Objectives
Earn an education minor in as few as zero extra classes! See map here!
This minor in education is designed to help undergraduate students:
- Gain knowledge of educational history, theories, laws and policies.
- Become familiar with aspects of student development that may impact learning.
- Think critically about social justice issues in education.
- Learn differentiated instructional techniques and classroom management strategies for working with diverse learners.
Appropriate for undergraduate students who are interested in:
- Volunteering in public schools
- Teaching in private or nontraditional programs
- Working in other educational settings
- Children’s museums
- Youth service programs
- Training and professional development
- Coaching
Competencies, knowledge or skills to be achieved:
- Receive a strong foundational background in the field of education
- Have the opportunity to complete field experiences in local schools
- Coursework may also assist students in meeting prerequisites for graduate study in education
Structure of Minor
Required Courses (6 credit hours)
- EDUC 101: Education in Modern Society
- EDUC 202: Educational Psychology
Required course in student development (3 credit hours)
One of the following courses:
- EDUC 206: Adolescent Development
- EDUC 307: Child Development
Required courses in pedagogy (6 credit hours)
Two of the following courses:
- EDUC 301: Foundations in Literacy
- EDUC 306: Teaching Literacy and Language in the Content Areas
- EDUC 312: Teaching Students with Special Needs
- EDUC 330: Developing Leadership Skills through Peer Counseling
- EDUC 401: Methods and Materials of Middle and High School Teaching
- EDUC 409: Special Topics in Education
Total Credit Hours Required: 15, at least 9 of which must be completed at The Citadel
Bachelor’s Degree Ranking
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Contact the Zucker Family School of Education for more information.