Elementary Education Transfer Major - AA
Elementary Education Transfer Major - AA
The Elementary Education AA degree transfer major prepares students with a foundation in education principles, theory and practice, and exposes them to complex problems and relations in the field of education. Teachers play an essential role in fostering the intellectual and social development of children in their formative years. Using a variety of active learning approaches, teachers help students understand abstract principles, solve problems and develop critical thought process. Teaching grades K-6 educators provide the tools and the environment for their students to develop into responsible citizens.
All students must clear a background check to be enrolled in education classes.
This degree is designed for students to complete the first two years of a four-year teaching degree program, earning their Associate of Arts. Students then transfer to an accredited teacher's education program at a public or private four-year college or university.
The following courses are required for the Elementary Education Transfer Major: EDU-212, EDU-920, EDU-240, EDU-235, EDU-247, MAT-112, MAT-113, PSY-121, EDU-255, HIS-151, SDV-108, ENG-105, and ENG-106. The other courses are suggested and may be substituted; please consult with a Student Success Advocate.
See Program Handbook for Additional Information.
Summary Sheet
The summary sheet provides a program overview and other information.
Curriculum Sequence |
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Fall Semester I | Course Title | Credit |
SDV-108 | The College Experience | 1 |
ENG-105 | Composition I | 3 |
PSY-111 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
MAT-112 | Math for Elementary Teachers I | 3 |
EDU-212 | Educational Foundations | 3 |
EDU-920 | Field Experience | 2 |
Semester Total: | 15 | |
Spring Semester I | Course Title | Credit |
ENG-106 | Composition II | 3 |
MAT-113 | Math for Elementary Teachers II | 3 |
SOC-110 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
HUM-114 | Multicultural Perspectives | 3 |
MUS-100 | Music Appreciation | 3 |
Semester Total: | 15 | |
Fall Semester II | Course Title | Credit |
SPC-112 | Public Speaking | 3 |
EDU-240 | Educational Psychology | 3 |
EDU-235 | Children's Literature | 3 |
HIS-211 | Modern Asian History | 3 |
PSY-121 | Developmental Psychology | 3 |
Semester Total: | 15 | |
Spring Semester II | Course Title | Credit |
EDU-247 | Teaching Exceptional Learners | 3.5 |
EDU-255 | Technology in the Classroom | 3 |
HIS-151 | US History to 1877 | 3 |
POL-111 | American National Government | 3 |
BIO-105 | Introductory Biology | 4 |
Semester Total: | 16.5 | |
PROGRAM TOTAL: | 61.5 |
SDV-108 - The College Experience |
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Lecture: 1 |
Credit: 1 |
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This course is designed to empower new students to successfully transition to college. Students will learn academic success skills, strategies for personal development and exploration, college culture and expectations, and how to access college resources and services. |
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ENG-105 - Composition I |
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Lecture: 3 |
Credit: 3 |
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A study of the principles of writing. Emphasis on rhetoric, mechanics and development of expository patterns: narration, description illustration, comparison/contrast, classification, process and cause/effect. Required for AA and AS Degrees. Prerequisite: Meet minimum test score requirements. |
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PSY-111 - Introduction to Psychology |
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Lecture: 3 |
Credit: 3 |
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A basic course in the understanding of behavior, designed to give the student a scientific background in the fundamental problems and techniques covered in the field of psychology. |
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MAT-112 - Math for Elementary Teachers I |
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Lecture: 3 |
Credit: 3 |
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Math for Elementary Teachers I is the first of two mathematics course for students who want to pursue a major in elementary education. The course will use a variety of problem-solving skills while exploring many aspects of the real number system. Algebraic and concrete mathematical models will be incorporated in strategies used to solve problems. Prerequisite: MAT-062 with a minimum grade of C- or meet minimum placement testing requirements. |
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EDU-212 - Educational Foundations |
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Lecture: 3 |
Credit: 3 |
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This survey course is designed to examine the historical, philosophical, sociological, political, economic and legal foundations of the American public education system. Students will explore the nature of school environments, design and organization of school curriculum and characteristics of effective schools and instruction in grades P-12. Educational structures, practices and projections for the future will be studied. Corequisite: EDU-920. |
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EDU-920 - Field Experience |
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Lecture: 0 |
Lab: 4 |
Credit: 2 |
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Field Experience provides the student an opportunity to observe a teacher in a local classroom and to work with students in that classroom under direct supervision of the cooperating teacher. The student will keep a reflective journal. Corequisite: EDU-212. |
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ENG-106 - Composition II |
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Lecture: 3 |
Credit: 3 |
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A continuation of study of the principles of writing begun in ENG-105. Emphasis is placed on persuasive writing, critical analysis and the MLA research paper. Time will also be spent exploring print and electronic research sources and learning effective research strategies. Required for AA and AS Degrees. Prerequisite: ENG-105, with a minimum grade of C-. |
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MAT-113 - Math for Elementary Teachers II |
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Lecture: 3 |
Credit: 3 |
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Mathematics for Elementary Teachers II is a second mathematics course for students who want to pursue a major in elementary education. The course will use a variety of problem-solving skills while exploring the many aspects of geometry and data analysis. Applications using concrete and pictorial models will be incorporated in strategies used to solve problems. Prerequisite: MAT-112 with a minimum grade of C-. |
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SOC-110 - Introduction to Sociology |
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Lecture: 3 |
Credit: 3 |
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An analysis of social organization (or the social order). This course deals with the nature of sociology as a science, the original nature of man, the socialization of the individual, the development of groups and group behavior, the nature of culture and culture patterns, the organization of institutions, the nature of social order, the organization of human stratification and examination of major social processes. Special emphasis is placed upon the American cultural patterns. |
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HUM-114 - Multicultural Perspectives |
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Lecture: 3 |
Credit: 3 |
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Selected readings from the critical perspectives of race, class and gender will provide the theoretical framework for class discussions. At the same time, films and works of literature from different cultural points of view will help students reach a new understanding of their own and other cultures and will open themselves up for a multicultural understanding of society. |
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MUS-100 - Music Appreciation |
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Lecture: 3 |
Credit: 3 |
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This is a general overview course which includes basic music concepts and elements of the art, a general historical look and critical approach. Music as it has evolved from the beginning to present-day is studied. This involves listening to musical examples. |
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SPC-112 - Public Speaking |
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Lecture: 3 |
Credit: 3 |
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This course examines both the theoretical and practical basis of speech communication, particularly public speaking. Emphasis is on speech preparation, organization, support, delivery and audience analysis. |
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EDU-240 - Educational Psychology |
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Lecture: 3 |
Credit: 3 |
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This course examines the application of psychological principles, theories and methodologies to issues of teaching and learning. Theory and research concerned with human learning, development, behavior and motivation is reviewed with an emphasis on the cognitive, psychological and social factors that relate to and influence learning in educational settings. Prerequisite: PSY-111. |
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EDU-235 - Children's Literature |
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Lecture: 3 |
Credit: 3 |
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A survey of the history, critical issues and characteristics of children's literature and an examination of both writing and illustration as the basis for evaluating and selecting children's literature for use in the pre-school and elementary classroom. |
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HIS-211 - Modern Asian History |
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Lecture: 3 |
Credit: 3 |
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An introduction to the three dominant societies of modern Asia: China, Japan and India. Emphasis will be given to the transformation of cultural, economic, intellectual and social patterns brought about by the military power and economic demands of contemporary Western societies. |
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PSY-121 - Developmental Psychology |
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Lecture: 3 |
Credit: 3 |
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A systematic study of life-span development. Individual differences in behavior as well as cultural norms are considered in relation to heredity and environment. |
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EDU-247 - Teaching Exceptional Learners |
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Lecture: 3 |
Lab: 1 |
Credit: 3.5 |
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A survey course introducing current and prospective teachers to the field of special education. Topics of study include the following: foundational knowledge, the new relationship between special and general education, legislation, characteristics of different types of learners and research-based teaching strategies and accommodations. |
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EDU-255 - Technology in the Classroom |
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Lecture: 3 |
Credit: 3 |
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Students will learn to integrate instructional technology into the PK-12 classrooms. Students will study a variety of software programs, presentation technology and telecommunication tools. The focus will also be on social, ethical, legal and human issues surrounding the use of technology. |
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HIS-151 - US History to 1877 |
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Lecture: 3 |
Credit: 3 |
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A survey of American social, political, economic and intellectual developments from the Colonial period to 1877. |
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POL-111 - American National Government |
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Lecture: 3 |
Credit: 3 |
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A survey of the American federal system of government which includes a description and analysis of interest groups, political parties, public opinion, the presidency, the Congress, the court system and foreign policy making. |
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BIO-105 - Introductory Biology |
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Lecture: 3 |
Lab: 2 |
Credit: 4 |
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Introductory Biology is a lecture and lab course designed for non-science majors or as a refresher course of those wishing to take higher-level biology courses. Topics include chemistry of life, molecular and cellular biology, genetics, evolution, plant, animal, and fungi classification and ecology. |
Beth Ash - Education Program Coordinator/Adjunct Faculty, (319) 208-5000 ext. 5242
Email: bash@scciowa.edu
BA, Oral Roberts University
MA, University of Tulsa
Amy Drew - Instructor/Early Childhood Education Program Coordinator, (319) 208-5000 ext.5135
Email: adrew@scciowa.edu
Advanced Studies Certificate: Literacy Coach, University of Northern Iowa
MS, Walden University
BA, Iowa Wesleyan
AA, Southeastern Community College
Bailea Grier - Instructor/Early Childhood Education Program Coordinator, (319) 208-5000 ext. 5211
Email: bgrier@scciowa.edu
Advanced Studies Certificate: Literacy Coach, University of Northern Iowa
MA, Viterbo University
BA, University of Northern Iowa
AA, Southeastern Community College
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