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2013-2014 General Catalog (Spring 2014)

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Early Childhood Education - BS (Family, Consumer, and Human Development)

Emma Eccles Jones College of Education and Human Services

Department of Family, Consumer, and Human Development

Early Childhood Education Major

Majors in early childhood education are licensed to teach in preschool, kindergarten, and grades 1-3. Several practica and field experiences with children are provided, and a subject matter emphasis is selected. This major is a cooperative effort between the Department of Family, Consumer, and Human Development and the Elementary Education Program in the School of Teacher Education and Leadership (TEAL). Students are required to complete a student teaching practicum in a preschool program, a kindergarten, and in the public schools grades 1, 2, or 3. Additional materials describing the ECE major in the Department of Family, Consumer, and Human Development are available from the advisors in FL 205.

University Studies Requirements

Early Childhood Education Majors are required to take certain classes to fulfill the University Studies requirements. The following sections list the specific courses to choose from:

Quantitative Literacy (QL) (3 credits)

STAT 1040 - Introduction to Statistics (QL) 3

Breadth Requirements (21 credits)

Choose one course from the following to meet BAI requirement:

Choose one course from the following to meet BCA requirement:

Choose one course from the following to meet BHU requirement:

Choose one course from the following to meet BSS requirement:

Choose one course from the following to meet BLS requirement:

Complete PHYS 1200 (4 cr) and choose one course from the following to meet BPS requirement:

Depth Education Requirements

Communications Intensive (CI) (2 courses)

ELED 3000 - Historical, Social, and Cultural Foundations of Education and School Practicum (CI) 4-6 (6 credits required)
ELED 4030 - Teaching Language Arts and Practicum Level III (CI) 3
( and are included in major requirements.)

Quantitative Intensive (QI) (1 course)

(A grade lower than a C- will not be accepted in this course.)

MATH 2020 - Mathematics for Elementary School Teachers(QI) 3
(Prereq: C- or better in , Math ACT score of 25 or higher, or Math SAT score of 580 or higher; also required to apply to the Teacher Education Program)

Depth Course Requirements (4 credits minimum)

Complete at least 4 credits in approved University Studies depth courses designated DSC, DHA, or DSS (outside of area of emphasis).

Early Childhood Education Major (80 credits) (minimum 2.75 GPA)

Offered in Conjunction with School of TEAL.

Note: Grades lower than a C will not be accepted in the major.

Admission criteria for the Teacher Education Program include: completion of 30 credits with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.75, successful performance on the ACT exam, successfully passing the Teacher Education Writing Exam, a speech and hearing test, and high potential as a teacher as judged by performance in a small-group interview. Admission is limited to ensure a quality program and by the availability of space.

Students majoring in Early Childhood Education must complete all of the following courses as indicated.

Level I (6 credits)

See note ¹

Level II (14 credits)

See note ²

Students must be officially admitted to the Teacher Education Program prior to Level II.

ELED 3000 - Historical, Social, and Cultural Foundations of Education and School Practicum (CI) 4-6 (4 credits required)
ELED 3005 - Beginning Classroom Management 1
FCHD 2600 - Seminar in Early Childhood Education 2
FCHD 2630 - Practicum in Early Childhood Education 2-5
PSY 3660 - Educational Psychology for Teachers 2
(Level II courses must be taken concurrently.)
ELED 3100 - Classroom Reading Instruction 3 ( may be taken during transition semester, if desired.) ²

Transition (11 credits)

Level III (16 credits; must follow Level II)

ELED 4000 - Teaching Science and Practicum Level III 3
ELED 4005 - Intermediate Classroom Management 1
ELED 4030 - Teaching Language Arts and Practicum Level III (CI) 3
ELED 4040 - Assessment and Instruction for Struggling Readers (CI) 3
ELED 4050 - Teaching Social Studies and Practicum Level III 3
ELED 4060 - Teaching Mathematics and Practicum Level III 3
(Level III courses must be taken concurrently.)

Level IV (21 credits)

ELED 5050 - Student Teaching - Kindergarten 3-6 (6 credits required)
ELED 5100 - Student Teaching - Primary (Grades 1-3) 6
ELED 5250 - Advanced Classroom Management and Student Teaching Seminar 3
FCHD 4960 - Practice Teaching in Child Development Laboratories 3 or 6 ⁴ (6 credits required)
(Level IV courses must be taken during two semesters.)

Emphasis (12 credits)

Descriptions of available emphasis areas are shown below.

Electives (if needed to complete 120 credits)

Choose Breadth Electives from the following courses:

Early Childhood Areas of Emphasis

Students majoring in Early Childhood Education are required to complete 12 credits in an area of emphasis. The area of emphasis must be chosen from the following fields: Language Arts, Social Studies, Mathematics/General Science, General Science, Fine Arts, Art, Music, Physical Education, Health/Wellness/Nutrition, Foreign Language, School Library Media, or English as a Second Language. Students must choose two upper-division courses numbered 3000 or above.

Requirements for the areas of emphasis are listed below and on the following pages. Grades lower than C- will not be accepted in the areas of emphasis.

Language Arts Emphasis (12 credits)

Select two courses from each group. Remaining courses (if any) may be selected from any of the courses listed.

Listening and Speaking

Reading and Writing

Electives

Social Studies Emphasis (12 credits)

The purpose of this area is to offer students the opportunity to broaden their understanding of social studies. Students should select courses from at least three areas to constitute the 12 credits required.

Anthropology

Economics

Political Science

Sociology

Geography

History

Additional Courses

Mathematics/General Science Emphasis (12 credits)

Choose one course from each category: Mathematics, Physical Science, and Biological (Life) Science. Remaining credits may be chosen from any category.

Mathematics

Physical Science

General Science Emphasis (12 credits)

Choose science courses from the preceding lists. One course must be from the Physical Science category and one must be from the Biological (Life) Science category. Remaining credits may be chosen from either category.

Fine Arts Emphasis (12 credits)

Students must select a minimum of 2 credits in each art form. Remaining credits may be taken in the art form of the student’s choice.

Dance:

Music:

Theatre:

Visual Art:

Art Emphasis (12 credits)

Early Childhood Education majors should consult with their advisor before choosing this emphasis.

Music Emphasis (12 credits)

Physical Education Emphasis (12 credits)

Health/Wellness/Nutrition Emphasis (12 credits)

Foreign Language Emphasis (12 credits)

A foreign language area of emphasis may be designed by a student, provided it is limited to one language.

School Library Media Certification

This certification will fulfill the emphasis requirement for Early Childhood Education majors. For a list of required courses, contact the .

English as a Second Language (ESL) Endorsement

This endorsement will fulfill the emphasis requirement for Early Childhood Education majors. For a list of required courses, students should contact their advisor. (Completing 12 credits toward the ESL Endorsement will fulfill an ESL Emphasis.)

Optional Supporting Area in Parenting for Early Childhood Education Majors (17 credits)

The Early Childhood Education requirements can be met and then additional credits taken to complete a supporting area in parenting. This may enhance employment opportunities in school districts, child care, and preschools where there is a strong commitment to a parent involvement program, or as an instructor for community adult education programs.

Note:

¹These courses are prerequisites to Level II.

²,or , may be taken concurrently with Level II courses, allowing students to earn 14-15 credits during their Level II semester. Log into Access for information about when these courses will be taught.

³ and must be taken after completion of Level II.

⁴Students must apply for three full semesters in advance of taking the class. Apply in Family Life 205.

⁵ is highly recommended.

Minimum University Requirements

Total Credits	120
Grade Point Average (most majors require higher GPA)	2.00 GPA
Credits of C- or better	100
Credits of upper-division courses (#3000 or above)	40
USU Credits (30 USU credits, 20 of which must be upper-division courses, 10 of which must be courses required for student’s major)	30 USU credits
Completion of approved major program of study	See college advisor
Credits in minor (if required)	12
Credits in American Institutions (;, or ; ; ; or )	3
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