The Associate in Arts degree in Elementary Education (Pre-Professional) is designed to prepare students for transfer to a four-year university to obtain a bachelor’s degree and multiple subject teaching credential. Completion of the courses in this degree will partially satisfy requirements for California State University integrated and traditional teacher preparation programs. The courses are part of the curriculum that can be started at the community college and completed at the university. The curriculum is designed for students who seek the pre-professional subject matter preparation for elementary school teaching consistent with the standards established by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Additionally, the degree curriculum may also serve as preparation for paraprofessional positions in the K-12 classroom setting by satisfying unit requirements as established by law.
Learning Outcome(s):
- Students will demonstrate a knowledge base of theory specific to childhood (1st-6th grade) education.
- Students will apply the knowledge base of theory to practice through thoughtful reflections on classroom observations.
- Students will understand and be conversant about the main philosophical and sociological ideas and trends that have influenced education as well as be able to analyze their application and importance for teaching today.
Required Courses (2022-2023):
Education 201
| Introduction to Education | 3
|
Child Development 107 OR Psychology 157 | Child Growth and Development (DS1) -or- Introduction to Child Psychology | 3
|
Biology 115 OR Earth Science 115 OR Physical Science 115 OR Chemistry 115 | Concepts in Biology for Educators
-or- Earth Science for Educators -or- Concepts in Physical Sciences for Educators -or- Concepts in Physical Science for Educators | 4
|
Mathematics 105 OR Mathematics 204
| Mathematics for Liberal Arts Students -or- Mathematical Concepts for Elementary School Teachers | 3-4 |
English 270 | Children’s Literature | 3
|
History 118 OR Political Science 101 OR Political Science 101H OR Geography 100 OR Geography 100H OR History 120 OR History 120H | Social and Cultural History of the United States
-or- Introduction to American Government
-or- Honors Introduction to American Government
-or- World Regional Geography -or- Honors World Regional Geography -or- The United States to 1865 -or- Honors The United States to 1865 | 3
|
Art 100 OR Art 100H OR Art 101 OR Art 102 OR Dance 100 OR Dance 100H OR Dance 102 OR Music 101 OR Music 101H OR Theatre Arts 100 | Introduction to Art Concepts -or- Honors Introduction to Art Concepts -or- Survey of Western Art History I: Prehistory through the Middle Ages -or- Survey of Western Art History II: Renaissance through the Twentieth Century -or- Dance History and Appreciation -or- Honors Introduction to Art Concepts -or- Introduction to Dance Forms -or- Music Appreciation -or- Honors Music Appreciation -or- Introduction to Theatre | 3
|
AND ONE of the Following:
Communication Studies 102 | Public Speaking | 3 |
Interdisciplinary Studies 200 | Introduction to Liberal Studies | 3 |
English 206 | Introduction to Language Structure and use | 3 |
Anthropology 104 or English 104 or Anthropology 104H or English 104H
| Language and Culture or Honors Language and Culture
| 3
|
History 133 | History of California | 3 |
Child Development 110 | Child, Family and Community (DS2) | 3 |
Child Development 205 | Exceptionality and Special Needs in Human Development | 3 |
Education 205 | Personal Proficiency in Education Technologies for Elementary Teachers | 3 |
Total Units: 25-26