Program Overview

Middle Childhood Generalist Social Studies (4-6) Endorsement Preparation - Non-Degree

Overview

The Middle Childhood Generalist Social Studies (4-6) Endorsement Preparation non-degree endorsement program prepares educators to teach grades 4-6 in the concentration areas that are listed on the license. Completion of the coursework is a prerequisite to being recommended by Kent State University for endorsement, which is granted by the Ohio Department of Education.

Admission Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Education degree Middle Childhood Education earned at Kent State University after 2004 or current students enrolled in the degree program
• Minimum 2.750 overall undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale
• Official transcript(s)
• Evidence of a valid Resident Educator or Professional Middle Childhood State of Ohio teaching license

Program Requirements

• Endorsement Requirements (min C/S grade required in all courses)
  • GEOG 17063: WORLD GEOGRAPHY (DIVG) (KSS) (3 credits)
  • GEOG 37010: GEOGRAPHY OF OHIO (3 credits)
  • or HIST 31061: HISTORY OF OHIO
  • MCED 41192: MIDDLE CHILDHOOD EDUCATION GENERALIST PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE (ELR) (1 credit)

Graduation Requirements

• Minimum Major GPA: 3.000
• Minimum Overall GPA: 3.000

Licensure Information

Prior to program completion, the candidate must demonstrate proficiencies in the following areas (including but not limited to): data literacy and analysis; use of research and assessment data; leadership and collaboration; utilizing and supporting appropriate technology for the discipline; and application of professional dispositions, laws and policies, codes of ethics and professional standards appropriate to their field of specialization.

Program Learning Outcomes

Completers of this program will be able to:

1. Successfully pass the Ohio Assessment Exam.
2. Demonstrate understanding of the content and pedagogy of required social studies courses.
3. Successfully plan and teach two social studies lessons using the College, Career and Civil Life (C3) framework.
4. Successfully plan and teach a unit plan in social studies.

Repeating Field Experience Courses in Teacher Education Programs

Teacher candidates are permitted to repeat a field experience course once (see major requirements for specific courses). If a teacher candidate is unsuccessful in completing OR fails to earn the required grade in a field experience course the first time, the teacher candidate will receive a warning and will be required to work with a faculty advisor in their academic unit to develop a plan for continuation.

Residence Requirement Policy for Non-Degree Teacher Education Licensure/Endorsement Preparation Programs

Non-degree licensure (initial and additional) and endorsement programs that are a total of 15 credits or above: Students must complete 60% of the coursework at Kent State University, including the course that addresses the CAEP A.1.1 Standard as designated by the program area.

Professional Licensure Disclosure

This program is designed to prepare students to sit for applicable licensure or certification in Ohio. If you plan to pursue licensure or certification in a state other than Ohio, please review state educational requirements for licensure or certification and contact information for state licensing boards at Kent State's website for professional licensure disclosure.