This track focuses on Teaching Assistant, preparing students with the knowledge and practical skills the field expects at the Associate-to-Bachelor's level.
Graduates are equipped to pursue relevant career paths in education, with a self-paced format built for students balancing work and other commitments.
ED 051Basics of Teaching and Learning
Introduces core principles behind how students learn and how teachers plan instruction.
- Learning styles and instructional design
- Lesson planning basics
- Classroom communication
ED 061Teaching At Different Levels
Compares instructional approaches across early childhood, K-12, and adult settings.
- Developmental stages and teaching methods
- Adjusting content by age group
- Transitioning between grade bands
ED 146Learning and Development
Explores how cognitive and social development shapes classroom learning.
- Cognitive development theory
- Social and emotional growth
- Applying developmental research to teaching
ED 445Foundations of Education
Surveys the historical and social foundations of the education system.
- History of public education
- Education policy basics
- Role of schools in society
ED 579Philosophical Foundations of Education
Examines major philosophies that have shaped educational practice.
- Classical education philosophies
- Modern educational theory
- Applying philosophy to classroom decisions
ED 697Computers in Education
Covers practical use of technology tools to support instruction.
- Educational software and platforms
- Digital lesson delivery
- Technology-based assessment tools
ED 719Essentials of Educational Psychology
Introduces psychological principles relevant to teaching and learning.
- Motivation and learning
- Behavior management theory
- Assessing student understanding
ED 869Teaching for Special Fields
Prepares educators to adapt instruction for specialized subject areas.
- Subject-specific teaching strategies
- Adapting curriculum for special fields
- Resources for specialized instruction
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Specialist Courses
6 Courses
TEA 192General Psychology
Introduces core psychological concepts relevant to supporting classroom learning.
- Basic psychological principles
- Learning and memory
- Applying psychology in the classroom
ASE 237Introduction to Behavior Management
Covers strategies for assessing and managing classroom behavior.
- Behavior assessment tools
- Positive behavior support
- Data-driven behavior planning
TEA 284Essentials of Communication
Builds core communication skills needed to work effectively with teachers and students.
- Verbal and nonverbal communication
- Communicating with young learners
- Professional communication with staff
TEA 725Language & Literacy
Introduces strategies for supporting language and literacy development in the classroom.
- Early literacy support strategies
- Vocabulary development techniques
- Supporting language learners
TEA 733Introduction to Teaching Assistant
Surveys the core responsibilities and skills of a classroom teaching assistant.
- Roles and responsibilities in the classroom
- Supporting lead teacher instruction
- Classroom routines and procedures
TEA 893Basics of Children's Development
Introduces developmental milestones relevant to supporting young learners.
- Physical and cognitive milestones
- Social-emotional development
- Recognizing developmental concerns
$24,000
Total Program Cost
Fees are billed per term and are subject to change. Financial aid, scholarships, and flexible payment plans are available to students who qualify.
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Admission requires Associate Degree or equivalent credits.
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