Purpose of the Program and Content
The Associate of Science in Elementary Education provides insight for prospective and practicing teachers into well-established pedagogy and content knowledge that will improve the quality of instruction for current and future RMI elementary-level students. Faculty provide instruction in best practices and model meaningful, authentic engagement in learning activities and management procedures that support student success.
The content includes instruction in each area of the elementary grade curriculum and the theoretical background to recognize the importance of meaningful connections to students’ prior knowledge, cultural heritage, and dual language needs. Students gain experience within current elementary classrooms throughout their coursework and complete their journey with full-time practicum/student teaching in order to be prepared for employment as classroom teachers who are responsible for improving the learning outcomes of their students.
We are committed to improving the quality of basic education at the elementary level by providing a foundation upon which to build more sophisticated learning with confidence and skill. Our students will be the leaders to improve the knowledge of future students who live in tenuous times and must understand the effects of climate change on the environment both locally and globally.
Courses Offered
EDU 101 - Foundational Literacy for Elementary Classroom Teachers
Prerequisite(s):
C or better in ENG 096 and ENG 099
Or Placement in Credit Level English
EDU 109 – Philosophical Foundations of Education
Prerequisite(s):
C or better in ENG 111
Introduces various philosophies of education at work in contemporary schooling. Examines conditions of knowing, teaching, and learning and their extension in everyday practices in and out of the classroom.
EDU 150 – Mathematics for Elementary Teachers
Prerequisites:
C or better in MATH 090s or Credit Placement
C or better in ENG 80s
Permission of Instructor
EDU 210 – Introduction to Teaching
Prerequisite(s):
C or better in ENG 111
EDU 211 – Classroom Methods and Strategies
Prerequisite(s):
C or better in ENG 111
Examines methods employed by effective elementary teachers to facilitate learning and skills in all subject areas.
EDU 241 – Classroom Management
Prerequisite(s):
C or better in ENG 111
EDU 250 – Mathematics for Elementary Teachers II
Prerequisite(s):
C or better in EDU 150
EDU 251 – Science for Teachers
Prerequisite(s):
Admission to ASEE
C or better in ENG 111
EDU 285 – ESL Language Arts Methods
Prerequisites:
C or better in ENG 111
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon graduation a student will:
- Display knowledge of school curriculum, emphasis on RMI.
- Identify cognitive and affective needs of students in the classroom.
- Practice self-reflection and professionalism in the classroom.
- Apply appropriate classroom teaching and management methods to promote a positive learning environment.
- Develop and promote elementary students’ critical thinking skills through reading to develop a community of readers.
Pathway for Completion of ASEE: Course Sequencing
Credit level students who successfully navigate 5 courses per semester graduate with ASEE in 2 years. All courses below are required. C or better is required in each course. Students may be admitted at credit level OR achieve credit level by satisfactorily completing ENG 90’s & Math 099.
The first credit semester MUST include ENG 111 – gateway to all Education courses.
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|
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CMI 101 – First Year Seminar (3) |
EDU 250 – Math for Teachers II (3) |
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ENG 111 – English Composition I (4) |
SOC 140 – Contemporary Issues in Micronesia (3) |
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EDU 150 – Math for Teachers I (3) |
PSY 101 – Introduction to Psychology (3) |
|
EDU 101 – Foundational Literacy for Elemental Classroom Teachers (3) |
EDU 109 – Philosophical Foundations of Education (3) |
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ICS 101 – Introduction to Microsoft Office (3) |
ENG 105 – Fundamentals of Speech (3) |
| Semester 3 | Semester 4 |
|---|---|
|
PSY 201 – Human Growth & Development (3) |
EDU 285 – Language Arts Methods (3) |
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EDU 210 – Introduction to Teaching (3) |
ENG 211 – Children’s Literature (3) |
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EDU 211 – Classroom Methods & Strategies (3) |
EDU 241 – Classroom Management (3) |
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SCI (Choose a SCI class) (4 Credits with lab) |
EDU 251 – Science for Teachers (4 Credits with lab) |
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MAR (Choose MAR 120, 130, 140, 230 or HIS 132) (3) |
MAR (Choose MAR 120, 130, 140, 230 or HIS 132) (3) |
The 4-credit SCI Course and 4-credit EDU 251 Science for Teachers may NOT be taken in the same semester. Both classes have a lab and earn 4 credits. It is impossible to schedule both during the same semester as well as a very bad idea for the student.
Both EDU 150 and EDU 250 as well as PSY 101 and PSY 201 are sequential. EDU 150 is a prerequisite to EDU 250; PSI 101 is a prerequisite to PSY 201. It is important that the first course in the sequence be completed successfully early in the students’ program to ensure time to complete both courses successfully within the 4 semesters.
