The best English teachers strengthen the connections among their students, and between their students and the world at large. They support students’ imagination and critical thinking through the study of literature and media, and they support the development of students’ voices through speaking, listening, and writing. The gifts of an outstanding English teacher are a lifelong love of reading and writing along with the skills to make a difference in the world.
The Undergraduate Adolescence Education Competency-Based Teacher Education Program Outline of Education Course Requirements for Adolescence Education (Grades 7-12) Initial Certification.
Admission Requirements to the Program
- 3.0 overall GPA in College course work
- >Grade of B or better in Basic Communication course(s).
- Complete the undergraduate program application
Requirements for Student Teaching*
- Grade of B or better in Methods Course
- Approval of Coordinator and Chair
Student Teaching is a capstone experience for all undergraduate teacher candidates seeking a bachelor's degree. It is a full-time commitment extending for an entire semester with placements in two different settings. The School of Education requires that all required coursework is completed BEFORE the capstone experience begins, and it restricts candidates from taking any other course(s) while registered for Student Teaching except the co-requisite fieldwork 3 and the Student Teaching Seminar.
Adolescence Education students must have a 3.0 GPA to register for the Methods course in their academic discipline. Students unable to meet this GPA prerequisite will be advised to change their major so they can graduate in a timely manner.
*These requirements are baseline only. Education program enrollments can be more competitive, depending on the number of applicants.
Pedagogical and Disciplinary Expertise
The curriculum focuses on core pedagogical concepts and methods, complemented by upper-division electives taught by Department of English faculty. The program offers small classes led by highly respected and widely published scholars who are passionate about preparing new teachers to work with talented and diverse populations of children.
Join a National Network of Writing Teachers
One thing that sets SUNY New Paltz apart; we are home to the award-winning, Hudson Valley Writing Project, a local site of the National Writing Project (nwp.org). MAT students get the opportunities to join, participate, and contribute to cutting edge teaching workshops as well as youth and community writing programs. There are many fieldwork and internship opportunities.
Develop your Teaching in the Real-World
This program includes a full-semester student teaching capstone experience, giving teacher candidates a valuable opportunity to hone their craft with one of our many partner districts, including partners in New York City and Long Island. Student teachers are supported by faculty advisors on campus and professional mentors in the field, who strive to ensure that all graduates are ready to lead a classroom on day one.
Required Couplings:
- Intro Curriculum & Assessment and Field Work #1
- Methods, Field Work #2 and Digital Environment
- Student Teaching, Student Teaching Seminar and Field Work #3
Recommended Couplings:
- Sociological & Philosophical Foundations of Education and Developing Adolescent
- Intro to Literacy for Diverse Learners and Differentiating Instruction in the Secondary School
Admission to the Undergraduate Adolescence English Program requires a 3.0 GPA in college
course work, and a B or better in Composition I & II. The Adolescence English Education program
includes the following Education courses (41 credits):
Educational Foundations Courses (13 credits)
- EDS340 Sociological & Philosophical Foundations
- EDS372 Developing Adolescent
- SED354 Foundations Seminar
- EDS383 Literacy for Diverse Learners
- SPE385 Differentiating Instruction
English Education Pedagogy & Practice (12 credits)
- SED453 Intro to Curriculum & Instruction
- SED356 Teaching & Learning in the Digital Environment
- SED370 Teaching English in the Secondary School
To prepare future English teachers, our candidates get real-world, hands-on experiences through
the following clinical experiences:
Clinically Rich Experience Courses (16 credits)
- SED353 Fieldwork I
- SED350 Fieldwork II
- SED407 Fieldwork III
- SED404 Student Teaching in the Middle School
- SED405 Student Teaching in the High School
- SED406 Student Teaching Seminar
In addition to these educational foundations, pedagogy, and clinical practice courses, the program requires the completion of the following English cognate courses (37-38 credits):
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PROGRAM INFORMATION
Mary Sawyer, Program Coordinator
sawyerm@newpaltz.edu or 845-257-2856
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Required Courses
English Foundational Courses (16 credits)
- ENG300 Seminar in Critical Practices
- ENG303 Introduction to British Literature
- ENG 333 Introduction to American Literature
Plus, one of the following:
- ENG343 Transnational Literature
- ENG353 Multiethnic & Diasporic Literature
English Language and Linguistic Courses (3 credits)
Choose one of the following:
- ENG327 Development of Modern English
- LIN201 Introduction to Linguistics
- LIN413 Sociolinguistics
Shakespeare (4 credits)
Choose one of the following:
- ENG406 Shakespeare I: Selected Works
- ENG407 Shakespeare II: Selected Works
Theory and Practice of Reading and Writing (3 credits)
Choose one of the following:
- ENG224 Expository Writing
- ENG345 Creative Writing Workshop I
- ENG385 Theories of Writing
Literary Criticism (4 credits)
Choose one of the following:
- ENG420 Literary Criticism
- ENG423 Contemporary Literary Theory
Literature for Young Adults (4 credits)
Choose one of the following:
- ENG460 Classic Juvenile Fantasy Literature
- ENG465 Young Adult Literature
Upper-Division English Electives (3-4 Credits)
- One 300-400 level English course
Transportation
Students are responsible for their own transportation to field and student teaching placements and must be prepared to commute up to 45 miles, one way, to these placements.
Additional Requirements:
Additional requirements for New York State Teaching and Leadership Certification can be found at the SUNY New Paltz Certification Advising web site. This site includes information on mandatory workshops, fingerprinting, certification exams, and more.
Moral Character
Students must have good moral character. Applicants for admission are asked to provide information about past convictions, misconduct, etc. on the application for a certificate, and the New York State Education Department is authorized to investigate complaints regarding an applicant's past convictions which raise a reasonable question as to the individual's moral character.
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A day in a math classroom brings problem-solving, exploration, and discovery for teacher and students alike. As our society grows ever more reliant on technology, strong mathematics education makes a world of difference for developing minds. The undergraduate degree in Adolescence Math Education is the ideal career pathway for aspiring Math educators.
The Undergraduate Adolescence Education Competency-Based Teacher Education ProgramOutline of Education Course Requirements for Adolescence Education (Grades 7-12) Initial Certification.
Admission Requirements to the Program
- 3.0 overall GPA in College course work
- >Grade of B or better in Basic Communication course(s).
- Complete the undergraduate program application
- Note: Students in the Adolescence Education Mathematics program must receive a B- or better in Calculus 1 or a B- or better in Calculus 2.
Requirements for Student Teaching*
- Grade of B or better in Methods Course
- Approval of Coordinator and Chair
Student Teaching is a capstone experience for all undergraduate teacher candidates seeking a bachelor's degree. It is a full-time commitment extending for an entire semester with placements in two different settings. The School of Education requires that all required coursework is completed BEFORE the capstone experience begins, and it restricts candidates from taking any other course(s) while registered for Student Teaching except the co-requisite fieldwork 3 and the Student Teaching Seminar.
Adolescence Education students must have a 3.0 GPA to register for the Methods course in their academic discipline. Students unable to meet this GPA prerequisite will be advised to change their major so they can graduate in a timely manner.
*These requirements are baseline only. Education program enrollments can be more competitive, depending on the number of applicants.
Rewarding Careers in High Demand
As school districts continue to modernize, science, technology, and math teachers are among their greatest areas of need. Children in the 21st century need strong STEM education in order to succeed as professionals and as citizens. Skilled and compassionate math teachers have a unique opportunity to make a difference that lasts a lifetime.
Work with experts in Teaching and Math
The curriculum focuses on core pedagogical concepts and methods, complemented by upper-division electives taught by Department of Mathematics faculty—highly respected scholars teaching small classes, who are passionate about preparing new educators to work with diverse populations of children.
Develop your Teaching in the Real-World
This program includes a full-semester student teaching capstone experience, giving teacher candidates a valuable opportunity to hone their craft with one of our many partner districts, including partners in New York City and Long Island. Student teachers are supported by faculty advisors on campus and professional mentors in the field, who strive to ensure that all graduates are ready to lead a classroom on day one.
To prepare future Math teachers, our candidates get real-world, hands-on experiences through the following clinical experiences:
Clinically Rich Experience Courses (16 credits)
- SED353 Fieldwork I
- SED350 Fieldwork II
- SED407 Fieldwork III
- SED404 Student Teaching in the Middle School
- SED405 Student Teaching in the High School
- SED406 Student Teaching Seminar
Required Couplings:
- Intro Curriculum & Assessment and Field Work #1
- Methods, Field Work #2 and Digital Environment
- Student Teaching, Student Teaching Seminar and Field Work #3
Recommended Couplings:
- Sociological & Philosophical Foundations of Education and Developing Adolescent
- Intro to Literacy for Diverse Learners and Differentiating Instruction in the Secondary School
In addition to these educational foundations, pedagogy, and clinical practice courses, the program requires the completion of the following Math and cognate courses (47-48 credits):
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PROGRAM INFORMATION
Jason Huang, Program Coordinator
huangj18@newpaltz.edu or 845-257-2818
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Required Courses
Math Foundational Courses (36 credits)
- MAT251 Calculus I
- MAT252 Calculus II
- MAT353 Calculus III
- MAT260 Introduction to Proof
- MAT331 Axiomatic Geometry
- MAT204 Foundations of Algebra
- MAT362 Linear Algebra
- MAT303 Foundations of Analysis
- MAT431 Real Analysis I
- MAT441 Abstract Algebra I
Plus, one of the following:
- MAT363 Combinatorics
- MAT381 Probability and Statistics I
Required Cognate Courses (11-12 credits)
- PHY201 General Physics I
- PHY211 Physics I Lab
- PHY202 General Physics II
- PHY212 General Physics II Lab
Plus, one of the following:
- CPS104 Visual Programming
- CPS210 Computer Science I: Foundations
Transportation
Students are responsible for their own transportation to field and student teaching placements and must be prepared to commute up to 45 miles, one way, to these placements.
Additional Requirements:
Additional requirements for New York State Teaching and Leadership Certification can be found at the SUNY New Paltz Certification Advising web site. This site includes information on mandatory workshops, fingerprinting, certification exams, and more.
Moral Character
Students must have good moral character. Applicants for admission are asked to provide information about past convictions, misconduct, etc. on the application for a certificate, and the New York State Education Department is authorized to investigate complaints regarding an applicant's past convictions which raise a reasonable question as to the individual's moral character.
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A great science teacher inspires students to ask profound questions about the world around them, and seek out answers for themselves. In a rapidly changing society that depends on technology like never before, quality science teachers are in high demand in nearly every area of the country.
The Undergraduate Adolescence Education Competency-Based Teacher Education ProgramOutline of Education Course Requirements for Adolescence Education (Grades 7-12) Initial Certification.
Admission Requirements to the Program
- 3.0 overall GPA in College course work
- >Grade of B or better in Basic Communication course(s).
- Complete the undergraduate program application
Requirements for Student Teaching*
- Grade of B or better in Methods Course
- Approval of Coordinator and Chair
Student Teaching is a capstone experience for all undergraduate teacher candidates seeking a bachelor's degree. It is a full-time commitment extending for an entire semester with placements in two different settings. The School of Education requires that all required coursework is completed BEFORE the capstone experience begins, and it restricts candidates from taking any other course(s) while registered for Student Teaching except the co-requisite fieldwork 3 and the Student Teaching Seminar.
Adolescence Education students must have a 3.0 GPA to register for the Methods course in their academic discipline. Students unable to meet this GPA prerequisite will be advised to change their major so they can graduate in a timely manner.
*These requirements are baseline only. Education program enrollments can be more competitive, depending on the number of applicants.
Rewarding Careers in High Demand
As school districts continue to modernize, science, technology, and math teachers are among their greatest areas of need. Children in the 21st century need strong STEM education in order to succeed as professionals and as citizens. Talented and compassionate science teachers have a unique opportunity to make a difference that lasts a lifetime.
Work with Experts in Teaching and Science
The curriculum focuses on core pedagogical concepts and methods, complemented by upper-division electives taught by School of Science & Engineering faculty—highly respected scholars teaching small classes, who are passionate about preparing new educators to work with diverse populations of children.
Develop your Teaching in the Real-World
This program includes a full-semester student teaching capstone experience, giving teacher candidates a valuable opportunity to hone their craft with one of our many partner districts, including partners in New York City and Long Island. Student teachers are supported by faculty advisors on campus and professional mentors in the field, who strive to ensure that all graduates are ready to lead a classroom on day one.
Required Couplings:
- Intro Curriculum & Assessment and Field Work #1
- Methods, Field Work #2 and Digital Environment
- Student Teaching, Student Teaching Seminar and Field Work #3
Recommended Couplings:
- Sociological & Philosophical Foundations of Education and Developing Adolescent
- Intro to Literacy for Diverse Learners and Differentiating Instruction in the Secondary School
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PROGRAM INFORMATION
Latanya Brandon, Program Coordinator
brandonl@newpaltz.edu or 845-257-3118
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Admission to the Undergraduate Adolescence Science Program requires a 3.0 GPA in college course work, and a B or better in Composition I & II. The Adolescence Science Education program includes the following Education courses (41 credits):
Required Courses
Educational Foundations Courses (13 credits)
- EDS340 Sociological & Philosophical Foundations
- EDS372 Developing Adolescent
- SED354 Foundations Seminar
- EDS383 Literacy for Diverse Learners
- SPE385 Differentiating Instruction
Science Education Pedagogy & Practice (12 credits)
- SED453 Intro to Curriculum & Instruction
- SED356 Teaching & Learning in the Digital Environment
- SED374 Teaching Science in the Secondary School
To prepare future Science teachers, our candidates get real-world, hands-on experiences through the following clinical experiences:
Clinically Rich Experience Courses (16 credits)
- SED353 Fieldwork I
- SED350 Fieldwork II
- SED407 Fieldwork III
- SED404 Student Teaching in the Middle School
- SED405 Student Teaching in the High School
- SED406 Student Teaching Seminar
In addition to these educational foundations, pedagogy, and clinical practice courses, the program requires the completion of one of the following Science cognate programs:
Biology (59-64 credits)
- Biology courses (28-33 credits)
- Cognate courses (Chemistry, Physics, and/or Math, 31 credits)
Chemistry (55 credits)
- Chemistry courses (32 credits)
- Cognate courses (Biology, Physics, Geology, and Math, 23 credits)
Earth Science (58-59 credits)
- Geology courses (35 credits)
- Cognate courses (Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Computer Science, and Math, 23-24 credits)
Physics (53 credits)
- Physics courses (30 credits)
- Cognate courses (Math and Chemistry, 23 credits)
Transportation
Students are responsible for their own transportation to field and student teaching placements and must be prepared to commute up to 45 miles, one way, to these placements.
Additional Requirements:
Additional requirements for New York State Teaching and Leadership Certification can be found at the SUNY New Paltz Certification Advising web site. This site includes information on mandatory workshops, fingerprinting, certification exams, and more.
Moral Character
Students must have good moral character. Applicants for admission are asked to provide information about past convictions, misconduct, etc. on the application for a certificate, and the New York State Education Department is authorized to investigate complaints regarding an applicant's past convictions which raise a reasonable question as to the individual's moral character.
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Social studies teachers play a crucial role in our societies, teaching students to think critically about the world around them and inspiring them to believe in their own power to change it. The undergraduate degree in Adolescence Social Studies Education is the ideal career pathway for aspiring Social Studies educators.
The Undergraduate Adolescence Education Competency-Based Teacher Education ProgramOutline of Education Course Requirements for Adolescence Education (Grades 7-12) Initial Certification.
Admission Requirements to the Program
- 3.0 overall GPA in College course work
- >Grade of B or better in Basic Communication course(s).
- Complete the undergraduate program application
Requirements for Student Teaching*
- Grade of B or better in Methods Course
- Approval of Coordinator and Chair
Student Teaching is a capstone experience for all undergraduate teacher candidates seeking a bachelor's degree. It is a full-time commitment extending for an entire semester with placements in two different settings. The School of Education requires that all required coursework is completed BEFORE the capstone experience begins, and it restricts candidates from taking any other course(s) while registered for Student Teaching except the co-requisite fieldwork 3 and the Student Teaching Seminar.
Adolescence Education students must have a 3.0 GPA to register for the Methods course in their academic discipline. Students unable to meet this GPA prerequisite will be advised to change their major so they can graduate in a timely manner.
*These requirements are baseline only. Education program enrollments can be more competitive, depending on the number of applicants.
Work with Expert Teachers and Historians
The curriculum focuses on core pedagogical concepts and methods, complemented by upper-division electives taught by Department of History faculty. The program offers small classes led by highly respected and widely published scholars who are passionate about preparing new teachers to work with talented and diverse populations of children.
Prepare the Next Generation of Citizens
Teens and young adults are getting involved in the political process like never before, speaking their minds and fighting for causes that affect their lives. We depend on dedicated teachers to guide these dynamic young minds as they embark on lifetimes of service and engagement in our democratic society.
Develop your Teaching in the Real-World
This program includes a full-semester student teaching capstone experience, giving teacher candidates a valuable opportunity to hone their craft with one of our many partner districts, including partners in New York City and Long Island. Student teachers are supported by faculty advisors on campus and professional mentors in the field, who strive to ensure that all graduates are ready to lead a classroom on day one.
Required Couplings:
- Intro Curriculum & Assessment and Field Work #1
- Methods, Field Work #2 and Digital Environment
- Student Teaching, Student Teaching Seminar and Field Work #3
Recommended Couplings:
- Sociological & Philosophical Foundations of Education and Developing Adolescent
- Intro to Literacy for Diverse Learners and Differentiating Instruction in the Secondary School
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PROGRAM INFORMATION
Laura Dull, Program Coordinator
dullj@newpaltz.edu or 845-257-2849
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Admission to the Undergraduate Adolescence Social Studies Program requires a 3.0 GPA in college course work, and a B or better in Composition I & II. The Adolescence Social Studies Education program includes the following Education courses (41 credits):
Required Courses
Educational Foundations Courses (13 credits)
- EDS340 Sociological & Philosophical Foundations
- EDS372 Developing Adolescent
- SED354 Foundations Seminar
- EDS383 Literacy for Diverse Learners
- SPE385 Differentiating Instruction
Social Studies Education Pedagogy & Practice (12 credits)
- SED453 Intro to Curriculum & Instruction
- SED356 Teaching & Learning in the Digital Environment
- SED373 Teaching Social Studies in the Secondary School
To prepare future Social Studies teachers, our candidates get real-world, hands-on experiences through the following clinical experiences:
Clinically Rich Experience Courses (16 credits)
- SED353 Fieldwork I
- SED350 Fieldwork II
- SED407 Fieldwork III
- SED404 Student Teaching in the Middle School
- SED405 Student Teaching in the High School
- SED406 Student Teaching Seminar
In addition to these educational foundations, pedagogy, and clinical practice courses, the program requires the completion of the following Social Studies cognate courses (43-46 credits):
Three courses in each of the following three sections are required. For each section, at least one must be History, at least one should be 200-level, and at least one must be upper-division.
- Europe (10-11 credits)
- United States (10-11 credits)
- Africa, American Indians, Asia, Latin America, Middle East (10-11 credits)
Geography/Economics (9 credits)
- GEO213 Economic Geography
- GEO201 Human Geography
Plus, either of the following:
- One Additional Geography and One Additional Economics
- Two Additional Economics Courses
Political Science (4 credits)
Choose one of the following:
- POL216 American Government and Politics
- POL227 International Politics
- POL229 Introduction to Comparative Politics
All courses must have prior approval under History Department advisement. No selected topic or independent study courses are allowed, except by special permission. Only grades of C- or better are acceptable for major courses. All majors are required to maintain a portfolio of their history essays and to write a 300-word “Exit Essay” as a graduation requirement. See your History department advisor for details. All majors must take at least one course “Pre-1500” and one course “Post-1500”.
Transportation
Students are responsible for their own transportation to field and student teaching placements and must be prepared to commute up to 45 miles, one way, to these placements.
Additional Requirements:
Additional requirements for New York State Teaching and Leadership Certification can be found at the SUNY New Paltz Certification Advising web site. This site includes information on mandatory workshops, fingerprinting, certification exams, and more.
Moral Character
Students must have good moral character. Applicants for admission are asked to provide information about past convictions, misconduct, etc. on the application for a certificate, and the New York State Education Department is authorized to investigate complaints regarding an applicant's past convictions which raise a reasonable question as to the individual's moral character.
