Contact

For Intra-University Transfers:

School of Education, Office of Academic and Student Services, 315-443-9319, soeadvising@syr.edu

Sharon Dotger, Faculty Director of Teacher Education and Undergraduate Studies, 315-443-9138
sdotger@syr.edu

Program Description

This program prepares graduates for careers in general education (grades 1-6) and in special education (all grades) to serve an increasingly diverse student population. Students develop an inclusive and anti-racist education philosophy and pedagogy while also learning to deploy digital pedagogical techniques. In addition to a breadth of liberal arts courses, students take professional courses on teaching and learning that integrate within them material on children with and without disabilities who come from diverse cultural backgrounds. Supervised field experiences take place throughout the program within a variety of Syracuse-area settings. Upon program completion, students will be recommended for certification in childhood education and students with disabilities (all grades).

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Acquire knowledge of each student, and demonstrate knowledge of student development and learning to promote achievement for all students.
2. Know the content they are responsible for teaching, and plan instruction that ensures growth and achievement for all students.
3. Implement instruction that engages and challenges all students to meet or exceed the learning standards.
4. Work with all students to create a dynamic learning environment that supports achievement and growth.
5. Use multiple measures to assess and document student growth, evaluate instructional effectiveness, and modify instruction.
6. Demonstrate professional responsibility and engage relevant stakeholders to maximize student growth, development, and learning.
7. Set informed goals and strive for continuous professional growth.

Program Requirements

Program requirements include 63 credits of professional education coursework and 63 credits of liberal arts. The program requires 126 credits. In most cases, students enroll for no more than 16 credits to complete the degree in eight semesters. A 3.0 GPA is required for teacher certification.

Undergraduate University Requirements

The following requirements and experiences apply to all Syracuse University Undergraduate matriculated degree programs.

• ​IDEA Course Requirement 
• First Year Seminar