Foundations of American Democracy Requirement

Foundations of American Democracy Requirement  

Three (3) credits of Foundations of American Democracy (FAD) are required for degree completion. Courses that meet this requirement may also be used to meet other major, minor, or General Education requirements.

General Education Requirements (41 Hours)

General Education Requirements (41 Hours)  

(ARH 2030  and ARH 2130  and ART 2022  taken for the major may count toward General Education.)

Professional Education Requirements (24 Hours)

A minimum grade of “C” (2.0) must be earned in all Professional Education Courses by Teacher Education majors.

• EDU 2000 - Introduction to Learners, Teachers, and Schools (3) +
• EDU 2100 - Social Foundations of Education (3) +
• EDU 3000 - Diverse Learners: Teaching and Learning (3) #
• EDU 3100 - Assessment for Learning (3) #
• EDU 4900 - Student Teaching (12) [CAP]

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• +Must be taken prior to admission to Teacher Education

• #Prerequisites: EDU 2000 , EDU 2100 , and Admission to Teacher Education. EDU 3000  and EDU 3100  should not be taken concurrently.

Major Requirements (64 Hours)

A minimum grade of “C” (2.0) is required in each ART course for the major. 18 hours must be completed at Appalachian.

• Junior Writing in the Discipline
• Senior Capstone Experience must be met

Teacher Licensure

Teacher licensure programs require a minimum of 2.7 cumulative GPA from admission into the teacher education program until graduation, including for admission to student teaching.

Total Required (120 Hours)