Secondary Education Social Science (BA)

DePaul University

The Bachelor of Arts program in Secondary Education Social Science prepares students to teach 5th through 12th grade in a variety of urban and suburban education settings, including public and private middle schools and high schools.Students learn educational theories and effective teaching practices, participate in field experiences, which require observation and participation in teaching activities at multiple schools, and student teaching. Students should meet early and regularly with their advisor to design and monitor their program of study.The program combines theoretical principles of education and field work with the student's choice of major. Students follow a general pattern of study for middle school and high school levels. In all cases, appropriate field experience plays an integral role.

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