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Global Graduate Programs 55 Master of Education in Teaching English as a Second Language (ESLA_MED01) Yiqiang Wu, Academic Adviser, Graduate Global Programs in Teaching English as a Second Language The program consists of course work leading to the Master of Education in Teaching English as a Second Language. Careful advisement and course selection are needed when concurrently seeking MEd and ESL and/or Bilingual Certification. Certifications are issued only after the master's program is completed. Admission Requirements: Bachelor's degree from an accredited or approved institution Graduate Admission Test Requirements—please visit graduate.pages.tcnj.edu/apply. (Also see Graduate Opportunities section of Bulletin) Additional Requirements for those seeking certification through this program: Present an undergraduate major (or 30 semester hours) in a liberal arts and science major or 60 semester-hour credits in liberal arts/ sciences course work Undergraduate program must include: English—two college-level courses minimum Mathematics—two college-level courses minimum Science—two college-level courses minimum Social Studies— two college-level courses minimum (one of the courses must be U.S. History) An educational psychology course is required for individuals who do not already hold a teaching certificate. Proven both oral and written proficiency in the English language Teaching credential in another field (for endorsement only) (Also see Graduate Opportunities section of Bulletin) Graduation Requirements: 30 credits Required Courses: Research: 3 cr EDFN 508/ Introduction to Research and Data-Based Decision Making Specialization: 21 cr. *(A,B) ESLM 525/Second Language Acquisition *(A,B) ESLM 577/Sociolinguistics/Cultural Foundations of ESL *(A,B) ESLM 578/Theory and Practice of Teaching ESL *(A,B) ESLM 587/ Curriculum, Methods, and Assessment for ESL/ Bilingual Education *(A,B) ESLM 688/Practicum for Second Language Teachers *(A) ESLM 545/English Structure and Proficiency Assessment *(A)ESLM 579/Language and Literacy for ESL Electives: Chosen with advisement. 6 cr. EPSY 523/Advanced Child and Adolescent Development Another elective approved by program coordinator. *Required for ESL Endorsement Certification. (A) Required for ESL Initial Certification. (B) Required for Bilingual Endorsement. Comprehensive Examination: ESLM 700 Teaching English as a Second Language Certification Program (ESLA_SCT03) Yiqiang Wu, Academic Adviser, Graduate Global Programs in Teaching English as a Second Language The Teaching English as a Second Language Certification Program pro- vides the necessary courses for provisional certification or endorsement certification as a teacher of English as a second language in the state of New Jersey. After completing the required courses, candidates need to prepare an application package in order to obtain their ESL certification. The package must include the following items: 1. A notarized certification application form 2. Passing scores (Advanced Low or above ) on ACTFL oral/written English proficiency test (www.ACTFL.org) 3. A photocopy of a teaching credential in another field (for endorsement only) 4. A letter documenting teaching experience from the school prin- cipal (for endorsement only) 5. A notarized non-citizen oath form (for non-U.S. citizens only) 6. An official copy of transcripts from other institutions (for course transfer only) 7. Proof of passing an examination in physiology, hygiene and sub- stance abuse issues pursuant to NJAC 6A:9-5.9 8. An application fee of $170 ($95 for endorsement) payable to The College of New Jersey Note: For a New Jersey state-issued certificate, non-citizens must have a U.S. Social Security number and be eligible for employment in the U.S. Please contact your adviser for certification application forms and proce- dures. Admission Requirements: Bachelor's degree from an accredited or approved institution Present an undergraduate major (or 30 semester hours) in a liberal arts and science major or 60 semester-hour credits in liberal arts/ sciences course work Undergraduate program must include: English—two college-level courses minimum Mathematics—two college-level courses minimum Science—two college-level courses minimum Social Studies— two college-level courses minimum (one of the courses must be U.S. History) An educational psychology course is required for individuals who do not already hold a teaching certificate. Proven both oral and written proficiency in the English language Teaching credential in another field (for endorsement only) Graduate Admission Test Requirements—please visit graduate.pages.tcnj.edu/apply. (Also see Graduate Opportunities section of Bulletin) Program Requirements: 15–24 credits Prerequisites for State Endorsement: 6–9 cr. Students applying for State Endorsement in Teaching English as a Second Language must have an approved teacher certification and one (1) year teaching experience, or successfully complete the following nine (9) credit hours of course work (or their equivalence) as a part of this program. ESLM 688/ Practicum for Second Language Teachers (require- ment waived for certified teachers with at least one year teaching experience in a multilingual setting) ESLM 579/Language and Literacy for ESL †These courses may be applied toward the Supervisor Certification, provided the candidate meets all requirements of the current New Jersey Administrative Code. *Students in the Educational Leadership Program (Principal) or taking courses for Supervision Certificate should be aware that the curriculum is designed to comply with the State of New Jersey's Administrative Code. Consequently, the School of Education may have to alter graduation and/or certificate require- ments to meet any and all changes mandated by the State of New Jersey Department of Education. 244328_001-091_r1.indd 55 9/1/17 1:40 PM

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