Bachelor of Science in
Elementary Education
Under-
Program Overview
Oral Roberts University’s Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Elementary Education will prepare you to become a “whole leader for the whole world” in the field of education. The College of Education offers you the unique opportunity to graduate in four years with dual certification. Students choosing the elementary education major at ORU earn a licensure in elementary education and have the choice of three areas of concentration:
1) Early Childhood Education
2) English Language Learner
3) Special Education
B.S. in Elementary Education with a Concentration in Early Childhood
A Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Elementary Education enables you to teach kindergarten through grade eight in all subject areas. The additional certification in Early Childhood equips you to teach Pre-K through third grade, and ensures you can work as a professional caregiver in infant/toddler settings. Aligned with national and state standards, successfully completed programs lead to Oklahoma Teacher Certification and can be transferred to other states as well as internationally.
B.S. in Elementary Education with a Concentration in Early Childhood Degree Plan Sheet
What Can I Do With a Degree in Elementary Education with Early Childhood?
- Teach in public and private schools children Pre-K through grade eight
- Infant/toddler caregiver
- Childcare center owner/director
- Family support specialist/childcare services consultant
- Serve in churches and nonprofits
- Missions and international education
- Curriculum/product development and sales
What are Some of the Core Experiences?
- Active, hands-on learning with experienced faculty committed to your success
- Small classes with personal attention
- Extensive classroom experiences (150 hours total) throughout the degree program, including Montessori and Reggio Emilia
- Learn to create learning-centered environments embedded in classroom conversation
- Learn developmentally appropriate practices, teaching methods, classroom management, and culturally responsive teaching
B.S. in Elementary Education with a Concentration in English Language Learner
A Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Elementary Education enables you to teach kindergarten through grade eight in all subject areas. The additional certification in English Language Learners equips you to work with ELL students at all levels in the U.S. and internationally. Aligned with national and state standards, successfully completed programs lead to Oklahoma Teacher Certification and can be transferred to other states as well as internationally.
B.S. in Elementary Education with a Concentration in English Language Learner
What Can I Do With a Degree in Elementary Education with English Language Learner?
- Teach children Pre-K through grade eight in public, private and Christian schools
- Teach English language learners at all levels in the U.S. and internationally
- Serve in churches and non-profit institutions
- Missions and international education
- Curriculum/product development and sales
What are Some of the Core Experiences?
- Active, hands-on learning with experienced faculty committed to your success
- Small classes with personal attention
- Extensive classroom experiences (150 hours total) throughout the degree program
- Learn to create learning-centered environments embedded in classroom conversation
- Learn child development, teaching methods, classroom management, and culturally responsive teaching
- Learn principles of language acquisition, linguistics, teaching methods, and culture
B.S. in Elementary Education with a Concentration in Special Education
A Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Elementary Education enables you to teach kindergarten through grade eight in all subject areas. The additional certification in Special Education equips you to work with Special Education students in all 13 categories of mild-moderate disabilities. Aligned with national and state standards, successfully completed programs lead to Oklahoma Teacher Certification and can be transferred to other states as well as internationally.
B.S. in Elementary Education with a Concentration in Special Education Degree Plan Sheet
What Can I Do With a Degree in Elementary Education with Special Education Certification?
- Teach children kindergarten through grade eight in public, private, and Christian schools
- Teaching in schools and other settings focused on meeting needs of children with disabilities
- Serve in churches and nonprofits
- Missions and international education
- Curriculum/product development and sales
What are Some of the Core Experiences?
- Active learning with experienced faculty committed to your success
- Small classes with personal attention
- Extensive (180 hours) classroom experiences throughout the degree program in diverse settings
- Learn to create learning-centered environments embedded in classroom conversation
- Learn to create safe, equitable, positive, and supportive learning environments that value diversity, language, and heritage
What Makes ORU’s Elementary Education Program Stand Out?
- Two certifications are earned in the time and expense usually required for one.
- Dual certification broadens your expertise, so you have more to offer.
- An innovative learning environment that includes avatars, technology-enhanced learning strategies, and Google Level 1 and 2 certifications.
- A research-based emphasis on literacy as a tool for processing, problem-solving, and communication.
- The opportunity to take up to 12 hours of graduate classes at no additional cost through our Fastrack program.
- Mentoring program for ongoing support through your first year of teaching.
- Faculty who model the integration of faith and learning, professional and Spirit-empowered.
- The ORU experience—a challenging, supportive learning community.
Are There Scholarships Available?
Nearly 100% of our full-time, undergraduate residential students receive ORU grants and scholarships through academic achievement and through ORU’s premier scholarship opportunity of our Quest Whole Leader Scholarship. To learn more about financial aid, click here.
CONTACT
Dr. Chance Bosch, Ph.D.
Undergraduate Chair, College of Education
918.495.6595
cbosch@oru.edu