Overview
The liberal studies minor is a multidisciplinary program that adds some foundational elements of K–8 subject-matter preparation and practical field experience to any student’s major course of study. The program provides students with the opportunity to develop a teaching philosophy and acquire basic subject-matter knowledge in five to seven different content areas with an understanding of diversity and culture in a classroom setting. This may provide some preparation for substitute teaching and lesson planning.
Students work closely with an advisor in both major and minor fields in order to create an organized on-campus study. Liberal studies minors must maintain a C or higher in all courses credited toward their minor. Note: The minor does not prepare the student for the subject-matter exam, currently CSET. Additional studying is required in order to pass the exam and move forward with obtaining a Multiple-Subject Teaching Credential.
Course Requirements
| Liberal Studies Minor Requirements | 22-23 units | |
|---|---|---|
| Education | 7 units | |
EDLS 300 Introduction to Teaching as a Profession, K–12 | 4 | |
EDLS 300L Introduction to Teaching as a Profession, K–12 Lab | 0 | |
EDLS 405 Diversity in the Classroom*** | 3 | |
| Subject-matter Electives | 15-16 units | |
| Select five of the following: | ||
ART 310 Fundamental Art Experiences* | 3 | |
BIOL 400 Science and Children | 4 | |
ENGL 434 Children's Literature** | 3 | |
MATH 201 Mathematics Concepts for Elementary Teachers | 3 | |
MUS 432 Music in the Elementary Schools | 3 | |
PE 450 Physical Education in Elementary Schools, K-6 | 3 | |
*Meets a General Studies core (or elective) requirement.
**Meets a General studies elective requirement.
***Meets the Upper-division Writing Intensive requirement.
