Doble Grado en Maestro en Educación Primaria y Pedagogía

Program Overview

This double degree program in Primary Education and Pedagogy equips students with a comprehensive understanding of teaching, preparing them to address the educational challenges of today's society. It emphasizes practical training using the latest technologies, providing students with the skills to foster innovation and inclusivity in the classroom. Graduates will be qualified to teach in both primary education and pedagogy, opening up a wide range of career opportunities. The program is recognized within the European Higher Education Area and offers students access to a network of educational centers for practical experience.

Program Outline

The program emphasizes practical training using the latest technologies to ensure innovation and inclusivity in the classroom.

Objectives:

• Develop a multidisciplinary profile capable of tackling educational challenges.
• Acquire practical skills using the latest technologies for classroom innovation and inclusion.
• Gain a global perspective on teaching.
• Learn to assist, guide, and educate students in the classroom.
• Intervene in learning difficulties during the primary education stage.

Outline:

The double degree program in primary education and pedagogy spans five years and comprises 338 ECTS credits. It includes core courses, mandatory courses, and elective courses, structured as follows:

First Year:

• Psychology of Learning (6 ECTS): This course explores the fundamental principles of learning, including cognitive processes, motivation, and learning styles.
• Education Policy (6 ECTS): This course examines the historical and contemporary context of education policy, including its impact on educational practices.
• Psychology of Development (6 ECTS): This course focuses on the cognitive, social, and emotional development of children and adolescents.
• Neurodidactics (6 ECTS): This course explores the intersection of neuroscience and education, examining how brain function influences learning.
• Diversity and Inclusion in Education (6 ECTS): This course addresses the challenges and opportunities of creating inclusive learning environments for diverse learners.
• Organization of Educational Centers (6 ECTS): This course examines the structure and management of educational institutions.
• History and Theory of Education (6 ECTS): This course explores the historical development of educational thought and practice.
• Education and Gender (6 ECTS): This course examines the role of gender in education, including issues of equity and representation.
• Philosophy and Sociology of Education (6 ECTS): This course explores the philosophical and sociological foundations of education.
• Educational Guidance and Tutorial Action (6 ECTS): This course focuses on the role of guidance counselors in supporting students' academic and personal development.

Second Year:

• General Didactics (6 ECTS): This course introduces the principles and practices of teaching, including lesson planning, classroom management, and assessment.
• Foundations of Educational Research (6 ECTS): This course provides an overview of research methods in education, including quantitative and qualitative approaches.
• Economics of Education (6 ECTS): This course examines the economic factors that influence education, including funding, costs, and benefits.
• Measurement in Education (6 ECTS): This course focuses on the development and use of assessment tools in education.
• Differential Pedagogy (6 ECTS): This course explores the needs of diverse learners and the strategies for adapting instruction to meet those needs.
• Design, Development, and Evaluation of Educational Plans, Programs, and Projects (6 ECTS): This course focuses on the process of designing, implementing, and evaluating educational programs.
• Innovation for Educational Improvement (6 ECTS): This course explores innovative approaches to teaching and learning, including technology integration and active learning strategies.
• Practicum I (12 ECTS): This course provides students with practical experience in a primary school setting.
• Evaluation and Intervention in Written and Oral Language (6 ECTS): This course examines the assessment and intervention of language development in children.

Third Year:

• Educational Technology (6 ECTS): This course explores the use of technology in education, including digital tools, online learning platforms, and multimedia resources.
• Educational Diagnosis (6 ECTS): This course focuses on the assessment of students' learning needs and the development of individualized learning plans.
• Coexistence and Conflict Resolution (6 ECTS): This course examines strategies for promoting positive classroom environments and resolving conflicts.
• Pedagogy and Big Data (6 ECTS): This course explores the use of data analytics in education, including data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
• Second Language (6 ECTS): This course provides students with the opportunity to develop proficiency in a second language.
• Literary Education (6 ECTS): This course explores the role of literature in education, including the development of reading comprehension and critical thinking skills.
• Integrated Education in Experimental Sciences (6 ECTS): This course focuses on the teaching of science in the primary classroom.
• Mathematics I and its Didactics (6 ECTS): This course focuses on the teaching of mathematics in the primary classroom.
• Practicum II (12 ECTS): This course provides students with further practical experience in a primary school setting.
• Motor Development and Play (6 ECTS): This course examines the role of physical activity and play in children's development.

Fourth Year:

• Practicum (6 ECTS): This course provides students with additional practical experience in a primary school setting.
• Pedagogy of Social Sciences II (6 ECTS): This course focuses on the teaching of social sciences in the primary classroom.
• Pedagogy of the Spanish Language II (6 ECTS): This course focuses on the teaching of Spanish language and literature in the primary classroom.
• Pedagogy of Mathematics II (6 ECTS): This course focuses on the teaching of mathematics in the primary classroom.
• Pedagogy of Experimental Sciences (6 ECTS): This course focuses on the teaching of science in the primary classroom.
• Pedagogy of Artistic Expression (6 ECTS): This course explores the role of art in education, including music, drama, and visual arts.
• Pedagogy of Plastic and Visual Education (6 ECTS): This course focuses on the teaching of visual arts in the primary classroom.
• Pedagogy of Music Education (6 ECTS): This course focuses on the teaching of music in the primary classroom.
• Pedagogy of Physical Education (6 ECTS): This course focuses on the teaching of physical education in the primary classroom.
• Introduction to Programming (6 ECTS): This course introduces students to the fundamentals of computer programming.
• Didactics of Second Language: English (6 ECTS): This course focuses on the teaching of English as a second language in the primary classroom.
• Third Language I (French/German) (6 ECTS): This course provides students with the opportunity to develop proficiency in a third language.

Fifth Year:

• Final Degree Project (Pedagogy) (6 ECTS): This project allows students to apply their knowledge and skills to a specific educational topic.
• Communities, Families, Schools (6 ECTS): This course examines the relationships between schools, families, and communities.
• Practicum III (14 ECTS): This course provides students with extensive practical experience in a primary school setting.
• Final Degree Project (Primary) (12 ECTS): This project allows students to apply their knowledge and skills to a specific educational topic.
• Elective 1 (Primary) (6 ECTS): Students can choose from a variety of elective courses related to primary education.
• Elective 2 (Primary) (6 ECTS): Students can choose from a variety of elective courses related to primary education.
• Elective 3 (Primary) (6 ECTS): Students can choose from a variety of elective courses related to primary education.
• Elective 4 (Primary) (6 ECTS): Students can choose from a variety of elective courses related to primary education.

Teaching:

• Teaching Methods: The program emphasizes active learning methodologies such as flipped classroom, project-based learning, and collaborative work.
• Faculty: The teaching staff consists of active professionals and PhD holders with recognized experience in the field.
• Unique Approaches: The program incorporates the use of virtual simulators and the latest technologies to provide practical experience and prepare students for the job market.

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths:
• Teacher in public and private schools.
• School, family, and professional counselor in psychopedagogical teams, early intervention programs, and primary education.
• Educational program manager in various stages: design, implementation, and evaluation.
• Educator for children, youth, seniors, families, and at-risk populations in various settings (municipalities, NGOs, foundations, museums, etc.).
• Professional in educational administration, management, and leadership: program coordination, resource management, teacher coordination, management of pedagogical offices, etc.
• Trainer: design, implementation, and evaluation of training programs for adults, companies, and organizations.
• Human resources specialist: personnel selection, design and management of development and career plans, management of company climate and culture, etc.
• Specialist in program evaluation, teachers, educational centers, and companies.
• Technical specialist in the development of educational materials for publishers: design of textbooks, audiovisual materials, technological and playful resources, virtual learning content, etc.

Other:

• Program Quality: The University emphasizes providing students with a comprehensive, innovative, and high-quality education.
• Technology Integration: The program incorporates the use of the latest technologies to enhance learning and prepare students for the job market.
• 24/7 Technical Support: Students have access to 24/7 technical support through chat or phone.
• Live Online Classes: All subjects have weekly video conference classes that can be accessed from any computer or mobile device.
• Personal Tutor: Each student has a personal tutor who provides personalized guidance and support throughout the course.
• Specialization Options: Students can choose from various specialization options, including:
• Pedagogy of Therapeutic Education (Special Education):
This specialization focuses on identifying special educational needs and behavioral or learning disorders in students.
• Auditory and Language: This specialization focuses on identifying language, communication, and developmental disorders and designing intervention strategies.
• Teaching of Foreign Languages (English): This specialization focuses on improving communication skills and applying them to the teaching of English.
• Physical Education: This specialization focuses on improving students' physical fitness, psychomotor skills, and body expression.
• Music Education: This specialization focuses on training in auditory and musical language, body expression, rhythm, dance, and musical expression, both vocal and instrumental.
• Online Workshops: The program offers innovative online workshops using active methodologies and real-world case studies.
• Educational Center Partnerships: The University has partnerships with over 12,000 private, public, and subsidized educational centers across Spain for practical experience.
• Practical and Up-to-Date Content: The curriculum is developed by leading specialists in education and pedagogy, making it one of the most innovative in its category.
• European Recognition: The degree is homologated and recognized in all countries of the European Higher Education Area (EHEA).