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修士課程（MA TESOL Program）

  • 博士前期課程

MA TESOL Programは、主に現職英語教員を対象とし、外国語学習?教育の最新理論を理解した上で、教育学的知見に基づいた意思決定を行うことのできる教育者の育成を目指します。

The MA TESOL Program aims to cultivate educators who can make informed pedagogical decisions based on the latest theory and knowledge of foreign language learning and teaching.

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Cultivating professionals in English education

About MA TESOL Program

Mission

188bet体育_188bet体育在线@大学院言語科学研究科英語学専攻（修士課程）のTESOLプログラム は、主に現職教員を対象とし、外国語学習?教育の最新理論を明確に理解した上で、自らの教室実践に関して教育学的知見に基づいた意思決定を行うことのできる教育者の育成を目指します。教室現場の多様性と複雑性を認識し、教師が学習者のニーズに適切に対応するために必要な幅広い専門知識?指導法を習得するための支援を行います。さらに、自己観察と自己評価の習慣を育成することで、教師としての長期的な成長のための基盤を提供します。本課程修了者は、英語教育において先導的な役割をはたすことができる英語教育の専門家となることが期待されます。

The Master’s Program in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages（TESOL）has as its mission helping teachers, both in-service and pre-service, to become reflective practitioners who can make pedagogically sound decisions about their classroom practices based on a well-articulated understanding of current theories of language and second language learning and teaching. Recognizing the diversity and complexity of today's classrooms, this degree program aims to help teachers develop an extensive repertoire of instructional methods and strategies as well as the professional knowledge and skills to enable them to take appropriate action to address the learning needs of their students. Furthermore, the program aims to provide a solid foundation for long-term teacher development by helping cultivate the habit of self‐observation and self-evaluation. Graduates of this program will be self-directed language professionals well-prepared to take a leadership role in the community of TESOL teachers.

Features

  • All classes are held at the Tokyo Campus in Kanda.
    授業は通学に便利な神田にある東京キャンパスで行います。

  • The program is designed mainly for in-service teachers of English.
    現職教員の方や英語教員を目指す方のためにデザインされたプログラムです。

  • All classes are conducted in English.
    授業はすべて英語で行われます。

  • The program is designed for both native and non-native speakers of English.
    日本で英語教育に携わっている英語母語話者と非母語話者を対象とします。

  • Classes are held on weekends. (Required courses are scheduled only on Sundays.)
    在職のまま通学ができるように、週末に授業を行います。（必修科目は日曜日のみ）

  • Students are accepted twice a year (September & April).
    募集は年2回です。（9月入学、4月入学）

  • The program can be completed in a minimum of two years or a maximum of six years.(Students typically take two and a half to three years to complete it.)*
    最短2年で修士号を取得可能です。 また、修業年数は6年を最長とします。（平均2年半から3年で修了しています。）

  • A credit-based tuition system is used.
    授業料は履修単位数に応じて決まります。

  • Credit exemption based on teaching experience is offered (1~3 credits).
    英語教育経験年数に応じた単位免除制度があります。

  • Eligibility for specialized teaching license in English (senshu-menkyo : English).
    教諭一種免許状（英語）保有者は、本修士課程修了時に専修免許状の申請が可能です。

*2020年4月以降の入学者には、６年間の在籍制限が適用されます。
*A maximum six years enrollment in the MA TESOL Program is applied to those who enrolled in the program since April 2020.

MA TESOL Program Policies

  • Admission Policy
    Admission Policy

    The Master’s Program in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) seeks pre-service and in-service teachers of English who

    1. Possess sufficient academic abilities and a proactive mindset to participate actively at the graduate school level.
    2. Exhibit a keen interest in collaborating with others from diverse backgrounds in pursuit of common goals.
    3. Demonstrate an ability to apply TESOL principles to examine and inform classroom practice.
    4. Show a commitment to reflective practice, including examining and challenging their own beliefs and assumptions about teaching and learning.
    5. Demonstrate an interest in English education in Japan or a future aspiration to become an English teacher in Japan.
    6. Aspire to take up a leadership role to impact English language education in their teaching communities.

  • Curriculum Policy

    Curriculum Policy

    The Master’s Program has as its mission helping teachers–both in-service and pre-service–to become reflective practitioners who can make pedagogically sound decisions about their classroom practices based on a well-articulated understanding of current theories of language and second language learning and teaching. Recognizing the diversity and complexity of today’s classrooms, this degree program aims to help teachers develop an extensive repertoire of instructional methods and strategies as well as the professional knowledge and skills to enable them to take appropriate action to address the learning needs of their students. Furthermore, the program aims to provide a solid foundation for long-term teacher development by helping cultivate the habit of self-observation and self-evaluation. Graduates of this program will be self-directed language professionals well-prepared to take a leadership role in the community of TESOL teachers. In furtherance of this mission, the following curriculum specifications are provided:

    1. Curriculum Content
    ● The curriculum is divided into the following categories: TESOL Methodology; Practicum and Classroom Observation; Language Analysis, Acquisition and Assessment; Electives; and the MA Research Project.
    Together, these categories provide an exploratory space for student-teachers to not only learn about current principles, practices, topics, and issues in the field of TESOL but also to evaluate their relevance to particular educational settings and adapt them in response to the varied and evolving needs of learners and institutions.
    ● Reflective practice is a priority across the curriculum, providing an entry point for problem-solving, pedagogical innovation, and self-evaluation. Reflective techniques are modeled in the two compulsory practicum courses, where student-teachers have an opportunity to identify pedagogical issues, try out new techniques, observe other teachers, receive feedback, and assess their teaching.
    ● Emphasizing the intersection between principles and classroom practice, courses throughout the program include a focus on application and implications for the classroom. This includes linguistics-oriented courses on topics such as phonetics and phonology and second language acquisition.
    ● Acknowledging the value of both a broad and specialized understanding of TESOL principles and practices, the TESOL Methodology curriculum category offers a foundational course as well as various workshop-style courses on a diverse range of methods, topics, and issues in TESOL. These offerings and other elective courses allow students to delve into areas of specific interest, encouraging deeper exploration and specialization.
    ● To support teachers in developing the disciplinary skills and abilities needed for participation in an academic community of TESOL practitioners, guidance in these areas is embedded in milestone assignments in designated courses throughout the program. These assignments are coordinated at the program level and aligned with the capstone assignment (The MA Research Project) to ensure that skills and abilities are systematically and incrementally developed throughout the program.

    2. Curriculum Methodology
    ● To support student-teachers in their reflective journey and enable them to benefit from the diverse perspectives of others, the program emphasizes active learning approaches that prioritize dialogue, interaction, and collaborative problem-solving.
    ● In response to the diverse needs of teachers throughout Japan, a choice-based course delivery system is used. Teachers can choose to take all their courses online or a combination of in-person and online courses.

    3. Assessment Methods
    ● Student performance is assessed based on a priori criteria detailed in course syllabi. Key outcomes for required courses are referenced to program diploma policy statements.
    ● Individual student growth and performance are routinely monitored and results are used to inform program evaluation and development.

  • Diploma Policy
    Diploma Policy

    Upon completion of the MA TESOL Program graduation requirements and the designated curriculum, graduation will be recognized, and the degree will be conferred to students who demonstrate the following competencies:

    1. A comprehensive understanding of the nature of the English language system (phonology, morphology, syntax, discourse, and pragmatics).
    2. Critical analysis and evaluation of a broad range of language teaching methodologies, approaches, and techniques and the ability to implement and adapt them according to instructional needs.
    3. Awareness of the complex cultural, social, cognitive, and affective variables that shape students’ learning inside and outside the classroom.
    4. The ability to reflect on classroom practice and design pedagogical interventions that are well-articulated and well-reasoned with respect to TESOL principles.
    5. An understanding of the characteristics and strategies of effective language learners and ways to foster learner autonomy.
    6. Familiarity with appropriate techniques to assess students’ language proficiency for placement, evaluation, and instruction.
    7. The capacity for continued learning as language professionals and willingness to assist other teachers in furthering their professional development.
    8. The ability to conduct language classes in English and make well-reasoned decisions about language choice, including L1 use.
    9. An awareness of English as an international language and its implications for the classroom, including materials selection and language modeling.
    10. The English communication skills needed for participation in professional and academic communities for continued impact on English language education beyond the MA Program.

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Curriculum

The total number of credits required for completion of the Master’s is 31. A program capstone assignment (The MA Research Project) is undertaken in the final semester and requires approval by the MA TESOL Steering Committee. Credits for graduate coursework completed in a related field may be transferred to the Master’s in TESOL. Credit transfer decisions will be made on an individual basis with consideration of the courses offered in the MA TESOL program.

修士課程修了に必要な総単位数は31単位です。最終学期にはプログラム?キャップストーン課題(MAリサーチ?プロジェクト)が課され、MA TESOL運営委員会の承認が必要となります。TESOL修士課程では、関連分野で修了した大学院の授業の単位を移行することが可能です。単位の移行は、MA TESOLプログラムで提供されるコースを考慮し、個別に判断されます。

Course Schedule / Calendar

Recent Schedule

2025 Spring/Summer

2024 Fall / Winter

2024 Spring/Summer

2023 Spring / Summer

2022 Fall / Winter

2022 Spring / Summer

Scheduling Options for Different Course Types

Admission Information

New
Applications for the 2025 Spring entrance exam will be accepted June 2 (Mon.)~23 (Mon.), 2025.

Certificate Program in TESOL / 履修証明プログラム

定額制１年間の履修証明プログラム（専門実践教育訓練給付金指定講座）から開始いただき、その単位を大学院に持ち越すことも可能です。
It is possible to start your studies with the one-year fixed-rate Certificate Program (designated for Specialized Practical Education and Training Benefits) and transfer all credits to the MA TESOL Program.

Other Information

CONTACT

Kanda University of International Studies

MA TESOL Program, Graduate School of Language Sciences (Tokyo Campus),

4F, Building7 2-13-13 Uchikanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-8525, JAPAN
TEL：+81-3-3254-3586
FAX：+81-3-3254-3585
E-mail：tesol-kuis(@)ml.kandagaigo.ac.jp
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Office Hours：Mon., Thurs. and Fri. 10:00～18:00, Sat. 12:30～20:00, Sun. 9:30～17:00 (Closed on Tues., Wed. and National holidays)
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