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Integrated Social Studies Additional Licensure Preparation - Non-Degree

The Integrated Social Studies Additional Licensure Preparation program is designed for individuals who already have a teaching license. This program will provide you with the skills and knowledge necessary to teach social studies to students in grades 7-12. You'll learn about a variety of social studies topics, from American history to world geography, and gain valuable classroom experience through field placements.

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Program Information for Integrated Social Studies Additional Licensure Preparation - Non-Degree

Program Description

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Professional Licensure Disclosure

Full Description

The Integrated Social Studies Additional Licensure Preparation non-degree program prepares students to obtain an additional teacher license in social studies for grades 7-12. Completion of the coursework is a prerequisite to being recommended by 91��Ƭ�� University for licensure, which is granted by the Ohio Department of Education. This non-degree program cannot be used for students seeking initial licensure.

This program does not culminate in a master's degree. Students interested in a master's degree at 91��Ƭ�� must be fully admitted into and complete the requirements for the master's program, in addition to courses that are prescribed here for additional licensure.

Professional Licensure Disclosure

This program is designed to prepare students to sit for applicable licensure or certification in Ohio. If you plan to pursue licensure or certification in a state other than Ohio, please review state educational requirements for licensure or certification and contact information for state licensing boards at 91��Ƭ��'s website for professional licensure disclosure.

Admissions for Integrated Social Studies Additional Licensure Preparation - Non-Degree

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Minimum 2.750 overall undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale
Official transcript(s)
Goal statement
Two letters of recommendation
Questions in Anticipation of Licensure Form
Evidence of valid Resident Educator or Professional State of Ohio teaching license

Applicants will be assessed holistically, considering academic credentials, academic or professional references, non-academic dimensions and other specific program criteria.

Application Deadlines

Fall Semester
- Rolling admissions
Spring Semester
- Rolling admissions
Summer Term
- Rolling admissions

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Completers of this program will be able to:

Plan and implement research-based instruction in the teaching of reading, literature, language and composition.
Implement response-centered literacy instruction that is culturally relevant and sustaining.
Implement fair and equitable assessment strategies to analyze students’ literacy learning.
Engage in reflective practice and pursue continued professional growth and collaboration with colleagues.

Coursework

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Graduation Requirements

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Licensure Requirements

Course List
Code	Title	Credit Hours
Licensure Requirements
ADED 57330	READING AND WRITING IN ADOLESCENCE/ADULTHOOD	3
ADED 63392	ADOLESCENT/YOUNG ADULT INTEGRATED SOCIAL STUDIES ADDITIONAL LICENSURE INTERNSHIP	1
ADED 67232	SECONDARY SCHOOL SOCIAL STUDIES	3
Minimum Total Credit Hours:		7

Graduation Requirements

Graduation Requirements Summary
Minimum Major GPA	Minimum Overall GPA
2.600*	3.000

*: Minimum 2.600 content area GPA is required for the Adolescence to Young Adult 7-12 licensure.

Additional Coursework: An analysis of additional content-area coursework required at the post-undergraduate level will be completed before entering into the program, and a Plan of Study will be created based on transcript analysis and current licensure requirements by the Ohio Department of Education. A minimum C grade is required in each of these courses. This coursework would be in addition to requirements for the Integrated Social Studies non-degree program.

Licensure Information

Prior to program completion, the candidate must demonstrate proficiencies in the following areas (including but not limited to): data literacy and analysis; use of research and assessment data; leadership and collaboration; utilizing and supporting appropriate technology for the discipline; and application of professional dispositions, laws and policies, codes of ethics and professional standards appropriate to their field of specialization.

Candidates seeking Ohio licensure are required to pass the OAE Content Knowledge Assessment for each teaching field in order to apply for licensure. Students should consult their advisors for specific program requirements and refer to the Ohio Department of Education-Educator Preparation website for more information on assessments specific to licensure type. Students who do not apply for license within 12 months of program completion may be subject to additional course requirements, based on Ohio licensure standards in force at the time of application.

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