2023-2024 College Catalog

Education Certification Program

Education Program Requirements

The education sequence, normally begun in the first year, includes foundation courses, pedagogical courses in which students study the art and science of teaching and learning, and in-school field experiences culminating in student teaching during the fall or spring semester of the senior year.

Foundational Coursework

EDUC 101Philosophy & Sociology of Education

4

EDUC 102Educational Psychology

4

EDUC 201Foundations of Teaching and Learning

4

EDUC 202Disability and Education

3

Pedagogical Coursework

EDUC 340Reading, Writing & Literacy Across the Curriculum

3

EDUC 341Approaching Developmental Literacy Skills

3

EDUC 342Language & Literacy in Content Areas

3

EDUC 3XXSpecialty Methods of Instruction for All Learners

3 (Adol. Track), 6 (Childhood)

EDUC 372Lyceum

3

 

Special Education Coursework (for Students with Disabilities Certifications)

EDUC 375Inclusive Education

3

EDUC 376Behavior Support for Students with Disabilities

3

EDUC 379Methods for Teaching Special Education

3

EDUC 391Special Education Mini-Practicum

3

Special Note: Students seeking dual certification cannot pursue any other certifications

Field Practica

EDUC 390Multicultural/Alternative Education Experience

3

Supervised Student Teaching

12

EDUC 480Interdisciplinary Reflective Seminar

2

Supervised Student Teaching: two - 6 credit courses

Check with content major department for additional requirements.