Foreign Language Education / Bachelor of Arts
Program: BA-FLED-3
This program is designed for the candidate who intends to teach foreign language in public and private sector schools in the State of Illinois. At this time it is only offered for those who wish to teach Spanish. Please see the foreign language section of the catalog for Spanish language requirements.
Total Credit Hours: 120
Major Credit Hours: 47
Degree Requirements
The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) grants professional educator licenses in the State of Illinois. All teacher candidates who successfully complete an approved teacher education program at Lewis University, pass appropriate licensure exams, and meet current ISBE requirements will be recommended for licensure. This does not lead to licensure in other states. Teacher candidates are responsible for checking the requirements of the state in question.
Note: ISBE requirements are subject to change. Please contact your advisor for the most up to date licensure information.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Education Courses for Foreign Language Licensure | ||
| EDUC 21000 | Integrating Educational and Assistive Technology in the Classroom | 3 |
| EDUC 25000 | Foundations of Educational Psychology | 3 |
| SCED 20000 | Field Experience 1: Secondary | 1 |
| SCED 21000 | Frameworks in Education | 3 |
| SCED 22500 | Curriculum and Instruction in the Middle School | 3 |
| SCED 22700 | Special Methods of Teaching Foreign Language to Elementary Grades | 3 |
| SCED 30000 | Field Experience 2: Secondary | 1 |
| SCED 31200 | Instructional Strategies and Learning Communities for Adolescents | 3 |
| SCED 31500 | Communication for Teachers | 3 |
| SCED 32800 | Special Methods of Teaching Foreign Language to Adolescents | 3 |
| SCED 33100 | Methods of Teaching Reading in the Content Areas to Adolescents | 3 |
| SCED 39400 | Pedagogy and Assessment for Effective Instruction | 3 |
| SCED 48300 | Clinical Practice and Seminar: Foreign Language | 9 |
| ENLE 31000 | Foundations of Teaching Bilingual and English Language Learners | 3 |
| SPED 25700 | Exceptional Learners in Inclusive Communities | 3 |
| Total Hours | 47 | |
Professional Educator License
Foreign Language majors will register for six hours of Special Methods Instruction. See Education Advisor for more information.