What does it cost?
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How long will it take?
Minimum of 120 semester hours
Where will I take classes?
Atlanta Campus, Online
All required classes to earn a degree can be completed online.
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The Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies (B.I.S.) concentration in World Languages Teacher Education provides students an opportunity to further develop their skills and knowledge in French or Spanish language, culture and literary skills while completing requirements recommended for kindergarten through 12th-grade teaching certification to the Georgia Professional Standards Commission. World language educators completing the program will be prepared to support multilingual speakers in urban environments to value diverse perspectives and language varieties and to act as responsible global citizens.
This program is grounded in educational theory, research and best teaching practices, integrating principles of social justice and equity. Throughout the program, students take specialized education and content courses and gain practical experience in kindergarten through 12th-grade. Faculty support teacher candidates in planning, instruction, assessment and reflection with colleagues, faculty and partner schools who are committed to excellence in education.
To be accepted into teacher education, students:
Please see the Undergraduate Catalog for a detailed schedule of required courses for the major.
Coursework includes field experience in teaching diverse world language learners, second language acquisition familiarity and approaches to language teaching, among others.
Total program: Minimum of 120 semester hours.
The B.I.S. concentration in World Languages Teacher provides initial teacher preparation in foreign language education for individuals who have an interest in teaching Spanish or French in pre-kindergarten through 12th-grade settings. The course of study meets the requirements for professional certification at the initial level.
Successful program graduates will be well prepared to work in public, charter and private schools and school systems in the metro Atlanta area and beyond.
Graduate placements include:
Program Coordinator
Paula Garrett-Rucks, Ph.D.
[email protected]
404-413-5991
Middle and Secondary Education
[email protected]
404-413-8060
30 Pryor Street SW
Atlanta, GA 30303
The information shared provides an overview of Georgia State’s offerings. For details on admissions requirements, tuition, courses and more, refer to the university catalogs.
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