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Education Teacher Licensure Pass Rates Guidelinesfor admissions to Teacher Licensure Programs Student Teaching Requirements Professional Studies Requirements Criminal Justice (B.A.) Psycology (B.A., B.S.) Sociology (B.A.) School of Education and Human Services Undergraduate
Dean: Dr. Wayne Lesko The core mission of the School of Education and Human Services is to enable students to serve as agents of positive change for individuals and in the global community. The School offers baccalaureate degree programs in three major disciplines: Criminal Justice, Psychology, and Sociology. It also offers master’s degrees in Education, Counseling, and Psychology. The School also offers teaching licensure programs for degree-seeking undergraduate students in Early Childhood Education (PK-3), Secondary Education (6-12), and Art Education (K-12). Each program is designed to prepare graduates to enter the job market as beginning professionals in their respective disciplines. Education The mission of the Department of Education is to provide effective and affective educational leaders for global learning communities. Our candidates, both undergraduate and graduate, are prepared to be: • critical thinkers with knowledge of their field who recognize and accommodate the uniqueness of each child in a diverse student population; • effective practitioners who can manage learning that includes specific content knowledge; and • caring professionals who have consideration for the whole child and the whole school environment. They are prepared to act as resources for the children, the families, and other professionals in their school and communities. All Marymount University teacher education programs are approved by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) and the Virginia State Department of Education. Program requirements are subject to revision based on changes in the Commonwealth of Virginia licensure requirements. More than 30 other states share reciprocity with Virginia. Degree-seeking undergraduate students who wish to earn Virginia licensure at the PK-3 level follow a prescribed program of studies, which fulfills the requirements of their major discipline and leads to an endorsement in early childhood education. Degree-seeking undergraduate students who wish to earn Virginia licensure at the secondary level in the following content areas–Biology, Computer Science, English, History and Social Science, and Mathematics–follow a prescribed program of studies which both fulfills the requirements of their major discipline and leads to secondary teaching licensure. The program in Art Education leads to K-12 licensure. The complete program of studies for each content area is described in the major discipline section of this catalog. Teacher Licensure Pass Rates In October 1998, the U.S. Congress enacted amendments to the Higher Education Act (HEA). As amended, Title II of the HEA addressed the issue of the quality of teacher preparation by including new accountability measures including reporting requirements for institutions and states on teacher preparation and licensing. As required by the Act, the results of those who completed the Marymount University Education program during the 2000-2001 academic year (graduated in December 2000, spring 2001, and summer 2001) are listed on page 172. Guidelines for Admission to Teacher Licensure Programs To ensure proper advising and timely completion of undergraduate licensure programs–PK-3; Art (K-12); or secondary school programs in Biology, Computer Science, English, Mathematics, or History/Social Science–all interested students should: • notify their major advisor of intent to pursue licensure during the freshman year; • complete ED 245E or ED 245S during the sophomore year (with a grade of C or better); • submit an application upon completion of ED 245E or ED 245S. At the time of application students must have: • passing scores for the Praxis I exam as set Praxis IPassing Score* Mathematics178 Reading178 Writing176 *or a composite score of 532 • minimum of 2.5 GPA overall • minimum of 3.0 GPA in the major for No more than 9 education credits may be taken prior to acceptance into the teacher licensure program. Transfer students must have completed ED 245E or ED 245S before applying to the program. The Student-Teaching Experience Students seeking teaching licensure reserve one semester for the student-teaching experience. Student teaching is the culmination of the Marymount teacher-education program and reflects the degree to which a student will be effective as a classroom teacher. Students register for student teaching through Marymount University irrespective of the geographic location of the placement site. Student teachers are supervised by a faculty member in the School of Education and Human Services and by an on-site cooperating teacher. The student-teaching experience requires a minimum of 300 direct classroom contact hours during the weeks allocated to the student-teaching experience. Students should consult the Marymount University Student-Teaching Handbook for full information on student teaching. Placement is available in public schools in Arlington, Fairfax, Fauquier, Loudoun, and Prince Williams counties; in Alexandria, Falls Church, and the District of Columbia; the Diocese of Arlington; the Archdiocese of Washington; and in accredited private schools. Placement is made in conjunction with the local school districts and no particular placement can be guaranteed. Transportation to and from the cooperating school is the responsibility of the student. If student teaching out of the local area is necessary, the student must meet the written requirements available from the coordinator of Clinical Experiences. Placement for student teaching is dependent upon the School’s and faculty’s judgement regarding the student’s performance in both coursework and field placement. Applications for student teaching must be received by the Office of Clinical Experiences by September 1 for spring student teaching and by January 15 for fall student teaching. Information and directions for completion are available in the School of Education and Human Services and can also be found on the Department of Education Web page.
Undergraduate Requirements for Student Teaching
PK-3
1. Admission into the teacher licensure program 2. Submission of a student-teaching application packet 3. Completion of all licensure and professional studies requirements 4. Minimum 3.0 GPA in Education courses 5. Approval of the Undergraduate Teacher Licensure Committee 6. Submission of a passing grade on the 7. $35 processing fee 8. Enrollment in ED 460E Secondary and Art Education 1. Admission into the teacher licensure program 2. Submission of student-teaching application packet 3. Completion of at least 27 credits in the major and all professional studies requirements (ED 245S, ED 327, ED 337, and either BIO, CS, EN, FA, HI, or MA 385) 4. Minimum 3.0 GPA overall 5. Approval of the Undergraduate Teacher Licensure Committee 6. Submission of a passing grade on the Praxis II exam–Specialty Area Test 7. $35 processing fee 8. Enrollment in ED 360S or ED 360 Legal Limitations of Practice The practice of teaching is regulated by state laws. Questions concerning licensure in a specific state should be directed to that state’s Board of Education. Students may be required to submit a national criminal background check before being placed as a student-teacher. The cost of the investigation (approximately $50) may be borne by the student. Professional Studies Requirements In addition to major course requirements, students
must complete the following professional courses for Virginia licensure:
A minimum grade of C is required in ED 245E and ED 245S. A minimum grade of C- is required in the rest of these courses. Add-on Endorsements Add-on endorsements are available in Journalism (see page 53), Speech Communication (see page 54), and Computer Science (see page 54). Additional endorsement in English-as-a-Second Language is available for English majors (see page 56). CRIMINAL JUSTICE (B.A.) The School of Education and Human Services offers a major in Criminal Justice. This major is distinctive in its combined emphasis of introductory professional skills and theoretical foundations. Career preparation reinforced by commitment to lifelong learning and advanced education that extends beyond the baccalaureate level, are central to the study of this demanding field of inquiry. Simulations and review of problem-solving methods from actual cases are used to enhance the student’s understanding of lectures and materials. By examining decision-making processes, including policy analysis and the day-to-day practical operations of various components of the criminal justice system, participants learn to value and apply “theory to practice.” Exploration of traditional and contemporary models of crime prevention, criminal investigation, jurisprudence, punishment and rehabilitation, organization and administrative theory, help prepare graduates for eventual advancement to management positions in law enforcement, correctional, and court (probation and parole) agencies. Graduates of this rapidly developing field also find positions in corporate security firms and with government and private research agencies. The Major There are nine required courses: SOC 250 Deviant Behavior; SOC 304 Applied Research Methods; SOC 305 Criminology; SOC 307 Sociology of Juvenile Justice; CJ 209 The Criminal Justice System; CJ 308 Principles of Forensic Science; CJ 312 Criminal Justice Management; CJ 495 Current Issues in Crime and Social Justice; LA 302 Criminal Litigation. Students must also complete five of the following courses: SOC 202 Social Problems; SOC 303 Development of Social Thought; SOC 322 Race and Ethnic Relations; CJ 310 Policing in American Society; CJ 311 Correctional Institutions; PH 301 Ethics and Public Policy; PSY 220 Social Psychology; PSY 230 Abnormal Psychology; PSY 332 Psychology of Addictions. In addition, a student must complete the Liberal Arts Core requirements (see page 50). Students are also encouraged to demonstrate a proficiency in computer use by completing CIS 101 Computer Applications I or its equivalent. When other requirements are successfully completed in the senior year, the student is placed for either 280 hours (6 credits) or 420 hours (9 credits) in an internship (CJ 400). Prerequisites for the internship are a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or better, a grade of C- or better in all required courses for the major, a minimum of 12 credits earned at Marymount, and permission of the internship coordinator. The Minor The School of Education and Human Services offers a minor in Criminal Justice. This minor, which provides an overview of the field of criminal justice, is useful for students majoring in Psychology, Politics, and other disciplines. The Criminal Justice minor consists of a total of 21 credits and includes seven of the following courses: SOC 131 Principles of Sociology; SOC 202 Social Problems; SOC 250 Deviant Behavior; SOC 305 Criminology; SOC 307 Sociology of Juvenile Justice; CJ 308 Principles of Forensic Science; SOC 322 Race and Ethnic Relations; CJ 209 The Criminal Justice System; CJ 310 Policing in American Society; CJ 311 Correctional Institutions; CJ 312 Criminal Justice Management. PSYCHOLOGY (B.A., B.S.) Undergraduate Psychology courses and a major are offered by the School of Education and Human Services. Students may either major or minor in Psychology. Psychology courses are also popular and important electives for students majoring in other fields. A degree in Psychology offers a knowledge base for beginning professional responsibilities and a foundation for graduate study in Psychology, Social Work, Business, Physical Therapy, or related social sciences. Psychology graduates may work as mental health professionals in the community, as personnel officers in business or government, as analysts or researchers for organizations conducting behavioral studies, or as educators or clinical psychologists after further study leading to advanced degrees. A feature of the Psychology major is the division of its programs, each of which emphasizes specialized training depending upon career aspirations: • The Business emphasis is intended for those interested in personnel functions, mental health planning organizations, and marketing settings. • The Developmental Psychology emphasis is suggested for students who are interested in issues in human development across the life span. It may also be appropriate for students who are interested in education but do not elect the Education emphasis. • The Education emphasis may be selected by students interested in teaching at the PK-3 level. Completion of the required emphasis and general studies courses leads to licensure eligibility at the PK-3 level. This program is approved by the Virginia State Department of Education. NOTE: If a student in this emphasis is not admitted to the PK-3 licensure program before the beginning of the senior year, the student would then switch to another emphasis (usually Developmental Psychology or Human Services) and complete the requirements of that emphasis during the senior year. • The Health Sciences emphasis is designed for students who are interested in careers and/or graduate study in the health sciences, and provides the background in science necessary for admission to graduate programs in allied health professions. Students in the Health Sciences emphasis earn a B.S. in Psychology. • The Human Services emphasis is designed for those who are interested in the provision of helping services in a variety of mental health settings, including substance abuse programs, family and child services, crisis counseling centers, and welfare agencies. • The Pre-Physical Therapy program is intended for students interested in pursuing the combined program in Physical Therapy and Psychology at Marymount. NOTE: If a student in this emphasis is not admitted to the Physical Therapy program during the spring of the junior year, the student would then switch to another emphasis (usually Health Sciences) and complete the requirements of that emphasis during the senior year. Students in this emphasis earn a B.S. in Psychology. • The Social Psychology emphasis is designed for students who are interested in individual behavior in its social context. It may include courses in Sociology as well as Psychology. The Major Typically the following courses are completed during the years indicated: Freshman-Sophomore major courses: (All courses listed here must be completed with a grade of C- or better.) PSY 101 General Psychology; PSY 201 Statistics for the Social Sciences; PSY 202 Research Design for the Social Sciences; two courses chosen from PSY 210, 220, 230, or 240; and two courses chosen from PSY 250, 260, or 270. Students also should complete PSY 300 Research and Writing for the Social Sciences by spring of sophomore year, if possible. Ideally, PSY 300 would be taken concurrently with PSY 202. Junior-Senior major courses: (All courses listed here must be completed with a grade of C- or better.) Four upper-level emphasis courses (see description of emphasis areas below), two additional 300- or 400-level electives, PSY 400 Internship, and PSY 497 Senior Seminar. • Business emphasis courses must include MGT 304 Organizational Management; HRM 335 Human Resource Management; PSY 323 Industrial/Organizational Psychology; and one additional business-related course to be selected in conjunction with the student’s advisor. • Developmental Psychology emphasis courses must include PSY 311 Early Childhood Development; PSY 312 Adolescent Psychology; PSY 313 Adulthood and Aging; and one additional course chosen in conjunction with the student’s advisor. • Education emphasis courses must include ED 245E Exploring Teaching; ED 300 Reading, Writing, and Language Acquisition; ED 310 Reading and the Language Arts; ED 320 Assessing and Guiding Students in Early Childhood Settings; PSY 311 Early Childhood Development; PSY 341 Psychology of Individuals with Disabilities; ED 400 Teaching Mathematics and Science; ED 410 Teaching History and Social Studies; ED 460E Student Teaching (in place of PSY 400); plus required general studies courses. • Health Sciences emphasis courses include BIO 152; eight credits drawn from PSC (151, 152, 221 or 222), NU (above 110), BIO (above 152) or HPR 202. Health Sciences concentrators must complete BIO 151 as part of their Liberal Arts Core requirements. They must elect PSY 250 and PSY 260 as part of their Psychology major. • Human Services emphasis courses must include SOC 202 Social Problems; PSY 331 Human Service Agencies; PSY 322 Group Dynamics, and PSY 330 Counseling Theory and Process. • Pre-Physical Therapy program courses must include PSC 151-152 Principles of Chemistry I & II; BIO 151-152 General Biology I & II; BIO 161-162 Anatomy & Physiology I ⅈ MA 141 Precalculus II; PSC 171-172 General Physics I & II; HPR 202 Exercise Physiology; PH 210 General Ethics; PT 503 Health Care Delivery and Contemporary Society. If the student is admitted to the Physical Therapy program, the following courses are taken during the senior year: PT 501 Clinical Neuroscience; PT 504 Gross Anatomy; PT 502 Applied Pathophysiology; PT 505 Foundations of Physical Therapy Assessment and Treatment. Note: If a student in this emphasis is not admitted to the Physical Therapy program during the spring of the junior year, the student would then switch to another emphasis (usually Health Sciences) and complete the requirements of that emphasis during the senior year. Pre-PT students must elect PSY 210, 220, 250, and 260 as their 200-level required Psychology courses. • Social Psychology emphasis courses
must include PSY 321 Psychology of Gender; When other requirements are successfully completed in the senior year, the student is placed for 280 hours (6 credits) in an internship (PSY 400). Prerequisites for the internship are a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or better, a grade of C- or better in all courses required in the major, senior academic standing, a minimum of 12 credits earned at Marymount, and completion of the prerequisite courses required for each emphasis. The Minor The Psychology minor is popular with students in many
other disciplines and makes an excellent addition to career preparation
in a variety of fields. A minor in Psychology requires completion of PSY
101; 2 courses from SOCIOLOGY (B.A.) The School of Education and Human Services offers a major in General Sociology. The field is concerned with the social location of people–their culture, social class, gender, age, and education; the relationships between groups; and external influences that are internalized, becoming part of an individual’s identity and behavior. An undergraduate major in General Sociology provides a strong liberal arts preparation for entry-level positions in business, social service, and governmental sectors. Increasingly, employers are looking for people with the analytic skills that a Sociology major provides. The investigative skills emphasized in the major, along with the focus on working with diverse groups prove valuable to students pursuing careers in journalism, public relations, business, and public administration. Sociology also provides a strong base for later professional training in law, education, and social work. Students in Sociology interested in focusing their coursework may elect a special emphasis in Social Justice. This rigorous program analyzes those groups most in need of justice. By analyzing the consequences of inequality, these Sociology students examine ways of empowering the marginalized and voiceless to work effectively on their own behalf by developing community strategies that enable change. The Social Justice emphasis in Sociology provides a strong liberal arts preparation for entry-level positions as lobbyists, legislative advocates, fund-raisers, nonprofit directors and work in government agencies. Our program encourages students to develop their own framework for addressing social justice issues that interest them. The Social Justice emphasis also provides a strong base for later professional training in law, education and social work. Students in Sociology interested in focusing their coursework also may select a special emphasis in Early Childhood Education. This concentration may be selected by students interested in becoming teachers in the primary grades. Students will be prepared to apply theoretical and practical knowledge to early educational settings. Completion of the required emphasis, general studies courses lead to licensure eligibility at the PK-3 level. This program is approved by the Virginia Department of Education. NOTE: If a student in this emphasis is not admitted to the PK-3 licensure program before the beginning of the senior year, the student would switch to General Sociology and complete requirements for this major. The General Sociology Major There are 9 required courses: IS 200 Approaches to Gender and Society; SOC 201 Cultural Anthropology; SOC 202 Social Problems; SOC 303 Development of Social Thought; SOC 304 Applied Research Methods; SOC 306 Social Class in American Society; SOC 322 Race and Ethnic Relations; SOC 400 Internship; and SOC 495 Current Issues in Crime and Social Justice. Students must also complete 6 of the following courses, no more than 3 of which may be in Psychology: SOC 250 Deviant Behavior; SOC 302 Marriage and Family; SOC 307 Sociology of Juvenile Justice; SOC 350 Social Justice; SOC 351 Addressing Injustice; CJ 209 Criminal Justice System; CJ 310 Policing in American Society; CJ 311 Correctional Institutions; PSY 210 Human Growth and Development; PSY 220 Social Psychology; PSY 311 Early Childhood Development; PSY 312 Adolescent Psychology; PSY 313 Adulthood and Aging; PSY 321 Psychology of Gender; PSY 331 Human Service Agencies; and PSY 341 Psychology of Individuals with Disabilities. In addition, a student must complete the Liberal Arts Core requirements (see page 50). When all other requirements are successfully completed, in the senior year the student is placed for 280 hours (6 credits) in an internship, SOC 400, which complements his/her selected focus within the area of social justice. Prerequisites for the internship are a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher, a grade of C- or higher in all required courses for the major, a minimum of 12 credits earned at Marymount, and permission of the internship coordinator. Sociology major with There are 10 required courses: IS 200 Approaches to Gender and Society; SOC 201 Cultural Anthropology; SOC 202 Social Problems; SOC 303 Development of Social Thought; SOC 304 Applied Research Methods; SOC 306 Social Class in American Society; SOC 322 Race and Ethnic Relations; SOC 350 Social Justice; SOC 351 Addressing Injustice; and SOC 495 Current Issues in Crime and Social Justice. Students choose 6 electives to focus their work on a particular aspect of social justice and must complete independent work on a social justice issue of personal interest by taking one or both of the following courses: SOC 421 Project and/or SOC 433 Research. In addition, a student must complete the Liberal Arts Core requirements (see page 50). When all other requirements are successfully completed, in the senior year the student is placed for 280 hours (6 credits) in an internship, SOC 400, which complements his/her selected focus within the area of social justice. Prerequisites for the internship are a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher, a grade of C- or higher in all required courses for the major, a minimum of 12 credits earned at Marymount, and permission of the internship coordinator. Sociology major with Early Childhood Education emphasis There are 6 required courses: SOC 131 Principles of Sociology; SOC 201 Cultural Anthropology; SOC 303 Development of Social Thought; SOC 304 Applied Research Methods; SOC 306 Social Class in American Society; and SOC 322 Race and Ethnic Relations. Students may choose 3 electives from the following: SOC 202 Social Problems; SOC 250 Deviant Behavior; SOC 307 Sociology of Juvenile Justice; SOC 302 Marriage and Family; SOC 350 Social Justice; SOC 351 Addressing Injustice; SOC 360 Britain Today; and SOC 495 Current Issues in Crime and Social Justice. When all other requirements are successfully completed, in the senior year the student is placed in a student-teaching internship, ED 460E. Prerequisites for the internship are a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher, a grade of C- or higher in all required courses for the major, a minimum of 12 credits earned at Marymount, and permission of the Undergraduate Teacher Licensure Committee. Students in this program must meet with an Education advisor to ensure that all licensure requirements in general studies and professional studies are met. (See Professional Studies requirements.) Students are required to pass appropriate Praxis I and Praxis II tests. The Minor The School of Education and Human Services offers a minor in Sociology. This minor provides an overview of the field that is useful for students majoring in Psychology, Politics, or other disciplines. The minor consists of a total of 21 credits and includes seven of the following courses: SOC 131 Principles of Sociology; SOC 201 Cultural Anthropology; SOC 202 Social Problems or SOC 250 Deviant Behavior; SOC 303 Development of Social Thought; SOC 304 Applied Research Methods; SOC 306 Social Class in American Society; SOC 322 Race and Ethnic Relations; SOC 350 Social Justice: Ethical Dilemmas in Social Context; SOC 351 Addressing Injustice: Activism and Advocacy; SOC 495 Current Issues in Crime and Social Justice.
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