School of Education
FACULTY
ESTHER C. SWINK, Dean, School of Education; Director, Graduate Education Program; Director, Graduate Library and Information Science Program; Director of EdD Program; Associate Professor of Education and Library and Information Science, 1999-
BS, Trevecca Nazarene University, 1969; MLS, George Peabody College of Vanderbilt University, 1976; EdD, George Peabody College of Vanderbilt University, 1987.
JUDY T. BIVENS, Assistant Professor of Library and Information Science, 2000-
BS, University of Tennessee Martin, 1969; MAT, Middle Tennessee State University, 1975; MIS, University of Tennessee Martin, 2000.
MICHAEL D. BROOKS, Associate Professor of Education, 2001-
BS, David Lipscomb University, 1980; MAR, Harding Graduate School, 1982; EdD, Tennessee State University, 1987.
MELINDA A. BURCH, Associate Professor of Education, 2001-
BS, Trevecca Nazarene University, 1994; MAE, Austin Peay State University, 1998; PhD, Vanderbilt University, 2002.
LINDA G. COLLINS, Associate Professor of Education, 2006-
BS Middle Tennessee State University, 1970; MA University of Northern Colorado, 1977; EdD, Peabody College of Vanderbilt University, 1990.
RUTH Y. COX, Director, Teacher Education; Associate Professor of Education, 2000-
BA, Asbury College, 1970; MA, Eastern Kentucky University, 1973; EdD, NOVA University, 1985.
MARY FRANCES HAND, Associate Professor of Education, 2005-
BS, Middle Tennessee State University, 1982; MEd, Middle Tennessee State University, 1992; EdD, Trevecca Nazarene University, 2003.
ANNETTE HARBER, Assistant Librarian, 2003-
BA, Trevecca Nazarene University, 1998; MLIS, Trevecca Nazarene University, 2003.
SUZANN B. HARRIS, Associate Professor of Education, 2006-
BA, Free Will Baptist Bible College, 1975; MEd, Trevecca Nazarene University, 1991; EdD, Trevecca Nazarene University, 2003.
AMY T. HECKMAN, Assistant Professor of Education, 2003-
BS, University of Tennessee, 1992; MS, University of Tennessee, 1993; EdD, Tennessee State University, 2004.
GEORGE F. KERSEY, Jr., Associate Professor of Education, 2004-
BS, George Peabody College of Vanderbilt University, 1968; MA, George Peabody College of Vanderbilt University, 1970; EdD, Vanderbilt University, 1986.
W. PORTER KING, Professor of Education, 1987-
BS, Murray State University, 1957, MAEd, Murray State University, 1960; MA, George Peabody College of Vanderbilt University, 1968; EdS, George Peabody College of Vanderbilt University, 1970; PhD, George Peabody College of Vanderbilt University, 1972.
RUTH T. KINNERSLEY, Director, Library Services; Associate Professor of Library and Information Science, 2001-
BA, Greenville College, 1982; MS, University of Illinois, 1983; MS, Olivet Nazarene University, 1989.
J. DUSTEEN KNOTTS, Associate Professor of Education, 2006-
BS, University of Evansville, 1979; MS, Murray State University, 1994; PhD, Southern Illinois University, 1997.
KAREN A. LEA, Professor of Education, 2006-
BA, Northwest Nazarene University, 1984; MA, U.S. International University 1990; PhD, Walden University, 1999.
D. RICHARD MOORE, Professor of Education, 1991-
BS, Austin Peay State University, 1972; MA, University of North Alabama, 1984; EdD, Tennessee State University, 1987; JD, Kensington University, 2003.
ALICE E. PATTERSON, Coordinator, Dissertations and Off-site Graduate Education Locations; Associate Professor of Education, 1998-
BS, George Peabody College of Vanderbilt University, 1977; MEd, Vanderbilt University, 1985; EdD, Vanderbilt University, 1992.
ELIZABETH J. PURTEE, Assistant Professor of Library and Information Science, 1992-
BS, Olivet Nazarene University, 1990; MLS, Florida State University, 1991.
RUTH REYNARD, Director, Instructional Technology and Faculty Development; Associate Professor of Education and Instructional Technology, 2000-
BA, Queen's University, 1982; MEd, Ontario Institute for Studies in Education/University of Toronto, 1996; PhD, Ontario Institute for Studies in Education/University of Toronto, 2001.
STELLA H. SIMPSON, Director, Post Baccalaureate Program; Associate Professor of Education, 2002-
BA, Tennessee State University, 1965; MA, Tennessee State University, 1968; EdD, Tennessee State University, 1997.
PRISCILLA M. SPEER, Assistant Professor of Library and Information Science, 1978-
BA, Trevecca Nazarene University, 1978; MLS, George Peabody College of Vanderbilt University, 1979.
E. RAY THRASHER, Assistant Professor of Library and Information Science, 1965-
BA, Trevecca Nazarene University, 1964; MLS, George Peabody College of Vanderbilt University, 1968.
DONNA G. YOUREE, Associate Professor of Education, 2004-
BS, University of Missouri, 1968; MEd, Middle Tennessee State University, 1985; EdD, Tennessee State University, 1998.
The School of Education General Information
The School of Education includes Associate degrees in Child Care and Paraprofessional Training, undergraduate Teacher Education Programs, Post Baccalaureate, Graduate Library and Information Science Program, Graduate Studies in Education, and Doctorate of Education. Programs which lead to licensure include the grade levels K-6, K-8*, K-12 and 7-12, as well as the Post Baccalaureate and Master's degrees in Education, Library and Information Science, and School Administration. Graduate programs are described in the Graduate Education Catalog. The purpose of the programs is to produce educational practitioners who have foundational skills, knowledge, abilities, and dispositions based on established and current research and sound professional practice.
Mission Statement
The School of Education embraces its mission to model competence, compassion, and character so that our students emulate these qualities in service and leadership.
Conceptual Framework
Being, Knowing, and Doing-Educators: Shaping the Future. The underlying structure of the conceptual framework for the School of Education informs and frames the entire unit.
Knowing
Understands Content
Understands Intellectual, Social, and Personal Development
Understands Diversity
Doing
Designs Instructional Strategies
Manages and Motivates
Communicates and Collaborates
Plans and Integrates
Evaluates
Being
Reflects on Practice
Participates in the Professional Community
Pursues Spiritual Development
Inherent in Trevecca's heritage, mission, and program is the assumption that because of who we are (Being), we seek to learn (Knowing), and to teach (Doing).
Department of Teacher Education
Teacher Education administers undergraduate programs designed for the preparation of teachers. Persons may seek a BS in Child Development and Learning (Grades K-8*) or a BS in Elementary Education (Grades K-6), and a BA or BS in secondary subject area(s) licensure (English, Speech, Theatre, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Music, Physical Education, Special Education, Business Education, and History).
The BA or BS in Education is designed for the preparation of teachers. Students who specialize in Elementary Education will be eligible to apply for licensure to teach grades K-6 or K-8*. Students who major in English, Speech Communication, Biology, Chemistry, History, Business, Physics, Special Education, or Mathematics will have that specialization noted on their transcript and will be eligible to apply for licensure to teach grades 7-12. Students who major in Music, Theatre, Special Education, or Physical Education will have that specialization noted on their transcript and will be eligible to apply for licensure to teach grades K-12.
Teacher Education may also administer a BA or BS non-teaching degree in Education. An Associate of Science degree in Child Care and minors in Elementary Grades Education (non-licensure), and Secondary Education (non-licensure) are offered.
Teacher Education collaborates with other departments on campus to offer an integrated program and provides the professional education component for prospective teachers.
*K-8 will no longer be offered for licensure after August 2007. Students who fail to complete the program by August 2007 will be required to meet the criteria for Elementary Education, Grades K-6.
Goals
The goal of Teacher Education is to assist the student in the preparation for becoming an effective classroom teacher by:
- proffering a rigorous academic program of studies for each area of specialization.
- constructing opportunities for holistic development: cognitive, psychomotor, social, affective, and spiritual.
- designing opportunities to continue to develop Christian character and ideals.
- encouraging the setting of high academic, pedagogic and moral standards.
- promoting opportunities for service to the community through being positive role models.
- maximizing educational experiences in preparation to better serve in a technological and global society.
- affording opportunities for field experiences in multiple, diverse settings early in and throughout the four-year program.
- establishing close interaction with faculty through
small class sizes and low faculty/student ratios
(approximately 1:16).
- immersing classroom experiences in state-of-the-art technology and practical applications.
- advocating ongoing professional growth through a
student chapter of ASCD.
Trevecca Nazarene University reported a pass rate of 100% on the 2003-2004 cohort for Title II Institutional Reporting.
Child Care AS
This curriculum is designed to prepare a student for a career as a child care administrator or worker in a child care center. Field experiences include observation and participation in pre-school settings. Child Care lesson planning, implementation and evaluation, classroom management, and administration are included in the field experiences. A semester-long Clinical Experience is the culminating requirement of the Child Care Program. A screening committee composed of TNU faculty interviews candidates before admission to Clinical Experience in Child Care. Candidates must meet all other University requirements for graduation with an AS degree. Knowledge of child development and behavior as well as the refinement of skills in working with children are basic to the program.
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General Education Core |
37 hours |
Foundations Tier - 14 hours |
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ENG |
1020 |
English Composition |
(3) |
ENG |
1080 |
Critical Reading, Writing, and Thinking |
(3) |
COM |
1010 |
Speech Communications |
(3) |
Mathematics - 3 hours |
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MAT |
1040 |
Concepts of Mathematics |
(3) |
Computer Literacy - 2 hours |
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EDU |
2100 |
Technology for Education Majors |
(2) |
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Human Sciences Tier - 6 hours |
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Institutional: |
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SOC |
2500 |
Family and Society |
(3) |
Behavioral: |
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PSY |
2010 |
General Psychology |
(3) |
Natural Sciences Tier - 3 hours |
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SCI |
1500 |
Life Science |
(3) |
Contexts Tier - 6 hours |
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REL |
2000 |
Introduction to Biblical Faith |
(3) |
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REL |
3000 |
Christian Tradition |
(3) |
General Elective |
(2) |
Also Required for This Major - 6 hours |
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EDU |
3300 |
Teaching English Language Learners |
(3) |
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PSY |
3411 |
Introduction to the Exceptional Learner |
(3) |
Child Care Major |
23 hours |
COM |
2350 |
Creative Drama |
(3) |
EDU |
1010 |
Foundations Practicum in Education* |
(1) |
EDU |
1500 |
Foundations of Education* |
(3) |
EDU |
2600 |
Learning and Cognition |
(3) |
EDU |
3600 |
Language and Literacy |
(3) |
EDU |
4020 |
Child Care Administration and Community Relations** |
(3) |
EDU |
4075 |
Clinical Experience in Child Care*** |
(4) |
ENG |
3750 |
Children's Literature |
(3) |
Total |
60 hours |
*EDU 1500 and EDU 1010 must be taken concurrently.
**Requires screening
***Requires permission
Paraprofessional Training AS
This curriculum is designed to prepare a student for a career as a paraprofessional in the K-6 classroom. Field experiences include observation and participation in a K-6 public school setting. Lesson planning and classroom management are included in the field experiences. A semester-long field experience is the culminating requirement of the Paraprofessional Program. A screening committee composed of TNU faculty interviews candidates before admission to the field experience. Candidates must meet all other University requirements for graduation with an AS degree. Knowledge of child development and behavior as well as the refinement of skills in working with children are basic to the program.
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General Education Core |
37 hours |
Foundations Tier - 14 hours |
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ENG |
1020 |
English Composition |
(3) |
ENG |
1080 |
Critical Reading, Writing, and Thinking |
(3) |
COM |
1010 |
Speech Communications |
(3) |
Mathematics - 3 hours |
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MAT |
1040 |
Concepts of Mathematics |
(3) |
Computer Literacy - 2 hours |
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EDU |
2100 |
Technology for Education Majors |
(2) |
Human Sciences Tier - 6 hours |
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Institutional: |
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HIS |
1400 |
World Civilization I |
(3) |
Behavioral: |
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PSY |
2010 |
General Psychology |
(3) |
Natural Sciences Tier - 3 hours |
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SCI |
1500 |
Life Science |
(3) |
Contexts Tier - 6 hours |
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REL |
2000 |
Introduction to Biblical Faith |
(3) |
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REL |
3000 |
Christian Tradition |
(3) |
General Electives |
(2) |
Also Required for This Major - 6 hours |
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PSY |
3411 |
Introduction to the Exceptional Learner |
(3) |
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EDU |
3300 |
Teaching English Language Learners |
(3) |
Paraprofessional Major |
23 hours |
EDU |
1010 |
Foundations Practicum in Education* |
(1) |
EDU |
1500 |
Foundations of Education* |
(3) |
EDU |
2600 |
Learning and Cognition |
(3) |
EDU |
3400 |
Curriculum and Instruction in Grades K-6** |
(3) |
EDU |
2556 |
Methods for Effective Classroom Climates |
(3) |
EDU |
2015 |
Paraprofessional Field Experience*** |
(4) |
EDU |
4125 |
Reading and Writing Grades K-6** |
(4) |
ENG |
3750 |
Children's Literature |
(3) |
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CPR and First Aid Certification |
(0) |
Total |
60 hours |
*EDU 1500 and EDU 1010 must be taken concurrently.
**Has classroom field experience component
***Requires screening and permission
Education BA or BS (non-licensure)
This degree is for persons who are not seeking licensure but wish to complete a non-teaching degree in elementary or secondary education.
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General Education Core |
60 hours |
Major: Choose one from the following list: |
36 hours |
Child Development and Learning (K-8*) |
Elementary Education (K-6) |
English (7-12) |
Speech Communication (7-12) |
Theatre (K-12) |
Business (7-12) |
Special Education (K-12) |
History (7-12) |
Chemistry (7-12) |
Biology (7-12) |
Mathematics (7-12) |
Physics (7-12) |
Music (K-12) |
Physical Education (K-12) |
Appropriate Minor (listed below) |
24 hours |
Total |
Minimum of 120 hours |
*K-8 will no longer be offered for licensure after August 2007. Students who fail to complete the program by August 2007 will be required to meet the criteria for Elementary Education, Grades K-6.
Education (non-licensure) Minors
The following minors may be used with any major or for a person seeking a non-licensure degree in education.
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Early Grades Education Minors
(non-licensure) |
24 hours |
This minor is for persons who are not seeking licensure and have selected a non-licensure major of Child Development and Learning or Elementary Education. |
EDU |
3310 |
Social Studies and Humanities Grades K-6 |
(3) |
EDU |
3400 |
Curriculum and Instruction in Early Grades |
(3) |
EDU |
3455 |
Math Methods for K-6 Teachers |
(3) |
EDU |
3465 |
Science Methods for K-6 Teachers |
(3) |
EDU |
4130 |
Reading and Writing Grades K-6 |
(3) |
This minor is for persons who are not seeking licensure and do not have a major of Child Development and Learning. |
ALH |
2100 |
Public School Health (3) |
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EDU |
1500 |
Foundations of Education (3) |
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EDU |
2556 |
Methods for Effective Classroom Climates (3) |
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EDU |
2600 |
Learning and Cognition (3) |
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EDU |
2700 |
Instructional Methods (3) |
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EDU |
3300 |
Teaching English Language Learners (3) |
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EDU |
3600 |
Language and Literacy (3) |
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PSY |
3411 |
Introduction to the Exceptional Learner (3) |
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Middle School Education Minor
(non-licensure) |
24 hours |
This minor is for persons who are not seeking licensure. |
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ALH |
2100 |
Public School Health |
(3) |
EDU |
1500 |
Foundations of Education |
(3) |
EDU |
2556 |
Methods for Effective Classroom Climates |
(3) |
EDU |
2600 |
Learning and Cognition |
(3) |
EDU |
2700 |
Instructional Methods |
(3) |
EDU |
3300 |
Teaching English Language Learners |
(3) |
EDU |
3600 |
Language and Literacy |
(3) |
PSY |
3411 |
Introduction to the Exceptional Learner |
(3) |
Secondary Education Minor
(non-licensure) |
24 hours |
This minor is for persons who are not seeking licensure. |
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ALH |
2100 |
Public School Health |
(3) |
EDU |
1500 |
Foundations of Education |
(3) |
EDU |
2556 |
Methods for Effective Classroom Climates |
(3) |
EDU |
2600 |
Learning and Cognition |
(3) |
EDU |
2700 |
Instructional Methods |
(3) |
EDU |
3300 |
Teaching English Language Learners |
(3) |
PSY |
3411 |
Introduction to the Exceptional Learner |
(3) |
SOC |
2500 |
Family in Society |
(3) |
Teacher Education Program (licensure)
The goal of Trevecca's Teacher Education Program is the preparation of quality classroom teachers. The program is based on the conceptual framework of Knowing, Doing, Being.
A collaborative partnership with the schools and community provides students with real-life applications of the academic, pedagogic and developmental experiences.
Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the Teacher Education Program will:
- (Knowing) Evidence basic writing, grammar, reading, computational, and technological skills.
- (Knowing) Demonstrate mastery of coursework in their major, minor, and general core.
- (Doing) Demonstrate the skills of an effective teacher.
- (Being) Develop professional awareness as evidenced through personal initiative and commitment to lifelong learning.
The Teacher Education Program employs the ten Interstate New Teacher Assessment Support Consortium's (INTASC) principles and one university specific principle to evaluate the four learning outcomes listed above. The number of the learning outcome to be evaluated is listed in parenthesis beside each means of evaluation:
Knowing
Principle #1: The teacher understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the disciplines(s) he or she teaches and can create learning experiences that make these aspects of subject matter meaningful for students.
Principle #2: The teacher understands how children learn and develop, and can provide learning opportunities that support their intellectual, social, and personal development.
Principle #3: The teacher understands how students differ in their approaches to learning and creates instructional opportunities that are adapted to diverse learners.
Doing
Principle #4: The teacher understands and uses a variety of instructional strategies to encourage students' development of critical thinking, problem solving, and performance skills.
Principle #5: The teacher uses an understanding of individual and group motivation and behavior to create a learning environment that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation.
Principle #6: The teacher uses knowledge of effective verbal, nonverbal, and media communication techniques to foster active inquiry, collaboration, and supportive interaction in the classroom.
Principle #7: The teacher plans instruction based upon knowledge of subject matter, students, the community, and curriculum goals.
Principle #8: The teacher understands and uses formal and informal assessment strategies to evaluate and ensure the continuous intellectual, social, and physical development of the learner.
Being
Principle #9: The teacher is a reflective practitioner who continually evaluates the effects of his/her choices and actions on others (students, parents, and other professionals in the learning community) and who actively seeks out opportunities to grow professionally.
Principle #10: The teacher fosters relationships with school colleagues, parents, and agencies in the larger community to support student's learning and well-being.
Principle #11: (Trevecca Specific) The professional Christian educator embraces ethical and moral values and is able to integrate Christian faith and learning in practice.
Program Design
Students can earn licensure recommendation from the University at the undergraduate level through two different programs.
- A bachelor's degree program which includes enhanced student teaching.
- A post baccalaureate program for undergraduate credit offering initial licensure, add-on endorsement, or license renewal. Individuals seeking or holding a teaching permit, or an alternative teaching license, may complete course requirements through the post baccalaureate program.
Licensure Areas
The Teacher Education Program at Trevecca offers licensure in the following areas of study:
UNDERGRADUATE AND POST BACCALAUREATE
- Biology Education (7-12)-BIED
- Chemistry Education (7-12)-CHED
- Child Development and Learning (K-8)-ECED*
- Elementary Education (K-6)--ELED
- English Education (7-12)-ENED
- Speech Communication Education (7-12)--SCED
- Theatre Education (K-12)--THED
- Mathematics Education (7-12)-MAED
- Business Education (7-12)-BUED
- Physics Education (7-12)-PHED
- Special Education (K-12)-SED
- Music Education-MUED
-Instrumental (7-12)
-Vocal (K-12)
- PE Education (K-12)-PEED
-Health Education (K-12)
- History Education (7-12)
-Economics-HIED
-Government-HGED
*K-8 will no longer be offered for licensure after August 2007. Students who fail to complete the program by August 2007 will be required to meet the criteria for Elementary Education, Grades K-6.
The Graduate Education Programs* at Trevecca offer licensure in the following areas of study:
GRADUATE*
- Master of Arts in Teaching K-6
- Master of Arts in Teaching 7-12**
- Master of Education in Educational Leadership
- Master of Education in English Language Learners
- Master of Education in Reading
- Master of Library and Information Science
Non-licensure graduate programs include Master of Education in Instructional Effectiveness (Curriculum and Instruction), and Master of Education in Instructional Technology.
*See Graduate Education Catalog supplement for specific information.
**Applicant must have at least a bachelor degree in one of the following subject areas: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, English, Physics, Business, Special Education, Speech Communication, Theatre, History
The guidelines listed under all Education Programs do not constitute a contract between a Trevecca student and the University. The sole purpose is to provide regulations, course listings and degree programs which are in effect at the time of publication. Because of recent or pending changes in state and/or national requirements, Trevecca reserves the right to add, modify, or withdraw courses at any time., Music, or Physical Education.
Admission to the Teacher Education Program
Admission to the University does not constitute admission to the Teacher Education Program. Application for admission to the program should be submitted within three semesters of declaring an education major or in the first semester of study for transfer and post baccalaureate students who have taken EDU 1500 equivalent based upon an official transcript analysis. The application process is facilitated through Foundations of Education (EDU 1500). All students must complete a background check through metro schools in their EDU 1500 course or upon starting any education courses. The cost of the background check will be determined by metro schools.Transfer and post-baccalaureate students for K-6 and K-8* licensure must take at least twelve (12) semester hours in the Education Major and/or the Professional Core at Trevecca. Transfer and post-baccalaureate students for secondary subject area licensure must take EDU 3510, Teaching Reading and Writing in the Content Areas**, the methods course in their major, and at least six (6) additional semester hours in the subject Major and Education Professional Core at Trevecca. All transfer and post-baccalaureate students must submit verification of acceptable ACT/SAT scores to the School of Education Office during the first semester at TNU. If no scores are available, the student must complete the PPST with passing scores. All students who are seeking licensure as teachers must be admitted to the Teacher Education Program before taking courses in the professional core.
*K-8 will no longer be offered for licensure after August 2007. Students who fail to complete the program by August 2007 will be required to meet the criteria for Elementary Education, Grades K-6.
**Music Education majors substitute MUS 4170 Methods and Materials of Music Education for EDU 3510 and EDU 4230.
Requirements for Admission to Teacher Education
- Submit a completed Application for Admission to Teacher Education.
- Demonstrate competence (grade of C or better) in:
- English (ENG 1020, ENG 1080)
- Speech (COM 1010)
- Foundations of Education (EDU 1500) and
- Foundations Practicum (EDU 1010)
- Handwriting (legibility as determined through WOD)
- Writing on Demand Activity (completed in EDU 1500)
- Foundations "7 Habits" Seminar.
- Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or better.
- Submit acceptable scores on the PPST (Pre Professional Skills Test). Exemption from this state-required test is possible with an ACT score of 22 or better or SAT score of 1020 or better.
- Submit 3 recommendations from TNU faculty.
- Pass screening interview.
Specific requirements and procedures are described in the Teacher Education Handbook.
Due Process
Students who have questions concerning action taken by the Teacher Education Committee have the right to appeal through the established due process procedure. An appeal must be in writing and follow the protocol listed below. If a decision is not acceptable to the student at any point, the appeal may be made at the next level. All appeals originate with the Director of Teacher Education.
- Director of Teacher Education
- Dean of the School of Education
- Vice President for Academic Affairs
- An Appeals Committee of three persons including the Director of Teacher Education (or designee) who are appointed by the Vice President for Academic Affairs.
The decision of the Appeals Committee is final.
Admission to the Enhanced Student Teaching Program
All students in the initial licensure Teacher Education Program at Trevecca must complete a semester of enhanced student teaching which includes placements in two different school settings. This culminating experience is conducted in the public schools under the guidance of a classroom teacher and a Trevecca faculty supervisor. Enhanced Student Teaching provides an extended time for the pre-service teacher to identify strengths and weaknesses and develop an effective personal teaching style. Application and interviews for student teaching are conducted in the Spring term prior to the school year in which the student plans to student teach.
To be admitted to student teaching, the student must make application to the Teacher Education Office by January 15 of the year prior to the expected student teaching. Once the student's application is on file, an interview is scheduled with the Screening Committee. Following the interview, the student will be notified in writing of status (approval, conditional hold, or deferred). The interview will focus on the eleven major categories of skills and competencies for effective teachers. (This list is provided in the Teacher Education Handbook.) If there is evidence of weakness in any category which gives question to the candidate's ability to successfully complete the student teaching experience, then the candidate will be rescreened after a period of study.
The Teacher Education Committee approves the candidate based on the screening committee's recommendation. Candidates will be notified in writing of their approval for admission to Enhanced Student Teaching based on the following requirements:
- Previous admission to the Teacher Education Program.
- A cumulative GPA of 2.5 or better.
- Senior status, or the equivalent for post baccalaureate students, and completion of a minimum of half the total hours of the Professional Education Core including the basic methods courses in the areas of specialization in which student teaching is to be done.
- A minimum GPA of 2.8 in both the Professional Core and the Major area. Students must attain a C or better in all courses in the Major and the Professional Core (minor).
- Completion and submission of an application form including a photograph.
- Submission of acceptable scores on all the Praxis tests: Principles of Learning and Teaching and required specialty area tests as mandated by the Tennessee Board of Education.
- Interview with screening committee.
- Music Education majors must pass the Keyboard Proficiency Exam or complete Class Piano I-IV with an average of B- or higher.
- PE Education majors must meet the conditioning criteria of the Department of Human Performance.
Once approval of the student's application has been granted, the Coordinator of Field Placement or designee, in conjunction with school-based personnel, will arrange placements.
If difficulty arises during the student teaching experience which causes sufficient doubt as to satisfactory completion of student teaching, an assessment interview will be called. Such an interview could lead to: 1) removal from student teaching; or 2) an additional student teaching experience; or 3) a decision not to recommend the student for teaching licensure.
Teacher Licensure Procedures
Submit the following to the School of Education Office:
- Application for licensure should be completed at the exit interview (usually held at the close of student teaching). Failure to apply and or meet all licensure requirements within the one-year limit may affect the program completer's ability to obtain licensure without further study and/or testing.
- Institutional score reports of all required tests sent directly from Educational Testing Service.
- Official transcripts received from all institutions attended.
Non-licensure Degree
A student who for any reason has not met all admission and testing requirements, competencies, and skills for teacher licensure but has met all other University graduation requirements may receive a BA or BS non-licensure degree in education. Any student who desires to graduate non-licensure must apply with the director of teacher education and change his/her major in the Academic Records Office at least one semester prior to graduation.
Teacher Education Licensure Programs
All programs of study are in conformity with the regulations for licensure of teachers in the State of Tennessee.
Child Development and Learning: (Grades K-8*) Consists of a general education core, a major and minor (professional core). The program includes practica, field experiences, and an enhanced student teaching experience at two different schools. One student teaching placement will be in grades K-4 and the other in grades 5-8.
*K-8 will no longer be offered for licensure after August 2007. Students who fail to complete the program by August 2007 will be required to meet the criteria for Elementary Education, Grades K-6.
Elementary Education: (Grades K-6) Consists of a general education core, a major and minor (professional core). The program includes practica, field experiences, and an enhanced student teaching experience at two different schools. One student teaching placement will be in grades K-3 and the other in grades 4-6.
English: (Grades 7-12) Consists of a general education core, a major in the subject area and a minor in the professional core. The program includes practica and an enhanced student teaching experience at two different schools. One student teaching placement will be at the middle school level, grades 7-8, with the other at the senior high level, grades 9-12. Additional emphasis is on teaching approaches in reading and writing and on foreign language preparation. First year students are placed in an introductory foreign language course and must complete three semesters of language (SPA/FRE/GER 1000, 1500, 2000). Students may take the CLEP exam in the foreign language of choice.
Speech Communication: (Grades 7-12) Consists of a general education core, a major in the subject area and a minor in the professional core. The program includes practica and an enhanced student teaching experience at two different schools. One student teaching placement will be at the middle school level, grades 7-8, with the other at the senior high level, grades 9-12.
Theatre: (Grades K-12) Consists of a general education core, a major in the subject area and a minor in the professional core. The program includes practica and an enhanced student teaching experience at two different level schools.
Music: (Grades 7-12 Instrumental or Grades K-12 Vocal/General) Consists of a general education core, a music major core, a music performance minor and a professional education core. The program includes practica and an enhanced student teaching experience at two different schools. One student teaching placement will be at the K-6 level with the other one at the secondary level, grades 7-12 for vocal; middle school and high school for instrumental.
Physical Education: (Grades K-12) Consists of a general education core, a major in the subject area, and a minor in the professional core. The program includes practica and an enhanced student teaching experience at two different schools, at two different grade levels: K-4, 5-8, or 9-12.
Separate concentration in health may be added to the PE major for additional teaching licensure. This will include student teaching classroom experience in Health.
Biology: (Grades 7-12) Consists of a general education core, a major in the subject area, and a minor in the professional core. The program includes practica and an enhanced student teaching experience at two different schools. One student teaching placement will be at the middle school level, grades 7-8, with the other at the senior high level, grades 9-12.
Chemistry: (Grades 7-12) Consists of a general education core, a major in the subject area, and a minor in the professional core. The program includes field experiences which consist of practica and an enhanced student teaching experience at two different schools. One student teaching placement will be at the middle school level, grades 7-8, with the other at the senior high level, grades 9-12.
Mathematics: (Grades 7-12) Consists of a general education core, a major in the subject area, and a minor in the professional core. The program includes field experiences which consist of practica and an enhanced student teaching experience. One student teaching placement will be at the middle school level, grades 7-8, with the other at the senior high level, grades 9-12.
History: (Grades 7-12) Consists of a general education core, a major in the subject area with an additional emphasis in either economics or government, and a minor in the professional core. The program includes field experiences which consist of practica and an enhanced student teaching experience. One student teaching placement will be at the middle school level, grades 7-8, with the other at the senior high level, grades 9-12.
Physics: (Grades 7-12) Consists of a general education core, a major in the subject area, and a minor in the professional core. The program includes field experiences which consist of practica and an enhanced student teaching experience at two different schools. One student teaching placement will be at the middle school level, grades 7-8, with the other at the senior high level, grades 9-12.
Business: (Grades 7-12 ) Consists of a general education core, a major in the subject area, and a minor in the professional core. The program includes field experiences which consist of practica and an enhanced student teaching experience at two different schools. One student teaching placement will be at the middle school level, grades 7-8, with the other at the senior high level, grades 9-12.
Special Education: (Grades K-12) Consists of a general education core, a major in the subject area and a minor in the professional core. The program includes practica and an enhanced student teaching experience at two different level schools.
Elementary Education BS (K-6 Licensure)
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General Education Core |
60 hours |
Intercultural Literacy Completed in Major |
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Foundations Tier - 18 hours |
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ENG |
1020 |
English Composition |
(3) |
ENG |
1080 |
Critical Reading, Writing, and Thinking |
(3) |
COM |
1010 |
Speech Communication |
(3) |
Mathematics (Choose one) - 3 hours |
(3) |
MAT |
1040 |
Concepts of Mathematics |
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MAT |
1055 |
College Algebra |
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Computer Literacy - 2 hours |
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EDU |
2100 |
Technology for Educators |
(2) |
BUS |
2010 |
Financial Stewardship |
(2) |
Health and Fitness - 2 hours |
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HPE |
1000 |
Introduction to Health and Fitness |
(1) |
HPE |
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Activity elective |
(1) |
Human Sciences Tier - 9 hours |
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Institutional (Choose one): |
(3) |
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HIS |
2010 |
US History I |
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HIS |
2020 |
US History II |
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Behavioral: |
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PSY |
2010 |
General Psychology |
(3) |
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SOC |
2500 |
Family in Society |
(3) |
Natural Sciences Tier - 12 hours |
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SCI |
1500 |
Life Science |
(3) |
SCI |
1600 |
Physical Science |
(3) |
SCI |
2600 |
Issues in Science |
(3) |
GGY |
2050 |
Fundamentals of World Geography |
(3) |
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Contexts Tier - 21 hours |
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REL |
2000 |
Introduction to Biblical Faith |
(3) |
World Civilization (Choose one): |
(3) |
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HIS |
1400 |
World Civilization I |
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HIS |
1450 |
World Civilization II |
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ENG |
2000 |
World Literature |
(3) |
MUS |
1500 |
Fine Arts |
(3) |
PHL |
2010 |
Introduction to Philosophy |
(3) |
REL |
3000 |
Christian Tradition |
(3) |
REL |
4000 |
Christian Life and Ministry |
(3) |
Major |
36 hours |
ALH |
2100 |
Public School Health |
(3) |
EDU |
1010 |
Foundations Practicum* |
(1) |
EDU |
1500 |
Foundations of Education* |
(3) |
EDU |
2556 |
Methods for Effective Classroom Climates |
(3) |
EDU |
2565 |
Math for Elementary Educators |
(3) |
EDU |
2600 |
Learning and Cognition |
(3) |
EDU |
2700 |
Instructional Methods |
(3) |
EDU |
3300 |
Teaching English Language Learners |
(3) |
EDU |
3600 |
Language and Literacy |
(3) |
EDU |
4600 |
Student Teaching Seminar |
(3) |
ENG |
3750 |
Children's Literature |
(3) |
PSY |
3411 |
Introduction to the Exceptional Learner |
(3) |
PSY |
4020 |
Educational Tests and Measurements |
(2) |
Professional Elementary Education Minor |
24 hours |
EDU |
3310 |
Social Studies and Humanities Grades K-6 |
(3) |
EDU |
3400 |
Curriculum and Instruction in the Early Grades |
(3) |
EDU |
3455 |
Math Methods for K-6 Teachers |
(3) |
EDU |
3465 |
Science Methods for K-6 Teachers |
(3) |
EDU |
4130 |
Reading and Writing Grades K-6 |
(3) |
EDU |
4630 |
Opening of School Experience*** |
(0) |
EDU |
4650 |
Enhanced Student Teaching Elementary School** |
(9) |
Concurrent Courses |
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*EDU 1500 must be taken with EDU 1010
**EDU 4600 must be taken with EDU 4650
***EDU 4630 must be taken in the August immediately prior to student teaching
Child Development and Learning BS (K-8 Licensure)
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General Education Core |
60 hours |
Foundations Tier - 18 hours |
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ENG |
1020 |
English Composition |
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ENG |
1080 |
Critical Reading, Writing, and Thinking |
(3) |
COM |
1010 |
Speech Communication |
(3) |
Mathematics (Choose one) - 3 hours |
(3) |
MAT |
1040 |
Concepts of Mathematics |
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MAT |
1055 |
College Algebra |
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