To earn the RCNJ Middle School Certificate, students are required to take:<\/p>\n
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- Four content area-specific courses (16 credits)<\/li>\n
- PSYC 347 Adolescent Psychology<\/li>\n
- Select seminars focused on issues critical to middle school teaching<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
The final year of the student’s academic program is a modified cohort model which requires:<\/p>\n
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- Fall Semester<\/strong> – completion of the part-time Clinical Practice I internship (180 hours) and co-requisite methods courses<\/li>\n
- Spring Semester<\/strong> – completion of the full-time Clinical Practice II internship (525 hours) and co-requisite Capstone Seminar<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Completion of the above requirements is noted on the student\u2019s official 69色情视频 of NJ transcripts. Guidance is provided for students to successfully apply to the state of New Jersey for the Middle School endorsement once their coursework is complete.<\/em><\/p>\n
<\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span>English\/Literary Studies Minor for BSEE Students<\/div>\nEnglish\/Literary Studies Minor for BSEE Students<\/h3>\n
Interested BSEE students may pursue the English\/Literary Studies Minor. Students who complete the minor will also be eligible for the Middle School ELA Specialization by completing the PSYC 347 (Adolescent Psychology).<\/p>\n
The minor in English\/Literary Studies program consists of five (5) courses:<\/p>\n
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- LITR 203 Methods of Literary Study and<\/li>\n
- Any four additional LITR courses (one at the 300 level)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
BSEE major are required to take two (2)\u00a0 LITR courses (the recommended LITR 302 Grammar: Theory And Pedagogy and LITR 308 Children’s And Young Adult Literature). Additionally, the required EDUC 346 Literacy Theory and Practice is accepted as an LITR course. Therefore, every BSEE major takes three of the five required courses for the LITR minor. The remaining two (LITR 203 and any other course) are offered every semester. Most\u00a0 majors can complete the minor within a single summer semester. A\u00a0sample English\/Literary Studies minor design is provided below:<\/p>\n
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- LITR 203 Methods of Literary Study (4 credits)<\/li>\n
- LITR 302 Grammar: Theory And Pedagogy (4 credits)<\/li>\n
- LITR 308 Children\u2019s And Young Adult Literature (4 credits)<\/li>\n
- LITR 235 African American Literature (4 credits)<\/li>\n
- EDUC 346 Literacy Theory & Practice (4 credits)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Benefits of the Elementary\/Literary Studies Minor:<\/strong><\/p>\n
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- With only two additional courses, BSEE majors earn an additional credential
\nvalued by schools and potentially enhancing career prospects<\/li>\n - The English\/Literary Studies minor offers valuable content area knowledge central
\nto English language arts, an essential field for elementary- and middle-level teachers.<\/li>\n - English\/Literary Studies courses offer not just additional writing instruction
\nfor teachers in training, but increased opportunity to learn writing pedagogy.<\/li>\n - LITR courses like LITR 235 African American Literature, LITR 279 The Graphic Novel, LITR 304 History of The English Language, and LITR 306 Literary Theory are already recognized by faculty in English\/Literary Studies Studies and Elementary Education as offering particular value.<\/li>\n
- BSEE students who earn the LITR minor also satisfy the content area coursework requirements for the NJ Middle School ELA Certification Specialization certification.<\/li>\n
- BSEE students who earn the LITR minor may choose to expand their credentials to earn the additional NJ K-12 ELA Teacher certification. This minor places that goal within their grasp with careful advising.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Edward Shannon<\/strong>
English\/Literary Studies Convener
E-mail: eshannon@ramapo.edu<\/a>
Phone: (201) 684-7425
Office: B-207<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\nProgram Enrollment\/Application<\/h3>\n
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- Prospective students are strongly encouraged to consult with\u00a0Joanne Caselli <\/a>(201-684-7626) prior to enrollment in or application to this program.<\/li>\n
- Current Ramapo education students in Good Academic Standing should use the\u00a0Major\/Minor Declaration Form <\/a>available through the\u00a0Registrar\u2019s Office\u00a0<\/a>to enroll in this program.\u00a0 Click on \u201cChange of Major\/Minor\u201d to access the form.<\/li>\n
- Non-Ramapo students are welcome to apply to this program as a\u00a0Non-Degree Seeking Student<\/a> through Ramapo\u2019s\u00a0Office of Admissions<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Program Accreditation<\/h3>\n
The Teacher Education Program at 69色情视频 of New Jersey is offered through the School of Social Science and Human Services which is fully certified by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. The Ramapo program is approved by the New Jersey State Department of Education under the standards established by the National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education and Certification. Teacher preparation candidates are prepared to become student-oriented teachers who design high quality learning activities to meet a broad spectrum of learning styles and learning needs.<\/p>\n
The Teacher Education Program at 69色情视频 is CAEP accredited through May 2027. 69色情视频 is located ideally for access to field experience opportunities. Many outstanding urban, suburban, and rural school districts are within a reasonable distance from the college and are most generous in their efforts to support high standards in teacher preparation.<\/p>\n
- Current Ramapo education students in Good Academic Standing should use the\u00a0Major\/Minor Declaration Form <\/a>available through the\u00a0Registrar\u2019s Office\u00a0<\/a>to enroll in this program.\u00a0 Click on \u201cChange of Major\/Minor\u201d to access the form.<\/li>\n
- Prospective students are strongly encouraged to consult with\u00a0Joanne Caselli <\/a>(201-684-7626) prior to enrollment in or application to this program.<\/li>\n
- With only two additional courses, BSEE majors earn an additional credential
- Spring Semester<\/strong> – completion of the full-time Clinical Practice II internship (525 hours) and co-requisite Capstone Seminar<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Fall Semester<\/strong> – completion of the part-time Clinical Practice I internship (180 hours) and co-requisite methods courses<\/li>\n
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