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Master of Arts Degree in Literacy, Language and Culture (MALLC)

The purpose of this program is to prepare current teachers who are working with linguistically and culturally diverse learners in multiple educational contexts. Students will have an opportunity to obtain the E.S.L. and bilingual endorsement (if fluent in a language recognized by the ISBE).

Admission Requirements

In addition to the admission requirements listed earlier in the Graduate Catalog, MALLC candidates must fulfill the following requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited, state-recognized institution
  • Completed application
  • Official transcripts from all colleges and universities previously attended, with a cumulative GPA of above 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
  • Two professional letters of recommendation
  • Personal interview (if requested)
  • Proof of valid teaching license

Program requirements

The MALLC program consists of eleven core courses and a capstone course for a total 34 semester hours. Ten graduate credit hours may be transferred into the program from another accredited college or university.

Core Coursework

EDUC 5120Multicultural Education

2
EDUC 5140Comparative International Education

2
EDUC 5540ESL Practicum

1
EDUC 5601Introduction to Linguistics

3
EDUC 5602Sociolinguistics and Cross-Cultural Differences

4
EDUC 5603Theoretical Foundations of Teaching ESL and Foreign Languages

3
EDUC 5604Assessment of ESL and Foreign Language Students

4
EDUC 5605Methods and Materials for Teaching ESL and Foreign Languages

4
EDUC 5606Foundations of Bilingual Education

3
EDUC 5607Methods and Materials for Teachiing Bilingual Students

3
EDUC 5610Culture and Literacy for ELL and Bilingual Students

3
EDUC 5615Literacy Methods for ELL and Bilingual Students

3