Biola University 2014–15 Catalog
Elementary Physical Education Workshop Elementary Health Curriculum and Methods Elementary History - Social Science Curriculum and Methods Studies in Children’s Literature
SEED 516
Elective Requirements CHOOSE 3–12 credits of approved electives, depending on how many semesters of SEED 593 are necessary. Curriculum and Instruction (15 Credits) Offered on campus and online. See School of Education advisor for a list of required and elective courses in this concentration. Early Childhood (15 Credits) Offered on campus and online. See School of Education advisor for a list of required and elective courses in this concentration. History and Philosophy of Science (15 Credits) See School of Education advisor for a list of required and elective courses in this concentration. Induction (15 Credits) Offered on campus and online. Students completing a state-approved induction program may apply up to 12 credits of Biola student teaching graduate credit to their M.A. in Education in lieu of induction credits. However, students in this program must complete the state-approved induction program and earn a Clear Credential prior to receiving the M.A.Ed. degree. Concentration-Specific Requirements SEED 604 Induction I Credit(s): 3. SEED 605 Induction II Credit(s): 3. SEED 606 Induction III Credit(s): 3. SEED 607 Induction IV Credit(s): 3. Elective Requirements CHOOSE 3 credits of approved electives. Linguistics and Intercultural Studies (15 Credits) Offered on campus and online. See School of Education advisor for a list of required and elective courses in this concentration. Multiple Subject (35 Credits) Students must complete Multiple Subject teacher preparation and pedagogy coursework and M.A.T. core courses as detailed below. 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
Credit(s): 1.
SEED 536
Credit(s): 1.
SEED 537
Credit(s): 1. Credit(s): 1.
SEED 549
Personalized (15 Credits) Courses for this concentration must be approved by the Graduate Chair. Single Subject (30 Credits) Students must complete Single Subject teacher preparation and pedagogy coursework and M.A.T. core courses as detailed below. 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 Single Subject Teaching Credential. Concentration-Specific Requirements Preparation Coursework (28 Credits) SEED 514 Secondary Student Teaching I Credit(s): 6. SEED 515 Secondary Student Teaching II Credit(s): 6. SEED 519 Foundations of Education Credit(s): 2. SEED 525 Secondary Content Area Reading Credit(s): 3. SEED 526 Psychological Foundations of Education Credit(s): 3. SEED 541 Methods of Teaching Linguistically Diverse Students Credit(s): 3. SEED 545 Secondary Curriculum Credit(s): 3. SEED 546 Secondary Curriculum Fieldwork Credit(s): 1. Pedagogy Coursework (2 Credits) SEED 533 Single Subject Pedagogy Credit(s): 2. Special Education (15 Credits) Offered on campus and online. See School of Education advisor for a list of required and elective courses in this concentration. Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL) (15 Credits) Offered on campus and online. See School of Education advisor for a list of required and elective courses in this concentration. Courses Education (SEED) SEED 501 - Philosophy and Values in Schools and Society Assists Christian teachers and administrators to fulfill their roles as change agents. Focuses upon historical, cultural and social analyses of schools and society from a biblical perspective to help educators select pedagogical methods that harmonize with educational aims. Note(s): A minimum grade of “B” required for Master’s degree (a grade of “B-” is not sufficient). Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. SEED 502 - Advanced Educational Psychology Students analyze human development, learning, motivation, and assessment theories through comparisons of primary and secondary source documents. Students use this analysis to create a personal vision and mission statement that will direct their continued growth as a professional educator. Note(s): A minimum grade of “B” required for Master’s degree (a grade of “B-” is not sufficient). Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. SEED 503 - Educational Research and Statistics Covers the design and analysis of experimental and nonexperimental research in the educational context. Basic principles include sampling, measurement, design validity, analysis, and research ethics. Definition and examples of qualitative research also included. Note(s): A minimum grade of “B” required for Master’s degree (a grade of “B-” is not sufficient). Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3.
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential. Concentration-Specific Requirements Preparation Coursework (27 Credits) SEED 512
Elementary Student Teaching I Elementary Student Teaching II
Credit(s): 6. Credit(s): 6. Credit(s): 2. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 1.
SEED 513 SEED 519 SEED 520 SEED 526 SEED 541
Foundations of Education
Elementary Reading/Language Arts Psychological Foundations of Education Methods of Teaching Linguistically Diverse Students
Elementary Curriculum
SEED 543 SEED 544
Elementary Curriculum Fieldwork
Pedagogy Coursework (8 Credits) SEED 507
Art Workshop for Elementary School Teaching Music Workshop for Elementary School Teaching Elementary Mathematics/Science Workshop
Credit(s): 1.
SEED 508
Credit(s): 1.
SEED 509
Credit(s): 2.
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