Bilingual Education, Adv Cert (E604)
15 credits
Leads to Bilingual Extension Annotation in any language recognized by NYSED for individuals certified at any level in any teaching title eligible for teaching in a bilingual program
Program Overview:
This program is designed for candidates who have a valid NYS teaching certificate, are fluent in a Language Other Than English, and hold a Masters degree, who want to become eligible to teach in bilingual classrooms.
Program-Specific Admissions Requirements:
- Proof of NY State certification
- Score of Advanced-Low or above on ACTFL O.P.I.
Program and Certification Requirements:
Program Coursework
| EDU.5016 | Foundations of Bilingual/Bicultural Education | 3 |
| EDU.5216 | Cultural Perspectives for Educators | 3 |
| EDU.5365 | Teaching Reading in ESL: Math, Science, and Technology | 3 |
| EDU.5554 | Teaching in a Bilingual Context | 3 |
| EDU.5555 | Teaching Content in a Bilingual Context | 3 |
Certification Requirements
Certification Exam
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| NYS Bilingual Education Assessment | |
To be completed by the end of student teaching semester:
4 workshops as follows:
EDU.5260
| Child Abuse Identification Workshop | |
EDU.5598
| Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) Workshop | |
EDU.5373
| School Violence Prevention Workshop | |
Student Learning Outcomes
Teacher Candidates will be able to:
1. Plan, design, and deliver standards-based instruction and learning experiences that support the academic, social, and emotional growth of all learners.
2. Assess student learning using multiple forms of assessment and apply evidence-based instructional strategies to meet diverse learner needs.
3. Create safe, inclusive, culturally responsive, and equitable learning environments that promote engagement and positive behavior.
4. Collaborate effectively with families, colleagues, related service providers, and community stakeholders to support student success.
5. Demonstrate professional dispositions, ethical practices, and reflective decision-making consistent with the expectations of the teaching profession.
6. Use educational technologies and data-informed practices to enhance instruction, monitor progress, and improve student outcomes.