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Bachelor of Science, Major in Teacher Education- Secondary Social Studies: Grades 8-12

Secondary Social Studies Education

Become an impactful educator of history and geography through our High School Social Studies Education Degree.

Degree: Bachelor of Arts 

Delivery: Face-to-Face

Time Required: 4 years

Secondary Education Program:

Our Secondary School education program will prepare you to teach in grades 6-12 in both public and private schools. Our experienced professors ensure our graduates are knowledgeable in both content and the art of teaching. Teacher Candidates begin clinical experience and onsite training their first semester on campus. The valuable time spent in local classrooms allow them to apply the knowledge and training they receive in our highly effective education courses. Graduates are employed immediately and continue to receive support from our faculty and staff after graduation. 

Admission to the Teacher Education Program

  1. Be admitted to Kentucky Christian University (Apply Here)
  2. Meet the following Teacher Education Program Requirements
    • Cumulative GPA 2.75
    • Meet minimum required scores on KSE Key Assessments
    • 200 Clinical Hours
    • Meet Dispositional Interview Requirements
    • Receive required scores on the Core Academic Skills or Educators of ACT Requirements
      • ACT Composite: 22 or ACT: Math 19  and Reading20  and English 18
      • Case Scores: Reading 150, Writing 158 and Math 144 w/ a GPA 3.0
    • Praxis Content and Pedagogical Exams

Required Course Listing

Total Program Hours: 120

College 101 or Intro to 网赌最好最大平台
Composition I or ENG 100
This course is designed to help students understand and develop their writing, reading, and thinking abilities through writing and the examination of any variety of texts, including literature, with emphasis on the writing process, and to prepare students to develop analytical, interpretive, and synthesizing abilities. Students in this course will also be introduced to library and Internet research methods. (Prerequisite: Regular Admit or one semester of ENG 100.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Composition II
English 102 builds on skills learned in English 101 by further leading students to analyze and write critically about any variety of texts, including literature, and to apply research skills toward the production of a research paper. (Prerequisite: a grade of C or higher in ENG 101.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Fundamentals of Speech
This course, accompanied by a lab, equips students with the fundamentals of skillful oral delivery. Students learn to prepare and present short informative and persuasive speeches. The selection and organization of material, methods of securing interest and attention, and elements of delivery are emphasized. Offered every semester. (Minimum grade “C”)
History Elective: World History I
A survey of world history from the beginning of civilization to 1650. It includes an introduction to the origins and early development of individual civilizations. Stresses interdependency and interrelations among cultures, and compares social, political, and religious movements. Offered every fall.
Humanities Elective
Introduction to New Testament
An introduction to the New Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the NT. (Prerequisite: BOT 110.) Required during the second semester of enrollment at 网赌最好最大平台.
Introduction to Old Testament
An introduction to the Old Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the OT.
Math Elective
(Minimum grade “C”)
Science Elective: Science and Society
This course focuses upon basic scientific principles and their application to selected topics of current interest. As a consumer and a citizen, the student will be prepared with a body of knowledge which can be used to evaluate societal issues which are the consequence of human actions and technology. Offered every spring.
Social Science: Microeconomics
A study of microeconomic principles, such as applications to the firm, concepts of demand, supply, pricing, and resource allocation under various competitive conditions. Also, the subject of international trade will be examined. (Offered Every Fall.) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Acts
A study of the Book of Acts in the context of its historical and cultural framework. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
BNT, BOT, BTH, CML, CMM, CMP, CMY, or IST Elective
BNT, BOT, BTH, CML, CMM, CMP, CMY, or IST Elective
Christ and Culture
This is a capstone course that will pull together learning from previous courses in Bible, theology, philosophy, and literature. It will explore the relationship of worldview and culture formation, noting how other worldviews stand in comparison/contrast/tension with the Christian worldview. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
Christian Heritage
An introduction to the basics of the Christian faith, its history, and its doctrine. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
Elective
Introduction to New Testament
An introduction to the New Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the NT. (Prerequisite: BOT 110.) Required during the second semester of enrollment at 网赌最好最大平台.
Introduction to Old Testament
An introduction to the Old Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the OT.
Behavior Management
Techniques of behavioral management of exceptional students in special education settings. Applied behavior analysis and interventions are discussed with research based implementary guides (Offered Spring Even Semesters)
Classroom Management
This course is designed to introduce the student to strategies for effectively planning classroom activities, managing various types of classroom behaviors, and developing instructional techniques for guiding students’ learning. Activities and readings will emphasize the relationship between classroom environment and student behavior. Special speakers will give students real classroom techniques. Offered every spring. (Prerequisite: EDF 214.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Developmental Psychology
The study of life span human development, with special concern for the genetic and environmental factors which influence the mental, emotional, and moral development of a person. Each of the following stages of lifespan development are included in this study: prenatal development and birth, infancy, early childhood, middle and late childhood, adolescence, early adulthood, middle adulthood, late adulthood, and death and dying. (Minimum grade “C”)
Diversity in the Classroom
This course deals with different areas of diversity in the classroom that may hinder the student’s social and educational development. These areas of diversity include ESL/ELL, socio-economic, and cognitive ability. The goal of this course is to provide future teachers with a thorough understanding of the concept of culture and cultural diversity, and how this influences the educational setting. Students will be able to create a positive classroom environment for a diverse class that applies student-centered approaches, supports high student achievement, develops motivation, and encourages critical thinking. (Minimum grade “C”)
Educational Technology
This course introduces students to technology and media available for use in educational settings. The course provides opportunities for analysis, understanding suitable material usage, and development of productions skills for a variety of media formats. Students will develop an understanding of how media and technology serve purposes in the education of students. Offered every fall. (Minimum grade “C”)
Exceptional Children
This course surveys the characteristics and the social, emotional, and educational adjustment of individuals with special needs. The course reviews legislation and current trends, with an emphasis on integration and full inclusion of individuals with disabilities in educational settings and in the community. It introduces principles of instruction and the development of strategies for the generation of Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs) AND Gifted Students Service Plans (GSSPs). It includes a limited practicum experience in a special education setting. Offered every spring. (Corequisite: EDF 224.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Introduction to Education
This course introduces students to the broad field of education as well as Kentucky Christian University’s Teacher Education model, The Teacher: Empowered to Empower, and dispositions needed for success as a teacher. Transfer from another college or university will be with permission from the Keeran School of Education. Offered every semester. (Minimum grade “C”)
Junior Practicum
This course provides pre-service teachers with practical experience in instructional and classroom management strategies in the secondary school setting. The practicum and the workshop/seminars held on campus are designed to extend individual knowledge and skills beyond the earlier role as observer and aid in preparation for student teaching. Junior Practicum students are assigned placements in local secondary schools by the Coordinator of Clinical and Field Experiences. Hours of classroom participation are required for Junior Practicum I. Participation hours in required diversity field trips can count toward hours required for this practicum. Offered every fall. (Prerequisite: admission to the teacher education program and successful completion of EDF 223 and EDF 224. Corequisite: EDF 320.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Learning Theories & Assessment
This course examines classical and current educational theories that impact instruction from a research-based approach. Authentic assessments in the P-12 curriculum are studied and developed along with Keeran School of Education lesson plans. Students will develop an understanding of how to create assessments that both inform instruction and evaluate student knowledge. Offered every spring. (Corequisite EDF 210) (Minimum grade “C”)
Literacy Across the Content
The first part of a two-semester course sequence examines all aspects of teaching and learning in the American high school. The course examines curriculum, instructional design and assessment, the teaching-learning process and literacy (reading, writing, speaking and listening) as they pertain to the secondary student and school. It also addresses the importance of reflection and refinement in the teaching-learning process, professional development, and leadership in the role of the secondary teacher. Students implement the strategies they learn in the class through field experiences in the high school setting. Offered every fall. (Prerequisites: Admission to the teacher education program and successful completion of EDF 223 and EDF 224. Corequisite: EDF 323.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Methods for Secondary Education
This course is a continuation of EDF 320, which addresses the secondary school themes of instructional design and assessment as well as literacy (primarily writing). Offered every spring. (Prerequisites: admission to the teacher education program, successful completion of EDF 223, EDF 224, as well as passing EDF 320 with no less than a C-. Corequisite: EDF 324.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Sophomore Practicum
All teacher education majors will complete hours of observation in school classrooms during the fall semester of their sophomore year. These observations will be completed in a local field placement assigned by the Coordinator of Clinical and Field Experience or during a required diversity field trip conducted by the Keeran School of Education. Students enrolled in this course are also required to attend on-campus class sessions related to teaching and learning and the development of an application notebook. Offered every fall. (Corequisite: EDF 214.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Student Teaching
Supervised student teaching in a public school for a minimum of fourteen weeks will provide a variety of experiences to prepare pre-service teachers for their role in the school and the community. Included will be involvement with young people in the learning process, experiences with records necessary in the overall management of a classroom, and contact with other teaching professionals. Seminars will be offered on campus addressing the specific needs of beginning teachers. (Prerequisite: Admissions to teacher education program and completions of all requirements for student teaching). (Minimum grade “C”)
20th Century History Elective
This course focuses on development of the United States during the Gilded Age and the Progressive Era. (Prerequisite: HIS 1__ or permission of the instructor.) (Minimum grade “C”)
American History Elective
(Minimum grade “C”)
American State and Local Government or American Civics
HIS 215 or HIS 220 (Minimum grade “C”)
Historical Methods
This course is the study and practice of the concepts and techniques of historical research; use of bibliographical guides; evaluation and interpretation of evidence; preparation of the research paper. Special emphasis will be placed upon how Christians should approach historical scholarship and methods. (Minimum grade “C”)
Intro to Historical Geography
An examination of the importance of geography in historical studies. This course will examine the use of maps, demographics, climate, processes, human and environmental factors to interpret the past in World regions and North America. (Same as GEO 220. Prerequisite: His 1__.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Macroeconomics
A study of macroeconomics principles, such as national income, production, employment, the money and banking system, and the modern theory of national income, economic growth, inflation, and the problems of economic stabilization are examined. (Offered Every Spring.) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Modern History Elective
(Minimum grade “C”)
Non-Western/European History Elective
(Minimum grade “C”)
US History I
A survey course in United States history from the founding to 1877. Offered every fall. (Minimum grade “C”)
US History II
A continuation of HIS 111, from 1877 to the present. Offered every spring. (Minimum grade “C”)
World History II
A continuation of HIS 101 that surveys world history from 1650 to the present. Emphasis is placed on various nationalistic movements of the world, including the English, American, and French Revolutions; the rise of the new nations; scientific expansion; changes in religious sects; world conflicts; and status of the world at the present time. Offered every spring. (Minimum grade “C”)
Additional Course Notes

Concentrations:

  • Health Education
  • Physical Education
  • Learning and Behavior Disorders

Well Prepared

“Thank you so much, Dr. Brickey! I was well prepared, both educationally and most importantly, spiritually. I will forever remember this experience. I pray I can continue to make Yancey School of Nursing proud as I practice my career.”

Nephtalie Fleur, Class of 2022