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ADULT EVENING EDUCATION DEGREE PROGRAM
Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education
Asbury College's Education Program is ranked number 1 in the state of Kentucky (2006). The Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education prepares students to become teachers in elementary education programs, work in related fields, and prepare for graduate school. ACHIEVE is pleased to partner with the Education Department to ensure that teachers with a Christian perspective and a passion for sharing Christ are well equipped to assume the important task of educating our most valuable treasure - our children.
Course Sequence
SEMESTER 1
Module 1 Introduction to Education and Lab Component (3 hrs.)
Module 2 Tech for Education and Lab Component (3 hrs.)
Module 3 Grammar and Composition (3 hrs.)
Module 4 Elementary School Math I (2 hrs.)
Module 5 Human Growth and Development (3 hrs.)
SEMESTER 2
Module 6 Elementary School Math II (3 hrs.)
Module 7 Exceptional Learner (3 hrs.)
Module 8 Children's Literature (3 hrs.)
Module 9 Elementary School Math III (3 hrs.)
SEMESTER 3
Module 10 Language Arts and Practicum (3 hrs.)
Module 11 Teaching of Reading (2 hrs.)
Module 12 Social Studies and Science Content (3 hrs.)
Module 13 Social Studies Methods (2 hrs.)
Module 14 Elementary Math/Science Methods (3 hrs.)
SEMESTER 4
Module 15 Arts/Humanities and Practical Living (3 hrs.)
Module 16 Learning Theories and Performance Assessment (3 hrs.)
Module 17 Literacy Assessment (3 hrs.)
Module 18 Classroom Management (3 hrs.)
SEMESTER 5
Module 19 Professional Prep Seminar (1 hr.)
Module 20 Student Teaching (12 hrs.)
Course Descriptions
ED 200 Introduction to Education - Introduction to historical and contemporary dynamics of education in America
ED 210 Practicum: Level I Field Component - Field experience enhances ED 200, providing in-depth observation in public schools
ED 220 Technology for Education - Concepts of computer usage, productivity tools, and computer application in classrooms
ENG 240 Grammar and Composition - Interdisciplinary approach and review of basic grammar; strong focus on writing process and grammar integration
MAT 162 Elementary School Mathematics I - Emphasis on number system skills and concepts of whole numbers through rational numbers
ED 230 Human Growth and Development - Study of physical, emotional, social, cognitive, and moral aspects of human life span development from birth to young adult
MAT 261 Elementary School Mathematics I - Emphasis on the notions and concepts related to two-and three-dimensional geometry
ED 320 Exceptional Learner in the General Education Classroom - Introduction to field of special education and learning needs of exceptional children
ENG 360 Children's Literature - Survey of literature suitable for presentation to elementary school level children
MAT 262 Elementary School Mathematics III - Emphasis on concepts related to the real number system, elementary probability and statistics, and consumer mathematics
ED 341 Reading and Language Arts Methods and Materials - Study of current methods and materials useful in teaching children to read, write, and develop proper language skills
ED 400 Practicum: Level II Field Experience - Field experience provides opportunity to connect theory and practice through extended placement, opportunity to teach, and in-depth interaction with classroom teachers and students
ED 342 Teaching of Reading - Direct approaches to teaching reading, including phonics, other word identification techniques, and comprehension strategies
EDA 374 Social Studies and Science Content in the Elementary Classroom - Overview of content knowledge in social studies and science required to deliver instruction and assess that content in the K-5 grades
ED 360 Social Studies Methods and Materials - Exploration of methods, materials, and motivational techniques in teaching social studies
ED 380 Elementary Math and Science Methods - Methods, materials, and motivational techniques for teaching math and science
EDA 376 Arts and Humanities and Practical Living/Vocational Content in the Elementary Classroom - Overview of content knowledge in arts and humanities and practical living/vocational to deliver instruction and assess content
ED 405 Learning Theories and Performance Assessment - Examines classical motivation and cognitive development learning theories of human behavior
ED 350 Literacy Assessment - Introduction to methods of language arts assessment
ED 410 Classroom Management - Examination of basic discipline technologies and practical application of effective classroom environments for instruction delivery
EDA 407 Professional Preparation Seminar - Provides skills and knowledge to complete a successful student teaching experience
ED 999 Student Teaching - Provides equivalence of at least 12 weeks of full-time placement with a cooperating teacher to include opportunities and responsibilities required of teachers in a first teaching position
