Elementary Education, BA (ELED.BA)

The Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education degree is designed to prepare students for careers as elementary and middle school educators. This comprehensive program equips students with the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary to teach and support diverse student populations. With a blend of theory and hands-on classroom experience, this degree fosters the development of effective, culturally responsive, and innovative teaching practices.

Throughout the program, students will engage in in-depth coursework in core subjects, including language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies, while also studying child development, classroom management, educational psychology, and inclusive education practices. The curriculum emphasizes the integration of technology, differentiated instruction, and strategies for meeting the needs of all learners, including those with special needs.

Students will gain valuable field experience through structured internships and student teaching placements in local schools, providing real-world opportunities to apply their knowledge and hone their teaching skills under the mentorship of experienced educators.

Upon completion of the program, graduates will be prepared for state certification and will have the skills to make a meaningful impact in classrooms and communities.

Program Student Learning Outcomes (PSLOs): 

Upon completion of the program students will be able to…

1. Utilize diverse instructional strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners. (1, 2, 4)
2. Apply child development and educational psychology theories the design developmentally appropriate instruction. (1, 3, 4)
3. Utilize classroom management techniques to promote student engagement and success. (2, 3, 4, 5)
4. Design and implement evidence-based lessons aligned to national/state standards. (1, 3, 4, 5, 6)
5. Communicate with stakeholders to support student learning. (2, 4)
6. Employ professional standards, laws and ethical guidelines for governing the practice of teaching. (4, 5)
7. Analyze instructional effectiveness to improve student learning outcomes. (2, 3, 5)
8. Utilize technology effectively to enhance teaching and learning.(6)
9. Utilize evidence-based methods and tools for assessment design and analysis. (2, 3, 4, 5, 6)

NOTE: Courses with an asterisk (*) indicates required program courses