Elementary Education
Become an impactful educator of young people through our Elementary Education Degree.
Degree: Bachelor of Arts
Delivery: Face-to-Face, Online (Paraprofessionals)
Time Required: 4 years
Elementary Education Program:
Our elementary education program will prepare you to teach in grades K-5 . Our experienced professors ensure our graduates are knowledgeable in both content and the art of teaching. Teacher Candidates begin clinical experience and onsite training their first semester on campus. The valuable time spent in local classrooms allow them to apply the knowledge and training they receive in our highly effective education courses. Graduates are employed immediately and continue to receive support from our faculty and staff after graduation.
Admission to the Teacher Education Program
- Be admitted to Kentucky Christian University (Apply Here)
- Meet the following Teacher Education Program Requirements
- Cumulative GPA 2.75
- Meet minimum required scores on KSE Key Assessments
- 200 Clinical Hours
- Meet Dispositional Interview Requirements
- Receive required scores on the Core Academic Skills or Educators of ACT Requirements
- ACT Composite: 22 or ACT: Math 19 and Reading20 and English 18
- Case Scores: Reading 150, Writing 158 and Math 144 w/ a GPA 3.0
- Praxis Content and Pedagogical Exams
Required Course Listing
Total Program Hours: 121
College 101 or Intro to 网赌最好最大平台
Composition I or ENG 100
(Minimum grade “C”)
Composition II
English 102 builds on skills learned in English 101 by further leading students to analyze and write critically about any variety of texts, including literature, and to apply research skills toward the production of a research paper. (Prerequisite: a grade of C or higher in ENG 101.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Fundamentals of Speech
This course, accompanied by a lab, equips students with the fundamentals of skillful oral delivery. Students learn to prepare and present short informative and persuasive speeches. The selection and organization of material, methods of securing interest and attention, and elements of delivery are emphasized. Offered every semester. (Minimum grade “C”)
History Elective
Humanities Elective: ENG 213, 223, 233
ENG 213, 223, 233
Introdcution to New Testament
An introduction to the New Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the NT. (Prerequisite: BOT 110.) Required during the second semester of enrollment at 网赌最好最大平台.
Introduction to Old Testament
An introduction to the Old Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the OT.
Math Elective
(Minimim grade “C”)
Science: Principles of Biology
A survey of biological science with an emphasis on basic concepts and principles necessary for understanding life and living things. Topics of study include cell biology, genetics, plant and animal diversity, ecology, and natural selection. Offered every fall.
Social Science: ECO 311 or 312
ECO 311 or 312
College 101 or Intro to 网赌最好最大平台
Composition I or ENG 100
(Minimum grade “C”)
Composition II
English 102 builds on skills learned in English 101 by further leading students to analyze and write critically about any variety of texts, including literature, and to apply research skills toward the production of a research paper. (Prerequisite: a grade of C or higher in ENG 101.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Fundamentals of Speech
This course, accompanied by a lab, equips students with the fundamentals of skillful oral delivery. Students learn to prepare and present short informative and persuasive speeches. The selection and organization of material, methods of securing interest and attention, and elements of delivery are emphasized. Offered every semester. (Minimum grade “C”)
History Elective
Humanities Elective: ENG 213, 223, 233
ENG 213, 223, 233
Introdcution to New Testament
An introduction to the New Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the NT. (Prerequisite: BOT 110.) Required during the second semester of enrollment at 网赌最好最大平台.
Introduction to Old Testament
An introduction to the Old Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the OT.
Math Elective
(Minimim grade “C”)
Science: Principles of Biology
A survey of biological science with an emphasis on basic concepts and principles necessary for understanding life and living things. Topics of study include cell biology, genetics, plant and animal diversity, ecology, and natural selection. Offered every fall.
Social Science: ECO 311 or 312
ECO 311 or 312
Acts
A study of the Book of Acts in the context of its historical and cultural framework. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
BNT, BOT, BTH, CML, CMM, CMP, CMY, or IST Elective
BNT, BOT, BTH, CML, CMM, CMP, CMY, or IST Elective
Christ and Culture
This is a capstone course that will pull together learning from previous courses in Bible, theology, philosophy, and literature. It will explore the relationship of worldview and culture formation, noting how other worldviews stand in comparison/contrast/tension with the Christian worldview. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
Christian Heritage
An introduction to the basics of the Christian faith, its history, and its doctrine. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
Introduction to New Testament
An introduction to the New Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the NT. (Prerequisite: BOT 110.) Required during the second semester of enrollment at 网赌最好最大平台.
Introduction to Old Testament
An introduction to the Old Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the OT.
Acts
A study of the Book of Acts in the context of its historical and cultural framework. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
BNT, BOT, BTH, CML, CMM, CMP, CMY, or IST Elective
BNT, BOT, BTH, CML, CMM, CMP, CMY, or IST Elective
Christ and Culture
This is a capstone course that will pull together learning from previous courses in Bible, theology, philosophy, and literature. It will explore the relationship of worldview and culture formation, noting how other worldviews stand in comparison/contrast/tension with the Christian worldview. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
Christian Heritage
An introduction to the basics of the Christian faith, its history, and its doctrine. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
Introduction to New Testament
An introduction to the New Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the NT. (Prerequisite: BOT 110.) Required during the second semester of enrollment at 网赌最好最大平台.
Introduction to Old Testament
An introduction to the Old Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the OT.
Biology Lab
Children’s Literature
A survey of children’s literature from its beginning to the present time, including all types of literature except textbooks. Included will be criteria for evaluating, selecting, and presenting materials, which are applicable to the interests, needs, and abilities of children in the elementary grades. Emphasis is on eliciting responses from children based on specific trade books, using literature across the curriculum, and using literature as an additional or alternative reading an approach to increase literacy skills. Offered every fall. (Corequisite: ELE 351 or professor permission.)
Math for Teachers I
Designed for early elementary and middle grade teacher education majors to provide a working knowledge of geometric and arithmetic sequences, operations with whole numbers, rational numbers, real numbers, the concept of equations, number theory, and problem solving. Offered every fall. (Prerequisite: 17 or above on the math sub-test of the ACT.)
Math for Teachers II
A continuation of EDF 241. Includes an introduction to probability and statistics, geometry, and problem solving. Offered every spring.
Music for Teachers
This course is designed to prepare the prospective non-music teacher with the necessary information and skills conducive to successful music instruction. It will also emphasize pedagogical and musical performance within the study and practice of music education. Knowledge gained will be useful for integrating music into both the regular classroom environment and curriculum.
Physical Education Methods/Health
Health and Physical Education Methods is designed for those studying to become an Elementary or P-12 Health/Physical Education teacher. Emphasis will be placed on teaching methods and strategies, designing learning experiences and tasks, presenting instruction, developing and maintaining a learning environment, and using assessment in the health and physical education classroom.
Physical Science or Earth Science
PHY 106 or PHY 102
Physical Science or Earth ScienceLab
PHY 107 or PHY 103
School Art
This course is an introduction to the study of art and to art appreciation, with special emphasis on art activities appropriate to the developmental stages of children in elementary schools. Offered every fall.
Social Studies Content for Teachers I
This course allows elementary majors to more fully understand the needs of students in United States History, Government, and Citizenship. It offers European exploration and colonization in United States history and growth. The course helps the students to understand connections between causes and effects of events and responsibilities of citizenship in a democracy.
Social Studies Content for Teachers II
This course allows the elementary major to more fully understand world and regional geography, and how people of different cultural backgrounds interact with their environment, family, neighborhoods, and communities. The course helps to understand World History and Economics which includes major contributions of classical civilizations and how economics affects population, resources, and technology in the government’s role in economics impact.
Biology Lab
Children’s Literature
A survey of children’s literature from its beginning to the present time, including all types of literature except textbooks. Included will be criteria for evaluating, selecting, and presenting materials, which are applicable to the interests, needs, and abilities of children in the elementary grades. Emphasis is on eliciting responses from children based on specific trade books, using literature across the curriculum, and using literature as an additional or alternative reading an approach to increase literacy skills. Offered every fall. (Corequisite: ELE 351 or professor permission.)
Math for Teachers I
Designed for early elementary and middle grade teacher education majors to provide a working knowledge of geometric and arithmetic sequences, operations with whole numbers, rational numbers, real numbers, the concept of equations, number theory, and problem solving. Offered every fall. (Prerequisite: 17 or above on the math sub-test of the ACT.)
Math for Teachers II
A continuation of EDF 241. Includes an introduction to probability and statistics, geometry, and problem solving. Offered every spring.
Music for Teachers
This course is designed to prepare the prospective non-music teacher with the necessary information and skills conducive to successful music instruction. It will also emphasize pedagogical and musical performance within the study and practice of music education. Knowledge gained will be useful for integrating music into both the regular classroom environment and curriculum.
Physical Education Methods/Health
Health and Physical Education Methods is designed for those studying to become an Elementary or P-12 Health/Physical Education teacher. Emphasis will be placed on teaching methods and strategies, designing learning experiences and tasks, presenting instruction, developing and maintaining a learning environment, and using assessment in the health and physical education classroom.
Physical Science or Earth Science
PHY 106 or PHY 102
Physical Science or Earth ScienceLab
PHY 107 or PHY 103
School Art
This course is an introduction to the study of art and to art appreciation, with special emphasis on art activities appropriate to the developmental stages of children in elementary schools. Offered every fall.
Social Studies Content for Teachers I
This course allows elementary majors to more fully understand the needs of students in United States History, Government, and Citizenship. It offers European exploration and colonization in United States history and growth. The course helps the students to understand connections between causes and effects of events and responsibilities of citizenship in a democracy.
Social Studies Content for Teachers II
This course allows the elementary major to more fully understand world and regional geography, and how people of different cultural backgrounds interact with their environment, family, neighborhoods, and communities. The course helps to understand World History and Economics which includes major contributions of classical civilizations and how economics affects population, resources, and technology in the government’s role in economics impact.
Classroom Management
This course is designed to introduce the student to strategies for effectively planning classroom activities, managing various types of classroom behaviors, and developing instructional techniques for guiding students’ learning. Activities and readings will emphasize the relationship between classroom environment and student behavior. Special speakers will give students real classroom techniques. Offered every spring. (Prerequisite: EDF 214.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Developmental Psychology
The study of life span human development, with special concern for the genetic and environmental factors which influence the mental, emotional, and moral development of a person. Each of the following stages of lifespan development are included in this study: prenatal development and birth, infancy, early childhood, middle and late childhood, adolescence, early adulthood, middle adulthood, late adulthood, and death and dying. (Minimum grade “C”)
Diversity in the Classroom
This course deals with different areas of diversity in the classroom that may hinder the student’s social and educational development. These areas of diversity include ESL/ELL, socio-economic, and cognitive ability. The goal of this course is to provide future teachers with a thorough understanding of the concept of culture and cultural diversity, and how this influences the educational setting. Students will be able to create a positive classroom environment for a diverse class that applies student-centered approaches, supports high student achievement, develops motivation, and encourages critical thinking. (Minimum grade “C”)
Educational Technology
This course introduces students to technology and media available for use in educational settings. The course provides opportunities for analysis, understanding suitable material usage, and development of productions skills for a variety of media formats. Students will develop an understanding of how media and technology serve purposes in the education of students. Offered every fall. (Minimum grade “C”)
Exceptional Children
This course surveys the characteristics and the social, emotional, and educational adjustment of individuals with special needs. The course reviews legislation and current trends, with an emphasis on integration and full inclusion of individuals with disabilities in educational settings and in the community. It introduces principles of instruction and the development of strategies for the generation of Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs) AND Gifted Students Service Plans (GSSPs). It includes a limited practicum experience in a special education setting. Offered every spring. (Corequisite: EDF 224.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Introduction to Education
This course introduces students to the broad field of education as well as Kentucky Christian University’s Teacher Education model, The Teacher: Empowered to Empower, and dispositions needed for success as a teacher. Transfer from another college or university will be with permission from the Keeran School of Education. Offered every semester. (Minimum grade “C”)
Junior Practicum
This course provides pre-service teachers with practical experience in instructional and classroom management strategies in the secondary school setting. The practicum and the workshop/seminars held on campus are designed to extend individual knowledge and skills beyond the earlier role as observer and aid in preparation for student teaching. Junior Practicum students are assigned placements in local secondary schools by the Coordinator of Clinical and Field Experiences. Hours of classroom participation are required for Junior Practicum I. Participation hours in required diversity field trips can count toward hours required for this practicum. Offered every fall. (Prerequisite: admission to the teacher education program and successful completion of EDF 223 and EDF 224. Corequisite: EDF 320.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Learning Theories & Assessment
This course examines classical and current educational theories that impact instruction from a research-based approach. Authentic assessments in the P-12 curriculum are studied and developed along with Keeran School of Education lesson plans. Students will develop an understanding of how to create assessments that both inform instruction and evaluate student knowledge. Offered every spring. (Corequisite EDF 210) (Minimum grade “C”)
Math Methods
A study of the various techniques for teaching mathematical concepts to elementary children. An emphasis is placed on practical approaches based on research and learning theory. The development of concepts is built around handson activities that allow children to go beyond specific information, to discover relationships and generalities, and to solve problems. Offered every fall. (Prerequisite: admission to teacher education program. Corequisite: ELE 394.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Reading/Language Arts Methods I
An examination and evaluation of materials and methods for teaching basic reading and language arts skills in the elementary grades. Focuses on the literacy skills of word recognition, vocabulary development, and comprehension within the framework of a balanced reading approach. These skills are integrated with listening, speaking, and creative drama areas of the language arts. Various approaches of reading are examined as well as different types of grouping techniques. Offered every fall. (Prerequisite: admission to teacher education program. Corequisite: ELE 353 and EDF 323.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Reading/Language Arts Methods II
A continuation of ELE 351, this course is an examination or reading difficulties and their diagnosis and remediation applicable to the elementary grades’ school curriculum. A continued focus on literacy strategies will be emphasized 131 with ties to integrated curriculum. Also, a practical approach to teaching language arts will be emphasized in the areas of grammar, spelling, punctuation, penmanship, and the writing process. (Prerequisite: admission to the teacher education program and ELE 351. Corequisite: ELE 354 and EDF 324.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Science Methods
A thorough examination of the scientific methods used teaching children basic science concepts. Included will be teaching strategies for the biological and physical sciences for children in the elementary grades. Offered every spring. (Prerequisite: admission to teacher education program. Weekly lab required. Corequisite: ELE313.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Social Studies Methods
Presents the scope and sequence of the skills and concepts of the social studies program applicable to the elementary grades. The broad range of the social studies curriculum will be defined with emphasis on the need for student and teacher to relate to their world: past, present, and future. Offered every spring. (Prerequisite: admission to teacher education program and ELE 300. Corequisite: ELE315.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Sophomore Practicum
All teacher education majors will complete hours of observation in school classrooms during the fall semester of their sophomore year. These observations will be completed in a local field placement assigned by the Coordinator of Clinical and Field Experience or during a required diversity field trip conducted by the Keeran School of Education. Students enrolled in this course are also required to attend on-campus class sessions related to teaching and learning and the development of an application notebook. Offered every fall. (Corequisite: EDF 214.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Student Teaching
Supervised student teaching in a public school for a minimum of fourteen weeks will provide a variety of experiences to prepare pre-service teachers for their role in the school and the community. Included will be involvement with young people in the learning process, experiences with records necessary in the overall management of a classroom, and contact with other teaching professionals. Seminars will be offered on campus addressing the specific needs of beginning teachers. (Prerequisite: Admissions to teacher education program and completions of all requirements for student teaching). (Minimum grade “C”)
Classroom Management
This course is designed to introduce the student to strategies for effectively planning classroom activities, managing various types of classroom behaviors, and developing instructional techniques for guiding students’ learning. Activities and readings will emphasize the relationship between classroom environment and student behavior. Special speakers will give students real classroom techniques. Offered every spring. (Prerequisite: EDF 214.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Developmental Psychology
The study of life span human development, with special concern for the genetic and environmental factors which influence the mental, emotional, and moral development of a person. Each of the following stages of lifespan development are included in this study: prenatal development and birth, infancy, early childhood, middle and late childhood, adolescence, early adulthood, middle adulthood, late adulthood, and death and dying. (Minimum grade “C”)
Diversity in the Classroom
This course deals with different areas of diversity in the classroom that may hinder the student’s social and educational development. These areas of diversity include ESL/ELL, socio-economic, and cognitive ability. The goal of this course is to provide future teachers with a thorough understanding of the concept of culture and cultural diversity, and how this influences the educational setting. Students will be able to create a positive classroom environment for a diverse class that applies student-centered approaches, supports high student achievement, develops motivation, and encourages critical thinking. (Minimum grade “C”)
Educational Technology
This course introduces students to technology and media available for use in educational settings. The course provides opportunities for analysis, understanding suitable material usage, and development of productions skills for a variety of media formats. Students will develop an understanding of how media and technology serve purposes in the education of students. Offered every fall. (Minimum grade “C”)
Exceptional Children
This course surveys the characteristics and the social, emotional, and educational adjustment of individuals with special needs. The course reviews legislation and current trends, with an emphasis on integration and full inclusion of individuals with disabilities in educational settings and in the community. It introduces principles of instruction and the development of strategies for the generation of Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs) AND Gifted Students Service Plans (GSSPs). It includes a limited practicum experience in a special education setting. Offered every spring. (Corequisite: EDF 224.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Introduction to Education
This course introduces students to the broad field of education as well as Kentucky Christian University’s Teacher Education model, The Teacher: Empowered to Empower, and dispositions needed for success as a teacher. Transfer from another college or university will be with permission from the Keeran School of Education. Offered every semester. (Minimum grade “C”)
Junior Practicum
This course provides pre-service teachers with practical experience in instructional and classroom management strategies in the secondary school setting. The practicum and the workshop/seminars held on campus are designed to extend individual knowledge and skills beyond the earlier role as observer and aid in preparation for student teaching. Junior Practicum students are assigned placements in local secondary schools by the Coordinator of Clinical and Field Experiences. Hours of classroom participation are required for Junior Practicum I. Participation hours in required diversity field trips can count toward hours required for this practicum. Offered every fall. (Prerequisite: admission to the teacher education program and successful completion of EDF 223 and EDF 224. Corequisite: EDF 320.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Learning Theories & Assessment
This course examines classical and current educational theories that impact instruction from a research-based approach. Authentic assessments in the P-12 curriculum are studied and developed along with Keeran School of Education lesson plans. Students will develop an understanding of how to create assessments that both inform instruction and evaluate student knowledge. Offered every spring. (Corequisite EDF 210) (Minimum grade “C”)
Math Methods
A study of the various techniques for teaching mathematical concepts to elementary children. An emphasis is placed on practical approaches based on research and learning theory. The development of concepts is built around handson activities that allow children to go beyond specific information, to discover relationships and generalities, and to solve problems. Offered every fall. (Prerequisite: admission to teacher education program. Corequisite: ELE 394.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Reading/Language Arts Methods I
An examination and evaluation of materials and methods for teaching basic reading and language arts skills in the elementary grades. Focuses on the literacy skills of word recognition, vocabulary development, and comprehension within the framework of a balanced reading approach. These skills are integrated with listening, speaking, and creative drama areas of the language arts. Various approaches of reading are examined as well as different types of grouping techniques. Offered every fall. (Prerequisite: admission to teacher education program. Corequisite: ELE 353 and EDF 323.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Reading/Language Arts Methods II
A continuation of ELE 351, this course is an examination or reading difficulties and their diagnosis and remediation applicable to the elementary grades’ school curriculum. A continued focus on literacy strategies will be emphasized 131 with ties to integrated curriculum. Also, a practical approach to teaching language arts will be emphasized in the areas of grammar, spelling, punctuation, penmanship, and the writing process. (Prerequisite: admission to the teacher education program and ELE 351. Corequisite: ELE 354 and EDF 324.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Science Methods
A thorough examination of the scientific methods used teaching children basic science concepts. Included will be teaching strategies for the biological and physical sciences for children in the elementary grades. Offered every spring. (Prerequisite: admission to teacher education program. Weekly lab required. Corequisite: ELE313.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Social Studies Methods
Presents the scope and sequence of the skills and concepts of the social studies program applicable to the elementary grades. The broad range of the social studies curriculum will be defined with emphasis on the need for student and teacher to relate to their world: past, present, and future. Offered every spring. (Prerequisite: admission to teacher education program and ELE 300. Corequisite: ELE315.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Sophomore Practicum
All teacher education majors will complete hours of observation in school classrooms during the fall semester of their sophomore year. These observations will be completed in a local field placement assigned by the Coordinator of Clinical and Field Experience or during a required diversity field trip conducted by the Keeran School of Education. Students enrolled in this course are also required to attend on-campus class sessions related to teaching and learning and the development of an application notebook. Offered every fall. (Corequisite: EDF 214.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Student Teaching
Supervised student teaching in a public school for a minimum of fourteen weeks will provide a variety of experiences to prepare pre-service teachers for their role in the school and the community. Included will be involvement with young people in the learning process, experiences with records necessary in the overall management of a classroom, and contact with other teaching professionals. Seminars will be offered on campus addressing the specific needs of beginning teachers. (Prerequisite: Admissions to teacher education program and completions of all requirements for student teaching). (Minimum grade “C”)
Additional Course Notes
Biology majors are required to complete an approved 6 hours of electives.
Well Prepared
“Thank you so much, Dr. Brickey! I was well prepared, both educationally and most importantly, spiritually. I will forever remember this experience. I pray I can continue to make Yancey School of Nursing proud as I practice my career.”
Nephtalie Fleur, Class of 2022
