Snuffleupagus
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On 10/14/2016 at 5:56 AM, marature said:
Hey everyone, for those who are interested in International Education Policy/Development type programs, like those offered by Penn IEDP, HGSE IEP, TC IED, AU ITEP, Vanderbilt IEPM, NYU IE etc... just wanted to put in a plug for the place I ended up in, which was UMass Amherst. I got into other places as well, but UMass, although not so prestigious, is very practitioner-focused and offers the possibility of a great funding package (if you get an assistantship, it covers tuition, and includes a stipend as well as health coverage and benefits), so if you're a mid-career professional and you'd like a program where the faculty are actively involved in development projects, do check it out!
I actually stumbled across the program through one of these forums, so just giving back
Info about the Master's degree here: https://www.umass.edu/education/departments/epra/intl-education
The Center for International Education Web site here (for info about classes, faculty, projects, etc): http://www.umass.edu/cie/ - it's a very small program but a lot of experience both among the faculty and the students.
Specifically to Snuffleupagus (I love the original Mr Snuffleupagus, btw!), your interests sound really fascinating. I would point out that UMass Amherst seems to have strong Higher Ed and Educational Assessment programs as well as Intl Ed, so do take a look (you can cross-take classes obviously), though it's probably not as strong in multilingual ed and language policy specifically as somewhere like Penn with Nancy Hornberger or other more cosmopolitan settings. If you happen to be considering UK programs as well, the University of Sussex has a really interesting international education and development program with some big names in the field. Also, are you really not looking at HGSE? Their International Ed Policy (IEP) program seems really awesome (except it's very short), and you would have access to all the great resources of Harvard. Also American University has an International Ed program which is not so policy-focused, but it's Washington DC and you could probably take classes at their School of International Service, which is international development and policy-focused (tho' not specifically education), as well. I don't know who are the relevant experts for North Africa specifically, but these larger universities (HGSE, AU) probably have some... Also you could look for faculty who study sociolinguistics in north africa - another field which investigates things like language policy and multilingualism
Thanks for your advice! I actually just decided to apply to Upenn for this year and will look into UMass for next year if other things don't quite pan out. I decided against UMass this year because of the funding issues - from what I had read it was iffy and I am paying off my loans so not having more is very much a top priority. UPenn (Hornberger) is indeed my top choice in terms of research fit.
The IEP prgram is at the MA level. I have 2 MAs and am only looking at straight PhD programs (3-4 years) because I am an old
Thanks for the advice, friend!
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Hi Everyone,
I am a frequent lurker and old user of the boards. After doing a Fulbright, I declined my offer to do my PhD at UMD in SLA (2014) because I realized I wasn't really thrilled about the program, etc. I've spent the last two years doing Education Management in Morocco and am currently on an English Language Fellows grant here.
My research interests are focused on North Africa (Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia) and how language policy here affects education and literacy in a multilingual/multicultural society. In particular, I am interested in higher education policy/university reforms and how this has produced a class of English speakers in a French environment. I am also interested in teacher training and evulation practices in the region.
I am planning on applying to: UPenn (2 programs: Educational Linguistics & Ed Policy), University of Minnesota, NYU, Teacher's College, Stanford, UCLA, Indiana & University of Wisconsin, Madison. If any of you have other programs I should look at, or think any of these programs isn't a good fit, let me know
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Just curious, do people generally graduate from a PhD program faster if they come in with a MA/MS as opposed to a BA/BS? It's my understand that it takes about 5-6 years to complete a PhD if you come straight from undergrad. So, since a MA/MS takes roughly 2 years, I would think it would take 3-4 years to complete if you come directly from your MA/MS.
It depends on the school. I have guaranteed funding for 3 years with an extra year of funding because of my Fulbright. So, the school ultimately wants me out in 3/4 years.
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Hi! I am going to try to answer your questions
1) Does it hurt or not affect me to get a MA in Hispanic Linguistics, instead of a MA in SLA, then a PhD in SLA?
I did my MA in Applied Ling and it was during that time that I got really interested in SLA. So, I got a really high GPA from my MA program, research experience, and a more focused idea of what I want to study during my PhD before applying to SLA programs. So, to answer your question, I do not think it would hurt you at all. If you did well, you could use your higher GPA to become more competitive, especially if you also do some research work with professors. In addition, you could also use Spanish and Portuguese in some form during your dissertation work, thereby incorporating your MA.
2) What schools focus on researching methods to teach languages?
I would say that University of Arizona, University of Maryland, and University of Hawaii would be primary choices off of the top of my head. Within SLA there are normally 4 tracks, and depending on the program, you can either mix and match these four tracks or focus on one during your PhD. UMD (my school) wants us to mix all the tracks before selecting one to focus on.
3) Is it possible to get my MA at an easier reach school, then my PhD at a high reach school?
I think I already answered this in number 1. Short answer: Yes.
If you have any other questions please message me
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I just wanted to say GOOD LUCK!! to all of you. Taking the Fulbright was the best decision I have made in my career so far. If any of you are applying to Morocco or are applying to be an ETA please do not hesitate to message me, I would be happy to help out!
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hey everyone. I'm so glad that I saw this before I applied. I also have a long list of schools. I am an undergraduate major in English in China. I have done some research work with my teachers in second language acquisition and metacognition. My writing sample is about synatic metacognitive knowledge and monitoring. My major interest is in language acquisition, and I'm also interested in computational modeling and morphology.
I've searched schools and I found that metacognition or language acquisition belongs to different department in different schools, sometimes in linguistics, sometimes in education and sometimes in psychology. One of my most fit SOP is in Columbia Psychology Department. I'm hesitating applying it because I'm afraid the competition would be fierce and I will fail.
My TOEFL is 103 and GRE V 159, Q 163. My GPA is 85/100.
John Hopkins
Northwestern
U of Massachusetts
U of Maryland
U of Pennsylvania (Education)
Purdue
Carnage Mellon (they have an independent SLA program! but master degree is encouraged to application. I think I will be considered as master application if I apply.)
Columbia
USC
Cornell
U of Chicago
I plan to email POI of each school to shorten my list. Any good advice?? Thanks so much!
I think if you are really interested in SLA you should try to find schools that have a department independent of Linguistics or Education. Yes, I know that also severely limits your options. UMD is one example, but I am not certain or how many others on your list would fit the criteria. Good Luck!
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Hey current & future Fulbrighters, just wanted to share my blog with you all in case you are wondering about applying and wanted to read about my experiences:
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How was orientation in D.C.? Any stories or news? Living vicariously here.
Ours was pretty awesome, too. Definitely ready for it to start.
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Hi, I would go for paper B, but I would also take it to your adviser and have them read through it and edit it. Be sure that the paper can be edited and include more nods to topics you may be interested in. For comparison, my writing sample was about 30 pages. Good Luck
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Hey guys... would you believe it... I'M IN!!!!! Wow, what a journey!!! I am so thankful to each of you on this board to share frustrations, anxieties, and successes with. You have all been so sweet and supportive and I'm so glad I joined this community. So happy for everyone abt their upcoming adventures!!! and to you Brazil ETAers I can't wait to meet all of you!!!!
congrats!!!
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Hey has anyone received hotel reservation confirmation for the orientations this week?
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Thanks rtlc06, it really is. I am thoroughly disappointed and the alternate status is tough because there is no definitive answer. The email basically says they may contact you if a spot opens up, or not, in which case you just won't hear from them again, I guess the best course of action is to proceed as though I am NOT getting it, and then if the heavens open up and something crazy happens be pleasantly surprised and very happy. I have seen the other ETA alternates on here who were promoted so it does give me a glimmer of hope. I emailed the program advisor to ask if she could tell me how many alternates there are to get a better sense of the odds but haven't heard back. I don't know if they can release that kind of info...
Snuffleupagus (LOVE your screen name btw!) I am a huge fan
, as a matter of fact I AM looking into and interviewing for adjunct jobs at community colleges and elsewhere in the SD area right now. I have an interview lined up for a semester-long teaching gig next week. If you know of anything that would be great since I am still definitely in the market. Thanks!PM sent!
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Are there are any other Brazil ETA alternates out there, prowling the boards for months like I did anonymously before showing myself? Come forth & let us commiserate together!! I feel like because Brazil ALREADY opened up all these new spots that it's unlikely they will open up even more because of more funding. So, the only chance I probably have is if someone selected decides not to go or can't end up going for some reason. And given the fact that so many people were so excited about their "second chance" I feel like very few who signed up to try for this go-round are going to forgo their spots. Looks like it's probably not in the cards for me this time
I wonder if it's become I am a bit older (30). I also have a Master's degree and a couple years experience teaching undergrad classes while I was a grad student. And I had a 3.9 GPA! Sigh. Who knows with Fulbright. Their entire process is totally befuddling.To all who did make the cut, boa sorte!!!
I'd love to keep in touch on twitter: @EricaNJohnsonSorry about the alternate status. Let me know if you are looking for teaching gigs in San Diego
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American Educational Services is a lender that does private educational loans, which is what I used when I went overseas. However, I recommend getting loans through financial aid if you can.
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Hi! Thinking about SLA vs. Applied Ling is a tough choice, especially if your only knowledge of Applied Ling is from your TEFL diploma. Have you thought about doing like an Advanced TEFL program at a university? This normally requires taking 3-4 Applied Linguistics courses and might give you more insight into your true interests. My alma mater has one: http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/linguist/tesl_tefl_certificates/advanced.htm This would be my first suggestion.
Now, let's say that you really do want to do SLA/SLS. Let me give you a bit of a background. I am going to be doing my PhD in SLA at the University of Maryland (UMD). I only applied to UC Davis, UMD, and UA. I have 8 years' ESL experience, 2 years' of qualitative research experience and 2 years' of quantitative research experience, plus they REALLY wanted you to have experience with stats. I am also working on Here are some suggestions:
1. UC Davis only has an area of focus in SLA, it is not a program in SLA. There is a huge distinction there.
2. I would also add University of Hawaii, Manoa - SLS to the list of programs.
3. Research experience is paramount.
You can always PM me if you have more questions
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Upgraded from Alternate to Accepted for a Full Research Grant to Italy!!!!
Beyond excited right now!!!
YAY THEO!!! Congrats!! <3
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Because I am going into SLA, ESL and language teaching was a big part of my candidature, so I included my CV. I tried to bring in the major points of my research and teaching experience into my SOP and used my CV to highlight other aspects. I know that some people also looked me up on Academia.edu
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Just FYI - I made a Morocco ETA facebook group : https://www.facebook.com/groups/169106029933284/
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I have some info on SDSU, PM me if you have questions
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Hi guys, I've been lurking on this board since October but hadn't bothered joining. Anyways, just wanted to say that yesterday I was promoted from alternate to accepted for Fulbright ETA in South Korea! Keep your spirits up, it can still happen!
Congrats!!
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Snuffleupagus, I would email James Miller, the head of MACECE (j.miller@macece.ma). He's always the one I contact and he usually gets back to me. Alternately, try Jermaine Jones (jjones@iie.org) at IIE. Hope you hear something!
Thanks so much, I've tried Jermaine but will try James Miller
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Thanks goldenheartmountaintop and fuzzylogician!
As I compile and refine my list, I'm curious how many schools anyone is planning to apply to, or, if you were successful in a previous year, how many schools you did apply to? My perspective is definitely being skewed by studying in the UK where 4-5 applications is considered a lot.
I applied to 3, which I now realize is probably not enough. I was lucky to have one rejection, one acceptance and one WL. I'd say 4-5 is a good amount.
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Yes I'm on a fellowship here for a year.