Educational Studies, Minor
This minor is designed for those who desire to work with children, youth, and/or other groups in settings other than a traditional classroom. The minor in Educational Studies requires the completion of 18-19 hours of coursework. This minor is not open to Elementary Education majors or any other Licensure majors. Psychology majors and minors may only count a maximum of 6 credit hours in Psychology toward this minor.
Required coursework includes:
Minor and Minor-Related Courses
| EDU 300 | Field Experience | 1 |
| EDU 301 | Models of Classroom Management & Instruction | 3 |
| PSY 101 | Introductory Psychology | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 7 |
Choose one of the following
| PSY 211 | Child Development | 3 |
| PSY 218 | Adolescent Development | 3 |
| PSY 222 | Adult Development and Aging | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 3 |
Choose one course that addresses learning for various populations
| EDU 221 | Introduction to Exceptional Learners | 3 |
| EDU 312 | Instructional Strategies for Diverse Learners | 3 |
| PHR 235 | Group Facilitation | 3 |
| PHR 321 | Physical Education and Recreation for Special Populations | 3 |
| PSY 232 | Child Trauma and Resilience | 3 |
| PSY 324 | Child Poverty and Inequality | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 3 |
Choose two electives in a focused area of interest
(5-6 credit hours)
| ASL 107 | History and Culture of the American Deaf Community | 3 |
| BUS 201 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| EDU 211 | Methods for Teaching Earth and Life Science | 2 |
| EDU 321 | Disciplinary Literacy Methods | 3 |
| ENG 214 | Creative Writing: Fiction | 3 |
| HIS 248 | Appalachian Cultural and Social History | 3 |
| OST 215 | Natural Environments and Health | 3 |
| PHR 231 | Motor Development and Motor Learning | 3 |
| PHR 331 | Physical Education for Children | 3 |
| SLS 203 | Introduction to Nonprofit Management | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 5-6 |
Total Credit Hours: 18-19
*Some of these courses have pre-or co-requisites. Consult with your advisor prior to enrolling.