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62 Global Graduate Programs The mission of The College of New Jersey Global Programs is to create exemplary professionals by providing focused professional graduate studies in education, grounded in current best practices, in preparation for our students to take instructional or leadership positions in international schools throughout the world. Our programs in professional education comprise an extensive, integrated, and focused collection of experiences that are recognized worldwide and serve to expand the influence of the College and its mission. Through its global graduate programs, TCNJ offers a number of professional development options to educators throughout the world at international sites. In addition, students enrolled in any of our on-campus (Ewing) graduate programs are welcome to participate in summer global graduate studies. General Site Information Students may enroll in courses during the summer months at a number of international sites and at selected sites during Winter/Spring/Fall. Egypt In Cairo, Egypt, students may enroll in courses leading to certification and master’s degrees in elementary and secondary education. Classes are held periodically throughout the academic year. Spain In Palma de Mallorca, Spain, more than 18 graduate courses are held during a five-week period from late June through July. Students can pursue course work leading to completion of one of three master’s degrees and/or certificate programs in elementary or secondary education (secondary subject area), teaching English as a second language, and educational leadership. Classes are held at Bellver International College, which is located in Cala Mayor, a popular tourist destination along the southern coast of the island. Housing is available within walking distance of the school or along the bus route. Thailand In Bangkok, Thailand, students can pursue certificate programs and master’s degrees in elementary or secondary education and in educational administration. Courses are offered in three sessions during the month of June into early July, and students can complete up to three graduate courses at that time. Classes are held at NIST International School in Bangkok, in an intensive 8:30am–3:30pm schedule. Accommodations can be arranged by the local site coordinator at Kanary House, a residential hotel. Vietnam At our site at the American International School, Vietnam, students can take courses leading to elementary and secondary certification and/or master’s degree during the academic year. Master of Education in Elementary (ELEC MED03) or Secondary (SECE MED01) Education Stuart Carroll, Academic Adviser, Graduate Global Programs in Elementary and Secondary Education The Master of Education in Elementary or Secondary Education is designed to increase the professional competence of fully certified elementary and secondary school teachers. Courses include current trends and practices in schools today. Admission Requirements: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited or approved institution Graduate Admission Test Requirements—please visit graduate.pages.tcnj.edu/apply. (Also see Graduate Opportunities section of Bulletin) Graduation Requirements: 30 credits Required Courses: Research: 3 cr. EDFN 508/ Introduction to Research and Data-Based Decision Making Foundations and Multicultural Education: EDFN 520/Social Problems and Education or EDFN 521/Cultural Foundations of Education Specialization: SPED 501/Students with Disabilities in Our Schools EPSY 523/Advanced Child and Adolescent Development ELEM 663/ SCED 663/Advanced Trends in Elementary/ Secondary Education ELEM 696/ SCED 696/General Seminar in Elementary/ Secondary Education ELEM/ SCED 694 Introduction to Teaching and Planning ELEM/ SCED 695 Clinical II VCPD 530 Foundations of Literacy Online VCPD 590 Secondary Content Methods Online or RDLG 579/Content Area Literacy CURR 514/Curriculum Theory and Practice Electives: Chosen with advisem*nt (Internship I can be used to satisfy 3 credit hours of elective requirements.) 3 cr. 18 cr. (3 cr.) (4 cr.) (3 cr.) (3 cr.) 6 cr. Comprehensive Examination: REGS 999 Portugal At our site at the St. Julian’s International School outside Lisbon students can take Counseling classes leading to SAC Certification, LAC Certification, or a Master’s degree in Counseling with a School Counseling Certification. Master of Education in Teaching English as a Second Language (ESLA MED01) Taiwan In Hsinchu, Taiwan, students may take courses toward certificate and/ or master’s degree programs in elementary and secondary education during the academic year. Courses are hosted at Pacific American School. The program consists of course work leading to the Master of Education in Teaching English as a Second Language. Careful advisem*nt and course selection are needed when concurrently seeking MEd and ESL and/or Bilingual Certification. Certifications are issued only after the master’s program is completed. 291713 001-103 r1.indd 62 Yiqiang Wu, Academic Adviser, Graduate Global Programs in Teaching English as a Second Language 03/06/21 1:34 PM
Global Graduate Programs 63 Admission Requirements: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited or approved institution Graduate Admission Test Requirements—please visit graduate.pages.tcnj.edu/apply. (Also see Graduate Opportunities section of Bulletin) Additional Requirements for those seeking certification through this program: Present an undergraduate major (or 30 semester hours) in a liberal arts and science major or 60 semester-hour credits in liberal arts/ sciences course work Undergraduate program must include: English—two college-level courses minimum Mathematics—two college-level courses minimum Science—two college-level courses minimum Social Studies— two college-level courses minimum (one of the courses must be U.S. History) An educational psychology course is required for individuals who do not already hold a teaching certificate. Proven both oral and written proficiency in the English language Teaching credential in another field (for endorsem*nt only) (Also see Graduate Opportunities section of Bulletin) Graduation Requirements: 30 credits Specialization: 21-22 cr. (I, E, B) ESLM 525/Second Language Acquisition (I, E, B) ESLM 577/Sociolinguistics/Cultural Foundations of ESL (I, E, B) ESLM 578/Theory and Practice of Teaching ESL (I, E, B) ESLM 587/ C urriculum, Methods, and Assessment for ESL/ Bilingual Education (I, E) ESLM 545/English Structure and Proficiency Assessment (I) ESLM 579/Language and Literacy for ESL (I) *ESLM 688/ Student Teaching (for initial certification candidates only and all other candidates take an elective approved by program coordinator.) Electives: Chosen with advisem*nt. 6 cr. (I) EPSY 523/Advanced Child and Adolescent Development Another elective approved by program coordinator. Note: (I) Required for ESL Initial Certification. (E) Required for ESL Endorsem*nt Certification. (B) Required for Bilingual Endorsem*nt. *ESLM 688/Student Teaching is arranged for a full-year or two consecutive semesters in a Pre-K-12 school. Student teachers must submit an edTPA portfolio towards the end of student teaching. In order to be eligible for student teaching, a student needs to meet the following criteria: Minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher and minimum grade of “B” required in ESLM 587 or ESLM 578. Electives: Chosen with advisem*nt. EPSY 523/Advanced Child and Adolescent Development Another elective approved by program coordinator. 6 cr. *Required for ESL Endorsem*nt Certification. (A) Required for ESL Initial Certification. (B) Required for Bilingual Endorsem*nt. Comprehensive Examination: ESLM 700 Teaching English as a Second Language Certification Program (ESLA SCT03) Yiqiang Wu, Academic Adviser, Graduate Global Programs in Teaching English as a Second Language The Teaching English as a Second Language Certification Program provides the necessary courses for provisional certification or endorsem*nt certification as a teacher of English as a second language in the state of New Jersey. Candidates are eligible for Bilingual Endorsem*nt by completing the courses marked (B) and ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview & Writing Proficiency in a target language. After completing the required courses, candidates need to prepare an application package in order to obtain their ESL certification. The package must include the following items: 1. A notarized certification application form 2. Passing scores (Advanced Low) on ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) & Writing Proficiency Test (WPT). (Candidates who passed Praxis Core Test, SAT, ACT, GRE will be exempt from taking the writing WPT.) 3. A photocopy of a teaching credential in another field (for endorsem*nt only) 4. A letter documenting teaching experience from the school principal (for endorsem*nt only) 5. A notarized non-citizen oath form (for non-U.S. citizens only) 6. An official copy of transcripts from other institutions (for course transfer only) 7. Proof of passing an examination in physiology, hygiene and substance abuse issues pursuant to NJAC 6A:9-5.9 8. An application fee of 170 ( 95 for endorsem*nt) payable to The College of New Jersey Note: For a New Jersey state-issued certificate, non-citizens must have a U.S. Social Security number and be eligible for employment in the U.S. Please contact your adviser for certification application forms and procedures. Required Courses: Research: 3 cr EDFN 508/ Introduction to Research and Data-Based Decision Making Specialization: 21 cr. *(A,B) ESLM 525/Second Language Acquisition *(A,B) ESLM 577/Sociolinguistics/Cultural Foundations of ESL *(A,B) ESLM 578/Theory and Practice of Teaching ESL *(A,B) ESLM 587/ Curriculum, Methods, and Assessment for ESL/ Bilingual Education *(A,B) ESLM 688/Practicum for Second Language Teachers *(A) ESLM 545/English Structure and Proficiency Assessment *(A)ESLM 579/Language and Literacy for ESL Admission Requirements: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited or approved institution Present an undergraduate major (or 30 semester hours) in a liberal arts and science major or 60 semester-hour credits in liberal arts/ sciences course work Undergraduate program must include: English—two college-level courses minimum Mathematics—two college-level courses minimum Science—two college-level courses minimum Social Studies— two college-level courses minimum (one of the courses must be U.S. History) An educational psychology course is required for individuals who do not already hold a teaching certificate. Proven both oral and written proficiency in the English language Teaching credential in another field (for endorsem*nt only) †These courses may be applied toward the Supervisor Certification, provided the candidate meets all requirements of the current New Jersey Administrative Code. *Students in the Educational Leadership Program (Principal) or taking courses for Supervision Certificate should be aware that the curriculum is designed to comply with the State of New Jersey’s Administrative Code. Consequently, the School of Education may have to alter graduation and/or certificate requirements to meet any and all changes mandated by the State of New Jersey Department of Education. 291713 001-103 r1.indd 63 03/06/21 1:34 PM
64 Global Graduate Programs Graduate Admission Test Requirements—please visit graduate.pages.tcnj.edu/apply. (Also see Graduate Opportunities section of Bulletin) Program Requirements: 15–24 credits (I, E, B) ESLM (I, E, B) ESLM (I, E, B) ESLM (I, E, B) ESLM (I, E) ESLM (I) ESLM (I) *ESLM (I) EPSY 525/Second Language Acquisition 577/Sociolinguistics/Cultural Foundations of ESL 578/Theory and Practice of Teaching ESL 587/ Curriculum, Methods, and Assessment for ESL/Bilingual Education 545/English Structure and Proficiency Assessment 579/Language and Literacy for ESL 688/ Student Teaching (for initial certification candidates only and all other candidates take an elective approved by program coordinator.) 523/ Advanced Child and Adolescent Development (on any undergraduate transcript) (I) Required for ESL Initial Certification. (E) Required for ESL Endorsem*nt Certification. (B) Required for Bilingual Endorsem*nt. *ESLM 688/Student Teaching is arranged for a full-year or two consecutive semesters (175 hours in the first semester and 650 hours in the second semester) in a Pre-K-12 school. Student teachers must submit an edTPA portfolio with a fee of 300 towards the end of student teaching. In order to be eligible for student teaching, a student needs to meet the following criteria: Minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher and minimum grade of “B” required in ESLM 587 or ESLM 578. Comprehensive Examination: ESLM 700 Bilingual Endorsem*nt (ESLA SCT02) Yiqiang Wu, Academic Adviser, Graduate Global Programs in Teaching English as a Second Language The Bilingual Endorsem*nt Program provides the necessary courses for certification as a bilingual teacher in the state of New Jersey. This certificate is only for certified teachers who hold a teaching credential in a subject area (general elementary or secondary math, science, social studies, etc.). After completing the required courses, candidates need to prepare an application package in order to obtain their Bilingual Endorsem*nt. The package must include the following items: 1. A notarized certification application form 2. Passing scores (advanced low or above)on ACTFL oral/written proficiency tests in both English and another instructional (www.ACTFL.org) 3. A photocopy of a teaching credential in another field 4. A letter documenting teaching experience from the school principal 5. A notarized non-citizen oath form (for non-U.S. citizens only) 6. An official copy of transcripts from other institutions (for course transfer only) 7. An application fee of 95 payable to The College of New Jersey Note: For a New Jersey state-issued certificate, non-citizens must have a U.S. Social Security number and be eligible for employment in the U.S. Please contact your adviser for certification application forms and procedures. Admission Requirements: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited or approved institution Teaching certificate or eligibility thereof in a subject area (general elementary or secondary math, science, or social studies) †These courses may be applied toward the Supervisor Certification, provided the candidate meets all requirements of the current New Jersey Administrative Code. 291713 001-103 r1.indd 64 Proven proficiency in English and another instructional language Graduate Admission Test Requirements—please visit graduate.pages.tcnj.edu/apply. (Also see Graduate Opportunities section of Bulletin) Program Requirements: 12–15 credits Required Courses: 12-15 cr. ESLM 525/Second Language Acquisition EDFN 577/Sociolinguistics and Cultural Foundations of ESL ESLM 578/Theory and Practice of Teaching ESL ESLM 587/ Curriculum, Methods, and Assessment for ESL/ Bilingual Education ESLM 688/ P racticum for Second Language Teachers (waived for certified teachers with one year teaching experience) Comprehensive Examination: ESLM 700 Master of Education in Educational Leadership (EDAD MED04)* Stuart Carroll, Academic Advisor, Graduate Global Programs in Educational Leadership The Master of Education in Educational Leadership is a program designed to provide educators with the knowledge and skills needed for a leadership position in a school setting. These courses include concepts of leadership administration, supervision, and curriculum development. The program consists of 36 semester hours of study and meets standards of ISLLC (Interstate School Leaders Licensure Consortium) and the New Jersey State Department of Education. Upon completion, U.S. citizens will be eligible to apply for the initial certification for a New Jersey School Principal License, as well as a Supervisor Certification, provided the candidate meets all requirements of the current New Jersey Adminis trative Code. Courses that lead to Supervisor Certification are noted with the following: Non-U.S. citizens will be granted a college certificate, which recognizes the completion of a state-approved program. Admission Requirements: Undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university Competitive GPA Competitive scores on the Graduate Record Examination— For test waiver information, please visit www.tcnj.edu/ graduate/application.html. Teaching certificate or evidence of successful educational experience under a valid provisional or standard New Jersey or equivalent certificate (NJAC 6A:9-12.5) At least three completed years of successful teaching or educational experience, as noted above, at time of application Eligibility Requirements for New Jersey Principal License (for U.S. Citizens): Successful completion of master’s or post-master’s program Documentation evidencing completion of five years of successful educational experience under a valid provisional or standard New Jersey or equivalent certificate (NJAC 6A:9-12.5) Pass a state-approved examination File application for certification with the TCNJ STEP office Program Requirements: 36 credits *Students in the Educational Leadership Program (Principal) or taking courses for Supervision Certificate should be aware that the curriculum is designed to comply with the State of New Jersey’s Administrative Code. Consequently, the School of Education may have to alter graduation and/or certificate requirements to meet any and all changes mandated by the State of New Jersey Department of Education. 03/06/21 1:34 PM
Global Graduate Programs 65 Required Courses: Research: 3 cr. EDFN 508/Introduction to Research Foundations and Multicultural Education: 3 cr. EDFN 521/Cultural Foundations of Education Specialization: 18 cr. EDAD 525/Introduction to Educational Administration EDAD 530/Group Dynamics for Educational Leaders EDAD 540/School Finance EDAD 572/School Law †EDAD 617/Advanced School Leadership: Supervision/Admin †SUPV 520/Staff Supervision Curriculum: 6 cr. †CURR 514/Curriculum Theory and Practice EDAD 660/Computer Applications in Educational Leadership Practicum: 6 cr. Students who were accepted into the program Before September 1, 2008 must complete EDAD 688/Practicum/Seminar in School Administration (a 3 credit, one semester course) and EDAD 660/Computer Applications in Educational Leadership as an independent study. Students who are accepted On or After September 1, 2008 must complete the following (taking one 2 credit course per semester): EDAD 691/Fall Internship in Educational Leadership I EDAD 692/Spring Internship in Educational Leadership II EDAD 693/Summer Internship in Educational Leadership III Culminating Experience Requirement: REGS 999/Comprehensive Examination Post-Master’s Certification Program in Educational Leadership (EDAD SCT03)* Stuart Carroll, Academic Advisor, Graduate Global Programs in Educational Leadership The Post-Master’s Certification Program in Educational Leadership is an intensive graduate program designed to provide educators with the knowledge and skills needed for a leadership position in a school setting. The program consists of 30 credit hours of study and meets standards o f ISLLC (Interstate School Leaders Licensure Consortium) and the New Jersey State Department of Education. Upon completion, U.S. citizens will be eligible to apply for the initial certification for a New Jersey School Principal License. They may also apply for Supervisor Certifica tion with the completion of additional curriculum coursework, provided the candidate meets all requirements of the current New Jersey Adminis tra tive Code. Courses that lead to Supervisor Certification are noted with the following: †. Non-U.S. citizens will be granted a college certificate, which recognizes the completion of a state-approved program. Admission Requirements: Undergraduate and graduate degree from an accredited college or university Competitive GPA Teaching certificate or evidence of successful educational experience under a valid provisional or standard New Jersey or equivalent certificate (N.J.A.C 6A:9-12.5) At least three completed years of successful teaching or educational experience, as noted above, at time of application Eligibility Requirements for New Jersey Principal License (for U.S. Citizens): Successful completion of master’s or post-master’s program Documentation evidencing completion of five years of successful educational experience under a valid provisional or standard New Jersey or equivalent certificate (N.J.A.C 6A:9-12.5) Pass a state-approved examination File application for certification with the TCNJ STEP office 291713 001-103 r1.indd 65 Program Requirements: 30 credits Required Courses: 30 cr. †CURR 514/Curriculum Theory and Practice EDAD 525/Introduction to Educational Administration EDFN 508/Introduction to Research †SUPV 520/Staff Supervision EDAD 540/School Finance EDAD 572/School Law †EDAD 617/Advanced School Leadership: Supervision/Admin EDAD 691/Fall Internship in Educational Leadership I EDAD 692/Spring Internship in Educational Leadership II EDAD 693/Summer Internship in Educational Leadership III Additional Program Options: Students must take the following course if they wish to obtain Supervisor Certification. †CURR 555 or †ELEM 555/ Advanced Study of Curriculum Development for Children and Adolescence EDAD 530/Group Dynamics for School Leaders EDAD 660/Computer Applications (Global Students only) EDFN 520/Social Problems in Education EDFN 521/Cultural Foundations of Education Principals’ Training Center The College of New Jersey works cooperatively with The Principals’ Training Center to allow students to earn graduate credit for the completion of specified PTC workshops. Students may combine graduate credit from PTC courses with The College of New Jersey’s Educational Leadership courses taken in Mallorca, Spain. The College of New Jersey will accept a maximum of 12 credits (four courses) from specified PTC course work, or a combination of PTC courses and up to six credits (if approved by the program advisor) from other institutions (totaling 12 credits), which may be applied towards the Master of Education Degree in Educational Leadership. A maximum of 6 credits (2 courses) from specified PTC course work may be applied towards the Post-Master’s Certificate in Educational Leadership. Students who have not previously completed a course in curriculum may transfer an additional three credits (totaling nine credits) into the Post-Master’s Certificate through the transfer of the Curriculum and Resource Development Course offered by PTC. In order to earn TCNJ graduate credit for PTC courses, students must pay PTC an additional fee and complete an additional assignment to be graded by their PTC instructor in order to meet TCNJ graduate course equivalency requirements. Students do not need to apply to TCNJ or pay a TCNJ graduate school application fee to obtain credit. To learn more about content and schedules, go to the PTC Web site at www.theptc.org. Teacher Certification for International Schools: (ELEC SCT01—Elementary) and (SECE SCT01— Social Studies; SECE SCT02—Math; SECE SCT03— Science; SECE SCT04—English) Stuart Carroll, Academic Adviser, Graduate Global Programs in Elementary and Secondary Education The program includes courses designed for the overseas professional seeking elementary and/or secondary certification through the state of New Jersey. Equivalent certification is available for non-U.S. citizens. Secondary (IOTS) certification is available in mathematics, English, social studies, biology, physical science (chemistry and physics). Upon completion of this program, students may transfer into the MEd program (elementary or secondary). 03/06/21 1:34 PM
66 Global Graduate Programs Admission Requirements: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited or approved institution ELEC SCT01— 60 undergraduate credits in liberal studies, including two college-level courses in each of the following subjects: English, mathematics, science, social studies (including at least one course in U.S. history) SECE SCT01 through SCT04—30 undergraduate credits in core content Graduate Admission Test Requirements—please visit graduate.pages.tcnj.edu/apply (Also see Graduate Opportunities section of Bulletin) ELEC SCT01—Elementary: Program Requirements: 25 credits Grade of B– or better in Internship II Required Courses: Foundations and Multicultural Education: EDFN 520/Social Problems and Education or EDFN 521/Cultural Foundations of Education 3 cr. New Jersey Certification Examination: Praxis II-Elementary School: Content Knowledge Note: Students applying for elementary certification must have 60 undergraduate credits in liberal studies. SECE SCT01 through SCT04—Secondary: Program Requirements: 25 credits Grade of B– or better in Internship II Required Courses: 3 cr. Specialization: 22 cr. SPED 501/Students with Disabilities in Our Schools RDLG 579/Content Area Literacy EPSY 523/Advanced Child and Adolescent Development VCPD 590/Content Area Methods SCED 663/Advanced Trends SCED 694/Internship I (3 cr.) or EDFN 508/ Introduction to Research and Data-Based Decision Making (Johannesburg only) SCED 695/Internship II (4 cr.) with earned grade of B– or better New Jersey Certification Examination: Appropriate Praxis II Test Note: Students applying for secondary certification must have an undergraduate major in one of the following areas approved for certification: mathematics, English, biology, chemistry, physics, or social studies. 291713 001-103 r1.indd 66 The Office of Global Programs and Performance Learning Systems (PLS) work together to offer innovative, online graduate courses to meet the academic and professional needs of those who wish to take advantage of the benefits of a distance learning experience. At present, students may enroll in the following graduate courses: Effective Classroom Management (VCPD 520), Learning to Read (VCPD 530), Reading to Learn (VCPD 540), Teaching Through Learning Channels (VCPD 550), and Secondary Content Methods (VCPD 590), which are offered in the fall, spring, and summer terms. To learn more about content and schedules for the courses, go to the PLS Web site at www.plsweb.com. Courses Available through PLS Specialization: 22 cr. SPED 501/Students with Disabilities in Our Schools RDLG 579/Content Area Literacy EPSY 523/Advanced Child and Adolescent Development VCPD 530/Learning to Read ELEM 663/Advanced Trends ELEM 694/Internship I (3 cr.) or EDFN 508/ Introduction to Research and Data-Based Decision Making (Johannesburg only) ELEM 695/Internship II (4 cr.) Foundations and Multicultural Education: EDFN 520/Social Problems and Education or EDFN 521/Cultural Foundations of Education Performance Learning Systems (PLS) VCPD 520/Effective Classroom Management (Online) 3 cr. Evaluate expectations for student behavior and learn practical strategies to increase student responsibility, self-control, and self-management. Learn how to create a proactive classroom environment that will allow you to spend the major part of your contact time in instructional activities, thus resulting in increased student learning. Create a positive classroom climate: Design the physical classroom environment. Establish teaching rules and routines. Appreciate the importance of the first days of school. Minimize misbehavior. Administer discipline with the brain in mind. Deal with misbehavior and consequences. Develop effective strategies: Utilize reflective practices to adjust classroom management strategies. Identify teacher and parent roles in promoting responsibility and learning. Recognize ways in which diverse populations affect classroom management. Understand learning styles and their application to classroom management. VCPD 530/ Learning to Read: Beginning Reading Instruction (Online) 3 cr. Learn to implement a balanced, integrated approach to teaching, beginning with reading centered on scientific strategies aligned with state and national reading research initiatives. These specially designed curriculum resources and teaching strategies will enhance the reading and learning processes across all areas of the curriculum. Teachers will have access to an interactive CD-ROM and other resources designed to offer every student the opportunity to succeed in learning to read. Apply a balanced and integrated approach: Teach phonemic decoding, comprehension strategies, and literature appreciation. Encourage independent reading, using a variety of types of texts. Explore relationships among words to teach vocabulary. Use writing to foster greater understanding of text. Develop effective practices for teaching reading proficiency skills: Phonemic awareness Phonological awareness Decoding Fluency Comprehension Prevent reading failure through intervention and assessment: Screen students using informal assessments. Monitor students’ progress. Establish an effective intervention system. 03/06/21 1:34 PM
Global Graduate Programs 67 VCPD 540/ Reading to Learn: Comprehension Instruction (Online) 3 cr. Discover the best ways to help your students construct meaning from what they read. Examine scientifically based comprehension strategies and learn how to adapt them to your classroom and/or content area. Assess student progress and adjust your teaching to become more effective. Understand how to teach reading comprehension: Analyze the latest reading comprehension research. Examine the importance of effective reading-comprehension instruction across the curriculum. Determine the variables related to successful reading comprehension, including learner characteristics, aspects of text, the reading task, motivation and engagement, and students’ use and transfer of strategies. Implement effective reading comprehension practices: Provide appropriate reading comprehension strategies for diverse learners. Deve
Global Graduate Programs. The mission of The College of New Jersey Global Programs is to create exemplary professionals by providing focused professional graduate studies in education, grounded in current best practices, in prepara - tion for our students to take instructional or leadership positions in international schools throughout the world.
