Bilingual Dual Language Endorsement Online
Bilingual Dual Language Endorsement Online
Dual language instruction, delivery of academic content in two languages at the PreK-12 settings, is a growing area for school districts in Washington State. A dual language social studies class might use English one day and Spanish the next while working on the same academic topic. This endorsement prepares teacher candidates to successfully instruct students in English and a partner language.
Bilingual Dual Language Endorsement Online
The Bilingual/Multilingual Education Program in the Department of Education, Development, Teaching and Learning offers two pathways in the Bilingual Education Dual Language program, one focused on educating Spanish/English speakers and another emphasizing English and another partner language, such as Cantonese, Russian, Ukrainian, Vietnamese, etc. In the Spanish/English pathway, select courses will be conducted bilingually.
Endorsement Highlights
- Washington State add-on license in Bilingual Education.
- 100% online, interactive instruction.
- Learn to develop curriculum, materials, and instruction for bilingual dual language learning settings in kindergarten-grade 12.
- Focus on highly effective bilingual and content-based curricular, instructional and assessment practices that are culturally congruent with diverse speakers of other languages.
- Knowledgeable and experienced faculty who focus on engagement, quality learning and positive learning environments.
- Integration of authentic materials and technology into every course.
- Practical knowledge and instruction development though interactive for experienced educators.
- Investigate second language acquisition theory and cultural patterns.
- Approved by the Washington State Professional Education Standards Board.
- Complete coursework at your pace (a WEST-E exam required for endorsement).
- Meet Washington State Bilingual Dual Language Endorsement requirements (WA House Bill 1541 (RCW 28A.180.040). The bilingual education endorsement coursework is required effective Sept 2019 for all educators teaching bilingually in Washington State to comply with (WA House Bill 1541 (RCW 28A.180.040).
Please click on the links below to enroll in the ELL Endorsement. Two of the links will have a $40.00 application fee for a total of $80.00.
Please complete the two steps in order, so that you apply first with the Admissions Office and obtain your username, student identification number, and email address. After you have completed the first step, then take the next step to apply with the Office of Teacher Certification. The Office of Teacher Certification will ensure you complete the coursework and WEST-E in English Language Learner and assist you in your application for your add-on license to the State of Washington.
Step 1: Office of Teacher Certification, Endorsement-Only Application
This form enrolls you in the teacher certification endorsement system. It is used to monitor your progress and to report your completion to the state certification office. There is a $40.00 application fee due with the application.
This link takes you to the application form:
https://secure.touchnet.net/C20530_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=83
If you have additional questions about the Teacher Certification application or process, please e-mail teachercertification@cwu.edu.
Step 2: CWU Office of Registrar, Non-matriculated application
This form is for admission to Central Washington University as a non-matriculated student. This implies that you are not seeking a degree from CWU at this time. If you are planning to use these courses for a graduate degree at CWU, please contact your graduate advisor and you will be directed in how to apply as a matriculated student. $40.00 Application fee payable with tuition.
Non-Matriculated Application https://www.cwu.edu/about/offices/registrar/academic-information/forms.php
Look under N for non-matriculated student application
For more information, please contact Prof. Dr. Kate Mastruserio Reynolds, Bilingual/ Multilingual Teacher Education Program Coordinator at kate.reynolds@cwu.edu or 509-963-2258.
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