Education
Learn more and view Curricula for each concentration and major provided by the Education Department below. Licensure program graduates receive a Bachelor of Arts degree from the Education Department.
Elementary Education
English
Humanities
Interdisciplinary Studies
Secondary Education
English
History
Interdisciplinary Studies with Curriculum and Instruction Concentration (Non-Licensure)
Early Childhood Education Licensure:
Interdisciplinary Studies with Early Childhood Education Concentration
This major is designed for students in the Early Childhood licensure program and is intended to provide knowledge in various content disciplines as well as understanding of develop mentally appropriate practices for teaching and learning in grades pre-kindergarten through 2.
Early Childhood Education Requirements
56 credits
| PSYC 221 | Developmental Psychology - Child | 3 |
| ED 110 | Teaching/Learning in American Schools | 4 |
| ED 206 | Early Literacy Teaching and Learning | 4 |
| ED 208 | Elementary Literacy Teaching and Learning | 4 |
| ED 211 | Special Needs Learners: Definitions, Characteristics, Modifications | 3 |
| ED 307 | Technology in Education | 3 |
| ED 312 | Teaching Science Concepts: PK - grade 2 | 3 |
| ED 326 | Teaching in Inclusive Classrooms: Birth - Grade 6 | 3 |
| ED 327 | Literacy Assessment and Instruction | 4 |
| ED 335 | Teaching Mathematical Concepts: PK - grade 2 | 4 |
| ED 417 | Classroom Field Experience/Pre-Practicum: Early Childhood | 3 |
| ED 420 | Social Studies, Multiculturalism, & Art for ECE AI(MC) | 3 |
| ED 421 | Curriculum Integration | 3 |
| ED 494 | Professional Standards & Ethics in Education AI(ME) | 3 |
| ED 496 | Practicum: PreK - 2 | 9 |
Major Requirements
24 credits
| MATH 105 | Topics in Mathematics AI(Q) | 3 |
|
SCI 103 or 104 |
Science for Educators AI(S) | 3 |
Choose one of the following three: AI(A)
| ENG 201 | English Literature: Selected Themes & Writers | 3 |
| ENG 218 | Representative Writers from Major Periods in British Literature | 3 |
| ENG 306 | British Novel | 3 |
Choose one of the following two:
| ENG 210 | Survey of American Literature | 3 |
| ENG 313 | American Multi-Ethnic Literature | 3 |
Choose one of the following two:
| ENG 312 | Literature of the Post Colonial World | 3 |
| ENG 340 | Themes in Classics of World Literature | 3 |
Choose one of the following two: AI(H)
| HIST 123 | American Civilization I | 3 |
| HIST 124 | American Civilization II | 3 |
Choose one of the following two:
| HIST 103 | World Civilization I | 3 |
| HIST 104 | World Civilization II | 3 |
Choose one approved course from ECON, ENV, POLS, or HIST
3 credits
Additional Requirements:
| ENG 208 | Development of the English Language | 3 |
| PSYC 101 | Introduction to Psychology AI(PS) | 3 |
| MATH 104** | Intermediate Algebra | 3 |
| MATH 107 | College Geometry | 3 |
| Lab Science Elective | 4 | |
Minimum Credits Required for Graduation - 120
General Education Core Requirements and remaining Unrestricted Electives*
24 credits
* Courses marked with an AI code fulfill Area of Inquiry requirements in the General Education Core.
** Students placing out of MATH 104 will take MATH 203, Precalculus.
Interdisciplinary Studies with Elementary Education Concentration
This major provides knowledge in several different disciplines. Students explore major genres of literature, topics in mathematics and science, and various periods in world and American history, as well as instructional strategies appropriate for elementary learners.
Elementary Education Requirements
55 credits
| PSYC 221 | Developmental Psychology - Child | 3 |
| ED 110 | Teaching/Learning in American Schools | 4 |
| ED 206 | Early Literacy Teaching and Learning | 4 |
| ED 208 | Elementary Literacy Teaching and Learning | 4 |
| ED 211 | Special Needs Learners: Definitions, Characteristics, Modifications | 3 |
| ED 307 | Technology in Education | 3 |
| ED 326 | Teaching in Inclusive Classrooms: Birth - Grade 6 | 3 |
| ED 327 | Literacy Assessment and Instruction | 4 |
| ED 328 | Teaching and Applying Mathematics: Grades 1-6 | 3 |
| ED 329 | Science Concepts and Curriculum: Grades 1-6 | 3 |
| ED 418 | Social Studies, Multiculturalism, & Art for Elementary Education AI(MC) | 3 |
| ED 419 | Classroom Field Experience/Pre-Practicum: Elementary | 3 |
| ED 421 | Curriculum Integration | 3 |
| ED 494 | Professional Standards & Ethics in Education AI(ME) | 3 |
| ED 498 | Practicum: Elementary | 9 |
Major Requirements
30 credits
| MATH 104** | Intermediate Algebra | 3 |
| MATH 105 | Topics in Mathematics AI(Q) | 3 |
| MATH 107 | College Geometry | 3 |
| SCI 103 or 104 | Science for Educators AI(S) | 3 |
Choose one of the following three: AI(A)
| ENG 201 | English Literature: Selected Themes & Writers | 3 |
| ENG 218 | Representative Writers from Major Periods in British Literature | 3 |
| ENG 306 | British Novel | 3 |
Choose one of the following two:
| ENG 210 | Survey of American Literature | 3 |
| ENG 313 | American Multi-Ethnic Literature | 3 |
Choose one of the following two:
| ENG 312 | Literature of the Post Colonial World | 3 |
| ENG 340 | Themes in Classics of World Literature | 3 |
Choose one of the following two: AI(H)
| HIST 123 | American Civilization I | 3 |
| HIST 124 | American Civilization II | 3 |
Choose one of the following two:
| HIST 103 | World Civilization I | 3 |
| HIST 104 | World Civilization II | 3 |
Choose one approved course from ECON, ENV, POLS, OR HIST
3 credits
Additional Requirements:
| ENG 208 | Development of the English Language | 3 |
| PSYC 101 | Introduction to Psychology AI(PS) | 3 |
| Lab Science Elective | 4 | |
Minimum Credits Required for Graduation - 120
General Education Core Requirements and remaining Unrestricted Electives*
25 credits
* Courses marked with an AI code fulfill Area of Inquiry requirements in the General Education Core.
** Students placing out of MATH 104 will take MATH 203, Precalculus.
English with Elementary Education Concentration
This major is designed specifically for elementary education students. Graduates develop effective instructional strategies and content knowledge in all areas of elementary curriculum while specializing in English language and literature.
Elementary Education Requirements
55 credits
| PSYC 221 | Developmental Psychology - Child | 3 |
| ED 110 | Teaching/Learning in American Schools | 4 |
| ED 206 | Early Literacy Teaching and Learning | 4 |
| ED 208 | Elementary Literacy Teaching and Learning | 4 |
| ED 211 | Special Needs Learners: Definitions, Characteristics, Modifications | 3 |
| ED 307 | Technology in Education | 3 |
| ED 326 | Teaching in Inclusive Classrooms: Birth - Grade 6 | 3 |
| ED 327 | Literacy Assessment and Instruction | 4 |
| ED 328 | Teaching and Applying Mathematics: Grades 1-6 | 3 |
| ED 329 | Science Concepts and Curriculum: Grades 1-6 | 3 |
| ED 418 | Social Studies, Multiculturalism, & Art for Elementary Education AI(MC) | 3 |
| ED 419 | Classroom Field Experience/Pre-Practicum: Elementary | 3 |
| ED 421 | Curriculum Integration | 3 |
| ED 494 | Professional Standards & Ethics in Education AI(ME) | 3 |
| ED 498 | Practicum: Elementary | 9 |
Major Requirements
30 credits
| ENG 208 | Development of the English Language | 3 |
| ENG 209 | Introduction to Literature AI(A) | 3 |
| ENG 210 | Survey of American Literature | 3 |
| ENG 218 | Representative Writers from Major Periods in British Literature | 3 |
| ENG 340 | Classics of World Literature: Themes and Authors | 3 |
| HUM 420 | Seminar in Humanities | 3 |
Choose one of following two:
| ENG 313 | American Multi-Ethnic Literatures | 3 |
| ENG 312 | Post-Colonial/Third World Literatures in English | 3 |
Choose two from the following list:
| ENG 211 | Modern Drama | 3 |
| ENG 217 | Contemporary Literature | 3 |
| ENG 221 | Lyric Poetry | 3 |
| ENG 224 | Film and Literature | 3 |
| ENG 225 | Short Story | 3 |
| ENG 304 | Stories of Origin: Sacred Texts, Mythology and Lore | 3 |
| ENG 306 | British Novel | 3 |
| ENG 312 | Post Colonial/Third World/World Literatures in English | 3 |
| ENG 313 | American Multi-Ethnic Literature | 3 |
| ENG 315 | The Mystery Novel: The History of Detective Fiction | 3 |
| English Elective (Select one additional English course) | 3 | |
Elementary Education Requirements
55 credits
| PSY 221 | Developmental Psychology — Child | 3 |
| ED 110 | Teaching/Learning in American Schools | 4 |
| ED 206 | Early Literacy Teaching and Learning | 4 |
| ED 208 | Elementary Literacy Teaching and Learning | 4 |
| ED 211 | Special Needs Learners: Definitions, Characteristics, Modifications | 3 |
| ED 307 | Technology in Education | 3 |
| ED 326 | Teaching in Inclusive Classrooms: Birth - Grade 6 | 3 |
| ED 327 | Literacy Assessment and Instruction | 4 |
| ED 328 | Teaching and Applying Mathematics: Grades 1-6 | 3 |
| ED 329 | Science Concepts and Curriculum: Grades 1-6 | 3 |
| ED 418 | Social Studies, Multiculturalism, & Art for Elementary Education AI(MC) | 3 |
| ED 419 | Classroom Field Experience/Pre-Practicum: Elementary | 3 |
| ED 421 | Curriculum Integration | 3 |
| ED 494 | Professional Standards & Ethics in Education AI(ME) | 3 |
| ED 498 | Practicum: Elementary | 9 |
Additional Requirements
| HIST 103 | World Civilization I AI(H) | 3 |
| HIST 123 | American Civilization I | 3 |
| MATH 104*** | Intermediate Algebra | 3 |
| MATH 105 | Topics in Mathematics AI(Q) | 3 |
| MATH 107 | College Geometry | 3 |
| PSYC 101 | Introduction to Psychology AI(PS) | 3 |
| SCI 103 or 104 | Science for Educators AI(S) | 3 |
| Choose one approved course from ECON, ENV, POLS, OR HIST | 3 | |
| Lab Science Elective | 4 | |
| Foreign Language * | 0-9 | |
Minimum Credits Required for Graduation - 120
General Education Core Requirements and remaining Unrestricted Electives**7 - 12 credits
** Courses marked with an AI code fulfill Area of Inquiry requirements in the General
*** Students placing out of MATH 104 will take MATH 203, Precalculus.
Humanities with Elementary Education Concentration
This major provides effective instructional strategies and content knowledge in all areas of elementary curriculum as well as coursework in a range of humanities disciplines.
Elementary Education Requirements
55 credits
| PSYC 221 | Developmental Psychology - Child | 3 |
| ED 110 | Teaching/Learning in American Schools | 4 |
| ED 206 | Early Literacy Teaching and Learning | 4 |
| ED 208 | Elementary Literacy Teaching and Learning | 4 |
| ED 211 | Special Needs Learners: Definitions, Characteristics, Modifications | 3 |
| ED 307 | Technology in Education | 3 |
| ED 326 | Teaching in Inclusive Classrooms: Birth - Grade 6 | 3 |
| ED 327 | Literacy Assessment and Instruction | 4 |
| ED 328 | Teaching and Applying Mathematics: Grades 1-6 | 3 |
| ED 329 | Science Concepts and Curriculum: Grades 1-6 | 3 |
| ED 418 | Social Studies, Multiculturalism, & Art for Elementary Education AI(MC) | 3 |
| ED 419 | Classroom Field Experience/Pre-Practicum: Elementary | 3 |
| ED 421 | Curriculum Integration | 3 |
| ED 494 | Professional Standards & Ethics in Education AI(ME) | 3 |
| ED 498 | Practicum: Elementary | 9 |
Major Requirements
39 credits
| ENG 312 | Literature of the Post Colonial World | 3 |
| HUM 420 | Seminar in Humanities | 3 |
| PHIL 101 | Introduction to Philosophy | 3 |
Choose one of the following two:
| ENG 210 | Survey of American Literature | |
| ENG 313 | American Multi-Ethnic Literature |
Choose one of the following three:
| ENG 201 | English Literature | 3 |
| ENG 218 | Representative Writers from Major Periods in British Literature | 3 |
| ENG 306 | British Novel | 3 |
Choose one of the following four: AI(A)
| ARTH 103 | Art History I | 3 |
| ARTH 104 | Art History II | 3 |
| MUS 101 | Music Appreciation I | 3 |
| MUS 102 | Music Appreciation II | 3 |
Choose two of the following four: AI(H)
| HIST 103 | World Civilization I | 3 |
| HIST 104 | World Civilization II | 3 |
| HIST 123 | American Civilization I | 3 |
| HIST 124 | American Civilization II | 3 |
Choose five additional courses from the following areas. (At least three different areas must be represented, and at least two courses (6 credits) must be at the 300 level):
15 credits
Communication
English
History
Music
Philosophy
Elementary Education Requirements:
55 credits
| PSY 221 | Developmental Psychology - Child | 3 |
| ED 110 | Teaching/Learning in American Schools | 4 |
| ED 206 | Early Literacy Teaching and Learning | 4 |
| ED 208 | Elementary Literacy Teaching and Learning | 4 |
| ED 211 | Special Needs Learners: Definitions, Characteristics, Modifications | 3 |
| ED 307 | Technology in Education | 3 |
| ED 326 | Teaching in Inclusive Classrooms: Birth - Grade 6 | 3 |
| ED 327 | Literacy Assessment and Instruction | 4 |
| ED 328 | Teaching and Applying Mathematics: Grades 1-6 | 3 |
| ED 329 | Science Concepts and Curriculum: Grades 1 - 6 | 3 |
| ED 418 | Social Studies, Multiculturalism, & Art for Elementary Education AI(MC) | 3 |
| ED 419 | Classroom Field Experience/Pre-Practicum: Elementary | 3 |
| ED 421 | Curriculum Integration | 3 |
| ED 494 | Professional Standards & Ethics in Education AI(ME) | 3 |
| ED 498 | Practicum: Elementary | 9 |
Additional Requirements:
| ENG 208 | Development of the English Language | 3 |
| MATH 104** | Intermediate Algebra | 3 |
| MATH 105 | Topics in Mathematics AI(Q) | 3 |
| MATH 107 | College Geometry | 3 |
| PSYC 101 | Introduction to Psychology AI(PS) | 3 |
| SCI 103 or 104 | Music Appreciation II | 3 |
| Choose one approved course from ECON, ENV, POLS, OR HIST | 3 | |
| Lab Science Elective | 4 | |
Minimum Credits Required for Graduation - 126
General Education Core Requirements and remaining Unrestricted Electives*7-12 credits
* Courses marked with an AI code fulfill Area of Inquiry requirements in the General Education Core.
** Students placing out of MATH 104 will take MATH 203, Precalculus.
English with Secondary Education Concentration
This major provides a specialization in English language and literature while preparing graduates to teach in secondary classrooms.
Secondary Education Requirements:
29 credits
| PSYC 223 | Developmental Psychology - Adolescence | 3 |
| ED 110 | Teaching/Learning in American Schools | 4 |
| ED 209 | Teaching Writing in the Secondary School | 3 |
| ED 211 | Special Needs Learners: Definitions, Characteristics, Modifications | 3 |
| ED 307 | Technology in Education | 3 |
| ED 320 | Special Methods in Teaching English | 3 |
| ED 422 | English Practicum in Secondary School I & II | 3 |
| ED 423 | Pre-Practicum in Secondary English | 1 |
| ED 494 | Professional Standards & Ethics in Education AI(ME) | 3 |
| ENG 212 | Literature for Young Adults | 3 |
Major Requirements:
36 credits
| ENG 208 | Development of the English Language | 3 |
| ENG 209 | Introduction to Literature AI(A) | 3 |
| ENG 210 | Survey of American Literature | 3 |
| ENG 218 | Representative Writers from Major Periods in British Literature | 3 |
| ENG 304 | Stories of Origin: Sacred Texts, Mythology and Lore | 3 |
| ENG 312 | Post Colonial/Third World/World Literatures in English AI(MC) | 3 |
| ENG 313 | American Multi-Ethnic Literature | 3 |
| HUM 420 | Seminar in Humanities | 3 |
Choose one of the following:
| ENG 217 | Contemporary Literature | 3 |
| ENG 222 | Lyric Poetry | 3 |
| ENG 225 | Film & Literature | 3 |
| ENG 301 | Modern Drama | 3 |
| ENG 306 | British Novel | 3 |
| ENG 315 | The Mystery Novel: The History of Detective Fiction | 3 |
| ENG 340 | Classics of World Literature: Themes & Authors English Electives | 9 |
Additional Requirements:
12 - 23 credits
| History Elective AI(H) | 3 | |
| PSYC 101 | Introduction to Psychology AI(PS) | 3 |
| Science Electives AI(S)* | 6-8 | |
| Foreign Language ** | 0-9 | |
Minimum Credits Required for Graduation - 120
General Education Core Requirements and remaining Unrestricted Electives***
32 - 43 credits
* The first of these two required electives meets the designated general education core requirement.
*** Courses marked with an AI code fulfill Area of Inquiry requirements in the General Education Core.
History with Secondary Education Concentration
This major provides a specialization in history while preparing graduates to teach in secondary classrooms.
Secondary Education Requirements:
29 credits
| PSYC 223 | Developmental Psychology - Adolescence | 3 |
| ED 110 | Teaching/Learning in American Schools | 4 |
| ED 209 | Teaching Writing in the Secondary School | 3 |
| ED 211 | Special Needs Learners: Definitions, Characteristics, Modifications | 3 |
| ED 307 | Technology in Education | 3 |
| ED 320 | Special Methods in Teaching English | 3 |
| ED 422 | English Practicum in Secondary School I & II | 3 |
| ED 423 | Pre-Practicum in Secondary English | 1 |
| ED 494 | Professional Standards & Ethics in Education AI(ME) | 3 |
| ENG 212 | Literature for Young Adults | 3 |
Major Requirements:
57 credits
| ENV 220 | World Geography | 3 |
| HIST 103 | World Civilization I AI(H) | 3 |
| HIST 104 | World Civilization II | 3 |
| HIST 123 | American Civilization I | 3 |
| HIST 124 | American Civilization II | 3 |
| HIST 352 | Nature and Meaning of History | 3 |
| POLS 101 | American Government and the Political Order | 3 |
| SOC 101 | Introduction to Sociology AI(PS) | 3 |
| Choose two courses in Western Hemispheric history | 6 | |
| Choose two courses in Eastern Hemispheric history AI(MC) | 6 | |
| Art History or Music Appreciation Elective AI(A) | 3 | |
| History Electives (200 and/or 300 level) | 9 | |
| Literature Elective (200 level) | 3 | |
| Political Science Elective | 3 | |
| Sociology Elective | 3 | |
Secondary Education Requirements:
29 credits
| PSYC 223 | Developmental Psychology - Adolescence | 3 |
| ED 110 | Teaching/Learning in American Schools | 4 |
| ED 209 | Teaching Writing in the Secondary School | 3 |
| ED 211 | Special Needs Learners: Definitions, Characteristics, Modifications | 3 |
| ED 307 | Technology in Education | 3 |
| ED 318 | Special Methods in Teaching History | 3 |
| ED 424 | History Practicum in Secondary School I & II | 3 |
| ED 425 | Pre-Practicum in Secondary History | 1 |
| ED 494 | Professional Standards & Ethics in Education AI(ME) | 3 |
| ENG 212 | Literature for Young Adults | 3 |
Additional Requirements:
12 - 22 credits
| PSYC 101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| SCI 305 | Revolutions in Science AI(S) | 3 |
| Choose one of the following two: | ||
| ECON 101 | Principles of Economics—Micro | 3 |
| ECON 103 | Economics and Society | 3 |
| Science Elective | 3-4 | |
| Foreign Language * | 0-9 | |
Minimum Credits Required for Graduation - 120
General Education Core Requirements and remaining Unrestricted Electives**
12-22 credits
** Courses marked with an AI code fulfill Area of Inquiry requirements in the General Education Core.
Interdisciplinary Studies with Curriculum and Instruction Concentration
This program offers a non-licensure option to students whose career plans do not require Massachusetts teacher licensure. Students must meet program requirements for minimum GPA and pass both MTEL Communications & Literacy subtests, as well as meeting prerequisites for individual courses. Students gain knowledge and skills in appropriate pedagogy and content, with the opportunity to design a concentration that fits their particular career focus.
Major Requirements
31 credits
| MATH 104 | Intermediate Algebra AI(Q) | 3 |
| MATH 107 | College Geometry | 3 |
| SCI 103 or 104 | Science for Educators AI(S) | 3 |
| Lab Science Elective | 4 | |
Choose one of the following two: AI(H)
| HIST 123 | American Civilization I | |
| HIST 124 | American Civilization II |
Choose one of the following two:
| HIST 103 | World Civilization I | 3 |
| HIST 104 | World Civilization II | 3 |
| PSYC 101 | Introduction to Psychology AI(PS) | 3 |
| ENG 208 | Development of the English Language | 3 |
Choose two of the following three:
| ENG 210 | Survey of American Literature AI(A) | 3 |
| ENG 218 | Representative Writers from Major Periods in British Literature AI(A) | 3 |
| ENG 340 | Themes in Classics of World Literature | 3 |
Curriculum & Instruction Requirements
40 credits
| ED 110 | Teaching/Learning in American Schools | 4 |
| ED 206 | Early Literacy Teaching and Learning | 4 |
| ED 208 | Elementary Literacy Teaching and Learning | 4 |
| ED 211 | Special Needs Learners: Definitions, Characteristics, Modifications AI(MC) | 3 |
| ED 3XX | Pre-internship Seminar | 1 |
| ED 413 | Professionalism, Responsibilities, and Ethics in Curriculum & Instruction AI(ME) | 3 |
| ED 4XX | Internship I | 3 |
| COM 103 | Introduction to Human Communication | 3 |
| SOC 101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
Choose one from the following:
| PSYC 221 | Developmental Psychology – Child | 3 |
| PSYC 223 | Developmental Psychology – Adolescent | 3 |
Choose three of the following:
9 credits
| ENG 235 | From Sounds to Sentences: The Acquisition of English | 3 |
| ED 307 | Technology in Education | 3 |
| ED 326 | Teaching in Inclusive Classrooms: Birth - Grade 6 | 3 |
| MATH 105 | Topics in Mathematics | 3 |
| COM 212 | Intercultural Communication | 3 |
Focus area: Individually designed
At least 12 credits
In consultation with your advisor, select at least 12 credits for your focus area. These may be drawn from any area of the college to fit your career goals. You will develop a proposal that outlines your career goals and describes how each course fits those goals. This proposal must be approved by your advisor and the chair of the Education Department no later than the end of the first semester of your junior year.
Minimum Credits Required for Graduation - 120
General Education Core Requirements and remaining Unrestricted Electives**
37 credits
**Courses marked with an AI code fulfill Area of Inquiry requirements in the General Education Core.
