*Welcome* Integrated Credential Program

Liberal Studies MajorCurrent LBST program

Elementary Subject Matter

Traditional Path: finish BA then enter the Credential Program

Integrated Credential Program: obtain BA and Credential at the same time.

Integrated Credential Program(ICP) Provides:

• A Bachelor of Arts Degree in Liberal Studies

concurrently with • A Multiple Subject Credential over

the course of the program.

• Authorization to Teach English Learners

• Bilingual Emphasis Option: Spanish Certificate

ICP - Option

• Joint program through the College of Arts and Sciences and the College of Education

• Cohort model • Core Courses and Non-Core Courses• Full Time (15-16 units per semester) • Must be able to take classes during

the day

The Integrated Program Consists of:Pre-requisite Semester and 5 Themed Semesters

Prerequisite Semester:• EDUC 350• EDUC 364• COE Application Packet• Take the Basic Skills Examination• Other non-core LBST course

requirements• Prepare & Take CSET examination

during ICP program

• 2.67 GPA

Technology Requirement

• Computer Competency Requirement (CCR)– Can take at the community college before

matriculation to CSUSM http://www.csusm.edu/admissions.htm

– CS 100 and/ or Pass by Exam at CSUSM– Computer Competency is pre-requisite

• EDUC 422 Technology Tools for Teaching and Learning– Technology-rich lessons that focus on

student learning based on utilizing those identified skills

– Pre-requisite for College of Education

5 Themed Semesters: Language, Culture & Learning,

MathematicsScience, Community, Professional

Practice

• Core Courses: Students take a content course that is paired with the appropriate teaching methods class.

• Non-Core Courses: Students also enroll in selected courses required for the Liberal Studies Major.

Ling 300B (3 units)Language and Culture

History 347 (3 units)EDMS 521B (3 units)Elementary Literacy 1

Depth of Study Course # 1EDMS 511B (3 units)Elem. Teaching & Learning 1

Non-Core Courses (6 units)

Core Courses (9 units)

Sample Semester

Theme:Language, Culture and Learning

Minimum Grade Requirement• C or better in UD LBST courses

• C- does not count

• C+ or better in EDUC courses

• Overall 3.0 GPA in EDUC courses for Credential

• CR/NC not acceptable for major requirements• Can repeat course if you don’t meet grade

requirement

Classroom Involvement

• Total of 4 Field Experiences

• Field practicum I & II– 2 half days in assigned elementary classroom– Group work, one on one work, 3 lesson plans

• Full time Clinical Practice– Clinical Practice I - 8 weeks– Clinical Practice II - 8 weeks

Benefits of an integrated program:

• Students are guaranteed registration in Core Courses.

• The quality of future teachers is enhanced (4 field experiences)

• Built-in support and study group

• Pairing of subject matter preparation with teaching methods enhances learning experiences

• Teaching skills are developed and seasoned over three years. (Students interact in elementary classrooms much sooner).

• Networking with teachers and school districts.

For more information-

• Gwen Hansen• Phone: (760) 750-8536• Email: ghansen@csusm.edu• www.csusm.edu/COE• www.csusm.edu/liberalstudiesa

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