This program prepares educators to be effective in promoting student learning and development in the acquisition of English as a new language. It is designed to help candidates:

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• Promote the success of all students through developing and implementing a shared vision of learning and the programs that support this learning.

• Develop basic skills in management of the classroom, operations and resources for a safe, efficient and effective learning environment.

• Collaborate with staff, boards, students, families and community members in response to diverse educational and community interests and needs, and mobilize community resources.

• Demonstrate integrity, fairness and ethical behavior to help in the development of a caring and moral school community.

• Analyze and respond to the larger political, social, economic, legal and cultural contexts.

• Provide research-based instruction that includes the effective use of technology, attention to special needs populations, ESL literacy and language development.