Adolescence Education - Social Studies, B.A.

HEGIS Number: 2201.01

Curriculum Code: U0125

Coordinator: Associate Professor, Xavier Maréchaux

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Degree in Adolescence Education Social Studies - Grades 7‑12

Students in this program earn a degree in both History (Social Studies track) and Adolescence Education. Candidates successfully completing this program of study are recommended by Old Westbury to New York State for initial certification as Adolescent Education (grades 7-12) teachers. The Social Studies coordinator, who holds a joint appointment in the School of Education and the History and Philosophy Department, is responsible for advising and approving students as they progress through the program.

Social Studies Content Requirements

Candidates must complete all requirements for one the options of the BA degree in History, Track II (Social Studies) .

Liberal Education Curriculum Courses

Students must complete requirements of the Old Westbury Liberal Education Curriculum.

Education Core Courses

* B or better required

ED 3742 - Middle Childhood and Adolescence Credits: 4
ED 3820 - Foundations of Special Education Credits: 4
ED 3900 - Foundations of Education Credits: 4
ED 4230 - Reading Across the Curriculum Credits: 4
ED 4231 - Reading Across the Curriculum Practicum Credits: 2
ED 4086 - Methods & Materials of Teaching Social Studies Credits: 4
ED 5890 - Observation, Practicum, and Seminar Credits: 4
ED 5900 - Student Teaching in Secondary School and Seminar (Grades 7-12) Credits: 12 *

Special Requirements

Except where the requirement is higher, candidates must earn a minimum grade of C in all required courses for the degree, whether taken at Old Westbury or elsewhere.