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Nov 23, 2024
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2024-2025 University Catalog
Elementary Education, Certification in Grades 1-5, B.S.
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Earn a degree in Elementary Education grades 1-5 and pass the Praxis Exam Principles of Learning and Teaching (5621).
Requirements
A grade below “C” will not be accepted for candidates seeking Elementary certification.
The curriculum in Elementary Education has five components:
- general education,
- focus area,
- knowledge of the learner and the learning environment,
- methodology and teaching, and
- special education.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) for BS Elementary Education (Certification in Grades 1-5)
Aligned with Interstate Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium (InTASC)
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The elementary teacher understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the discipline(s) he or she teaches and creates learning experiences that make the discipline accessible and meaningful for learners to assure mastery of the content. (InTASC Standard 4: Content Knowledge)
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The elementary teacher understands how to connect concepts and use differing perspectives to engage learners in critical thinking, creativity, and collaborative problem solving related to authentic local and global issues. (InTASCStandard 5: Application of Content)
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The elementary teacher plans instruction that supports every student in meeting rigorous learning goals by drawing upon knowledge of content areas, curriculum, cross-disciplinary skills, and pedagogy, as well as knowledge of learners and the community context. (InTASC Standard 7: Planning for Instruction)
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The elementary teacher understands and uses a variety of instructional strategies to encourage learners to develop deep understanding of content areas and their connections, and to build skills to apply knowledge in meaningful ways. (InTASC Standard 8: Instructional Strategies)
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The elementary teacher engages in ongoing professional learning and uses evidence to continually evaluate his/her practice, particularly the effects of his/her choices and actions on others (learners, families, other professionals, and the community), and adapts practice to meet the needs of each learner. (InTASC Standard 9: Professional Learning and Ethical Practice)
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General Education Requirements
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Social Sciences
- Social Sciences elective Credits: 6
Course Requirements for Major
Total Credit Hours Required: 120
- Refer to the following sections in the University Catalog for specific courses and university regulations to fulfill General Education Requirements. Catalog sections: General Education Core Requirements and General Education Course Menu.
NOTE: CHEM 1001 AND URBN 1000 are not acceptable for a degree in Elementary Education.
Non-Coursework
Passing scores on appropriate PRAXIS Exams
Minimum grade of “C” in all courses
Minimum GPA of 2.5 for all undergraduate coursework
Four Year Plan of Study
B.S. in Elementary Education, Certification in Grades 1-5
Understanding Your Degree Program of Study
Four Year Plan of Study Key
GE - General education
M - Major coursework
O - Other coursework
FE - Free electives
RE - Restricted electives
UR - University requirements
CR - College requirements
Program requirements - Some degree programs offer an opportunity to complete a Concentration (C) within the major. Some degree programs require that a Concentration (C) or an Option (OP) be completed as a part of the major.
First Year of Enrollment
- General Education note: The General Education requirement may be met by completing other courses on the Gen Ed menu; however, Recommended courses must be completed to meet degree requirements if not completed as general education requirements and may be prerequisites for other required courses in the degree program.
- The 9-hour General Education Science requirement includes a 6-hour sequence in one science selected from BIOS, CHEM, EES, and PHYS. 3 hours of the 9-hour requirement must be BIOS.
Second Year of Enrollment
- General Education note: The General Education requirement may be met by completing other courses on the Gen Ed menu; however, Recommended courses must be completed to meet degree requirements if not completed as general education requirements and may be prerequisites for other required courses in the degree program.
- The 9-hour General Education Science requirement includes a 6-hour sequence in one science selected from BIOS, CHEM, EES, and PHYS. 3 hours of the 9-hour requirement must be BIOS.
Third Year of Enrollment
- General Education note: The General Education requirement may be met by completing other courses on the Gen Ed menu; however, Recommended courses must be completed to meet degree requirements if not completed as general education requirements and may be prerequisites for other required courses in the degree program.
- The 9-hour General Education Science requirement includes a 6-hour sequence in one science selected from BIOS, CHEM, EES, and PHYS. 3 hours of the 9-hour requirement must be BIOS.
Fourth Year of Enrollment
- General Education note: The General Education requirement may be met by completing other courses on the Gen Ed menu; however, Recommended courses must be completed to meet degree requirements if not completed as general education requirements and may be prerequisites for other required courses in the degree program.
- The 9-hour General Education Science requirement includes a 6-hour sequence in one science selected from BIOS, CHEM, EES, and PHYS. 3 hours of the 9-hour requirement must be BIOS.
Total Credit Hours Required: 120
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