Grand Canyon University The College of Education 9 courses 120 total credits
(Initial Program-Does Not Lead to Initial Teacher Licensure) This program does not include a student teaching component, and does not therefore lead to licensure, but may lead to career advancement for those who already licensed as teachers. Grand Canyon University‛s Bachelor of Science in Educational Studies develops students for educational opportunities outside of the traditional classroom. An educational studies degree provides foundational skills that focus on developing and applying fundamental pedagogical practices to a variety of settings. The bachelor‛s degree in educational studies also includes study of educational psychology, literacy, diversity, instructional technology, communications and classroom management. Teaching skills are a cornerstone for a variety of career opportunities. Traditionally, students graduating with an educational studies degree have been interested in education- related jobs that do not require traditional teacher certifications, including parks and recreation, non-profits, workplace training and community programs. After understanding the fundamentals of teaching and learning, students develop skills to effectively teach and train in diverse learning environments.
| Total General Education | 34-40 credits |
| Total Educational Studies Major | 36 credits |
| Total Electives | 44-50 credits |
| Total Bachelor of Science in Educational Studies | 120 credits |
Educational Studies Major
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EDU-330 | Ethics and Advocacy in Education | 4 |
| ECE-362 | Family, Community, and Cultural Awareness Supporting Early Childhood | 4 |
| EDU-354 | Child Development: Prenatal to Adolescence | 4 |
| REA-370 | Children's Literature | 4 |
| ELM-463 | STEM Tools in the Modern Classroom | 4 |
| REA-366 | Methods for Reading Instruction | 4 |
| ELM-462 | Interdisciplinary Teaching and Learning in STEM | 4 |
| COM-451 | Relational Communication | 4 |
| MGT-410 | Servant Leadership | 4 |
| Total Educational Studies Major | 36 credits | |
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