The Department of Curriculum and Instruction offers programs that prepare candidates for initial teacher licensure in Elementary Education (K-6). The B.S.E. degree in Childhood Education is not an initial teacher licensure program but instead leads to the Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.), which is the initial teacher licensure preparation program. Information about the M.A.T. degree program can be found in the University of Arkansas Graduate Catalog. on the Elementary Education page or the Teacher Education page.
Students majoring in Childhood Education must choose from among four concentrations:
- English as a Second Language Concentration
- Gifted and Talented Concentration
- Reading Concentration
- Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Concentration
Requirements for B.S.E. in Childhood Education with EASL Concentration
Admission to the B.S.E. in Childhood Education is competitive and consists of a three-stage process; simply meeting the minimum requirements will not guarantee admission to the program. Admission will be determined by the Childhood Education faculty based on the seven items listed below in Stage II.
Stage I: Pre-Elementary Education (PELED)
Complete 63 hours of program pre-requisites for the Childhood Education B.S. or the Elementary Education B.S.:
- Obtain a GPA of 3.0 or better on UA coursework.
- †Complete all program courses with a “C” or better.
- Obtain a passing score on the Math, Reading, and Writing sections of the Praxis Core or ACT.
- Complete a background check.
Stage II: Admission to the Childhood Education Program (CHED)
Admission to the Childhood Education Program is competitive; not all applicants meeting the minimum requirements will be admitted to the program. Applications to the Childhood Education (CHED) program must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. Central Jan. 30.
The application process includes:
- Submission of the application to teacher education (see the Teacher Education Application Fee) through the university-wide Teacher Education Office.
- Submission of Childhood Education application.
- Submission of transcripts for all coursework.
- Oral Interview with Childhood Education faculty.
- Submission of passing score on Math, Reading, and Writing sections of the Praxis Core Exam.
- Current background check.
Stage III: Requirements for Program Continuation
- Declaration of endorsement area of ESL, GT, Reading, or STEM.
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better.
- Passing score on Praxis II, Elementary Education: Multiple Subjects.
- All non-methods math, science, social studies and English Language Arts courses must be completed prior to senior year.
†All program courses must have a grade of “C” or better. No teaching methods courses may be taken as self-paced (correspondence) courses.
For licensure, students must continue in the Master of Arts in Teaching program, which has limited enrollment. Find out more about the M.A.T. Program in the Graduate Catalog.
Childhood Education Requirements
Students in the Childhood Education program must choose one of four concentrations: English as a Second Language Concentration, a Gifted and Talented Concentration, a Reading Concentration, or a STEM Concentration.
Dismissal based on Unethical or Unprofessional Behaviors from Childhood Education B.S.E. program
The University of Arkansas’ teacher preparation programs adhere to the Code of Ethics of the Education Profession as established by the National Education Association as described in NEA Code of Ethics, Arkansas Division of Elementary and Secondary Education Code of Ethics, as well as discipline specific codes of ethics and standards found in program handbooks. Violation of these principles may result in probation, suspension, or dismissal of the internship as described:
- Any incident of ethical misconduct or concern will be documented by the faculty member(s), discussed directly with the student and their mentor, and referred to the program’s coordinator or supervising faculty. It may also be reported to the Teacher Candidate Professional Review Committee.
- The Teacher Candidate Professional Review Committee evaluates the concerns and recommends a course of action, which may range from a zero score on the academic and/or internship work, a failing grade for the course, probation, up to dismissal from a teacher education program.
- Any candidate may be suspended by a Teacher Education Program Coordinator for extreme, unforeseen circumstances such as endangerment of students or others, disruption of schools or classes, felonious behaviors, or ethical violations (i.e. Arkansas Code of Ethics, Code of Student Life). Such suspensions will be referred to the Teacher Candidate Professional Review Committee for review and may become permanent.
The Program Coordinator, in consultation with the Teacher Education Professional Review Committee and the Dean's Office for Academic and Student Affairs in the College of Education and Health Professions, has the authority and responsibility to dismiss a student from the teacher education program for unethical or unprofessional behavior and/or not recommend the student for licensure.
More detailed guidelines about the policies, supports, and other requirements are provided in the program’s handbook, as well as on the Office of Teacher Education website.
Students who have been dismissed on the basis of unethical or unprofessional conduct may appeal the decision following the procedures outlined under the Student Grievances and Appeals section of the Undergraduate Catalog of Studies.
EASL Concentration (EASL)
| Pre-Elementary Education (PELED) requirements † | ||
| State Minimum Core | 35 | |
The following are specifically required for CHED program | ||
| Composition I (ACTS Equivalency = ENGL 1013) | ||
| Composition II (ACTS Equivalency = ENGL 1023) | ||
| College Algebra (ACTS Equivalency = MATH 1103) | ||
or MATH 1313 | Quantitative Reasoning (ACTS Equivalency = MATH 1113) | |
| Principles of Biology (ACTS Equivalency = BIOL 1014 Lecture) and Principles of Biology Laboratory (ACTS Equivalency = BIOL 1014 Lab) | ||
or BIOL 1524 | Biological Principles (ACTS Equivalency = BIOL 1004 Lecture) | |
| History of the American People to 1877 (ACTS Equivalency = HIST 2113) | ||
or HIST 2013 | History of the American People, 1877 to Present (ACTS Equivalency = HIST 2123) | |
| Physical Geology (ACTS Equivalency = GEOL 1114 Lecture) and Physical Geology Laboratory (ACTS Equivalency = GEOL 1114 Lab) | ||
| Human Geography (ACTS Equivalency = GEOG 1113) | ||
or ANTH 1023 | Introduction to Cultural Anthropology (ACTS Equivalency = ANTH 2013) | |
| Institutions and Ideas of World Civilizations I (ACTS Equivalency = HIST 1113) | ||
or HIST 1123 | Institutions and Ideas of World Civilizations II (ACTS Equivalency = HIST 1123) | |
| Basic Course in the Arts: Art Lecture (ACTS Equivalency = ARTA 1003) | ||
or MLIT 1003 | Experiencing Music (ACTS Equivalency = MUSC 1003) | |
or THTR 1003 | Theatre Appreciation (ACTS Equivalency = DRAM 1003) | |
| American National Government (ACTS Equivalency = PLSC 2003) | ||
| World Literature: Beginnings to 1650 CE (ACTS Equivalency = ENGL 2113) | ||
or WLIT 1123 | World Literature: 1650CE to Present (ACTS Equivalency = ENGL 2123) | |
| Additional PELED requirements | 28 | |
| Introduction to Education | ||
| Public Speaking (ACTS Equivalency = SPCH 1003) | ||
or COMM 2323 | Interpersonal Communication | |
| Media, Community and Citizenship | ||
or PHIL 2003 | Introduction to Philosophy (ACTS Equivalency = PHIL 1103) | |
or PHIL 2103 | Introduction to Ethics (ACTS Equivalency = PHIL 1003) | |
or PHIL 2203 | Logic (ACTS Equivalency = PHIL 1003) | |
or PHIL 3103 | Ethics and the Professions | |
or PSYC 2003 | General Psychology (ACTS Equivalency = PSYC 1103) | |
| Arkansas and the Southwest (or any 3 hr Arkansas history course) | ||
| Survey of Mathematical Structures I | ||
| Survey of Mathematical Structures II | ||
| Physics for Elementary Education Majors | ||
| Survey of the Universe (ACTS Equivalency = PHSC 1204 Lecture) | ||
or STEM 4104 | Astronomy for Educators | |
| Earth Science (ACTS Equivalency = GEOL 1124 Lecture) | ||
| Introduction to Technology in Education | ||
| Development and Learning Theories in the K-6 Classroom † | ||
| Childhood Education major requirements | 48 | |
To be completed following admission to CHED program: | ||
6 hrs. General Elective | ||
| Advanced Composition | ||
| Economics for Elementary Teachers | ||
or ECON 2143 | Basic Economics: Theory and Practice | |
| Principles of Statistics (ACTS Equivalency = MATH 2103) | ||
| Foundations of Language and Literacy | ||
| Survey of Exceptionalities † | ||
| The Emerging Adolescent † | ||
| Emergent Literacy † | ||
| Mathematics Methods in the K-6 Classroom † | ||
| Integrated Social Studies for the K-6 Classroom † | ||
| Teaching Science in the Elementary Grades † | ||
| Developmental Literacy † | ||
| Classroom Management in the Elementary Grades † | ||
| Instruction and Assessment of Writing † | ||
| Reading Comprehension Through Children's and Adolescent Literature † | ||
| EASL Concentration requirements | 12 | |
General Elective | ||
| Introduction to STEM Education † | ||
| Understanding Cultures in the Classroom | ||
| Acquiring a Second Language | ||
| Total Hours | 123 | |
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Must have a grade of 'C' or better to award degree credit
Childhood Education B.S.E. (EASL concentration)
Eight-Semester Plan
Because this program requires admission to progress, it does not qualify for the university's Eight-Semester Degree Program; however, students who qualify to finish a degree in four years can follow the suggested order of classes below.
| First Year | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Spring | |
| ENGL 1013 Composition I (ACTS Equivalency = ENGL 1013) (Satisfies General Education Outcome 1.1)1 | 3 | |
| MATH 1203 College Algebra (ACTS Equivalency = MATH 1103) (or higher) (Satisfies General Education Outcome 2.1)1 or MATH 1313 Quantitative Reasoning (ACTS Equivalency = MATH 1113) | 3 | |
| Satisfies General Education Outcome 3.4:1 | ||
| BIOL 1543 Principles of Biology (ACTS Equivalency = BIOL 1014 Lecture) & BIOL 1541L Principles of Biology Laboratory (ACTS Equivalency = BIOL 1014 Lab) or BIOL 1524 Biological Principles (ACTS Equivalency = BIOL 1004 Lecture) | 4 | |
| CIED 1013 Introduction to Education | 3 | |
| Choose one of the following:1 | 3 | |
COMM 1233 Media, Community and Citizenship (Satisfies General Education Outcome 3.2) | ||
PHIL 2003 Introduction to Philosophy (ACTS Equivalency = PHIL 1103) (Satisfies General Education Outcome 3.2) | ||
PHIL 2103 Introduction to Ethics (ACTS Equivalency = PHIL 1003) (Satisfies General Education Outcome 3.2) | ||
PHIL 2203 Logic (ACTS Equivalency = PHIL 1003) | ||
PHIL 3103 Ethics and the Professions | ||
PSYC 2003 General Psychology (ACTS Equivalency = PSYC 1103) | ||
| ENGL 1023 Composition II (ACTS Equivalency = ENGL 1023) (Satisfies General Education Outcome 1.1)1 | 3 | |
| HIST 2003 History of the American People to 1877 (ACTS Equivalency = HIST 2113) (Satisfies General Education Outcomes 3.3 and 4.2)1 or HIST 2013 History of the American People, 1877 to Present (ACTS Equivalency = HIST 2123) | 3 | |
| Satisfies General Education Outcome 4.1:1 | ||
| HIST 1113 Institutions and Ideas of World Civilizations I (ACTS Equivalency = HIST 1113) or HIST 1123 Institutions and Ideas of World Civilizations II (ACTS Equivalency = HIST 1123) | 3 | |
| Satisfies General Education Outcome 3.4:1 | ||
| GEOS 1113 Physical Geology (ACTS Equivalency = GEOL 1114 Lecture) & GEOS 1111L Physical Geology Laboratory (ACTS Equivalency = GEOL 1114 Lab) | 4 | |
| MATH 2213 Survey of Mathematical Structures I | 3 | |
| Year Total: | 16 | 16 |
| Second Year | Units | |
| Fall | Spring | |
| Satisfies General Education Outcome 3.1:1 | ||
| ARHS 1003 Basic Course in the Arts: Art Lecture (ACTS Equivalency = ARTA 1003) or MLIT 1003 Experiencing Music (ACTS Equivalency = MUSC 1003) or THTR 1003 Theatre Appreciation (ACTS Equivalency = DRAM 1003) | 3 | |
| MATH 2223 Survey of Mathematical Structures II | 3 | |
| PLSC 2003 American National Government (ACTS Equivalency = PLSC 2003) | 3 | |
| GEOS 1123 Human Geography (ACTS Equivalency = GEOG 1113) or ANTH 1023 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology (ACTS Equivalency = ANTH 2013) | 3 | |
| COMM 1313 Public Speaking (ACTS Equivalency = SPCH 1003) (Satisfies General Education Outcomes 1.2 and 5.1)1 | 3 | |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
HIST 3383 Arkansas and the Southwest | ||
Any 3-hour Arkansas History course | ||
| PHYS 1034 Physics for Elementary Education Majors or GEOS 1133/1131L Earth Science (ACTS Equivalency = GEOL 1124 Lecture) or ASTR 2003/2001L Survey of the Universe (ACTS Equivalency = PHSC 1204 Lecture) or STEM 4104 Astronomy for Educators | 4 | |
| CIED 1003 Introduction to Technology in Education | 3 | |
| WLIT 1113 World Literature: Beginnings to 1650 CE (ACTS Equivalency = ENGL 2113) or WLIT 1123 World Literature: 1650CE to Present (ACTS Equivalency = ENGL 2123) | 3 | |
| CIED 3013 Development and Learning Theories in the K-6 Classroom | 3 | |
| Year Total: | 15 | 16 |
| Third Year | Units | |
| Fall | Spring | |
| CIED 2943 Foundations of Language and Literacy | 3 | |
| CIED 3113 Emergent Literacy | 3 | |
| STAT 2303 Principles of Statistics (ACTS Equivalency = MATH 2103) | 3 | |
| ENGL 2003 Advanced Composition | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| CIED 3453 Developmental Literacy | 3 | |
| CIED 3123 Mathematics Methods in the K-6 Classroom | 3 | |
| CIED 3023 Survey of Exceptionalities | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| ECON 3053 Economics for Elementary Teachers or ECON 2143 Basic Economics: Theory and Practice | 3 | |
| Year Total: | 15 | 15 |
| Fourth Year | Units | |
| Fall | Spring | |
| STEM 3143 Teaching Science in the Elementary Grades | 3 | |
| CIED 4183 Instruction and Assessment of Writing | 3 | |
| CIED 3053 The Emerging Adolescent | 3 | |
| CIED 3133 Integrated Social Studies for the K-6 Classroom | 3 | |
| CIED 4403 Understanding Cultures in the Classroom | 3 | |
| CIED 4153 Classroom Management in the Elementary Grades | 3 | |
| CIED 4533 Reading Comprehension Through Children's and Adolescent Literature (Satisfies General Education Outcome 6.1)1 | 3 | |
| CIED 4413 Acquiring a Second Language | 3 | |
| STEM 4033 Introduction to STEM Education | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Year Total: | 15 | 15 |
| Total Units in Sequence: | 123 | |
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Students must complete the State Minimum Core requirements as outlined in the Catalog of Studies. The courses that meet the state minimum core also fulfill many of the university's General Education requirements, although there are additional considerations to satisfy the general education learning outcomes. Students are encouraged to consult with their academic adviser when making course selections.
Requirements for B.S.E. in Childhood Education with Gifted and Talented Concentration
Admission to the B.S.E. in Childhood Education is competitive and consists of a three-stage process; simply meeting the minimum requirements will not guarantee admission to the program. Admission will be determined by the Childhood Education faculty based on the seven items listed below in Stage II.
Stage I: Pre-Elementary Education (PELED)
Complete 63 hours of program pre-requisites for the Childhood Education B.S. or the Elementary Education B.S.:
- Obtain a GPA of 3.0 or better on UA coursework.
- †Complete all program courses with a “C” or better.
- Obtain a passing score on the Math, Reading, and Writing sections of the Praxis Core or ACT.
- Complete a background check.
Stage II: Admission to the Childhood Education Program (CHED)
Admission to the Childhood Education Program is competitive; not all applicants meeting the minimum requirements will be admitted to the program. Applications to the Childhood Education (CHED) program must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. Central Jan. 30.
The application process includes:
- Submission of the application to teacher education (see the Teacher Education Application Fee) through the university-wide Teacher Education Office.
- Submission of Childhood Education application.
- Submission of transcripts for all coursework.
- Oral Interview with Childhood Education faculty.
- Submission of passing score on Math, Reading, and Writing sections of the Praxis Core Exam.
- Current background check.
Stage III: Requirements for Program Continuation
- Declaration of endorsement area of ESL, GT, Reading, or STEM.
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better.
- Passing score on Praxis II, Elementary Education: Multiple Subjects.
- All non-methods math, science, social studies and English Language Arts courses must be completed prior to senior year.
†All program courses must have a grade of “C” or better. No teaching methods courses may be taken as self-paced (correspondence) courses.
For licensure, students must continue in the Master of Arts in Teaching program, which has limited enrollment. Find out more about the M.A.T. Program in the Graduate Catalog.
Childhood Education Requirements
Students in the Childhood Education program must choose one of four concentrations: English as a Second Language Concentration, a Gifted and Talented Concentration, a Reading Concentration, or a STEM Concentration.
Dismissal based on Unethical or Unprofessional Behaviors from Childhood Education B.S.E. program
The University of Arkansas’ teacher preparation programs adhere to the Code of Ethics of the Education Profession as established by the National Education Association as described in NEA Code of Ethics, Arkansas Division of Elementary and Secondary Education Code of Ethics, as well as discipline specific codes of ethics and standards found in program handbooks. Violation of these principles may result in probation, suspension, or dismissal of the internship as described:
- Any incident of ethical misconduct or concern will be documented by the faculty member(s), discussed directly with the student and their mentor, and referred to the program’s coordinator or supervising faculty. It may also be reported to the Teacher Candidate Professional Review Committee.
- The Teacher Candidate Professional Review Committee evaluates the concerns and recommends a course of action, which may range from a zero score on the academic and/or internship work, a failing grade for the course, probation, up to dismissal from a teacher education program.
- Any candidate may be suspended by a Teacher Education Program Coordinator for extreme, unforeseen circumstances such as endangerment of students or others, disruption of schools or classes, felonious behaviors, or ethical violations (i.e. Arkansas Code of Ethics, Code of Student Life). Such suspensions will be referred to the Teacher Candidate Professional Review Committee for review and may become permanent.
The Program Coordinator, in consultation with the Teacher Education Professional Review Committee and the Dean's Office for Academic and Student Affairs in the College of Education and Health Professions, has the authority and responsibility to dismiss a student from the teacher education program for unethical or unprofessional behavior and/or not recommend the student for licensure.
More detailed guidelines about the policies, supports, and other requirements are provided in the program’s handbook, as well as on the Office of Teacher Education website.
Students who have been dismissed on the basis of unethical or unprofessional conduct may appeal the decision following the procedures outlined under the Student Grievances and Appeals section of the Undergraduate Catalog of Studies.
Gifted and Talented Concentration
| Pre-Elementary Education (PELED) requirements † | ||
| State Minimum Core | 35 | |
Specifically required for CHED program | ||
| Composition I (ACTS Equivalency = ENGL 1013) | ||
| Composition II (ACTS Equivalency = ENGL 1023) | ||
| College Algebra (ACTS Equivalency = MATH 1103) | ||
or MATH 1313 | Quantitative Reasoning (ACTS Equivalency = MATH 1113) | |
| Principles of Biology (ACTS Equivalency = BIOL 1014 Lecture) and Principles of Biology Laboratory (ACTS Equivalency = BIOL 1014 Lab) | ||
or BIOL 1524 | Biological Principles (ACTS Equivalency = BIOL 1004 Lecture) | |
| Physical Geology (ACTS Equivalency = GEOL 1114 Lecture) and Physical Geology Laboratory (ACTS Equivalency = GEOL 1114 Lab) | ||
| History of the American People to 1877 (ACTS Equivalency = HIST 2113) | ||
or HIST 2013 | History of the American People, 1877 to Present (ACTS Equivalency = HIST 2123) | |
| Human Geography (ACTS Equivalency = GEOG 1113) | ||
or ANTH 1023 | Introduction to Cultural Anthropology (ACTS Equivalency = ANTH 2013) | |
| Institutions and Ideas of World Civilizations I (ACTS Equivalency = HIST 1113) | ||
or HIST 1123 | Institutions and Ideas of World Civilizations II (ACTS Equivalency = HIST 1123) | |
| Basic Course in the Arts: Art Lecture (ACTS Equivalency = ARTA 1003) | ||
or MLIT 1003 | Experiencing Music (ACTS Equivalency = MUSC 1003) | |
or THTR 1003 | Theatre Appreciation (ACTS Equivalency = DRAM 1003) | |
| American National Government (ACTS Equivalency = PLSC 2003) | ||
| World Literature: Beginnings to 1650 CE (ACTS Equivalency = ENGL 2113) | ||
or WLIT 1123 | World Literature: 1650CE to Present (ACTS Equivalency = ENGL 2123) | |
| Additional PELED requirements | 28 | |
| Introduction to Technology in Education | ||
| Introduction to Education | ||
| Public Speaking (ACTS Equivalency = SPCH 1003) | ||
or COMM 2323 | Interpersonal Communication | |
| Media, Community and Citizenship | ||
or PHIL 2003 | Introduction to Philosophy (ACTS Equivalency = PHIL 1103) | |
or PHIL 2103 | Introduction to Ethics (ACTS Equivalency = PHIL 1003) | |
or PHIL 2203 | Logic (ACTS Equivalency = PHIL 1003) | |
or PHIL 3103 | Ethics and the Professions | |
or PSYC 2003 | General Psychology (ACTS Equivalency = PSYC 1103) | |
| Arkansas and the Southwest (or any 3 hr Arkansas history course) | ||
| Survey of Mathematical Structures I | ||
| Survey of Mathematical Structures II | ||
| Physics for Elementary Education Majors | ||
| Earth Science (ACTS Equivalency = GEOL 1124 Lecture) | ||
| Survey of the Universe (ACTS Equivalency = PHSC 1204 Lecture) | ||
or STEM 4104 | Astronomy for Educators | |
| Development and Learning Theories in the K-6 Classroom † | ||
| Childhood Education major requirements | 48 | |
To be completed following admission to CHED program: | ||
6 hours Elective | ||
| Advanced Composition | ||
| Economics for Elementary Teachers | ||
or ECON 2143 | Basic Economics: Theory and Practice | |
| Principles of Statistics (ACTS Equivalency = MATH 2103) | ||
| Foundations of Language and Literacy | ||
| Survey of Exceptionalities † | ||
| The Emerging Adolescent † | ||
| Emergent Literacy † | ||
| Mathematics Methods in the K-6 Classroom † | ||
| Integrated Social Studies for the K-6 Classroom † | ||
| Teaching Science in the Elementary Grades † | ||
| Developmental Literacy † | ||
| Classroom Management in the Elementary Grades † | ||
| Instruction and Assessment of Writing † | ||
| Reading Comprehension Through Children's and Adolescent Literature † | ||
| GATE Concentration requirements | 12 | |
6 hours Adviser Approved GT Courses † | ||
| Teaching English as a Second Language † | ||
| Introduction to STEM Education † | ||
| Total Hours | 123 | |
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Must have a grade of 'C' or better to award degree credit
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Or any 3-hour Arkansas History course
Childhood Education B.S.E. with Gifted and Talented Education Concentration
Eight-Semester Degree Program
All coursework must be passed with a "C" or better to award degree credit.
Childhood Education B.S.E. with Gifted and Talented Concentration
Eight-Semester Plan
Because this program requires admission to progress, it does not qualify for the university's Eight-Semester Degree Program; however, students who qualify to finish a degree in four years can follow the suggested order of classes below.
| First Year | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Spring | |
| ENGL 1013 Composition I (ACTS Equivalency = ENGL 1013) (Satisfies General Education Outcome 1.1)1 | 3 | |
| MATH 1203 College Algebra (ACTS Equivalency = MATH 1103) (Satisfies General Education Outcome 2.1)1 or MATH 1313 Quantitative Reasoning (ACTS Equivalency = MATH 1113) | 3 | |
| Satisfies General Education Outcome 3.4:1 | ||
| BIOL 1543 Principles of Biology (ACTS Equivalency = BIOL 1014 Lecture) & BIOL 1541L Principles of Biology Laboratory (ACTS Equivalency = BIOL 1014 Lab) or BIOL 1524 Biological Principles (ACTS Equivalency = BIOL 1004 Lecture) | 4 | |
| CIED 1013 Introduction to Education | 3 | |
| Choose one of the following:1 | 3 | |
COMM 1233 Media, Community and Citizenship (Satisfies General Education Outcome 3.2) | ||
PHIL 2003 Introduction to Philosophy (ACTS Equivalency = PHIL 1103) (Satisfies General Education Outcome 3.2) | ||
PHIL 2103 Introduction to Ethics (ACTS Equivalency = PHIL 1003) (Satisfies General Education Outcome 3.2) | ||
PHIL 2203 Logic (ACTS Equivalency = PHIL 1003) (Satisfies General Education Outcome 5.1) | ||
PHIL 3103 Ethics and the Professions (Satisfies General Education Outcome 5.1) | ||
PSYC 2003 General Psychology (ACTS Equivalency = PSYC 1103) | ||
| ENGL 1023 Composition II (ACTS Equivalency = ENGL 1023) (Satisfies General Education Outcome 1.1)1 | 3 | |
| HIST 2003 History of the American People to 1877 (ACTS Equivalency = HIST 2113) (Satisfies General Education Outcomes 3.2, 3.3, and 4.2)1 or HIST 2013 History of the American People, 1877 to Present (ACTS Equivalency = HIST 2123) | 3 | |
| Satisfies General Education Outcomes 3.2, 3.3, and 4.1:1 | ||
| HIST 1113 Institutions and Ideas of World Civilizations I (ACTS Equivalency = HIST 1113) or HIST 1123 Institutions and Ideas of World Civilizations II (ACTS Equivalency = HIST 1123) | 3 | |
| Satisfies General Education Outcome 3.4:1 | ||
| GEOS 1113 Physical Geology (ACTS Equivalency = GEOL 1114 Lecture) & GEOS 1111L Physical Geology Laboratory (ACTS Equivalency = GEOL 1114 Lab) | 4 | |
| MATH 2213 Survey of Mathematical Structures I | 3 | |
| Year Total: | 16 | 16 |
| Second Year | Units | |
| Fall | Spring | |
| Satisfies General Education Outcome 3.1:1 | ||
| ARHS 1003 Basic Course in the Arts: Art Lecture (ACTS Equivalency = ARTA 1003) or MLIT 1003 Experiencing Music (ACTS Equivalency = MUSC 1003) or THTR 1003 Theatre Appreciation (ACTS Equivalency = DRAM 1003) | 3 | |
| MATH 2223 Survey of Mathematical Structures II | 3 | |
| PLSC 2003 American National Government (ACTS Equivalency = PLSC 2003) (Satisfies General Education Outcomes 3.3 and 4.2)1 | 3 | |
| GEOS 1123 Human Geography (ACTS Equivalency = GEOG 1113) or ANTH 1023 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology (ACTS Equivalency = ANTH 2013) | 3 | |
| COMM 1313 Public Speaking (ACTS Equivalency = SPCH 1003) (Satisfies General Education Outcomes 1.2 and 5.1)1 | 3 | |
or COMM 2323 Interpersonal Communication | ||
| Select one of the following: | ||
| HIST 3383 Arkansas and the Southwest | 3 | |
| Any 3-hour Arkansas History course | ||
| PHYS 1034 Physics for Elementary Education Majors or GEOS 1133/1131L Earth Science (ACTS Equivalency = GEOL 1124 Lecture) or ASTR 2003/2001L Survey of the Universe (ACTS Equivalency = PHSC 1204 Lecture) or STEM 4104 Astronomy for Educators | 4 | |
| CIED 1003 Introduction to Technology in Education | 3 | |
| WLIT 1113 World Literature: Beginnings to 1650 CE (ACTS Equivalency = ENGL 2113) or WLIT 1123 World Literature: 1650CE to Present (ACTS Equivalency = ENGL 2123) | 3 | |
| CIED 3013 Development and Learning Theories in the K-6 Classroom | 3 | |
| Year Total: | 15 | 16 |
| Third Year | Units | |
| Fall | Spring | |
| CIED 2943 Foundations of Language and Literacy | 3 | |
| CIED 3113 Emergent Literacy | 3 | |
| STAT 2303 Principles of Statistics (ACTS Equivalency = MATH 2103) | 3 | |
| ENGL 2003 Advanced Composition | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| CIED 3453 Developmental Literacy | 3 | |
| CIED 3123 Mathematics Methods in the K-6 Classroom | 3 | |
| CIED 3023 Survey of Exceptionalities | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| ECON 3053 Economics for Elementary Teachers or ECON 2143 Basic Economics: Theory and Practice | 3 | |
| Year Total: | 15 | 15 |
| Fourth Year | Units | |
| Fall | Spring | |
| STEM 3143 Teaching Science in the Elementary Grades | 3 | |
| CIED 4183 Instruction and Assessment of Writing | 3 | |
| CIED 3053 The Emerging Adolescent | 3 | |
| CIED 3133 Integrated Social Studies for the K-6 Classroom | 3 | |
| Approved GT course | 3 | |
| CIED 4153 Classroom Management in the Elementary Grades | 3 | |
| CIED 4533 Reading Comprehension Through Children's and Adolescent Literature (Satisfies General Education Outcome 6.1)1 | 3 | |
| STEM 4033 Introduction to STEM Education | 3 | |
| CIED 4423 Teaching English as a Second Language | 3 | |
| Approved GT course | 3 | |
| Year Total: | 15 | 15 |
| Total Units in Sequence: | 123 | |
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Students must complete the State Minimum Core requirements as outlined in the Catalog of Studies. The courses that meet the state minimum core also fulfill many of the university's General Education requirements, although there are additional considerations to satisfy the general education learning outcomes. Students are encouraged to consult with their academic adviser when making course selections.
Requirements for B.S.E. in Childhood Education with Reading Concentration
Admission to the B.S.E. in Childhood Education is competitive and consists of a three-stage process; simply meeting the minimum requirements will not guarantee admission to the program. Admission will be determined by the Childhood Education faculty based on the seven items listed below in Stage II.
Stage I: Pre-Elementary Education (PELED)
Complete 63 hours of program pre-requisites for the Childhood Education B.S. or the Elementary Education B.S.:
- Obtain a GPA of 3.0 or better on UA coursework.
- †Complete all program courses with a “C” or better.
- Obtain a passing score on the Math, Reading, and Writing sections of the Praxis Core or ACT.
- Complete a background check.
Stage II: Admission to the Childhood Education Program (CHED)
Admission to the Childhood Education Program is competitive; not all applicants meeting the minimum requirements will be admitted to the program. Applications to the Childhood Education (CHED) program must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. Central Jan. 30.
The application process includes:
- Submission of the application to teacher education (see the Teacher Education Application Fee) through the university-wide Teacher Education Office.
- Submission of Childhood Education application.
- Submission of transcripts for all coursework.
- Oral Interview with Childhood Education faculty.
- Submission of passing score on Math, Reading, and Writing sections of the Praxis Core Exam.
- Current background check.
Stage III: Requirements for Program Continuation
- Declaration of endorsement area of ESL, GT, Reading, or STEM.
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better.
- Passing score on Praxis II, Elementary Education: Multiple Subjects.
- All non-methods math, science, social studies and English Language Arts courses must be completed prior to senior year.
†All program courses must have a grade of “C” or better. No teaching methods courses may be taken as self-paced (correspondence) courses.
For licensure, students must continue in the Master of Arts in Teaching program, which has limited enrollment. Find out more about the M.A.T. Program in the Graduate Catalog.
Childhood Education Requirements
Students in the Childhood Education program must choose one of four concentrations: English as a Second Language Concentration, a Gifted and Talented Concentration, a Reading Concentration, or a STEM Concentration.
Dismissal based on Unethical or Unprofessional Behaviors from Childhood Education B.S.E. program
The University of Arkansas’ teacher preparation programs adhere to the Code of Ethics of the Education Profession as established by the National Education Association as described in NEA Code of Ethics, Arkansas Division of Elementary and Secondary Education Code of Ethics, as well as discipline specific codes of ethics and standards found in program handbooks. Violation of these principles may result in probation, suspension, or dismissal of the internship as described:
- Any incident of ethical misconduct or concern will be documented by the faculty member(s), discussed directly with the student and their mentor, and referred to the program’s coordinator or supervising faculty. It may also be reported to the Teacher Candidate Professional Review Committee.
- The Teacher Candidate Professional Review Committee evaluates the concerns and recommends a course of action, which may range from a zero score on the academic and/or internship work, a failing grade for the course, probation, up to dismissal from a teacher education program.
- Any candidate may be suspended by a Teacher Education Program Coordinator for extreme, unforeseen circumstances such as endangerment of students or others, disruption of schools or classes, felonious behaviors, or ethical violations (i.e. Arkansas Code of Ethics, Code of Student Life). Such suspensions will be referred to the Teacher Candidate Professional Review Committee for review and may become permanent.
The Program Coordinator, in consultation with the Teacher Education Professional Review Committee and the Dean's Office for Academic and Student Affairs in the College of Education and Health Professions, has the authority and responsibility to dismiss a student from the teacher education program for unethical or unprofessional behavior and/or not recommend the student for licensure.
More detailed guidelines about the policies, supports, and other requirements are provided in the program’s handbook, as well as on the Office of Teacher Education website.
Students who have been dismissed on the basis of unethical or unprofessional conduct may appeal the decision following the procedures outlined under the Student Grievances and Appeals section of the Undergraduate Catalog of Studies.
Reading Concentration
| Pre-Elementary Education (PELED) requirements † | ||
| State Minimum Core | 35 | |
Specifically required for CHED program | ||
| Composition I (ACTS Equivalency = ENGL 1013) | ||
| Composition II (ACTS Equivalency = ENGL 1023) | ||
| College Algebra (ACTS Equivalency = MATH 1103) | ||
or MATH 1313 | Quantitative Reasoning (ACTS Equivalency = MATH 1113) | |
| Principles of Biology (ACTS Equivalency = BIOL 1014 Lecture) and Principles of Biology Laboratory (ACTS Equivalency = BIOL 1014 Lab) | ||
or BIOL 1524 | Biological Principles (ACTS Equivalency = BIOL 1004 Lecture) | |
| Physical Geology (ACTS Equivalency = GEOL 1114 Lecture) and Physical Geology Laboratory (ACTS Equivalency = GEOL 1114 Lab) | ||
| History of the American People to 1877 (ACTS Equivalency = HIST 2113) | ||
or HIST 2013 | History of the American People, 1877 to Present (ACTS Equivalency = HIST 2123) | |
| Human Geography (ACTS Equivalency = GEOG 1113) | ||
or ANTH 1023 | Introduction to Cultural Anthropology (ACTS Equivalency = ANTH 2013) | |
| Institutions and Ideas of World Civilizations I (ACTS Equivalency = HIST 1113) | ||
or HIST 1123 | Institutions and Ideas of World Civilizations II (ACTS Equivalency = HIST 1123) | |
| Basic Course in the Arts: Art Lecture (ACTS Equivalency = ARTA 1003) | ||
or MLIT 1003 | Experiencing Music (ACTS Equivalency = MUSC 1003) | |
or THTR 1003 | Theatre Appreciation (ACTS Equivalency = DRAM 1003) | |
| American National Government (ACTS Equivalency = PLSC 2003) | ||
| World Literature: Beginnings to 1650 CE (ACTS Equivalency = ENGL 2113) | ||
or WLIT 1123 | World Literature: 1650CE to Present (ACTS Equivalency = ENGL 2123) | |
| Additional PELED requirements | 28 | |
| Introduction to Technology in Education | ||
| Introduction to Education | ||
| Public Speaking (ACTS Equivalency = SPCH 1003) | ||
or COMM 2323 | Interpersonal Communication | |
| Media, Community and Citizenship | ||
or PHIL 2003 | Introduction to Philosophy (ACTS Equivalency = PHIL 1103) | |
or PHIL 2103 | Introduction to Ethics (ACTS Equivalency = PHIL 1003) | |
or PHIL 2203 | Logic (ACTS Equivalency = PHIL 1003) | |
or PHIL 3103 | Ethics and the Professions | |
or PSYC 2003 | General Psychology (ACTS Equivalency = PSYC 1103) | |
| Arkansas and the Southwest (or any 3hr Arkansas history course) | ||
| Survey of Mathematical Structures I | ||
| Survey of Mathematical Structures II | ||
| Physics for Elementary Education Majors | ||
| Earth Science (ACTS Equivalency = GEOL 1124 Lecture) | ||
| Survey of the Universe (ACTS Equivalency = PHSC 1204 Lecture) | ||
or STEM 4104 | Astronomy for Educators | |
| Development and Learning Theories in the K-6 Classroom | ||
| Childhood Education major requirements | 48 | |
To be completed following admission to CHED program: | ||
6 hours Elective | ||
| Advanced Composition | ||
| Economics for Elementary Teachers | ||
or ECON 2143 | Basic Economics: Theory and Practice | |
| Principles of Statistics (ACTS Equivalency = MATH 2103) | ||
| Foundations of Language and Literacy † | ||
| Survey of Exceptionalities † | ||
| The Emerging Adolescent † | ||
| Emergent Literacy † | ||
| Mathematics Methods in the K-6 Classroom † | ||
| Integrated Social Studies for the K-6 Classroom † | ||
| Teaching Science in the Elementary Grades † | ||
| Developmental Literacy | ||
| Classroom Management in the Elementary Grades † | ||
| Instruction and Assessment of Writing | ||
| Reading Comprehension Through Children's and Adolescent Literature | ||
| READ Concentration requirements | 12 | |
| Introduction to STEM Education | ||
| Introduction to Dyslexia: Literacy Development and Structure of Language | ||
| Teaching English as a Second Language † | ||
| Teaching Literacy Skills to Students with Disabilities | ||
| Total Hours | 123 | |
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Must have a grade of 'C' or better to award degree credit
Childhood Education B.S.E. with Reading Concentration
Eight-Semester Plan
Because this program requires admission to progress, it does not qualify for the university's Eight-Semester Degree Program; however, students who qualify to finish a degree in four years can follow the suggested order of classes below.
| First Year | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Spring | |
| ENGL 1013 Composition I (ACTS Equivalency = ENGL 1013) (Satisfies General Education Outcome 1.1)1 | 3 | |
| MATH 1203 College Algebra (ACTS Equivalency = MATH 1103) (Satisfies General Education Outcome 2.1)1 or MATH 1313 Quantitative Reasoning (ACTS Equivalency = MATH 1113) | 3 | |
| Satisfies General Education Outcome 3.4:1 | ||
| BIOL 1543 Principles of Biology (ACTS Equivalency = BIOL 1014 Lecture) & BIOL 1541L Principles of Biology Laboratory (ACTS Equivalency = BIOL 1014 Lab) or BIOL 1524 Biological Principles (ACTS Equivalency = BIOL 1004 Lecture) | 4 | |
| CIED 1013 Introduction to Education | 3 | |
| Choose one of the following:1 | 3 | |
COMM 1233 Media, Community and Citizenship (Satisfies General Education Outcome 3.2) | ||
PHIL 2003 Introduction to Philosophy (ACTS Equivalency = PHIL 1103) (Satisfies General Education Outcome 3.2) | ||
PHIL 2103 Introduction to Ethics (ACTS Equivalency = PHIL 1003) (Satisfies General Education Outcome 3.2) | ||
PHIL 2203 Logic (ACTS Equivalency = PHIL 1003) (Satisfies General Education Outcome 5.1) | ||
PHIL 3103 Ethics and the Professions (Satisfies General Education Outcome 5.1) | ||
PSYC 2003 General Psychology (ACTS Equivalency = PSYC 1103) | ||
| ENGL 1023 Composition II (ACTS Equivalency = ENGL 1023) (Satisfies General Education Outcome 1.1)1 | 3 | |
| HIST 2003 History of the American People to 1877 (ACTS Equivalency = HIST 2113) (Satisfies General Education Outcomes 3.2, 3.3, and 4.2)1 or HIST 2013 History of the American People, 1877 to Present (ACTS Equivalency = HIST 2123) | 3 | |
| Satisfies General Education Outcome 4.1:1 | ||
| HIST 1113 Institutions and Ideas of World Civilizations I (ACTS Equivalency = HIST 1113) or HIST 1123 Institutions and Ideas of World Civilizations II (ACTS Equivalency = HIST 1123) | 3 | |
| Satisfies General Education Outcome 3.4:1 | ||
| GEOS 1113 Physical Geology (ACTS Equivalency = GEOL 1114 Lecture) & GEOS 1111L Physical Geology Laboratory (ACTS Equivalency = GEOL 1114 Lab) | 4 | |
| MATH 2213 Survey of Mathematical Structures I | 3 | |
| Year Total: | 16 | 16 |
| Second Year | Units | |
| Fall | Spring | |
| Satisfies General Education Outcome 3.1:1 | ||
| ARHS 1003 Basic Course in the Arts: Art Lecture (ACTS Equivalency = ARTA 1003) or MLIT 1003 Experiencing Music (ACTS Equivalency = MUSC 1003) or THTR 1003 Theatre Appreciation (ACTS Equivalency = DRAM 1003) | 3 | |
| MATH 2213 Survey of Mathematical Structures I | 3 | |
| PLSC 2003 American National Government (ACTS Equivalency = PLSC 2003) | 3 | |
| GEOS 1123 Human Geography (ACTS Equivalency = GEOG 1113) or ANTH 1023 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology (ACTS Equivalency = ANTH 2013) | 3 | |
| COMM 1313 Public Speaking (ACTS Equivalency = SPCH 1003) (Satisfies General Education Outcomes 1.2 and 5.1)1 | 3 | |
or COMM 2323 Interpersonal Communication | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
HIST 3383 Arkansas and the Southwest | ||
Any 3-hour Arkansas History course | ||
| PHYS 1034 Physics for Elementary Education Majors or GEOS 1133/1131L Earth Science (ACTS Equivalency = GEOL 1124 Lecture) or ASTR 2003/2001L Survey of the Universe (ACTS Equivalency = PHSC 1204 Lecture) or STEM 4104 Astronomy for Educators | 4 | |
| CIED 1003 Introduction to Technology in Education | 3 | |
| WLIT 1113 World Literature: Beginnings to 1650 CE (ACTS Equivalency = ENGL 2113) or WLIT 1123 World Literature: 1650CE to Present (ACTS Equivalency = ENGL 2123) | 3 | |
| CIED 3013 Development and Learning Theories in the K-6 Classroom | 3 | |
| Year Total: | 15 | 16 |
| Third Year | Units | |
| Fall | Spring | |
| CIED 2943 Foundations of Language and Literacy | 3 | |
| CIED 3113 Emergent Literacy | 3 | |
| STAT 2303 Principles of Statistics (ACTS Equivalency = MATH 2103) | 3 | |
| ENGL 2003 Advanced Composition | 3 | |
| Electives | 3 | |
| CIED 3453 Developmental Literacy | 3 | |
| CIED 3123 Mathematics Methods in the K-6 Classroom | 3 | |
| CIED 3023 Survey of Exceptionalities | 3 | |
| Electives | 3 | |
| ECON 3053 Economics for Elementary Teachers or ECON 2143 Basic Economics: Theory and Practice | 3 | |
| Year Total: | 15 | 15 |
| Fourth Year | Units | |
| Fall | Spring | |
| STEM 3143 Teaching Science in the Elementary Grades | 3 | |
| CIED 4183 Instruction and Assessment of Writing | 3 | |
| CIED 3053 The Emerging Adolescent | 3 | |
| CIED 3133 Integrated Social Studies for the K-6 Classroom | 3 | |
| CIED 4423 Teaching English as a Second Language | 3 | |
| CIED 4153 Classroom Management in the Elementary Grades | 3 | |
| CIED 4533 Reading Comprehension Through Children's and Adolescent Literature (Satisfies General Education Outcome 6.1)1 | 3 | |
| STEM 4033 Introduction to STEM Education | 3 | |
| SPED 4173 Introduction to Dyslexia: Literacy Development and Structure of Language | 3 | |
| SPED 4483 Teaching Literacy Skills to Students with Disabilities | 3 | |
| Year Total: | 15 | 15 |
| Total Units in Sequence: | 123 | |
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Students must complete the State Minimum Core requirements as outlined in the Catalog of Studies. The courses that meet the state minimum core also fulfill many of the university's General Education requirements, although there are additional considerations to satisfy the general education learning outcomes. Students are encouraged to consult with their academic adviser when making course selections.
Requirements for B.S.E. in Childhood Education with STEM Concentration
Admission to the B.S.E. in Childhood Education is competitive and consists of a three-stage process; simply meeting the minimum requirements will not guarantee admission to the program. Admission will be determined by the Childhood Education faculty based on the seven items listed below in Stage II.
Stage I: Pre-Elementary Education (PELED)
Complete 63 hours of program pre-requisites for the Childhood Education B.S. or the Elementary Education B.S.:
- Obtain a GPA of 3.0 or better on UA coursework.
- †Complete all program courses with a “C” or better.
- Obtain a passing score on the Math, Reading, and Writing sections of the Praxis Core or ACT.
- Complete a background check.
Stage II: Admission to the Childhood Education Program (CHED)
Admission to the Childhood Education Program is competitive; not all applicants meeting the minimum requirements will be admitted to the program. Applications to the Childhood Education (CHED) program must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. Central Jan. 30.
The application process includes:
- Submission of the application to teacher education (see the Teacher Education Application Fee) through the university-wide Teacher Education Office.
- Submission of Childhood Education application.
- Submission of transcripts for all coursework.
- Oral Interview with Childhood Education faculty.
- Submission of passing score on Math, Reading, and Writing sections of the Praxis Core Exam.
- Current background check.
Stage III: Requirements for Program Continuation
- Declaration of endorsement area of ESL, GT, Reading, or STEM.
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better.
- Passing score on Praxis II, Elementary Education: Multiple Subjects.
- All non-methods math, science, social studies and English Language Arts courses must be completed prior to senior year.
†All program courses must have a grade of “C” or better. No teaching methods courses may be taken as self-paced (correspondence) courses.
For licensure, students must continue in the Master of Arts in Teaching program, which has limited enrollment. Find out more about the M.A.T. Program in the Graduate Catalog.
Childhood Education Requirements
Students in the Childhood Education program must choose one of four concentrations: English as a Second Language Concentration, a Gifted and Talented Concentration, a Reading Concentration, or a STEM Concentration.
Dismissal based on Unethical or Unprofessional Behaviors from Childhood Education B.S.E. program
The University of Arkansas’ teacher preparation programs adhere to the Code of Ethics of the Education Profession as established by the National Education Association as described in NEA Code of Ethics, Arkansas Division of Elementary and Secondary Education Code of Ethics, as well as discipline specific codes of ethics and standards found in program handbooks. Violation of these principles may result in probation, suspension, or dismissal of the internship as described:
- Any incident of ethical misconduct or concern will be documented by the faculty member(s), discussed directly with the student and their mentor, and referred to the program’s coordinator or supervising faculty. It may also be reported to the Teacher Candidate Professional Review Committee.
- The Teacher Candidate Professional Review Committee evaluates the concerns and recommends a course of action, which may range from a zero score on the academic and/or internship work, a failing grade for the course, probation, up to dismissal from a teacher education program.
- Any candidate may be suspended by a Teacher Education Program Coordinator for extreme, unforeseen circumstances such as endangerment of students or others, disruption of schools or classes, felonious behaviors, or ethical violations (i.e. Arkansas Code of Ethics, Code of Student Life). Such suspensions will be referred to the Teacher Candidate Professional Review Committee for review and may become permanent.
The Program Coordinator, in consultation with the Teacher Education Professional Review Committee and the Dean's Office for Academic and Student Affairs in the College of Education and Health Professions, has the authority and responsibility to dismiss a student from the teacher education program for unethical or unprofessional behavior and/or not recommend the student for licensure.
More detailed guidelines about the policies, supports, and other requirements are provided in the program’s handbook, as well as on the Office of Teacher Education website.
Students who have been dismissed on the basis of unethical or unprofessional conduct may appeal the decision following the procedures outlined under the Student Grievances and Appeals section of the Undergraduate Catalog of Studies.
STEM Concentration
| Pre- Elementary Education (PELED) requirements † | ||
| State Minimum Core | 35 | |
Specifically required for CHED program | ||
| Composition I (ACTS Equivalency = ENGL 1013) | ||
| Composition II (ACTS Equivalency = ENGL 1023) | ||
| College Algebra (ACTS Equivalency = MATH 1103) | ||
or MATH 1313 | Quantitative Reasoning (ACTS Equivalency = MATH 1113) | |
| Principles of Biology (ACTS Equivalency = BIOL 1014 Lecture) and Principles of Biology Laboratory (ACTS Equivalency = BIOL 1014 Lab) | ||
or BIOL 1524 | Biological Principles (ACTS Equivalency = BIOL 1004 Lecture) | |
| Physical Geology (ACTS Equivalency = GEOL 1114 Lecture) and Physical Geology Laboratory (ACTS Equivalency = GEOL 1114 Lab) | ||
| History of the American People to 1877 (ACTS Equivalency = HIST 2113) | ||
or HIST 2013 | History of the American People, 1877 to Present (ACTS Equivalency = HIST 2123) | |
| Human Geography (ACTS Equivalency = GEOG 1113) | ||
or ANTH 1023 | Introduction to Cultural Anthropology (ACTS Equivalency = ANTH 2013) | |
| Institutions and Ideas of World Civilizations I (ACTS Equivalency = HIST 1113) | ||
or HIST 1123 | Institutions and Ideas of World Civilizations II (ACTS Equivalency = HIST 1123) | |
| Basic Course in the Arts: Art Lecture (ACTS Equivalency = ARTA 1003) | ||
or MLIT 1003 | Experiencing Music (ACTS Equivalency = MUSC 1003) | |
or THTR 1003 | Theatre Appreciation (ACTS Equivalency = DRAM 1003) | |
| American National Government (ACTS Equivalency = PLSC 2003) | ||
| World Literature: Beginnings to 1650 CE (ACTS Equivalency = ENGL 2113) | ||
or WLIT 1123 | World Literature: 1650CE to Present (ACTS Equivalency = ENGL 2123) | |
| Additional PELED requirements | 28 | |
| Introduction to Technology in Education | ||
| Introduction to Education | ||
| Public Speaking (ACTS Equivalency = SPCH 1003) | ||
or COMM 2323 | Interpersonal Communication | |
| Media, Community and Citizenship | ||
or PHIL 2003 | Introduction to Philosophy (ACTS Equivalency = PHIL 1103) | |
or PHIL 2103 | Introduction to Ethics (ACTS Equivalency = PHIL 1003) | |
or PHIL 2203 | Logic (ACTS Equivalency = PHIL 1003) | |
or PHIL 3103 | Ethics and the Professions | |
or PSYC 2003 | General Psychology (ACTS Equivalency = PSYC 1103) | |
| Arkansas and the Southwest (or any 3 hour Arkansas history course) | ||
| Survey of Mathematical Structures I | ||
| Survey of Mathematical Structures II | ||
| Physics for Elementary Education Majors | ||
| Earth Science (ACTS Equivalency = GEOL 1124 Lecture) | ||
| Survey of the Universe (ACTS Equivalency = PHSC 1204 Lecture) | ||
or STEM 4104 | Astronomy for Educators | |
| Development and Learning Theories in the K-6 Classroom | ||
| Childhood Education major requirements | 48 | |
To be completed following admission to CHED program | ||
6 hours Elective | ||
| Advanced Composition | ||
| Principles of Statistics (ACTS Equivalency = MATH 2103) | ||
| Economics for Elementary Teachers | ||
or ECON 2143 | Basic Economics: Theory and Practice | |
| Foundations of Language and Literacy | ||
| Survey of Exceptionalities † | ||
| The Emerging Adolescent † | ||
| Emergent Literacy † | ||
| Mathematics Methods in the K-6 Classroom † | ||
| Integrated Social Studies for the K-6 Classroom † | ||
| Teaching Science in the Elementary Grades † | ||
| Developmental Literacy † | ||
| Classroom Management in the Elementary Grades † | ||
| Instruction and Assessment of Writing † | ||
| Reading Comprehension Through Children's and Adolescent Literature † | ||
| STEM Concentration requirements | 12 | |
3 hrs of General Elective | ||
| Teaching English as a Second Language † | ||
| Introduction to STEM Education † | ||
| Creativity and Innovation in STEM Education | ||
| Total Hours | 123 | |
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Must have a grade of 'C' or better to award degree credit
- 1
Or any 3-hour Arkansas History course
Childhood Education B.S.E. with STEM Concentration
Eight-Semester Plan
Because this program requires admission to progress, it does not qualify for the university's Eight-Semester Degree Program; however, students who qualify to finish a degree in four years can follow the suggested order of classes below.
| First Year | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Spring | |
| ENGL 1013 Composition I (ACTS Equivalency = ENGL 1013) (Satisfies General Education Outcome 1.1)1 | 3 | |
| MATH 1203 College Algebra (ACTS Equivalency = MATH 1103) (Satisfies General Education Outcome 2.1)1 or MATH 1313 Quantitative Reasoning (ACTS Equivalency = MATH 1113) | 3 | |
| Satisfies General Education Outcome 3.4:1 | ||
| BIOL 1543 Principles of Biology (ACTS Equivalency = BIOL 1014 Lecture) & BIOL 1541L Principles of Biology Laboratory (ACTS Equivalency = BIOL 1014 Lab) or BIOL 1524 Biological Principles (ACTS Equivalency = BIOL 1004 Lecture) | 4 | |
| CIED 1013 Introduction to Education | 3 | |
| Choose one of the following:1 | 3 | |
COMM 1233 Media, Community and Citizenship (Satisfies General Education Outcome 3.2) | ||
PHIL 2003 Introduction to Philosophy (ACTS Equivalency = PHIL 1103) (Satisfies General Education Outcome 3.2) | ||
PHIL 2103 Introduction to Ethics (ACTS Equivalency = PHIL 1003) (Satisfies General Education Outcome 3.2) | ||
PHIL 2203 Logic (ACTS Equivalency = PHIL 1003) (Satisfies General Education Outcome 5.1) | ||
PHIL 3103 Ethics and the Professions (Satisfies General Education Outcome 5.1) | ||
PSYC 2003 General Psychology (ACTS Equivalency = PSYC 1103) | ||
| ENGL 1023 Composition II (ACTS Equivalency = ENGL 1023) (Satisfies General Education Outcome 1.1)1 | 3 | |
| HIST 2003 History of the American People to 1877 (ACTS Equivalency = HIST 2113) (Satisfies General Education Outcomes 3.2, 3.3 and 4.2)1 or HIST 2013 History of the American People, 1877 to Present (ACTS Equivalency = HIST 2123) | 3 | |
| Satisfies General Education Outcome 4.1:1 | ||
| HIST 1113 Institutions and Ideas of World Civilizations I (ACTS Equivalency = HIST 1113) or HIST 1123 Institutions and Ideas of World Civilizations II (ACTS Equivalency = HIST 1123) | 3 | |
| Satisfies General Education Outcome 3.4:1 | ||
| GEOS 1113 Physical Geology (ACTS Equivalency = GEOL 1114 Lecture) & GEOS 1111L Physical Geology Laboratory (ACTS Equivalency = GEOL 1114 Lab) | 4 | |
| MATH 2213 Survey of Mathematical Structures I | 3 | |
| Year Total: | 16 | 16 |
| Second Year | Units | |
| Fall | Spring | |
| Satisfies General Education Outcome 3.1:1 | ||
| ARHS 1003 Basic Course in the Arts: Art Lecture (ACTS Equivalency = ARTA 1003) or MLIT 1003 Experiencing Music (ACTS Equivalency = MUSC 1003) or THTR 1003 Theatre Appreciation (ACTS Equivalency = DRAM 1003) | 3 | |
| MATH 2223 Survey of Mathematical Structures II | 3 | |
| PLSC 2003 American National Government (ACTS Equivalency = PLSC 2003) | 3 | |
| GEOS 1123 Human Geography (ACTS Equivalency = GEOG 1113) or ANTH 1023 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology (ACTS Equivalency = ANTH 2013) | 3 | |
| COMM 1313 Public Speaking (ACTS Equivalency = SPCH 1003) (Satisfies General Education Outcomes 1.2 and 5.1)1 | 3 | |
or COMM 2323 Interpersonal Communication | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
HIST 3383 Arkansas and the Southwest | ||
Any 3-hour Arkansas History course | ||
| PHYS 1034 Physics for Elementary Education Majors or GEOS 1133/1131L Earth Science (ACTS Equivalency = GEOL 1124 Lecture) or ASTR 2003/2001L Survey of the Universe (ACTS Equivalency = PHSC 1204 Lecture) or STEM 4104 Astronomy for Educators | 4 | |
| CIED 1003 Introduction to Technology in Education | 3 | |
| WLIT 1113 World Literature: Beginnings to 1650 CE (ACTS Equivalency = ENGL 2113) or WLIT 1123 World Literature: 1650CE to Present (ACTS Equivalency = ENGL 2123) | 3 | |
| CIED 3013 Development and Learning Theories in the K-6 Classroom | 3 | |
| Year Total: | 15 | 16 |
| Third Year | Units | |
| Fall | Spring | |
| CIED 2943 Foundations of Language and Literacy | 3 | |
| CIED 3113 Emergent Literacy | 3 | |
| STAT 2303 Principles of Statistics (ACTS Equivalency = MATH 2103) | 3 | |
| ENGL 2003 Advanced Composition | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| CIED 3453 Developmental Literacy | 3 | |
| CIED 3123 Mathematics Methods in the K-6 Classroom | 3 | |
| CIED 3023 Survey of Exceptionalities | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| ECON 3053 Economics for Elementary Teachers or ECON 2143 Basic Economics: Theory and Practice | 3 | |
| Year Total: | 15 | 15 |
| Fourth Year | Units | |
| Fall | Spring | |
| STEM 3143 Teaching Science in the Elementary Grades | 3 | |
| CIED 4183 Instruction and Assessment of Writing | 3 | |
| STEM 4033 Introduction to STEM Education | 3 | |
| CIED 3133 Integrated Social Studies for the K-6 Classroom | 3 | |
| CIED 3053 The Emerging Adolescent | 3 | |
| CIED 4153 Classroom Management in the Elementary Grades | 3 | |
| CIED 4533 Reading Comprehension Through Children's and Adolescent Literature (Satisfies General Education Outcome 6.1)1 | 3 | |
| CIED 4423 Teaching English as a Second Language | 3 | |
| STEM 4043 Creativity and Innovation in STEM Education | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Year Total: | 15 | 15 |
| Total Units in Sequence: | 123 | |
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Students must complete the State Minimum Core requirements as outlined in the Catalog of Studies. The courses that meet the state minimum core also fulfill many of the university's General Education requirements, although there are additional considerations to satisfy the general education learning outcomes. Students are encouraged to consult with their academic adviser when making course selections.
Faculty
Beasley, Jennifer G., Ed.D. (University of Virginia), M.A. (Wichita State University), B.A. (Kansas State University), Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, 2009, 2018.
Elsass, Angela Carlton, Ed.D., Ed.S. (University of Arkansas), M.Ed. (Harding University), B.S.E. (University of Central Arkansas), Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, 2010, 2016.
Imbeau, Marcia B., Ph.D. (University of Connecticut), M.Ed. (University of Arkansas at Little Rock), B.A. (Hendrix College), Professor, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, 1991, 2013.
Mounts, Denise Ann, Ed.D. (Saint Louis University), B.S.E. (Northwest Missouri State University), Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, 2005, 2016.
Wissehr, Cathy, Ed.D. (University of Missouri-Columbia), M.N.S.Ed., B.S. (Southeast Missouri State University), Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, 2009, 2016.
Courses
CIED 1003. Introduction to Technology in Education. 3 Hours.
A study of computer technology as it relates to teacher education. This course introduces students interested in teacher education to the knowledge and skills required to demonstrate their proficiency in technology and learning. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer)
CIED 1013. Introduction to Education. 3 Hours.
Integrates psychological, sociological, and philosophical foundations of education with concurrent involvement in field experiences. Encourages prospective teachers to become reflective practitioners by emphasizing organization of school systems, planning and implementation of effective classroom environments, development of teaching styles, and new directions in education. An 18-hour early field experience designed to give prospective teachers opportunities to observe and participate in a variety of school settings is incorporated in this introductory course to education. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)
CIED 2083. Innovation and Creativity in Daily Practice. 3 Hours.
Arts integration course including the ideas, design, and implementation of practices in the classroom, board room, and professional field that enrich the experiences of all stakeholders while building right-brain thinking skills for the new millennium. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring) May be repeated for up to 6 hours of degree credit.
CIED 2943. Foundations of Language and Literacy. 3 Hours.
A foundational study of language and literacy with an emphasis on content knowledge for teachers that is essential to the components and principles of science-based literacy. Corequisite: CIED 3113. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)
CIED 3013. Development and Learning Theories in the K-6 Classroom. 3 Hours.
This course allows students to cultivate an understanding of how elementary students develop, process information, and learn; studies educational applications pertaining to theories of development, intelligence, and thinking dispositions. Students study various learning theories, their implications for instruction, and their role in the K-6 classroom. Field experience required. Prerequisite: PELED or CHEDBS or ELELBS major. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)
CIED 3013H. Honors Development and Learning Theories in the K-6 Classroom. 3 Hours.
This course allows students to cultivate an understanding of how elementary students develop, process information, and learn; studies educational applications pertaining to theories of development, intelligence, and thinking dispositions. Students study various learning theories, their implications for instruction, and their role in the K-6 classroom. Field experience required. Prerequisite: CHEDBS or ELELBS major and honors. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)
This course is equivalent to CIED 3013.
CIED 3023. Survey of Exceptionalities. 3 Hours.
A survey of the characteristics of students with exceptional needs. Reviews the definitions of exceptionalities, learning and behavior characteristics of individuals with exceptionalities and the legal basis for the education of persons with exceptionalities in both elementary and secondary schools. Prerequisite: CIED 1013, or MUED 2012, or AGED 1123, or PSYC 2003. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer)
CIED 3023H. Honors Survey of Exceptionalities. 3 Hours.
A survey of the characteristics of students with exceptional needs. Reviews the definitions of exceptionalities, learning and behavior characteristics of individuals with exceptionalities and the legal basis for the education of persons with exceptionalities in both elementary and secondary schools. Prerequisite: Honors standing, CIED 1013, or MUED 2012, or AGED 1123, or PSYC 2003. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer)
This course is equivalent to CIED 3023.
CIED 3033. Classroom Learning Theory. 3 Hours.
A survey of the major theories of learning with special emphasis on human learning and implications for education. Field experience required. Prerequisite: CIED 1013; or MUED 2012; or PHED 1003; or AGED 1123; or PSYC 2003. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer)
CIED 3033H. Honors Classroom Learning Theory. 3 Hours.
A survey of the major theories of learning with special emphasis on human learning and implications for education. Field experience required. Prerequisite: Honors standing and (CIED 1013; or MUED 2012; or PHED 1003; or AGED 1123; or PSYC 2003). (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer)
This course is equivalent to CIED 3033.
CIED 3053. The Emerging Adolescent. 3 Hours.
This course is a study of the developmental characteristics (social, emotional, physical, moral, and intellectual) of early adolescents (ages 10-15 years). The implications of these changes for motivation, instruction, learning, and classroom management in the classroom are emphasized. Course has field component. Prerequisite: CIED 1013. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)
CIED 3103. Children and Adolescent Literature. 3 Hours.
A survey of children's literary works, authors, and illustrators with emphasis on elementary grade and adolescent literature. Prerequisite: CHEDBS or ELELBS or HDFSBS BRKD or HDFSBS CDEV or PSPED major. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)
CIED 3103H. Honors Children and Adolescent Literature. 3 Hours.
A survey of children's literary works, authors, and illustrators with emphasis on elementary grade and adolescent literature. Corequisite: CIED 3113. Prerequisite: CHEDBS or ELELBS major and honors. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)
This course is equivalent to CIED 3103.
CIED 3113. Emergent Literacy. 3 Hours.
An understanding of emergent literacy development through a study of science-based literacy pedagogy and practical field experiences. Field experience required. Corequisite: CIED 2943. Prerequisite: ENGL 1013, ENGL 1023, and CHEDBS or ELELBS or HDFSBS BRKD or HDFSBS CDEV or SPEDBS major. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)
CIED 3113H. Honors Emergent Literacy. 3 Hours.
This course focuses on theories of children's emerging literacy and on the continuing development of literacy abilities in pre-kindergarten and early elementary years. Field experience required. Prerequisite: ENGL 1013, ENGL 1023, and CIED 3262, CHEDBS or ELELBS major and honors. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)
This course is equivalent to CIED 3113.
CIED 3123. Mathematics Methods in the K-6 Classroom. 3 Hours.
An examination of the content of elementary mathematics courses. Special emphasis given to methods of teaching the content as well as enrichment materials. Field experience required. Prerequisite: MATH 1203, MATH 2213, MATH 2223, and (CHEDBS or ELELBS major). (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)
CIED 3133. Integrated Social Studies for the K-6 Classroom. 3 Hours.
Focuses on the methodology of facilitating elementary students' development in language arts and social studies. Integrates the curriculum and teaching strategies in language arts and social studies. Field experience required. Prerequisite: CHEDBS or ELELBS major, and PLSC 2003 and (HIST 2003 or HIST 2013), and (HIST 1113 or HIST 1123), and (GEOS 1123 or ANTH 1023), and (ECON 3053 or ECON 2143), and (ARHS 1003 or MLIT 1003). (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)
CIED 3453. Developmental Literacy. 3 Hours.
A deep and comprehensive application of the development of literacy skills from decoding to fluent, comprehending readers. Field experience required. Prerequisite: CIED 2943, CIED 3113, and admission into ELELBS or CHEDBS programs. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)
CIED 3453H. Honors Developmental Literacy. 3 Hours.
A deep and comprehensive application of the development of literacy skills from decoding to fluent, comprehending readers. Field experience required. Prerequisite: CIED 2943, CIED 3113, admission into ELELBS or CHEDBS programs, and honors standing. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)
This course is equivalent to CIED 3453.
CIED 3901H. Honors Curriculum and Instruction Education Thesis Tutorial. 1 Hour.
Designed to provide the foundation for the Honors Thesis. Students and faculty tutors work "one-on-one" exploring a specific topic which has been agreed upon by the student and the professor. Prerequisite: Honors candidacy and CATEBS, CHEDBS, DREDBA, EDSTBS, EGEDBA, ELELBS, FREDBA, GREDBA, SNEDBA, SPEDBS, or SSEDBA majors. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer)
CIED 4003. Elementary Seminar. 3 Hours.
This course is designed to synthesize the foundational content presented in the Bachelor of Science in Education, Elementary Education program. It focuses on refinement of generalized knowledge to accommodate specialized content relevant to elementary students. Corequisite: CIED 4173. Prerequisite: CHEDBS or ELELBS major. (Typically offered: Fall)
CIED 4013. Capstone Course for Foreign Language Licensure. 3 Hours.
This course is designed to identify and provide evidence of content language specific proficiencies in the four skills of reading, writing, listening, and speaking a foreign language. (Typically offered: Spring)
CIED 4023. Teaching in Inclusive Secondary Settings. 3 Hours.
This course is designed to prepare pre-service teachers to teach in inclusive classroom settings at the secondary level. Course content will focus on the ways in which exceptionality, specifically focused on high-incidence disabilities and culture, specifically focused on English language learners mediate the learning experiences of secondary level students. (Typically offered: Summer)
CIED 4113. Integrated Communication Skills for the K-6 Classroom. 3 Hours.
Focuses on the methodology of facilitating elementary students' literacy development. Emphasis is on the integration of the communication skills of reading, writing, speaking, and listening across the curriculum. Prerequisite: COMM 1313 or COMM 2323 and CHEDBS or ELELBS major. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)
CIED 4113H. Honors Integrated Communication Skills for the K-6 Classroom. 3 Hours.
Focuses on the methodology of facilitating elementary students? literacy development. Emphasis is on the integration of the communication skills of reading, writing, speaking, and listening across the curriculum. Prerequisite: COMM 1313 or COMM 2323 and CHEDBS or ELELBS major and honors. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)
This course is equivalent to CIED 4113.
CIED 4123. Literacy Assessment and Interventions in the Elementary Classroom. 3 Hours.
An undergraduate course focusing on literacy assessment and intervention for prospective classroom teachers. Participants become familiar with assessment procedures and instruments for identifying student strengths and weaknesses in literacy, determining effective intervention strategies for literacy improvement, and principles of reporting assessment and intervention outcomes. Corequisite: CIED 4173. Prerequisite: CHEDBS or ELELBS major. (Typically offered: Fall)
CIED 4131. Practicum for Secondary and Multilevel Tracks in Education. 1 Hour.
This practicum is a requirement for entry into the EDUC MA, Master of Arts in Teaching program. Students will be involved in documented experiences with children for a minimum of 60 hours in grades K-12. Students enrolled in the multilevel track will be placed in a combination of elementary, middle, and high school settings. Students enrolled in the secondary track will be placed in a combination of middle and high school settings. Prerequisite: Cleared background check. (Typically offered: Spring and Summer)
CIED 4133. Measurement and Research in the K-6 Classroom. 3 Hours.
This course is designed to provide an introduction to educational assessment, research methods, and what research has to say about trends and topics in elementary education. Prerequisite: CHEDBS or ELELBS major. (Typically offered: Fall)
CIED 4143. Curriculum Design and Applications of Instructional Practice. 3 Hours.
A course in the design and adaptation of curriculum for students in regular, elementary classrooms. Theoretical bases and curriculum models will be reviewed. Corequisite: CIED 4173. Prerequisite: CHEDBS or ELELBS major. (Typically offered: Spring)
CIED 4153. Classroom Management in the Elementary Grades. 3 Hours.
This course focuses on a number of different management techniques for elementary classrooms that can be used in general education settings. Prerequisite: CHEDBS or ELELBS major. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)
CIED 4163. Senior Project. 3 Hours.
This course is designed to provide students with the research skills necessary to complete their senior project. Prerequisite: CHEDBS or ELELBS major. (Typically offered: Summer)
CIED 4173. Student Teaching. 3 Hours.
Full-time student teaching in grades K-6 to be repeated both fall and spring semesters. Students will practice and master instructional strategies under the supervision of qualified mentor teachers and university faculty members. Prerequisite: CHEDBS or ELELBS major. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring) May be repeated for up to 6 hours of degree credit.
CIED 4183. Instruction and Assessment of Writing. 3 Hours.
Develop knowledge, skills and dispositions about writing processes, genres, and pedagogy. Field experience required. Corequisite: CIED 3453. Prerequisite: CIED 2943, CIED 3113, and admission into CHEDBS or ELELBS programs. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)
CIED 4183H. Honors Instruction and Assessment of Writing. 3 Hours.
Develop knowledge, skills and dispositions about writing processes, genres, and pedagogy. Field experience required. Prerequisite: CIED 2943, CIED 3113, CIED 3453, honors standing and admission into CHEDBS or ELELBS programs. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)
This course is equivalent to CIED 4183.
CIED 4285. Teaching Experience. 5 Hours.
The teaching experience is an essential component of the Bachelor of Arts in Teaching degree. The two semester experience allows Teacher Candidates (TC) to make further application of theoretical principles of teaching and learning. Teacher Candidates will be assigned placement in area schools for both fall and spring semesters. Teacher candidates are placed in K-12 or 7-12 levels depending on their content area for licensure. The fall semester consists of a field experience including observation, co-planning, and co-teaching. The spring semester consists of an immersion experience for teacher candidates to plan and teach independently. Prerequisite: Admission to one of the following: EGEDBA, SSEDBA, FREDBA, GREDBA, SNEDBA, or DREDBA. (Typically offered: Spring)
CIED 4363. Disciplinary Literacy in the K-6 Classroom. 3 Hours.
Focuses on the methodology of extending K-6 learners' basic literacy development, as a foundation for intermediate and disciplinary literacy. Emphasis is on the engagement of students in the distinct reading, writing, speaking, and listening requirements of different disciplines. Prerequisite: CIED 3113 and CHEDBS or ELELBS major. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)
CIED 4403. Understanding Cultures in the Classroom. 3 Hours.
This course provides pre-and in-service teachers knowledge and skills necessary for educating ethnically and linguistically diverse classrooms. Students have the opportunity to understand positive relationships while removing stereotypes and prejudices. It addresses issues for social justice education through understanding ways that children learn and communicate in their homes and communities. Students will examine how topics in multicultural education inform instructional goals, curriculum planning/implementation, and teaching practices across content areas in public K-12 classrooms. This course meets the AR teaching license ESL endorsement requirements for a culture course. Some sections of this course will contain a service learning component. (Typically offered: Fall)
CIED 4413. Acquiring a Second Language. 3 Hours.
The course gives an introduction to the basics in research and learning theories involved in the acquisition of second languages and cultures, particularly of English. (Typically offered: Spring)
CIED 4423. Teaching English as a Second Language. 3 Hours.
This course is designed to provide teacher candidates with the basic knowledge and teaching skills necessary to address the linguistic needs of English language learners (ELLs) in regular classrooms. The students in this class will learn about and use multiple strategies for promoting ELLs' reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. Emphasis will be placed especially on differentiating early reading instruction for ELLs. Prerequisite: CHEDBS or ELELBS major. (Typically offered: Spring)
CIED 4433. The Moral Mind in Action. 3 Hours.
The Moral Mind in Action explores how people reason through moral dilemmas and prepares students to more effectively recognize and resolve moral problems. Best practices of teachers and administrators of K-16 character education programs are discussed. (Typically offered: Fall)
CIED 4443. Moral Courage. 3 Hours.
Moral Courage explores the factors that support translating moral thinking into moral action. This course draws from the field of positive psychology to guide students as they leverage existing strengths and develop new strategies for acting with moral courage in their personal and professional lives. Best practices of teachers and administrators of K-16 character education programs are discussed. (Typically offered: Spring)
CIED 4463. Culture and Learning. 3 Hours.
Culture, its meanings, dimensions, and manifestations are explored in this course. How these cultural elements impact perceptions of students, classroom practices, and educational processes are explored in this course. A strength-based approach is employed to explore the issues associated with including all students within classrooms. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer)
CIED 4483H. Honors Museum Matters: History, Practices, Culture and Controversy. 3 Hours.
Museums are respected institutions, but few visitors have likely thought about their history, purpose and role in society and culture. This class is an introduction to museology or the study of museums. Through field trips, guest lectures, discussions, and targeted readings we will explore issues such as collecting, exhibiting, controversies, architecture and the educational challenges found in the wide world of museums. Prerequisite: Honors standing. (Typically offered: Spring Odd Years)
CIED 4503H. Honors Charles Darwin and the Legacy of Evolution. 3 Hours.
This highly integrated honors class draws on various perspectives to examine the life of Charles Darwin and the legacy and impact of evolution. Topics and guest instructors change each semester, but the course will focus on evolution from the perspectives of biology, anthropology, the law, philosophy, history, culture and literature. Prerequisite: Honors standing. (Typically offered: Spring Even Years)
CIED 4533. Reading Comprehension Through Children's and Adolescent Literature. 3 Hours.
An examination of the major genres of children and adolescent literature to develop and extend K-6 students' skills in reading comprehension. Field experience required. Prerequisite: CIED 2943, CIED 3113, CIED 3453, and admission into CHEDBS or ELELBS programs. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)
CIED 4533H. Honors Reading Comprehension Through Children's and Adolescent Literature. 3 Hours.
An examination of the major genres of children and adolescent literature to develop and extend K-6 students' skills in reading comprehension. Field experience required. Prerequisite: CIED 2943, CIED 3113, CIED 3453, admission into CHEDBS or ELELBS programs, and honors standing. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)
This course is equivalent to CIED 4533.
CIED 4953. Assessment for English Learners. 3 Hours.
This course addresses how to design appropriate assessments for English Learners taking into account their English language proficiency level and how to utilize the results of these assessments appropriately. (Typically offered: Spring)
CIED 498VH. Curriculum and Instruction Honors Thesis/Project. 1-3 Hour.
Designed to provide facilitation of the Honors Thesis/Project. Students and faculty work "one-on-one" to complete the honors thesis/project. Prerequisite: Honors candidacy, CIED 3901H, and CATEBS, CHEDBS, DREDBA, EDSTBS, EGEDBA, ELELBS, FREDBA, GREDBA, SNEDBA, SPEDBS, or SSEDBA major. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer) May be repeated for up to 3 hours of degree credit.
CIED 499V. Special Topics in Curriculum and Instruction Education. 1-6 Hour.
Discussion and advanced studies on selected topics in curriculum and instruction. Special focus on recent and emerging topics in education. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer) May be repeated for up to 18 hours of degree credit.
CIED 499VH. Honors Special Topics in Curriculum and Instruction Education. 1-3 Hour.
Discussion and advanced studies on selected topics in curriculum and instruction. Special focus on recent and emerging topics in education. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer)
This course is equivalent to CIED 499V.
