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The field of teaching English to speakers of other languages requires highly specialized training. A teacher needs a background in first- and second-language acquisition theory, language-teaching methodology and linguistic and anthropological analysis in order to be effective in a diverse ESL classroom. The primary focus of Fairleigh Dickinson University’s English as a Second Language Specialist Certification Program is on the language and culture of the United States and effective second language methodology.

Fairleigh Dickinson University’s English as a Second Language Certificate Program consists of the 18-credits required for a second New Jersey certification as Teacher of English as a Second Language. These 18 credits may be applied toward a 36- credit M.A. in Education for Certified Teachers degree.

English as a Second Language Certificate Required Courses (18 Credits)

Fairleigh Dickinson University’s English as a Second Language Certification Program was developed as an 18-credit concentration that may be applied toward the 36-credit M.A. in Education for certified teachers and includes the 15 credits required for New Jersey certificate as a Teacher of English as a second language.
EDUC6565
Second Language Acquisition: Methodology and Curriculum 3
EDUC6650
Behavioral Science for Teachers: Language & Culture 3
EDUC6574
Applied Linguistics for Language Teachers 3
EDUC6573
Comparative Phonology for Language Teachers 3
EDUC6661
Behavioral Science for Teachers: The Multicultural Classroom 3
EDUC6654
Literacy Development for Second Language Learners 3

Approved study abroad may be substituted for course work at the University Students concentrating in Spanish must also complete the general education requirements of the College. It is recommended that students become proficient in a second foreign language.

Spanish Literature and Language BA –required courses:

SPAN 2003 Spanish Conversation I
SPAN 2004 Spanish Conversation II
SPAN 3551 Topics in Spanish Literature I
SPAN 3552 Topics in Spanish Literature II
SPAN 3561 Topics in Latin American Literature I
SPAN 3562 Topics in Latin American Literature II

Courses Offered Spring 2008:
SPAN 1001 Beginning Spanish I
SPAN 1002 Beginning Spanish II
SPAN 1013 Beginning Spanish III
SPAN 2004 Spanish Conversation II
SPAN 2506 Spanish Culture and Civilization
SPAN 2507 Latin American Culture and Civilization
SPAN 3510 Introduction to Spanish Linguistics
SPAN 3562 Topics in Latin American Literature II

The French minor is not for students majoring in French.

Required Courses (6 credits)
FREN1001 Beginning French I
FREN1002 Beginning French II

Elective Courses (12 credits)

Any four (4) courses in French (FREN):

Students beginning beyond FREN 1002 may take any additional elective in French (FREN)

Students concentrating in French must complete 30 credits of course work above the beginning level. The following courses must be included in the program:
FREN3501 French for Business
FREN3502 French Translation
FREN3551 Topics in French Literature I
FREN3552 Topics of French Literature II

Approved study abroad may be substituted for course work at the University up to a maximum of 15 credits.

Students concentrating in French must complete the requirements of the general education requirements of the College. It is recommended that students become proficient in a second foreign language.

Literature illuminates the human condition and addresses human concerns. Fiction, poetry, drama, creative nonfiction and film express experiences and passions to reveal a truth beyond fact. Through an exposure to a wide range of works from past and present and from throughout the world, literature majors in Becton College will develop the insights needed to synthesize many cultural perspectives while enhancing their ability to read with critical understanding and write clearly and analytically.

The major places great British and American works in the context of world literature and recognizes that in the 21st century writing is a global art that transcends borders, with English as an international language for expressions of diverse artists from many cultures. More than ever before, literature puts us in touch with our world.

The choice of courses within the major program is wide, but distribution requirements in genres and periods assure that students gain knowledge of the essential literary forms and that they understand literature in its historical context. Additional genre courses are available from the Department of Visual and Performing Arts. The program culminates in a senior seminar.

The department’s literature faculty has published many books and articles, as well as making frequent presentations at professional conferences. The subjects of their studies include authors from Anglo-Saxon writers and Shakespeare to contemporary writers throughout the world.