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Teaching K-8 Content Minor

Teach K-8 content with expertise

Credits

18

Start Terms

Fall

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Spring

Available

On Campus

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Online

Tuition

$8,956.50

estimated cost per semester

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Become an expert in teaching grade-specific content by adding the K-8 teaching content minor to your education major.

This minor offers education majors an opportunity to dive deeply into foundational subjects important for effective teaching in kindergarten through 8th grade. Through courses tailored for future teachers, students gain specialized knowledge and skills to excel in content areas essential for passing Praxis Content tests and becoming exceptional educators in K-8 settings.

Gain in-depth knowledge for teaching:

  • Earth and physical science
  • Social science
  • Evidenced-based reading
  • Math concepts

Preparation for Praxis

The minor equips students with specialized expertise in fundamental subjects important for teaching grades K-8, enhancing their preparation and confidence in content knowledge crucial for success in the classroom. By focusing on targeted content areas, students gain a competitive edge in their educational careers, fostering their ability to effectively teach diverse subjects to students in kindergarten through 8th grade.

These content courses provide supplemental support to help students prepare and pass their Praxis Content tests.

Learning outcomes

  • Deep understanding of foundational science concepts for K-8 educators
  • Knowledge of social science content vital for K-8 educators
  • Enhanced numeracy skills and pedagogical strategies for K-8 educators
  • Advanced literacy skills evidence-based reading strategies for K-8 educators

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