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ENGL 475 Language in Social Context . . . . . . .3HLTH 322 Health Issues in Education, GE E . . . . 2PHED 302 Motor Learning, Fitness and Developmentin Children, GE E. . . . . . . . . . . 2SPED 345 Individuals with Disabilities in Society(PSY), GE D, E, INTD . . . . . . . . . 3SPED 546 Consultation and Communication withFamilies and Professionals . . . . . . . .3Senior standingStudents considering a Multiple Subject or Special Educationcredential are strongly urged to complete the following courses.These courses in conjunction with other program requirementsprovide the subject matter background knowledge tested on theCSET-Multiple Subjects examination.Select either:BIOL 100 Exploring the Living World, GE B2 . . . 4orBIOL 170 Foundations of Life Science, GE B2 . . .4Additional courses:COMP 101 Computer Literacy, GE B4 . . . . . . . 3HIST 211 World Civilizations: Origins to 1500,GE D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3HIST 369 California History & Culture . . . . . . .3MATH 208 Modern Mathematics for ElementaryTeaching I: Numbers & Problem Solving,MATH 308GE B3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Modern Mathematics for ElementarySchool Teaching II-Geometry, Probabilityand Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . .3PHSC 170 Foundations in Physical Science,GE B1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4SCHOOL OF EDUCATIONPrograms Offered• Early Childhood Studies(See Early Childhood Studies Major)• Liberal Studies (See Liberal Studies Major)• Multiple Subject Teaching Credential• Single Subject Teaching Credential• Education Specialist Teaching Credential Level I• Master of Arts in Education: Specializations in EducationalLeadership and Special Education• Administrative Services Credential• Bilingual Authorization to accompany Multiple Subject,Single Subject or Education Specialist Teaching Credential• Bilingual Authorization for Experienced TeachersThe School of Education is devoted to the advancement ofteaching and learning. Our image for teacher education beginswith a vision for pre-kindergarten to grade 12 schools programsin the 21st century. The transformation from an industrialeconomy to an information society in the U.S., combinedwith an increasing emphasis on global issues and technology,demands more highly skilled adults to function effectively in theworkforce. Young people who complete their schooling arethe most educationally, socially and economically advantaged.They become adults who are lifelong learners and have thebasic skills necessary for leading a full and rewarding life in aninterdependent society and an information and service driveneconomy. The power of educators to make the fundamentaldifference in students’ lives makes education the most importantsocial service.The Education Program builds from the foundation of theundergraduate Liberal Studies option in Teaching and Learning.Early Childhood Studies major and academic majors in biology,chemistry, English, mathematics and history/social science(subject matter programs) and extends to Masters of Arts inEducation. Our Education Programs contribute to the teachingprofession by producing teachers and school administratorswho believe that all students have the ability to achieve highstandards, who adapt their teaching to reach all students, andwho respect the diversity of all students. Our graduates arereflective about their teaching, their attitudes, and their abilityto work in collaborative analytical teams. The Master of Artsin Education program focuses on Educational Leadership orSpecial Education. The Educational Leadership specializationleads to the Preliminary Administrative Services Credential.2011 – 2012PROGRAMS AND DEGREESAll credential programs have been approved by the CaliforniaCommission on Teacher Credentialing. Students who are hiredby local public schools prior to receiving a credential maybe eligible for an internship program. Contact the credentialadvisor for an internship application.Program Learning Outcomes• Students can teach all subjects in their area of specialty;• Students are able to teach children with English as first orsecond language;• Students understand and relate to the diversity of languagesand cultures in and among children and families;www.csuci.edu • California State University Channel Islands • 2011 - 2012 Catalog161