Introduction
We
are pleased that you are interested in
the School of Education at the
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point.
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens
Point began in 1894 as the Stevens Point
Normal School, whose primary purpose was
to prepare teachers. We have continued
to maintain education as a primary
mission throughout the years. The School
of Education offers certifiable majors
in Early Childhood and Elementary
Education and a major and minor in
Exceptional Education. Secondary and
K-12 certification are also available in
a variety of academic areas. Students
can choose between majors and minors in
over thirty different areas.
Minors/Specializations:
Why Study Education at UW-Stevens Point?
The
programs offered by the School of
Education are fully accredited by the
Wisconsin Department of Public
Instruction as well as the North Central
Association of Secondary Schools and
Colleges. The faculty in the School of
Education is dedicated to providing you
with the newest innovations in teaching
methods and technology. We strongly
believe that teacher candidates should
have frequent experiences in classrooms,
and we strive to provide this
opportunity in all phases of the teacher
preparation program. Advisors are also
available to provide assistance to you
throughout your studies. We hope you
will take advantage of all that the
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
School of Education program has to offer
and that you enjoy your time with us.
High School Preparation
To
prepare for the School of Education
program, high school students should
focus on courses in child development,
language arts, biology,
chemistry/physics/astronomy,
geography/geology, mathematics,
psychology, and U.S. government.
Employment Opportunities
The
quality of the School of Education
program is reflected in our success with
placing graduates in educational
positions. A variety of classroom
experiences, educational organizations
and volunteer programs are available,
further helping a student to qualify for
higher, permanent positions after
graduating.
Department Features
The
School of Education has an excellent
faculty of eighteen professional
educators. Each has earned a doctorate
in a specialty area and all are
experienced teachers who bring together
a wide range of experiences at all grade
levels. These dedicated professionals,
all with deep concern for their
students, strive to design and revise
programs to meet the needs of the future
educator.
Admission to Professional Education
The
School of Education has two deadlines
per year for admission to the
Professional Education Program.
Enrollment caps are in effect for all
majors and many minors. Students apply
to the program after completing 40
credits, at which time all requirements
must be met. It is recommended that
students begin taking tests after 26
credits are completed and at least 4-6
months prior to application.
Sample Program of Study for the
Exceptional Education Major Requirements
Certification: Students may select one
or two teaching specializations:
Cognitive Disabilities (CD), Emotional
Disturbance (ED), or Learning
Disabilities (LD). Certification is for
ages 5-21 in ED, LD or CD if one
specialization is chosen; elementary
(ages 5-13) or secondary (ages 10-21) if
two specializations are chosen. A 2.75
GPA in the major, the minor, and overall
is required to student teach.
*Specific General Degree
Requirements meet Department of Public
Instruction requirements. A "P" in front
of a course indicates admission to the
Professional Education program is
required. Some courses are blocked
together and must be taken in sequence.
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Freshman English
English 101 (3 credits) and English
102 (3 credits) OR
English 150 (3 credits)
- *
Writing Emphasis (6 credits)
P - Educ 310 (listed under major
courses), Elective (3 credits)
- *
Communication
Communication 101 (2 credits)
- *
Mathematics
Math 90 (3 credits, if needed), Math
100 (3 credits, if needed), Math 338
(3 credits)
- *
Natural Science (choose one
from each area - maximum of one
"100" course - at least two courses
must be 5 credits) (13-15 credits)
- Physical Science: Chemistry
100-3 cr, 101-5; Physics 100-3,
101-5; Astronomy 100-3, 205-4,
206-4, 311-3
- Earth Science: Geography
100-3, 101-5; Geology 100-3
- Life Science: Biology 100-3,
101-5
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Minority Studies/Non-Western
Minority Studies (3 credits),
Non-Western Culture (3 credits)
- *
History
History 212; History 120#,
130#(MNS), 211, 379#(MNS), 382#
(MNS), 385#, or 388# (3 credits)
# courses do not meet History GDR
requirement
- *
Humanities and Social Sciences
(combined total of 18 credits)
- *
Humanities (6-9 credits)
- English 211, 212, 213, 214 (3
credits - select one) and
Elective (3 credits - Area 1)
- *
Social Sciences (9-12
credits) - Psych 110 (3
credits), Psych 260 or Hum Dev
261 0r 265 (3 credits), Poli Sci
101, Elective (3 credits)
- *
Environmental Literacy
P - Natural Resources 370 (3
credits)
- *
Wellness - (3 credits total -
1 credit must be Health Enhancement
and 1 credit must be Aerobic
Activity)
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Major Courses:
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P - Comm Dis 367 (3
credits - spring only)
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P - Educ 200 (1 credit)
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Educ 205 (1 credit)
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P - Educ 300 (1 credit)
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P - Educ 302 (3 credits)
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P - Educ 309 (3 credits)
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P - Educ 310 (3 credits)
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P - Educ 314 (2 credits)
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P - Educ 351 (3 credits)
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P - Educ 356 (3 credits)
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P - Educ 362 (3 credits)
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P - Educ 368 (3 credits)
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P - Educ 378 (3 credits)
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P - Educ 381 (3 credits)
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P - Educ 383 (3 credits)
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P - Educ 397 (3 credits)
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P - Inst Resources 331
(3 crs)
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P - Educ 398 (12 crs,
student teaching)
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P - Educ 400 (1 cr
w/student teaching)
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Math 228 (3 credits)
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Math Educ 228 (1 credit)
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Math Educ 338 (1 credit)
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Specializations: (No more
than 2 areas of emphasis are allowed
for initial licensing.)
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CD or ED
- P - Educ 364 (3 credits)
- P - Educ 369 (3 credits)
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LD
- P - Educ 310 (3 credits)
- P - Educ 364 (3 credits)
- P - Educ 369 (3 credits)
