Bachelor of Education

Preparing Outstanding Teachers for Our Children

Education At Crandall The Bachelor of Education program at Crandall University is one of the most respected teacher preparation programs in Eastern Canada. A Crandall Education degree prepares you to teach in virtually any classroom, anywhere.

Bachelor of Education The goal of our Bachelor of Education program is to graduate teachers who will become student- centered educational leaders with a commitment to the important mission of educating generations to come.

Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Education degree, you will be well prepared to take on teaching challenges in a broad range of classroom settings. You will also be eligible to apply for a Level 5 Teaching Certificate, which equips you to teach in the elementary or secondary school classroom.

You may pursue your Bachelor of Education in one of two ways: • Consecutive – You will complete four semesters of teacher education after you have completed your undergraduate degree (B.A., B.B.A. or B.Sc.) or equivalent. Your Possible Career Paths • Concurrent – Taken at the same time as your undergraduate degree (B.A., B.B.A. or B.Sc.), this & Areas of Continued Study: approach requires a minimum of 5 years to complete both degrees. If you wish to pursue the • Public School Teacher concurrent program, you should apply during the second semester of your first year at Crandall. • Christian School Teacher What to expect when you graduate • School Liaison Crandall’s Bachelor of Education program has an excellent reputation in the public schools, which often • Departments of Education translates into job offers shortly after graduation. Graduates of our program have gone on to teach in public schools, community colleges and at international institutions. Many pursue advanced degrees at • Teaching Internationally graduate school. • Corporate Trainer

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Special Program Highlights for a Bachelor of Education • Our Bachelor of Education graduates hold a strong reputation around the world. Often they are specifically requested for internship placement in places such as China and Australia. • Education professors stay abreast of current literature and methodology discussed in professional journals so our students learn the very latest techniques and approaches. • Students learn to use the latest classroom technology including such resources as Smart boards, student response systems, digital document cameras and infrared classroom sound amplification. • The program includes 17 weeks in the classroom – 2 weeks of observation and 15 consecutive weeks of actual teaching experience. Students complete their first semester course work before they are in a classroom so they can get maximum benefit from their observations.

Interesting Courses You May Take Literacy Education – Students focus on literacy at the elementary and middle school levels, with an emphasis on the development of literacy skills. Participants explore such topics as language acquisition, reading and writing processes and the theoretical basis for instructional procedures.

Theory & Practice – Students learn about classroom organization and management. Students will be challenged to consider their own beliefs, the learning process and who the learner is.

Instruction & Leaning Processes – Students will develop skills in lesson planning so it reflects the best practices for learning. Participants will learn a variety of teaching tools for use in the classroom, as well as, learn strategies for working with a team of professionals. Bachelor or Education

Delivery and Program Options

Delivery Options

Consecutive B.Ed. Degree This is available to those individuals who have previously completed a B.A., B.B.A., or B.Sc. degree, or equivalent. (Note: Equivalences are based on Crandall’s standards and guidelines.) It is a two-year, 60 credit hour program.

Concurrent B.Ed. Degree This is available to those individuals who have completed 30 credit hours towards a B.A., B.B.A. or B.Sc. degree, or equivalent, and are interested in completing the two degrees simultaneously. The two degrees combine into 180 credit hours, but in certain instances this may be reduced to 168 credit hours should electives be available from the student’s initial undergraduate degree. The concurrent program begins in the student’s second year and requires a minimum of four years of study beyond the initial year, for a total of five years. Students will need to maximize their courses within several semesters and/or take additional spring or summer courses to graduate with both degrees in five years. (Note: Equivalencies are based on Crandall’s standards and guidelines.)

Program Options

1. Elementary Degree Requirements The B.Ed. (Elementary) degree is granted upon completion of 60 credit hours of Education courses which include the specific requirements listed below. All requirements for a B.A., B.B.A., or B.Sc. degree, or equivalent, must be completed prior to the awarding of the B.Ed. degree. Course work is required in four areas: Foundations of Education (18 credit hours), Areas of Study (21 credit hours), Electives Area (6 credit hours), and Field Practicum (15 credit hours). A minimum of 168 credit hours will be required to earn the two degrees, but this is possible if some education courses have been completed as part of one’s first baccalaureate degree. Most consecutive B.Ed. graduates will have completed 180 credit hours. All courses in the Foundation of Education and Areas of Study sections require a minimum grade of “B-”.

Students who have not completed their B.A., B.B.A., or B.Sc., or equivalent, at Crandall University normally will be required to take an additional six credit hours in Bible-oriented Religious Studies courses in order to meet Crandall’s B.A., B.B.A., or B.Sc. equivalency requirements.

The specific B.Ed. (Elementary) requirements are given below:

I. Foundations of Education A foundation of 18 credit hours is required as follows: A. ED 3213/3223 - Theory and Practice: Secondary/Elementary (6 cr. hrs) B. ED 3313/3323- Instructional and Learning Processes: Elementary/Secondary (6 cr. hrs) C. ED 4013 - Worldview Seminar* (3 cr. hrs) D. ED 4103 - Educational Psychology: Inclusionary Practices (3 cr. hrs) * NOTE: Concurrent Education students may take ID4013 as an equivalent. Crandall graduates are exempt from ED4013 and must replace it with another course from the elective area. Bachelor or Education

II. Areas of Study A minimum of 21 credit hours is required as follows: A. ED 3113 - Literacy Education (3 cr. hrs) B. ED 3203 - Mathematics Education (3 cr. hrs) C. ED 3303 - Science Education (3 cr. hrs) D. ED 3413 - Social Studies Education (3 cr. hrs) E. ED 3823 - Physical/Wellness Education (3 cr. hrs) F. ED 3913 - Fine Arts Education I: Music (3 cr. hrs) G. ED 3923 - Fine Arts Education II: Art (3 cr. hrs)

III. Electives Electives (6 credit hours) are required to complete a total of 60 credit hours. As Crandall graduates are exempt from ED4013, it must be replaced with another course from the elective area. As a result, Crandall graduates require 9 credit hours in electives.

IV. Field Practicum Program A. ED 5115 - Internship or ED5215 Global Internship (15 cr. hrs)

V. Bible-oriented Religious Studies Bible-oriented Religious Studies courses (6 credit hours) are required of students in order to meet Crandall’s B.A., B.B.A., or B.Sc. equivalency requirements. Crandall graduates are exempt from this requirement as it has been met in their first degree.

2. Secondary Degree Requirements The B.Ed. (Secondary) degree is granted upon completion of 60 credit hours of Education courses which include the specific requirements listed below. All requirements for a B.A., B.B.A., or B.Sc. degree, or equivalent, must be complete prior to the awarding of the B.Ed. degree.

Course work is required in four areas: Foundations of Education (21 credit hours), Core Methods (12 credit hours), Electives (12 credit hours), and Field Practicum (15 credit hours). A minimum of 168 credit hours will be required to earn the two degrees, but this is possible if some education courses have been completed as part of one’s first baccalaureate degree. Most Consecutive B.Ed. graduates will have completed 180 credit hours. All courses in the Foundation of Education and Core Methods sections require a minimum grade of “B-“.

The specific B.Ed. – Secondary requirements are given below:

I. Foundations of Education A foundation of 21 credit hours is required as follows: A. ED3113 – Literacy Education (3 cr. hrs) B. ED3213/3223 – Theory and Practice: Secondary/Elementary (6 cr. hrs) C. ED3313/3323 – Instructional and Learning Processes: Elementary/Secondary(6 cr. hrs) D. ED4013 – Worldview Seminar* (3 cr. hrs) E. ED4103 – Educational Psychology: Inclusionary Practices (3 cr. hrs) *NOTE: Concurrent Education students may take ID4013 as an equivalent. Crandall graduates are exempt from ED4013 and must replace it with another course from the elective area.

II. Areas of Study Four of the following courses must be completed. A minimum of 12 credit hours is required. A. ED3203 – Mathematics Education (3 cr. hrs) B. ED3303 – Science Education (3 cr. hrs) C. ED3413 – Social Studies Education (3 cr. hrs) D. ED3423 – Technology in Education (3 cr. hrs) E. ED3823 – Physical/Wellness Education (3 cr. hrs) F. ED3913 – Fine Arts Education I: Music (3 cr. hrs) G. ED3923 – Fine Arts Education II: Art (3 cr. hrs)

III. Electives Electives (12 credit hours) are required to complete a total of 60 credit hours. As Crandall graduates are exempt from ED4013, it must be replaced with another course from the elective area. As a result, Crandall graduates require 15 credit hours in electives.

IV. Field Practicum Program A. ED5115 – Internship or ED5215 – Global Internship (15 cr. hrs)

Entrance Requirements

Elementary Entrance Requirements

To be considered, students must satisfy the following minimum requirements: 1. To begin the Concurrent B.Ed. (Elementary) program, students must have completed a minimum of 30 credit hours of a B.A., B.B.A., or B.Sc. program (or the equivalent). To begin the two-year Consecutive B.Ed. (Elementary) program, students must have completed a B.A., B.B.A., or B.Sc. degree (or the equivalent). (Please note that equivalency will be based on Crandall University standards and guidelines.)

2. Students’ post-secondary record, whether applying for the Concurrent or the Consecutive B.Ed., must show evidence of above average ability. For the Concurrent B.Ed. program, the requirement is a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or a B equivalent on a scale where 4.33 is the highest mark available. For the Consecutive B.Ed. program, the requirement is a cumulative GPA of 2.67 or a B- equivalent on a scale where 4.33 is the highest mark available over students’ last 60 credit hours of study.

3. In addition to a strong academic record, evidence of professional suitability, supported by references and previous work or volunteer experience with children, is required.

4. Students must complete a letter of rationale explaining their reasons for applying to the B.Ed. (Elementary) program.

Secondary Entrance Requirements

To be considered, students must satisfy the following minimum requirements: 1. To begin the Concurrent B.Ed. (Secondary) program, students must have completed a minimum of 30 credit hours of a B.A., B.B.A., or B.Sc. program (or the equivalent). The program must lead to either a 30 credit hour major in a teachable subject area or a 24 credit hour major in a teachable subject area and a 18 credit hour minor in a teachable subject area. To begin the two-year Consecutive B.Ed. (Secondary) program, students must have completed a B.A., B.B.A., or B.Sc. degree (or the equivalent) and have a minimum of 60 credit hours in teachables within their degree. The 60 credit hours in teachables must include either a 30 credit hour major in a teachable subject area or a 24 credit hour major in a teachable subject area and a18 credit hour minor in a teachable subject area. (Please note that equivalency will be based on Crandall University standards and guidelines.)

Teachable subjects, according to the NB Office of Teacher Certification, include: Biology, Business Administration, Canadian Studies, Chemistry, Classics, Commerce, Computer Science, Drama, Economics, English, Environmental Science, Family Studies, French, Geography, Graphic Arts and Design, Health, History, Home Economics, Information Technology, Languages, Mathematics, Music, Physical Education, Physics, Political Science, Technology Education, Theatre Arts, Visual Arts.

2. Students’ post-secondary records must show evidence of above average ability. For the Concurrent B.Ed. program, the requirement is a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or a B equivalent on a scale where 4.33 is the highest mark available. For the Consecutive B.Ed. program, the requirement is a cumulative GPA of 2.67 or a B- equivalent on a scale where 4.33 is the highest mark available over the student’s last 60 credit hours of study.

3. In addition to a strong academic record, evidence of professional suitability, supported by references and previous work or volunteer experience with children, is required.

4. Students must complete a letter of rationale explaining their reasons for applying to the B.Ed. (Secondary) program. Bachelor or Education

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I make an appointment to talk with a member of the Education Admissions Committee before filing my application? A: We are happy to speak to you by telephone (506-858-8970) or through e-mail, [email protected], to answer questions you may have before submitting your application. Q: What should I include in my rationale? A: You should describe in detail your experiences dealing with children, as well as your reasons for wanting to become a teacher. In this section you will need to provide information to the Committee that indicates those background experiences and factors that have led you to this place in your life and how teaching came into focus. Length should be no more than three pages. Q: What kinds of references are most helpful? A: References which state that the applicant is very qualified to pursue teaching and specify relevant skills and attributes observed by the author to warrant that conclusion are most helpful. Observations should be based on the author’s first hand knowledge of the applicant. References that are authored by an individual possessing thorough knowledge and understanding of the skills and attributes required to be an effective teacher are often most valuable. Please use reference forms supplied. Q: What transcripts need to be submitted? A: Official copies of all post secondary transcripts must be submitted and sent from the host institution directly to the Education Admissions Office. Faxed or downloaded versions will not be accepted. Q: Do I need to submit a “Disclosure of Criminal Record Information (Criminal Record Check)” with my application? A: Yes. The Criminal Record Information must include a vulnerable sector check. You will be able to obtain this through your local detachment of the RCMP or local police force. Q: Do I need experience working with children? A: Yes. Experience working with children is required of all applicants. Experience in a public school setting is highly recommended. We will consider private school, summer camp, or other work with groups of children for this experience. Baby sitting and tutoring are generally not strong indicators of work with children. Q: What is the admissions process? A: The admissions process occurs in two phases. Phase 1 consists of an initial screening of all applicants. Phase 2 consists of an interview with the Education Admissions Committee. Telephone interviews may be arranged for those applicants that are overseas during the interview period. Q: How will I be notified to schedule an interview? A: The Assistant Registrar for Professional Studies will contact you by e-mail or letter so you can schedule an appointment. Q: What should I wear to the interview? A: You are being interviewed for a pre-professional program. Dress accordingly. Please do not wear perfume. Q: Am I able to defer my admission? A: In exceptional circumstances, admission may be deferred for one academic year. Q: Is there a waiting list? A: Yes. The waiting list is comprised of applicants that were interviewed but were not accepted due to enrolment caps. Applicants placed on the waiting will be notified of their acceptance as seats become available. The waiting list remains active until August 15th. Q: Does Crandall University have any additional course requirements? A: Two Religious Studies courses with Biblical content are required unless you have them from previous programs of study. These courses are completed concurrently with other Education program requirements. Bachelor or Education

Application Procedure An application for admission to the Bachelor of Education program at Crandall University may be obtained from the Education Admissions Office. Along with this form, all applicants must submit the following documentation:

1. A letter of rationale which details their desire/passion to teach, and links that passion to their experiences with children. Rationales should two to three pages in length;

2. Three B.Ed. reference forms which assess students’ suitability for the teaching profession in terms of the student’s character, personal qualities and ability to work with young people. References should be sealed and sent directly from the referee to the Education Admissions Office. Please use the reference forms provided by the Education Admissions Office;

3. Official transcripts from ALL post-secondary institutions attended;

4. Disclosure of Criminal Record information, including a vulnerable sector check;

5. A list of all previous teaching/leadership experiences with children in a resume format;

6. A non-refundable $50 application fee.

Students should forward all other application materials to the address below: Education Admissions Office Crandall University Box 6004 Moncton, NB E1C 9L7 Email: [email protected]

Application deadlines are as follows: 1. For fall admission, students must apply on or before January 31st;

Note: As space is limited in the Bachelor of Education program, selected students will be interviewed for possible admission. Successful completion of the minimum requirements guarantees that applications will be considered for an interview but does not guarantee an interview or admission.

When students are accepted into the Bachelor of Education program at Crandall University, a $300.00 Enrolment deposit is required after receiving their letter of acceptance to the program. This deposit is non-refundable and will be applied directly to the student’s account.