Secondary Education

Program participants will be aware of realities of schooling, educational reform movements, and pedagogical research on best practices, and will be able to thoughtfully consider the best interests of students when allocating time or other classroom resources.

The secondary education program prepares prospective teachers to work with grades 8-12 in the areas of:

• Biology
• Chemistry
• English
• History
• Mathematics

And grades 5-12 in the area of Spanish.

For more information, contact
Mary Janeczek, chair, education division
413-265-2291
janeczekm@elms.edu

Prospective secondary teachers will be able to:

• Plan curriculum and instruction based on state frameworks and appropriate pedagogy.
• Deliver effective instruction by infusing lessons with high expectations, sufficient learning opportunities, and meaningful achievement measures.
• Structure classroom climate and operation by establishing appropriate uses of time, space, and management strategies.
• Promote equity by working to build on the assets each student contributes to the classroom culture and motivate effort among all students.
• Meet professional responsibilities by maintaining an enthusiasm for both subject matter pedagogy and personal relationship building: staying intellectually alive while collaborating with colleagues, parents, and students.

Major Requirements

B.A. Degree
Major in Secondary Education
(biology, chemistry, English, history, or mathematics Grades 8-12; Spanish, Grades 5-12)
Initial License in Secondary Education (5-12) or (8-12)
(Minimum at Elms College: 18 cr.)
Major Requirements 33 credits