EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION The early childhood program is based on the belief that educators must have a strong theoretical base of understanding in young children’s growth, development, and learning processes. The educator must master a variety of instructional strategies and responsive behaviors for working with young children in the educational setting. A developmentally appropriate educational environment is imperative for young children to construct knowledge at various cognitive and experiential levels. The educator is taught to support children in their total developmental process.
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (B.A.) CERTIFICATION: PRE K-3 Certification and Major Requirements*
Credit Hours: 55
EDUC 2001 Introduction to Teaching EDUC 3103 Human Development EDUC 3113 Psychology & Assessment of Learning EDUC 3213 Students with Exceptionalities EDUC 4023 English Language Learning EDUC 4413 Technology in the Classroom EDUC 4663 Student Teaching Seminar EDUC 4739 Student Teaching ECED 3013 Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education ECED 3312 Home, School, and Community Relations ECED 3403 Foundations of Reading ECED 3804 Inquiry Science and Math Methods ECED 3413 Reading Assessment and Instruction ECED 3704 Language Arts and Social Studies Methods ECED 4143 Creative Arts and Activities ECED 4613 Early Childhood Curriculum and Management ECED 4702 Children’s Literature *Teacher certification programs are developed in accordance with Oklahoma State laws and, therefore, are subject to change.
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All early childhood education majors are required to complete a total of 12 hours in each of the four content areas of social studies, language arts, sciences, and mathematics (the “4 by 12” combination). All students are expected to work closely with their faculty advisor in selecting courses to fulfill the 4 by 12 combination. In the Petree College of Arts and Sciences a single foreign language through the Intermediate II level is required for the B.A. degree.
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (B.S.) CERTIFICATION: PRE K-3 Certification and Major Requirements*
Credit Hours: 55
EDUC 2001 Introduction to Teaching EDUC 3103 Human Development EDUC 3113 Psychology & Assessment of Learning EDUC 3213 Students with Exceptionalities EDUC 4023 English Language Learning EDUC 4413 Technology in the Classroom EDUC 4663 Student Teaching Seminar EDUC 4739 Student Teaching ECED 3013 Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education ECED 3312 Home, School, and Community Relations ECED 3403 Foundations of Reading ECED 3804 Inquiry-Based Science and Math ECED 3413 Reading Assessment and Instruction ECED 3704 Language Arts and Social Studies Methods ECED 4143 Creative Arts and Activities ECED 4613 Early Childhood Curriculum and Management ECED 4702 Children’s Literature *Teacher certification programs are developed in accordance with Oklahoma State laws and, therefore, are subject to change.
undergraduate catalog
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All early childhood education majors are required to complete a total of 12 hours in each of the four content areas of social studies, language arts, sciences, and mathematics (the “4 by 12” combination). All students are expected to work closely with their faculty advisor in selecting courses to fulfill the 4 by 12 combination.
ELEMENTARY EDUCATION In elementary education each candidate is prepared to teach in diverse educational settings. The future teacher’s preparation includes a knowledge base in current educational theory and practice as well as a comprehensive knowledge base in the curriculum areas taught in the elementary schools. Each candidate is educated to be a reflective practitioner. Classroom organization, planning, and technology skills are incorporated throughout the professional and specialized curriculum. Leadership skills in the field of education are fostered. The core of the program includes effective teaching and learning strategies that are developmentally appropriate and emphasize the unlimited potential of each child.
ELEMENTARY EDUCATION (B.A.) CERTIFICATION: 1-8
Certification and Major Requirements*
Credit Hours: 55
EDUC 2001 Introduction to Teaching 1 EDUC 3103 Human Development 3 EDUC 3113 Psychology & Assessment of Learning 3 EDUC 3213 Students with Exceptionalities 3 EDUC 4023 English Language Learning 3 EDUC 4413 Technology in the Classroom 3 EDUC 4663 Student Teaching Seminar 3 EDUC 4739 Student Teaching 9 ELED 3403 Foundations of Reading 3 ELED 3804 Inquiry-Based Science and Math 4 ELED 3413 Reading Assessment and Instruction 3 ELED 3704 Language Arts and Social Studies Methods 4 ELED 4003 Intermediate Math Methods 3 ELED 4143 Creative Arts and Activities 3 ELED 4512 Classroom Management 2 ELED 4613 Elementary Curriculum Methods 3 ELED 4702 Children’s Literature 2 *Teacher certification programs are developed in accordance with Oklahoma State laws and, therefore, are subject to change. All elementary education majors are required to complete a total of 12 hours in each of the four content areas of social studies, language arts, sciences, and mathematics (the “4 by 12” combination). All candidates are expected to work closely with their faculty advisor in selecting courses to fulfill the 4 by 12 combination. In the Petree College of Arts and Sciences a single foreign language through the Intermediate II level is required for the B.A. degree.
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