Program Overview
The University of Cincinnati's Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education prepares students to become licensed teachers for grades 7-12, specializing in one core disciplinary subject. The integrated science license with an emphasis in Earth and Space Sciences enables students to teach all science areas and develop expertise in geology, astronomy, meteorology, and oceanography. Graduates are well-equipped with research-based teaching practices and experience in diverse urban settings.
Program Outline
Students in our program gain experience teaching in urban and diverse school settings and using research-based teaching practices to meet the needs of all learners in their classes. At the secondary level, graduates specialize in one core disciplinary subject: Integrated English/Language Arts, Integrated Mathematics, Integrated Social Studies, Integrated Science, or Physics. An Integrated science license prepares students to teach all science subject areas in grades 7 -12 in Ohio schools. Students select one science disciplinary as their primary teaching area:
- Chemistry
- Earth and Space Science
- Life Science/Biology An integrated science license with an emphasis in Earth and Space Sciences prepares students to teach all science subject areas in grades 7 -12 in Ohio schools. Students who select an Earth and Space Science emphasis to take courses in geology, astronomy, metrology, and oceanography to develop expertise in teaching modern theories about the origin of the earth and universe, as well as address contemporary issues such as climate change and ocean acidification. Earth and Space Science students are prepared to plan and lead instruction that builds learners’ understanding of foundational science concepts; engages learners in problem-solving and laboratory experiences, and develops collaborative teamwork to solve engineering and design projects.
Teaching:
The secondary education program provides small classes, talented faculty in each discipline and extensive field clinical experiences in urban and suburban schools.
Careers:
Graduates of the secondary education integrated science earth science program assume teaching positions in science. Secondary education earth science program graduates usually elect to teach in Ohio, but graduates teach across the nation.
Other:
Candidates who succeed as teachers of adolescents and young adults:
- know how individuals learn and develop
- can articulate the central concepts, tools of inquiry and the structures of their discipline
- effectively collaborate with others
- demonstrate leadership
- address issues of diversity with equity
- use technology to support their practice
- use assessment to inform their efforts
- demonstrate pedagogical knowledge
- are responsible, caring, fair and honest
- are committed to social justice
