Arizona Christian University
Programme Detail: Education (Secondary or Elementary)
| Language of this entry | English (USA) |
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| Name of Programme / Training Resource | Education (Secondary or Elementary) |
| Type of Training | Programme with multiple subsidiary courses |
| Reference Number | ACU5 |
| Description | The field of education is the only profession that trains those who will serve in all other professions. The Secondary Education major at Arizona Christian University is designed with this idea in mind. God's Word and His Truths are foundational in all course work and the Arizona Professional Teaching Standards are addressed throughout the program of study. ACU Secondary Education graduates leave the institution ready to teach in their area of specialty and are in great demand locally and abroad. In addition to a diploma at graduation, Arizona Christian University education students also receive: • Arizona State Certification • ACSI (Association of Christian Schools International) Certification. They are prepared, qualified, and certified to begin their teaching careers on the day they leave here. Graduates from the Education Department will: • Be able to discuss the history, trends, and philosophies of education and formulate a Christian philosophy of education. • Comprehend and apply general and subject matter content. • Organize curriculum according to Arizona State Standards, plan and implement instruction and assess learning resulting from instruction. • Organize the learning environment appropriate to stages of child development and implement appropriate educational strategies. • Have practical experience in observation, mentoring, and student teaching. • Demonstrate professional development including self-assessment and the ability to collaborate effectively with professional colleagues, parents, and community leaders. • Acquire State and ACSI teaching credentials. • Use technology as an instructional tool and to create a professional online portfolio. |
| Keywords | Education, Teaching |
| Languages Programme Available in | English (USA) |
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| Country and region where programme is available | United States / Arizona |
| Area of Ministry and Focus | Bible Teaching and Training / Discipling and Training Others; Transforming Society (Leadership, Education, Government) / Education |
| Residential/Non Residential | Residential |
| Full-time or Part-time | Full-time |
| Level | Degree |
| Cost Range | US$100,000 or more |
| Actual Cost | 1 |
| Bursaries/scholarships available | |
| Actual Length | 4 Years |
| Average hours of study per week | 0 |
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| Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.) | |
| Percentage of time spent in informal unstructured learning (e.g. prayer times, teamwork). | |
| Average number of students who take the programme per year (or, if this is a new programme, the number who can be accommodated) | 0 |
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