Elementary Education Major

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The Elementary Education program provides a state-of-the-art curriculum paired with hands-on experiences and opportunities to engage in real classrooms. All Elementary Education majors at Flagler College are trained to give instruction in elementary areas, including reading, language arts, mathematics, social studies, and science.

Program Coordinator: Dr. Sandra Davis (davissl@flagler.edu)

Professional Education Courses (32 Hours)

EDU 202 - Introduction to Child and Adolescent Development in the Educational Setting Credits: 3
EDU 241 - Professional Development 1 Credits: 1
EDU 242 - Instructional Design for Teaching and Learning Credits: 3
EDU 309 - Introduction to Techniques in Exceptionality Credits: 3 (10-hour Field Experience in ESE) (Co-requisite 009)
EDU 009 - Field Experience in ESE Credits: 0
EDU 321 - General Methods of Instruction Credits: 3 (4-hour Field Experience in General Methods) (Co-requisite 032)
EDU 032 - Field Experience in General Methods Credits: 0
EDU 355 - Tests and Measurements Credits: 3
EDU 357 - Classroom Management Credits: 3
EDU 461 - Professional Development II/Junior Internship Credits: 1 (16-hour Practicum in teaching methods) (Co-requisite EDU 061)
EDU 061 - Practicum in Professional Development II/Junior Internship Credits: 0
EDU 481 - Internship Credits: 12
EDU 480 - Internship Seminar Credits: 0
EDU 484 - Literacy Teacher Work Sample (LTWS) Credits: 0

Elementary Education Courses (24 Hours)

EEL 261 - Elementary Methods - Mathematics I Credits: 3
EEL 301 - Elementary Reading Instruction Credits: 3
EEL 302 - Children’s Literature: Reading Across the Content Areas Credits: 3
EEL 342 - Elementary Methods of Social Studies Credits: 3
EEL 362 - Elementary Methods - Mathematics II Credits: 3 (20-hour Practicum in Mathematics) (Co-requisite EEL 062)
EEL 364 - Elementary Methods of Science Credits: 3
EEL 431 - Elementary Methods of Language Arts Credits: 3 (Fall and Summer Terms)
EEL 455 - Diagnostic Reading Credits: 3 (20-hour Practicum in Literacy) (Co-requisite EEL 055)

Practicum in Mathematics

Practicum in Mathematics

Practicum in Mathematics is a carefully designed field experience connected to EEL 362 (Elementary Methods of Teaching Mathematics) that allows Flagler teacher education students to transfer education theory from coursework into practice in an elementary education school setting where mathematics is taught. The practicum in math experience involves Flagler students in various aspects of classroom teaching: methodology, pedagogy, curriculum/standards, student engagement, and classroom management. Students will employ a growth mindset and reflective practices when observing, assisting, planning, implementing, and assessing mathematics learners in an actual school environment under the guidance of the course professor, mentor teacher, and college supervisor. Students move through four basic learning experiences: observation, to assist, one-to-one tutoring or instruction, and small group instruction. All practicum placements are made through the Flagler College clinical education coordinator.

EEL 062 - Practicum in Mathematics Credits: 0

Practicum in Literacy

Practicum in Literacy

Practicum in Literacy is a carefully designed field experience allowing Flagler teacher education students to transfer education theory from coursework into practice in an elementary classroom and school setting. The Practicum II experience involves Flagler students in various aspects of K-5 classroom teaching: methodology, pedagogy, curriculum/standards, student engagement, and classroom management. Students will employ a growth mindset and reflective practices when observing, assisting, planning, implementing, and assessing K-5th grade learners while in an actual school environment under the guidance of a mentor teacher and college supervisor. Students move through four basic learning experiences: observation and assistant, one-to-one tutoring or instruction, and group instruction. All practicum placements are made through the Flagler College clinical education coordinator.

EEL 055 - Practicum in Literacy Credits: 0

ESOL Courses (9 Hours)

ESL 315 - Cross Cultural Communications Credits: 3
ESL 325 - Applied Linguistics Credits: 3
ESL 415 - ESOL Curriculum and Materials Development Credits: 3 (ESL 015 - 10-hour Field Experience in ESOL)
ESL 015 - Field Experience in ESOL Credits: 0

Department Required Mathematics Course (3 Hours)

MAT 138 - Essentials of Mathematics Credits: 3 Credits / Units: 3

Elective Courses (At Least 19 Hours)

To meet the minimum 120-hour graduation requirement, Elementary Education majors must take at least 19 hours of electives. Students are encouraged to consult with their academic advisors regarding relevant elective course selections. Recommended are courses that provide or reinforce knowledge and skills that will contribute to becoming an effective teacher. Also, note that careful selection of elective courses can lead to a minor (e.g. Biology, Coastal Environmental Science, Mathematics, Psychology, Sociology), making Elementary Education majors more marketable.