Second Language Teaching MA
Program Purpose
The M.A. in Second Language Teaching (SLaT) at Brigham Young University prepares students to become theoretically informed, pedagogically skilled, and ethically grounded professionals in the field of language teaching. The program integrates rigorous academic study with practical teaching experience to develop graduates who can effectively teach languages, conduct research, and contribute to multilingual and multicultural communities in a global context.
Grounded in current theory and empirical research in second language acquisition and language pedagogy, the program equips students to analyze language learning processes, design effective instructional practices, and assess learner outcomes using evidence-based approaches. Through coursework, supervised teaching, and research engagement, students develop advanced competencies in language pedagogy, curriculum design, and assessment literacy.
The SLaT MA program also promotes intellectually rigorous inquiry, ethical and reflective teaching, respect for linguistic and cultural diversity, and a commitment to lifelong learning and service.
Learning Outcomes
Pedagogical Expertise
Our graduates teach their second languages with integrity and compassion, using sound pedagogy, effective assessment, appropriate technology, and current language-teaching practices to inspire learning and strengthen faith.
Our graduates lead with integrity, empathy, and professionalism in educational, community, and academic settings, using their expertise to serve others and promote lifelong learning.
Our graduates pursue truth through original research and pedagogical scholarship, contributing to language education with critical thinking, creativity, and ethical engagement.
Our graduates communicate in their second languages with advanced linguistic, cultural, and intercultural proficiency, fostering appreciation for diverse peoples, perspectives, and traditions.