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Core Curriculum: 38 - 51 credit hours
Please review the Core Curriculumpage for course options.
Core Designations
Students completing a degree in education will meet the 6-hours required in Global Studies or Community Engagement core designation by the following course:
Community Engagement
ED 495 - Final Clinical Experience (10)
Education Requirements (46 credit hours)
ED 185 - Practicum (3)
ED 235 - Psychology of the Exceptional Child (3)
ED 287 - Multicultural Foundations of Education (3)
ED 320 - Technology in Education (3)
ED 418 - Advanced Special Methods (3-4)
ED 419 - Managing the Learning Environment (3)
ED 494 - Final Clinical Experience Seminar 2)
ED 495 - Final Clinical Experience (10)
ED 499 - Education Capstone (1)
Speech Theatre State Certification Courses (33 credit hours)
CO 212 - Conflict Resolution (3)
CO 213 - Strategic Presentation in the Digital Environment (3)
ED 380 - Special Topics (1-3)
ST: Advanced Debate
TR 223 - History and Literature of the Theatre I (3)
TR 251 - Stagecraft (3)
TR 271 - Acting I (3)
TR 281 - Script Analysis/Directing Principles (3)
TR 361 - Stage Management (3)
TR 462 - Theatre Management (3)
Choose One
TR 253 - Stage Lighting (3)
TR 255 - Costume Techniques/Design (3)
TR 272 - Acting II (3)
TR 463 - Advanced Directing (3)
Technology Requirement
Computer competency will be demonstrated by successful completion of ED 320within the major.
Education Policies
A. Teacher Candidacy Requirements
Teacher Candidates must apply for formal advancement to Teacher Candidacy prior to enrolling in the mid-level experiencein his/her program. Candidacy is based on the following criteria:
Successfully passedED 185 Practicum with a grade of Bor better
Received positive evaluations in ED 185from
the TEXT mentor
the course instructor
the site supervisor
Transfer students who transfer in ED 185 Practicum, must receive a Professional Dispositions form from an Avila Education faculty member
Grade of C or betterin the following courses:
Composition I or Composition II
Communication
Grade Point Average Requirements
Overall - 2.75 or above for all college courses
Education courses - 3.0 or above with no grade below a “C”
Content Area - 3.0 or above with no grade below a “C” (middle school, secondary, and K-12 certifications only)
Pass all sections of the Missouri General Education Assessment (MoGEA) or have an ACT composite score of 20 or above
Evidence of good character, positive attitude, and dedication to the ethics of the teaching profession, based on professional disposition evaluations from Avila faculty, site supervisors, and TEXT mentors.
The School of Education reserves the right to refuse admission into the teacher education program to any person who has been convicted of a felony or has otherwise committed an offenseinappropriate for a teacher.
B. Graduation Requirements
Completion of all core and degree requirements
Completion of at least 120 credit hours
Earn the following Grade Point Average requirements
Overall - 2.75 or above for all college courses
Education courses - 3.0 or above with no grade below a “C”
Content Area - 3.0 or above with no grade below a “C”(middle school, secondary, and K-12 certifications only)
Receivepositive professional dispositions recommendations in all field-based and clinical experience courses
More detailed information about the School of Education’s programs and policies can be found in the School of Education’s Student Handbook.
Note: In order to receive initial teacher certification, students must pass the appropriate Missouri Content Assessment exam (MoCA). Students must meet with the Certification Officer to ensure all certification requirements are completed. Acurrent list of initial certification requirements can be found on the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education website:https://dese.mo.gov/educator-quality/certification.
Outcomes
Conceptual Framework for the School of Education
In addition to the general degree requirements stated earlier in this catalog, education majors must meet the following threeprogram outcomes identified in the Conceptual Framework. These outcomes are aligned with the Missouri Teacher Standards and Quality Indicators. These outcomes are designed to produce excellent teacherswho meet the university and School of Education missions.
Learning Outcomes
The candidate will use theoretical knowledge, research, and culturally responsive practices to create a positive learning environment that promotes the intellectual, social, and personal development of all students.
The candidate will apply principles, theories, and methods of effective curriculum design, instruction, and assessment to promote the learning, critical thinking skills, and social responsibilities of all student populations.
The candidate models professionalism through effective internal and external communication, self-reflection and professional growth, and productive and effective collaboration with students, colleagues, and stakeholders.
Alignment matrices showing the relationship between Conceptual Framework Outcomes and Missouri Teacher Standards and Quality Indicators are available in the School of Education office. Individual course syllabi show the ways the courses address and evaluate University Wide Outcomes, and theMissouri Teacher Standards and Quality Indicators.
Assessment
Conceptual Framework outcomes and Missouri Teacher Standards and Quality Indicators are assessed through:
Advancement processes forTeacher Candidacy and Final Clinical Experience
Performance on course assignments and signatureassessments, as indicated on course syllabi
Performance evaluations in field-based and clinical courses
Performance on state certification exams
Accreditation
The School of Education is accredited by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and the Council for Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).For more information see theSchool of Education website.
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Drama teachers must possess sharp attention to detail, leadership skills, and enormous patience, persistence, and creativity. Compassion and empathy go a long way to helping drama teachers better understand the mindset of their students and how to increase their mastery of the material.
As with any subject, you'll need at least a bachelor's degree and teacher certification in order to teach drama at public elementary, middle or secondary schools. A Doctor of Philosophy (Ph. D.)
Avila is an above-average private, Catholic university located in Kansas City, Missouri. It is a small institution with an enrollment of 872 undergraduate students. Admissions is somewhat competitive as the Avila acceptance rate is 68%. Popular majors include Nursing, Psychology, and Business.
The average GPA at Avila University is 3.24. (Most schools use a weighted GPA out of 4.0, though some report an unweighted GPA. With a GPA of 3.24, Avila University accepts below-average students. It's OK to be a B-average student, with some A's mixed in.
Like other teachers, drama teachers must have at least bachelor's degree and teaching certificate to be considered for a job teaching drama. Requirements vary by state, so contact the Department of Education in your state for applicable information.
Students often enroll in drama out of an interest in the subject matter, which makes teaching acting and performance a pleasure. Drama teachers also enjoy the creative aspects that allow them to take a well-known play and tailor it for younger audiences, modernizing scripts and sets.
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