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Department of Teacher Education
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Early Childhood to Grade 6 –
Generalist Certification

Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies –
120 semester hours

Interdisciplinary Major
Courses Hours
English 1301, 1302, sophomore literature 9
Political Science 2301, 2302 6
History 1301, 1302 6
Geography 2305 3
Biology 1410, 1411 8
Physical Science 3311, 3312 6
Reading 3332, 3335, 3336, 4301, 4602 18
Other Requirements
Courses Hours
Communication 2301 3
Education 2323 3
Mathematics 1302, 1341, 1342 9
Physical Activity 1
Art 1302 or Music 1361 3
Early Childhood Education 2305, 3350, 4350 9
Education 3314 3
Educational Psychology 3303 3
Special Education 2361 3

Field Based Experience

Block I
Courses Hours
Education 2302 3
Education 4309 3
Education 4311 3
Education 4314 3
Block II - Student Teaching Component
Courses Hours
Education 4315 3
Education 4975 9
Electives
Courses Hours
Electives 3

Students are to consult with the advisor in the Education Preparation Information Center, CARR-EFA Bldg, Room 287.

Except for courses used as electives, a grade of “C” or better is required on all course work. This change is effective for new degree plans beginning Fall 2009.

Special Education Supplemental Certification

To qualify for the Special Education Supplemental certificate, the individual may add the following coursework to a degree plan that includes certification. The course work may be used for a minor:

Special Education 2361, 3360, 3364, 3365, 4362, 4363

Completion of the above course work, passing the SPED Supplemental TExES examination, and having a teaching certificate will enable the individual to teach special education in his or her certification area.