School:
College of Education and Health Services
Department:
Teacher Education
Student Type:
Undergraduate
Program:
Education
Faculty:
Susan Bonnevier, M.Ed.
Richard Campbell, Ed.D.
Alandra Clarke, Ph.D.
Gary Ketterling, Ph.D.
Eileen Kolich, Ph.D.
James Pelech, M.B.A.
Cynthia Perry, Ed.D.
Charlotte Ross, Ph.D.
John Zigmond, Ed.D.
Lecturers:
Maria Acierto, M.A.T.
Bruce Bandy, M.A.
Lou Ann Chvatal, M.S.
Stanley Czaplak, M.A.
Cherie Esposito, M.A., M.S.
Frank Ferrara, M.S. Ed.
Deborah Gerdes, M.S.Ed.
Corrine Grens, M.A.
Jean Heiner, M.S. Ed.
Beth Herrig, M.Ed.
Kathleen Jack, Ed.D.
Florence Johnjules, Ed.D.
Michael Komos, M.A.
Randolph Lange, M.A.
Thomas Luthy, Ed.D.
Denise Reed, M.A.
Paul Roberts, Ph.D.
Betty Sixsmith, M.Ed.,CAS
Trevor Steinback, Ed.D.
Mary Terrell, MSW
Kenneth Tyler, Ed.D.
Craig Weber, M.Ed.
The Lecturers listed are individuals who have been employed as instructors on an as-needed basis,
within the last several years, to teach courses at Benedictine University. Instructors listed may not
currently be employed by Benedictine University. The University is fortunate to be able to provide our
students with part-time faculty whose experience, credentials and commitment to education add to the high quality of our resident faculty.
Requirements - Major:
Requirements for teacher certification in Elementary Education:
Students majoring in elementary education must complete the following requirements. These align with, but are not totally inclusive of, all of the University core requirements for an undergraduate degree at Benedictine University.
1. The skills core with at least a "C" in each course. This core includes RHET-S101(3), S102(3), S110(3), and MATH-S108(3) or S105(3) or S110(3).
2. The Arts and Humanities core, 12 semester hours, which must include a literature course (3).
3. The Natural Sciences core, 15 semester hours, which must include biological and physical science courses, one of which must be a lab course; 12 semester hours, and an additional math course (MATH-112(3) or higher).
4. The Social Sciences core, 9 semester hours, which must include American Government(PLSC-102(3)), and Educational Psychology(EDUC 210/PSYC 241(3)).
5. Other requirements include a course in American History(3), and a non-western/third world culture course,(3).
Students must also complete an additional 18 semester hours in an academic discipline that prepares them for the teaching content in the middle grades. The areas of emphasis include: Art, Language Arts/Literature, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Spanish, History, or Social Science. The 18 semester hours must include nine hours at the 200-level or above, including at least three semester hours at the 300-level.
The professional education requirements are: EDUC-200(1), 205(3), [206(0)], 215(2), 240(3), 260(3), 300(1), 310(3), 312(3), 315/316(3), 318(3), 320/321(3); PHED 257(2); and a three credit hour elective. (For elective options, see the Teacher Education Handbook or your Education program academic advisor.) Also, preclinical experiences require a minimum of 105 clinical hours.
Students completing the teacher certification requirements in elementary education must complete all of the above coursework plus EDUC-370, Student Teaching Elementary and Middle School(12).
Requirements for teacher certification in Secondary Education:
Students seeking certification in secondary education (Education minor) must complete the following requirements. These align with, but are not totally inclusive of, all of the University core requirements for an undergraduate degree at Benedictine University.
1. The skills core with at least a "C" in each course. This core includes RHET-S101(3), S102(3), S110(3), and MATH-S108(3) or S105(3) or S110(3).
2. The Arts and Humanities core, 12 semester hours, which must include a literature course(3).
3. The Natural Sciences core, 9 semester hours, which must include biological and physical science courses, one of which must be a lab course.
4. The Social Sciences core, 9 semester hours, which must include American Government(PLSC-102(3)), and Educational Psychology(EDUC 210/PSYC 241(3)).
5. Other requirements include a course in American History(3), and a non-western/third world culture course(3).
Students must also complete an academic major outside the education division in biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, business, English, Spanish, or social science. The major must include a minimum of 32 semester hours.
The professional education requirements are: EDUC 200(1), 205(3), [206(0)], 215(2), 260(3), 300(1), 310(3), Methods in the teaching field (3) with 350(0), and 353/354(3) or a second Methods in another teaching field (3) with 350(0), and PHED 257(2). Also, preclinical experiences require a minimum of 105 clinical hours
Students completing the teacher certification requirements in secondary education must complete all of the above coursework plus EDUC-371, Student Teaching-Middle/Junior and High School (12).
Requirements for teacher certification in Special Education:
Students majoring in special education must complete the following requirements. These align with, but are not totally inclusive of, all of the University core requirements for an undergraduate degree at Benedictine University.
1. The skills core with at least a "C" in each course. This core includes RHET-S101(3), S102(3), S110(3), and MATH-S108(3) or S105(3) or S110(3).
2. The Arts and Humanities core, 12 semester hours, which must include a literature course(3).
3. The Natural Sciences core, 9 semester hours, which must include biological and physical science courses, one of which must be a lab course.
4. The Social Sciences core, 9 semester hours, which must include American Government(PLSC-C102(3)) and Educational Psychology(EDUC-210 or PSYC-241(3)).
5. Other requirements include a course in American History(3) and a non-western/third world culture course(3).
The professional education requirements are: EDUC 200(1), 205(3), [206(0)], 215(2), 240(3), 257(3), 260(3), 265(3), 270(3), 275(3), 300(1), 310(3), 320/321(3), 355/356(3), 357/358(4), 360/361(3), 365/366(3); PHED 257(2); and a three credit hour elective. (For elective options, see the Teacher Education Handbook or your Education program academic advisor.) Also, preclinical experiences require a minimum of 210 clinical hours.
Students completing the teacher certification requirements in special education must complete all of the above coursework plus EDUC-372, Student Teaching-Elementary Special Education, LBS I(6) and EDUC-373, Student Teaching-Secondary Special Education, LBS I(6). The special education major entitles the student to certification under the designation "LBS I" (Learning Behavior Specialist I).
Students seeking an elementary or secondary certificate qualify for a middle grade endorsement by completing a minimum of 18 semester hours in the subject matter area of their disciplinary emphasis or academic major. Some areas (i.e., mathematics) also require courses in specific areas. You should check with your Education advisor in reference to this. In addition, coursework relating to early adolescent development, middle school philosophy and methodology is required. These areas are integrated into existing coursework in the elementary major and secondary minor.
Requirements - Minor:
Special Education minor:
Students enrolled in elementary or secondary education programs can elect to earn a minor in special education by completing the following courses (22 semester hours): EDUC-260(3); 310(3); 265(3) and 360/361(3) or 270(3) and 365/366(3); 257(3) and 357/358(4); and three semester hours from EDUC-265, 270, or 275 if not already completed.
Completion of the special education minor qualifies the student for an approval in special education, Learning Behavior Specialist I (LBS I). The approval will be issued to applicants who have qualified for an Initial Elementary or Secondary Teaching Certificate and is good for three years from the date of issue. In other words, the applicant has three years to complete the remaining requirements for full certification as a Learning Behavior Specialist I (LBS I) as the approval is no longer valid after three years.
Requirements - Other:
Teacher Education Program
Application and Matriculation:
If you are seeking a teaching career you must have a sincere desire to teach, show intellectual promise and display personal, professional and academic characteristics indicative of competent teachers. Successful application and matriculation through the teacher programs occurs in five developmental stages:
I. If you wish to become a teacher, you should consult with your academic advisor early in your academic career. The initial course(s) you will take are EDUC-200(1), Preclinical Experience and EDUC-205(3), History and Philosophy of Education. Transfer students who have been waived from EDUC-205 will register for EDUC-206(0) [TIES]. You must have approval from your advisor to register for these courses, and you must:
1. Show evidence of satisfactory intellectual promise: cumulative 2.50 GPA (completion of 24 semester hours recommended); and
2. Satisfactorily complete basic skill courses with a grade of "C" or better. NOTE: Concurrent enrollment in some skills courses and EDUC-205 is acceptable.
II. Formal application to the Teacher Education Program generally occurs during the completion of EDUC-205 or EDUC-206 for transfers. To formally apply to the program you must:
1. Satisfactorily complete ("C" or higher) EDUC-205 and receive a satisfactory recommendation in the preclinical experience;
2. Show adequate intellectual promise: cumulative 2.5 GPA (based on 24 semester hours of Benedictine University coursework);
3. Satisfactorily complete ("C" or higher) all basic skill courses;
4. Pass the Illinois Test of Basic Skills;
5. Have demonstrated personal/professional qualities appropriate to a professional career in education as evidenced by a "benchmark7quot interview by university faculty at the end of EDUC-200/205 or EDUC-206, and the completion of at least three portfolio pieces displaying knowledge of the Illinois Professional Teaching Standards;
6. Have completed and passed a State of Illinois background check, as conducted by an official state agency;
NOTE: To be approved for admission to the Teacher Education Program, you must be employable by a public school district in the State of Illinois as evidenced by the background check.
7. Have U.S. citizenship or have made a declaration of intent.
III. Successful matriculation in the Teacher Education Program will be monitored each semester. In order to continue to take education courses, you must:
1. Have been accepted into the Teacher Education Program;
2. Have satisfactorily completed ("C" or higher) each course in the skills core, major, professional courses, minor(s) and endorsement(s);
3. Have maintained a cumulative GPA of 2.5 in Benedictine University coursework, academic major, and professional courses;
4. Have evidenced satisfactory performance in all preclinical experiences taken; and
5. Have evidenced personal/professional qualities appropriate to a professional career in education. This criterion will be met, in part, by successful completion of the second benchmark interview by School of Education faculty at the end of EDUC 300, the Professional Seminar for Teachers.
IV. If you wish to register for student teaching you must consult your academic advisor. Application for student teaching occurs one year in advance (consult University master calendar). In order to qualify for the student teaching experience, you must:
1. Have maintained a cumulative GPA of 2.5 in Benedictine University coursework, the academic major, and professional courses;
2. Have satisfactorily completed all preclinical experiences;
3. Have taken and passed your content area test prior to student teaching as mandated by the Illinois State Board of Education;
4. Have evidenced health/stamina necessary for the rigors of teaching;
5. Have evidenced personal/professional qualities appropriate to a professional career in education; and
6. Have attained senior standing (90 semester hours).
V. To be approved for a teaching certificate, the candidate must:
1. Have earned a degree;
2. Have satisfactorily completed ("C" or higher) student teaching;
3. Have successfully passed the coursework included as part of Benedictine University's degree and education program. This includes basic skills, core requirements, major requirements, professional education courses, and certification requirements for minimum credit hours in designated academic disciplines;
4. Have passed, as part of course requirements, a course in American Government, American History, and a non-western/third world culture course. Each of these courses must be three-semester hours;
5. Be a U.S. Citizen (or declaration of intent) and 19 years of age;
6. Have evidenced personal/professional qualities appropriate to a professional career in education; and
7. Have achieved at least a minimum passing score on basic skills and major area(s) of study through Illinois Certification Testing System.
Transferring to Benedictine University:
If you are transferring to Benedictine University from an accredited teacher certification program, you should contact the Admissions Office for a review of your academic record to determine the transfer credit that may be applied toward the completion of the education degree and teacher certification program at Benedictine University.
If you are transferring from a community college, you should reference the transfer guide between Benedictine University and the particular community college. All methods courses must be taken at Benedictine University. For transfer of preclinical hours, appropriate documentation must be provided. (Consult with your Education advisor regarding this.)
NOTE: The GPA used for acceptance into the teacher education program and student teaching will be based on coursework completed at Benedictine University.
Transfer students who have been awarded credit for EDUC-205(3), History and Philosophy of Education, are required to enroll in EDUC-206(0), Transfer Introduction to Education Seminar (TIES), during their first semester at Benedictine University. This seminar course meets two hours per month and serves as an introduction to the School of Education, the portfolio process, and preparation for the benchmark interview. The State of Illinois background check is also arranged through this course.
Major Sheet:
http://www.ben.edu/major_sheets/elemeduc.pdf (will open in a new window)
The information contained on this page is from the 2003-2004 Undergraduate Catalog and is valid until August 1, 2004.
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