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56 Global Graduate Programs A course in psychology, human development, or learning (on any col- lege transcript). Required Courses: 15 cr. ESLM 525/Second Language Acquisition ESLM 545/English Structure and Proficiency Assessment ESLM 577/Sociolinguistics/Cultural Foundations of ESL ESLM 578/Theory and Practice of Teaching ESL ESLM 587/ Curriculum, Methods, and Assessment for ESL/ Bilingual Education Comprehensive Examination: ESLM 700 Bilingual Endorsement (ESLA_SCT02) Yiqiang Wu, Academic Adviser, Graduate Global Programs in Teaching English as a Second Language The Bilingual Endorsement Program provides the necessary courses for certification as a bilingual teacher in the state of New Jersey. This certifi- cate is only for certified teachers who hold a teaching credential in a subject area (general elementary or secondary math, science, social studies, etc.). After completing the required courses, candidates need to prepare an application package in order to obtain their Bilingual Endorsement. The package must include the following items: 1. A notarized certification application form 2. Passing scores (advanced low or above)on ACTFL oral/written proficiency tests in both English and another instructional (www.ACTFL.org) 3. A photocopy of a teaching credential in another field 4. A letter documenting teaching experience from the school prin- cipal 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. An application fee of $95 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 Teaching certificate or eligibility thereof in a subject area (general elementary or secondary math, science, or social studies) Proven proficiency in English and another instructional language Graduate Admission Test Requirements—please visit graduate.pages.tcnj.edu/apply. (Also see Graduate Opportunities section of Bulletin) Program Requirements: 12–15 credits Required Courses: 12-15 cr. ESLM 525/Second Language Acquisition EDFN 577/Sociolinguistics and Cultural Foundations of ESL ESLM 578/Theory and Practice of Teaching ESL ESLM 587/ Curriculum, Methods, and Assessment for ESL/ Bilingual Education ESLM 688/ Practicum for Second Language Teachers (waived for certified teachers with one year teaching experience) Comprehensive Examination: ESLM 700 Master of Education in Educational Leadership (EDAD_MED04)* Stuart Carroll, Academic Advisor, Graduate Global Programs in Educational Leadership The Master of Education in Educational Leadership is a program designed to provide educators with the knowledge and skills needed for a leader- ship position in a school setting. These courses include concepts of lead- ership administration, supervision, and curriculum development. The program consists of 36 semester hours of study and meets standards of ISLLC (Interstate School Leaders Licensure Consortium) and the New Jersey State Department of Education. Upon completion, U.S. citizens will be eligible to apply for the initial certification for a New Jersey School Principal License, as well as a Supervisor Certification, provided the candidate meets all requirements of the current New Jersey Adminis - trative Code. Courses that lead to Supervisor Certification are noted with the following: Non-U.S. citizens will be granted a college certificate, which recognizes the completion of a state-approved program. Admission Requirements: Undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university Competitive GPA Competitive scores on the Graduate Record Examination— For test waiver information, please visit www.tcnj.edu/~graduate/application.html. Teaching certificate or evidence of successful educational experience under a valid provisional or standard New Jersey or equivalent certificate (NJAC 6A:9-12.5) At least three completed years of successful teaching or educational experience, as noted above, at time of application Eligibility Requirements for New Jersey Principal License (for U.S. Citizens): Successful completion of master's or post-master's program Documentation evidencing completion of five years of successful educational experience under a valid provisional or standard New Jersey or equivalent certificate (NJAC 6A:9-12.5) Pass a state-approved examination File application for certification with the TCNJ STEP office Program Requirements: 36 credits Required Courses: Research: 3 cr. EDFN 508/Introduction to Research Foundations and Multicultural Education: 3 cr. EDFN 520/Social Problems and Education OR EDFN 521/Cultural Foundations of Education Specialization: 18 cr. EDAD 525/Introduction to Educational Administration EDAD 530/Group Dynamics for Educational Leaders EDAD 540/School Finance EDAD 572/School Law †EDAD 617/Advanced School Leadership: Supervision/Admin †SUPV 520/Staff Supervision Curriculum: 6 cr. †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 56 9/1/17 1:40 PM

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