2018 Honor Leads to Lasting Community Connections

Bilingual education has the power to transform learning, particularly for linguistically diverse students, and Rutgers University–Camden is helping lead the way in South Jersey. At St. Anthony of Padua School, a unique program was created to address the need for students to strengthen both their native and second languages. This initiative, led by Silvia Perez-Cortes,… continue reading

Building Future Leaders in Spanish Language Education

Picture a program where Spanish educators are empowered to lead and inspire, equipped with innovative teaching methods and a clear path to success. At Rutgers-Camden, Dr. Próspero N. García, as Graduate Program Director of the Master of Arts in Teaching Spanish, is transforming how language education is approached. Through mentorship, action-based research, and cutting-edge strategies,… continue reading

Pedagogy Meets Culture in Teaching Spanish-MAT

New Jersey’s evolving demographics and educational policies have sparked a growing demand for skilled language educators. The Rutgers-Camden ⁠Teaching Spanish-MAT program⁠ meets this need by offering innovative pathways for both native and non-native Spanish speakers. Participants gain a solid foundation in U.S. teaching methodologies and expectations, with opportunities for English speakers to strengthen their Spanish… continue reading