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Single-Subject Teaching Credential Track A Requirements

Single-Subject Teaching Credential Track A/Master's Requirements

The program 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 508 Educational Foundations and Classroom Management (7-12) 3
TEP 518 Methods of Teaching Reading and Writing (7-12) 3
TEP 568A Field Experience I 1
Module 2
 
TEP 528 Teaching Strategies (7-12) 3
TEP 558 Methods of Teaching English Language Learners (7-12) 3
TEP 568B Field Experience II 1
Clearance to Advance to Module 3 (Clinical Practice in Master Teacher’s Classroom)  
Module 3
 
TEP 548 Curriculum and Assessment (7-12) 3
TEP 578A Clinical Practice I (Candidate Teaching) 2
Module 4
 
TEP 588 Candidate Teaching Seminar (7-12) 3
TEP 578B Clinical Practice II (Candidate Teaching) 2
Additional Credential Courses
 
EDUC 504 Teaching and Cultural Diversity 3
EDUC 572 Advanced Educational Psychology 3
Total credential units
30 units
Required courses for Master of Arts in Education: Teaching
18 units
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 two)
6 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
EDUC 571 Curriculum Foundations 3
EDUC 589A Research for Educators: Beginning Process 2
EDUC 589B Research for Educators: Finish reporting 1
Total program units
45-48* units
*If EDUC 572 is not taken for the credential

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 Single-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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