BS in Education < UTEP

BS in Education < UTEP
Academic Catalog
2026-2027 Edition
Early Childhood Care & Education (ECCE)-
Graduates of the BSED-ECCE are prepared to serve young children birth to five years of age [0-5] in diverse, bilingual settings outside of state public schooling.  Students with this degree often seek careers in the care and education of infants, toddlers and preschool-aged children, for settings such as
private and public childcare, early intervention, community and child-welfare programs, and Head Start.
Education and Community Studies (EDCS)-
Graduates of the BSED-EDCS are prepared to work with youth (outside of state public schooling setting) and adults in diverse, bilingual settings. Students with this degree often seek careers in Youth Development or Community Outreach, GED/Literacy Adult Educator, Youth/ Adult English as Second Language (ESL) services Staff, or Youth leadership and enrichment program Staff in science centers and museums.
All-Levels [EC-12] Special Education (ASPE) Certification-
Graduates with the BSED-ASPE are prepared to become certified State of Texas special education teachers.  Graduates of this degree go on to teaching positions in public schools teaching children with special needs in prekindergarten through 12
th
grade.
Elementary [EC-6] with ESL Certification (EESL) and Elementary [EC-6] with Bilingual Certification (EBIL)-
Graduates with the BSED-EESL or BSED EBIL are prepared to become certified State of Texas elementary teachers.  Graduates of these degrees go on to teaching positions in public schools teaching prekindergarten through 6
th
grade.
Elementary [EC-6] with Bilingual/Special Education [EC-12] Certification for Paraprofessionals (BSPE)-
Graduates with the BSED-BSPE are prepared to advance in their current employment from paraprofessional (i.e., educational aid) positions to serving as certified State of Texas teachers in elementary bilingual and/or K-12 children with special needs classrooms.
Middle Grades with Bilingual Certification, Middle Grades with ESL Supplemental Certification, Middle Grades English Language Arts/Reading with ESL Certification, Middle Grades English Language Arts/Reading and Social Studies with ESL Certification, Middle Grades Mathematics with ESL Certification, and Middle Grades Mathematics and Science with ESL Certification.
Graduates with the BSED in any of the Middle Grade Concentrations are prepared to become certified State of Texas middle school teachers. Graduates of these degrees go on to teaching positions in public schools teaching 4th through 8th grade in their chosen content area specialty.
Secondary Social Studies or History with ESL Certification (
Dual Degree
)-
Graduates with the BSED in Secondary Social Studies or History are prepared to become certified state of Texas Secondary Teachers in these content areas. Graduates of these degrees go on to teaching positions in public middle/high schools (grades 7-12), teaching either Social Studies or History.
Secondary Computer Science with ESL Certification (
Dual Degree
)-
Graduate with the BSED in Secondary Computer Science are prepared to become certified state of Texas Secondary Teachers in this content area. Graduates of this degree go on to teaching positions in public high school (grades 8-12), teaching Computer Science.
Marketable Skills
The Marketable Skills for
ALL
of the programs above are:
Social Responsibility Skills: Ability to act ethically and responsibly for the benefit of children, society and the public good
Instruction Design Skills—Knowledgeable and able to apply best practices and linguistically responsive instruction for diverse student populations to promote all students’ success
Data Use and Assessment Skills- Ability to use formative and summative assessments to inform instruction and meet the needs of diverse learners
Critical Thinking and Problem-solving Skills: Ability to critically analyze information, find solutions to difficult or complex social and educational issues and to take transformative action
Cooperation and Communication Skills: Ability to work with various professionals in school settings; ability to apply responsive classroom management; ability to effectively engage parents and community members in the educational process
The Bachelor of Science in Education (BSED) offers two pathways for students seeking a degree in the field of education: one leading to Texas teacher certification and another for students who aim to prepare for a career in various areas such as early childhood education, after school programs, nonprofit work, and community Education and outreach.
Texas Teacher Certification Pathway
The BSED degree concentrations that lead to certification require that students complete:
the University Core Curriculum;
supplementary coursework, with a grade of "C" or better in each course;
pre-service teaching coursework, with a required minimum combined G.P.A. of 3.0 for these courses;
Educator Preparation Program (EPP)/Student Teaching Residency coursework, with a required minimum combined G.P.A. of 3.0 for these courses;  and
successful completion of Student Teaching Residency course(s).
Students seeking this pathway will apply to the Educator Preparation Program (EPP) prior to reaching the EPP/Student Teaching Residency designated coursework. For information about admission, fees, and EPP program requirements, visit the
Center for Student Success website
Concentrations Leading to Texas Teacher Certification
All students who seek teacher certification by majoring in the BSED program, regardless of concentration, participate in the Student Teaching Residency Program (The Miner Teacher Residency). Students in the BSED will choose from the following certification levels: Elementary Education [EC-6], Middle Grades [4-8], Secondary Social Studies or History Education [7-12], Secondary Computer Science [8-12] or All-Level Special Education (EC-12).
There are two specializations within Elementary Education (EC-6):
Elementary Education [EC-6] with ESL Certification
Elementary Education [EC-6] with Bilingual Certification
There are six specializations within the Middle Grades Education (4-8):
Middle Grades [4-8] with ESL Supplemental Certification
Middle Grades [4-8] with Bilingual Certification
Middle Grades [4-8] Mathematics with ESL Certification
Middle Grades [4-8] Mathematics and Science with ESL Certification
Middle Grades [4-8] English Language Arts/Reading with ESL Certification
Middle Grades English Language Arts/Reading and Social Studies [4-8] with ESL Certification
There are three specializations within the Secondary Education (7 or 8-12):
Secondary Social Studies [7-12] with ESL Certification (
Dual Degree
Secondary History [7-12] with ESL Certification (
Dual Degree
Secondary Computer Science [8-12] with ESL Certification (
Dual Degree
There is one All-Level Special Education specialization:
All-Level [EC-12] Special Education
Notes: Students on the Paraprofessional Pathway will choose Elementary Education [EC-6] with Bilingual Certification or All-Level [EC-12] Special Education prior to graduation, and then they may complete state testing to earn certification in the other concentration area post-graduation.
Background Check Requirement
As part of the Educator Preparation Program (EPP), candidates are required to pass background checks to be eligible to complete field-based experiences and clinical teaching (student teaching) as well as apply for their standard teaching certificate:
Pursuant to the Texas Education Code TEC, §22.0835, candidates must undergo a criminal history background check prior to student teaching; pursuant to the TEC, §22.083, candidates must undergo a criminal history background check prior to employment as an educator. A candidate may be ineligible for issuance of a certificate on completion of the EPP if an individual has been convicted of an offense.
A person who is enrolled or planning to enroll in an educator preparation program or planning to take a certification examination may request a preliminary criminal history evaluation letter regarding the person's potential ineligibility for certification due to a conviction or deferred adjudication for a felony or misdemeanor offense.
Effective August 1, 2015, MorphoTrust, the Texas Department of Public Safety fingerprinting vendor, can no longer utilize P-numbers in place of social security numbers for completion of the fingerprinting process. As a result, candidates attempting to be fingerprinted using a non-valid 9-digit social security number will not be allowed to complete the fingerprinting process, which is required for the background check necessary for teacher certification in Texas.
Non-certification Pathways
The BSED also offers two concentrations for students who are interested in a career in the field of education outside of the realm of state public school teaching. Students interested in working in organizations involving education or child-advocacy, early childhood learning or childcare, early childhood intervention, or Head Start should consider a concentration in:
Early Childhood Care and Education [ECCE]
This program is offered fully online through
UTEP Online
The BSED-ECCE program prepares educators to serve young children birth to five years of age [0-5] in diverse, bilingual settings outside of state public schooling. Emphasis in this program is on the care and education of young dual language and English language learners. This is a non-licensure concentration for students seeking professional preparation for working with infants, toddlers and preschool-aged children, in settings such as private and public childcare, early intervention, community and child-welfare programs, and Head Start.
To earn the BSED degree, students must complete The University Core Curriculum, College of Education Required Coursework and selected elective courses. All College of Education Required Coursework requires a combined minimum grade point of 3.0. A total cumulative grade point of 2.75 or higher is required for this degree program.
The Early Childhood Care and Education concentration does not lead to Texas teacher certification.
This concentration requires that students complete:
the University Core Curriculum,
required College of Education Courses,
12 SCH of open electives.
Some of the courses in this concentration require a field-based experience component, which may include participating in area school district or local childcare activities. School districts or childcare centers may require participants to pass background checks prior to being allowed on-site for such activities. Students seeking this concentration should meet with a UTEP Online program advisor to further discuss background check requirements and identify a course-of-study that will help them prepare for their desired career path.
Education and Community Studies [EDCS]
The BSED-EDCS program prepares educators to serve youth (outside of state public schooling) and adults in diverse, bilingual settings. This is a non-licensure concentration for students seeking professional preparation for working with youth and adult populations in community education settings such as informal education organizations (i.e., Museums, Science Centers, Parks & Recreation Departments, after-school programs/tutoring), non-profit organizations related to criminal justice or youth advocacy, or community enrichment programs (i.e., GED/Literacy Education, Youth/Adult English as Second Language (ESL) Education educational programming for Assisted-living/Geriatric Communities).
The Education and Community Studies concentration does not lead to Texas teacher certification. This concentration requires that students complete:
the University Core Curriculum,
required College of Education Courses
30 SCH of open electives, and
Some of the courses in this concentration require a field-based experience component, which may include participating in area school district activities. School districts require participants to pass background checks prior to being allowed on-campus for such activities. Students seeking this concentration should meet with a Center for Student Success (CSS) program advisor to further discuss background check requirements and identify a course-of-study that will help them prepare for their desired career path.
Fast Track
The
Fast-Track Program
enables outstanding undergraduate UTEP students to receive both undergraduate and graduate credit for up to 15 hours of UTEP course work as determined by participating Master's and Doctoral programs.  Not all undergraduate programs have elected to participate in the Fast Track option, so students should see their departmental graduate advisor for information about requirements and guidelines. A list of courses that have been approved for possible use at the graduate level is found
here
Degree Plans
Elementary Education [EC-6] with Bilingual Certification
Required Credits: 120
Course List
Code
Title
Hours
- Complete and pass the THEA or TSI within the first two semesters.
- Plan on taking at least 15 SCH in Fall/Spring semesters and 3 to 6 SCH during Summer terms.
- Aim for a 3.0 GPA or higher; maintain a minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA.
University Core Curriculum
Complete the University Core Curriculum requirements.
Designated Core
Communication (Select 6 hours)
RWS 1301
Rhetoric & Composition I
RWS 1302
Rhetoric & Composition 2
Mathematics
STAT 1380
Statistical Literacy
Life and Physical Sciences
BIOL 1203
BIOL 1103
Introductory Biology
and Introductory Biology Lab
GEOL 1313
GEOL 1103
Intro to Physical Geology
and Lab for GEOL 1313
Language, Philosophy and Culture (Select 3 hours)
PHIL 1301
Introduction to Philosophy
SPAN 2340
Seeing & Naming: Conversations
WS 2300
Introduction to Womens Studies
Creative Arts (Select 3 hours)
ART 1300
Art Appreciation
ARTH 1305
History of Art I
ARTH 1306
History of Art II
MUSL 1324
Music Appreciation
THEA 1313
Introduction to Theatre
American History
HIST 1301
History of U.S. to 1865
HIST 1302
History of U.S. Since 1865
Political Science
POLS 2310
Introduction to Politics
POLS 2311
American Gover & Politics
Social and Behavioral Sciences (Select 3 hours)
ANTH 1310
Cultural Geography
GEOG 1310
Cultural Geography
SOCI 1310
Cultural Geography
Component Area Option (select 6 hours)
COMM 1301
Public Speaking
UNIV 1301
Seminar/Critical Inquiry
Courses listed=Candidates dual fulfill Pre-professional Recommended Courses and University Core Curriculum
Supplementary Coursework
Required:
BED 4340
Principles of Bilingual/ESL Ed
BED 4355
Found. for Bil Teach & Learn
EDPC 2300
Intro to Child & Ad Devel
MATH 2303
Number Concepts
MATH 2304
Geometry & Measurement
EDPC 2350
Trauma Inform Practices in Ed
or
TED 2350
Trauma Inform Practices in Ed
PSCI 2303
Physical Science I
PSCI 3304
Physical Science II
RED 3315
Foundations of Lit and Learn
All supplementary courses applied to the program must have a final grade of “C” or better.
Pre-Service Teaching Coursework
Successful completion of University Core plus a minimum of 55 SCH is required for enrollment in Pre-service Teaching Coursework.
Required Courses:
BED 4309
Teaching SS in Bil Elem Class
BED 4311
Teaching Sci in Bil Elem Clsrm
BED 4343
Teaching Academic English
BED 4345
Biliteracy Dev and Assessment
ECED 3310
The Arts in the Early Years
RED 4341
Teach, Learn and Assess of Lit
SPAN 3312
Pedagogical Issues in Spanish
or
ENGL 3305
Children's Literature
or
ENGL 4354
Writing Processes of Children
Post-EPP Admission Coursework
BED 4310
Teach Math in Bil Elem Clsrm
BED 4338
Teach Lit/Lang Art DL Ele Cla
TED 4200
Field-Based Experience & Prac
Educator Preparation Program
EPP
Coursework
EPP coursework requires a combined G.P.A. of 3.0.
Requirements for enrollment in Residency I:
- Successful completion of all Pre-service Teaching Courses
- Successful passing the state EC-6 certification exam and the Science of Teaching Reading Exam
- Admissions to EPP, and
- Acceptance into Residency I (student-teaching)
EPP Courses taken during Residency I:
ECED 4300
Responsive Class Management
ECED 4357
Play & Learn in the Early Yrs
or
TED 3350
Computational Thinking for Ed
SPED 3310
Intro to Inclusive Spec Ed
BED 4380
Biling Elem Stu Teach Res I
Successful completion of Residency I is required for enrollment in Residency II.
EPP Courses taken during Residency II:
BED 4690
Biling Elem Stu Teach Res II
EDT 4300
Educational Technology
Total Hours
120
Elementary Education [EC-6] with ESL Certification
(With Student Teaching Residency)
Required Credits: 120
Course List
Code
Title
Hours
- Complete and pass the THEA or TSI within the first two semesters.
- Plan on taking at least 15 SCH in Fall/Spring semesters and 3 to 6 SCH during Summer terms.
- Aim for a 3.0 GPA or higher; maintain a minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA.
University Core Curriculum
Complete the University Core Curriculum requirements.
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Designated Core
Communication (Select 6 hours)
RWS 1301
Rhetoric & Composition I
RWS 1302
Rhetoric & Composition 2
Mathematics
STAT 1380
Statistical Literacy
Life and Physical Sciences
BIOL 1203
BIOL 1103
Introductory Biology
and Introductory Biology Lab
GEOL 1313
GEOL 1103
Intro to Physical Geology
and Lab for GEOL 1313
Language, Philosophy and Culture
HIST 2302
World History Since 1500
Creative Arts (Select 3 hours)
ART 1300
Art Appreciation
ARTH 1305
History of Art I
ARTH 1306
History of Art II
MUSL 1324
Music Appreciation
THEA 1313
Introduction to Theatre
American History
HIST 1301
History of U.S. to 1865
HIST 1302
History of U.S. Since 1865
Political Science
POLS 2310
Introduction to Politics
POLS 2311
American Gover & Politics
Social and Behavioral Sciences (Select 3 hours)
ANTH 1310
Cultural Geography
GEOG 1310
Cultural Geography
SOCI 1310
Cultural Geography
Component Area Option
COMM 1301
Public Speaking
UNIV 1301
Seminar/Critical Inquiry
Courses listed=Candidates dual fulfill Pre-professional Recommended Courses and University Core Curriculum
Supplementary Courses
Required:
MATH 2303
Number Concepts
MATH 2304
Geometry & Measurement
EDPC 2350
Trauma Inform Practices in Ed
or
TED 2350
Trauma Inform Practices in Ed
PSCI 2303
Physical Science I
PSCI 3304
Physical Science II
EDPC 2300
Intro to Child & Ad Devel
RED 3315
Foundations of Lit and Learn
TED 4355
Found. for Crit Teach & Learn
All supplementary courses applied to the program must have a final grade of “C” or better.
Pre-Service Teaching Coursework
Successful completion of University Core plus a minimum of 55 SCH is required for enrollment in Pre-service Teaching Coursework.
Required Courses:
BED 4320
Principles of Bilingual/ESL Ed
ECED 3310
The Arts in the Early Years
ECED 4357
Play & Learn in the Early Yrs
ELED 4309
Teach Social Studies Elem Clas
ELED 4311
Teaching Sci in Element Class
ENGL 3305
Children's Literature
or
ENGL 4354
Writing Processes of Children
RED 4341
Teach, Learn and Assess of Lit
Post-EPP Admission Coursework
BED 4343
Teaching Academic English
ELED 4310
Teaching Math in Elem Class
RED 4338
Teach Lit/Lang Arts Ele Class
TED 4200
Field-Based Experience & Prac
Educator Preparation Program
EPP
Coursework
EPP coursework requires a combined G.P.A. of 3.0.
Requirements for enrollment in Residency I:
- Successful completion of all Pre-service Teaching Courses
- Successful passing that state EC-6 certification exam and the Science of Teaching Reading Exam
- Admissions to EPP, and
- Acceptance into Residency I (student-teaching)
EPP Courses taken during Residency I:
ECED 4300
Responsive Class Management
SPED 3310
Intro to Inclusive Spec Ed
TED 3350
Computational Thinking for Ed
ELED 4380
Elem Stu Teach Residency I
Successful completion of Residency I is required for enrollment in Residency II.
EPP Courses taken during Residency II:
EDT 4300
Educational Technology
ELED 4690
Elem Stu Teaching Res II
Total Hours
120
Middle Grades [4-8] Mathematics and Science with ESL Certification
(With Student Teaching Residency)
Required Credits: 120
Course List
Code
Title
Hours
Pathways to Success
- Aim for a 3.0 GPA or higher; maintain a minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA.
University Core Curriculum
Complete the University Core Curriculum requirements.
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College Designated Core (All courses require a grade of C or better.)
The following courses fulfill University Core and program requirements:
BIOL 1103
Introductory Biology Lab
BIOL 1203
Introductory Biology
COMM 1301
Public Speaking
GEOL 1313
Intro to Physical Geology
MATH 1411
Calculus I
UNIV 1301
Seminar/Critical Inquiry
Pathways to Success
- Complete and pass the Qualifying Content Exam as soon as possible.
Supplementary Coursework
Required Courses:
BED 4340
Principles of Bilingual/ESL Ed
EDPC 2300
Intro to Child & Ad Devel
MATH 2303
Number Concepts
MATH 2304
Geometry & Measurement
MATH 3308
Proportn & Algebrc Reasong I
PSCI 2303
Physical Science I
PSCI 3304
Physical Science II
RED 3342
Content Area Literacy
TED 4355
Found. for Crit Teach & Learn
Pathways to Success
- Apply to the Educator Preparation Program (EPP) one full semester before you plan to enroll in EPP Coursework. Check the Center for Student Success (CSS) website for admission requirements.
- Observation logs and reflection forms are to be submitted to the CSS for College of Education courses with a Field-Based Experience component.
Pre-Service Teaching Coursework
Required Courses:
BIOL 1304
BIOL 1104
Human Biology
and Human Biology Laboratory
CHEM 1305
CHEM 1105
General Chemistry
and Laboratory for CHEM 1305
ESCI 1301
Intro to Environmental Sci
or
ASTR 1307
Elem Astronomy-Solar System
EDPC 2350
or
TED 2350
Trauma Informed Practices in Ed
TED 3350
or
MATH 3303
or
MATH 3304
MATH 4302
Fund Math Concepts Grades 4-8
STAT 1380
Statistical Literacy
Post-EPP Admission Coursework
BED 4343
Teaching Academic English
MTED 3330
Integ & Alter Rep of Math Prin
SIED 3330
Integ & Alt Rep Basic Science
SPED 3310
Intro to Inclusive Spec Ed
Pathways to Success
- Apply for Student Teaching one full semester before the first planned Student Teaching/Residency semester.
- Certification exams must be successfully passed to enroll in MSED 4380: Secondary Student-Teaching Residency I in order to complete teacher certification requirements.
Educator Preparation Program (EPP) Admission Coursework
Residency I
Required Courses:
MSED 4310
Teaching Math/Intermed/Mdle Gr
MSED 4311
Teaching Sci/Intermed/Midle Gr
MSED 4390
Middle Grades Stu Teach Res I
Residency II
MSED 4691
Middle Grades Stu Teach Res II
Total Hours
120
Middle Grades [4-8] Generalist with Bilingual Certification
(With Student Teaching Residency)
Required Credits: 120 (with paid Student Teaching Residency)
Course List
Code
Title
Hours
Pathways to Success
- Aim for a 3.0 GPA or higher; maintain a minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA.
University Core Curriculum
Complete the University Core Curriculum requirements.
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College Designated Core (All courses require a grade of C or better.)
The following courses fulfill University Core and program requirements:
COMM 1301
Public Speaking
GEOL 1103
Lab for GEOL 1313
GEOL 1313
Intro to Physical Geology
GEOL 1314
Intro to Historical Geol
HIST 2301
World History to 1500
STAT 1380
Statistical Literacy
UNIV 1301
Seminar/Critical Inquiry
Additional credit earned through College Designated Core completion equals 43 SCH total.
Pathways to Success
-Complete and pass the Qualifying Content Exam as soon as possible.
Supplementary Coursework
Required Courses:
BED 4340
Principles of Bilingual/ESL Ed
BED 4355
Found. for Bil Teach & Learn
EDPC 2300
Intro to Child & Ad Devel
MATH 2303
Number Concepts
MATH 2304
Geometry & Measurement
MATH 3308
Proportn & Algebrc Reasong I
PSCI 2303
Physical Science I
PSCI 3304
Physical Science II
RED 3315
Foundations of Lit and Learn
Pre-Service Teaching Coursework
Required Courses:
EDPC 2350
or
TED 2350
Trauma Informed Practices in Ed
BIOL 1203
BIOL 1103
Introductory Biology
and Introductory Biology Lab
ENGL 4354
Writing Processes of Children
HIST 3317
History of Texas
MATH 3309
Proportn & Algebrc Reasong II
MSED 4309
Soc Stud Ed/Intermed/Middle Gr
TED 3350
or
CHIC 3311
SPAN 3312
Pedagogical Issues in Spanish
Post-EPP Admission Coursework
Required Courses:
MSED 4311
Teaching Sci/Intermed/Midle Gr
RED 4341
Teach, Learn and Assess of Lit
SPED 3310
Intro to Inclusive Spec Ed
Pathways to Success
- Apply for Student Teaching/Residency one full semester before the first planned Student Teaching/Residency semester.
-Certification exams must be successfully passed to enroll in
SCED 4380
: Secondary Student-Teaching Residency I in order to complete teacher certification requirements.
Educator Preparation Program (EPP) Admission Coursework
Residency I
Required Courses:
BED 4343
Teaching Academic English
MSED 4310
Teaching Math/Intermed/Mdle Gr
MSED 4390
Middle Grades Stu Teach Res I
Residency II
Required Courses:
EDT 4300
Educational Technology
MSED 4691
Middle Grades Stu Teach Res II
Total Hours
120
Middle Grades [4-8] English Language Arts/Reading, Social Studies with ESL Certification
(With Student Teaching Residency)
Required Credits: 120
Course List
Code
Title
Hours
Pathways to Success
-Aim for a 3.0 GPA or higher; maintain a minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA.
University Core Curriculum
Complete the University Core Curriculum requirements.
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College Designated Core
The following courses fulfill University Core and program requirements:
COMM 1301
Public Speaking
GEOL 1211
GEOL 1111
Principles of Earth Sciences
and Principles of Earth Sci - Lab
BIOL 1203
BIOL 1103
Introductory Biology
and Introductory Biology Lab
HIST 2301
World History to 1500
MATH 1320
Math for Social Sciences I
UNIV 1301
Seminar/Critical Inquiry
Pathways to Success
- Complete and pass the Qualifying Content Exam as soon as possible.
Supplementary Coursework
Required Courses:
BED 4340
Principles of Bilingual/ESL Ed
EDPC 2300
Intro to Child & Ad Devel
MATH 2303
Number Concepts
MATH 2304
Geometry & Measurement
PSCI 2303
Physical Science I
PSCI 3304
Physical Science II
TED 4355
Found. for Crit Teach & Learn
RED 3315
Foundations of Lit and Learn
Pathways to Success
- Apply to the Educator Preparation Program (EPP) one full semester before you plan to enroll in EPP Coursework. Check the Center for Student Success (CSS) website for admission requirements.
- Observation logs and reflection forms are to be submitted to the CSS for College of Education courses with a Field-Based Experience component.
Pre-Service Teaching Coursework
Required Courses:
Select three hours of upper-division History
HIST 33XX or 43XX
EDPC 2350
or
TED 2350
Trauma Informed Practices in Ed
ANTH 1310
Cultural Geography
or
GEOG 1310
Cultural Geography
or
SOCI 1310
Cultural Geography
TED 3350
or
CHIC 3311
ENGL 3306
Young Adult Literature
HIST 2302
World History Since 1500
HIST 3317
History of Texas
RED 4341
Teach, Learn and Assess of Lit
History Elective: Slelect one 3300 or 4300-level History course
Post-EPP Admission Coursework
ENGL 3351
The Dynamics of Language
ENGL 3353
Reading/Responding/Literature
MSED 4309
Soc Stud Ed/Intermed/Middle Gr
SPED 3310
Intro to Inclusive Spec Ed
Pathways to Success
- Apply for Student Teaching/Residency one full semester before the first planned Student Teaching/Residency semester.
- Certification exams must be successfully passed to enroll in
SCED 4380
: Secondary Student Teaching Residency I in order to complete teacher certification requirements.
Educator Preparation Program (EPP) Admission Coursework
Residency I
Required Courses:
BED 4343
Teaching Academic English
ENGL 3352
Reading and Writing Nonfiction
MSED 4390
Middle Grades Stu Teach Res I
Residency II
Required Courses:
EDT 4300
Educational Technology
MSED 4691
Middle Grades Stu Teach Res II
Total Hours
120
Middle Grades [4-8] Generalist with ESL Supplemental Certification
(With Student Teaching Residency)
Required Credits: 120
Course List
Code
Title
Hours
Pathways to Success
-Aim for a 3.0 GPA or higher; maintain a minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA.
University Core Curriculum
Complete the University Core Curriculum requirements.
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The following courses fulfill University Core and program requirements:
College Designated Core
Required Courses:
COMM 1301
Public Speaking
GEOL 1211
GEOL 1111
Principles of Earth Sciences
and Principles of Earth Sci - Lab
GEOL 1212
GEOL 1112
Principles of Earth Science
and Laboratory for Geology 1212
HIST 2302
World History Since 1500
STAT 1380
Statistical Literacy
UNIV 1301
Seminar/Critical Inquiry
Additional credit earned through College Designated Core completion equals 43 SCH total.
Pathways to Success
- Complete and pass the Qualifying Content Exam as soon as possible.
Supplementary Coursework
Required Courses:
BED 4340
Principles of Bilingual/ESL Ed
EDPC 2300
Intro to Child & Ad Devel
MATH 2303
Number Concepts
MATH 2304
Geometry & Measurement
MATH 3308
Proportn & Algebrc Reasong I
PSCI 2303
Physical Science I
PSCI 3304
Physical Science II
RED 3315
Foundations of Lit and Learn
TED 4355
Found. for Crit Teach & Learn
Pathways to Success
- Apply to the Educator Preparation Program (EPP) one full semester before you plan to enroll in EPP Coursework. Check the Center for Student Success (CSS) website for admission requirements.
- Observation logs and reflection forms are to be submitted to the CSS for EPP courses with a Field-Based Experience component.
Pre-Service Teaching Coursework
Required Courses:
EDPC 2350
or
TED 2350
Trauma Informed Practices in Ed
BIOL 1203
Introductory Biology
ESCI 1301
Intro to Environmental Sci
or
ASTR 1307
Elem Astronomy-Solar System
HIST 3317
History of Texas
MATH 3309
Proportn & Algebrc Reasong II
TED 3350
or
CHIC 3311
RED 4341
Teach, Learn and Assess of Lit
STAT 1380
Statistical Literacy
Post-EPP Admission Coursework
Required Courses:
BED 4343
Teaching Academic English
MSED 4309
Soc Stud Ed/Intermed/Middle Gr
SPED 3310
Intro to Inclusive Spec Ed
Pathways to Success
- Apply for Student Teaching Residency one full semester before the first planned Student Teaching Residency semester.
- Certification exams must be successfully passed to enroll in
SCED 4380
: Secondary Student Teaching Residency I in order to complete teacher certification requirements.
Educator Preparation Program (EPP) Coursework
Residency I
Required Courses:
MSED 4310
Teaching Math/Intermed/Mdle Gr
MSED 4311
Teaching Sci/Intermed/Midle Gr
MSED 4390
Middle Grades Stu Teach Res I
Residency II
EDT 4300
Educational Technology
MSED 4691
Middle Grades Stu Teach Res II
Total Hours
120
Middle Grades [4-8] Mathematics with ESL Certification
(With Student Teaching Residency)
Required Credits: 120
Course List
Code
Title
Hours
Pathways to Success
-Aim for a 3.0 GPA or higher; maintain a minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA.
University Core Curriculum
Complete the University Core Curriculum requirements.
42
College Designated Core (All courses require a grade of C or better.)
The following courses fulfill University Core and program requirements:
COMM 1301
Public Speaking
ASTR 1307
ASTR 1107
Elem Astronomy-Solar System
and Astronomy Lab I
PHYS 1403
General Physics I
MATH 1508
Precalculus
UNIV 1301
Seminar/Critical Inquiry
Pathways to Success
- Complete and pass the Qualifying Content Exam as soon as possible.
Supplementary Coursework
Required Courses:
BED 4340
Principles of Bilingual/ESL Ed
EDPC 2300
Intro to Child & Ad Devel
MATH 2303
Number Concepts
MATH 2304
Geometry & Measurement
MATH 3308
Proportn & Algebrc Reasong I
PSCI 2303
Physical Science I
PSCI 3304
Physical Science II
RED 3342
Content Area Literacy
TED 4355
Found. for Crit Teach & Learn
Pathways to Success
- Apply to the Educator Preparation Program (EPP) one full semester before you plan to enroll in EPP Coursework. Check the Center for Student Success (CSS) website for admission requirements.
- Observation logs and reflection forms are to be submitted to the CSS for College of Education courses with a Field-Based Experience component.
Pre-Service Teaching Coursework
EDPC 2350
or
TED 2350
Trauma Informed Practices in Ed
MATH 1411
Calculus I
MATH 2300
Discrete Mathematics
MATH 2325
Intro. to Higher Mathematics
MATH 3303
Fundmtl Numb Thry Adv Stndpt
MATH 3304
Fundamentals/Geometry Standpt
MATH 4302
Fund Math Concepts Grades 4-8
STAT 1380
Statistical Literacy
Post-EPP Admission Coursework
TED 3350
Computational Thinking for Educators
MTED 3330
Integ & Alter Rep of Math Prin
SPED 3310
Intro to Inclusive Spec Ed
Pathways to Success
- Apply for Student Teaching/Residency one full semester before the first planned Student Teaching/Residency semester.
- Certification exams must be successfully passed to enroll in
MSED 4691
: Middle Grades Student-Teaching Residency II in order to complete teacher certification requirements.
Educator Preparation Program (EPP) Coursework
Residency I
Required Courses:
BED 4343
Teaching Academic English
MSED 4310
Teaching Math/Intermed/Mdle Gr
MSED 4390
Middle Grades Stu Teach Res I
Residency II
Required Courses:
MSED 4691
Middle Grades Stu Teach Res II
Total Hours
120
Middle Grades [4-8] English Language Arts/Reading with ESL Certification
(With Student Teaching Residency)
Required Credits: 120
Course List
Code
Title
Hours
Pathways to Success
- Aim for a 3.0 GPA or higher; maintain a minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA.
University Core Curriculum
Complete the University Core Curriculum requirements.
42
College Designated Core (All courses required a grade of C or better.)
The following courses fulfill University Core and program requirements:
COMM 1301
Public Speaking
ENGL 2311
English Literature
or
ENGL 2312
English Literature
or
ENGL 2313
Intro to American Fiction
or
ENGL 2314
Intro to American Drama
GEOL 1211
GEOL 1111
Principles of Earth Sciences
and Principles of Earth Sci - Lab
GEOL 1212
GEOL 1112
Principles of Earth Science
and Laboratory for Geology 1212
or
BIOL 1203
BIOL 1103
Introductory Biology
and Introductory Biology Lab
STAT 1380
Statistical Literacy
UNIV 1301
Seminar/Critical Inquiry
Pathways to Success
- Complete and pass the Qualifying Content Exam as soon as possible.
Supplementary Coursework
Required Courses:
BED 4340
Principles of Bilingual/ESL Ed
EDPC 2300
Intro to Child & Ad Devel
MATH 2303
Number Concepts
MATH 2304
Geometry & Measurement
TED 3350
Computational Thinking for Educators
PSCI 2303
Physical Science I
PSCI 3304
Physical Science II
RED 3315
Foundations of Lit and Learn
TED 4355
Found. for Crit Teach & Learn
Pathways to Success
- Apply to the Educator Preparation Program (EPP) one full semester before you plan to enroll in EPP Coursework. Check the Center for Student Success (CSS) website for admission requirements.
- Observation logs and reflection forms are to be submitted to the CSS for College of Education courses with a Field-Based Experience component.
Pre-Service Teaching Coursework
Required Courses:
EDPC 2350
or
TED 2350
Trauma Informed Practices in Ed
ENGL 3300
Intro. to Literary Studies
ENGL 3303
Grammar and Writing
ENGL 3305
Children's Literature
ENGL 3306
Young Adult Literature
ENGL 3351
The Dynamics of Language
ENGL 4354
Writing Processes of Children
RED 4341
Teach, Learn and Assess of Lit
Post-EPP Admission Coursework
Required Courses:
BED 4343
Teaching Academic English
RED 3342
Content Area Literacy
SPED 3310
Intro to Inclusive Spec Ed
Pathways to Success
- Apply for Student Teaching Residency one full semester before the first planned Student Teaching Residency semester.
- Certification exams must be successfully passed to enroll in
MSED 4691
: Middle Grades Student-Teaching Residency II.
Educator Preparation Program (EPP) Admission Coursework
Residency I
Required Courses:
ENGL 3352
Reading and Writing Nonfiction
MSED 4390
Middle Grades Stu Teach Res I
RED 4338
Teach Lit/Lang Arts Ele Class
Residency II
Required Courses:
EDT 4300
Educational Technology
MSED 4691
Middle Grades Stu Teach Res II
Total Hours
120
All Level [EC-12] Special Education
(With Student Teaching Residency)
Required Credits: 120
Course List
Code
Title
Hours
Pathway to Success
- Complete and pass the THEA or TSI within the first two semesters.
- Plan on taking at least 15 SCH in Fall/Spring semesters and 3 to 6 SCH during Summer terms.
- Aim for a 3.0 GPA or higher; maintain a minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA.
University Core Curriculum
Complete the University Core Curriculum requirements.
42
College Designated Core (All courses require a grade of C or better)
The following courses fulfill University Core and program requirements:
ANTH 1310
Cultural Geography
or
GEOG 1310
Cultural Geography
or
SOCI 1310
Cultural Geography
COMM 1301
Public Speaking
GEOL 1211
GEOL 1111
Principles of Earth Sciences
and Principles of Earth Sci - Lab
GEOL 1212
GEOL 1112
Principles of Earth Science
and Laboratory for Geology 1212
HIST 2302
World History Since 1500
STAT 1380
Statistical Literacy
UNIV 1301
Seminar/Critical Inquiry
Pathways to Success
- Complete and pass the Qualifying Content Exam as soon as possible.
Supplementary Coursework
BED 4340
Principles of Bilingual/ESL Ed
EDPC 2300
Intro to Child & Ad Devel
MATH 2303
Number Concepts
MATH 2304
Geometry & Measurement
TED 3350
Computational Thinking for Educators
PSCI 2303
Physical Science I
PSCI 3304
Physical Science II
RED 3315
Foundations of Lit and Learn
Pathways for Success
- Apply to the Educator Preparation Program (EPP) one full semester before you plan to enroll in EPP Coursework. Check the Center for Student Success (CSS) website for admission requirements.
- Observation logs and reflection forms are to be submitted to the CSS for EPP courses with a Field-Based Experience component.
Pre-Service Teaching Coursework
Required Courses:
EDPC/TED 2350
Trauma Inform Practices in Ed
ELED 4309
Teach Social Studies Elem Clas
or
MSED 4309
Soc Stud Ed/Intermed/Middle Gr
RED 4341
Teach, Learn and Assess of Lit
SPED 3327
Tchg Students with Hi Inc Dis
SPED 3340
Tchg Students with Lo Inc Dis
SPED 3345
Literacy Instruction for SWDs
SPED 4330
Asmt for Ind Instr for SWDs
Post-EPP Admission Coursework
ELED 4311
Teaching Sci in Element Class
SPED 4200
Field-Based Experience & Prac
SPED 4100
Content Review SPED Specialist
1-3
or
MSED 4311
Teaching Sci/Intermed/Midle Gr
SPED 3310
Intro to Inclusive Spec Ed
SPED 4340
Transition Prog for SWDs
Pathways to Success
Educator Preparation Program (EPP) Coursework
Residency I
Required Courses:
BED 4343
Teaching Academic English
or
LING 3308
Second Language Teaching
ELED 4310
Teaching Math in Elem Class
or
MSED 4310
Teaching Math/Intermed/Mdle Gr
SPED 4365
Positive Beh Sup for SWD's
SPED 4393
Spec Ed Residency I
Residency II
EDT 4300
Educational Technology
SPED 4691
Spec Ed Residency II
Total Hours
120
Early Childhood Care & Education
Required Credits: 120
Course List
Code
Title
Hours
University Core Curriculum
Complete the University Core Curriculum requirements.
42
College of Education Required Coursework (66 SCH)
Required:
BED 3344
Parent & Community Adv in BED
BED 4340
Principles of Bilingual/ESL Ed
ECED 2300
EC Profession & Programming
ECED 2310
Infant Care and Education
ECED 2320
Toddler Care and Education
ECED 3300
Child Dev Appl to EC Practice
ECED 3305
Approaches to EC Care & Ed
ECED 3310
The Arts in the Early Years
ECED 3345
Design Learn Env EC Care & Ed
ECED 3350
Computational Thinking in the Early Years
ECED 3360
Observ & Assess Young Child
ECED 3380
STEAM Learning in Early Years
ECED 4300
Responsive Class Management
ECED 4320
Early Exper & Devel Brain
ECED 4335
Lang & Lit in the Early Years
ECED 4357
Play & Learn in the Early Yrs
ECED 4367
Manage & Lead EC Care & Ed
RED 3315
Foundations of Lit and Learn
SPED 3310
Intro to Inclusive Spec Ed
SPED 4350
Workshop in Special Education (Collab in Early Intervention)
SPED 4350
Workshop in Special Education (Behav Interven Yg Child)
TED 2350
Trauma Informed Practices in Ed
All College of Education Required Coursework require a combined minimum grade point of 3.0
Electives
Students work with their advisor to select 4 Elective Courses (12 SCH total) from the list below
12
BED 4309
Teaching SS in Bil Elem Class
BED 4311
Teaching Sci in Bil Elem Clsrm
BED 4343
Teaching Academic English
CHIC 3301
La Chicana
CHIC 3311
Chicano Studies: Societal Issu
DANC 2301
Improvisation
DANC 3322
Dance in the Global Context
EDPC 2300
Intro to Child & Ad Devel
ELED 4309
Teach Social Studies Elem Clas
ELED 4311
Teaching Sci in Element Class
ENGL 3305
Children's Literature
ENGL 4354
Writing Processes of Children
HSCI 3301
Community Health
HSCI 4101
Health Ed Elem Schl Teach Lab
KIN 4101
P.E. for the Classroom Teacher
MATH 2303
Number Concepts
MATH 2304
Geometry & Measurement
MATH 3305
Proportion and Algebra
PHIL 3303
Philosophy of Education
PSCI 2303
Physical Science I
PSCI 3304
Physical Science II
SOCI 1301
American Society
SOCI 2315
Soci of Marriage and Family
SOCI 3306
Cultural Diversity
SOCI 3327
Social Inequality
SOCI 3330
Language/Power on the Border
SOCI 3331
Family Violence
SPAN 3312
Pedagogical Issues in Spanish
SPED 3345
Literacy Instruction for SWDs
SPED 3327
Tchg Students with Hi Inc Dis
SPED 3340
Tchg Students with Lo Inc Dis
WS 3331
Gender & Popular Culture
Total Hours
120
Education and Community Studies
Required Credits: 120
Course List
Code
Title
Hours
University Core Curriculum
Complete the University Core Curriculum requirements.
42
College of Education Required Coursework
Required:
BED 3344
Parent & Community Adv in BED
BED 4340
Principles of Bilingual/ESL Ed
BED 4343
Teaching Academic English
ECED 3300
Child Dev Appl to EC Practice
or
EDPC 2300
Intro to Child & Ad Devel
ECED 3345
Design Learn Env EC Care & Ed
ECED 3380
STEAM Learning in Early Years
ECED 4300
Responsive Class Management
EDT 4300
Educational Technology
EDT 4374
Teach in Tech-Rich Classroom
or
EDT 4375
Tech, Assist Tools & Access
or
EDT 4376
Assess, Plan, Implement Tech
RED 3315
Foundations of Lit and Learn
RED 4300
Children & Youth Literacy Ed
or
RED 4310
Adult Literacy in Practice
RED 4355
Digital and Multimodal Literac
SPED 3310
Intro to Inclusive Spec Ed
STEM 4380
Informal Science Education
EDPC 2350
or
TED 2350
Trauma Informed Practices in Ed
TED 3350
Computational Thinking for Educators
TED 3330
Ed & Community: Crit Pedagogy
All College of Education Required Coursework require a combined minimum grade point of 3.0.
Electives
Students work with their academic advisor to select 9 Elective Courses (27 SCH) relevant to their career goals/community education area of interest.
27
Total Hours
120
University Core Curriculum (
A program may recommend specific courses. All courses require a C or better.)
I. Communication (six hours)
Course List
Code
Title
Hours
Courses in this category focus on developing ideas and expressing them clearly, considering the effect of the message, fostering understanding, and building the skills needed to communicate persuasively. Courses involve the command of oral, aural, written, and visual literacy skills that enable people to exchange messages appropriate to the subject, occasion, and audience. Course objectives for this component are: Critical Thinking Skills, Communication Skills, Teamwork, and Personal Responsibility.
Select six hours of the following:
For students whose secondary education was in English:
COMM 1611
Written and Oral Communication
ENGL 1313
Writing About Literature
RWS 1301
Rhetoric & Composition I
RWS 1302
Rhetoric & Composition 2
RWS 1601
Rhetoric, Composition & Comm
For students whose secondary education was not in English:
ESOL 1311
Expos Engl Compos-Spkr Esl
ESOL 1312
Res & Crit Writng Spkr Esl
TOTAL HOURS
II. American History (six hours)
Course List
Code
Title
Hours
Courses in this category focus on the consideration of past events and ideas relative to the United States, with the option of including Texas History for a portion of this component area. Courses involve the interaction among individuals, communities, states, the nation, and the world, considering how these interactions have contributed to the development of the United States and its global role. Course objectives for this component are: Critical Thinking Skills, Communication Skills, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.
HIST 1301
History of U.S. to 1865
HIST 1302
History of U.S. Since 1865
TOTAL HOURS
III. Language, Philosophy & Culture (three hours)
Course List
Code
Title
Hours
Courses in this category focus on how ideas, values, beliefs, and other aspects of culture express and affect human experience. Courses involve the exploration of ideas that foster aesthetic and intellectual creation in order to understand the human condition across cultures. Course objectives for this component are: Critical Thinking Skills, Communication Skills, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.
Select one of the following:
ANTH 2325
Language in Culture & Society
AFST 2300
Intro-African Amer Studies
CHIC 2302
Latina/o Presence in the U.S.
ENGL 2311
English Literature
ENGL 2312
English Literature
ENGL 2313
Intro to American Fiction
ENGL 2314
Intro to American Drama
ENGL 2318
Intro to American Poetry
ENGL 2325
Language in Culture & Society
FREN 2322
Making of the "Other" Americas
HIST 2301
World History to 1500
HIST 2302
World History Since 1500
LING 2325
Language in Culture & Society
PHIL 1301
Introduction to Philosophy
PHIL 2306
Ethics
RS 1301
Introduct to Religious Studies
SPAN 2340
Seeing & Naming: Conversations
WS 2300
Introduction to Womens Studies
WS 2350
Global Feminisms
TOTAL HOURS
IV. Mathematics (three hours)
Course List
Code
Title
Hours
Courses in this category focus on quantitative literacy in logic, patterns, and relationships. Courses involve the understanding of key mathematical concepts and the application of appropriate quantitative tools to everyday experience. Course objectives for this component are: Critical Thinking Skills, Communication Skills, and Empirical & Quantitative Skills.
Select one of the following:
MATH 1309
College Algebra
MATH 1310
Trigonometry and Conics
MATH 1319
Math in the Modern World
MATH 1320
Math for Social Sciences I
MATH 1411
Calculus I
MATH 1508
Precalculus
MATH 2301
Math for Social Sciences II
STAT 1380
Statistical Literacy
STAT 2480
Elementary Statistical Methods
TOTAL HOURS
V. Life & Physical Sciences (six hours)
Course List
Code
Title
Hours
Courses in this category focus on describing, explaining, and predicting natural phenomena using the scientific method. Courses involve the understanding of interactions among natural phenomena and the implications of scientific principles on the physical world and on experiences. Course objectives for this component are: Critical Thinking Skills, Communication Skills, Empirical & Quantitative Skills, and Teamwork.
Required: Lecture/Lab Sequence plus Additional Lecture
ASTR 1107
Astronomy Lab I
ASTR 1307
Elem Astronomy-Solar System
ASTR 1308
Elem Astr Stars & Galaxies
BIOL 1103
Introductory Biology Lab
BIOL 1104
Human Biology Laboratory
BIOL 1107
Topics in Study of Life I
BIOL 1108
Organismal Biology Laboratory
BIOL 1203
Introductory Biology
BIOL 1304
Human Biology
BIOL 1305
General Biology
BIOL 1306
Organismal Biology
BIOL 2111
Human Anat/Physio Lab I
BIOL 2113
Human Anat/Physio Lab II
BIOL 2311
Human Anat/Physiology I
BIOL 2313
Human Anat/Physiology II
CHEM 1105
Laboratory for CHEM 1305
CHEM 1106
Laboratory for CHEM 1306
CHEM 1107
Intro General Chemistry Lab
CHEM 1108
Intro Organic & Biochem Lab
CHEM 1305
General Chemistry
CHEM 1306
General Chemistry
CHEM 1307
Intro to General Chemistry
CHEM 1308
Intro Organic & Biochemistry
ESCI 1101
Environmental Sci. Lab
ESCI 1102
Non-major Lab for ESCI 1301
ESCI 1301
Intro to Environmental Sci
GEOG 1106
Laboratory for GEOG 1306
GEOG 1306
Physical Geography
GEOL 1103
Lab for GEOL 1313
GEOL 1104
Lab for GEOL 1314
GEOL 1111
Principles of Earth Sci - Lab
GEOL 1112
Laboratory for Geology 1212
GEOL 1211
Principles of Earth Sciences
GEOL 1212
Principles of Earth Science
GEOL 1230
The Blue Planet
GEOL 1231
Natural Hazards
GEOL 1313
Intro to Physical Geology
GEOL 1314
Intro to Historical Geol
HSCI 2302
Fundamentals of Nutrition
HSCI 2303
Wellness Dynamics
MICR 2330
Microorganisms and Disease
PHYS 1403
General Physics I
PHYS 1404
General Physics II
PHYS 2120
Laboratory for PHYS 2320
PHYS 2121
Laboratory for PHYS 2321
PHYS 2320
Introductory Mechanics
PHYS 2321
Introductory Electromagnetism
TOTAL HOURS
VI. Political Science (six hours)
Course List
Code
Title
Hours
Courses in this category focus on consideration of the Constitution of the United States and the constitutions of the states, with special emphasis on that of Texas. Courses involve the analysis of governmental institutions, political behavior, civic engagement, and their political and philosophical foundations. Course objectives for this component are: Critical Thinking Skills, Communication Skills, Social Responsibility and Personal Responsibility.
Required Courses:
POLS 2310
Introduction to Politics
POLS 2311
American Gover & Politics
TOTAL HOURS
VII. Social & Behavioral Sciences (three hours)
Course List
Code
Title
Hours
Courses in this category focus on the application of empirical and scientific methods that contribute to the understanding of what makes us human. Courses involve the exploration of behavior and interactions among individuals, groups, institutions, and events, examining their impact on the individual, society, and culture. Course objectives for this component are: Critical Thinking Skills, Communication Skills, Empirical & Quantitative Skills, and Social Responsibility.
Select one of the following:
ANTH 1301
Origins of Humanity
ANTH 1302
World Cultures
ANTH 1310
Cultural Geography
ANTH 2320
Introduction to Human Language
ASIA 2300
Asian American Studies
CE 2326
Econ for Engrs & Scientists
CHIC 2311
Intro to Chicano Studies
COMM 2350
Interpersonal Communication
COMM 2372
Mass Media and Society
ECON 2303
Principles of Macroeconomics
ECON 2304
Principles of Microeconomics
EDPC 1301
Introduction to Ed Psychology
EDU 1342
Action Research in Classrooms
ENGL 2320
Introduction to Human Language
GEOG 1310
Cultural Geography
LEAD 2300
Leadership in Action
LING 2320
Introduction to Human Language
LING 2340
Lang. Inside & Out: Sel Topics
PSYC 1301
Introduction to Psychology
SOCI 1301
American Society
SOCI 1310
Cultural Geography
TOTAL HOURS
VIII. Creative Arts
Course List
Code
Title
Hours
Courses in this category focus on the appreciation and analysis of creative artifacts and works of the human imagination. Courses involve the synthesis and interpretation of artistic expression and enable critical, creative, and innovative communication about works of art. Course objectives for this component are: Critical Thinking Skills, Communication Skills, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility.
Select one of the following:
ART 1300
Art Appreciation
ARTH 1305
History of Art I
ARTH 1306
History of Art II
CHIC 1311
Chicana/o Fine Arts Appreciat
CRW 2373
Writing in the Contemp World
DANC 1304
Introduction to Dance
FILM 1390
Intro-Art of Motion Pict.
MUSL 1324
Music Appreciation
MUSL 1327
Jazz to Rock
MUSL 2321
Music, Culture, and Society
THEA 1313
Introduction to Theatre
TOTAL HOURS
IX. Component Area Option (six hours)
Course List
Code
Title
Hours
a. A minimum of 3 SCH must meet the definition and corresponding Core Objectives specified in one of the foundational component areas. b. As an option for up to 3 semester credit hours of the Component Area Option, an institution may select course(s) that: (i) Meet(s) the definition specified for one or more of the foundational component areas; and (ii) Include(s) a minimum of three Core Objectives, including Critical Thinking Skills, Communication Skills, and one of the remaining Core Objectives of the institution's choice.
ANTH 1312
Science and Society
ANTH 1313
Human Variation
BUSN 1301
Intro to Global Business
COMM 1301
Public Speaking
COMM 1302
Business/Profession Comm
CS 1310
Intro-Computational Thinking
CS 1320
Computer Programming Sci/Engr
EL 1301
Eng Innovation and Leadership
ENGR 1302
Engineering Design Experience
ENGR 1303
Applied Engineering Analysis
KIN 1301
Physcl Actvty for Hth & Well
LEAD 1300
Introduction to Leadership
SCI 1301
Inquiry in Math & Science
SOCI 1312
Science and Society
SPLP 1312
Comm. Var. Across the Lifespan
UNIV 1301
Seminar/Critical Inquiry
TOTAL HOURS
4-Year Sample Degree Plan
Course List
Code
Title
Hours
BS IN EDUCATION
FRESHMAN
Fall
BIOL 1203
BIOL 1103
Introductory Biology
and Introductory Biology Lab
MATH 2303
Number Concepts
RWS 1301
Rhetoric & Composition I
STAT 1380
Statistical Literacy
UNIV 1301
Seminar/Critical Inquiry
Spring
COMM 1301
Public Speaking
HIST 1301
History of U.S. to 1865
PSCI 2303
Physical Science I
RWS 1302
Rhetoric & Composition 2
Creative Arts Elective
SOPHOMORE
Fall
GEOL 1313
GEOL 1103
Intro to Physical Geology
and Lab for GEOL 1313
HIST 1302
History of U.S. Since 1865
MATH 2304
Geometry & Measurement
POLS 2310
Introduction to Politics
PSCI 3304
Physical Science II
Spring
ANTH 1310
Cultural Geography
or
GEOG 1310
Cultural Geography
or
SOCI 1310
Cultural Geography
ENGL 3305
Children's Literature
or
ENGL 4354
Writing Processes of Children
HIST 2302
World History Since 1500
POLS 2311
American Gover & Politics
JUNIOR
Fall
EDPC 2300
Intro to Child & Ad Devel
KIN 4101
P.E. for the Classroom Teacher
or
HSCI 4101
Health Ed Elem Schl Teach Lab
Concentration course
Concentration course
Concentration course
Concentration course
Spring
KIN 4101
P.E. for the Classroom Teacher
or
HSCI 4101
Health Ed Elem Schl Teach Lab
MATH 3305
Proportion and Algebra
Concentration course
Concentration course
Concentration course
SENIOR
Fall
SPED 3310
Intro to Inclusive Spec Ed
Concentration course
Concentration course
Concentration course
Spring
Student Teaching Residency I
Concentration course
Concentration course
Concentration course
Fall
Student Teaching Residency II
Concentration course
Total Hours
120