Overview

During the Elementary Education program of Drexel University, you’ll be provided with a personalized plan of study consisting of courses that teach the skills and knowledge to effectively lead a classroom, work with pedagogical technology, and enhance creative problem-solving skills.

The PreK-4 specialization covers required competencies such as:

• Child Development
• Language Development
• Early Literacy and Math Foundations
• Early Intervention
• Integration of the Arts for the Developing Child
• Family and Community Partnerships

The Special Education specialization covers required competencies such as:

• Understanding the Complexities of the Disabled Learner’s Needs
• Modifying a Curriculum
• Providing Remedial Instruction
• Using Technology to Address the Learner’s Needs
• Managing Instruction for Students with Special Needs in the Inclusive Classroom

What is a Bachelor's in Education?

A bachelor’s in education is an undergraduate degree program that can lead to a future as a teacher or education professional. It prepares you for state teaching certification, though many who wish to work in education in a non-teaching capacity often earn the degree as well. If you plan to get certified, you are required to participate in student teaching experiences. If you are not looking to teach, you can take additional pedagogy courses.

What can I do with a BS in Education?

Though the most obvious path for those with education degrees is to go into teaching, there are other career opportunities as well. Some graduates use their degrees as a stepping stone for further education to become school librarians or counselors. Others choose to support their schools in different ways, focusing on administration or curriculum design. And some find that their skills make them great fits for positions in nonprofit organizations.