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MEGAN DONOVAN
Elementary Education
For Megan , the devotion

ELEMENTARY EDUCATION :

of the School of Education drew her to Stevenson . “ My favorite thing about
LIBERAL ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY
being an elementary education major is
( Grades 1-6 ) Bachelor of Science
the dedication of the education professors ,
the sense of community
Our elementary education program enables candidates to complete the requirements for teacher certification and to synthesize and use the products of educational research and technology in the classroom . The curriculum provides a foundation for further development in planning , classroom management , inclusion , and assessment . The elementary education program is approved by the Maryland State Department of Education ( MSDE ) and includes the four MSDE required reading courses . In addition , Stevenson has earned national accreditation from the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation ( CAEP ).
Field study begins in the sophomore year , enabling candidates to translate theory into practice in school environments . Placements progress over the next three years of study , culminating in a year-long senior year internship in a Professional Development School , during which candidates assume all of the roles and responsibilities of a classroom teacher , under the guidance of a professional teacher .
A SAMPLING OF COURSES AND ELECTIVES IN ELEMENTARY EDUCATION :
Assessment for Reading Instruction
Curriculum Principles and Practices
Creative Development in Elementary Education
Educational Psychology
Instruction of Reading
Integrating Technology and Digital Learning in the Classroom
Internship I and II : Elementary Education
Materials for Teaching Reading
Methods of Teaching English Language Arts and Social Studies in Elementary Education
Methods of Teaching STEM
Principles of Special Education
Processes and Acquisition of Reading
within the major , and the friendships I have made with my peers .” SU ’ s distinctive Career Architecture SM process also appealed to Megan . “ I love the great reputation Stevenson has with employers in the education community . SU is very career-focused and prepares students to graduate confident in their field of work .”
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