Elementary
education
Teaching at the elementary school level requires the ability to integrate
subject area knowledge with effective teaching techniques and knowledge of child development.
To do it well is extremely demanding and, according to many graduates of this program,
extremely rewarding. The college provides one of the premier programs in the state in this
field of study because its faculty includes internationally known instructors and
researchers in literacy, early childhood development, and teacher leadership. Our faculty
believe that elementary education is the foundation of all other educational and
developmental disciplines. The program is structured to emphasize such areas as
educational history and philosophy as well as to allow for extensive hands-on practice.
Undergraduate
(B.S.) degree in elementary education foundations
This program prepares students for entry into the
initial licensure program in elementary education or to move into non-licensure educational
settings.
M.Ed./initial
licensure in elementary education
Minnesota state licensure in elementary education (grades K-6) plus
specialty area in preprimary education (ages 3-4) or one of four middle school
areas (grades 5-8): communication arts and literature, mathematics, social
studies, or science.
Additional licensure in elementary education available
Master of education (M.Ed.) degree in
curriculum and instruction: elementary education
Our M.Ed./professional studies program is for licensed teachers and
other professionals interested in gaining
advanced knowledge and skills in specific emphasis in their current
field or a new field.
Program overview
This program is also offered
on the Rochester campus.
Master of arts (M.A.) degree in in education, curriculum, and
instruction—elementary education
Offered through the Graduate
School, our M.A. program emphasizes research and theory in the context
of classroom application. It generally culminates in an extensive
research project and final oral exam. The application
procedures and tuition
fees correspond to those of the
Graduate School.
Program
overview
Doctor of philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in education, curriculum, and
instruction—elementary education
Our Ph.D. degree is for students interested in focusing on a
particular subject field and includes original research that makes a significant
contribution to knowledge in that field. Students pursuing this degree are
admitted through the Graduate
School.
Program
overview
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