Biola University 2015–16 Catalog
• English: Demonstrate critical thinking and literary skills that will further develop their understanding of and preparation for teaching English/ Language Arts content through the study of literature, grammar, and different forms of writing. • Human Development: Demonstrate the ability to think critically about psychological theories in at least three of the following areas: human sexuality, marriage, family, religious experience, human lifespan, and cross-cultural/ethnic issues. • Intercultural Studies: Articulate the knowledge and skills needed to communicate and work effectively in culturally diverse contexts. • Mathematics: Demonstrate foundational mastery of mathematical concepts in at least three of the following areas: precalculus, calculus, calculus for management sciences, discrete structures, abstract algebra, probability and statistics, linear algebra, classical geometry, modern geometry, and number theory. • Physical Education: Identify healthy living practices, define sociological and psychological issues in physical education, and demonstrate a foundational knowledge of appropriate physical education strategies. • Spanish - Heritage Learners: Demonstrate advanced written and oral proficiency in Spanish. • Spanish - Language Learners: Demonstrate intermediate written and oral proficiency in Spanish. • Special Education: Identify student learning needs and design appropriate adaptations to maximize learning for each student. • U.S. History: Demonstrate foundational mastery of American History in at least three of the following areas: American government, the American Revolution, the Civil War, the presidency, Modern America, the U.S. since the 1920s, and cultural geography. • Visual Arts: Explore, conceive, and design art in at least two of the following mediums: drawing, figure studies, digital tools, 2-D design, 3-D design, sculpture, ceramics, and printmaking. Degree Program A Bachelor of Arts degree in Liberal Studies, Elementary Education is offered upon completion of the University baccalaureate and major requirements. Writing Competency The writing competency requirement is embedded in LEDU 330 - Psychological Foundations of Education. GPA Requirement A Liberal Studies, Elementary Education major must achieve and maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.75. Students who do not meet the required 2.75 cumulative GPA but meet the university’s minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA will graduate as a Liberal Studies major only. Integration Seminar Requirement Liberal Studies, Elementary Education majors must take the following course to meet their Bible Integration requirement: BBST 465 - Integration Seminar as “Christian Philosophy of Education.” General Education Requirements The major-specific General Education requirements for the Liberal Studies, Elementary Education major include the following:
U.S. History HIST 108
United States History to 1865
Credit(s): 3.
Behavioral Science PSYC 200
Introduction to Psychology
Credit(s): 3.
Fine Arts Choose one of the following: ARTS 100
Art Appreciation
Credit(s): 3.
COMM 160 Theatre Appreciation MUSC 101 Music Appreciation
Credit(s): 3.
Credit(s): 3.
Philosophy Choose one of the following: PHIL 210
Introduction to Logic
Credit(s): 3.
Introduction to Philosophy
PHIL 214 PHIL 215
Credit(s): 3.
Introduction to Ethics
Credit(s): 3.
Physical Education Choose two physical education activities and PEED 201 Elementary Physical Education Methods and Activities
Credit(s): 2.
Core Requirements ARTS 306
Elementary Art Workshop
Credit(s): 3.
United States History Since 1865
HIST 109 HIST 403 INCS 331 LEDU 309 LEDU 335
Credit(s): 3.
California History
Credit(s): 3.
Peoples of Ethnic America
Credit(s): 3.
Elementary Math/Science Methods Child Development: Birth through Adolescence Elementary Health Curriculum and Methods Elementary History-Social Science Curriculum and Methods Methods of Teaching Linguistically Diverse Students
Credit(s): 2.
Credit(s): 3.
LEDU 336
Credit(s): 1.
LEDU 337
Credit(s): 1.
LEDU 341
Credit(s): 3.
Children’s Literature
LEDU 380
Credit(s): 3.
MATH 118 Fundamentals of Mathematics for Elementary Teachers II MUSC 310 Elementary Music Workshop
Credit(s): 3.
Credit(s): 2.
Physical Science Survey: Lecture Physical Science Survey Laboratory
PHSC 101 PHSC 102
Credit(s): 4.
Credit(s): 1. In addition to the requirements listed above, students must also complete the Professional Teacher Preparation Program for a Multiple Subject Credential as detailed below (after Concentrations). Concentrations In addition to the core requirements, each student must complete a concentration, which consists of 12 credits of approved coursework in one of the following subject areas: Biology, Early Childhood, English, Human Development, Intercultural Studies, Mathematics, Physical Education, Spanish, Special Education, U.S. History or Visual Arts.
Biology Concentration-Specific Requirements (12 Credits) Choose 12 credits from the following: BIOS 103 Introduction to Environmental Science
Science/Math BIOS 100
Credit(s): 3.
Biological Principles: Lecture Observational Biology Laboratory
Credit(s): 3.
Nutrition
BIOS 121 BIOS 222 BIOS 302 BIOS 335
Credit(s): 3.
BIOS 110
Credit(s): 2.
Botany
Credit(s): 4.
MATH 117 Fundamentals of Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I
Vertebrate Biology
Credit(s): 3.
Credit(s): 4.
Field Biology
Credit(s): 1–4.
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