B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies - Grades 4-8 Generalist Certification
Interdisciplinary Learning and Teaching | Undergraduate Degree
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Purpose of Program
The Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies (Grades 4-8 Generalist Certification Concentration) program prepares students to pursue a career as an educator in a fourth through eight grade classroom setting.
The minimum number of semester credit hours required for the IDS degree with grades 4–8 generalist certification is 120, at least 39 of which must be at the upper-division level.
Program Options
Core Curriculum requirements (42 semester credit hours)
Students seeking the Bachelor of Arts degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with teacher certification must fulfill University Core Curriculum requirements. The courses listed below satisfy both degree requirements and Core Curriculum requirements. For a complete listing of courses that satisfy the Core Curriculum requirements, see below.
MAT 1023 should be used to satisfy the core requirement in Mathematics. BIO 1233 and BIO 1243 should be used to satisfy the core requirement in Life and Natural Sciences. All IDS majors must complete AIS 1203, and either AAS 2013 or MAS 2013 is recommended to satisfy the core requirements in Language, Philosophy and Culture. HIS 2053 is recommended to satisfy a core requirement in American History. IDS 2113 should be used to satisfy the core requirement in Social and Behavioral Sciences. MAS 2023 is recommended to satisfy the core requirement in Creative Arts. COM 2113 is recommended to satisfy the Component Area Option.
IDS Degree Requirements
A. IDS Core courses
IDS 2113 Society and Social Issues
IDS 3003 STEM in Social Contexts
IDS 3013 Diversity, Equity, and the Social Sciences
IDS 3123 Culture, Literature, and Fine Arts
IDS 3713 Interdisciplinary InquiryB. IDS Support courses
BBL 3403 Cultural and Linguistic Diversity in a Pluralistic Society
GRG 1013 Fundamentals of Geography
IDS 2403 Physical Science
IDS 2413 Earth Systems Science
MAT 1153 Essential Elements in Mathematics I
MAT 1163 Essential Elements in Mathematics II
Certification Requirements
EDP 3303 Learning and Development in the Middle School Context (Grades 4-8)
EDP 4203 Assessment and Evaluation
ESL 3063 Second Language Acquisition in Early Adolescence
IDS 2013 Introduction to Learning and Teaching in a Culturally Diverse Society
RDG 3523 Reading for Teachers–Grades 4–8
RDG 3633 Literature and Other Texts Across the Content Areas–Grades 4–8
RDG 3803 Writing Development and Processes
SPE 3603 Introduction to Special Education
The following courses require and advisor code and are restricted to students who have applied for and been accepted into the Teacher Certification Program
RDG 3533 Reading and Writing Across the Disciplines–Grades 4–8
Professional Education Requirements
The following courses require and advisor code and are restricted to students who have applied for and been accepted into the Teacher Certification Program
C&I 4433 Approaches to Teaching Science Grades 4-8
C&I 4443 Approaches to Teaching Mathematics Grades 4-8
C&I 4543 Approaches to Teaching Social Studies Grades 4-8
C&I 4603 Mathematics and Science Approaches and Classroom Management Strategies Grades 4-8
C&I 4623 Applied Teaching: Grades 4-8
C&I 4626 Student Teaching: Grades 4-8
Career Opportunities
Students who complete the program, graduate from the university, and obtain their teacher certification will be able to pursue a career as an educator in all subject areas in a fourth through eighth grade classroom.
Job Outlook/Earnings
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Admission Requirements
All applicants must meet UTSA admission requirements and be in good standing with last institution attended (previous college experience). In addition, applicants must meet/fulfill the following departmental requirements or submissions:
Requirements for Admission to The University of Texas at San Antonio:
http://www.utsa.edu/admissions/undergrad/requirements/2013-requirements.html
Undergraduate Catalog:
http://catalog.utsa.edu/undergraduate/
UTSA ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
Freshmen | Freshmen (International) | Transfers | Transfer (International) | Re-Admission | Non-Degree Seeking
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAM ASSISTANCE:
For assistance with Admission Requirements, please contact the Admissions/Enrollment Office or the COEHD Advising Office (Listed Under Contacts)
How to Apply
Undergraduate Admissions
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Financial Aid & Scholarships
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Main Building 3.212
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Undergraduate Contacts/Departments
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