DEPARTMENT OF CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION (CIED)
John Helfeldt, Department Head, 200 Graduate
Education Building, 575-4209
Jerry Ford, Coordinator of Graduate Programs, 204 Graduate Education Building,
575-4209
The Department of Curriculum and Instruction sponsors basic teacher certification programs in the areas of elementary education, secondary education, middle school education, mild disabilities, and gifted and talented. With the cooperation of the Department of Health, Kinesiology, Recreation, & Dance, the Department of Vocational & Adult Education, the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences, and the College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences, additional secondary school certification programs are made available.
| Elementary Education | Middle Level Education | Secondary Education | Special Education |
Elementary Education
PROFESSORS EMERITI; CASPERS, CORNISH, MANWARREN;
PROFESSORS HELFELDT, SULLIVAN;
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR EMERITI STEPHENS;
ASSOCIATE PROFESSORS JOHNSON, LEFEVER-DAVIS;
ASSISTANT PROFESSORS COLLIER, McGEE, STANDRIDGE, WALTER;
INSTRUCTORS CRONAN, RIGGS
Elementary Education Requirements
| General Studies (24 hours) | |
| ENGL 1013, Composition I | PEAC 1621, Fitness Concepts |
| ENGL 1023, Composition II | ARTS 1003, Art Studio |
| WLIT (3 hrs), World Literature | PSYC 2003, General Psychology |
| ENGL (3 hrs), literature elective | MATH 1203, College Algebra |
| HLSC 1002, Wellness Concepts | ENGL 2003, Advanced Composition (exemption by examination or credit in ENGL 2013 or grade of at least "B" in ENGL 1013 and "A" in ENGL 1023 at Fayetteville campus) |
| Elementary Education/Communication (31 hours) | |
| COMM 1313, Fundamentals of Communication | HESC 3403/3400L, Child Guidance |
| CIED 4101, Practicum | HESC 4453, Parenting and Family Dynamics |
| CIED 4113, Integrated Communication Skills | PSYC 3093, Childhood & Adolescence |
| CIED 4128, Content Integration (math, science, social studies) | CDIS 3263, Language Development for the Educator |
| HESC 2433, Child Development |
| Interdisciplinary Studies (43 hours) | |
Mathematics (12 hours, or 15 hours total) Twelve hours in addition to the general studies requirement of MATH 1203. Six of the 12 hours must include MATH 2213 and 2223. |
General Science (16 hours) BIOL 1543/1541L |
| Social Science (15 Hours) | |
Economics Geography (select one course) Western/World Civilizations (select one course) |
History Political Science History (select one course) |
| Pre-Education Core | |
| CIED 1002, Introduction to Education CIED 1011, Intro to Education Practicum CIED 3023, Survey of Exceptionalities CIED 3033, Classroom Learning Theory |
CIED 3103, Children's Literature ETEC 2003, Educational Technology CIED 3113, Emergent & Developmental Literacy |
| Psychomotor/Aesthetic Component (12 Hours) | |
| ARHS 1003, Art Lecture ARED 3603, Public School Art for Elementary Schools MUED 3813, Music for Elementary Education Majors |
MUED 3810L, Music for Elementary Education Majors Lab (MUAC
1161 is a prerequisite for MUED 3813 and 3810L) PHED 3373, Methods & Materials in P.E. for Children |
Total for Elementary Education: 128 hours
Recommended Program in Elementary Education
Freshman Year - First Semester 3 ENGL 1013, Composition I 16 semester hours |
Freshman Year - Second Semester 3 ENGL 1023, Composition II 16 semester hours |
Sophomore Year - First Semester 3 ARTS 1003, Art Studio 16 semester hours |
Sophomore Year - Second Semester 4 Science and lab elective 16 semester hours |
Junior Year - First Semester 3 WCIV 1003, Western Civilization I 16 semester hours |
Junior Year - Second Semester 4 MUED 3813/3810L, Music for Elem. Ed. Majors 18 semester hours |
Senior Year - First Semester 3 CIED 3103, Children's Literature 15 semester hours |
Senior Year - Second Semester 3 CIED 4113, Integrated Comm. Skills 15 semester hours |
128 Total Semester Hours for B.S.E.
NOTES: The Junior English requirement should be satisfied during the appropriate semester as advised. ENGL 3003 is not listed since it does not count for degree hours but may be passed by test or exemption. Recommended math electives: MATH 2053, 2103, 3773, 4783.
M.A.T. Degree Program Requirements4 (33 hours)
Required Courses from the M.A.T. Core (10 hours)
| CIED 5012, Measurement/Research/Statistical Concepts for Teachers |
| CIED 5022, Classroom Management Concepts for Teachers |
| CIED 5032, Curric. Design Concepts for Teachers |
| CIED 5052, Seminar: Multicultural Issues |
| ETEC 5062, Teaching and Learning with Computer Based Technologies |
Additional Program Requirements (23 hours)
| CIED 5003, Childhood Seminar |
| CIED 5073, Case Study in Childhood Ed. |
| CIED 5173, Literacy Assessment |
| ELED 5113, Early Childhood Ed.: History, Purpose and Programs |
| CIED 5162, Applied Practicum |
| CIED 5063, Contemporary and Futuristic Concerns of Childhood Education |
| CIED 508V Childhood Ed. Cohort Teaching Internship |
Middle Level Education
The middle level education program is not currently an approved state certification area. The program is under development. Students interested in majoring in Middle Level Education should contact the Department of Curriculum and Instruction, 201 Graduate Education Bldg.
| Included in the undergraduate degree program will be the following 18-hour Pre-Education Core: |
| CIED 1002, Introduction to Education CIED 1011, Introduction to Education Practicum ETEC 2003, Educational Technology CIED 3023, Survey of Exceptionalities CIED 3033, Classroom Learning Theory CIED 3043, Introduction to Middle Level Principles and Methods CIED 4343, Teaching Reading |
Secondary Education (SEED)
PROFESSORS BESONEN, GRAENING, TAYLOR, TOTTEN; PROFESSORS EMERITI WALTMAN, WILLIAMSON; ASSOCIATE PROFESSORS CLARK, DIGBY, FORD, WAVERING; ASSISTANT PROFESSOR MORROW
Secondary Schools Program
Students certifying to teach in grades 9-12 will receive a degree from Fulbright College with a specialization in one of the following areas: biology, chemistry, communication and drama, English, foreign language, geography, geology, history, journalism, mathematics, physics, political science, psychology, sociology, speech and drama, or any other appropriate degree.
| Included in the undergraduate degree program will be the following 18-hour Pre-Education Core: |
| CIED 1002, Introduction to Education CIED 1011, Introduction to Education Practicum ETEC 2003, Educational Technology CIED 3023, Survey of Exceptionalities CIED 3033, Classroom Learning Theory CIED 4201, Seminar: Introduction to Professionalism CIED 4210L, Practicum: Critical and Creative Thinking Skills CIED 4211, Seminar: Critical and Creative Thinking Skills CIED 4221, Seminar: Structure of the Disciplines CNED 4003, Classroom Human Relations Skills |
Students with an appropriate baccalaureate degree and upon completion of the Pre-Education Core may apply to the Master of Arts in Teaching program to complete a master's and certification. See the Graduate School Catalog for information about the M.A.T. program.
SEED MAT APPLICATION PROCESS
I. Preliminary Admissions
Students to complete Preliminary Admissions form at the end of CIED 1002/1011 indicating teaching field intent, anticipated date to enter MAT, GPA (including transfer work) and completion of PPST. Students who transfer CIED 1002/1011 from another institution must complete the form at the time of first enrollment.
II. Candidacy Status
| 1. Complete MAT check by October 1. |
| 2. File Graduate School Application by November 1. |
| 3. Complete admission screening interview (to be scheduled between February 15 and March 15). |
| 4. At the time of the interview, candidates must have GPA of 2.70, have passed the PPST, submitted three letters of reference, and submitted a portfolio. Foreign Language majors must submit proof of having passed the foreign language proficiency exam. |
| 5. The list of students will be reduced to 50 at this time. |
| 6. The probationary status will include the content specific courses of the spring semester, plus the first 6 hours of the MAT taught during the summer term. It is recommended that the MAT classes be taught during session 5. |
| 7. At the completion of the 6 hours of MAT courses, the secondary faculty will convene to review the status of the 50 candidates. |
III. Professional Standing Status
Professional Standing Status will be granted at completion of the first 6 hours of MAT courses and after faculty review. (For details contact the Department of Curriculum & Instruction in the Graduate Education Building 201.)
Special Education (SPED)
ASSOCIATE PROFESSORS GARTIN, IMBEAU; ASSISTANT PROFESSORS COMPTON, HAAS; ASSISTANT PROFESSOR EMERITUS YALOWITZ; INSTRUCTOR JORDAN
The major in Special Education is designed for those who plan to teach children and adolescents with disabilities. Upon completion of the M.A.T. program students will be eligible for certification in the areas of mild disabilities.
B.S.E. Degree with a Major in Special Education
Emphasis in One of the Following Areas: Psychology, Social Work, Human Services, or Environmental Sciences-Early Childhood. The minimum requirements for all students in the College of Education and Health Professions are listed under General Studies. The following are requirements for the program in special education.
| General Studies | |
ENGL 1013, Composition I ENGL 1023, Composition II ENGL 2003, Advanced Composition (exemption by examination or credit in ENGL 2013 or grade of at least "B" in ENGL 1013 and "A" in ENGL 1023 at Fayetteville campus) WCIV 1003, Western Civilization I WCIV 1013, Western Civilization II HIST 2003, History of American People to 1877; or HIST 2013, History of American People 1877 to Present; or PLSC 2003, American National Government SOCI 2013, General Sociology |
MATH 1203, College Algebra BIOL 1543/1541L Principles of Biology 4 hrs. of Physical Science (See University Core) PSYC 2003, General Psychology COMM 1313, Fundamentals of Communication HLSC 1002, Wellness Concepts PEAC 1621, Fitness Concepts Fine Arts and Humanities (See University Core) elective (6 hours) Social Studies elective (3 hours) World Literature (3 hours) |
| Pre-Education Core | |
CIED 1002, Intro to Education (Coreq.: CIED 1001) CIED 1011, Intro to Education Practicum (Coreq.: CIED 1002) ETEC 2003, Educational Technology CIED 3033, Classroom Learning Theory (Prereq.: CIED 1002/1011, PSYC 2003) |
CIED 3023, Survey of Exceptionalities (Prereq.: CIED 1002/1011, PSYC 2003) CIED 3303, Nature/Needs, Persons with Mild Disabilities (Prereq.: CIED 3023) CIED 3313, Nature/Needs, Persons with Moderate /Profound Disabilities (Prereq.: CIED 3023) |
Cognate Studies (Choose One Option)
| Option 1 - Psychology (PSYC 2003 is a prerequisite for all courses in this option) |
| PSYC 3013, Social Psychology PSYC 3023, Abnormal Psychology PSYC 3103, Cognitive Psychology PSYC 4023, Adulthood and Aging |
| Option 2 - Social Work |
| SCWK 2133, Introduction to Social Work SCWK 3163, On Death and Dying SCWK 3233, Juvenile Delinquency (Prereq.: junior standing) SCWK 3633, Problems of Child Welfare (Prereq. junior standing) |
| Option 3 - Human Services |
| PSYC 4023, Adulthood and Aging SOCI 4133, The Family SCWK 2133, Introduction to Social Work SCWK 3633, Problems of Child Welfare (Prereq.: junior standing) |
| Option 4 - Human Environmental Sciences-Early Childhood |
| HESC 2433, Child Development (Prereq: PSYC 2003 or HESC 1403) HESC 2403/HESC 2400L, Infancy & Toddlerhood Development (Prereq: 3 hours of human development/family studies or psychology) HESC 3403, Child Guidance (Prerequisite: HESC 2403) HESC 4453, Parenting and Family Dynamics (Prereq: 6 hours of human development/ family studies and psychology or consent of instructor) |
Special Education Requirements
CIED 3323, Nature/Needs, Persons with Serious Emotional
Disorders (Prereq.: CIED 3023)
CIED 4303, Assessment of Students with Disabilities (Prereq.: CIED 3023,
CIED 3303, 3313, or 3323)
CIED 4313, Teaching Math for Students with Exceptionalities (Prereq.: CIED
3023, CIED 3303, 3313, or 3323)
CIED 4323, Instructional Design for Teachers (Prereq.: CIED 3023, CIED 3303,
3313, or 3323)
CIED 4336, Methods for Teaching Students with Exceptionalities in Elem.
and Secondary School (Prereq.: CIED 3023, CIED 3303, 3313, or 3323)
CDIS 2253, Intro to Communicative Disorders
PHED 3903, Phys. Ed. for Special Populations
Special Requirements
CIED 3043, Intro to Middle Level Prin & Methods
PSYC 3033, Infancy and Early Childhood (Prereq.: PSYC 2003, PSYC 3093; Child
& Adolescence)
CIED 3103, Children's Literature (Prereq: PSYC 3093; Coreq CIED 3113))
CIED 3113, Emergent and Developing Literacy (Prereq: CIED 3103, PSYC 3033
or 3093)
CIED 4343, Teaching Reading
CDIS 3263, Language Devel. for the Educator
Total 125-128 hours
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