Elementary Education and Secondary Education, AS (64-66 credit hours)

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*This Program Path sunsets starting Fall 2024

The Associate of Science with an emphasis in Elementary and/or Secondary Education curriculum at NCCC provides the first two years of general education courses for most bachelor degree programs in elementary or secondary education. The student must apply for admittance to most teacher education programs after completing the first two years of college.

Prerequisites

The student will need to demonstrate proficiencies in reading, English, and mathematics based on the Mandatory Placement Policy, or by taking the recommended/ required classes. Some of the courses in this curriculum have specific prerequisites.

Program Path Sequence

The listing that follows is a recommended sequence of courses for full-time students. The student should consult with an advisor for information specific to their academic situation.

For more information contact program advisor: Melinda “Mindy” Herron, 620-432-0314 mherron@neosho.eduu or Advising Staff, 620-432-0311 advising@neosho.edu if program advisor is unavailable.

(Fall) Semester I	(Spring) Semester II
EDUC 104 Introduction to Teaching 2 cr hrs	HPER 150 Lifetime Fitness 1 cr hrs
EDUC 105 Introduction to Teaching Lab 1 cr hrs	ENGL 289 English Composition II 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰¹⁰
CURR 100 First Year Seminar 1 cr hrs (SGE)⁰⁷⁰	PSYC 155 General Psychology 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰⁵⁰
ENGL 101 English Composition I 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰¹⁰	MATH 113 College Algebra (SGE)⁰³⁰
COMM 207 Fundamentals Of Speech 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰²⁰	OR MATH 204 Mathematics for Education I 3 cr hrs
CSIS 100 Computer Concepts & Applications 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰⁷⁰	BIOL 111 General Biology (SGE)⁰⁴⁰
HIST 200 Recent American History (SGE)⁰⁶⁰	OR BIOL 115 Environmental Life Science 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰⁴⁰
OR HIST 201 United States History I (to 1877) (SGE)⁰⁶⁰	BIOL 112 General Biology Lab (SGE)⁰⁴⁰
OR HIST 202 United States History II (1877-present) 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰⁶⁰	OR BIOL 116 Environmental Life Science Lab 2 cr hrs (SGE)⁰⁴⁰
Total Credit Hours: 16	Total Credit Hours: 15

(Fall) Semester III	(Spring) Semester IV
PHYS 171 Physical Science 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰⁴⁰	HIST 207 World Geography 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰⁵⁰
PHYS 172 Physical Science Lab 2 cr hrs (SGE)⁰⁴⁰	MUSI 140 Music In The Elementary Classroom 3 cr hrs
SOSC 100 Introduction To Sociology 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰⁵⁰	SOSC 101 American Government 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰⁵⁰
PSYC 263 Developmental Psychology 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰⁵⁰	ENGL 113 General Literature (SGE)⁰⁶⁰
ART 102 Art Appreciation (SGE)⁰⁶⁰	OR EDUC 252 Children’s Literature
OR ART 178 Intro to Visual Arts	OR ENGL 221 Introduction to Western Literature 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰⁶⁰
OR MUSI 120 Music Appreciation 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰⁶⁰	Program Elective 3 cr hrs
Program Elective 3 cr hrs	Program Elective 1-3 cr hrs
Total Credit Hours: 17	Total Credit Hours: 16-18
Total Program Path Credits for Associate of Science Degree: 64-66

General Education (GE) Courses

In order to graduate with a college degree, all students are required to take certain general education courses. These include English composition, speech, wellness, science, art and humanities, mathematics, computer systems, and social and behavioral science.

Program Core Courses for Elementary Education

EDUC 104 Introduction to Teaching /EDUC 105 Introduction to Teaching Lab , PSYC 263 Developmental Psychology (SGE)⁰⁵⁰, EDUC 252 Children’s Literature , MATH 204 Mathematics for Education I , MUSI 140 Music In The Elementary Classroom .

Program Core Courses for Secondary Education

EDUC 104 Introduction to Teaching /EDUC 105 Introduction to Teaching Lab , PSYC 263 Developmental Psychology (SGE)⁰⁵⁰.

Program Elective Courses for Education

Elective courses should be selected from major areas of study.

Program Outcomes

Evaluate the varied aspects of teaching as a profession.
Discuss the different experiences encountered at the secondary and elementary level.
Demonstrate an understanding of theories of human physical, cognitive and social development.
Students will be able to utilize appropriate skills to enhance teaching and learning.
Analyze effective classroom management and communication skills.