B.A. Elementary Education
Our Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education offers not only content, but also philosophy, the art of professional teaching, ethics and cultural responsiveness as well. As an Elementary Education candidate, you will spend at least 725 hours in supervised field experiences in diverse school settings. As a senior, candidates engage in a year-long student teaching experience that allows them to work along-side an experienced clinical faculty mentor utilizing a co-teaching model
Candidates completing a B.A. in Elementary Education will:
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Demonstrate an understanding of curriculum, subject content, pedagogical knowledge, and the needs of students by providing relevant learning experiences based on state and local standards and using research-based strategies that meet the needs of all students.
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Promote student learning by providing content that engages students in active learning, promoting student acquisition of key knowledge and skills, and addressing individual learning differences.
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Systematically choose a variety of assessment strategies and instruments and gathers, analyzes, and uses data from these assessments to inform instructional content and delivery methods.
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Provide a well-managed, safe, academic environment in which teaching and learning occur at high levels.
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Demonstrate a commitment to professional ethics, participates in professional growth opportunities, and communicates with stakeholders in ways that enhance student learning.