Elementary Education, AS

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The Associate of Science with an emphasis in Elementary Education curriculum at NCCC provides the first two years of general education courses for most bachelor’s degree programs in elementary 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.edu or Advising Staff, 620-432-0311 advising@neosho.edu, if program advisor is unavailable.

(Fall) Semester I	(Spring) Semester II
EDUC 252 Children’s Literature 3 cr hrs	ENGL 289 English Composition II 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰¹⁰
HIST 201 United States History I (to 1877) 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰⁶⁰ OR HIST 202 United States History II (1877-present) 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰⁶⁰	MATH 133 Math Essentials 3 cr hrs OR MATH 113 College Algebra 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰³⁰
CURR 100 First Year Seminar 1 cr hrs	EDUC 104 Introduction to Teaching 2 cr hrs
ENGL 101 English Composition I 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰¹⁰	EDUC 105 Introduction to Teaching Lab 1 cr hrs
COMM 207 Fundamentals Of Speech 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰²⁰	Biological Sciences Lecture and Lab 5 cr hr
PSYC 155 General Psychology 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰⁵⁰	CSIS 100 Computer Concepts & Applications 3 cr hrs
Total Credit Hours: 16	Total Credit Hours: 17

(Fall) Semester III	(Spring) Semester IV
Physical Science Lecture and Lab 5 cr hrs	HIST 207 World Geography 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰⁷⁰
EDUC 270 Educating the Exceptional Student 3 cr hrs	MUSI 140 Music In The Elementary Classroom 3 cr hrs
PSYC 263 Developmental Psychology 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰⁵⁰	SOSC 101 American Government 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰⁵⁰
ART 102 Art Appreciation 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰⁶⁰Or COMM 105 Theatre Appreciation 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰⁷⁰	EDUC 202 Elementary School PE and Health 3 cr hrs
	EDUC 203 Technology for Teachers 3 cr hrs
Total Credit Hours: 14	Total Credit Hours: 15
Total Program Path Credits for Associate of Science Degree: 62

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 , MUSI 140 Music In The Elementary Classroom , EDUC 203 Technology for Teachers , EDUC 202 Elementary School PE and Health , EDUC 270 Educating the Exceptional Student .

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 elementary level.
Demonstrate an understanding of theories of human physical, cognitive and social development.
Utilize appropriate skills to enhance teaching and learning at the elementary level.
Analyze effective classroom management and communication skills at the elementary level