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2018-2019 Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Dual Language/Bilingual Education Certificate


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Mission

Prepares teachers and other education professionals to develop students’ competencies in bilingualism, biliteracy and multiculturalism. Builds expertise for effective instruction, leadership and advocacy in dual language and bilingual settings.

Learning Outcomes

  1. Prepare teachers and other education professionals to apply theories of first and second language acquisition to their practice and to use theoretical principles related to the role of culture and identity to foster an inclusive learning environment in dual language and bilingual settings.
  2. Prepare teachers and other education professionals to use evidence based practices and strategies related to planning/developing/designing, implementing and managing/ assessing instruction in dual language and bilingual settings.
  3. Prepare teachers and other education professionals to act as a resource and advocate for multilingualism and to collaborate with students, their families and the community in order to meet the needs of multilingual students.

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