Elementary Education

General Education Requirements

English Composition
Select one of the following:6
College Composition I
College Composition II
Introduction to Professional Writing
or
College Composition II
Introduction to Professional Writing
College Composition III: Persuasive Writing
Speech Communication
Select one of the following:3
Fundamentals of Public Speaking
Interpersonal Communication
Intercultural Communication
Mathematics
Select one of the following:3
College Algebra
Finite Mathematics
Precalculus
Mathematics in Society
Calculus I
Elementary Statistics
Lab Science
Select two of the following:8
Concepts of Biology 1
General Biology I 1
General Biology II 1
General Zoology 1
Introductory Chemistry
Introduction to Organic and Biochemistry
General Chemistry I
General Chemistry II
Introduction to Earth Science 1
The Earth Through Time 1
Concepts of Physics
Introductory Astronomy
College Physics I
College Physics II
University Physics I
University Physics II
Cognition and Brain Science
Technology, Engineering, and Design
Wellness
Select one of the following:2
Concepts of Fitness and Wellness
Introduction to Stress Management
Computer Science and Literacy
Select one of the following:3
Introduction to Computer Information Systems
Introduction to Programming
Introduction to Programming in Java
Introduction to Structured Programming I
Discovering Computing
Humanities
Literacies
Select one of the following:3
Oral Interpretation
Introduction to Literature
Introduction to Film
Mythology
World Literature I
World Literature II
American Literature I
American Literature II
Civilization, Thought, and Literary Heritage
Ethics and Philosophy of Science
1st Year Spanish I
1st Year Spanish II
2nd Year Spanish I
2nd Year Spanish II
Introduction to Theatre Arts
Art and Music
Select one of the following:3
Introduction to the Visual Arts
Introduction to Digital Media
Art History I
Art History II
History of Craft
Fine Arts and Aesthetics
Music Appreciation
Music Fundamentals
World Music
History of Rock and Roll
Social Science
Select 6 credits from the following:6
Understanding Media and Social Change
Human Communication
Principles of Microeconomics
Principles of Macroeconomics
Human Geography
United States to 1877 2
United States to Present 2
World Civilizations to 1500
World Civilizations since 1500
Environmental History
Native American Studies
American National Government
State and Local Government
Introduction to Psychology 3
Introduction to Sociology
Introduction to Anthropology
Additional Humanities or Social Science
Select one additional course from Humanities or Social Science or select from the following:2
Two-Dimensional Design
Drawing I
Ceramics I
Photography I
Survey of Geography 3
Group Piano for Non-Majors
Group Piano for Non-Majors
Valkyries
Concert Choir
Athletic Band
Concert Band
Planetarium Science
Theatre Practicum
Total Credits39
1

One course each in Biology and Earth Science.

2

 HIST 103 United States to 1877 or HIST 104 United States to Present is required

3

 Required

Major Requirements

Required Courses
EDUC 210Creative Activities2
EDUC 277Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I3
EDUC 278Mathematics for Elementary Teachers II3
EDUC 315Mathematics in the Elementary School3
EDUC 320Social Studies in the Elementary School3
EDUC 321Foundations of Reading Instruction3
EDUC 322Methods of Language Arts Instruction3
EDUC 323Methods of Reading in the Elementary School3
EDUC 330Children's Literature3
EDUC 350Elementary Practicum and Classroom Management2
EDUC 355Science Methods for Elementary Teachers3
EDUC 491Senior Portfolio1
Elementary Education Majors are required to take Chemistry, Physics, or STEM ED to fulfill State Science Requirements. Choose one from the following courses: 4
Introductory Chemistry
Introduction to Organic and Biochemistry
General Chemistry I
General Chemistry II
Concepts of Physics
Introductory Astronomy
College Physics I
College Physics II
University Physics I
University Physics II
Integrative Physical Science for Elementary
Content Options
Each Elementary Education major is required to complete a second major, minor, or one of the following content options. Dean of Education has right to waive these requirements.7-27
Early Childhood
EDEC 1030
Infant and Toddler Care (offered through CC)
EDEC 1035
Infant and Toddler Care Lab (offered through CC)
EDEC 1200
Administration in Early Childhood Programs (offered through CC)
Introduction to Early Childhood Education
Language and Literacy in Early Childhood Education
Pre-Kindergarten Observation and Assessment
Kindergarten Education and Curriculum
Student Teaching (Elementary)
ELL
Foundations of Bilingual/Multicultural Education
Assessing ELL Proficiency
Methods of Teaching ELL
Practicum in the ELL Classroom
Linguistics and Language Acquisition
Language and Culture
Kindergarten
Introduction to Early Childhood Education
Language and Literacy in Early Childhood Education
Pre-Kindergarten Observation and Assessment
Kindergarten Education and Curriculum
Student Teaching (Elementary)
Middle School
Philosophy and Curriculum of Middle Level Education
Teaching Reading in the Content Areas
Methods of Teaching in the Middle School
Reading
Teaching Reading in the Content Areas
Diagnosis and Correction of Reading Difficulties
Practicum in Corrective Reading (Elementary)
Strategies Special Education
Diagnosis and Correction of Reading Difficulties
Behavior Modification
Assessment of Students with Disabilities
Learning Disabilities, Emotional Disorders, and Intellectual Disabilities
Collaboration, Consultation, and Transition Planning for Students with Disabilities
Methods and Materials of SLD
Methods and Materials of ED
Methods and Materials of ID
Special Education Student Teaching in SLD, ED, ID, and Assessment
STEM Education-Elementary
Integrative Physical Science for Elementary
Inventions and Innovations - Technology Education for Children
Design, Technology and Engineering for Children
Data Collection and Analysis
STEM Curriculum and Methods for Elementary
Total Credits43-63

Professional Education Sequence  29 Hours

Professional Education Sequence
EDUC 240Educating Exceptional Students3
EDUC 250Introduction to Education3
EDUC 283Understanding Cultural Diversity in Education3
EDUC 300Educational Technology2
EDUC 352Culturally Diverse Practicum1
or EDUC 464 Practicum in the ELL Classroom
EDUC 400Educational Psychology2
EDUC 450Trends in Assessment and Educational Issues2
EDUC 490Student Teaching (Elementary)10
PSYC 250Developmental Psychology3
Total Credits29

Total General Education 39 Hrs
Total Major Requirement 43-63 Hrs
Total Professional Education Sequence 29-30 Hrs
Total Credits Needed to Graduate 120-131 Hrs

For degree and graduation requirements, visit degree requirements and graduation requirements.

Plan of Study

First Year
FallCreditsSpringCredits
Biology lab science (Gen Ed)4English Composition (Gen Ed)3
CIS 170 or CSCI 127 (Gen Ed)3Geology lab Science (Gen Ed)4
COMM 110 (Gen Ed)3HIST 103 or 104 (Gen Ed)3
ENGL 110 (Gen Ed)3MATH 104 (Gen Ed)3
HPER 100 (Gen Ed)2PSYC 111 (Gen Ed)3
UNIV 1501 
 16 16
Second Year
FallCreditsSpringCredits
Chemistry or Physics lab science (Gen Ed)4EDUC 2102
EDUC 2503EDUC 2783
EDUC 2773EDUC 2833
Literacies - OR - Art & Music (Gen Ed)3EDUC 3213
PSYC 2503EDUC 3521
 GEOG 111 (Gen Ed)3
 Literacies - OR - Art & Music (Gen Ed)3
 16 18
Third Year
FallCreditsSpringCredits
EDUC 2403EDUC 3203
EDUC 3002EDUC 3233
EDUC 3223EDUC 4502
EDUC 3303Endorsement courses3-9
Endorsement courses3-6 
 14-17 11-17
Fourth Year
FallCreditsSpringCredits
EDUC 3153EDUC 49010
EDUC 3502EDUC 4911
EDUC 3553 
EDUC 4002 
Endorsement Courses3-6 
 13-16 11
Total Credits 115-127

Please note:  This plan is intended for general information only.  Students are strongly encouraged to meet with their academic advisor each semester before registration.

Online Course Rotation for Elementary Education.
Face to Face Course Rotation for Elementary Education
Certificate and Endorsement Rotation for Education.

Learning Outcomes

  1. Teacher candidates apply knowledge and skills to plan a unit that meets the needs of students in a P-12 classroom.
  2. Teacher candidates apply knowledge and skills to implement a unit that meets the needs of students in a P-12 classroom.
  3. Teacher candidates apply knowledge and skills to evaluate student learning during a unit taught to students in a P-12 classroom.
  4. Teacher candidates apply knowledge and skills to reflect on student learning and their own practice as a teacher during a unit of teaching students in a P-12 classroom.