Southwestern Oklahoma State University Undergraduate Catalog 2023-2024
ELEMENTARY PROGRAMS COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES
ELEMENTARY EDUCATION GOALS After completing the Elementary Program, the candidate will be able to: 1. Identify, illustrate, and utilize sound principles of teaching. 2. Exhibit a depth of knowledge in communications in the behavioral aspects of man and society, world cultures, social issues and trends, scientific discovery, creative arts, and appreciation of the arts. 3. Demonstrate humanistic qualities of empathy, flexibility, and individual concern toward all students in clarifying their values. 4. Interpret data about students’ social, emotional, intellectual, and cultural environments. 5. Utilize current trends in developing the learning environment conducive to self-discipline. 6. Practice professional ethics. 7. Develop objectives in all areas of the curriculum.
PROGRAMS OF STUDY
Majors:
B.S.Ed. Elementary Education Early Childhood Education Option
GENERAL INFORMATION Students completing approved programs must make a passing score on examinations required by the Oklahoma State Department of Education. Recommendations for the teaching certificate are made to the Certification Section by the University and certification is then granted by the State Board of Education.
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