Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education
B.A. Learning Outcomes
The bachelor of arts in education degree leads to recommendation for Oregon licensure at two levels of authorization: early childhood and elementary education or elementary and middle level education. Additional endorsements may also be completed with additional hours of study. General degree outcomes are listed below. Candidates for the degree will be able to meet Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission authorization standards:
- Plan instruction that supports student progress in learning in multiple subject areas and is appropriate for the early childhood, elementary, or middle developmental levels.
- Establish a classroom climate conducive to learning.
- Engage students in planned learning activities.
- Evaluate, act upon, and report student progress in learning.
- Exhibit professional behaviors, ethics, and values.
Degree Requirements
To qualify for the degree and recommendation for Oregon licensure, the following requirements must be met:
- Passage of all TSPC approved tests required for licensure by March 1 of the sophomore year. Exceptions are subject to approval by the associate dean;
- Completion of a minimum of 120 semester hours of study;
- Successful completion of all coursework with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50;
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.70 in all education classes;
- A grade of C or better in all education courses; candidates who receive a grade of C or lower in any education course must repeat the course;
- Passage of ENG 107 or equivalent course with a grade of B- or better. (Note: ENG 107 is waived if SAT Verbal Score is 630 or above);
- Successful completion of student teaching to include an edTPA portfolio;
- Recommendation for licensure from the associate dean;
- Subject to approval by the dean, candidates who are not able to complete student teaching and student teaching seminar and/or other licensure requirements may be recommended for graduation without licensure by substituting upper division educational coursework which meets University requirements for a degree;
- During the professional year, candidates may not enroll in more than 15 semester hours each semester. Exceptions are subject to approval by the associate dean.
See University Core Requirements
Degree Requirements
Major Requirements — 81 hours
| ED 150 | Introduction to Education | 3 |
| ED 250 | ECE/ELEM Theories of Development and Learning | 3 |
| ED 320 | Foundations of Education | 3 |
| ED 330 | Policies and Practices for Diverse Learners | 3 |
| ED 340 | ECE/ELEM Physical Education | 3 |
| ED 400 | ECE/ELEM Curriculum and Instruction | 3 |
| ED 411 | Assessment | 3 |
| ED 414 | Children's and Adolescent Literature and Library | 3 |
| ED 424 | Computers and Educational Technology | 3 |
| ED 426 | ECE/ELEM Classroom Relationships and Management | 3 |
| ED 442 | ECE/ELEM Reading and Language Arts Methods | 3 |
| ED 445 | EC/ELEM Mathematics and Science Methods | 3 |
| ED 447 | Fostering Creativity in the Classroom | 3 |
| ED 470 | ECE/ELEM Student Teaching | 3 |
| ED 472 | ECE/ELEM Student Teaching | 3 |
| ED 476 | ECE/ELEM Student Teaching: Advanced | 3 |
| ED 481 | Reading, Language, and Cultural Diversity in Schools | 3 |
| ED 487 | ECE/ELEM Seminar for Student Teachers | 3 |
| BIO 203 | Human Form and Function | 3 |
| ENG 107 | College Writing | 3 |
| MTH 105 | Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I | 3 |
| MTH 106 | Mathematics for Elementary Teachers II | 3 |
| Electives (15 credits) | |
Total Credit Hours: 120