Guidebooks

A resource for Arts & Sciences students, the guidebook focuses on policies, the majors, experiential education, the core curriculum and major requirements. Copies are available in the dean's office, or as PDFs, below.

Education
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The School of Education offers professional courses needed for teacher licensure and other courses on current educational issues. All students interested in education should first enroll in EDU111, Education in the Community. Students who are considering a career in teaching and/or education as a minor must successfully complete EDU111 and be accepted in the School of Education before enrolling in advanced level courses. Additional requirements include enrollment in an appropriate Arts and Science major and earning a grade point average of 2.75 by the sophomore year.

To be allowed to do student teaching (a licensure requirement), a student must:
1. Pass all required Massachusetts Tests for Educators Licensure (MTEL);
2. Maintain a 2.75 grade point average and a earn a C or better in all education courses;
3. Earn satisfactory evaluations from three field experiences;
4. Complete all education courses required for licensure;
5. Apply for student teaching at least one semester in advance.

LICENSURE IN ELEMENTARY EDUCATION (Grades 1-6)

To be licensed as an elementary school teacher, a student must complete: an appropriate arts and sciences major; the minor in elementary education; student teaching, and the appropriate college core courses. Students who successfully complete this program receive a B.A. or B.S. degree in their arts and sciences major and are eligible for endorsement for initial teacher licensure.

The professional education program helps students understand how children acquire literacy and develop numerical, scientific, social, and aesthetic concepts. The focus of the program is on urban education, and how the young learner and schools organize curricula and culturally relevant teaching to ensure successful learning for all students. These skills help students prepare for careers in elementary schools and other educational agencies.

LICENSURE IN SECONDARY EDUCATION (Grades 9-12)

For students seeking careers as high school teachers, the minor in secondary education offers an opportunity to prepare to teach in a range of disciplines. Please check with the School of Education advisor regarding specific disciplines. The focus of the program is in areas of adolescent development, curriculum design, and culturally relevant pedagogy. Students reflect on the needs of urban secondary students, develop strategies for engaging students in learning their discipline and ensuring that all students learn effectively.

BA/BS – MAT PROGRAM

Qualified students may apply for the 5 – year BA/BS MAT program in which they complete a masters of arts in teaching concurrently with their undergraduate degree. This program includes a yearlong internship in Boston Public Schools. Additional licensure in Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities (PreK-8 or 5-12), middle school (grades 5-8) and early childhood (PreK-2) are other options available.

To qualify for the program students must have completed 80 SH of course work in their major and education, passed the MTEL tests, and have at least a 3.0 grade point average. Students apply during their middler year. Detailed information about the program and application process is available in the School of Education and during frequent orientation programs. Students should to consult with their advisors in both the School of Education and their home departments before applying to the BA/BS MAT program.

PLEASE NOTE: NORTHEASTERN'S EDUCATION PROGRAMS ARE APPROVED BY THE MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. THE PROGRAMS MAY BE ADJUSTED TO MEET ANY CHANGES IN STATE LICENSURE REGULATIONS. STUDENTS WILL BE INFORMED OF ANY SUCH CHANGES.