Elementary Education (2-6), B.A.E.

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This major satisfies the educational requirements for South Carolina certification in elementary education in grades 2-6. Students must earn a grade of ‘C’ or better in all elementary foundation courses, major requirements, and all courses in English, mathematics, science, and social studies required as specified to meet the basic academic core for graduation. Students should plan carefully with their advisers since some courses have prerequisites and are limited to specific semesters. Students may not participate in courses designated with the education/elementary education prefix (EDEL) until after being admitted to the professional program in teacher education.

Student Learning Outcomes

Students who complete the requirements for a degree in elementary education (2-6) will be able to:

1. Apply content and pedagogical knowledge to the teaching and learning process for students in the 2-6 grades.
2. Provide learning environments supported by technology.
3. Demonstrate through differentiated instruction fair treatment of students based on each child’s educational needs.
4. Analyze student performance to improve instruction.
5. Demonstrate professional behaviors and dispositions.
6. Collaborate with families and communities to support the learning of all children in the classroom.