The Associate of Arts degree in Education is designed to provide individuals who are interested in becoming teachers an opportunity to progress toward the bachelor’s degree while working to fulfill undergraduate requirements and completing introductory course work in the Teacher Preparation Program. Those who are currently paraprofessionals or are interested in becoming paraprofessionals will find the course work listed very beneficial in developing their professional skills and informing their practice.
General University Requirements
- Introduction to Active Learning (GS 13500) (4)
- Written Communication (LL 10100) (4)
- Speech Communication (4)
- Math Concepts (MT 21000) (3)
- Humanities (HI 20101 recommended) (4)
- Laboratory Science (SC 10000 recommended) (4)
- Social/Behavioral Science (PY 15000 recommended) (4)
- Ethical and Religious Values (4)
Major Requirements
- ED 21400 – Exploring the Learning Community (2) *
- (Satisfies Sophomore Seminar)
- ED 21500 – Classroom Leadership and Management (2) *
- ED 24100 – Teaching Methods: Creative Expression (4) *
- ED 31400 – Differentiated Instruction – Response to Instruction (4) *
- ED 36300 – Computers and Technology for Teachers (4) *
- PY 21500 – Lifespan Human Development (3-4) * or
