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DEPARTMENT OF CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTIONUrban Teacher Education ProgramB.S. in Elementary EducationOverview & Purpose: Preparing World-Class Teachers for an Interdependent World The 120-credit Bachelor of Science program in Elementary Education consists of a curriculum that meets state and professional standards and prepares candidates for certification as elementary teachers. The program is grounded in cutting-edge empirical research and best practices for addressing the educational needs of underserved children and youth, especially African American and other children of color in urban and other diverse settings. Core components of the program include: (a) an interdisciplinary approach that highlights human development sciences and an asset-focused approach to teaching culturally and linguistically diverse children; (b) an emphasis on STEM content and pedagogy; and (c) international academic and field-based experiences.***Important Note: Students who declare Elementary Education as a major are considered Pre-Elementary Education Majors until program prerequisites are met and the Supplemental Application has been completed and approved.***Program PrerequisiteEDUC 100Orientation and Pre-Professional Seminar1 creditCore CoursesFoundations of Education 6 creditsEDUC 120International Education for Contemporary Societies3 creditsEDUC 219Schooling for Diverse Populations in American Society3 creditsDevelopmental Science8 creditsHUDV 119Growth & Development in Children & Adolescents3 creditsEDUC 212Educational Psychology: African American Learners & Learning3 creditsEDUC 221Talent Development Model of Schooling2 creditsB.S. in Elementary EducationProfessional Education CoursesSTEM17 creditsEDUC 214Learning Elementary School Math (and Lab)3 creditsEDUC 223Instructional Technology for the 21st Century3 creditsEDUC 225Learning Elementary School Science (and Lab)3 creditsEDUC 314Principles of Teaching Math and Science in4 creditsUrban Classrooms - I (Gr 1-3)EDUC 315Principles of Teaching Math and Science in4 creditsUrban Classrooms – II (Gr. 4-6)Literacy12 creditsEDUC 218Foundations & Processes of Reading Acquisition3 creditsEDUC 321Literature & Writing in Urban Elementary Schools3 creditsEDUC 322Teaching Language Arts in Urban Elementary Schools3 creditsEDUC 323Literacy Assessment and Instructional Frameworks in 3 creditsUrban Elementary SchoolsOther Elementary Curricula4 creditsEDUC 324Teaching Social Studies, Arts, Health and PE in 4 credits Urban Elem Schools Instructional Support & PracticeDiverse Learners & Families9 creditsEDUC 220Learners with Diverse Cognitive, Behavior, & Language 3 credits CharacteristicsEDUC 222World Lang. Competency to Facilitate ELL Instruction2 creditsEDUC 316Strategies for Teaching English Language Learners2 creditsEDUC 318 Engaging Urban Parents, Families and Communities2 creditsB.S. in Elementary EducationResearch & Evaluation9 creditsEDUC 312 Introduction to Assessment & Measurement 3 creditsEDUC 412 Research Foundations & Methods for Classroom Teachers3 creditsEDUC 420Interdisciplinary Research in STEM 3 creditsInternships18 creditsEDUC 450Urban Internship & Management Seminar9 creditsEDUC 480 International Internship & Special Topics Seminar9 creditsTotal Credits: Major84B.S. in Elementary EducationFRESHMAN YEARFALL (16 Crs.)SPRING (15 Crs.)ENGL 002Freshman English3 CrsENGL 003Freshman English3 CrsMATH College Algebra I or higher3 CrsMATHCollege Algebra II or higher3 CrsCOMC 101Principles of Speech3 CrsCOMP 002 Planetary Sciences3 CrsCOMP 001Life Sciences3 CrsHIST 101Introduction to Black Diaspora3 CrsHIST 101World Geography 3 CrsEDUC 120 International Education for Contemporary Societies3 CrsEDUC 100Orientation & Pre-Professional Seminar1 CrSOPHOMORE YEARFALL (15 Crs.)SPRING (16 Crs.)HUDV 114Growth & Development in Child. & Adolescents3 CrsEDUC 220Learners with Diverse Cognitive, Behavior, & Language Characteristics3 CrsEDUC 212Educational Psych: Learning & African Amer. Learners3 CrsEDUC 221Talent Development Model of Schooling2 CrsEDUC 214Learning Elementary School Mathematics (and Lab)3 Crs EDUC 222World Lang. Competency to facilitate ELL Instruction2 CrsEDUC 218Foundations & Processes of Reading Acquisition3 CrsEDUC 223Instructional Technology for the 21st Century3 CrsEDUC 219Schooling for Diverse Populations in American Society 3 CrsEDUC 225Learning Elementary School Science (and Lab)3 CrsFINE ARTSMusic/Theatre Arts/Art 3 CrsJUNIOR YEARFALL (18 Crs.)SPRING (16 Crs.)EDUC 312Introduction to Assessment & Measurement3 CrsEDUC 321Literature & Writing in Urban Elementary Schools 3 CrsEDUC 314Principles of Teaching Math & Sci in Urban Classrooms I (Gr. 1-3)4 CrsEDUC 322Teaching Language Arts in Urban Elementary Schools3 CrsEDUC 315Principles of Teaching Math & Sci in Urban Classrooms II (Gr. 4-6)4 CrsEDUC 323Literacy Assessment & Instructional Frameworks in Urban, Elem. Schools3 CrsEDUC 316Strategies for Teaching English Language Learners2 CrsEDUC 324Teaching Social Studies, Arts, Health and PE in Urban Elem Schools4 CrsEDUC 318Engaging Urban Parents, Families & Communities2 CrsSPAN 002Spanish II or World Lang. II3 CrsSPAN 001Spanish I or World Lang. I3 CrsSENIOR YEAR FALL (12 Crs.)SPRING (12 Crs.)EDUC 412Research Foundations & Methods for Classroom Teachers3 CrsEDUC 420 Interdisciplinary Research in STEM3 CrsEDUC 450Urban Internship & Management Seminar9 CrsEDUC 480International Internship & Special Topics Seminar9 CrsB.S. in ELEMENTARY EDUCATION – SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATION CHECKLISTPlease complete using Microsoft Word to ensure compatibility. Handwritten applications will not be accepted. Review the following checklist and indicate your agreement to the following steps by placing an “X” next to each item. In order to be granted admission into the Elementary Education Minor, candidates must: FORMCHECKBOX declare Elementary Education as an intended major (University Registrar), FORMCHECKBOX provide proof of passing Praxis I: Pre-Professional Skills Test in Reading, Writing and Mathematics [or equivalent SAT/ACT scores] as required by the Office of the State Superintendent (OSSE) in the District of Columbia, FORMCHECKBOX attach a current unofficial transcript to this application, FORMCHECKBOX have a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or above, FORMCHECKBOX have a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or above in the major, FORMCHECKBOX have completed the Orientation Course or equivalent competency, FORMCHECKBOX have at least a “C” or above in all education courses, and FORMCHECKBOX submit a completed application (including Personal Statement and Test Scores) to the Office of Teacher Education by April 1st for Fall admission and October 1st for Spring admission. Before being admitted to the Elementary Education Program, candidates must acknowledge that: FORMCHECKBOX an interview is required for admission (usually completed during the first day of the Reading Period), FORMCHECKBOX a second interview is required before completing the internship (usually completed during the first day of the Reading Period), FORMCHECKBOX an unpaid full-time teaching internship is required (typically completed during the final year), and FORMCHECKBOX OSSE testing requirements, such as Praxis II (Content) and Principles of Learning and Teaching, are required for graduation clearance.SUPPLEMENTAL B.S. in ELEMENTARY EDUCATION PROGRAM APPLICATION (Double-click on gray boxes to complete fields)Applicant InformationApplicant Name: FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? Current Semester: Year:Fall FORMCHECKBOX Spring FORMCHECKBOX FORMTEXT ????? Last, First, M.I.DateStudent ID:@ FORMTEXT ?????Phone: FORMTEXT ?????Email Address: FORMTEXT ?????Address: FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? Street Address (Including Apt./Suite)City, State, Zip CodeDegree: FORMDROPDOWN Major: FORMDROPDOWN Cumulative GPA: FORMTEXT ?????Education GPA: FORMTEXT ?????Number of Education Credits Completed: FORMTEXT ?????Praxis I Scores: Reading FORMTEXT ????? Mathematics FORMTEXT ????? Writing FORMTEXT ????? FORMCHECKBOX Check Here if Exempt from Reading & Mathematics SAT Verbal & Math: FORMTEXT ????? ACT Composite FORMTEXT ????? Anticipated Graduation Semester FORMDROPDOWN Year FORMTEXT ?????List Education Courses Completed or In ProgressCourse Abbreviation & Number Course TitleGrade (IP if in progress) FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ?????I have received information detailing the B.S. in Elementary Education Program. I have read and understood the scheme, admission, and matriculation policies.____________________________________________ Date: _____________Student SignatureAdmission Decision – Office Use OnlyAdmitted ____Not Admitted ________________________________________Date: _____________ Authorized SignatureReason for Denial____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Personal Statement Guidelines – B.S. in Elementary EducationThe personal statement should reflect the reasons for choosing teaching as a profession. It should describe personal experiences as well as qualifications and skills that would contribute to the potential for success as a teacher.The personal statement should be one typed page; careful attention should be given to professional writing standards.The personal statement should be well organized and presented in a logical sequence.A minimum score of 80 points is needed to fulfill the essay requirement. Scoring criteria are listed below.Quality of Content20Organization and Development 30Style (Clarity and Word Usage) 10Grammar and Mechanics40TOTAL POINTS 100 ................
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