This four year programme prepares the candidate for a successful career in teaching and learning at the primary level. Methods courses in literacy, mathematics, science and social studies include practical experience affording students the opportunity to connect theory and practice in the classroom. A range of courses promote the aspiring teacher’s awareness of social, cultural and developmental issues of children. Candidates will develop the technological and professional skills required to foster positive development and learning in children.
Programme Objectives
Programme Objectives for the Bachelor of Science in Primary Education:
The Bachelor of Science in Primary Education Programme prepares confident and qualified graduates capable of:
Creating an effective and positive learning environment
Designing high quality lesson plans
Using research based instructional strategies to promote student learning
Using technology to effect learning
Assessing student learning needs, interests, progress and curricular goals
Fostering positive social interaction and collaboration with parents and community
Inspiring children to become life-long learners.
Programme Length
For full time students, the programme duration is four years (2 years Associate plus 2 years Bachelor) or Eight (8) semesters and four (4) Summer sessions.
Programme Entry Requirements
Completion of all courses as outlined in the Years I & II programme requirements;
A minimum GPA of 3.0 at completion of Year 2 (30 credits) required courses or equivalent;
Minimum grade of a “B” in English 101 and 102 and MAT 105;
A personal statement;
2 Letters of Recommendation;
Formal interview and acceptance into the programme
A minimum age of 17 years at time of entry into the programme
All Education students are required to maintain a minimum grade of “B” in all Education courses in order to continue being enrolled in or graduate from any of the Education programmes.
Programme Requirements
COURSE NUMBER
COURSE NAME
CREDIT HOURS
Years 3 & 4 (72 credits)
EDU 330
Philosophy and Sociology of Education
3 Credit
EDU 389
Child Development
3 Credits
EDU 345
Creating and Managing Learning
Environments
3 Credits
EDU 335; 336
Principles, Methods and Practicum for
Teaching Primary Literacy
4 Credits
EDU 349
Children's Literature
3 Credits
EDU 303
Pedagogy Seminar I
1 Credit
EDU 380
Diagnostic and Instructional
Interventions in Reading
3 Credits
EDU 355; 356
Principles, Methods and Practicum for
Teaching Primary Mathematics
4 Credits
EDU 385
Integrating Technology in the Classroom
3 Credits
EDU 390
Teaching Exceptional Children
3 Credits
EDU 491
Legal and Ethical Issues in Education
Workshop
2 Credits
EDU 303
Pedagogy Seminar I
1 Credit
EDU 304
Pedagogy Seminar II
1 Credits
EDU 405
Integrating Art, Drama, Music and
Physical Education
3 Credits
EDU 435
English as a Second Language
3 Credits
EDU 425
Child, Family and Community Relationships
3 Credits
EDU 440
Measurement, Assessment and Evaluation
3 Credits
EDU 415;416
Principles, Methods and Practicum for
Teaching Primary Science
3 Credits
EDU 495
Student Teaching Practicum
15 Credits
EDU 403
Senior Pedagogy Seminar III
2 Credits
Electives
3 Credits
MINIMUM REQUIRED:
60 Credits
Note: Students will enter the programme with an Associate Degree.
The following sequence is suggested for all full-time BSc students. If this recommended sequence is not followed, the student is not guaranteed to graduate on time.
