Nov 21, 2024

2024-2025 Academic Catalog

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 Roadmaps , which provide recommended advising maps to complete the degree program. Please consult Liberal Studies 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

Make explicit connections between California TK-8 Content Standards and subject matter knowledge in Liberal Studies major coursework.
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.
Demonstrate an appreciation for the diverse cultural, linguistic, and learning abilities of students.
Demonstrate effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills in a variety of communication contexts.
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:

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)
Grade Point Average (minimum grade point average of 2.0 (C) or better)
General Education (minimum of 49 units)
Upper Division Writing Proficiency (minimum of 3 units)
- Writing Proficiency (WP) Course (may double count in the major)
United States Constitution and California State and Local Government (minimum of 3 units)
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). Approved courses are listed in Liberal Studies Advising and Articulation Guides. Guides are available in the Department and on the Department website.

Subject Matter Requirements include:

Reading, Language, and Literature

Oral Communication (Lower Division G.E. A1)
Composition (Lower Division G.E. A2)
Critical Thinking (Lower Division G.E. A3)
Children’s Literature (see Liberal Studies Advising Guide)
Second Language Acquisition:
ENGL 4800 - Second Language Acquisition
or
LIBS 4800 - Language Development and Acquisition for Educators
(major requirement) (Students planning to pursue a Bilingual Authorization may use LIBS 4400 to fulfill this requirement)
Writing for Teachers:
ENGL 3009 - Writing for Teachers (WP)
or LIBS 3009 - Writing for Elementary Teachers (WP) (major requirement)

History and Social Sciences

Early U.S. History:
HIST 2600 - Problems in U.S. History
(Lower Division G.E. D)
American Government:
PSCI 1201 - American Government
(University Baccalaureate Degree Requirement)
Ancient World History: (see Liberal Studies Advising Guide)
California History (see Liberal Studies Advising Guide)
Geography (see Liberal Studies Advising Guide)

Mathematics

Science

Biological Science:
BIOL 1010 - Principles of Biology
(Lower Division G.E. B2)
Biological Science Lab:
BIOL 1020 - World of Biology Laboratory
(Lower Division G.E. B3)
Earth Science:
GEOL 2400 - Introduction to Earth Science
(Lower Division G.E. B1)
Physics (see Liberal Studies Advising Guide)
Chemistry (see Liberal Studies Advising Guide)
Physical Science Lab (see Liberal Studies Advising Guide)

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:

KINS 3400 - Elementary Physical Education
(major requirement)

Human Development:

CDEV 3140
/
PSYC 3140 - Human Development I: Childhood

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.

1. Complete all of the following co-requisite courses.

(12 units)

2. Complete all of the following required courses.

(19 units)

LIBS 3200 - Foundations of Education in a Diverse Society (WP) 4 unit(s)
ENGL 3009 - Writing for Teachers (WP) 3 unit(s)
or
LIBS 3009 - Writing for Elementary Teachers (WP) 3 unit(s)
MATH 3050 - Exploring Mathematics 3 unit(s)
LIBS 4170 - Technology for Teachers 3 unit(s)
KINS 3400 - Elementary Physical Education 3 unit(s)
LIBS 4960 - Senior Seminar 3 unit(s)

3. Complete one of the following required Second Language Acquisition courses.

(3 units)

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

ENGL 4800 - Second Language Acquisition 3 unit(s)
or
LIBS 4400 - Introduction to Bilingual Education and Language Acquisition for Multilingual Learners 3 unit(s) (only for students planning a bilingual authorization)
or
LIBS 4800 - Language Development and Acquisition for Educators 3 unit(s)

4. Complete one of the following required Multicultural Perspectives courses.

(3 units)

COMM 4160 - Intercultural Communication 3 unit(s)
ENGL 3940 - Multicultural American Literature 3 unit(s)
ETHS 4040 - Education for Social Justice 3 unit(s)
ETHS 4200 - Racial and Ethnic Experiences 3 unit(s)
ETHS 4350 - Racial Inequities in Education 3 unit(s)
GEND 4100 - Gender and Education 3 unit(s)
GEND 4110 - Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Issues in Education 3 unit(s)
GEOG 3010 - Cultural Geography 3 unit(s)
GEOG 3330 - Ethnic Geography 3 unit(s)
HIST 3720 - U.S. Ethnic and Immigrant Past 3 unit(s)
PSCI 3810 - Multicultural Community Building 3 unit(s)
SOCL 3250 - Cross-cultural Social Issues 3 unit(s)
SOCL 4010 - Race and Ethnic Relations 3 unit(s)
THEA 3600 - Indigenous Perspectives in Theatre 3 unit(s)

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:

COMM 3400 - Oral Interpretation of Children’s Literature 3 unit(s)
LIBS 3810 - Children’s Literature in Education 3 unit(s)

Electives

COMM 4020 - Communication in the Classroom 3 unit(s)
PHIL 3700 - Concepts of Race and Identity 3 unit(s)
PHIL 3750 - Concepts of Home 3 unit(s)
PHIL 4420 - Philosophy and Education 3 unit(s)
PHIL 4800 - Nature Revisited 3 unit(s)

Social Sciences

Courses that meet subject matter requirements:

ETHS 4250 - California Racial and Ethnic Awareness 3 unit(s)
HIST 3120 - Ancient Mediterranean World 3 unit(s)
HIST 4670 - California History 3 unit(s)

Electives

ANTH 3020 - Travelers in Time 3 unit(s)
CDEV 3030 - Cognitive Development in School Settings 3 unit(s)
GEOG 3350 - Geography of the Great Central Valley 3 unit(s)
LIBS 4250 - Teaching Climate Justice, Environmental Literacy and Sustainability Across K-8 Subject Matter 3 unit(s)
SOCL 3700 - Sociology of Education 3 unit(s)

Math and Science

Courses that meet subject matter requirements:

CHEM 3090 - Chemistry in Elementary School Classrooms 3 unit(s)
PHYS 3200 - Heat, Light, and Sound 3 unit(s)

Electives

NSCI 4961 - Teaching Secondary Science 3 unit(s)

Visual and Performing Arts

Courses that meet subject matter requirements:

ART 3820 - Visual Approach to Learning 3 unit(s)
ART 3840 - The Missions of California 3 unit(s)
ART 4860 - Art for the Classroom Teacher 3 unit(s)
ART 4870 - World Crafts 3 unit(s)
MUS 3341 - Music for Classroom Teacher 3 unit(s)

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.