College of Arts & Sciences Catalog
Education
As part of a Christian learning community at Bethel University, the Department of Education seeks to prepare educational leaders for service in public and private schools:
- who are reflective practitioners pursuing continued personal learning and professional renewal;
- who are knowledgeable and competent in their subject matter;
- who understand how students learn and develop, and who facilitate learning through effective teaching;
- who establish collaborative relationships with students, staff, parents, and community members of varying personalities, racial/ethnic backgrounds, family characteristics, socioeconomic statuses, and abilities; and
- whose Christian worldview provides a strong moral framework characterized by integrity and compassion.
Bethel’s education department provides programs that offer students the opportunity to attain licensure for teaching early childhood education (birth-age 8), elementary education with a preprimary specialty (age 3-grade 6), elementary education with a middle level specialty (K-8), education for grades 5-12, and education for grades K-12. The Bethel University education program is accredited by the Teacher Education Accreditation Council (TEAC) for a period of five (5) years, from September 2005 to September 2010. This accreditation certifies that the education program has provided evidence of compliance with TEAC's quality principles. It is also approved by the Minnesota Board of Teaching, having met the standards set by the State of Minnesota through a rigorous review process.
To qualify for teacher licensure, our teacher candidates must demonstrate competencies in Pre-Professional Skill (PPST) areas of reading, writing, and mathematics, and the Praxis II exams in Principles of Learning and Teaching, and Subject Assessments and Specialty Area exams. These results are reported to the Minnesota Board of Teaching, which in turn reports to the United States Secretary of Education under Title II of the Higher Education Act, an annual reporting requirement. The most recent reporting was for students who completed the program during the 2006-2007 school year. Our education program had a 97% (Praxis I) and 99% (Praxis II) pass rate, placing Bethel’s program in the first quartile of all college education programs in the State of Minnesota. A complete report of this information is available from the Department of Education upon request.
The student intending to be licensed through Bethel’s teacher education program must be working toward (or already have) a degree, meet specific criteria for admission to the teacher education program, fulfill specified requirements for continuance in the program, and successfully complete an approved student teaching experience.
The education program is structured in a sequential combination of stand-alone courses and integrated block course format. Each block has prerequisites and must be taken in its entirety.
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION LICENSURE PROGRAM
The early childhood education licensure program is designed to prepare teachers who can plan, execute, and evaluate instructional programs that address the developmental needs of children from birth through age 8 (third grade). The program prepares students to work with young children in a variety of educational settings. When successfully completed, students may apply for the early childhood (birth-age 8) license. Note: The Early Childhood Education license can be obtained only in conjunction with a major in K-6 elementary education with a preprimary specialty.
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL LICENSURE PROGRAM
The elementary teacher education program is designed to prepare teachers for teaching in any school with an elementary classification. The program is developed to give elementary teachers a good background in the general or liberal arts, focused preparation in a selected specialty, knowledge and understanding of human development and learning processes, and methods of integrating subject matter with materials and methods.
5-12 AND K-12 LICENSURE PROGRAMS
Programs in 5-12 teacher education are available in business, communication arts and literature (English), health, mathematics, science (with chemistry, life science, or physics emphasis), and social studies. Licensure for grades K-12 is available in instrumental music, vocal music, physical education, visual arts, world languages and cultures (French and Spanish), and teaching English as a second language (TESL). Prospective teachers in each of these areas must complete a core of professional education courses as well as the required courses in the discipline of choice and demonstrate professional behaviors. Details of these programs are found under the appropriate departmental listings in this catalog.
POSTBACCALAUREATE LICENSURE
Holders of a baccalaureate degree may qualify for a teaching license by completing the missing components of the prescribed program in which they are interested. A second bachelor’s degree is not awarded to these students. Those interested in this program must make an initial contact with the Bethel Office of Admissions and then meet with the education department designate to develop an individualized plan for completion of requirements.
GRADUATE PROGRAMS AND LICENSURE AREAS
The graduate programs in education are designed to enhance the skills, knowledge, and attitudes of experienced educators. Courses are offered sequentially and taken one at a time; classes meet one evening per week throughout the year. Four options are available for teachers seeking professional development and renewal. Admission requirements are the same for each option.
- Doctor of Education degree option: Ed.D. in Educational Administration
- Master of Education K-12.
- Master’s degree and licensure in Special Education (a) emotionally/behaviorally disordered; (b) learning disabilities.
- Master’s degree and licensure in Reading K-12.
- Certificate in Literacy K-12.
- Master of Arts in Teaching for those wishing initial licensure and who hold a B.A. or B.S. in an appropriate field. The licensure programs currently available include: business; communication arts and literature; health; mathematics; science; social studies; world languages and cultures (French or Spanish); teaching English as a second language (TESL); and visual arts.
- Certificate in Coordinator of Work-based Learning.
Contact an admissions advisor at the Graduate School for additional program or admissions information.
GENERAL CRITERIA FOR PARTICIPATION IN THE TEACHER EDUCATION PROGRAM
A. Admission Procedures
- Complete course work for sophomore standing with a minimum grade
point average of 2.50.
- Enroll in EDU200 Introduction to Education and EDU201 Introduction
to Education Field Experience. During this time, the following
will take place:
a. File an application for admission to the education department.
b. Submit a personal autobiographical statement, one current transcript, and two references. One reference must be from a Bethel faculty member who can specifically address your academic abilities. A second reference should be from a current or previous employer or supervisor (or possibly from a volunteer position working with children and/or youth). Please note: for 5-12/K-12 majors, the reference from a Bethel faculty member must be provided by a professor in the major subject area. Recent transfer students may receive a reference addressing academic abilities from an instructor at their previous institution.
c. Be interviewed and accepted into the program by the Education Interview Committee, and gain the approval of the faculty of the student’s area of emphasis. Preference will be given to students who have experience working with children/youth and experience in diverse settings (e.g., cross-cultural, racial/ethnic groups, exceptionalities).
- Take the Pre-Professional Skills Test (PPST) to qualify for full
admission.
- Have transfer education course work evaluated by the education
department. Components of some courses in education may not
be included in courses transferred from other schools and may not meet
Bethel’s education requirements. In such cases, transfer or post-baccalaureate
students may be required to complete additional components (i.e., field
experience).
- Only course work with a grade of C or above is transferable for credit.
B. Standards for Continuance in Education Program
- Complete admission procedures before enrolling in EDU270 K-6 Education
Block 1 (K-6 education majors) or in EDU240 Educational Psychology
(5-12 and K-12 majors).
- Maintain a GPA of at least 2.50.
- Earn a grade of C or better in each EDU course for all education
majors. For elementary education majors, this also includes
a grade of C or better in MAT201M, MAT202 and all NAS courses (NAS101-104).
(Courses with grades of C- or lower must be repeated).
- K-8, 5-12, and K-12 majors must earn a grade of C or above in each
content area course. (Courses with grades of C- or lower
must be repeated.)
- Demonstrate continual development of professional traits of educators, as presented throughout the program.
C. Additional Requirements for Program Completion
Note: There will be a variety of ways these competencies can be met including courses for credit or non-credit and workshops.
- First Aid/CPR for elementary education majors. (This may be taken
at Bethel or through a Red Cross certification program.)
- Portfolio evaluation (begins with the admission process to the
education department and continues throughout the program).
- Appropriate proficiency levels assessed according to ACTFL proficiency guidelines via Praxis II for majors and specialities in a modern world language (French, German, or Spanish).
D. Requirements for Admission to Student Teaching
- Be recommended for student teaching by the department(s) of the
student’s area of emphasis.
- The following course work must be completed:
Elementary Education—all course work, including EDU, MAT, NAS, and content courses in specialty with a grade of C or above. 5-12 and K-12 majors—all EDU courses.
All core content courses must be completed with a grade of C or above (5-12 and K-12 majors).
- Complete all portions of the Pre-Professional
Skills Test (PPST) with all scores submitted to the education
department.
- First Aid/CPR must be completed prior to student
teaching (elementary education majors only).
- Fulfillment
of any Notification of Concern (NOC) contracts.
- Be accepted
for placement by a school.
- For transfer or post-baccalaureate
students the following applies:
a. Elementary education majors must successfully complete two semesters of course work in education at Bethel.
b. Students in 5-12 and K-12 programs must successfully complete a minimum of two courses at the 300 level or above at Bethel in the department of the student’s area of emphasis. Check with each department for specific requirements.
Eligibility Standards for Minnesota Teacher Licensure
- For undergraduates, complete all requirements for a baccalaureate degree.
- For undergraduates, attain a minimum earned cumulative GPA of 2.50 at graduation.
- Successfully pass all parts of the Pre-Professional Skills Test (PPST).
- Successfully pass tests in both the areas of professional knowledge and subject matter content (Praxis II).
- Fulfill any Notification of Concern (NOC) contracts.
- Successfully complete student teaching experiences.
- Successfully complete the final licensure portfolio.
- Complete Minnesota’s requirement of a conduct review statement (Bureau of Criminal Apprehension).
Licensure standards are subject to change by the Minnesota Board of Teaching.
Note: Meeting the Minnesota licensure requirements is a prerequisite for Bethel University graduates seeking licensure in other states.
Admission to the university does not ensure admission to the education program, and admission to the education program does not ensure admission to student teaching.
The education department reserves the right to consider, as part of admission to student teaching, those personal and professional qualities, general health, scholastic achievement, conduct, attitude, or other standards seen as appropriately related.
Courses
EDU200 • Introduction to Education (fall, interim, spring) 3 credits
Contemporary issues in education in the light of history and educational thought. Various aspects of growth and development are included. Prerequisites: Sophomore standing; 2.50 GPA. (Transfer work will be used for students who do not yet have a Bethel GPA.)
EDU201 • Introduction to Education Field Experience (fall, interim, spring) 1 credit
A field experience spent in an elementary or secondary school as an instructional aide. Designated times are set by the education department. Must be taken concurrently with EDU200. Prerequisite: 2.50 GPA.
EDU203 • School Health and Drugs (fall, spring) 2 credits
Examines the roles of teachers and schools in responding to adolescent health problems, including alcohol/drug problems, with particular attention to health promotion, prevention, and referral. Approaches adolescent drug/alcohol use from a variety of perspectives–behavioral, pharmacological, social, legal, and clinical. Emphasis is on the characteristics of effective comprehensive school-based drug abuse prevention programs.
EDU204UZ • Teaching and Learning in Guadalajara (interim) 3 credits
On-site experiential course designed to introduce students to Mexican culture and education in the city of Guadalajara. Components include observing and teaching in a Christian school, a homestay with a Mexican family, creation of a classroom ethnography, and an opportunity to reflect on the culture and education process of one Mexican school. Course may count as a Spanish elective provided all work is completed in Spanish. Prerequisite: Written consent of instructor.
EDU205UZ • Exploring Culture and Education in Hong Kong and China (occasionally interim) 3 credits
Designed to expose students to cultural and educational opportunities available in Hong Kong and China. Students examine how the history of each city has shaped the cultural and educational systems of today. Students travel, experience cultures and places of interest, and actively participate in several school settings in Hong Kong and China. Prerequisite: none. EDU200 and EDU201 suggested. Requires written consent of instructors.
EDU220 • Introduction to Middle Level Education (fall, spring) 3 credits
Identifies and defines the concept of exemplary and typical middle and junior high schools: philosophy, organizational structure, curriculum, and instructional characteristics. Students develop an understanding of the physical, emotional, social, cognitive, and moral stages of adolescent development and begin to develop the ability to relate middle level program possibilities to adolescent developmental needs. May be taken concurrently with EDU320. Prerequisites: EDU200/EDU201; admission to the education program; 2.50 GPA.
EDU225 • Education Technology (fall, spring) 1 credit
Instructional uses of technology are dynamic, not static. Computer, visual, and audio assisted instruction help to make learning more vivid and memorable. Students develop and/or demonstrate competency in word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation programs, and internet research. Prerequisites: EDU200; EDU201; admission to the education program; 2.50 GPA.
EDU236UZ • Exploring British Education and Culture (occasionally interim) 3 credits
Designed for students to immerse themselves in British culture and to explore the educational system, with an emphasis on the diverse populations of Pakistani and Indian students and schools. Provides students with three learning experiences: 1) observation and participation in British elementary and secondary schools; 2) homestay with a British family; and 3) cultural exploration in London and surrounding areas. Prerequisites: EDU200; EDU201; admission to the education department; 3.00 GPA.
EDU240 • Educational Psychology (fall, spring) 3 credits
Psychological foundations of education. Various aspects of growth and development, the nature and conditions of learning, implications for teaching, and evaluation. Intended for 5-12 and K-12 licensure students only. Prerequisites: EDU200; EDU201; admission to the education program; 2.50 GPA.
EDU241 • Educational Psychology Field Experience (fall, spring) 1 credit
A field experience that requires four hours per week in an elementary or secondary school for observation and tutorial experience in a special education setting. Designated times are set by the education department. Must be taken concurrently with EDU240. Prerequisites: EDU200; EDU201; admission to the education program; 2.50 GPA.
EDU245 • Kindergarten Education (fall, spring) 1 credit
Characteristics of kindergarten children and of the curriculum and teaching strategies appropriate for their developmental level. Prerequisites: EDU200; EDU201; admission to the education program; EDU270 (may be taken concurrently); 2.50 GPA.
EDU270 • K-6 Education Block 1 (fall, spring) 8 credits
This first block in the elementary education sequence has three integrated strands. Prerequisites: EDU200; EDU201; admission to the education program. Prerequisite: 2.50 GPA.
EDU271 • Educational Psychology 3 credits
Psychological foundations of education with an emphasis on grades K-3. Various aspects of growth and development, the nature and conditions of learning, implications for teaching, lesson planning, and evaluation.
EDU272 • Literacy Acquisition 4 credits
Develops the skills and understandings to teach reading, writing, speaking, and listening in the primary grades (K-3). Surveys a wide range of children's literature, modeling creative and critical response modes with strategies for integrating literature in the curriculum.
EDU273 • Primary Grades Practicum 1 credit
Application of effective practices done in a primary classroom, working with individual students and small reading groups.
EDU292 • Foundations of Early Childhood Education (fall) 3 credits
History, philosophy, goals, and content of early childhood education programs. Analysis of teaching strategies appropriate for the development of children ages three to five years. Career opportunities in early childhood education. Prerequisite: 2.50 GPA.
EDU293 • Foundations of Early Childhood Education Field Experience (fall) 1 credit
Supervised observation and participation at one of Bethel University’s child development centers. Must be taken concurrently with EDU292. Prerequisite: 2.50 GPA.
EDU306 • Curriculum in Early Childhood Education (spring) 4 credits
Developmental appropriateness of current curriculum models, equipment, and materials in an early childhood education program. Prerequisites: EDU200; EDU201; EDU292; EDU293; admission to the education program; 2.50 GPA.
EDU307 • Curriculum in Early Childhood Education Field Experience (spring) 2 credits
Field experience at one of Bethel University’s child development centers utilizing strategies learned in EDU306. Must be taken concurrently with EDU306. Prerequisites: EDU200; EDU201; EDU292; EDU293; admission to the education program; 2.50 GPA.
EDU317GZ • Understanding Diversity (fall, interim, spring) 3 credits
An introduction to and analysis of educational systems in the U.S. and various systems abroad for the purpose of preparing students to become more aware, culturally responsive, and critical thinkers who can (1) educate all children; (2) recognize, understand, and challenge any attempts to/or systems that perpetuate oppression; and (3) serve as active models of reconciliation and anti-racism, following the dictates of their Christian faith. Includes service learning experience. Prerequisites: EDU200; EDU201; GES130 or GES145, 146; Contemporary Western Life and Thought (L) course or GES245, GES246; World Cultures (U) course; admission to the education program; 2.50 GPA.
EDU320 • Pedagogy and the Young Adolescent Learner (fall, spring) 2 credits
The philosophy and pedagogy of teaching in a middle school is different than teaching in a junior high school. Course activities will help students define, describe, and develop the following components of contemporary middle level schools: appropriate curriculum, content area literacy, interdisciplinary structure, and interdisciplinary teaching. Prerequisites: EDU220 (or may be taken concurrently); EDU240/EDU241 or EDU270; 2.50 GPA.
EDU340 • Parent-Child and Family Relationships (spring) 3 credits
The family as a social/cultural unit with emphasis on the parents’ interaction with the developing child. Parent-child relations, parenting skills, family systems, and family structure and function.
EDU342 • Observation, Assessment, Adaptation, andReferral in Early Childhood (fall) 3 credits
Strategies used in early childhood settings to observe and assess young children’s development and design goals and experiences based upon those assessments. Issues of early identification, referral to special services, building effective parent/professional partnerships, and programming in inclusive early childhood classrooms are discussed. Must be taken concurrently with EDU489. Prerequisites: EDU200; EDU201; EDU292; EDU293; admission to the education program; 2.50 GPA.
EDU343 • Observation, Assessment, Adaptation, and Referral in Early Childhood Field Experience (fall) 1 credit
Field experience at one of Bethel University’s child development centers utilizing strategies learned in EDU342. Must be taken concurrently with EDU342. Prerequisites: EDU200; EDU201; EDU292; EDU293; admission to the education program; 2.50 GPA.
EDU344 • Health, Nutrition, and Safety with Young Children (spring) 2 credits
Issues in health, nutrition, and safety as related to early childhood settings, birth through age six. Prerequisites: EDU200; EDU201; EDU292; EDU293.
EDU350 • Infant and Toddler Care (fall, spring) 4 credits
Strategies used in early childhood settings to assess infant/toddler development and needs, develop goals, and design appropriate learning experiences and environments. Building positive relationships with infants/toddlers and their parents in group settings. Prerequisites: EDU200; EDU201; EDU292; EDU293; admission to the education program; 2.50 GPA.
EDU351 • Infant and Toddler Care Field Experience (fall, spring) 1 credit
Field experience in an infant setting to practice strategies learned in EDU350. Must be taken concurrently with EDU350. Prerequisites: EDU200; EDU201; EDU292; EDU293; admission to the education program; 2.50 GPA.
EDU360 • K-6 Education Block 2 (fall, spring) 16 credits
This second block in the elementary education sequence has eight integrated strands. Prerequisites: EDU270; MAT202M; NAS101D; NAS102D; NAS103D; and NAS104D; admission to the education program; 2.50 GPA.
EDU361 • Educational Psychology 2 credits
Psychological foundations of education continued from Block 1 with an emphasis on grades 4-6. Various aspects of growth and development, the nature and conditions of learning, implications for teaching, awareness of student variability, and strategies for meeting the needs of students with disabilities. Teacher/student relationships and strategies for maintaining a classroom environment where learning can occur.
EDU362 • Reading/Language Arts Curriculum and Methods 3 credits
Reading methods and processes with a strong emphasis on comprehension and vocabulary development. Language arts skills: writing process, grammar, spelling, drama, listening and speaking skills, viewing skills for students in grades 4-6. A variety of creative and critical response modes to integrate literature across the curriculum.
EDU363 • Health Curriculum and Methods 1 credit
Principles, curriculum, and methods of teaching health in grades K-6. Role of the teacher and the school in responding to the special health needs of elementary-age children.
EDU364 • Social Studies Curriculum and Methods; Planning 2 credits
Methods, materials, and resources for teaching social studies in grades K-6. Emphasis placed on the use of process skills of the social scientist. Long- and short-term planning including integration of curriculum across content areas, embedding Minnesota Graduation Standards.
EDU365 • Physical Education Curriculum and Methods 1 credit
Principles, curriculum, and methods of teaching physical education in grades K-6.
EDU366A • Visual Arts Curriculum and Methods 1 credit
Methods, materials, and resources for teaching visual arts in grades K-6.
EDU367 • Intermediate Grade Practicum 1 credit
Application of effective practices done in a 4th-6th grade classroom, working with large groups as well as small groups, adapting lessons for students with special needs. Special focus on integrated planning.
EDU368A • Music Curriculum and Methods 1 credit
Methods, materials, and resources for teaching music in grades K-6.
EDU370 • Math Curriculum and Methods 2 credits
Methods, materials, and resources for teaching mathematics in grades K-6. Emphasis placed on problem solving, inquiry, and conceptual understanding in a standards-based classroom.
EDU371 • Science Curriculum and Methods 2 credits
Methods, materials, and resources for teaching science in grades K-6. Emphasis placed on inquiry and discovery learning, planning, and teaching in a standards-based classroom.
EDU400 • Methods in Teaching K-12 English to Speakers of Other Languages (fall) 3 credits
Theories of language learning, language acquisition, and classroom methodologies at the elementary and secondary levels. Exploration of instructional resources, uses of technology, evaluative procedures, and classroom management. Development of a philosophy of English as a Second Language education and practice in unit planning and teaching. Prerequisites: LIN210; LIN300; EDU270; admission to the education program; 2.50 GPA.
EDU401 • Middle Level Education Practicum in TESL (fall) 1 credit
Classroom-based practicum in an ESL class of young adolescent learners. Emphasizes evaluation and application of concepts and strategies introduced in EDU400. Must be taken concurrently with EDU400. Prerequisites: EDU240/EDU241 or EDU270; TEL230; LIN300 or LIN306; 2.50 GPA.
EDU406 • Methods in Teaching Middle Level English (interim) 3 credits
Methods and curriculum employed in teaching English in today's middle schools. Examines current technology in English education as well as interactive teaching and learning. Practice in planning lessons that apply developmentally appropriate principles. This course replaces EDU320. Prerequisites: EDU240/EDU241 or EDU270; 2.50 GPA.
EDU407 • Middle Level Education Practicum in English (interim) 1 credit
Classroom-based practicum in an English class of young adolescent learners. Emphasizes evaluation and application of concepts and strategies introduced in EDU406 or EDU408.Must be taken concurrently with EDU406 or EDU408. Prerequisite: EDU240/EDU241 or EDU270; 2.50 GPA.
EDU408 • Methods in Teaching 9-12 English (spring) 4 credits
Methods and curriculum employed in teaching English in today’s high schools. Current materials and trends with practice in unit planning and teaching. Prerequisites: EDU240; EDU241; admission to the education program; 2.50 GPA.
EDU411 • Middle Level Education Practicum in Mathematics (fall) 1 credit
Classroom-based practicum in a math class of young adolescent learners. Emphasizes evaluation and application of concepts and strategies introduced in EDU412. Must be taken concurrently with EDU412. Prerequisites: EDU240/241 or EDU270; 2.50 GPA.
EDU412 • Methods in Teaching 5-8 and 9-12 Mathematics (fall) 3 credits
Teaching methodologies, materials, assessment, historical and current trends and issues in curriculum, development of a philosophy of mathematics education, and other topics related to teaching and learning mathematics in grades 5-8 and 9-12. Practice in planning lessons and units, implementing technology, and teaching. Prerequisites: EDU240; EDU241; admission to the education program; senior standing or permission of instructor; 2.50 GPA.
EDU413 • Methods in Teaching K-12 Art (spring) 3 credits
Review materials, methods, and curriculum employed in teaching art at both the elementary and secondary levels. Practice writing art lessons, units, and long-range curriculum development. Historical survey of philosophy of art education and present trends. Studio time for exploration and application of media suitable for both elementary and secondary levels. Practice writing art lessons, units, and long-range curriculum development. Prerequisites: EDU240; EDU241; admission to the education program; 2.50 GPA.
EDU414 • Middle Level Education Practicum in Art (spring) 1 credit
Classroom-based practicum in an art class of young adolescent learners. Emphasizes evaluation and application of concepts and strategies introduced in EDU413. Must be taken concurrently with EDU413. Prerequisites: EDU240; EDU241; 2.50 GPA.
EDU415 • Middle Level Education Practicum in Business (fall) 1 credit
Classroom-based practicum in a business class of young adolescent learners. Emphasizes evaluation and application of concepts and strategies introduced in EDU416. Must be taken concurrently with EDU416. Prerequisites: EDU240/241; 2.50 GPA.
EDU416 • Methods in Teaching 5-12 Business (fall) 4 credits
Provides students with an exploration of essential instructional strategies needed for teaching grades 5-12 business education courses. Incorporates the study of both computer- and text-based instructional strategies. Students develop age-appropriate curriculum, assessment practices, and classroom management strategies for teaching in both computer-based and traditional classroom settings. Prerequisites: admission into the Education Department; EDU240; EDU241; 2.50 GPA.
EDU418 • Methods in Teaching 9-12 Social Studies (spring) 2 credits
Development of ability to take concepts from several component disciplines of social studies and communicate them effectively to, or direct their acquisition by, students in grades 9-12. Curriculum trends, materials, classroom methodologies, and teacher competencies are studied and applied. Must be taken concurrently with EDU419. Prerequisites: EDU240; EDU241; admission to the education program; 2.50 GPA.
EDU419 • Middle Level Seminar and Practicum in Social Studies 5-8 (fall, spring) 2 credits
Classroom-based practicum in a social studies class of young adolescent learners. Emphasizes evaluation and application of concepts and strategies introduced in EDU418. Must be taken concurrently with EDU418. Prerequisites: EDU240/EDU241 or EDU270; EDU220; 2.50 GPA.
EDU420 • Methods in Teaching 5-12 Science (fall) 3 credits
Current methods and approaches used in the teaching of science in grades 5-12. An examination of ways to develop and present curriculum with emphasis on assessment, instructional strategies, scientific investigations, safety training, and current issues in science education. Prerequisites: EDU240; EDU241; admission to the education program; 2.50 GPA.
EDU422 • Curriculum and Methods of 5-12 Health Education (fall) 3 credits
Exploration of the science and art of teaching health. Includes the skills of planning units, teaching lessons, writing measurable objectives, and evaluating lessons for students in grades 5-12 and the community. Major focus on learning and applying various teaching methods and strategies to the content areas within health education. Prerequisites: EDU240; EDU241; admission to the education program; HPE130; HPE340; 2.50 GPA.
EDU423 • Middle Level Education Practicum in Health (fall) 1 credit
Classroom-based practicum in a health education class of young adolescent learners. Emphasizes evaluation and application of concepts and strategies introduced in EDU422. Prerequisites: HPE130; HPE340; 2.50 GPA.
EDU424 • Methods in Teaching K-12 Physical Education (fall) 3 credits
Instructional process in physical education, grades K-12. Observation of teaching styles and practical experiences managing class, delivering content, and analyzing teaching effectiveness. Approximately 20 hours of practicum experience outside of class. Prerequisites: EDU240; EDU241; HPE247; HPE316; admission to the education program; 2.50 GPA.
EDU425 • Middle Education Practicum in Physical Education (fall) 1 credit
Classroom-based practicum in a physical education class of young adolescent learners. Emphasizes evaluation and application of concepts and strategies introduced in EDU424. Must be taken concurrently with EDU424. Prerequisites: EDU240/241; HPE247; HPE316; 2.50 GPA.
EDU426 • Methods in Teaching K-12 World Languages and Cultures (fall) 3 credits
Theories of language acquisition, language learning, and classroom methodologies at the elementary and secondary levels. Exploration of instructional resources, uses of technology, evaluative procedures, and classroom management. Development of a philosophy of communicative language teaching and practice in unit planning and teaching. Service-learning and completion of oral proficiency assessment is required. Prerequisites: EDU240; EDU241; admission to the education program; or a major or minor offered through the Department of Modern World Languages and consent of instructor; 2.50 GPA.
EDU427 • Middle Level Education Practicum in World Languages and Cultures (fall) 1 credit
Classroom-based practicum in a French, German, or Spanish class of young adolescent learners. Emphasizes evaluation and application of concepts and strategies introduced in EDU426. Must be taken concurrently with EDU426. Prerequisites: EDU240/241 or EDU270; 2.50 GPA.
EDU428 • Methods in Teaching 5-8 Science (fall) 2 credits
Current methods and approaches used in the teaching of science in grades 5-8. An examination of ways to develop and present curriculum with emphasis on assessment, instructional strategies, scientific investigations, safety training, and current issues in science education. Prerequisites: EDU270; admission to the education program; 2.50 GPA.
EDU429 • Middle Level Education Practicum in Science (fall) 1 credit
Classroom-based practicum in a science class of young adolescent learners. Emphasizes evaluation and application of concepts and strategies introduced in EDU420 or EDU428. Must be taken concurrently with EDU420 or EDU428. Prerequisites: EDU240/EDU241 or EDU270; 2.50 GPA.
EDU432 • Methods in Teaching Elementary Music (fall) 3 credits
Methods and materials for teaching music in the elementary school. The skills of singing, playing, moving, improvising, reading, and listening are explored as a means of helping children gain an intuitive and theoretical understanding of musical principles. Prerequisites: EDU240; EDU241; major or minor in music; admission to the education program; 2.50 GPA.
EDU433 • Methods in Teaching Secondary Music (spring) 3 credits
Methods and materials for teaching music in the middle school, junior high, and senior high school vocal and instrumental programs. Prerequisites: EDU240; EDU241; EDU432; major or minor in music; admission to the education program; 2.50 GPA.
EDU434 • Middle Level Education Practicum in Music (spring) 1 credit
Classroom-based practicum in a music class of young adolescent learners. Emphasizes evaluation and application of concepts and strategies introduced in EDU433. Must be taken concurrently with EDU433. Prerequisites: EDU240/EDU241; EDU432; major or minor in music; 2.50 GPA.
EDU489 • Student Teaching in Preprimary (fall, spring) 5 credits
Observation and student teaching at preprimary level at one of Bethel’s child development centers. Includes participation in a seminar that meets regularly. Prerequisite: admission to student teaching; 2.50 GPA. Requirements for successful completion of student teaching in preprimary include: a personal philosophy of early childhood education; two (2) portfolios on children; two (2) entries for the professional portfolio. These entries are based on the Standards of Effective Practice and should include artifacts.
EDU490 • Student Teaching Block (fall, spring) 15 credits
Observation and student teaching at appropriate level(s) for specified period(s). Includes participation in a seminar that meets regularly. Graded on an S/U basis. Prerequisites: admission to student teaching; 2.50 GPA.
Programs
In this section, semester credit hours will be shown after the course number and description.
K–6 Elementary Education Core
| EDU200 | Introduction to Education | 3 |
| EDU201 | Introduction to Education Field Experience | 1 |
| EDU245 | Kindergarten Education | 1 |
| EDU270 | K-6 Education Block 1 | 8 |
| EDU317GZ*a | Understanding Diversity | 3 |
| EDU360 | K-6 Education Block 2 | 16 |
| EDU490 | Student Teaching Block | 15 |
| MAT201M* | Mathematics for Elementary Education 1 | 3 |
| MAT202 | Mathematics for Elementary Education 2 | 3 |
| NAS101D** | Science Concepts—Life Science | 2 |
| NAS102D** b | Science Concepts—Earth/Space Science | 2 |
| NAS103D** | Science Concepts—Chemistry | 2 |
| NAS104D** | Science Concepts—Physics | 2 |
| 61 |
* A student may also choose to use this course to meet a General Education requirement.
** A student may fulfill the General Education-Lab Science (D course) requirement by completing two of the NAS courses listed above.
a Students in World Languages and Cultures may meet the requirements of this course while studying abroad.
b For K-8 Science Specialties, GEL167D and PHY110D replace NAS102D.
Major in K–6 Elementary Education with Preprimary Specialty (age 3–grade 6) (B.A.)
| K–6 Elementary Education Core | 61 | |
| EDU225 | Education Technology | 1 |
| EDU292 | Foundations of Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| EDU293 | Foundations of Early Childhood Education Field Experience | 1 |
| EDU306 | Curriculum in Early Childhood Education | 4 |
| EDU307 | Curriculum in Early Childhood Education Field Experience | 2 |
| EDU340 | Parent-Child and Family Relationships | 3 |
| EDU342 | Observation, Assessment, Adaptation, and Referral in Early Childhood Education |
3 |
| EDU343 | Observation, Assessment, Adaptation, and Referral in Early Childhood Education Field Experience |
1 |
| EDU344 | Health, Nutrition, and Safety with Young Children | 2 |
| EDU489 | Student Teaching in Preprimary | 5 |
|
Total |
86 | |
| General Education | 51-52 | |
| TOTAL | 137-138** |
** Because of possible double counting between General Education and the major, the total of 136-137 credits can be reduced to 126-127 credits.
Major in K–6 Elementary Education with Middle Level Specialty (grades K–8) (B.A.)
| K–6 Elementary Education Core | 61 | |
| EDU220 | Introduction to Middle Level Education | 3 |
| EDU320 a | Pedagogy and the Young Adolescent Learner | 2 |
|
Middle Level Specialty |
(listed below) | 17-25 |
| Total | 83-91 | |
| General Education | 51-52 | |
| TOTAL | 134-143** |
a Students with a specialty in Communication Arts and Literature are not required to take EDU320.
** Because of possible double counting between General Education and the major, the total credits can be reduced based on the Middle Level Specialty chosen.
Middle Level Specialties (grades 5–8)
One of these specialties must be taken by students majoring in K–6 Elementary Education with Middle Level Specialty:
Specialty in Communication Arts and Literaturea (Elementary Education majors only)
| COM110N* | Basic Communication | 3 |
| Choose from: | 3 | |
| ENL100N* | Great Writers: An Introduction to Literature | |
| ENL215U* | World Literature | |
| ENL200 | Juvenile Literature | 3 |
| ENW205A* | Essay Writing | 4 |
| EDU406 | Methods in Teaching Middle Level English | 3 |
| EDU407 | Middle Level Education Practicum in English | 1 |
| Choose one from: | 4 | |
| ENL102 | Survey of British Literature I | |
| ENL202 | Survey of British Literature II | |
| ENL204 | American Literary Traditions | |
| TOTAL | 21 |
a Students with a specialty in Communication Arts and Literature are not required to take EDU320.
* A student may also choose to use this course to meet a General Education requirement.
Specialty in Mathematics (Elementary Education majors only)
| MAT124M* | Calculus 1 | 4 |
| MAT125 | Calculus 2 | 4 |
| Choose from: | 3 | |
| MAT131M*b | Statistical Analysis | |
| MAT330 | Probability and Statistics | |
| MAT241 | Discrete Mathematics | 3 |
| MAT351 | Modern Geometry | 3 |
| EDU411 | Middle Level Education Practicum in Mathematics | 1 |
| EDU412 | Methods in Teaching 5-8 and 9-12 Mathematics | 3 |
| TOTAL | 21 |
a Students with a specialty in Communication Arts and Literature are not required to take EDU320.
b Due to Minnesota teacher licensure requirements, PSY230M may not be substituted for this statistics course.
* A student may also choose to use this course to meet a General Education requirement.
Specialty in Science (Elementary Education majors only)
| PHY110D*a | Introduction to Astronomy | 4 |
| GEL167D*a | Geology | 4 |
| Choose from: | 4 | |
| BIO103D* | Human Biology | |
| BIO113D* | Introduction to Organismic Biology | |
| BIO114D* | Introduction to Biodiversity, Ecology, and Adaptation | |
| ENS102D* | Environment and Humanity | |
| Choose from: | 4 | |
| CHE111D* | General Chemistry I | |
| CHE105D* | Modern Alchemy: Chemistry for Non-Scientists | |
| PHY100D* | Concepts in Physics | 4 |
| EDU428 | Methods in Teaching 5-8 Science | 2 |
| EDU429 | Middle Level Education Practicum in Science | 1 |
| TOTAL | 23 |
* A student may also choose to use this course to meet a General Education requirement.
a PHY110D and GEL167D replace NAS102D in the K-6 Elementary Education core for students in science specialty only.
Specialty in Social Studies (Elementary Education majors only)
| ECO201 | Principles of Economics | 4 |
| EDU419 | Middle Level Seminar and Practicum in Social Studies 5-8 | 2 |
| GEO120 | Introduction to Geography | 3 |
| GEO/HIS320K* | History and the Human Environment | 3 |
| POS100 | American Politics and Government | 3 |
| SOC101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| HIS200L* | American Civilization | 3 |
| TOTAL | 21 |
* A student may also choose to use this course to meet a General Education requirement.
Specialty in World Languages and Cultures (Elementary Education majors only)
| Choose one of | the following three programs (see proficiency requirement below): | |
| • French | ||
| FRE201 | Intermediate French I | 3 |
| FRE202 | Intermediate French II | 3 |
| FRE301U* | Francophone Cultures | 4 |
| Choose from: | 3-4 | |
| FRE305 | Readings in Francophone Literature | |
| FRE306 | Advanced French Communication | |
| EDU426 | Methods in Teaching World Languages and Cultures K-12 | 3 |
| EDU427 | Middle Level Education Practicum in World Languages and Cultures |
1 |
| Elective from | French courses at 200 level or above | 3 |
| Elective from | French courses at 300 level or above | 3 |
| TOTAL | 23-24 | |
| • German | ||
| GER102S* | Introductory German II | 4 |
| GER201 | Intermediate German | 4 |
| GER212 | Culture | 4 |
| GER306 | Advanced German Communication | 4 |
| EDU426 | Methods in Teaching World Languages and Cultures K-12 | 3 |
| EDU427 | Middle Level Education Practicum in World Languages and Cultures |
1 |
| Elective from | German courses at 300 level or above | 3 |
| TOTAL | 23 | |
| • Spanish | ||
| Choose from: | 3-4 | |
| SPA201 | Intermediate Spanish I | |
| SPA203 | Intensive Intermediate Spanish I in Guatemala | |
| Choose from: | 3-4 | |
| SPA202 | Intermediate Spanish II | |
| SPA204 | Intensive Intermediate Spanish II in Guatemala | |
| Choose from: | 4 | |
| SPA301U* | Hispanic Cultures | |
| SPA302U* | Hispanic Cultures: Guatemalan Perspectives | |
| SPA303 | Spanish Civilization and Culture | |
| Choose from: | 3 | |
| SPA300 | Introduction to Hispanic Literature | |
| SPA305 | Readings from Latin America and Spain | |
| EDU426 | Methods in Teaching K-12 World Languages and Cultures | 3 |
| EDU427 | Middle Level Education Practicum in World Languages and Cultures | 1 |
| Elective from Spanish | courses at 200 level or above | 3 |
| Elective from Spanish | courses at 300 level or above | 3 |
| TOTAL | 23-25 | |
* A student may also choose to use this course to meet a General Education requirement.
Students seeking licensure in the state of Minnesota with a specialty in a world language who are not native speakers of that language are required to demonstrate Intermediate-High level speaking proficiency as defined by the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines and tested via the Praxis II test. To achieve this level of proficiency, all students seeking a specialty in a world language are expected to have an extended immersion experience in a country where their language of study is the primary language. Native speakers of French, German, or Spanish are required to demonstrate advanced level proficiency in English and their native language.
Majors in 5-12 Education
- See respective department listings for majors in the following areas:
- Business
Communication Arts and Literature (English)
Health
Mathematics
Science with chemistry, life science, or physics emphasis
Social Studies (see listing under Multidisciplinary section)
Majors in K-12 Education
- See respective department listings for majors in the following areas:
- Music: Instrumental or Vocal
Physical Education
Teaching English as a Second Language (see listing under Modern World Languages)
Visual Arts
World Languages and Cultures: French and Spanish (see listing under Modern World Languages)
Early Childhood Education Licensure, Birth-Grade 3
The Early Childhood Education license may be obtained by successfully completing the following courses in addition to the major in elementary education with a preprimary specialty:
EDU350 Infant and Toddler Care
EDU351 Infant and Toddler Care Field Experience