Faculty of Education

Professor: Bergeron

Senior Lecturer: Wenhart

Lecturers: Gryder, Hopper, Prest

ELEMENTARY EDUCATION—B.A.E. - Back to Top

Program Overview - Back to Top

The Elementary Education program at ASU East is unique in its focus on intensive field experiences, practical application of current theory, and emphasis on technology. The newly revised curriculum is also focused on and directly aligned with Arizona’s standards for teachers. Courses are arranged sequentially and taken with peer cohorts in four semester-long blocks. Each semester Elementary Education students are immersed in field experiences that directly link with course discussions and assignments. Course instructors have taught in a variety of K–8 settings and can therefore augment class experiences with practical applications. Current educational technologies are incorporated into course delivery and assignments. Additionally, students have the opportunity to choose between the daytime Elementary Education program at the ASU East campus or participate in one of the campus’s district-based evening cohorts.

Graduation Requirements - Back to Top

A total of 120 semester hours is required for graduation with a minimum of 45 semester hours of upper-division credit. As part of the undergraduate degree program, students will complete ASU General Studies (see “General Studies”) requirements. In addition, Elementary Education students are required to complete 18 semester hours in an academic specialization, which is tailored to an individual student’s academic strengths (e.g., math, science, social studies, English). The remaining program hours, which specifically focus on the teaching profession, are outlined below. Students must first be admitted to the ASU East Elementary Education program before enrolling in the Professional Preparation Program courses (Blocks I–IV).

Postbaccalaureate Program. Individuals who hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution are encouraged to participate in the Elementary Education program as nondegree graduate students. Postbaccalaureate students complete the same professional preparation program courses as outlined above, which are augmented by the students’ unique life and work experiences.

In addition to participation in any of the four-semester undergraduate Elementary Education programs, postbaccalaureate students also have the option of an accelerated program. This intensive 13-month program begins each May, and is offered in conjunction with the Williams Community School located adjacent to the ASU East campus. The application deadline for this specific program is April 15.

For more information, call 480/727-1103.

Application. Applications for the ASU East Elementary Education programs are due October 15 for spring admission, and May 15 for fall admission. Students eligible for admission must meet the following criteria:

1. ladmission to ASU East;
    
2. a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50;
    
3. completion of at least 56 semester hours at the time of admission (undergraduate degree-seeking students); or, completion of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (postbaccalaureate students);
    
4. evidence of competence in written English.
    

Applications include two letters of recommendation and a résumé outlining work with school-age children and/or their families. Students should call the ASU East Teacher Education Office at 480/727-1103 for complete admission packet information and eligibility requirements.

State Certification. Students who successfully complete the undergraduate or postbaccalaureate routes to Elementary Education teacher preparation at ASU East are recommended for K–8 certification in the State of Arizona pending the completion of all other requirements mandated by the state. These additional requirements include, but are not limited to, successful completion of all appropriate areas of the Arizona Education Proficiency Assessment and course work in the United States and Arizona constitutions. Because of the possibility that requirements for state certification may change, students are urged to maintain close contact with their education advisor.

Advising Information. It is important for all students to work closely with an ASU East academic advisor to ensure that their overall curriculum is coherent and best reflects their unique academic talents. For the latest information about application, admissions, program requirements, and courses, access the Web site at www.east.asu.edu/ecollege/elementaryed, or call the ASU East Teacher Education Office at 480/727-1103.

Applied Biological Sciences Concentration - Back to Top

Program Overview. Applied Biological Sciences majors can complete requirements for state certification in Secondary Biology through a concentration in applied biological sciences/secondary education. See “Applied Biological Sciences/Secondary Education Concentration.” Students complete course work in the applied biology core, science content courses related to secondary biology, and courses specific to the secondary education curriculum and instruction. The program concludes with full-time student teaching in secondary science classrooms.

Application. Students interested in pursuing the applied biological sciences/secondary education concentration need to be admitted into the Teacher Education unit before taking the secondary methods courses (usually during the junior year). The following requirements for admission to the applied biological sciences/secondary education concentration mirror those of acceptance into other education programs at ASU East. Requirements for entry include

1. lcompletion of 56 semester hours;
    
2. a 2.50 cumulative GPA;
    
3. a 2.50 GPA within the major (Applied Biological Sciences);
    
4. proficiency in written English, met in one of the following ways: (a) GPA of 3.00 in ENG 101 and 102 (or equivalent) or (b) successful completion of a written proficiency exam; and
    
5. formal application to the ASU East Education program, including two letters of recommendation and current résumé—the résumé and letters outlining the candidate’s experiences with adolescents and/or their families and show proficiency in the content (i.e., applied biological sciences).
    

Graduation Requirements. A total of 120 semester hours is required for graduation with a minimum of 45 semester hours of upper-division credit. As part of the undergraduate degree program, students will complete ASU General Studies (see “General Studies”). Courses specific to the applied biological sciences/secondary education concentration are outlined below:

Advising Information. Students interested in the applied biological sciences/secondary education concentration must participate in dual advising—both applied biological sciences and education. Education advising is required at the time a student seeks admission to the Education unit. However, students are encouraged to seek advisement from Education as soon as they decide to pursue the secondary education concentration. For more information about application, admission, program requirements, and courses, visit the ASU East Teacher Education Office, COMM2, call 480/727-1103, or access the Web site at www.east.asu.edu/ecollege/education.

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