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Baccalaureate Degree Requirements Advising Sheet

Liberal Studies B.A.: Elementary Teaching Content Preparation Program



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View information for the Department of Liberal Studies , including Learning Objectives for the department and its programs.

View the degree program Roadmap, which provide recommended advising maps to complete the degree program. Please consult your academic advisor as you develop your academic plan.

Liberal Studies B.A. Elementary Teaching Content Preparation Program is a pre-professional Subject Matter Preparation waiver program leading to enrollment in a Multiple Subject Credential Program (MSCP or Education Specialist Credential Program (ESCP). Successful completion of the major, with either a 2.67 overall grade point average or a 2.75 grade point average in the last 60 units fulfills all CCTC requirements for Subject Matter Competency. Please see the Chair of the Department of Liberal Studies  or the Coordinator of the Credential Program (Department of Teacher Education ) for specific details.

Liberal Studies majors may be admitted to the credential program prior to completing their bachelor degrees. Units in the credential program can be applied as upper-division elective credit toward satisfying the 120-unit requirement for graduation.

Currently, admission to the Stanislaus State MSCP requires either a 2.67 overall grade point average or a 2.75 grade point average in the last 60 units.  Additional details and information pertaining to entrance into the credential program are available in the College of Education section of this catalog, and at the Department of Teacher Education  office.  Students should consult with the Credential Services Office for changes in the precise requirements for admission to the credential program.

Note: The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC) is empowered to change credential requirements without prior notice. The University will make changes leading to the credential whenever revisions are required by the CCTC.

Admission into programs leading to licensure and credentialing does not guarantee that students will obtain a license or credential. Licensure and credentialing requirements are set by agencies that are not controlled by or affiliated with the CSU and requirements can change at any time. For example, licensure or credentialing requirements can include evidence of the right to work in the United States (e.g., social security number or tax payer identification number) or successfully passing a criminal background check. Students are responsible for determining whether they can meet licensure or credentialing requirements. The CSU will not refund tuition, fees, or any associated costs, to students who determine subsequent to admission that they cannot meet licensure or credentialing requirements. Information concerning licensure and credentialing requirements are available from the Credential Services Office.

Program Learning Outcomes


  1. Make explicit connections between California TK-8 Content Standards and subject matter knowledge in Liberal Studies major coursework.
  2. Demonstrate understanding of a variety of teaching strategies grounded in theory, including (but not limited to) asset-oriented pedagogy, culturally responsive/sustainable and anti-racist teaching practices, use of technology, cross-discipline connections, and other student-centered techniques.
  3. Demonstrate an appreciation for the diverse cultural, linguistics, and learning abilities of students.
  4. Demonstrate effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills in a variety of communication contexts.
  5. Reflect thoughtfully on and critically examine current education practices and systems, through fieldwork experience activities in TK-8 classrooms and course work.

Requirements


1.Complete the Baccalaureate Degree Requirements


A student must comply with all University regulations and satisfy the following requirements:

  1. Units and Residency  (minimum of 120 units: 40 units of upper division coursework and 30 semester units at Stanislaus State. At least 24 of these 30 units must be earned in upper-division courses, at least 12 must be in the major, and at least 9 must be applicable to General Education-Breadth requirements)
  2. Grade Point Average  (minimum grade point average of 2.0 (C) or better)
  3. General Education  (minimum of 49 units)
  4. Upper Division Writing Proficiency  (minimum of 3 units)
    - Writing Proficiency (WP) Course (may double count in the major)
  5. United States Constitution and California State and Local Government  (minimum of 3 units)
  6. Multicultural Requirement  (minimum of 3 units) (may double count with General Education requirements or in the major)

Subsequently all students must submit an application for graduation and receive approval from the major advisor, department chair, and Director of Academic Advising. For more information see the Baccalaureate Degree Requirements .

2. Subject Matter Preparation Program Requirements


The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing requires Liberal Studies majors to complete an approved course in each of the following subjects with a grade of C-, credit, or better. Requirements may be met in GE, in the major, or in additional coursework (courses in the major and concentration must be taken for a letter grade). Review the Liberal Studies Advising and Articulation Guides for approved courses. Guides are available in the Department and on the Department website.

Subject Matter Requirements include:


Reading, Language, and Literature

History and Social Sciences

Mathematics

Science

Visiual and Performing Arts

  • Art (see Liberal Studies Advising Guide)
  • Music (see Liberal Studies Advising Guide)
  • Theatre (see Liberal Studies Advising Guide)
  • Activity Course* (see Liberal Studies Advising Guide)
  • Activity Course* (see Liberal Studies Advising Guide)
    *may cross-count with Art, Music, or Theatre subject matter, but must be in two different disciplines.

Physical Education: 

Human Development:

3. The Major & Concentration


Complete all of the requirements in the major and the concentration.

The Major


(43 units excluding concentration)

The major and concentration require letter grades of C- or better.

3. Complete one of the following.


(3 units)

Credit will not be given for both ENGL 4800 and LIBS 4800 in the Liberal Studies major.

5. Complete a minimum of two Subject Matter Inquiry courses.


(6 units)

Courses may be used to complete subject matter requirements (see Liberal Studies Subject Matter Advising Guide); additional courses may be taken for electives.

Language Arts and Humanities


Courses that meet subject matter requirements:

Social Sciences


Courses that meet subject matter requirements:

Electives

Math and Science


Courses that meet subject matter requirements:

The Concentration


(12-15 units)

A concentration is required and must be approved by a concentration advisor. At least six units must be upper-division. Concentration courses require letter grades of C- or better.

Approved Concentrations:

Anthropology  
Applied Philosophy  
Art  
Bilingual/Crosscultural: Asian  
Bilingual/Crosscultural: Spanish  
Biological Sciences  
Child Development  
Civics  
Communication Studies  
Computer Science  
Earth Sciences  
Economics  
English  
Ethnic Studies  
Exceptional Children and Youth Concentration  (Special Ed)

Geography  
History  
Kinesiology  
Mathematics  
Music  
Natural Sciences  
Physics and Physical Sciences  
Social Sciences  
Sociology  
Spanish  
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)  
Theatre  

 

 

A list of Liberal Studies Concentration Advisers is available in the Liberal Studies Department and on the department website.

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