The coursework included in the Elementary Education Program presents core knowledge of the profession, combining pedagogical and theoretical content with an observational assessment. Students demonstrate a basic understanding of the teaching profession and child development, incorporating that knowledge and understanding in various clinical experiences. Evidence and implementation of developmentally appropriate practices are included in all… Read More
Elementary Education Graduate Certificate
The Graduate Certificate in Elementary Education program at Southern Arkansas University is designed to enable candidates who graduated from SAU in the BSE Elementary Education (non-licensure) program to continue their career in education and be prepared to earn a license in K-6 education. Candidates in this certificate program are required to uphold the same knowledge,… Read More
Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL) Graduate Certificate
Required Courses (15 Hours) MCUL 5003 – Teaching People from Other Cultures ENGL 5013 – Second Language Acquisition ENGL 5023 – Second Language Assessment ENGL 5033 – TESOL Methods and Materials ENGL 5043 – Comparative English Grammar or ENGL 5653 – Introduction to English Language Studies
Chemistry (Education)
SAU EPP programs are licensure pathways for future teachers that are grounded in the knowledge, skills, and dispositions for teachers in 21st-century schools as their roles change to fit the needs of students and society. To complete the pathway, the candidate must earn at least a grade point average of 3.00 on all University credits… Read More
Certificate of Proficiency in Teaching
Pre-candidates to an education program will earn this certificate upon completion of the required nine hours and completion of the para-professional exam required by the Division of Elementary and Secondary Education. Courses: EDUC 2003 Introduction to Education EDUC 2023 K-12 Education Technology 3 hours selected from the following: MATH 1023 College Algebra MATH 1053 Mathematical Literacy
Middle School Education (Associates)
The Associate of Science in Education – Middle School Education (MSED) presents core knowledge of the education profession by combining content and pedagogical knowledge. Pre-candidates demonstrate a basic understanding of the teaching profession and student learning. The program emphasizes the uniqueness of each student, recognizing that children are best understood in the context of family,… Read More
Elementary Education (Associates)
The Associate of Arts in Teaching presents core knowledge of the education profession by combining content and pedagogical knowledge. Pre-candidates demonstrate a basic understanding of the teaching profession and student learning. The program emphasizes the uniqueness of each student, recognizing that children are best understood in the context of family, culture, society, and environment. The… Read More
Education Graduate Certificate
Candidates for the MAT Graduate Certificate must complete 12 hours. This program does not lead to teacher licensure. Learning Goals Candidates engage in scholarly research activities such as action research or program evaluation to solve authentic problems. Teachers seek advice of others and draw on education research and scholarship to improve their practice. Candidates model… Read More
Elementary Education (K-6 STEM)
The focus in elementary education leads to a single licensure certification in elementary education. The coursework included in the Elementary Education Program presents core knowledge of the profession, combining pedagogical and theoretical content with an observational assessment. Students demonstrate a basic understanding of the teaching profession and child development, incorporating that knowledge and understanding in… Read More
K-12 Physical Education and Health
The B.S.E. in K-12 Physical Education & Health consists of 120 credit hours and prepares candidates to work as K-12 teachers and coaches. Upon degree completion and successful completion of the current required Praxis tests a standard licensure and coaching endorsement is awarded. The Coaching Endorsement requirements are contained in this degree so graduates are… Read More
