Elementary Education Transfer Major AA
Elementary Education Transfer Major AA
West Burlington Campus, Keokuk Campus, and Online
Program Information
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.
For specific information regarding program rules and expectations, please view the Early Childhood Education & Teacher Education Programs Handbook.
Summary Sheet
The summary sheet provides a program overview and other information.
Curriculum Sequence
| Fall Semester I | Course Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| EDU-212 | ||
| EDU-920 | ||
| MAT-117 | ||
| ENG-105 | ||
| POL-111 | ||
| SDV-108 | ||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 0 |
| Spring Semester I | Course Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| ECE-123 | ||
| EDU-220 | ||
| ENG-106 | ||
| Take one course of 3 to 5 credits | ||
| ZZZ-MSC | ||
| Take one of these courses totaling 3 Credits | ||
| ECE-170 | ||
| PSY-111 | ||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 6 - 8 | |
| Fall Semester II | Course Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| ECE-133 | ||
| EDU-235 | ||
| EDU-240 | ||
| SPC-112 | ||
| ZZZ-HUM | ||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 0 |
| Spring Semester II | Course Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| EDU-245 | ||
| EDU-255 | ||
| SOC-110 | ||
| HIS-152 | ||
| Take one course of 3 to 5 credits | ||
| ZZZ-LAB | ||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 3 - 5 | |