The School of Educational Innovation and Teacher Preparation offers a Bachelor of Arts in Education (BAE) degree in Elementary Education designed to prepare future teachers for 1-8 grade classrooms. This program is unique in its focus on field experiences, professional development, practical application of current theory and educational technologies. The curriculum directly aligns with Arizona's standards for teachers. Students apply what they are learning by participating in field internships each semester that are directly linked to course discussions and assignments.
During the first two years of the program, students explore education as a career field and gain experience in local community schools and agencies. During the final two years, students complete educational methodology courses and intensive field experiences/student teaching in daytime or evening cohorts at the Polytechnic campus or in evening district-based school partnerships. Course instructors have taught in a variety of Pre K-12 grade settings and augment class experiences with practical applications.
Daytime:
Courses are primarily held twice a week during the day and are taught at the Polytechnic campus and East Valley schools. Students will have a variety of field experiences in at least three different schools prior to student teaching. A typical schedule might be:
Classes: Monday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wednesday 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Field Experience: 5 hours a week, arranged
Evening:
Courses are held two evenings a week on campus or on-site in East Valley school districts, with occasional Saturday requirements. Courses typically begin one week ahead of the University calendar. Master teachers work with ASU's Polytechnic campus Education faculty to plan and deliver the courses. A typical schedule might be:
Classes: Tuesday 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Thursday 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm
2-3 Saturdays during the semester
Field Experience: 5 hours a week, arranged
For additional information or to set up a pre-admission advising appointment, contact the School at polytechniceducation@asu.edu or 480-727-1103.