Criteria for Becoming a Social Studies Teacher:In order to teach Social Studies at the middle and high school levels, the preparation must be equivalent to a major (at least 50 quarter credits/ 33 semester credits) in social studies related disciplines, with a majority of the coursework in history. Preparation should include courses in a combination of the following areas:
Please note that these are guidelines only and that a transcript review and advising are needed to ensure that you will meet the requirements. For advising related to preparation for Social Studies teaching, please contact: Kristin Johnson Zabel Hall #244 541-962-3529 |
Steps to MTE admission for becoming a Social Studies Teacher:
Step 1: Complete MTE Secondary application. Application available at: http://www.eou.edu/ed/documents/SecApplication.pdf Step 2: Send in application, including all unofficial transcripts. Send to: Janet Frye-MTE Office Coordinator College of Education One University Blvd La Grande, OR 97850 Step 3: Enroll for and pass the Praxis II, Social Studies Test Step 4: Enroll for and pass the CBEST or Praxis I (PPST) Step 5: Complete 30 hour experience in a public school instructional setting Step 6: Complete EOU Application for Graduate Admission. Application available at: http://www.eou.edu/admit/documents/graduateapplication
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