Bachelor of Science in Education (BSED)

Program Overview

This 120-credit program prepares students to teach English Language Arts in grades 4-8 in Pennsylvania. It covers topics such as teaching methods, instructional technology, reading instruction, cognitive development, and assessment. Students gain practical experience through a practicum and student teaching. Graduates are eligible for Pennsylvania certification.

Program Outline

Outline:

Program Content:

• Middle Level Education:
• Introduction to Education, Teaching Methods, and Field
• Production and Utilization of Instructional Technology
• Teaching Reading in the Content Areas Grades 4-8
• Middle Level Cognitive Development
• ELL Strategies and Practice
• Teaching Middle Level Language Arts
• Standards-Based Instruction & Assessment in the Inclusionary Classroom
• Educational Psychology for Diverse Learners
• Educational Measurements, Assessment, and Evaluation
• History and Philosophy of Education
• Practicum in Middle-Level & Secondary Education
• Student Teaching - Middle Level Grades
• English Certification Specialization:
• Critical Writing
• Critical Reading
• Intercultural Communication
• Mass Media and Society
• Practicum: Teaching Writing
• Young Adult Literature
• Introduction to Linguistics and Grammar
• Historical Development of the English Language
• Introduction to Shakespeare
• British Literature I
• British Literature II
• American Literature I
• American Literature II
• Modern English Grammar and Syntax
• World Literature

Program Structure:

• 120 credit hours required for graduation
• 40 major credits must be taken at SRU or PASSHE
• 40 major credits must be taken at the 300 level or above
• All grades in Professional Education & Specialization must be grades of "C" or above

Course Schedule:

• First Year:
• Fall: Critical Writing, FYRST Seminar, Spotlight on the Past, Science of Life, Elementary Statistics I, Foundations of Academic Discovery 1, Computer Competency Requirement
• Spring: Introduction to Education, Teaching Methods and Field, Critical Reading, Elementary Geometry, Understanding the Physical World, Civil Discourse: Theory & Practice / Ethics and Civil Discourse / Civil Discourse and Democracy
• Second Year:
• Fall: Production and Utilization of Instructional Technology, Overview of Special Education, American National Government, BIO/CHEM/EGEO/PHYS Course 1, History Survey
• Spring: ELL Strategies and Practice, Intercultural Communication, Mass Media and Society, Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I, BIO/CHEM/EGEO/PHYS Course 2
• Third Year:
• Fall: Educational Measurements, Assessment and Evaluation, History and Philosophy of Education, Young Adult Literature, Mathematics for Elementary Teachers II, Creative & Aesthetic Inquiry
• Spring: Teaching Reading in the Content Areas Grades 4-8, Middle Level Cognitive Development, Educational Psychology for Diverse Learners, Practicum: Teaching Writing, ENGL Course Major
• Fourth Year:
• Fall: Teaching Middle Level Language Arts, ENGL Course Major, Standards-Based Instruction & Assessment in the Inclusionary Classroom, Practicum in Middle-Level & Secondary Education, ENGL Course Major, ENGL Course Major
• Spring: Student Teaching - Middle Level Grades, Special Education Issues in Diverse Secondary Classrooms

Individual Modules with Descriptions:

• Introduction to Education, Teaching Methods and Field: Introduces students to the field of education, including the history, philosophy, and current trends in education.
Students will also learn about different teaching methods and strategies.
• Production and Utilization of Instructional Technology: Prepares students to use technology effectively in the classroom.
Students will learn about different types of educational technology and how to use them to enhance instruction.
• Teaching Reading in the Content Areas Grades 4-8: Provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to teach reading in the content areas.
Students will learn about different reading strategies and how to use them to help students improve their reading comprehension.
• Middle Level Cognitive Development: Examines the cognitive development of middle school students.
Students will learn about the different stages of cognitive development and how to use this knowledge to create effective learning experiences for middle school students.
• ELL Strategies and Practice: Prepares students to work with English language learners (ELLs).
Students will learn about the different challenges that ELLs face and how to use effective teaching strategies to help them succeed.
• Teaching Middle Level Language Arts: Provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to teach language arts in the middle grades.
Students will learn about different language arts concepts and how to use them to create effective learning experiences for middle school students.
• Standards-Based Instruction & Assessment in the Inclusionary Classroom: Prepares students to teach in inclusive classrooms.
Students will learn about different standards-based instruction and assessment strategies and how to use them to create effective learning experiences for all students.
• Educational Psychology for Diverse Learners: Examines the psychological principles that underlie effective teaching and learning.
Students will learn about different learning styles and how to use this knowledge to create effective learning experiences for all students.
• Educational Measurements, Assessment and Evaluation: Prepares students to use assessment data to improve instruction.
Students will learn about different types of assessments and how to use them to measure student learning.
• History and Philosophy of Education: Examines the history and philosophy of education.
Students will learn about the different ways that education has been viewed throughout history and how these views have influenced educational practices.
• Practicum in Middle-Level & Secondary Education: Provides students with the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills in a real-world setting.
Students will work with a mentor teacher in a middle school or secondary school classroom.
• Student Teaching - Middle Level Grades: Provides students with the opportunity to student teach in a middle school classroom.
Students will work with a cooperating teacher to plan and deliver instruction, assess student learning, and manage the classroom.

Assessment:

• Grades below a "C" are not admissible for Teacher Candidacy.
• All grades in Professional Education & Specialization must be grades of "C" or above.

Teaching:

• The program is taught by a team of experienced faculty members who are committed to providing students with a high-quality education.
• The program uses a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, discussions, simulations, and field experiences.
• The program provides students with the opportunity to work with a mentor teacher in a real-world setting.

Careers:

• Graduates of the program are eligible for Pennsylvania certification to teach English Language Arts in grades 4-8.
• Graduates of the program may also pursue careers in other fields, such as educational administration, curriculum development, or educational research.