B.S.Ed. Secondary Education

Bachelor of Science in Education, Earth and Space Science Concentration

For specific course and program requirements, please consult:

• Sample 4-year course plan (doc)
• Current undergraduate catalog

The Earth and Space Science Education Program is designed to explore the relationships between the land, ocean, and atmosphere of Earth. These relationships include the cycles and systems that shape, influence, and sustain Earth and its inhabitants. Future Earth and Space Science educators will also explore the interactions between the Earth, the Sun, the Moon, and the rest of the solar system.

Completion of the Earth and Space Science Education Program prepares teacher candidates to make effective, proactive and reflective contributions to public education at the secondary level. Candidates will be facile with pedagogical research in educational psychology and literacy, as well as the content in their concentration. All candidates will demonstrate proficiency in understanding the organizational structure of public high schools, as well as special education issues as manifested in urban and rural settings.

This program provides knowledge of existing research and methods in planning and preparation, classroom environment, instructional delivery, professional conduct assessment, knowledge of diverse learners, pedagogy, and content-specific knowledge as well as the ability build upon this knowledge to adapt and differentiate materials, strategies, and procedures for a range of individuals and context

Bachelor of Science in Education, English Concentration

For specific course and program requirements, please consult:

• Sample 4-year course plan (doc)
• Current undergraduate catalog

The Bachelor of Science Program in English Education is designed to empower future educators with the study of language, literature, culture, and history. These educators will in turn impart their students with varying perspectives as they hone reading, writing, and comprehension skills.

Completion of the English Education Program prepares teacher candidates to make effective, proactive and reflective contributions to public education at the secondary level. Candidates will be facile with pedagogical research in educational psychology and literacy, as well as the content in their concentration. All candidates will demonstrate proficiency in understanding the organizational structure of public high schools, as well as special education issues as manifested in urban and rural settings.

This program provides knowledge of existing research and methods in planning and preparation, classroom environment, instructional delivery, professional conduct assessment, knowledge of diverse learners, pedagogy, and content-specific knowledge as well as the ability build upon this knowledge to adapt and differentiate materials, strategies, and procedures for a range of individuals and context

Bachelor of Science in Education, Mathematics Concentration

For specific course and program requirements, please consult:

• Sample 4-year course plan for students starting in even years (doc)
• Sample 4-year course plan for students starting in odd years (doc)
• Current undergraduate catalog

The Mathematics Education Program is designed to learn and promote transferable problem solving skills. Future Mathematics educators will develop creative ways to convey basic concepts such as counting, adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing to their students while instilling a passion for math and its usefulness.

Completion of the Mathematics Education Program prepares teacher candidates to make effective, proactive and reflective contributions to public education at the secondary level. Candidates will be facile with pedagogical research in educational psychology and literacy, as well as the content in their concentration. All candidates will demonstrate proficiency in understanding the organizational structure of public high schools, as well as special education issues as manifested in urban and rural settings.

This program provides knowledge of existing research and methods in planning and preparation, classroom environment, instructional delivery, professional conduct assessment, knowledge of diverse learners, pedagogy, and content-specific knowledge as well as the ability build upon this knowledge to adapt and differentiate materials, strategies, and procedures for a range of individuals and context

Bachelor of Science in Education, Social Studies/History Concentration

For specific course and program requirements, please consult:

• Sample 4-year course plan (doc)
• Current undergraduate catalog

The Social Studies/ History Education Program is designed for future educators to enable their students to participate in, understand, and make informed decisions about the world.

Completion of the Social Studies/ History Education Program prepares teacher candidates to make effective, proactive and reflective contributions to public education at the secondary level. Candidates will be facile with pedagogical research in educational psychology and literacy, as well as the content in their concentration. All candidates will demonstrate proficiency in understanding the organizational structure of public high schools, as well as special education issues as manifested in urban and rural settings.

This program provides knowledge of existing research and methods in planning and preparation, classroom environment, instructional delivery, professional conduct assessment, knowledge of diverse learners, pedagogy, and content-specific knowledge as well as the ability build upon this knowledge to adapt and differentiate materials, strategies, and procedures for a range of individuals and context

Student Organizations

Our education programs offer plenty of other exciting options for individual enrichment. Mansfield students have tutored children in reading, chaperoned dances for individuals with disabilities, presented their work at conferences, and coached Special Olympics events. These are just a few examples of the many different ways to get involved.

Student Council for Exceptional Children

The Mansfield Student Council for Exceptional Children is dedicated to meeting the needs of its members through:

• Advancing the professional and ethical growth of its members
• Fostering involvement of their membership
• Serving as an advocate for the purpose of enhancing the educational, professional, and life opportunities for individuals with exceptionalities.

It is the mission of the members of Mansfield's Student Council for Exception Children to advocate for individuals with disabilities both in and outside of our community. The members of CEC work to help build acceptance and understanding of exceptional individuals as well as help to integrate university students into activities with exceptional individuals in a fun and relaxed setting.

CEC works towards these goals by holding events in the community. Every semester we hold three dances and three craft nights for individuals with disabilities. We also participate in multiple community service activities and events including fundraising during Mansfield's Heritage Weekend and an autism activism week every April.

Below are links to Mansfield's CEC events and social media. Check us out!

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Student Pennsylvania State Education Association (SPSEA)

Mansfield's chapter of the Student Pennsylvania State Education Association (SPSEA) is a professional organization devoted to providing professional development and networking opportunities for aspiring educators. SPSEA serves to provide a supportive environment for preservice teachers to take part in:

• Professional development seminars and conferences at the local, state, and national level
• Campus and community events dedicated to positively impacting children and their education
• Outreach service opportunities to work with local schools and their teachers, students, and administrators.

Mansfield's chapter of SPSEA helps preservice teachers to develop a better understanding and appreciation for the education profession. SPSEA also works to promote professional ethics, standards, and attitudes, all while making a difference in our local schools.

Below are links to Mansfield's SPSEA events and social media. Check us out!

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Careers in Secondary Education

Our education programs feature a variety of opportunities to observe and participate in public school classrooms, including a semester-long Observation and Participation course and a semester-long student teaching experience with teaching placements at two different grade levels.

Each program leads to a Pennsylvania teaching certification. Many of our graduates take their first professional teaching positions in schools around the state. Others choose to teach elsewhere or go into a wide variety of other education-related fields.

As a career, teaching offers opportunities to earn additional areas of certification and to work with students in a wide range of extracurricular activities such as coaching, drama, video production, and journalism. Special education teachers may also choose to work with agencies and institutions serving individuals with disabilities.

For a listing of available jobs and internships in your field, visit the Career Center at Mansfield!

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