor to teach an introductory language course at MTSU or with an experienced
educator in a country where the language of emphasis is spoken. Classes also are offered
in late afternoon or evening for the convenience of currently employed teachers.
National grant funds foreign language teaching fellows at MTSU
MTSU’s foreign languages department substantially expanded its Master of Arts in Teaching
program after receiving a $450,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Education. Students
pursuing the M.A.T. in French, German, or Spanish may apply for four fellowships awarded
through GAANN (Graduate Assistance in Areas of National Need). Dylan White, a 2010
alum, couldn’t afford a master’s study in Germany and worked retail before returning
to MTSU for a teaching license. When he then learned of the grant, he realized this
would make master’s studies possible. “I knew it would be a good program for me, since
it focuses on both pedagogy and language skills,” White says. “… The professors are
very helpful, and I feel very well prepared to go out into my own classroom and teach
German. I'm very grateful to have been afforded such a great opportunity.” Each fellow
receives an annual stipend and tuition waiver.
Language faculty's scholarly work benefits grad students
Foreign language graduate faculty members are engaged in a wide variety of scholarly
activities that feature new approaches to second-language methodology, original research
in literary studies, and study-abroad programs. Master’s students benefit from a close
relationship to the faculty and the opportunity to participate in workshops, research,
and other projects. Dr. Shelley Thomas, associate professor of French, is founder
and director of the Center for Accelerated Language Acquisition. Two techniques shown
to impact long-term retention and fluency, Total Physical Response and Teaching Proficiency
through Reading and Storytelling, are featured in both the CALA language institute
and in Thomas' graduate class on methodology. She also was keynote speaker at the
National TPRS Language Conference. Ric Morris, professor of Spanish, rebooted the
university’s successful Cuba study-abroad program in 2011. He also filmed two documentaries
tracing Cuba’s turbulent sugar industry, with Milton Hershey’s Cuba screened at universities and by the Hershey-Derry Township Historical Society.
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Graduates from the MTSU program have had an exceptionally high placement rate in both
public and private schools as foreign language educators. Some may go on to teach
at the community college level if they take more courses in the content area than
required.
Employers of MTSU alumni include
- Brentwood High School
- Centennial High School
- Middle Tennessee State University
- Montgomery Bell Academy
- Notre Dame High School
- Tennessee State University
- Webb School
Graduate
The World Languages, Literatures, and Cultures Department offers the Master of Arts
in Teaching (M.A.T.) with concentrations in French, German, or Spanish. MTSU is the
only public institution in the state offering the M.A.T. in foreign languages.
Applicants for the M.A.T. program in foreign languages must have:
- 24 undergraduate semester hours in their target foreign language (up to six hours
may be taken while enrolled in the program). Native speakers must consult with the
graduate director regarding this requirement.
- a bachelor’s degree.
- a combined score of 291 (current scale) or 900 (former scale) on the GRE (Graduate
Record Exam) – verbal and quantitative components.
- a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0.
- a score of Intermediate High or better on an oral proficiency exam administered by
the department.
Also offered is a minor at the graduate level.
For complete curriculum details, click on the REQUIREMENTS tab above.
Undergraduate
The undergraduate major in Foreign Languages has three concentrations — French and Francophone Studies, German, and Spanish — and leads to either the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree.
Minors are offered in French, German, Spanish, and Japanese. Courses in Arabic, Chinese,
Hebrew, Italian, Kurdish, Latin, Portuguese, and Russian are available.
Interdisciplinary minors coordinated through the Department of World Languages, Literatures,
and Cultures include Classical Studies, Early Modern European Studies, Latin American
Studies, Linguistic Studies, and Portuguese Studies.
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Professional Licensure Disclosure
The Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) with concentrations in French, German, or Spanish does not lead to initial licensure by the Tennessee Department of Education.
French
Foreign Languages, French Concentration, M.A.T.
Jun Da, Program Director
(615) 898-2279
Jun.Da@mtsu.edu
World Languages, Literatures, and Cultures offers the Master of Arts in Teaching with concentrations in French, German, or Spanish. Also offered is a minor at the graduate level. Students who would like to minor in world languages should determine the requirements based on their major curriculum in consultation with their advisors.
This degree is intended to prepare native and non-native speakers of the world language for a career in world language teaching at the elementary or secondary level. Students select a concentration from French, German, or Spanish.
Please see undergraduate catalog for information regarding undergraduate programs.
Admission Requirements
To be admitted to the Master of Arts in Teaching in Foreign Languages program with a French concentration, applicant must have earned at least 24 semester hours of French. Students may complete up to 6 hours of these as undergraduate hours while concurrently enrolled in the graduate program. Native speakers must consult with the graduate director regarding this requirement.
The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is required. A combined score of 291 on the verbal and quantitative portions of the Graduate Record Examination is considered indicative of potential for an acceptable level of academic performance.
Application Procedures
All application materials are to be submitted to the College of Graduate Studies.
Applicant must
- submit an application with the appropriate application fee (online at www.mtsu.edu/graduate/apply.php). Once this initial application has been accepted, the applicant will receive directions on how to enter the graduate portal to be able to submit other materials.
- submit official scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE);
- submit two letters of reference;
- submit official transcripts of all previous college work.
Degree Requirements
The Master of Arts in Teaching in Foreign Languages with a concentration in French requires completion of 36 semester hours (non-thesis) or 39-48 semester hours (thesis).
Candidate must
- complete 36 semester hours (non-thesis option) or 39-48 semester hours (thesis option) including 24 hours in world language courses as listed below; no more than 30 percent of the total degree hours dual-listed as undergraduate/graduate hours can be counted toward the degree;
- complete a professional education component approved by the chair of the Educational Leadership Department;
- achieve an oral proficiency level in the target language (French) of at least "Advanced" and a written proficiency level of "Advanced High" on the ACTFL scale; students should consult the world languages graduate director for additional information on this requirement;
- demonstrate a basic reading knowledge in a language other than French; this requirement may be met by passing a world language reading examination or by earning a final grade of A or B (83%) in FREN 5990, GERM 5990, LATN 5990, or SPAN 5920;
- successfully complete a written comprehensive examination that covers language teaching methods and the language, literature, and culture of the French language (may be taken no more than twice).
Curriculum: Foreign Languages, French
The following illustrates the coursework requirements. In addition, a maximum of 12 hours of thesis research may be required to fulfill degree requirements.
Thesis Option (39-48 hours)
Required Courses (9 hours)
FL 5500 - Introduction to Teaching Foreign Language
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Introduces students to a variety of approaches and methods for foreign language instruction in elementary or secondary schools.
FL 6990 - Internship
3 to 6 credit hours
(3 credit hours required)(3 credit hours required)
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title:(3 credit hours required)
(3 credit hours required)
FL 6990 - Internship
3 to 6credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Three credits are given for a supervised teaching internship at MTSU; six credits are given for a teaching internship abroad. Under certain circumstances a self-designed, nonteaching internship may be undertaken locally or in a foreign country where the target language is spoken. Students should consult the graduate director for details.
FREN 6000 - Seminar in French Studies
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Comprehensive study of history and structure of French language; advanced stylistics leading to research project of cultural, literary, or linguistic topic.
Educational Leadership Courses (9 hours)
- To be selected in consultation with advisor.
Electives (9 hours)
- Electives must be at 5000 or 6000 level in the concentration or in consultation with advisor.
Foreign Language Teaching (6 hours)
Choose 6 hours from the following:
FL 6010 - Foreign Language Acquisition: Theory and Practice
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Acquaints students with major theories of foreign language acquisition and various approaches to language learning.
FL 6300 - Teaching Foreign Languages for Proficiency
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Focuses on the study of foreign language methodology designed to develop proficiency in the target language.
FL 6700 - Introduction to Linguistics
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Basic concepts of linguistic analysis, which are applied to linguistic phenomena in French, German, Spanish, and English.
FL 6800 - Instructional Technology in Foreign Language Education
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. An introductory course with an emphasis on telecommunication and computer applications. Critical examination and evaluation of existing technologies and programs.
FL 6990 - Internship
3 to 6credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Three credits are given for a supervised teaching internship at MTSU; six credits are given for a teaching internship abroad. Under certain circumstances a self-designed, nonteaching internship may be undertaken locally or in a foreign country where the target language is spoken. Students should consult the graduate director for details.
Third Language Proficiency or Elective (3 hours)
Thesis (3-12 hours)
FL 6640 - Thesis Research
1 to 6 credit hours
(3 credit hours required)(3 credit hours required)
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title:(3 credit hours required)
(3 credit hours required)
FL 6640 - Thesis Research
1 to 6credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Selection of a research problem, review of pertinent literature, collection and analysis of data, and composition of thesis. Once enrolled for thesis research, students should register for at least one credit hour of research each semester until the thesis is completed. S/U grading.
Non-thesis Option (36 hours)
Required Courses (9 hours)
FL 5500 - Introduction to Teaching Foreign Language
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Introduces students to a variety of approaches and methods for foreign language instruction in elementary or secondary schools.
FL 6990 - Internship
3 to 6 credit hours
(3 credit hours)(3 credit hours required)
dotslash:(3 credit hours required)
title:(3 credit hours)
(3 credit hours required)
FL 6990 - Internship
3 to 6credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Three credits are given for a supervised teaching internship at MTSU; six credits are given for a teaching internship abroad. Under certain circumstances a self-designed, nonteaching internship may be undertaken locally or in a foreign country where the target language is spoken. Students should consult the graduate director for details.
FREN 6000 - Seminar in French Studies
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Comprehensive study of history and structure of French language; advanced stylistics leading to research project of cultural, literary, or linguistic topic.
Educational Leadership Courses (9 hours)
- To be selected in consultation with advisor.
Electives (9 hours)
- Electives must be at 5000 or 6000 level in the concentration, or in consultation with advisor.
Foreign Language Teaching (6 hours)
Choose 6 hours from the following:
FL 6010 - Foreign Language Acquisition: Theory and Practice
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Acquaints students with major theories of foreign language acquisition and various approaches to language learning.
FL 6300 - Teaching Foreign Languages for Proficiency
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Focuses on the study of foreign language methodology designed to develop proficiency in the target language.
FL 6700 - Introduction to Linguistics
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Basic concepts of linguistic analysis, which are applied to linguistic phenomena in French, German, Spanish, and English.
FL 6800 - Instructional Technology in Foreign Language Education
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. An introductory course with an emphasis on telecommunication and computer applications. Critical examination and evaluation of existing technologies and programs.
FL 6900 - Issues in Foreign Language Acquisition
1 to 3credit hours
Prerequisite: Approval of graduate coordinator. Independent study to address a problem or investigate an issue agreed upon by both student and instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 credits.
Third Language Proficiency or Elective (3 hours)
Program Notes
Candidates for the M.A.T. with a major in Foreign Languages and a concentration in either French, German, or Spanish select curriculum that is based on the individual's preference and need:
- for those already licensed to teach in the state of Tennessee;
- for those who wish to pursue the degree without teacher licensure in Tennessee.
The foreign language requirement under each option is the same; candidates should consult an advisor in the Educational Leadership Department regarding the courses pertinent to their degree and career goals.
German
Foreign Languages, German Concentration, M.A.T.
Jun Da, Program Director
(615) 898-2279
Jun.Da@mtsu.edu
World Languages, Literatures, and Cultures offers the Master of Arts in Teaching with concentrations in French, German, or Spanish. Also offered is a minor at the graduate level. Students who would like to minor in world languages should determine the requirements based on their major curriculum in consultation with their advisors.
This degree is intended to prepare native and non-native speakers of the world language for a career in world language teaching at the elementary or secondary level. Students select a concentration from French, German, or Spanish.
Please see undergraduate catalog for information regarding undergraduate programs.
Admission Requirements
To be admitted to the Master of Arts in Teaching in Foreign Languages program with a German concentration, applicant must have earned at least 24 semester hours of German. Students may complete up to 6 hours of these as undergraduate hours while concurrently enrolled in the graduate program. Native speakers must consult with the graduate director regarding this requirement.
The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is required. A combined score of 291 on the verbal and quantitative portions of the Graduate Record Examination is considered indicative of potential for an acceptable level of academic performance.
Application Procedures
All application materials are to be submitted to the College of Graduate Studies.
Applicant must
- submit an application with the appropriate application fee (online at www.mtsu.edu/graduate/apply.php). Once this initial application has been accepted, the applicant will receive directions on how to enter the graduate portal to be able to submit other materials.
- submit official scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE);
- submit two letters of reference;
- submit official transcripts of all previous college work.
Degree Requirements
The Master of Arts in Teaching in Foreign Languages with a concentration in German requires completion of 36 semester hours (non-thesis option) or 39-48 (thesis option).
Candidate must
- complete 36 semester hours (non-thesis) or 39-48 semester hours (thesis) including 24 hours in foreign language courses as listed below; no more than 30 percent of the total degree hours dual-listed as undergraduate/graduate hours can be counted toward the degree;
- complete a professional education component approved by the chair of the Educational Leadership Department;
- achieve an oral proficiency level in the target language (German) of at least "Advanced" and a written proficiency level of "Advanced High" on the ACTFL scale; students should consult the world languages graduate director for additional information on this requirement;
- demonstrate a basic reading knowledge in a language other than German; this requirement may be met by passing a world language reading examination or by earning a final grade of A or B (83%) in FREN 5990, GERM 5990, LATN 5990, or SPAN 5920;
- successfully complete a written comprehensive examination that covers language teaching methods and the language, literature, and culture of the German language (may be taken no more than twice).
Curriculum: Foreign Languages, German
The following illustrates the coursework requirements. In addition, a maximum of 12 hours of thesis research may be required to fulfill degree requirements.
Thesis Option (39-48 hours)
Required Courses (9 hours)
FL 5500 - Introduction to Teaching Foreign Language
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Introduces students to a variety of approaches and methods for foreign language instruction in elementary or secondary schools.
FL 6990 - Internship
3 to 6 credit hours
(3 credit hours)(3 credit hours required)
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title:(3 credit hours)
(3 credit hours required)
FL 6990 - Internship
3 to 6credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Three credits are given for a supervised teaching internship at MTSU; six credits are given for a teaching internship abroad. Under certain circumstances a self-designed, nonteaching internship may be undertaken locally or in a foreign country where the target language is spoken. Students should consult the graduate director for details.
GERM 6000 - Seminar in German Studies
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Comprehensive study of history and structure of German language; advanced stylistics leading to research project of cultural, literary, or linguistic topic.
Educational Leadership Courses (9 hours)
- To be selected in consultation with advisor.
Electives (9 hours)
Electives must be at 5000 or 6000 level in the concentration, or in consultation with the advisor.
Foreign Language Teaching (6 hours)
Choose 6 hours from the following:
FL 6010 - Foreign Language Acquisition: Theory and Practice
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Acquaints students with major theories of foreign language acquisition and various approaches to language learning.
FL 6300 - Teaching Foreign Languages for Proficiency
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Focuses on the study of foreign language methodology designed to develop proficiency in the target language.
FL 6700 - Introduction to Linguistics
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Basic concepts of linguistic analysis, which are applied to linguistic phenomena in French, German, Spanish, and English.
FL 6800 - Instructional Technology in Foreign Language Education
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. An introductory course with an emphasis on telecommunication and computer applications. Critical examination and evaluation of existing technologies and programs.
FL 6900 - Issues in Foreign Language Acquisition
1 to 3credit hours
Prerequisite: Approval of graduate coordinator. Independent study to address a problem or investigate an issue agreed upon by both student and instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 credits.
Third Language Proficiency or Elective (3 hours)
Thesis (3-12 hours)
FL 6640 - Thesis Research
1 to 6 credit hours
(3 credit hours required)(3 credit hours required)
dotslash:(3 credit hours required)
title:(3 credit hours required)
(3 credit hours required)
FL 6640 - Thesis Research
1 to 6credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Selection of a research problem, review of pertinent literature, collection and analysis of data, and composition of thesis. Once enrolled for thesis research, students should register for at least one credit hour of research each semester until the thesis is completed. S/U grading.
Non-thesis Option (36 hours)
Required Courses (9 hours)
FL 5500 - Introduction to Teaching Foreign Language
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Introduces students to a variety of approaches and methods for foreign language instruction in elementary or secondary schools.
FL 6990 - Internship
3 to 6 credit hours
(3 credit hours required)(3 credit hours required)
dotslash:(3 credit hours required)
title:(3 credit hours required)
(3 credit hours required)
FL 6990 - Internship
3 to 6credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Three credits are given for a supervised teaching internship at MTSU; six credits are given for a teaching internship abroad. Under certain circumstances a self-designed, nonteaching internship may be undertaken locally or in a foreign country where the target language is spoken. Students should consult the graduate director for details.
FREN 6000 - Seminar in French Studies
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Comprehensive study of history and structure of French language; advanced stylistics leading to research project of cultural, literary, or linguistic topic.
Educational Leadership Courses (9 hours)
- To be selected in consultation with advisor.
Electives (9 hours)
Foreign Language Teaching (6 hours)
Choose 6 hours from the following:
FL 6010 - Foreign Language Acquisition: Theory and Practice
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Acquaints students with major theories of foreign language acquisition and various approaches to language learning.
FL 6300 - Teaching Foreign Languages for Proficiency
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Focuses on the study of foreign language methodology designed to develop proficiency in the target language.
FL 6700 - Introduction to Linguistics
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Basic concepts of linguistic analysis, which are applied to linguistic phenomena in French, German, Spanish, and English.
FL 6800 - Instructional Technology in Foreign Language Education
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. An introductory course with an emphasis on telecommunication and computer applications. Critical examination and evaluation of existing technologies and programs.
FL 6900 - Issues in Foreign Language Acquisition
1 to 3credit hours
Prerequisite: Approval of graduate coordinator. Independent study to address a problem or investigate an issue agreed upon by both student and instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 credits.
Third Language Proficiency or Elective (3 hours)
Program Notes
Candidates for the M.A.T. with a major in Foreign Languages and a concentration in either French, German, or Spanish select curriculum that is based on the individual's preference and need:
- for those already licensed to teach in the state of Tennessee;
- for those who wish to pursue the degree without teacher licensure in Tennessee.
The foreign language requirement under each option is the same; candidates should consult an advisor in the Educational Leadership Department regarding the courses pertinent to their degree and career goals.
Spanish
Foreign Languages, Spanish Concentration, M.A.T.
Jun Da, Program Director
(615) 898-2279
Jun.Da@mtsu.edu
World Languages, Literatures, and Cultures offers the Master of Arts in Teaching with concentrations in French, German, or Spanish. Also offered is a minor at the graduate level. Students who would like to minor in world languages should determine the requirements based on their major curriculum in consultation with their advisors.
This degree is intended to prepare native and non-native speakers of the world language for a career in world language teaching at the elementary or secondary level. Students select a concentration from French, German, or Spanish.
Please see undergraduate catalog for information regarding undergraduate programs.
Admission Requirements
To be admitted to the Master of Arts in Teaching in Foreign Languages program with a Spanish concentration, applicant must have earned at least 24 semester hours of Spanish. Students may complete up to 6 hours of these as undergraduate hours while concurrently enrolled in the graduate program. Native speakers must consult with the graduate director regarding this requirement.
The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is required. A combined score of 291 on the verbal and quantitative portions of the Graduate Record Examination is considered indicative of potential for an acceptable level of academic performance.
Application Procedures
All application materials are to be submitted to the College of Graduate Studies.
Applicant must
- submit an application with the appropriate application fee (online at www.mtsu.edu/graduate/apply.php). Once this initial application has been accepted, the applicant will receive directions on how to enter the graduate portal to be able to submit other materials.
- submit official scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE);
- submit two letters of reference;
- submit official transcripts of all previous college work.
Degree Requirements
The Master of Arts in Teaching in Foreign Languages with a concentration in Spanish requires completion of 36 semester hours (non-thesis) or 39-48 (thesis) hours.
Candidate must
- complete 36 semester hours (non-thesis) or 39-48 semester hours (thesis) including 24 hours in world language courses as listed below; no more than 30 percent of the total degree hours dual-listed as undergraduate/graduate hours can be counted toward the degree;
- complete a professional education component approved by the chair of the Educational Leadership Department;
- achieve an oral proficiency level in the target language (Spanish) of at least "Advanced" and a written proficiency level of "Advanced High" on the ACTFL scale; students should consult the world languages graduate director for additional information on this requirement;
- demonstrate a basic reading knowledge in a language other than Spanish; this requirement may be met by passing a world language reading examination or by earning a final grade of A or B (83%) in FREN 5990, GERM 5990, LATN 5990, or SPAN 5920;
- successfully complete a written comprehensive examination that covers language teaching methods and the language, literature, and culture of the Spanish language (may be taken no more than twice).
Curriculum: Foreign Languages, Spanish
The following illustrates the coursework requirements. In addition, a maximum of 12 hours of thesis research may be required to fulfill degree requirements.
Thesis Option (39-48 hours)
Required Courses (9 hours)
FL 5500 - Introduction to Teaching Foreign Language
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Introduces students to a variety of approaches and methods for foreign language instruction in elementary or secondary schools.
FL 6990 - Internship
3 to 6 credit hours
(3 credit hours)(3 credit hours required)
dotslash:(3 credit hours required)
title:(3 credit hours)
(3 credit hours required)
FL 6990 - Internship
3 to 6credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Three credits are given for a supervised teaching internship at MTSU; six credits are given for a teaching internship abroad. Under certain circumstances a self-designed, nonteaching internship may be undertaken locally or in a foreign country where the target language is spoken. Students should consult the graduate director for details.
SPAN 6000 - Seminar in Spanish Studies
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Comprehensive study of history and structure of Spanish language; advanced stylistics leading to research project of cultural, literary, or linguistic topic.
Educational Leadership Courses (9 hours)
- To be selected in consultation with advisor.
Electives (9 hours)
- Electives must be at 5000 or 6000 level in the concentration, or in consultation with advisor.
Foreign Language Teaching (6 hours)
Choose 6 hours from the following:
FL 6010 - Foreign Language Acquisition: Theory and Practice
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Acquaints students with major theories of foreign language acquisition and various approaches to language learning.
FL 6300 - Teaching Foreign Languages for Proficiency
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Focuses on the study of foreign language methodology designed to develop proficiency in the target language.
FL 6700 - Introduction to Linguistics
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Basic concepts of linguistic analysis, which are applied to linguistic phenomena in French, German, Spanish, and English.
FL 6800 - Instructional Technology in Foreign Language Education
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. An introductory course with an emphasis on telecommunication and computer applications. Critical examination and evaluation of existing technologies and programs.
FL 6900 - Issues in Foreign Language Acquisition
1 to 3credit hours
Prerequisite: Approval of graduate coordinator. Independent study to address a problem or investigate an issue agreed upon by both student and instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 credits.
Third Language Proficiency or Elective (3 hours)
Thesis (3-12 hours)
FL 6640 - Thesis Research
1 to 6 credit hours
(3 credit hours required)(3 credit hours required)
dotslash:(3 credit hours required)
title:(3 credit hours required)
(3 credit hours required)
FL 6640 - Thesis Research
1 to 6credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Selection of a research problem, review of pertinent literature, collection and analysis of data, and composition of thesis. Once enrolled for thesis research, students should register for at least one credit hour of research each semester until the thesis is completed. S/U grading.
Non-thesis Option (36 hours)
Required Courses (9 hours)
FL 5500 - Introduction to Teaching Foreign Language
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Introduces students to a variety of approaches and methods for foreign language instruction in elementary or secondary schools.
FL 6990 - Internship
3 to 6credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Three credits are given for a supervised teaching internship at MTSU; six credits are given for a teaching internship abroad. Under certain circumstances a self-designed, nonteaching internship may be undertaken locally or in a foreign country where the target language is spoken. Students should consult the graduate director for details.
SPAN 6000 - Seminar in Spanish Studies
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Comprehensive study of history and structure of Spanish language; advanced stylistics leading to research project of cultural, literary, or linguistic topic.
Educational Leadership Courses (9 hours)
- To be selected in consultation with advisor
Electives (9 hours)
- Electives must be at 5000 or 6000 level in the concentration or in consultation with advisor.
Foreign Language Teaching (6 hours)
Choose 6 hours from the following:
FL 6010 - Foreign Language Acquisition: Theory and Practice
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Acquaints students with major theories of foreign language acquisition and various approaches to language learning.
FL 6300 - Teaching Foreign Languages for Proficiency
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Focuses on the study of foreign language methodology designed to develop proficiency in the target language.
FL 6700 - Introduction to Linguistics
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. Basic concepts of linguistic analysis, which are applied to linguistic phenomena in French, German, Spanish, and English.
FL 6800 - Instructional Technology in Foreign Language Education
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate coordinator. An introductory course with an emphasis on telecommunication and computer applications. Critical examination and evaluation of existing technologies and programs.
FL 6900 - Issues in Foreign Language Acquisition
1 to 3credit hours
Prerequisite: Approval of graduate coordinator. Independent study to address a problem or investigate an issue agreed upon by both student and instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 credits.
Third Language Proficiency or Elective (3 hours)
Program Notes
Candidates for the M.A.T. with a major in Foreign Languages and a concentration in either French, German, or Spanish select curriculum that is based on the individual's preference and need:
- for those already licensed to teach in the state of Tennessee;
- for those who wish to pursue the degree without teacher licensure in Tennessee.
The foreign language requirement under each option is the same; candidates should consult an advisor in the Educational Leadership Department regarding the courses pertinent to their degree and career goals.
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