Integrated Credential Program (ICP)

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Welcome Integrated Credential Program
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Liberal Studies MajorCurrent LBST
programElementary Subject Matter

• Traditional Path finish BA then enter the
  Credential Program
• Integrated Credential Program obtain BA and
  Credential at the same time.

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Integrated Credential Program(ICP) Provides

• A Bachelor of Arts Degree in Liberal Studies
• concurrently with
• A Multiple Subject Credential over the course of
  the program.
• Authorization to Teach English Learners
• Bilingual Emphasis Option Spanish Certificate

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ICP - Option

• Joint program through the College of Arts and
  Sciences and the College of Education
• Cohort model
• Core Courses and Non-Core Courses
• Full Time (15-16 units per semester)
• Must be able to take classes during the day

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The Integrated Program Consists ofPre-requisite
Semester and 5 Themed Semesters

• Prerequisite Semester
• EDUC 350
• EDUC 364
• COE Application Packet
• Take the Basic Skills Examination
• Other non-core LBST course requirements
• Prepare Take CSET examination during ICP
  program
• 2.67 GPA

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Technology Requirement

• Computer Competency Requirement (CCR)
• Can take at the community college before
  matriculation to CSUSM http//www.csusm.edu/admiss
  ions.htm
• CS 100 and/ or Pass by Exam at CSUSM
• Computer Competency is pre-requisite
• EDUC 422 Technology Tools for Teaching and
  Learning
• Technology-rich lessons that focus on student
  learning based on utilizing those identified
  skills
• Pre-requisite for College of Education

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5 Themed Semesters Language, Culture
Learning, MathematicsScience, Community,
Professional Practice

• Core Courses Students take a content course that
  is paired with the appropriate teaching methods
  class.
• Non-Core Courses Students also enroll in
  selected courses required for the Liberal Studies
  Major.

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Sample SemesterThemeLanguage, Culture and
Learning
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Minimum Grade Requirement

• C or better in UD LBST courses
• C- does not count
• C or better in EDUC courses
• Overall 3.0 GPA in EDUC courses for Credential
• CR/NC not acceptable for major requirements
• Can repeat course if you dont meet grade
  requirement

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Classroom Involvement

• Total of 4 Field Experiences
• Field practicum I II
• 2 half days in assigned elementary classroom
• Group work, one on one work, 3 lesson plans
• Full time Clinical Practice
• Clinical Practice I - 8 weeks
• Clinical Practice II - 8 weeks

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Benefits of an integrated program

• Students are guaranteed registration in Core
  Courses.
• The quality of future teachers is enhanced (4
  field experiences)
• Built-in support and study group

• Pairing of subject matter preparation with
  teaching methods enhances learning experiences
• Teaching skills are developed and seasoned over
  three years. (Students interact in elementary
  classrooms much sooner).
• Networking with teachers and school districts.

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For more information-

• Gwen Hansen
• Phone [phone]
• Email ghansen_at_csusm.edu
• www.csusm.edu/COE
• www.csusm.edu/liberalstudiesadvising/index.html