Teacher_Education_Handbook

NSU’s B.S. in secondary education programs provide the necessary framework for an entry- level career in teaching. Graduates can pursue careers as middle or high school teachers or paraprofessionals, or apply to graduate school. https://www.northern.edu/programs/secondary-education K-12 Art Education Equip and enrich the artists of tomorrow with an art education degree from NSU. In our program, you’ll learn advanced visual design skills and use traditional studio media and tools, within the enriching context of a liberal arts curriculum. Graduates are prepared to enter the art field as professional K-12 teachers or to attend graduate school. K-12 Music Education NSU is a fully accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM). Here, you'll get individual attention from our renowned music faculty members who will help you develop your fullest potential. K-12 Spanish Education The ability to write and speak Spanish has never been more relevant. With a Spanish education degree from NSU, you'll learn to share your understanding of Spanish and Spanish-based culture with students. The Spanish BSEd degree prepares you to teach Spanish to students in grades K-12. As part of this degree program, you'll complete professional education courses for K-12 certification. NSU Spanish courses concentrate on real-world application, preparing you to share your Spanish knowledge, practice and experience in your own classroom or in other careers. NSU instructors with field experience in Spanish-speaking countries provide an engaging, stimulating learning experience. NSU also offers a popular four-week study-abroad opportunity to take intensive Spanish courses in Santiago, Chile. K-12 Physical Education NSU’s B.S.Ed. Physical Education program prepares you for a rewarding and exciting career teaching physical education to K-12 students. From our diverse and experienced faculty, you’ll learn scientific and fitness principles, pedagogy (the method and practice of teaching) and curriculum development. Physical education methodology courses train prospective teachers to promote physical literacy and are specific to the gymnasium. Teacher preparation and physical education methods coursework, which are required for teacher licensure, prepare you for Praxis content exams and application for teacher licensure in South Dakota.