Course Descriptions
LS 1000 School and Community (1 unit)
An opportunity for candidates interested in becoming elementary teachers to explore the link between the school and community. Candidates begin constructing the required Program Portfolio as well as observing and participating in elementary classrooms. Fall Semesters.
LS 1001 Foundations in Education (1 unit)
An opportunity for candidates interested in becoming elementary teachers to explore the philosophical foundations of education. Candidates continue constructing the Program Portfolio. Candidates observe and participate in elementary classrooms. Spring Semesters.
LS 2000/3000 Issues in Education (1 unit)
An opportunity for candidates interested in becoming elementary teachers to become familiar with the history of education and the issues affecting schools. Candidates continue constructing the Program Portfolio. Candidates observe and participate in elementary classrooms. Fall Semesters.
LS 2001/3001 Connections in Education (1 unit)
An opportunity for candidates interested in becoming elementary teachers to explore the variety of career opportunities within the field of education. Candidates begin preparing for advancement to the Multiple Subject Credential Program. Candidates continue constructing the Program Portfolio. Candidates observe and participate in elementary classrooms. Spring Semesters.
LS 2999/3999/4999 Independent Study in Liberal Studies (1-3 units)
Permission of faculty supervisor. Fall, Spring Semesters.
LS 4000 Capstone Project (2 units)
Candidates will write comprehensive essays connecting theory and practice. Candidates complete the process of advancement to the Multiple Subject Credential Program. Candidates continue constructing the Program Portfolio. Candidates observe and participate in elementary classrooms. Fall Semesters.
LS 4001 Capstone Project (2 units)
Candidates will complete the Program Portfolio prior to advancement to the Multiple Subject Credential Program. Candidates observe and participate in elementary classrooms. Candidates participate in an assessment process to verify their Subject Matter competence. Spring Semesters.
LS 4996 Internship (1-3 units)
5-15 hours a week in a work situation which constitutes a valid educational experience relevant to an academic discipline. Candidates work under the direction of an on-site supervisor. Units are counted toward graduation and towards some majors; a maximum of six (6) internship units can be counted toward a degree. Grading is Pass/Fail. Candidates must be recommended by their department advisors. Fall, Spring Semesters.
