The Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education equips pre-service teachers with research-based knowledge, skills, abilities and dispositions to engage in socially just teaching practices. Through development of interdisciplinary practices and assessment literacy, with a focus on critical thinking, our pre-service teachers will be equipped to make significant impacts on learning in tomorrow鈥檚 elementary classrooms. The diverse needs of PK-6 students, systemic influences on student performance, and ethical considerations are embedded throughout the curriculum.
Program Highlights
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Opportunities for multiple, diverse field experiences at the beginning, middle, and end of the program
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Development of culturally-competent teachers through relevant pedagogical and management strategies
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Integration of competencies across subjects and disciplines is enhanced
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Focus is on preparing future-ready teachers
Careers
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Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education
Teach elemental natural and social science, personal hygiene, music, art, and literature to kindergarten students. Promote physical, mental, and social development. May be required to hold State certification.
Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education
Teach students basic academic, social, and other formative skills in public or private schools at the elementary level.
Alumni Careers
Requirements
For admission to an undergraduate teacher education program, a student must have an overall GPA of 2.75 and 鈥淐-鈥 or better in required courses, or an overall GPA of 2.80 and 鈥淐鈥 or better in the BSED program. 聽
Transfer
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Cost
Estimated rates for the 2024-25 academic year. Rates are subject to change. Anyone that is not a current Virginia resident will be charged non-resident rates. That includes international students.
Ways to Save
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