Northeastern State University - College of Education

Educational Foundations
and
Leadership

Department Chair: Dr. Stan Sanders

Office: E203
E-Mail: sande008@nsuok.edu

Secretary:	Lereen Neugin
E-Mail:	neuginlj@nsuok.edu

Study guides for the Certification Examinations for Oklahoma Educators are available on the Internet at http://www.ceoe.nesinc.com. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 4.0 to access.

Professional Education for Teachers

Northeastern State University offers three professional degrees in the field of teacher education: Bachelor of Arts in Education, Bachelor of Science in Education and Master of Education. It should be noted that a minimum of 29 hours of professional education is required for a bachelor’s degree in education.

Curriculum for the degrees of Bachelor of Arts in Education and Bachelor of Science in Education consists of three parts. Part I includes a general education program that is prescribed for all students attending this University; Part II consists of a field of specialization/major in which the student expects to teach, e.g., art, elementary education, mathematics; and Part III consists of courses in professional education providing both theory and practice in materials, methods and teaching techniques. Part I and Part III are common to the requirements for both degrees. It is Part II in the field of specialization where differences occur
in the requirements for Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees.

The courses offered in professional education are designed to accomplish the following general objectives:

1. To acquaint the student with the entire field of professional education;

2. To give one an understanding of individuals, particularly as to the manner in which they grow and develop physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially;

3. To assist one in learning how to apply critical thinking to all problems, particularly to those related to professional education;

4. To provide opportunities for one to work with children and youth in learning situations;

5. To acquaint one with techniques and procedures essential to teaching;

6. To assist one in learning how to select, organize, present and evaluate instructional materials;

7. To help one to adjust to students, fellow faculty members, parents, patrons and others whom he may meet in performing professional duties;

8. To help in developing democratic procedures.

The Master of Education degree is designed to enable experienced teachers to increase their proficiencies by extending their studies in the area of general education, specialized education, and professional education beyond that attained in the baccalaureate program. This is accomplished by having interview committees and advisers assist each candidate in formulating a program of studies to meet individual needs. Please refer to the Graduate Catalog for more information on master's level programs.

Curriculum & Objectives

The Department of Teacher Education is one of four academic departments in the College of Education. This department is responsible for providing the undergraduate and graduate professional coursework leading to certification for teachers, public school administrators, college student personnel staff members, and college teachers. This department also directs the Master of Education In Teaching, Master of Education in School Administration, and Master of Science in Collegiate Scholarship and Services degrees.

Curriculum for the degrees of Bachelor of Arts in Education and Bachelor of Science in Education consists of three parts. Part I includes a general education program that is prescribed for all students attending this University; Part II consists of a field of specialization in which the student expects to teach, e.g., art, elementary education, mathematics; and Part III consists of courses in professional education providing both theory and practice in materials, methods and teaching techniques. Part I and Part III are common to the requirements for both degrees. It is Part II in the field of specialization where differences occur in the requirements for Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees.

Career Opportunities

Students who earn the Bachelor of Arts in Education degree, or the Bachelor of Science in Education degree are eligible to be employed as a teacher in the public schools nationwide. Successful completion of a graduate degree prepares one for employment in the public schools as a public school teacher or elementary or secondary principal or junior college teaching or administration.

Objectives of Professional Education Courses

Courses offered in professional education are designed to accomplish the following general objectives:

To acquaint the student with the entire field of professional education.
To give one an understanding of individuals, particularly as to the manner in which they grow and develop physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially.
To assist one in learning how to apply critical thinking to all problems, particularly to those related to professional education.
To provide opportunities for one to work with children and youth in learning situations.
To acquaint one with techniques and procedures essential to teaching.
To assist one in learning how to select, organize, present and evaluate instructional materials.
To help one to adjust to students, fellow faculty members, patrons and others whom he may meet in performing professional duties.
To help in developing democratic procedures.

Admission to Professional Education

Establish and maintain a minimum overall grade point average of at least 2.50
Have completed at least 45 semester hours of college credit.
Complete and submit an application and statement of understanding.
Achieve a passing score on the Oklahoma General Education Test (OGET)
Submit an official degree plan to the Office of Admission to Teacher Education (candidates who have completed a bachelor's degree and are seeking certification only must submit a certification checksheet)
Successful completion of Portfolio Checkpoint #1
Be recommended by the Professional Education Interview Committee.
Professional Habits Inventory (PHI) evaluation
Successfully complete EDUC 3313, Clinical Teaching and Pre-Internship I
Fulfill competency in a language other than English (prior to graduation)

Professional Education Required Core (29 hours)

EDUC 3313, Clinical Teaching and Pre-Internship I (requires one day a week internship at a school in addition to scheduled class times)
SPED 4433, Education of the Exceptional Child (does not require admission to Teacher Education).
EDUC 3113, Educational Psychology (does not require admission to Teacher Education)

Enrollment in the above 3 courses requires at least 45 hours and an overall GPA of 2.50. The above 3 classes must be taken at the same time.

Requires Admission to Teacher Education (must be admitted to enroll in these courses):

EDUC 4823, Technology in Education
EDUC 4032, Pre-Internship II (requires one day a week internship at a school)
SPED 4562, Practicum in Mild/Moderate Disabilities
EDUC 4353, Teaching Methods and Practices
ELED 4563, Management of the Elementary Classroom and Curriculum
ECED 4513, Organization and Implementation of Early Childhood
EDUC 4054, 4064, 4056, 4066, and 4252, Full Internship Program (requires full semester internship at a school)

Programs in Secondary Education

Students certifying to teach in secondary schools will receive their advisement and degree plans from the departments that offer that specialization and/or major. However, students must receive admission to professional education, enroll in professional education courses, and internships from the College of Education.

Beginning with the fall 1999 semester, all students who graduate with a teacher education/certification degree are required to fulfill a competency in a language other than English. Please check with your advisor regarding this requirement.

Contact the Department Chair of Educational Foundations and Leadership