The B.A. in Social Studies Education 5–12 prepares students for a career teaching history, government, and other social studies classes at the middle- or high-school level. It combines coursework in history and social sciences with pedagogical training from the Department of Education, concluding with a student teaching experience in an area school. Students often add a second major in history or one of the social sciences. Advanced study in a second language or a minor in gender studies are also good fits for students preparing to teach grades 5–12. If students would rather work with younger students, they can major in elementary education and add a licensure in social studies (5–8).

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In order to meet requirements for endorsements and dual majors this number is subject to change. Students should consult with their advisor.

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Courses whose number is followed by a letter fulfill a General Education requirement.

 

For admittance to the education program with a major in Social Studies Education 5-12, students must have a minimum overall grade point average of 3.00. To continue in the program, students must maintain an overall grade point average of 3.00. To be approved for student teaching in Social Studies Education 5-12, students must have a minimum grade point average of 3.00, both overall and in their major coursework.

Students must earn a grade of a C or better in all education courses and each content area course (ANT, ECO, GEO, HIS, POS, PSY, and SOC) listed above in the major. Courses with grades of a C- or lower must be repeated.

Students with a 5-12 licensure in Social Studies Education may choose one or more Middle Level Endorsement. See endorsement area listing under Major in Elementary Education with Middle Level Endorsement in the Education section of this catalog.