2014-15 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Mar 29, 2024  
2014-15 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Adolescence Education: French and Spanish (7-12) [AFS]


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Students develop language skills and cultural awareness and acquire the pedagogical background necessary to teach both French and Spanish in grades 7-12 in New York state. There is an admission to the program prerequisite of an overall grade point average of 2.5.

For additional information, visit the Modern Languages Department .

Career Potential

  • French and Spanish in the elementary school
    Note: French and Spanish adolescence education majors are eligible for French and Spanish K-6 extension by taking ICC 324 Foreign Language for the Elementary School
  • Middle school teacher
  • High school teacher

Spanish: 30 credit hours


French: 30 credit hours


Thirty credit hours of FRE courses at the 300 level or above. At least 15 credit hours must be from the following group of FRE courses, focusing on literature and culture:
Note: At least six credit hours must be at the 400 level or above.

Required Linguistics Course: 3 credit hours


Required for both French and Spanish majors; taken only once for dual certification.

Professional Education Courses: 41-42 credit hours


Eligibility for Student Teaching


  • A 2.5 grade point average overall
  • A 2.5 grade point average in required professional education course work
  • A 2.7 grade point average in course work in both majors, French and Spanish
  • 24 credit hours in the majors
  • A score of Intermediate High or better on the Oral Proficiency Interview
  • A grade of B or better in AED 437 and 438 Methods block

Grade point averages are figured with all major and/or professional courses taken to date, even if not required prior to student teaching.

Required Workshops


Complete the following workshops prior to student teaching:

  • Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting (CARR)
  • Dignity for All Students Act (DASA)
  • Safe Schools Against Violence in Education (SAVE)

Additional Certification in TESOL Option


For students who wish to independently pursue additional certification in TESOL, the following substitutions may be allowed.

Students should consult New York state certification requirements and with their program coordinator for more information.

Total Credit Hours Required for Graduation: 137-141


Example of the B.A. in Adolescence Education: French and Spanish over four years


The following sample course of study includes two study abroad components, one in each major. While not mandatory, these experiences are strongly recommended in order for preservice teacher candidates to be able to meet the NCATE/ACTFL Advanced Low level for language proficiency.

First Year


Second Year


Third Year


Fall Total credit hours: 12-18


Summer Total credit hours: 6-12


French study abroad

Fourth Year


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