Elementary Education (P-5) Teaching, Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Upon completion of a degree in Elementary Education, candidates will:
- demonstrate specific pedagogical skills and content knowledge necessary to perform as effective elementary educators;
- demonstrate understanding and appreciation for students and families from diverse socioeconomic, cultural, learning and ethnic backgrounds as demonstrated through course observations, assignments and/or reflections.
Candidates have a choice of:
- Elementary only; or
- Dual Certification in Elementary and Special Education
(See catalog for Learning and Behavior Disorders + Elementary or Deaf and Hard of Hearing + Elementary.)
Program Requirements
CIP Code: 13.1202
Summary Checklist for General Education
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Element 1 | ||
| A: Written Communication | 3 | |
| B: Written Communication | 3 | |
| C: Oral Communication | 3 | |
| Element 2 | ||
| Quantitative Reasoning | 3 | |
| Element 3 | ||
| A: Arts | 3 | |
| B: Humanities | 3 | |
| Element 4 | ||
| Natural Sciences | 6 | |
| Element 5 | ||
| A: Historical Science | 3 | |
| B: Social Behavioral Science | 3 | |
| Element 6 | ||
| Diversity of Perspectives Experiences | 6 | |
| Total Hours | 36 | |
Students are expected to complete Elements 1 and 2 within their first 60 hours of college credit.
Major
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| University Graduation Requirements | ||
| General Education | 36 | |
| Student Success Seminar | ||
| Choose from one of the following: | 1 | |
| Student Success Seminar (waived for transfers with 30+ hrs.) | ||
| Engaging in Honors (waived for transfers with 30+ hrs.) | ||
| Upper division courses (42 hrs. distributed throughout Major/Supporting/Gen Ed/Free Electives categories) | ||
| Major Requirements | ||
| Core Courses | ||
| ELE 103 | Creative Thinking through Performance and Visual Arts | 3 |
| ELE 201 | Practical Living | 2 |
| ELE 420 | Professional Growth Seminar | 1 |
| ELE 421 | Advanced Math Pedag & Assess | 2 |
| ELE 422 | Advanced Language Arts Pedagogy and Assessment | 2 |
| ELE 423 | Advanced Social Studies Pedagogy and Assessment | 2 |
| ELE 424 | Advanced Science Pedagogy and Assessment | 2 |
| ELE 445 | Foundations of Reading/ Language Arts | 3 |
| ELE 475 | Diagnosing & Remediating reading Difficulties | 3 |
| EME 301 | Mathematical Concepts for P-9 III | 3 |
| or MAE 302 | Mathematical Concepts for P-9 III | |
| EME 313 | Interdisciplinary Approach to Social Studies Teaching | 2 |
| LIB 301 | Children's Literature and Related Materials | 3 |
| or LIB 301S | Children's Literature and Related Materials | |
| Professional Education Requirements | ||
| EDC 106 | Culturally Responsive Perspectives | 3 |
| EDC 300 | Differentiation in Inclusive Classrooms | 3 |
| EDF 203 | Educational Foundations | 3 |
| EDF 204 | Emerging Instructional Technologies | 2 |
| EDF 219 | Human Development and Learning | 3 |
| EDF 413 | Assessment in Education | 3 |
| EMS 300W | Curriculum and Instructional Design | 3 |
| EMS 490 | Classroom & Behavior Management | 3 |
| Special Education Introduction (Element 6) G | ||
| Clinical Experiences: | ||
| CED 100 | Clinical I: Introduction to the Education Profession | 0 |
| CED 200 | Clinical II: Understanding the Learner | 0 |
| CED 300 | Clinical III: Curriculum and Instructional Design | 0.5 |
| CED 400 | Clinical IV: Diagnosis and Prescription | 0.5 |
| CED 450 | Clinical V: Practicing Teaching | 1 |
| CED 499 | Clinical VI: The Professional Semester | 12 |
| Supporting Course Requirements | ||
| Choose from 21 hours of supporting courses | 21 | |
| Social Science: | ||
| Element 5A and 5B G | ||
| American Civilization to 1877 | ||
or HON 312W | Honors Seminar in the Social and Behavioral Sciences:___ | |
| Introduction to American Government | ||
| Regions and Nations of the World | ||
| English: | ||
Element 3B G | ||
| Enjoying Literature | ||
| Enjoying Literature | ||
| Survey of World Literature I | ||
| Survey of World Literature II | ||
| Advanced Composition for Teachers | ||
| Teaching Grammar and Punctuation P-8 | ||
| Natural Sciences/Engineering: | ||
| Inquiry Biology for Teachers (Element 4) G | ||
| Earth Science for Elementary Teachers (Element 4) G | ||
| Inquiry Physical Science for Elementary Teachers | ||
| Engineering in Classroom Context | ||
| Mathematics: | ||
| Algebra with Applications (Element 2) (or higher) G | ||
| Mathematical Concepts for P-9 I and Mathematical Concepts for Middle and Elementary School Teachers II | ||
| Exit Requirements | ||
| PRAXIS Examination: | ||
| Students must register for and take the PRAXIS exam which correlates to their degree program, per College of Education requirements. Refer to Degree Works for exam details. The PRAXIS exam must be taken prior to student teaching. | ||
| Total Hours | 123 | |
- G
Course also satisfies a General Education element. Hours are included within the 36 hr. General Education requirement above.
PRAXIS Disclaimer: Kentucky educator certification requirements are subject to change. Before registering for the test(s), please check the Education Professional Standards Board website at www.epsb.ky.gov for current test requirements and current cut scores. You may also contact the Division of Certification at (502)-564-5846.