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Preliminary Credentials
Multiple Subject Credentials The SB2042 Multiple Subject Credential authorizes instruction in any self-contained classroom for grades K–12, preschool, and classes organized primarily for adults, but is especially appropriate for grades K– 6. This credential also includes authorization to teach English Language Learners in self-contained core settings. Single Subject Credentials The Single Subject Credential authorizes instruction in the subjects listed on the credential in departmentalized classes at any grade level including preschool, grades K–12, and classes organized primarily for adults, but is especially appropriate for middle school and high school. This credential also includes authorization to teach English Language Learners within the content area. Preliminary Credential Admission Requirements For graduate students who are earning credentials but not seeking a degree, the following admission requirements apply: • Applicants must have completed all bachelors requirements prior to the start of the program and must have a bachelors degree conferred from a regionally accredited institution prior to the start of the second term. • Take the California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST) or have satisfied the Basic Skills Requirement (BSR). • Verify subject matter competency. Candidates must present a letter verifying completion of a state-approved subject matter waiver program or evidence of passing one subtest of the CSET in their subject area. • Have a minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale. • Verify possession of Certificate of Clearance from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing and submit valid TB tests results. • Applicants for whom English is not a primary language must verify a score of 100 iBT on the TOEFL exam. • Complete Biola University's Graduate Education Application. • Interview with a member of the School of Education. Official documents presented for admission or evaluation become part of the student's academic file and normally cannot be returned or copied for distribution. Preliminary Credential Teacher Preparation Requirements After successfully completing the requirements below, candidates make an appointment with a credential analyst in the School of Education at Biola University and apply for the Preliminary Credential from the State of California’s Commission on Teacher Credentialing. 1. Teacher Preparation Courses All candidates for the Preliminary Multiple Subject (MS) or Single Subject (SS) Teaching Credential must complete the following graduate teacher preparation courses in sequence:
SEED 541
Methods of Teaching Linguistically Diverse Students
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SEED 520
Elementary Reading/Language Arts
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or SEED 525 Secondary Content Area Reading SEED 538
Elementary Curriculum, Differentiation, and Assessment
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or SEED 539 Secondary Curriculum, Differentiation, and Assessment Select one of the following:
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SEED 512 & SEED 513 SEED 514 & SEED 515
Elementary Student Teaching I and Elementary Student Teaching II
Secondary Student Teaching I and Secondary Student Teaching II 2. Subject-Specific Pedagogy Courses Secondary candidates must take the course respective to his or her subject area:
SEED 533
Single Subject Pedagogy
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Elementary candidates must take the following subject-specific pedagogy courses:
SEED 507
Art Workshop for Elementary School Teaching Music Workshop for Elementary School Teaching Elementary Mathematics/Science Workshop Elementary Physical Education Workshop Elementary Health Curriculum and Methods Elementary History - Social Science Curriculum and Methods
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SEED 508
1
SEED 509
2
SEED 516 SEED 536
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SEED 537
1
SEED 549
Studies in Children's Literature
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3. Taskstream Subscription Candidates must have a paid subscription to Taskstream while taking teacher preparation courses, pedagogy courses, and during student teaching. 4. Certificate of Clearance and Tuberculosis (TB) Test Candidates must complete the application for a Certificate of Clearance prior to taking SEED 519, in order to participate in the required fieldwork sequence. Fees required. Candidates must submit valid TB tests results prior to taking SEED 519, and annually in order to participate in the required fieldwork sequence in the Teacher Preparation Program. Fees required. 5. Minimum Grades and GPA Requirements All teacher preparation and pedagogy courses must be completed with a grade of ’B-’ or higher. Overall, a 3.0 GPA must be maintained in the teacher preparation course sequence in order to student teach and to be recommended for a Preliminary Multiple or Single Subject Teaching Credential.
SEED 519 SEED 526
Foundations of Education
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Psychological Foundations of Education
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