Elementary Education and Secondary Education, AS

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*This program path starts 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.eduu, if program advisor is unavailable.

(Fall) Semester I	(Spring) Semester II
EDUC 104 Introduction to Teaching 2 cr hrs	ENGL 289 English Composition II 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰¹⁰
EDUC 105 Introduction to Teaching Lab 1 cr hrs	MATH 113 College Algebra (SGE)⁰³⁰
CURR 100 First Year Seminar 1 cr hrs (SGE)⁰⁷⁰	OR MATH 204 Mathematics for Education I 3 cr hrs
ENGL 101 English Composition I 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰¹⁰	BIOL 111 General Biology 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰⁴⁰
COMM 207 Fundamentals Of Speech 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰²⁰	OR BIOL 115 Environmental Life Science 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰⁴⁰
CSIS 100 Computer Concepts & Applications 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰⁷⁰	BIOL 112 General Biology Lab 2 cr hrs (SGE)⁰⁴⁰
HIST 201 United States History I (to 1877) (SGE)⁰⁶⁰	OR BIOL 116 Environmental Life Science Lab 2 cr hrs (SGE)⁰⁴⁰
OR HIST 202 United States History II (1877-present) 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰⁶⁰	HPER 150 Lifetime Fitness 1 cr hrs
	PSYC 155 General Psychology 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰⁵⁰
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	EDUC 252 Children’s Literature 3 cr hrs
ART 102 Art Appreciation (SGE)⁰⁶⁰	General Elective 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰⁷⁰
OR ART 178 Intro to Visual Arts
OR MUSI 120 Music Appreciation 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰⁶⁰
Total Credit Hours: 14	Total Credit Hours: 15
Total Program Path Credits for Associate of Science Degree: 60

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 , 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.