2024-2025 Undergraduate Catalog

Curriculum and Instruction, BA

Overview

The major in Curriculum and Instruction focuses on current research and practice in teaching and learning in elementary-aged children, preparing individuals to work with this population in a variety of settings, including non-profit, community, church, civic, and other organizations. Prospective students in this program must still apply for and be accepted into the Teacher Education program. However, this degree does not lead to teacher licensure in the state of North Dakota.

Requirements

Degree Requirements

See Bachelor's Degree requirements

General Education

See General Education Course Requirements for the Undergraduate College

Core Courses

EDUC 101Exploring Education

1

EDUC 201Introduction to Teaching

2

EDUC 219Instructional Media and Technology

2

EDUC 253Applied Cognitive Theories

3

EDUC 303Introduction to Teaching Students with Exceptionalities

3

EDUC 305Managing and Monitoring the Learning Environment

3

EDUC 306Multicultural Education

3

EDUC 316Assessment and Evaluation

3

EDUC 313General Principles of Curriculum and Teaching

3

PSYC 203Developmental Psychology

3

Total Credit Hours:26

Electives

Choose at least 12 credits from the following:

COMM 220Interpersonal Communication

3

COMM 305Cross-Cultural Communication

3

EDUC 202Science for Elementary Teachers

3

EDUC 203Mathematics for Elementary Teachers

3

EDUC 301Methods: Elementary Mathematics

3

EDUC 310Reading Methods in Secondary Schools

3

EDUC 314Creative Arts in the Classroom

3

EDUC 315Methods: Elementary Social Studies

3

EDUC 342Methods: Elementary Language Arts

3

EDUC 343Children's Literature and Reading Across the Curriculum

3

EDUC 344Young Adult Literature

3

EDUC 398TED Seminar I

1

EDUC 399TED Seminar II

1

EDUC 405Methods: Elementary Content Reading

3

EDUC 406Methods: Secondary Science

3

EDUC 407Methods: Secondary Social Studies

3

EDUC 408Methods: Secondary English

3

EDUC 410Methods: Secondary Mathematics

3

EDUC 415Methods: Elementary Science

3

EDUC 423Diagnostic & Corrective Reading

2

KNS 261Methods and Activities for Teaching Elementary Physical Education

3

KNS 262Middle School Activities and Materials

2

KNS 263High School Activities and Materials

2

KNS 264Teaching Fitness Education

2

MUS 291Music Methods - Elementary

3

MUS 292Music Methods: Secondary Choral

3

MUS 293Music Methods: Secondary Instrumental

3

PSYC 204Adolescent Psychology

3

Total Credit Hours:12

Total Credit Hours: 38

Plan of Study

Outcomes

The Teacher Education program has adopted the Interstate Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium (InTASC) standards as its program outcomes. These standards have been adopted by a majority of states, including North Dakota. Curriculum and Instruction degree completers will develop competencies using the following InTASC Standards:

1. Learner Development

Explanation / Rationale: The candidate understands how learners grow and develop, recognizing that patterns of learning and development vary individually within and across the cognitive, linguistic, social, emotional, and physical areas, and designs and implements developmentally appropriate and challenging learning experiences.

This Element will be assessed by:

  • Successful Completion of EDUC 253
  • Program Key Assessment #1 A and B

2. Learning Differences

Explanation / Rationale: The candidate understands the importance of individual differences, diverse cultures. and communities as a means to ensure inclusive learning environments that enable each learner to meet high standards.

This element will be assessed by:

  • Program Key Assessment #1 A and B

3. Learning Environments:

Explanation / Rationale: The candidate understands the importance of supportive and nurturing learning environments with a focus on individual and collaborative learning, positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation.

This element will be assessed by:

  • Program Key Assessment #3 – Classroom Management Philosophy and Plan

4. Content Knowledge

Explanation / Rationale: The candidate understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the and academic discipline or grade strand. Candidate recognizes the importance of students be exposed to learning experiences that make the discipline accessible and meaningful.

This element will be assessed by:

  • Program Key Assessment #4 – Interdisciplinary Unit Plan and Impact on Student Learning

5. Assessment

Explanation / Rationale: The candidate understands the importance of multiple methods of assessment to engage learners in their own growth, to monitor learner progress, and to guide the teacher’s and learner’s decision making.

This element will be assessed by:

  • Key Assessment #2 – Assessment for Learning

6. Advancement of Profession

Explanation / Rationale: Candidate understands importance of ethical behavior, contributing to positive changes in practice, and advancing the education profession.

This element will be assessed by:

  • Completion of Philosophy of Education paper (EDUC 201)