Education with a Concentration in Early Childhood
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Program Overview
The licensure concentration in early childhood education meets the most recent regulations for licensure in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts: An education degree combined with a concentration in early childhood education (PreK-grade 2). The program has been approved by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Upon graduation, you will have completed all of the requirements necessary to receive an initial license in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and are eligible to pursue licensure in many other states. Students receive free preparation for the required Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure (MTEL) as part of the program.
In addition to coursework that focuses on learning theories, concepts, and strategies for young learners, you will complete two internships in your freshman and sophomore years in a range of school settings, a sophomore and junior field experience connected to your literacy and English Language Learners education courses, followed by a junior year pre-practicum and senior year full practicum experience. Our director of field placements will work with you to secure field placements that allow you to explore your interests while gaining real experiences and building your resume.
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Curriculum
Curriculum Requirements - Total Credits Required: 126
First Year - Credits: 32
- Science Elective (Cr. 6-8)
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ED 010聽-聽Communication and Literacy Test Prep Workshop (Cr: 0)
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ED 101聽-聽Introduction to Education (Cr: 3)
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ED 102聽-聽Curriculum Theory and Instruction (Cr: 3)
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ED 111聽-聽Clinical Field Based Experience I (Cr: 2)
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ED 222聽-聽Culturally Responsive Pedagogy (Cr: 3)
Satisfies the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion General Education Requirement
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ENG 111聽-聽Critical Reading and Writing I (Cr: 3)
Satisfies the Writing Designated Core requirement.
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ENG 112聽-聽Critical Reading and Writing II (Cr: 3)
Satisfies the Writing Designated Core requirement.
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HST 101聽-聽Western Civilization I (Cr: 3)
Or
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HST 102聽-聽Western Civilization II (Cr: 3)
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MTH 116聽-聽Mathematical Problem Solving (Cr: 3)
Satisfies the Quantitative Reasoning General Education Requirement
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PSY 200聽-聽Child and Adolescent Psychology (Cr: 3)
Sophomore - Credits: 32
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ED 201/201L聽-聽Foundations of Reading (Cr: 3)
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ED 203聽-聽Inclusionary Practices in Educational Settings (Cr: 3)
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ED 211聽-聽Clinical Field Based Experience II (Cr: 2)
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ED 213聽-聽The Power of Play in the Classroom (Cr: 3)
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ED 215聽-聽Creative Arts in the Early Childhood and Elementary Classrooms (Cr: 3)
Satisfies General Education Requirement above the 100 level
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ED 230聽-聽The Early Childhood Pedagogy of Reggio Emilia, Italy (Cr: 3)
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ED 221聽-聽Emergent Literacy Instruction (Cr: 3)
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ED 290聽-聽Topics in Education (Cr: 3)
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ED 339聽-聽Assessment for Learning (Cr: 3)
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ED 389聽-聽Research Methods and Project Paradigms (Cr: 3)
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ENG 312聽-聽Literature for Children (Cr: 3)
Satisfies Literary Perspectives General Education Requirement
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MTH 119聽-聽Principles of Math for Elementary Educators (Cr: 3)
Junior - Credits: 31
- Aesthetic Awareness and Creative Expression General Education Requirement 聽 (Cr: 3)
- Global Issues General Education Elective聽 (Cr: 3)
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ED 302/302L聽-聽Science Methods and Lab (Cr: 3)
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ED 303聽-聽Pre-Practicum Field Experience (Cr: 1)
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ED 306/306L聽-聽Social Studies Methods and Lab (Cr: 3)
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ED 308/308L聽-聽Early Childhood Methods and Lab (Cr: 3)
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ED 329/329L聽-聽Literacy Methods and Lab (Cr: 3)
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ED 330聽-聽Sheltered English Immersion (Cr: 3)
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ED 489聽-聽Senior Research (Cr: 3)
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ENG 226聽-聽Early American History and Literature (Cr: 3)
Satisfies General Education Requirement above the 100 level
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POL 113聽-聽American Government and Politics (Cr: 3)
Satisfies the Individual & Society General Education Requirement
Senior - Credits: 31
- Values and Ethical Reasoning General Education Requirement聽聽 (Cr: 3)
- General Education Electives聽 (Cr: 9) (Must be 200 level or above)
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EC 400聽-聽Senior Transition (Cr: 1)
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ED 290聽-聽Topics in Education (Cr: 3)
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ED 401/401L聽-聽Practicum and Seminar in Early Childhood Education (Cr: 12)
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ED 490聽-聽Senior Thesis (Cr: 3)
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ED 491聽-聽Senior Capstone (Cr: 3)
Science Electives
Students must choose one course from each group
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the education program, students will:
- Demonstrate the critical inquiry and analysis skills needed to engage constructively in intellectual discourse within the discipline.
- Communicate effectively in written form following the academic conventions of the discipline.聽
- Document and exhibit pre-service competency on each of the Massachusetts Professional Standards for Teachers (PST)
- Demonstrate subject matter knowledge in the liberal arts--literature, history, science, math, psychology, geography and government--in keeping with the characteristics of a "highly qualified teacher." 聽
- Identify and demonstrate an understanding of the significant approaches, practices, and programs for developing reading skills and reading comprehension.
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Internships and Careers
An Endicott education means you'll graduate with a degree and a resume.
Whether you pursue graduate school or embark on your career right away after graduation, we believe that your time at Endicott will prepare you for the next step.
Fifth Year Master's and Endicott Fellows Program
As a graduate of the early childhood education program, you may apply to be an Endicott Fellow, completing a year-long fellowship on staff in a partnering school while receiving a tuition-free master's degree. Or, apply to complete a master's degree in education in one year of study beginning the summer after graduation.
Initial Licensure in Moderate Disabilities
If you choose to enroll in our early childhood or elementary education licensure programs, you will have the opportunity to complete courses and MTEL that lead to the Massachusetts license in moderate disabilities (PreK-8)
