Elementary Education P-5, BSEd (ELEMED2-BSED)

Program Description

The Elementary Education P-5 program leads to the Bachelor of Science in Education degree with licensure. The degree program is designed so that students complete a variety of general education, content, and pre-professional education courses before beginning the program as members of a cohort. The cohort portion of the program consists of two semesters of integrated coursework and field experiences and one semester of student teaching. Recommendation for licensure requires successful completion of the program and passing scores on required licensure examinations.

Upon successful completion of the licensure portion of the program and passing the appropriate licensure exams, candidates are eligible for an Ohio resident educator license P-5. Please consult with an advisor for current licensure test information. Licensure and certification requirements vary from state to state, and we have not determined if this program meets educational requirements outside of Ohio. If you are planning to pursue professional licensure or certification in a state other than Ohio, please contact the appropriate licensing entity in that state to seek information and guidance regarding that state’s licensure or certification requirements.

Specific courses have been included to ensure that candidates develop theoretical and practical knowledge in humanities, mathematics and technology, social sciences, biological and physical sciences, the arts and personal health and fitness. Included also are the courses that incorporate multicultural and global perspectives in the general education requirements.

Program Admissions Requirements

Program application due September 15. New cohorts begin every spring semester.
Cumulative minimum GPA of 2.60
Earn grades of “C” or better and “P” for all pre-requisite ED/EDS/EED coursework & EED content courses
Exams scores documenting competency in Reading, Writing and Math via the subtests on the ACT, SAT, and/or Praxis Core Academics for Educators exams. See program website for specific score requirements.
Dispositional Assessment
Field Placement Application (EED 3210)
Academic Plan for completion of all general education Core and EED Content courses prior to admission

Program Learning Objectives

Students enrolled in this program will learn to:

demonstrate an understanding and knowledge of each child’s development, culture, and learning. (Ohio Pk - 5 Standard 1, CAEP K - 6 Standard 1)
apply a strong foundation of content knowledge is all teaching fields, (Literacy, Math, Science and Social Studies) and connect this knowledge to effective planning and instructional practices. (Ohio Pk - 5 Standard 2, CAEP K - 6 Standard 2)
design, implement, and adapt assessment practices to inform instruction that will engage students, monitor progress and guide data informed decision making. (Ohio Pk - 5 Standard 3, CAEP K - 6 Standard 3)
support each child by planning and implementing coherent, rigorous, and standards-aligned instruction that reflects understanding of Pk – 5 learners and their needs. (Ohio Pk - 5 Standard 5, CAEP K - 6 Standard 4)
establish and apply effective social emotional supports for Pk - 5 learners including management, instructional, and social supports that build an effective and supportive learning environment. (Ohio Pk – 5 Standard 4)
engage in professional practice, reflection, advocacy and collaboration through self-reflection and collaboration with families, colleagues and professional learning communities. (Ohio Pk - 5 Standard 6, CAEP K - 6 Standard 5)

Program Learning Outcomes

As a result of their learning experience, graduates of this program can [aligned with OSTP (2005)]:

understand student learning and development and respect the diversity of the students they teach. (Learner Development)
understand the content area for which they have instructional responsibility. (Content Knowledge)
understand and use a variety of assessments to inform instruction, evaluate and ensure student learning. (Learning Differences)
plan and deliver effective instruction that advances the learning of each individual student. (Instructional Strategies)
create learning environments that promote high levels of learning and achievement for all students. (Learning Environments)
collaborate and communicate with students, parents, other educators, administrators and the community to support student learning. (Professional Learning and Ethical Practice)
assume responsibility for professional growth, performance and involvement as an individual and as a member of a learning community. (Leadership and Collaboration)

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Elementary Education P-5, B SEd - Dayton Campus

Elementary Education P-5, BSEd - Lake Campus

I. Wright State Core: 36 Credit Hours

As a part of the requirements for a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education at Wright State University, all students must complete the Wright State Core. The EED program requires 37 hours in the Core.

First-Year Seminar: 3 Credit Hours

All students must successfully complete a First-Year Seminar during their first year. Transfer students who transfer 24 or more credit hours (post high school graduation) are exempt from this requirement and may need to satisfy additional credit hours in the Additional Core Courses category.

UVC 1025 - US Civic Literacy Credit Hour(s): 3

Element A - English Composition: 6 Credit Hours

First-Year Writing Course (3 credit hours)

Chosee one first year writing course (example: ENG 1100)

Based on Writing Placement level, some students may be required to enroll in a corequisite course (DEV 0100). 

Second-Year Writing Course (3 credit hours)

Choose one second year writing course (example: ENG 2100) Credits / Units: 6
ENG 1100 - Academic Writing and Reading Credit Hour(s): 3
ENG 2100 - Research Writing and Argumentation Credit Hour(s): 3

Element B - Mathematics, Statistics, and Logic: 4 Credit Hours

Based on Math Placement Level, students may need additional prerequisite or corequisite coursework in mathematics prior to enrollment in the required course below.

Required:

MTH 2415 - Elementary Mathematics Concepts for Educators 1 Credit Hour(s): 4

Element C - Arts and Humanities: 6 Credit Hours

Students will select two Arts and Humanities courses, with different course prefixes from the approved Wright State Core Program Requirements. One course must fulfill the History requirement.

History Requirement (3 credit hours)
Choose 1 course from the list below:
HST 1100 - Western Civilizations to 1500 Credit Hour(s): 3
HST 1200 - The West and the World since 1500 Credit Hour(s): 3
Arts and Humanities Course (3 credit hours)
Choose an additional Arts and Humanities course (a different prefix from what is chosen above) from the approved Wright State Core Program Requirements.

Element D - Social & Behavioral Sciences: 6 Credit Hours

Students will select two Social and Behavioral Sciences courses, with different course prefixes from the approved Wright State Core Program Requirements.

ED 2700 - Introduction to Educational Psychology Credit Hour(s): 3
PSY 1010 - Introduction to Psychology Credit Hour(s): 3

Element E - Natural Sciences: 8 Credit Hours

Select two courses from the list below:

BIO 3450 - Concepts in Life Science I for Educators Credit Hour(s): 4
EES 3450 - Concepts in Earth Science I for Educators Credit Hour(s): 4
CHM 2450 - Concepts in Chemistry I for Educators Credit Hour(s): 4
PHY 2460 - Concepts in Physics for Educators I Credit Hour(s): 4

Additional Core Courses: 3 Credit Hours

Students will select up to 1 additional course (3 credit hours) from Elements A-E from the approved Wright State Core Program Requirements to reach the 36 minimum hours required in the Core. Unless specified by the student’s major, these are selected by the student. When a major has required courses in this area, the specific Core course(s) required will be listed below.

REQUIRED: ED 2100

ED 2100 - Education in a Democracy Credit Hour(s): 3

Additional Core Requirements

Within the 36 credit hours of the Wright State Core students must successfully complete the following:

· One Global Inquiry (GI) course

· One to two Integrated Writing (IW) courses. To meet degree requirements all students must complete a minimum of 3 IW courses by choosing either (a) 1 in the Core and 2 in the major or (b) 2 in the Core and 1 in the major. Students should check their major program requirements for courses that fulfill Integrated Writing.

Students who do not make choices within the 36 required hours of the Core to fulfill the GI and IW requirements will take additional Core hours beyond the minimum of 36.

II. Pre Professional Core: 32 Credit Hours

COM 1010 - Essentials of Public Address Credit Hour(s): 3
ED 2600 - Introduction to Education Credit Hour(s): 3
ED 2650 - Early Field Experience: Introduction to the Education Profession Part 1 Credit Hour(s): 1
ED 2800 - Cultural Humility for Working with Youth Credit Hour(s): 3
EDS 2900 - Individuals with Exceptionalities Credit Hour(s): 3
EED 3300 - Introduction to Child Development Credit Hour(s): 3
EED 3400 - Classroom Management P-5 Credit Hour(s): 3
EED 3500 - Families, Communities, and Schools Credit Hour(s): 3
GEO 2100 - Physical Geography Credit Hour(s): 3
HED 3310 - Health Education and Physical Education for ECE Credit Hour(s): 3
MTH 2435 - Elementary Mathematics Concepts for Educators 2 Credit Hour(s): 4

III. Professional Education: 38 Credit Hours

ED 4062 - Literacy Foundations and Assessment Credit Hour(s): 3
ED 4064 - Phonological Awareness, Phonics, and Word Study Credit Hour(s): 3
ED 4262 - Content Literacy, Comprehension, and Vocabulary Credit Hour(s): 3
ED 4264 - Writing Composition and Instruction Credit Hour(s): 3
EED 3210 - P-5 Methods Field Experience Credit Hour(s): 1
EED 3200 - Social Studies Methods P-5 Credit Hour(s): 3
EED 4100 - Science Methods P-5 Credit Hour(s): 3
EED 4200 - Mathematics Methods P-5 Credit Hour(s): 3
EED 4210 - EED Internship Part I Credit Hour(s): 1
EED 4400 - Assessment Methods P-5 Credit Hour(s): 3
EED 4800 - Professional Seminar P-5 Credit Hour(s): 3
EED 4900 - EED Internship Part II: Student Teaching Credit Hour(s): 9

IV. General Electives: 14 Credit Hours

Students must earn a minimum of 120 credit hours for a baccalaureate degree. If the total number of credit hours in the WSU Core (general education program) and the major requirements do not total at least 120 credits, students will choose additional courses (general electives) to meet the minimum required 120 credit hours. Students may choose from any undergraduate course in the Academic Catalog for which they meet the course prerequisites and for which they do not already have earned credit.

Total: 120 Credit Hours

Graduation Planning Strategy

A Graduation Planning Strategy (GPS), also known as a four-year guide, is an academic tool showing one example of how a program can be completed in a certain amount of time. All Wright State undergraduate majors can be completed in four years with careful planning. Some programs may require summer coursework. Time to degree is dependent on many factors including student placement in mathematics and writing courses, CCP and AP coursework, transfer coursework, and other variables.

This GPS is valid for this year’s Academic Catalog only and is subject to change. This GPS is a recommendation only and your actual program may vary. Students should consult with their academic advisor on a regular basis and create a personalized plan to degree completion.

Elementary Education P-5, BSEd (GPS)