B.A. in Elementary Education

The B.A. in Elementary Education equips students with the knowledge of philosophical and educational principles underlying the teaching of elementary school students. Throughout the program, students will learn how to develop highly reflective, creative, and critical teaching skills and demonstrate the knowledge to connect theory to practice. Skills and practical methods of teaching elementary school students are covered both in the classroom and through field teaching experience.

The Elementary Education program also offers a bilingual education endorsement for those who are interested.

The program is nationally accredited by the Association for Childhood Education International.

Program Benefits

Upon completion of the B.A. in Elementary Education, students will:

• Meet current State of Illinois standards for Elementary Education licensure
• Qualify for Elementary Education Endorsement
• Complete 200 clock hours in a local school and a student teaching experience

Minors

• Math and Science Concepts

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Northeastern Illinois University is one of the most diverse universities in the United States with a welcoming community of more than 7,000 students. Small classes mean you will work closely with our excellent faculty who will help you discover and develop ideas that will shape the future. You will learn to think critically, adapt to change, solve problems, and become a leader in your chosen field—qualities employers desire.

Northeastern’s 67-acre Main Campus is located in a safe residential community on the Northwest Side of Chicago, Illinois.

As one of the world’s great cities, Chicago is a key location for business, technology, art, food, architecture and sports.

The diversity of Chicago is reflected in the shops and restaurants that are just walking distance from NEIU thus you will never be far from the food and other items that you are used to at home. Northeastern offers students the best of both worlds—access to all Chicago has to offer and a retreat from its hustle and bustle.

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