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Applied Understandings in Global Education, Minor


The Minor in Applied Understandings in Global Education is designed for candidates seeking a Major in Elementary, Middle Grades, Secondary, or Special Education who wish to prepare K-12 students to be effective and responsible citizens in a global society.  The minor is focused upon providing candidates with opportunities to gain knowledge of the world, engage in problem solving and critical thinking around significant global issues, and develop skills in viewing events and issues from diverse global perspectives. 

Admission Requirements


Advising and admission to the minor are administered through the Office of Teacher Education Advising and Licensure (TEAL).  Candidates interested in pursuing the Minor in Applied Understandings in Global Education must have a minimum overall GPA of 2.75 and be approved for admission to the minor by demonstrating the potential for academic achievement commensurate with College of Education program admission requirements.  After admission into the minor, advising is offered through the Department of Reading and Elementary Education. 

Minor Requirements


The Minor in Applied Understandings in Global Education requires the completion of 18 credit hours of specialized coursework.  The minor is designated to be coordinated with coursework in the student’s major.

Phase II: Global Studies Courses (6 credit hours)


Required Global Studies Course


Note:

Other INTL courses may be considered with approval of the advisor.

Total = 18 Credit Hours


Grade Requirements


All courses applied to the Minor in Applied Understandings in Global Education require a grade of C or above, and students must earn an overall GPA of 2.5 or above in courses applied to the minor.