Undergraduate Bulletin - Loyola Marymount University

Minor in Education
Students may declare a minor in Education so that their
Education coursework is duly acknowledged in their
official transcript. In order to maximize the full potential
of taking Education courses within the undergraduate
program, students are strongly encouraged to declare the
Education minor early in their career. The Education minor
is not applicable to Liberal Studies majors (multiple subject
credential). Completion of an Education minor does not
equal completion of the requirements for a teaching
credential. Students may complete the Education minor
without completing all the requirements for a teaching
credential.
Students wishing to be admitted to the Minor in Education
program must complete all the requirements for admission
to the School of Education except for the subject matter
competency and CBEST requirements.
Minor in Elementary Education
(18 Semester Hours)
For non-Liberal Studies majors only.
18 semester hours in Education from the following
courses:
• 4 prerequisite Education courses: EDUC 400,
401, 414, and 440
• 2 courses from the following: EDUC 409, 425,
434
Minor in Secondary Education
(18 Semester Hours)
18 semester hours in Education from the following
courses:
• 4 prerequisite Education courses: EDUC 400,
401, 414, and 440
• 2 courses from the following: EDUC 425, 434,
428, 484, 485, 486, 487, 488
Minor in Bilingual Education
(18 Semester Hours)
For non-Liberal Studies majors only.
18 semester hours in Education from the following
courses:
• 4 prerequisite Education courses: EDUC 400,
401, 414, and 440
• 2 courses in Bilingual Education: EDUC 416 and
420
Minor in Special Education
(18 Semester Hours)
EDUCATION / 449
The recommended course sequence is as follows:
Sophomore Year: EDUC 400 and 440
Junior Year: EDUC 444 (2 semester hours) and an EDUC
elective (3 semester hours) chosen with the approval of the
coordinator
Senior Year: EDUC 427 (2 semester hours), 436
(2 semester hours), and capstone course (3 semester
hours)
EDUC 400
Sociocultural Analysis of Education
3 Semester Hours
A study of the sociological and anthropological analysis of
contemporary education with emphases on historical and
cultural contexts, culturally sensitive pedagogy, cultural
and ethnic diversity, social/cultural issues, equity, access
to the core curriculum, and demographic trends in schools
and society. Emphasis is placed on the preparation of
professionals for the teaching profession and their awareness
of social, psychological, and cultural forces shaping society
today so that they are prepared to work with all learners.
This course is designed for undergraduates in the traditional
and/or blended teacher preparation program.
Prerequisite: Sophomore or higher.
EDUC 401
Educational Psychology for the Childhood and
Adolescent Years
3 Semester Hours
A study of the learning environment, the evaluation of
learning, and the teaching/learning process. An analysis of
the physical, intellectual, emotional, cultural, and ethnic
factors affecting development, learning, and behavior. This
course is a prerequisite for acceptance into the Multiple
and Single Subject Credential Program. Emphasis is placed
on implications for teaching and learning in the primary,
elementary, middle, and senior high schools. Fieldwork is
required.
Prerequisite: Sophomore or higher.