AAA DRAFT - Education, Dual Elementary and Special Ed, BA

Department: Education - Post-Degree Teacher Certification  

Program/Major Code: ????

CIP Code: 13.1001

Duration in weeks: 128

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Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the program, the learner will be able to:

1. Describe how learners grow and develop, recognizing that patterns of learning and development vary individually within and across the cognitive, linguistic, social, emotional, and physical domains.
2. Apply understanding of individual differences and diverse cultures and communities to ensure inclusive learning environments that enable each learner to meet high standards.
3. Create safe, respectful, culturally responsive learning environments to support learning, positive social interaction, active engagement, self-motivation, emotional well being, and self-determination.
4. Use knowledge of general and specialized curricula to create meaningful, accessible learning experiences, inform instructional decisions, and ensure content mastery for diverse learners.
5. Promote metacognition, self-regulated learning, engagement, critical thinking, creativity, and problem solving using relevant content, divergent perspectives, and technological tools.
6. Utilize multiple methods of assessment and data sources to guide educational decisions, monitor learner progress, and engage learners in goal setting and analyzing their own growth.
7. Plan and adapt instruction that supports every student in meeting learning goals by drawing upon knowledge of content areas, curriculum, differentiation, learners, and pedagogy.
8. Employ a repertoire of evidence-based instructional strategies and grouping to encourage diverse learners to make connections, build skills, and apply knowledge in meaningful ways.
9. Practice within ethical and legal guidelines, engage in ongoing professional learning, and continually self-reflect on teaching practices.
10. Take responsibility for student learning and collaborate with learners, families, colleagues, other school professionals, service providers, and community members to ensure learner growth.

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Full-Time Semester Pathway

This pathway is a suggested sequence of courses for your program of study. Work with an advisor to develop a unique pathway for you based on your placement recommendations, any prior college courses, and your specific situation. The courses listed reflect the minimum requirements for this program. Designed for students who have completed an Associate of Arts degree and have met college preparatory requirements in math, writing and reading.

This Program is a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Education leading to dual Arizona Department of Education K12 Teacher Certification in Elementary and Mild-Moderate Disabilities (Special Education). 

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This degree includes the Arizona General Education Curriculum (AGEC) 

Note: Students must complete a minimum of 120 Credits and all program requirements to graduate.