Loyola Marymount University Bulletin 2011-2012 > School of Education > Elementary and Secondary Education > Elementary Education > Master of Arts in Elementary Education with a Preliminary 2042 Multiple Subjects Credential

Master of Arts in Elementary Education with a Preliminary 2042 Multiple Subjects Credential

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Elementary Education

The combined Multiple Subject Preliminary Credential and Master of Arts in Elementary Education program is designed for graduate students who are seeking teaching positions in grades K-5 or any self-contained classrooms in grades 6-8. A student successfully completing either program is eligible to receive a Master of Arts in Elementary Education as well as to apply for a California Preliminary Multiple Subject Credential.

Provisional Admission Requirements for Master of Arts and/or Credential

Elementary Education requires the following for provisional admission:

Attendance at an Information Session (for credential candidates only)
Please contact the Director of Student Recruitment at soeinfo@lmu.edu for more information or to RSVP.
Submission of Graduate Application and Application Fee
Applicants will receive the complete application packet and instructions at the information session.
Candidate Information Sheet
Applicants must submit the Candidate Information Sheet with the complete application packet.
Statement of Intent
Applicants must write a 3-5 page essay describing how their experiences, qualities, and goals reflect the School of Education’s motto—REAL (Respect, Educate, Advocate, Lead). For additional information on REAL, see http://soe.lmu.edu. The Statement of Intent should be included with the application.
Letters of Recommendation
Applicants must submit three letters of recommendation to the Graduate Division. At least one letter must verify the applicant’s experience and familiarity with the age group appropriate to the candidate’s interest.
Grade Point Average (GPA) Requirement
A cumulative undergraduate GPA of 2.8 or higher or a GPA of 2.85 or higher in the last 60 units of the applicant’s undergraduate degree or a GPA of 3.0 or higher obtained in 9 units of graduate work. Students who do not meet this requirement may be recommended to the Exceptions Committee by the Academic Program Director.
Transcripts
Applicants must submit two sets of official transcripts with their bachelor’s degree posted. If applicants are in the process of completing the degree at the time of application, they must submit official transcripts with the degree posted by the start of registration for the following semester. Candidates who have attended more than one college or university must submit two sets of official transcripts from each college/university attended.
Observation/Volunteer Hours Plan of Action
Candidates must complete at least 20 hours of experience working with culturally diverse youths in the required age level for the program (elementary, 5-12 years of age).
Basic Skills Proficiency Requirements
All Multiple (Elementary) Subjects applicants must meet the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing requirements for basic skills. An official passing score on one of following examinations is required to demonstrate proficiency in basic skills:
- CBEST
- CSET: Multiple Subjects Plus Writing Skills examination—only multiple subjects candidates
Subject Matter Competency Test (CSET) Plan of Action
Candidates must demonstrate mastery of the required subject matter by passing the appropriate subject matter exam (CSET). Candidates will provide a written Plan of Action, on when the CSET will be taken. Candidates must provide an original passing score report to the School of Education.
Fingerprint Clearance
The application for fingerprint clearance (also known as Live Scan) should be completed on-line. Official results of the Certificate of Clearance must be received by the Credential Office prior to enrolling in education courses. All fees associated with the fingerprint clearance application must be included with the application to the Credential Office and are the responsibility of the student.
Tuberculin Test
Candidates must submit an official copy of their tuberculin skin test results, given within one year.
Technology Requirement
Candidates may satisfy the technology requirement by either completing a self-verification form or verifying the completion of an approved 2042 course through another institution. Candidates must register for LiveText during the first prerequisite course. An e-Portfolio fee is assessed during the first semester of enrollment.
Interview with the Academic Program Director/Assistant Director
Following the review of the complete application packet, the candidate will be contacted to schedule an admissions interview with the Academic Program Director/Assistant Director.

Upon completing the interview, the candidate’s application is submitted to the Associate Dean for review and recommendation. Once a recommendation is made, candidates will receive written correspondence from the School of Education and Graduate Admissions explaining their admission status. Candidates are notified of their admission status approximately two weeks after completing their admission interview with the Academic Program Director/Assistant Director.
Admission Status
Candidates are admitted on either Controlled or Provisional status to the appropriate Education Master of Arts and/or Credential Program.
Advisement
Immediately upon being either Controlled or Provisionally admitted, the student must schedule an appointment with the Academic Advisor.

Academic Advising: All candidates are required to meet with the Academic Advisor once a semester. Candidates are advised on appropriate course sequence and program information.

Professional Advising: All candidates are expected to meet with the Professional Advisor (Program Director/Assistant Director) once a semester. Candidates will discuss academic course progress, career plans and goals, dispositional issues and other issues related to the teaching profession.

Formal Admission Requirements for Master of Arts and/or Credential

Review by the Teacher Admission and Advisory Committee (TAAC): After the requirements for formal admission, outlined below, have been completed, the candidate will apply to the Teacher Admission and Advisory Committee (TAAC) for Formal Admission review. The Academic Advisor will facilitate the application process. It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure that all items have been completed and submitted, including the resolution of any Incomplete grades received in the prerequisite courses. Candidates will be notified of the Committee’s decision in writing. All documents become property of the University and will not be released to any person or institution unless required by law.

1. Advising

Academic Advising: All candidates are required to meet with the Academic Advisor once a semester. Candidates are advised on appropriate course sequence and program information.
Professional Advising: All candidates are expected to meet with the Professional Advisor (Program Director/Assistant Director) once a semester. Candidates will discuss academic course progress, career plans and goals, dispositional issues and other issues related to the teaching profession.
2. U.S. Constitution Requirement: Candidates may satisfy the U.S. Constitution requirement in one of the following ways:
Taking one of the following LMU courses: HIST 161, HIST 162, or POLS 135;
Completing an equivalent course at another institution. The course must be approved by the School of Education Admissions Coordinator. Candidates must present a course syllabus and course description;
Passing an approved examination offered through LMU’s History Department.
3. Prerequisite Courses: Candidates must complete the following four courses with a grade of "B" (3.0) or better:

EDLC 5000	Cultural Paradigms of Education
EDES 5001	Applied Educational Psychology for the Childhood and Adolescent Years
EDLC 5003	Theories of Second Language Acquisition
EDSS 6001	Teaching Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Students with Exceptional Needs

4. Disposition Rubric: Candidates are expected to uphold both academic and non-academic standards embraced by the School of Education. Non-academic factors include behaviors, dispositions, and attitudes that educators must positively develop. The Disposition Rubric will be used to assess the professional dispositions of our candidates.

Requirements for Student Teaching

Review by the Teacher Advisory Review Committee (TARC): After the requirements for student teaching, outlined below, have been completed the candidate will apply to TARC for review. Candidates must complete the application and Violation Affidavit with the Academic Advisor. The application will be submitted to the Teacher Advisory Review Committee (TARC) for review. It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure that all items have been completed and submitted, including the resolution of any incomplete grades received in any courses. Candidates will be notified of the Committee’s decision in writing. All eligible candidates will be contacted for an interview with the Coordinator of Clinical Education.

1. Complete the following three courses with a grade of "B" (3.0) or better prior to enrolling in student teaching:

EDLC 5200	Methodology in English Language Development and Specially Designed Academic Instruction in English for Elementary Educators
EDES 6200	Elementary Curriculum and Methods
EDES 6202	Teaching Reading for Today's Learners

2. CSET: Candidates must submit official passing score report verifying 100% successful completion of all elements of the CSET to the Academic Advisor.

3. Teaching Performance Assessments (TPA) Task 1 and Task 2 (fee based, 0 semester hours)

EDCE 5950	TPA Task 1 Subject Specific Pedagogy
EDCE 5951	TPA Task 2 Designing Instruction

4. Health Education for Educators: Candidates may satisfy the Health Education requirement in one of the following ways:

a. Successful completion of EDES 8000

b. Successful completion of a 2042 approved course through another institution. It is recommended that the candidate obtain approval from the School of Education Credential Office prior to taking class. Official transcripts must be submitted as evidence of course completion.

5. Professional Advising: Schedule an appointment with the Program Director/Assistant Director once a semester by calling 310.338.2863.

6. Disposition Rubric Score: Candidates are expected to uphold both academic and non-academic standards embraced by the School of Education. Non-academic factors include behaviors, dispositions, and attitudes that educators must positively develop. The Disposition Rubric will be used to assess the professional dispositions of our candidates.

Enrolling in Student Teaching

In order to be accepted and successfully complete student teaching, all students must comply with the policies and requirements set forth by the School of Education’s Clinical Education Department. All student teacher placements are made by the Clinical Education Department. Students will enroll in:

EDCE 5976	Elementary Directed Teaching (9 semester hours)
EDCE 5952	TPA Task 3 Assessing Learning (0 semester hours, fee required)
EDCE 5953	TPA Task 4 Culminating Teaching Experience (0 semester hours, fee required)

Note: If you are in a Combined Master of Arts and Credential Program, only six (6) semester hours of graduate student teaching may be applied to the Master of Arts program.

Reading Instruction Competence Assessment (RICA)

After completing EDES 6202 (Teaching Reading for Today's Learners), candidates are eligible to take the RCIA. Candidates must pass and submit an original score report of the RICA to the School of Education prior to applying for the credential.

Additional Coursework Required for the Master of Arts Degree

OPTION 1: Elementary Education

1. Choose one of the following courses and complete with a 3.0 or better:

EDLC 6100	Anthropological Analysis of Cultural Diversity
EDES 6103	Curriculum and Instructional Leadership
EDLA 6105	Assessment and Research Methodology
EDSS 6106	Human Development and Learning

2. Complete EDES 6995, Comprehensive Exam in Elementary Education (0 semester hours, fee required)

OPTION 2: Literacy and Language Arts

The Master of Arts in Literacy and Language Arts combined with the 2042 Preliminary Multiple Subjects or Single Subject Teaching Credential offers the opportunity for a graduate student to receive both a preliminary teaching credential and a Master of Arts degree. Candidates who initially applied for admission to the credential program only must add the Master of Arts degree prior to the pre-fieldwork assessment.

Program Requirements

a. All 2042 Preliminary Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential courses

b. Additional Required Coursework

EDES 6355	Introduction to Reading Difficulties
EDES 6356	Practicum I: Diagnosis and Intervention in Reading

c. Comprehensive Assessment: Candidates meet with the Program Director to discuss their timeline and enrollment in either the comprehensive exam or the thesis project series.

EDES 6995	Comprehensive Exam: Literacy (0 semester hours, fee required)
	or

Thesis Option (See Program Director for detailed course sequence)

Exit Interview

The candidate must schedule an exit interview with the Program Director or Assistant Director. The exit interview must be completed prior to submitting an application for a credential and/or Master of Arts degree.

Application Process for the Preliminary Multiple Subject Credential

When all requirements have been completed successfully, candidates must complete the Credential Application through the School of Education to the Commission on Teacher Credentialing, State of California (additional fee required; see website for more information).

Application for Master of Arts Degree

Candidates must complete an application for a Master of Arts degree with the Office of the Registrar the semester prior to the completion of degree requirements. Please follow up with the Office of the Registrar for commencement participation.

Professional 2042 Clear Teaching Credential

A student has five years after obtaining the preliminary credential to complete the requirements for the professional clear credential. This Clear Credential is intended for Catholic and private school teachers who do not have access to a district induction program. For more information, see the section on the Professional 2042 Clear Teaching Credential.