The Early Childhood Education and the Elementary Education majors at SU each provide the option to complete a teacher certification program approved by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE).
Elementary Education:
Liberal Arts & Technology
(Grades 1-6)
Bachelor of Science
Our Elementary Education program enables students not only to complete the requirements for teacher certification, but also to synthesize and utilize the products of educational research and technology in the classroom. The curriculum is crafted to provide a foundation for further development in areas such as planning, classroom management, inclusion, and assessment. The Elementary Education program is approved by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) and includes the four state required reading courses. In addition, Stevenson has earned National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE.)
The field study portion of the program enables Elementary Education majors to translate theory into practice in the real world. During the second year, students will spend one morning each week observing and participating with elementary school children at the individual, small group, and classroom levels. In the third year, students spend one full day each week at a field experience. During the fourth year, all students complete an internship in a Professional Development School. Each student spends two days a week in the fall semester and five days a week during the spring semester immersed in the internship experience. Under the guidance of a professional teacher, each student assumes all of the roles and responsibilities of a classroom teacher.
The Education Department at Stevenson University prepares competent and highly qualified elementary educators who:
- demonstrate competency in the liberal arts, math, and science;
- understand the implications of technology and use it to enable students to become successful learners;
- develop the ability to effectively teach curriculum content so that all students achieve success;
- engage in classroom inquiry and reflection on practice, and
- demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of communities and cultures in order to interact with diverse groups of people.
Stevenson also offers a bachelor's degree program in Early Childhood Education.
Faces and Places of Villa Julie College
Josh Willig
Elementary Education
"The experiences I've gained from my field placements have been indispensable in continuing my education. After spending time in several real life teaching environments, I understand why the University is so supportive of hands-on learning."
The Early Childhood Education and the Elementary Education majors at SU each provide the option to complete a teacher certification program approved by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE).
Teacher Education
Special Education
Graduates of the Elementary Education program accept teaching positions in public and private institutions both in Maryland and other states across the country. Other graduates pursue master's degrees in the field of education.
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