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Apr 19, 2024
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Undergraduate Catalog | 2022-2023 Previous Edition
Education, Honors Program
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The purpose of the Education Honors Program is to identify undergraduate candidates who consistently OR have the potential to demonstrate high task commitment, achievement, and/or creativity. Potential candidates may exhibit these behaviors in any area of study, research, leadership, or service. Secondly, the aim of the Education Honors Program is to provide these exceptional students with the opportunity to contribute productively and creatively to society through the field of education during their undergraduate careers. The Education Honors Program is designed to further develop candidates’ scholarship, research, leadership, and advocacy skills through enrichment, mentorships, and the pursuit of an in-depth study of a candidate-selected topic of interest.
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Admission Requirements
Admission to the Honors in Education program requires the following:
- Declared major in a discipline within the Cato College of Education
- Admission to a teacher education or licensure program with a minimum 3.50 cumulative GPA is preferred. If a promising student does not yet meet the GPA requirement, but has the potential for high task commitment, achievement, and/or creativity in any area of study, research, leadership, or service, the Honors Committee will consider the student’s application on a case-by-case basis. The student AND the academic advisor/faculty member should explain how the student will be able to handle the rigors of the Education Honors Program in the application and approval forms.
- Completion of 15 credit hours of coursework (including EDUC 1100 or EDUC 2100 or MDSK 2100 ) prior to application for the Honors in Education Program
- Completed application form and recommendation by academic advisor and faculty member
- A one page statement explaining:
- The candidate’s academic/career goals in the field of education
- How the Honors in Education program is relevant to the candidate’s academic and/or career interests
It is recommended that before applying to the Honors in Education program, candidates should meet with their academic advisors and/or Chair of the Education Honors Committee to discuss their interest, motivation, and academic plan of study.
Certification Requirements
Required Courses (6 credit hours)
Capstone Course (3 credit hours)
Select one of the following:
Other Requirements
- Have the potential for or demonstrated high task commitment, achievement, and/or creativity in an area of study, research, leadership, or service
- Be formally admitted to the Honors in Education program
- Choose one Honors track: Research Thesis, Service/Experiential Learning, or Study Abroad (requires candidate to complete a study abroad or equivalent domestic experience)
- Submit a written report to the Honors Project Review Committee
- Orally present and defend the Honors Project before the Honors Project Review Committee (research advisor, thesis reader, and any invited guests)
- File for honors candidacy with the Education Honors Committee and the Honors College in accordance with guidelines set by the Honors Council and the College of Education
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