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EDUCATION
TRANSFER
Contact Person: Nita Wirtz • Schafer Hall 319B 224-5440 Nita.Wirtz@bismarckstate.edu
The associate's degree in education incorporates training for both elementary and secondary levels. Training in education and experience in teaching can provide individuals with excellent skills in working with people, and may also open doors to careers other than teaching. For example, after experience in teaching, and with additional education, teachers may be able to move into positions such as school librarian, reading specialist, curriculum specialist, or other school staff positions.
Early childhood education involves teaching or administering preschool programs. These programs assist young children in their preparation for K-12 academics and their initial social development. Students planning to obtain a bachelor's degree in early childhood are advised to register for the courses listed in the suggested curriculum while attending BSC. An Associate in Arts (and possibly an Associate in Science) degree is earned if all requirements are completed. BSC and Mayville State University have an articulation agreement that allows students to complete the Associate in Arts degree at BSC and continue with a bachelor's degree in early education from Mayville State University. BSC suggested curriculum prepares students for the option. Students intending to pursue their four-year degree at other four-year colleges/universities should refer to the catalog of the school where they plan to complete their bachelor's degree requirements and modify this curriculum where necessary.
Kindergarten and elementary education involves introducing children to the basics of math, language, social studies, science and the arts. Teachers look for ways to help children learn, as well as try to instill good study habits and an appreciation for learning. Teachers also study the child's interactions with classmates, are aware of their social development, and discuss problems with parents. College students considering elementary education as a career should be creative, dependable and patient, and should possess good communication skills. They should enjoy being directly involved in the educational and emotional development of children.
Middle or secondary education teachers should be interested in a specific subject, be effective in working with young people, and be able to relate knowledge to and motivate students. Since middle and secondary school teachers instruct students in a specific subject, college students should decide on their specialization by the sophomore year and begin taking elective courses in their area of specialization.
Students planning to obtain a bachelor's degree in either elementary or secondary education are advised to register for the courses listed in the suggested curriculum while attending BSC. An Associate in Arts and possibly an Associate in Science) degree is earned if all requirements are completed. BSC and Dickinson State University have an articulation agreement that allows students to complete the Associate in Arts degree at BSC and continue with a bachelor's degree in education from Dickinson State University on the BSC campus. BSC suggested curriculum prepares students for this option. Students intending to pursue their four-year degree at other four-year colleges/universities should refer to the catalog of the school where they plan to complete their bachelor's degree requirements and modify this curriculum where necessary.
Due to the increased nature of licensure requirements as a professional educator, students should also plan to check the state licensure where they plan to pursue a career in their sophomore year in order to begin preparation. Students planning to pursue a career as a professional educator in the state of North Dakota will be prepared for initial licensure testing requirements in conjunction with EDUC 250.
Career Possibilities: Early Childhood Education, Elementary Classroom Teacher, Learning Disabilities, Library Science, Reading/Math Specialist, School Administrator/Principal, School Counselor, Secondary Teacher, Special Education, and School Staff Positions (with additional education).
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Education AA & AS Curriculum Guide (document)
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AA Student Planning Worksheet 2011-13 (document)
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Fact Sheet (document)
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Fact Sheet - Education - PDF
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