Teaching

Program Outcomes
In addition to General Education Learning Outcomes(GEO), the Associate of Science in Education students are expected to satisfy the following program goals:

• Acquire a fundamental knowledge of scientific principles and modes of inquiry.
• Acquire and appropriately apply a fundamental understanding of child development, educational theory and practice, and learning strategies.
• Successfully pass the PRAXIS Core examination which is required for graduation and for initial teaching certification in the state of Arkansas.

Note: Graduates must have a final grade point average of 2.70 for their A.S. degree to be fully transferable.

Note: Students who score ACT composite of 24 or higher and 22 or higher on each individual section are exempt from taking the Praxis I exam.

General Education Outcomes (GEO) include:
GEO 1: Communicate effectively in standard, edited American English.

• Provide content that is clearly focused and supported by the writer’s understanding of the topic.
• Use appropriate grammar, punctuation, spelling, and syntax.
• Logically organize and develop ideas in writing.
• Provide an appropriate introduction and conclusion to verbal or written presentation.
• Provide main points that are well developed and clear.
• Use appropriate gestures, movement, and eye contact to give a poised and professional presentation.
• Speak clearly and understandably using standard, edited English.

GEO 2: Solve problems using mathematical skills appropriate to the task.

• Demonstrate ability to complete different mathematical tasks by using fundamental mathematical operations and principles.
• Perform and apply mathematical operations efficiently and effectively.
• Demonstrate understanding of mathematical tasks by communicating results in written form.
• Effectively use technology to help solve mathematical problems.

GEO 3: Develop work ethic skills relevant to the students’ future academic or professional careers.

• Demonstrate the ability to effectively work in a team.
• Demonstrate effective communication, cooperation, and organizational skills to complete all assigned tasks.
• Demonstrate dependable character and the ability to respect others regardless of personal or cultural differences.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and the ability to appropriately handle criticism.
• Demonstrate that consistent attendance and productivity are a priority.
• Maintain an appropriate appearance for academic and professional settings.

GEO 4: Use common computer applications to locate, communicate, process, and store information.

• Demonstrate basic computer and operating system skills.
• Perform core application tasks within computer software packages, such as Word, Power Point, and Excel.
• Use a search engine and/or electronic databases to access, navigate, and evaluate information on the Internet.
• Communicate effectively using email and/or online discussion forums.

GEO 5:  Employ critical thinking skills to identify and solve problems in preparation for future academic and professional success.

• Apply knowledge from course work to create solutions for detailed and complex challenges.
• Demonstrate the ability to acquire, evaluate, and apply knowledge to a specific task or project.
• Show good judgement of physical, written, or digital material in order to determine their relevance or effectiveness in a given setting.

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