1. Accurately communicate content in the disciplines where they seek licensure.
2. Use multiple pedagogical strategies and instructional technologies in their disciplines. 3. Assess and analyze student learning and use this information to improve instruction. 4. Plan, design, and implement developmentally appropriate instruction that addresses the
needs of diverse learners.
Student Learning Outcomes for each Concentration Art
1. Accurately communicate the principles of aesthetics and design in the visual arts. 2. Use multiple pedagogical strategies and approaches to teach the visual arts. 3. Assess and analyze student learning in the visual arts.
4. Plan, design, and implement developmentally appropriate art instruction that addresses the needs of diverse learners.
English Language Arts Grades 9-12 (Based on the NCTE Standards for Teacher Preparation)
1. Understand and adopt professional attitudes needed by English language arts teachers.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of, and skills in the use of, the English language. 3. Demonstrate knowledge of the practices of oral, visual, and written literacy. 4. Demonstrate knowledge of reading processes.
5. Demonstrate knowledge of different composing processes.
6. Demonstrate knowledge of, and uses for, an extensive range of literature.
7. Demonstrate knowledge of the range and influence of print and non-print media and technology in contemporary culture.
8. Demonstrate knowledge of research theory and findings in English language arts.
9. Acquire and demonstrate the dispositions and skills needed to integrate knowledge of English language arts, students, and teaching.
Math (Based on the NCTM Standards for Teacher Preparation)
1. Demonstrate understanding of mathematical concepts and procedures in the areas of Number and Operations, Algebra, Geometry, Calculus, Discrete Mathematics, Data Analysis, Statistics, Probability, and Measurement.
2. Know, understand, and can engage students in the process of mathematical problem solving.
3. Reason, construct, and evaluate mathematical arguments that embed mathematical rigor and inquiry.
4. Recognize, use, and make connections between and among mathematical ideas and in contexts outside mathematics to build mathematical understanding.
5. Use varied representations of mathematical ideas to support and deepen students’ mathematical understanding.
6. Use knowledge of mathematics to select and use appropriate technological tools, such as but not limited to, spreadsheets, dynamic graphing tools, computer algebra systems, dynamic statistical packages, graphing calculators, data-collection devices, and presentation software.
7. Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to use and evaluate instructional strategies and classroom organizational models.
8. Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to represent mathematical concepts and procedures,
9. Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to promote discourse, and means of assessing student understanding.
10. Demonstrate an understanding of how students learn mathematics and of the pedagogical knowledge specific to mathematics teaching and learning.
Music
1. Express a personal philosophy and rationale for instrumental or vocal music education.
2. Exhibit growth in teaching skills by completing field teaching experiences. 3. Write lesson plans for instrumental/vocal/string music instruction
4. Explain the pros and cons of music contest/festival participation.
5. Explain the general procedures involved in budgeting, requisitioning, and purchasing as applied to school music programs.
6. Describe procedures for promoting the music program through public relations/advocacy techniques.
7. Discuss basic procedures to be followed when fundraising for school groups. 8. Describe the role(s) and management of music booster organizations. 9. Discuss basic procedures to be followed when traveling with school groups. 10. Exhibit organizational skills through assembly of a resource handbook.
General Science Grades 9-12 (Based on the NSTA Standards for Teacher Preparation) 1. Communicate the knowledge and practices of contemporary science to students. 2. Engage students in studies of the nature of science.
3. Engage students successfully in developmentally appropriate inquiries. 4. Engage students in the analysis of problems involving science and technology. 5. Promote the learning of science by students with different abilities, needs, interests,
and backgrounds.
6. Plan and implement internally consistent units of study that address the state science standards.
7. Identify ways to relate science to community, involve stakeholders, and use community resources to promote the learning of science.
8. Use multiple assessment tools and strategies to address standards and meet the needs of diverse students.
9. Organize safe and effective learning environments that promote the success of students and the welfare of all living things.
10. Demonstrate growth and change, personally and professionally, to meet the diverse needs of students, school, community, and profession.
Social Studies Grades 9-12 (Based on the NCSS Pedagogical Standards for Teacher Preparation)
1. Understand NCSS and state content standards and how to plan standards-based instruction.
2. Possess the knowledge, capabilities and dispositions to create learning experiences that fit the different approaches to learning of diverse learners.
3. Possess the knowledge, capabilities, and dispositions to use a variety of instructional strategies to encourage student development of critical thinking, problem-solving, and performance skills.
4. Possess the knowledge, capabilities and dispositions to create learning environments that encourage social interaction, active engagement of learning, and self-motivation. 5. Possess the knowledge, capabilities and dispositions to use verbal, non-verbal and
communication techniques that foster active inquiry, collaboration, and supportive interaction in the classroom.
6. Possess the knowledge, capabilities and dispositions to plan instruction based on understanding of subject matter, students, the community, and curriculum goals. 7. Possess the knowledge, capabilities and dispositions to use formal and informal
assessment strategies to evaluate and ensure continuous development of learners. 8. Possess the knowledge, capabilities and dispositions to develop as reflective
practitioners and continuous learners.
Graduate Applications
Applications for graduate study should be directed to the Office of Graduate Studies at Coastal Carolina University.