Early Childhood Education
These tracks involve skills needed to teach in the primary and elementary school setting and/or those needed for PreK-3 licensure. They prepare candidates with an overview of language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies, and for pre-K education, a special emphasis is put on understanding how culture affects children and their development. Â
Program Tracks:Â
Students can pursue undergraduate degrees in these two areas:Â
These tracks involve skills needed to teach in the primary and elementary school setting and/or those needed for PreK-3 licensure. They prepare candidates with an overview of language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies, and for pre-K education, a special emphasis is put on understanding how culture affects children and their development.
Travel/Global TripsÂ
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Academic/HonorsÂ
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ServiceÂ
Some courses within the major will require in-class service projects. |
CapstoneÂ
The Capstone course is designed to help graduating students integrate their faith with the academic knowledge they have gained throughout their studies. It is regarded as the final reflection of the essential Core Values of Lee University. |
Home/LocationÂ
Students will spend most of their time in the Helen DeVos College of Education and in local schools. |
Internships/PracticumÂ
Senior year requires clinical practice involving Methods and fulltime student teaching or internships. |
ResearchÂ
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Awards/HonorsÂ
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There are a variety of scholarships available to Education majors:Â |
This program is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for achieving success after graduation. Here are the career paths often pursued by graduates in these programs.
- Preschool Teacher
- Childcare Center Director
- Home-Based Service Provider
- Family Support Specialist
- Elementary School Teacher
- Teaching Abroad
- Non-governmental Agency (Education)
- Missions