Overview
The BSEd program in Elementary Education was designed for students who seek to become licensed elementary school teachers. This major focuses on laying the foundation for children’s lifelong learning and development. Elementary majors are prepared to teach essential knowledge and skills (including literacy, numeracy, critical thinking, and social interaction), but also to foster children’s curiosity, creativity, and thirst for knowledge. These students learn to create nurturing and inclusive classroom environments where children feel valued and supported. In the Elementary major, students will learn to tailor their instruction to meet the diverse needs of each student, employing innovative teaching methods to engage and inspire curiosity.
All of Loyola’s Bachelor of Science in Education (BSEd) majors complete the Teaching, Learning, and Leading with Schools and Communities (TLLSC) curriculum. This unique, research-based approach emphasizes authentic practices in field-based learning experiences in K-12 school and community settings. These modules were designed with four Cornerstones in mind—partnering with schools and communities, classroom diversity, ongoing classroom experience, and participating in professional learning communities.
Upon program completion, Elementary Education majors earn a BSEd in Elementary Education. They are eligible for the Illinois State Board of Education Professional Educator License (PEL) in Elementary Education (grades 1 through 6), as well as the English as Second Language (ESL) endorsement and the International Baccalaureate certificate. All credentials are built into the Elementary Education major.
Curriculum
The Elementary Education major includes Core Curriculum and School of Education courses. In addition, all Education majors complete field-based learning modules carrying a TLSC prefix. Each of these types of requirements is explained in the table below. Elementary Education-specific sections begin in Phase Two of the program. Consult the SOE undergraduate advisor and the Suggested Sequence of Classes table for the specific requirements of the Elementary Education major.
Course Requirements
Course List Code | Title | Hours |
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CIEP 104 | Mathematics for Teachers I | 3 |
CIEP 105 | Mathematics for Teachers II | 3 |
CIEP 206 | Children's Literature | 3 |
CIEP 359 | Teaching Reading | 3 |
ELPS 219 | American Education | 3 |
ELPS 302 | Philosophy of Education | 3 |
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TLSC 110 | The Profession and Our Program (TLLSC) | 1 |
TLSC 120 | Bringing Language, Learning & Development Theory into Practice | 2 |
TLSC 130 | Sequence One: 130 Community Immersion | 1 |
TLSC 140 | Teaching, Learning and Leading for Social Justice | 1 |
TLSC 150 | Constructive Learning Environments For Diverse Students | 1 |
TLSC 160 | Analyzing Culturally-Responsive Classroom Instruction | 1 |
TLSC 210 | Educational Policy For Diverse Students | 2 |
TLSC 221 | Individualized Instruction and Assessment for Diverse Learners | 2 |
TLSC 222 | Authentic Assessment and Instruction for Bilingual Learners | 2 |
TLSC 300A | Professional Learning Communities ((4 @ 0 credits) Elementary Education majors must enroll each fall in the TLSC 300B section that corresponds with their major. Fall/Spring PLC credit is issued in the spring. Students must enroll in PLCs every semester for all four years.) | 0 |
TLSC 300B | Professional Learning Communities ((4 @ 1 credit) Elementary Education majors must enroll each spring in the TLSC 300B section that corresponds with their major. Students must enroll in PLCs every semester for all four years.) | 1 |
TLSC 231 | Teaching Science/Writing in Elem and Middle Grades | 3 |
TLSC 232 | Integrated Teaching/Learning Social Studies & Writing in Elementary Grades | 3 |
TLSC 310 | Language and Literacy for Diverse Students | 2 |
TLSC 320 | Using Classroom Data in a Collaborative Env to Advance Student Achievement | 2 |
TLSC 330 | Discipline-Specific Literacy for Diverse Students | 2 |
TLSC 340 | Teaching and Learning in an Area of Specialization | 2 |
TLSC 350 | Teaching and Learning with a Global Framework | 4 |
TLSC 360 | Developing Rigorous and Relevant Instruction & Assessment | 3 |
TLSC 370 | Design&Implement Rigorous&Rlvnt Instrctn&Assmt: Tching Perform Assmt Prep | 3 |
TLSC 380 | Tching, Lrning & Leading with Schools & Communities Internship: Stud Tching | 12 |
Total Hours | 71 |
Suggested Sequence of Courses
This sequence of courses is meant to be used as a suggested path for completing coursework. Elementary Education majors must consult their SOE advisor for assistance with course selection and to ensure that all Education degree requirements are met. Note that TLSC modules must be taken in a prescribed order. Students must complete each sequence before moving on to the next. Major-specific CIEP courses are linked to a sequence and must be taken within that semester.
Plan of Study Grid
Sequence 1 |
TLSC 300A |
Professional Learning Communities () |
0 |
TLSC 110 |
The Profession and Our Program (TLLSC) |
1 |
TLSC 120 |
Bringing Language, Learning & Development Theory into Practice |
2 |
TLSC 130 |
Sequence One: 130 Community Immersion |
1 |
UCWR 110 |
Writing Responsibly |
3 |
MATH 108 |
Real World Modeling with Mathematics |
3 |
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3 |
UNIV 101 |
First Year Seminar |
1 |
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| Hours | 14 |
Sequence 2 |
TLSC 300B |
Professional Learning Communities () |
1 |
TLSC 140 |
Teaching, Learning and Leading for Social Justice |
1 |
TLSC 150 |
Constructive Learning Environments For Diverse Students |
1 |
TLSC 160 |
Analyzing Culturally-Responsive Classroom Instruction |
1 |
CIEP 104 |
Mathematics for Teachers I |
3 |
CIEP 206 |
Children's Literature |
3 |
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3 |
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3 |
| Hours | 16 |
Sequence 3 |
TLSC 300A |
Professional Learning Communities () |
0 |
TLSC 210 |
Educational Policy For Diverse Students |
2 |
TLSC 221 |
Individualized Instruction and Assessment for Diverse Learners |
2 |
TLSC 222 |
Authentic Assessment and Instruction for Bilingual Learners |
2 |
ELPS 219 |
American Education |
3 |
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3 |
| |
3 |
| Hours | 15 |
Sequence 4 |
TLSC 300B |
Professional Learning Communities () |
1 |
CIEP 359 |
Teaching Reading |
3 |
CIEP 105 |
Mathematics for Teachers II |
3 |
TLSC 231 |
Teaching Science/Writing in Elem and Middle Grades |
3 |
TLSC 232 |
Integrated Teaching/Learning Social Studies & Writing in Elementary Grades |
3 |
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3 |
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| Hours | 16 |
Sequence 5 |
TLSC 300A |
Professional Learning Communities () |
0 |
TLSC 310 |
Language and Literacy for Diverse Students |
2 |
TLSC 320 |
Using Classroom Data in a Collaborative Env to Advance Student Achievement |
2 |
TLSC 330 |
Discipline-Specific Literacy for Diverse Students |
2 |
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3 |
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3 |
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3 |
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| Hours | 15 |
Sequence 6 |
TLSC 300B |
Professional Learning Communities () |
1 |
TLSC 340 |
Teaching and Learning in an Area of Specialization |
2 |
TLSC 350 |
Teaching and Learning with a Global Framework |
4 |
PHYS 101 |
Liberal Arts Physics |
3 |
PLSC 101 |
American Politics |
3 |
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3 |
| Hours | 16 |
Sequence 7 |
TLSC 300A |
Professional Learning Communities () |
0 |
TLSC 360 |
Developing Rigorous and Relevant Instruction & Assessment |
3 |
TLSC 370 |
Design&Implement Rigorous&Rlvnt Instrctn&Assmt: Tching Perform Assmt Prep |
3 |
ELPS 302 |
Philosophy of Education |
3 |
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3 |
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3 |
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| Hours | 15 |
Sequence 8 |
TLSC 300B |
Professional Learning Communities () |
1 |
TLSC 380 |
Tching, Lrning & Leading with Schools & Communities Internship: Stud Tching |
12 |
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| Hours | 13 |
| Total Hours | 120 |
School of Education Requirements
Undergraduate students in the School of Education must complete all degree requirements with a grade of C or better in order to graduate and be entitled for the Illinois State Professional Educator License (PEL). They must also enroll in and pass PLCs each semester. In order to enroll in TLSC modules, all students must complete required documentation procedures, including background checks, at designated points in their pathway and as required by field sites. TLSC modules address the University requirement for Engaged Learning.
Licensure Requirements
In order to be entitled for the Illinois State Professional Educator License (PEL), students must pass the Illinois Elementary Education licensure exam prior to their final internship semester.
Additional Undergraduate Graduation Requirements
All Undergraduate students are required to complete the University Core, at least one Engaged Learning course, and UNIV 101. SCPS students are not required to take UNIV 101. Nursing students in the Accelerated BSN program are not required to take core or UNIV 101. You can find more information in the University Requirements area.