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Multiple-Subject Teaching Credential Track A Requirements

The cohort model begins with Module 1, with entry in either Fall I or Spring I. Candidates may enter at other times with official advisement only. A maximum of eight units may be taken per term.

Module 1
 
TEP 506 Educational Foundations and Classroom Management 3
TEP 516 Methods of Teaching Reading and Writing (K-8) 3
TEP 566A Field Experience I 1
Pass RICA Exam
 
Module 2
 
TEP 526 Methods of Teaching Mathematics (K-8) 3
TEP 556 Methods of Teaching English 3
TEP 566B Field Experience II 1
Clearance to Advance to Module 3 (Clinical Practice in Master Teacher’s Classroom)  
Module 3
 
TEP 536 Methods of Teaching Science 3
TEP 586 Student Teaching Seminar 3
TEP 576A Clinical Practice I (Student Teaching, K-8) 2
Module 4
 
TEP 546 Methods of Integrating the Humanities (K-8) 3
TEP 576B Clinical Practice II (Student Teaching, K-8) 2
Additional Credential Courses
 
EDUC 504 Teaching and Cultural Diversity 3
EDUC 572 Advanced Educational Psychology 3
Credential Total 33 units
Required Courses for Master of Arts in Education: Teaching
Core Courses
3-6 units*
EDUC 572 Advanced Educational Psychology *(If not taken for credential) 3
EDUC 573 Philosophy/Ethics and History of Education 3
Elective - Advanced Course (select one)
3 units
EDUC 505 Advanced Literacy Development 3
EDUC 507 Family, Community, and School Connections 3
EDUC 508 Assessment and Evaluation in Multicultural Classrooms 3
EDUC 509 Special Topics in Education 3
EDUC 554 Instructional Principles and Practices 3
EDUC 574 Current Issues in Education 3
Capstone Courses - Required
6 units
(To be taken after credential is completed.)
EDUC 571 Curriculum Foundations 3
EDUC 589A Research for Educators: Beginning Process 3
EDUC 589B Research for Educators: Finish Reporting 3
Total
45 units

NOTE: Completion of all credential requirements, including all examinations, coursework, and other requirements, must be met before a candidate may participate in the graduation ceremony for the Master of Arts in Education: Teaching and have their degree posted.

English Language Learner Pre-service Requirement for Interns in Fall

Any Multiple-Subject teaching candidate desiring to begin an internship in the fall semester must complete Pre-Service training during the Summer II session. This summer session consists of two three-unit classes for six weeks and one English Language Learner Workshop/Pedagogy for the seventh week.

Note: This information is current for the 2008-09 academic year. For additional information, please contact the appropriate office.
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