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University of St Andrews: Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) with Assessment and Evaluation
| Institution | University of St Andrews View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | International Education Institute |
| Web | www.st-andrews.ac.uk |
| ie@st-andrews.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01334 46 2255 |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
The TESOL with a Specialism in Assessment and Evaluation course is aimed at teachers with a particular interest in assessment and evaluation.
Assessment is increasingly becoming part of English language teaching (ELT) pedagogy:
- mastery and active learning approaches use assessment tasks as learning tasks
- low-stakes testing is structuring engagement in online learning
- increasingly, credential-oriented societies require teachers to make creative use of testing to support learning.
A specialism in assessment and evaluation will support you to understand the development of the current testing culture in ELT, including reflecting on where teachers can work with or need to resist current developments.
There is also a highly practical value to the specialism: assessment is often done poorly, in a hurry, and with little awareness of consequences. Being able to develop tests, create supporting materials, and train examiners are therefore prized skills for ELT practitioners.
As part of this course, you will be able to experience and evaluate different types of assessment through the weekly coursework tasks.
**Careers**
A specialism in assessment and evaluation opens up possibilities to work in a wide variety of academic settings, either writing assessment material or training those who write and deliver assessment and evaluation.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Typically, you should have one of the following: - A 2.1 Honours degree or 3.3/4.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) is in any discipline. Applications are welcomed from all education systems. If you studied your first degree outside the UK, see the international entry requirements. If you require further information about our academic entrance requirements in relation to the education system you studied in, please contact ie@st-andrews.ac.uk. **Recognition of prior learning** |
| Location | University of St Andrews St Katharine's West The Scores St Andrews KY16 9AX |
Summary
The TESOL with a Specialism in Assessment and Evaluation course is aimed at teachers with a particular interest in assessment and evaluation.
Assessment is increasingly becoming part of English language teaching (ELT) pedagogy:
- mastery and active learning approaches use assessment tasks as learning tasks
- low-stakes testing is structuring engagement in online learning
- increasingly, credential-oriented societies require teachers to make creative use of testing to support learning.
A specialism in assessment and evaluation will support you to understand the development of the current testing culture in ELT, including reflecting on where teachers can work with or need to resist current developments.
There is also a highly practical value to the specialism: assessment is often done poorly, in a hurry, and with little awareness of consequences. Being able to develop tests, create supporting materials, and train examiners are therefore prized skills for ELT practitioners.
As part of this course, you will be able to experience and evaluate different types of assessment through the weekly coursework tasks.
**Careers**
A specialism in assessment and evaluation opens up possibilities to work in a wide variety of academic settings, either writing assessment material or training those who write and deliver assessment and evaluation.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Typically, you should have one of the following: - A 2.1 Honours degree or 3.3/4.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) is in any discipline. Applications are welcomed from all education systems. If you studied your first degree outside the UK, see the international entry requirements. If you require further information about our academic entrance requirements in relation to the education system you studied in, please contact ie@st-andrews.ac.uk. **Recognition of prior learning** |
| Location | University of St Andrews St Katharine's West The Scores St Andrews KY16 9AX |
Summary
The TESOL with a Specialism in Assessment and Evaluation course is aimed at teachers with a particular interest in assessment and evaluation.
Assessment is increasingly becoming part of English language teaching (ELT) pedagogy:
- mastery and active learning approaches use assessment tasks as learning tasks
- low-stakes testing is structuring engagement in online learning
- increasingly, credential-oriented societies require teachers to make creative use of testing to support learning.
A specialism in assessment and evaluation will support you to understand the development of the current testing culture in ELT, including reflecting on where teachers can work with or need to resist current developments.
There is also a highly practical value to the specialism: assessment is often done poorly, in a hurry, and with little awareness of consequences. Being able to develop tests, create supporting materials, and train examiners are therefore prized skills for ELT practitioners.
As part of this course, you will be able to experience and evaluate different types of assessment through the weekly coursework tasks.
**Careers**
A specialism in assessment and evaluation opens up possibilities to work in a wide variety of academic settings, either writing assessment material or training those who write and deliver assessment and evaluation.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Typically, you should have one of the following: - A 2.1 Honours degree or 3.3/4.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) is in any discipline. Applications are welcomed from all education systems. If you studied your first degree outside the UK, see the international entry requirements. If you require further information about our academic entrance requirements in relation to the education system you studied in, please contact ie@st-andrews.ac.uk. **Recognition of prior learning** |
| Location | University of St Andrews St Katharine's West The Scores St Andrews KY16 9AX |
Summary
The MSc in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) with a Specialism in Assessment and Evaluation is a one-year course run by the International Education Institute. It is designed to be useful to both experienced English language teachers as well as those considering a career in English language teaching. It is aimed at teachers with a particular interest in assessment and evaluation.
**Highlights**
- Focus your studies in your particular area of interest, and gain a better theoretical and practical understanding of the challenges and opportunities related to assessment and evaluation.
- Take a specific Assessment and Evaluation module, conduct research in this area as part of an Action Research module, and choose a dissertation topic to research further into the field of teaching young learners.
- Join experienced practitioners and scholars in the English language teaching community, with opportunities to be involved in ongoing professional development events and the annual English for Academic Purposes (EAP) conference.
- Integrate theory and practice – discuss theoretical concepts and frameworks in small groups and apply these through practical assessments and peer teaching sessions.
- Engage in and reflect on a new language learning experience as part of the programme to gain a 360 degree perspective on language teaching and learning.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A good 2.1 Honours degree in any discipline or significant professional or other relevant experience alongside evidence of prior alternative learning such as professional qualifications or certifications. |
| Location | University of St Andrews St Katharine's West The Scores St Andrews KY16 9AX |
Fees
| England | 9900 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 9900 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 9900 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 9900 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 20370 GBP for Whole course |
Summary
The MSc in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) with a Specialism in Assessment and Evaluation is a one-year course run by the International Education Institute. It is designed to be useful to both experienced English language teachers as well as those considering a career in English language teaching. It is aimed at teachers with a particular interest in assessment and evaluation.
**Highlights**
- Focus your studies in your particular area of interest, and gain a better theoretical and practical understanding of the challenges and opportunities related to assessment and evaluation.
- Take a specific Assessment and Evaluation module, conduct research in this area as part of an Action Research module, and choose a dissertation topic to research further into the field of teaching young learners.
- Join experienced practitioners and scholars in the English language teaching community, with opportunities to be involved in ongoing professional development events and the annual English for Academic Purposes (EAP) conference.
- Integrate theory and practice – discuss theoretical concepts and frameworks in small groups and apply these through practical assessments and peer teaching sessions.
- Engage in and reflect on a new language learning experience as part of the programme to gain a 360 degree perspective on language teaching and learning.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A good 2.1 Honours degree in any discipline or significant professional or other relevant experience alongside evidence of prior alternative learning such as professional qualifications or certifications. |
| Location | University of St Andrews St Katharine's West The Scores St Andrews KY16 9AX |
Fees
| England | 9900 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 9900 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 9900 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 9900 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 20370 GBP for Whole course |
Summary
The MSc in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) with a Specialism in Assessment and Evaluation is a one-year course run by the International Education Institute. It is designed to be useful to both experienced English language teachers as well as those considering a career in English language teaching. It is aimed at teachers with a particular interest in assessment and evaluation.
**Highlights**
- Focus your studies in your particular area of interest, and gain a better theoretical and practical understanding of the challenges and opportunities related to assessment and evaluation.
- Take a specific Assessment and Evaluation module, conduct research in this area as part of an Action Research module, and choose a dissertation topic to research further into the field of teaching young learners.
- Join experienced practitioners and scholars in the English language teaching community, with opportunities to be involved in ongoing professional development events and the annual English for Academic Purposes (EAP) conference.
- Integrate theory and practice – discuss theoretical concepts and frameworks in small groups and apply these through practical assessments and peer teaching sessions.
- Engage in and reflect on a new language learning experience as part of the programme to gain a 360 degree perspective on language teaching and learning.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A good 2.1 Honours degree in any discipline or significant professional or other relevant experience alongside evidence of prior alternative learning such as professional qualifications or certifications. |
| Location | University of St Andrews St Katharine's West The Scores St Andrews KY16 9AX |
Fees
| England | 9900 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 9900 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 9900 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 9900 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 20370 GBP for Whole course |
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- Top for Student Experience in the UK (NSS 2022).
- 92% of students in work or further study within 6 months of graduating (Graduate Outcomes Survey, 2018-19)
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