Five-Year Integrated Bachelor and Master of Arts in Elementary Education with Initial Certification
The MA in Elementary Education provides candidates with the theoretical and pedagogical knowledge and skills needed for initial certification in Elementary Education (Grades PK-6) within an advocacy based, culturally responsive framework.
Undergraduate Courses
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC 2201 | Explorations in Education | 3 |
| EDUC 2329 | Philosophy of Education: An Introduction | 3 |
| EDUC 2341 | Culturally Responsive Teacher | 3 |
| or SOCI 2300 | Sociology of Education | |
| EDUC 3241 | Educational Psychology | 3 |
| EDUC 3350 | Special Learners in the Mainstream | 3 |
| EDUC 4431 | Extending Literacy in the Elementary School: Grades 3-6 | 3 |
| EDUC 4437 | Developmental Literacy in Elementary School: Primary Grades | 3 |
| Select one cognate course from educational studies minor menu in consultation with your advisor. | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 24 | |
Graduate Courses
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SPED 6565 | Evidence-Based Strategies in the Inclusive Classroom | 3 |
| EDTC 5401 | Introduction to Educational Technology | 3 |
| EDUC 5405 | Contexts of Education in the Primary Grades | 3 |
| EDUC 5447 | Learning Mathematics in the Elementary Classroom | 3 |
| EDUC 5497 | Teaching Science and Social Studies in the Elementary Classroom | 3 |
| EDUC 6552 | Research for Action and Advocacy in School and Community Settings | 3 |
| EDUC 6583 | Elementary Student Teaching: Immersion in a Community of Practice | 6 |
| EDUC 6584 | Reflective Practice Seminar: Elementary Education | 3 |
| EDUC 6598 | edTPA Portfolio 1 | 0 |
| Select one elective in consultation with your advisor. | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 30 | |
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$300 edTPA registration fee required