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 You probably haven’t heard their
names, but the work they do makes them today’s true heroes.
They are teachers - the men and women who encourage, enlighten,
and
inspire
their
young
charges every day; who find the idea of “making a difference” irresistible;
who refuse to yield to apathy and indifference.
Want to join their ranks as a middle
or high school teacher?
Read on...
Secondary Certification Programs
A Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Science
degree are offered in the major discipline approved for the secondary education
student.
The
professional
education component consists of knowledge and performance skills demonstrated
in the areas of foundations, curriculum, media, methods and strategies,
evaluation, and teaching. Knowledge of and competency in theoretical foundations
will be demonstrated through directed field experiences in area middle
and high schools.
The general education component includes study
in areas of humanities, social sciences, science, mathematics, and human performance
and
exercise science.
Note: Certificates are granted by the Alabama Department of Education, not
the University of Mobile.
Areas Approved
Areas approved for secondary certification:
• Biology
• History
• Mathematics
• English Language Arts
• Social Sciences (6-12)
Students should refer to the major discipline
sections of the
catalog for
specific information about courses from each secondary area and consult content
area advisers.
Students completing undergraduate certification
programs in education must complete a comprehensive exit examination during
the student
teaching semester.
Course Requirements
The following courses are required for all secondary areas regardless
of the major:
• TE 201 Foundations of Education
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TE 301 Human Growth & Development
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TE 304 Exceptional Child & Youth
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TE 306 Principles & Ethics of Teaching
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TE 405 Education & Technology
Students must be admitted into the Teacher Education
Program to take
these
additional required courses:
• TE 412 Classroom Management
• TE 417 Reading in the Content
Areas
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TE 421 Evaluation of Teaching & Learning
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TE 423 Student Teaching & Seminar
•
TE 470 (and either 471, 472, 473, or 474)
Note: Students interested in Music Education and HPES P-12 should consult
the catalog for specifics and faculty advisors in those areas.
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- Of the University of Mobile education students who want a job in
education in the public sector, 98% are employed.
Others pursue careers in the private sector.
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- Your UM experience in teacher education will be highly valued by
area principals. We often hear, “I will readily hire a teacher
from UM. I know they are a professional and they know how to teach!”
- You will immediately be certified “highly qualified” by
the Alabama Department of Education.
- You will be trained by caring professionals
who will go the “extra
mile” to help you.
- You will have a solid background in teaching
methods and strategies, and classroom management techniques.
- You will
be trained in a Christian environment and will be ready to accept the
challenge to...
Change the World, One Student at a Time!
For More Information,
contact the
School of Education
University of Mobile
251-442-2356
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