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[ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Interdisciplinary Studies B.A.I.S./B.S.I.S.
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The major in Interdisciplinary Studies in Elementary Education offers two levels of certification
- The Early Childhood Level EC-6th Grade. Options are Generalist, Bilingual, English as a Second Language, and Special Education (for Special Education also see advisor in Special Education department; for ESL and Bilingual, see Bilingual advisor; for other gneralist, see Curriculum and Instruction, or COEHS Advising Center)
- The Middle Level 4th-8th Grade. Options are Math, Science, Math/Science Combination, Math with ESL, and Science with ESL (see appropriate advisors in Curriculum and Instruction). For the Social Studies 4th-8th option see History department advisor. For the English/Language Arts 4th-8th option see advisor in the Department of Literature and Languages.
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Professional Education and Support Courses
Professional education is that component in the program which provides the preservice teacher with:
- Generic teaching skills required to plan, deliver, and evaluate teaching;
- Organization and management skills needed for large group, small group, and individual instruction;
- Methods for teaching specific subjects in the elementary curriculum; and
- Field experiences to practice the theories and methods learned at the university and in public school classrooms.
Requirements for Admission to Professional Development Coursework (Benchmark #1)
- Completion of a minimum of 45 sh of college coursework
- Texas Success Initiative (TSI) requirements met
- Overall GPA of 2.5
- A 2.5 minimum GPA in coursework thus far completed in teaching field, specialization, and endorsements with no grade below “C”.
Admission to Teacher Education (Benchmark #2)
(Required Before Placement in an Internship)
- Prior to beginning an Internship THEA Rdg must be 250.
- All requirements for Admission to Professional Development Coursework must continue to be met and an official degree plan filed.
- Completion of a minimum of 80 sh of college coursework.
- Grade of “C” or better in public speaking course unless you are an Alternative Certification student.
- Completion of all professional development and major courses that are required before Internship on your advisement guide. An overall GPA of 2.5 is required with no grade below “C”.
- An application for admission into an internship completed prior to the due date which includes such things as an application letter, a public school evaluation of early observation experiences, an assessment of standard English usage, proof of passing CI departmental admission requirements, and written departmental approval.
- Successful interview with a public school admission committee.
- Complete appropriate coursework before admission to teacher education.
Retention
To be retained in the teacher education program, a student must continue to meet all admission standards. A student may be dismissed from the teacher education program following a review of the student’s admission status. This review can be requested by either TAMU-Commerce or public school personnel. A student may be withdrawn from internship or residency upon recommendation of the student’s field based instructional leadership team (ILT). This withdrawal from internship or residency will result in the student no longer being retained in the teacher education program. Certification
- Admission and retention in the teacher education program;
- Upon completion of degree requirements and passing state required certification exams apply for certificate on line through SBEC.
Scheduling of Coursework
Contact the Department of Curriculum and Instruction in Sowers Education South or the College of Education and Human Services Advising Center in Binnion Hall 212 for advising.
First, read course descriptions in the university catalog. These descriptions will tell you if prerequisites are required for courses, thus helping you as you plan the sequence of courses you will follow. Second, begin with your university studies requirements. Finish the majority before moving to your major. Third, complete your major in Interdisciplinary Studies and professional development courses. Note which courses have prerequisites and plan accordingly. Plan your coursework so that when you complete your residency you have met all graduation requirements. Internship Semester (maximum of 18 sh)
You must be admitted to the teacher education program before placement in the internship semester (see Admission to Teacher Education). During this semester, you will spend three days each week in public schools and in seminars. Residency Semester (maximum of 15 sh)
This semester you will be full-time in the schools and in seminars. Teacher Certification, EC-6 Generalist
Interdisciplinary courses
Professional Development courses
SUGGESTED CURRICULUM OUTLINE (B.S.)
Freshman
- US Science, 8 sh
- US PE Activity, 2 sh
Sophomore
- US Vis/Perf Arts, 3 sh
- US Soc/Behav, 3 sh
- US Humanities, 3 sh
- HHPK 324
Total Semester Hours: 121
Teacher Certification, EC-6 with Special Education Delivery
Interdisciplinary courses
Professional Development courses
SUGGESTED CURRICULUM OUTLINE (B.S.)
Freshman
- US Science, 8 sh
- US PE Activity, 2 sh
Sophomore
- US Vis/Perf Arts, 3 sh
- US Soc/Behav, 3 sh
- US Humanities, 3 sh
- HHPK 324
Total Semester Hours: 127
Teacher Certification, EC-6 with Bilingual Delivery
Interdisciplinary courses
Professional Development courses
SUGGESTED CURRICULUM OUTLINE (B.S.)
Freshman
- US Science (4 sh life/earth & 4 sh physical)
- US PE Activity, 2 sh
Sophomore
- US Vis/Perf Arts, 3 sh
- US Soc/Behav, 3 sh
- US Humanities, 3 sh
- HHPK 324
Total Semester Hours: 127
Note
*Spa 231 and 232 needed only if not proficient in Spanish at this level. Teacher Certification, ESL Generalist EC-6
Interdisciplinary courses
Professional Development courses
SUGGESTED CURRICULUM OUTLINE (B.S.)
Freshman
- US Science (4 sh life/earth & 4 sh physical)
- US PE Activity, 2 sh
Sophomore
- US Vis/Perf Arts, 3 sh
- US Soc/Behav, 3 sh
- US Humanities, 3 sh
- HHPK 324
Total Semester Hours: 127
Teacher Certification, ESL Mathematics 4-8
Required courses in the major
Teacher Education courses
SUGGESTED CURRICULUM OUTLINE (B.S.)
Freshman
- US Science (4 sh life/earth & 4 sh physical)
- US PE Activity, 2 sh
Sophomore
- US Vis/Perf Arts, 3 sh
- US Soc/Behav, 3 sh
- US Humanities, 3 sh
Total Semester Hours: 127
Teacher Certification, ESL Science 4-8
Interdisciplinary courses
SUGGESTED CURRICULUM OUTLINE (B.S.)
Freshman
- US Science, 8 sh
- US PE Activity, 2 sh
Sophomore
- US Vis/Perf Arts, 3 sh
- US Soc/Behav, 3 sh
- US Humanities, 3 sh
Total Semester Hours: 132
Teacher Certification, 4-8 Science
Required courses in the major
- Lab Science, 8 sh
- Science Elective, 3 sh
Teacher Education courses
SUGGESTED CURRICULUM OUTLINE (B.S.)
Freshman
- US Science, 8 sh
- US PE Activity, 2 sh
Sophomore
- US Vis/Perf Arts, 3 sh
- US Soc/Behav, 3 sh
- US Humanities, 3 sh
Total Semester Hours: 123
Teacher Certification, 4-8 Mathematics
Required courses in the major
- Lab Science from core, 8 sh
- English from core, 6 sh
- History from core, 6 sh
Teacher Education courses
SUGGESTED CURRICULUM OUTLINE (B.S.)
Freshman
- US Science, 8 sh
- US PE Activity, 2 sh
Sophomore
- US Vis/Perf Arts, 3 sh
- US Soc/Behav, 3 sh
- US Humanities, 3 sh
Total Semester Hours: 121
Teacher Certification, 4-8 Math/Science
Required courses in the major
Teacher Education courses
SUGGESTED CURRICULUM OUTLINE (B.S.)
Freshman
- US Science, 8 sh
- US PE Activity, 2 sh
Sophomore
- US Vis/Perf Arts, 3 sh
- US Soc/Behav, 3 sh
- US Humanities, 3 sh
Total Semester Hours: 138
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