Authorizations

Bilingual Authorization

Our Purpose

The Bilingual Authorization (BILA) Program prepares Multiple Subject, Middle Level, Single Subject, and Education 
Specialist teacher candidates and teaching credential holders to teach in Spanish. The program prepares teachers 
to serve California’s culturally and linguistically diverse Emergent Bilingual/English Learners and to leverage 
language as a means for access and equity.

BILA Program Philosophy

The BILA Program’s philosophy is based on the principles of education as a practice of freedom, dialogical, and 
cultural action. BILA candidates develop a depth and breadth of knowledge in the history, politics, and theory of 
bilingual education, language and culture in education, equitable educational research and practices, and bilingual 
instructional practices. The program values preparing bilingual and cross-cultural teachers who are reflective and 
transformational in addressing the needs of culturally and linguistically diverse learners through collaboration with 
families, schools, and communities

• Bilingual Authorization Courses

  EDUC 653 – Biliteracy Education I: Contexts for Learning (3 units)
  Biliteracy Education I: Contexts for Learning
  Addresses the contexts for bilingual education and bilingualism in California public schools. Explores bilingual sociolin­guistic/sociocultural competence and implications for learning and instruc­tion, as well as authentic parental participation in schools and the family as a cultural resource to student learning. 

  EDUC 654 – Biliteracy Education II: Methodology and Cultural Contexts (3 units)
  Biliteracy Education II: Methodology and Cultural Contexts
  Addresses bilingual methodology and the cultural contexts for bilingual education and bilingualism in California public schools. The theories, pedagogy, and principles of second language acquisition are examined including inter- and intra-communication, transferability, and the interrelat­edness of the domains of language. Explores the sociopolitical, historical, and economic role that Latinos and Latino culture play.

  EDMS 573, EDMI 573, or EDSS 573 (7 units)
  Clinical Practice in Elementary School Bilingual/ELD Settings

  EDUC 655 Application of Bilingual and Second Language Acquisition Theories and Principles: Practicum of Instruction in Bilingual Settings (2 units)
  This course is for “add on” candidates, not completing EDMS/EDMI/EDSS 573. An examination and application of the theoretical and methodological issues in designing instruction for English learners in bilingual classroom settings through reflective, critical analysis of practice. Aspects of second language development will be covered, including curriculum planning and development. 

  CSET LOTE III Exam:
  Spanish Language and Communication

• Bilingual Authorization Faculty

  Dr. Ana Hernández is Professor of Multilingual and Multicultural Education. She earned a doctorate in Educational Leadership from the Joint Doctoral Program at the University of California in San Diego and CA State University San Marcos. Her research examines issues of equitable teaching practices and cross-cultural competence in dual language education. Dr. Hernández taught for 32 years in California public schools as a bilingual/dual language teacher in grades K-8th. She is one of the founders of the Association for Two-Way and Dual Language Education (ATDLE), served as President of the organization, and is an active member of their Advisory Council. In addition, Dr. Hernández is a national trainer and consultant for dual language programs and involved in bilingual teacher preparation through Global Learning Networks.
  
  E-mail: ahernand@csusm.edu | Phone: (760) 750-8507
  
  Dr. Xochitl Archey is Assistant Professor of Multilingual and Multicultural Education and Coordinator of the Bilingual Authorization Program in the School of Education. She earned a Ph.D. in education from the Joint Doctoral Program at San Diego State University and Claremont Graduate University. Frameworks of educational equity and social justice are central to her scholarship. Her published work and conference proceedings are in language acquisition for ELs with (dis)abilities and in teacher preparation, specifically in how teachers maximize educational equity through critical examination of social inequities. Dr. Archey taught in California public schools as an elementary school teacher. 

  E-mail: xarchey@csusm.edu | Phone: (760) 750-8230

• Bilingual Authorization Contact

  For curriculum related questions:

  Dr. Ana Hernandez
  Office: UNIV 400
  ahernand@csusm.edu
  (760) 750-8507

  For program related questions:

  Dr. Xochitl Archey
  Office: UNIV 424
  xarchey@csusm.edu 
  (760) 750-8230

  For application and registration questions:

  CEHHS Student Services
  University Hall 222
  cehhs-ss@csusm.edu
  (760) 750-4277

Reading and Literacy Authorization

The School of Education offers two advanced CTC credentials in addition to the MA in Reading, Language, & Literacy. The purpose of the Reading and Literacy Added Authorization is to prepare teachers to “lead from any seat” to support the development of students’ literacy skills and school district programs.