{"id":2,"date":"2017-06-22T13:18:46","date_gmt":"2017-06-22T13:18:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.eou.edu\/undergraduate-elementary-education\/?page_id=2"},"modified":"2026-03-09T15:13:36","modified_gmt":"2026-03-09T15:13:36","slug":"introduction","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/undergraduate-elementary-education\/","title":{"rendered":"Undergraduate Elementary Education"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\" style=\"min-height:400px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-40 has-background-dim\"><\/span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1824\" height=\"1368\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-6\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/undergraduate-elementary-education\/files\/2017\/06\/MAT_watersheds_day2.jpg\" style=\"object-position:52% 53%\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-object-position=\"52% 53%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/undergraduate-elementary-education\/files\/2017\/06\/MAT_watersheds_day2.jpg 1824w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/undergraduate-elementary-education\/files\/2017\/06\/MAT_watersheds_day2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/undergraduate-elementary-education\/files\/2017\/06\/MAT_watersheds_day2-1024x768.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1824px) 100vw, 1824px\" \/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color\">Undergraduate Elementary Education<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\">Initial teacher licensure for elementary grades<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Start your journey toward becoming an exemplary educator with Eastern Oregon University\u2019s undergraduate program in Elementary Education. Our program combines rigorous coursework with hands-on classroom experience, culminating in a full-time student teaching assignment. With a focus on practical training and community building, you\u2019ll be well-prepared for an Oregon teaching license with dual endorsements in Elementary \u2013 Multiple Subjects and ESOL, setting the foundation for a fulfilling teaching career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:67.6%\">\n<p>EOU\u2019s Elementary Education program is designed to provide a comprehensive educational experience. Over two years, you\u2019ll engage in practical classroom experiences every term, enhancing your learning with real-world applications. The program includes a major in Multidisciplinary Studies, a major in Elementary Education, and a concentration in English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), equipping you with the skills to teach diverse student populations and meet Oregon\u2019s educational standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 btn-block\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-eastern-navy-background-color has-text-color has-background no-border-radius wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/undergraduate-elementary-education\/requirements\/\">Admissions Requirements<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 btn-block\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-eastern-navy-background-color has-text-color has-background no-border-radius wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1B7I_ChHqfCpwr6ulQQWvzQLtuzGxyaTl\/view?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Program Handbook 2024-25<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:32.4%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 btn-block\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-eastern-navy-background-color has-text-color has-background no-border-radius wp-element-button\" href=\"\/catalog\/\">EOU Academic Catalog<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 btn-block\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-eastern-red-background-color has-text-color has-background no-border-radius wp-element-button\" href=\"\/admissions\/apply\/\">Apply to EOU<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 btn-block\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-eastern-navy-color has-eastern-gold-background-color has-text-color has-background no-border-radius wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/slate.eou.edu\/register\/request-information\">Request Info<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 btn-block\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-eastern-navy-background-color has-text-color has-background no-border-radius wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/online.eou.edu\/programs\/bachelors-early-childhood-education\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Online Undergraduate Elementary Education Program<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-white-color has-eastern-navy-background-color has-text-color has-background\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\t\t\n    \n             <div class=\"row\">\n    <div class=\"col-md-10\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"goodword-content\"><blockquote>&#8220;The transition from Treasure Valley Community College to Eastern Oregon University was simple and easy. I was grateful for the fact that they are on the same schedule as far as terms, as well as when the school year starts and finishes, so I was able to adjust much easier. I am also appreciative of the helpful staff and the quick responses I got when it came to questions I had.&#8221;<\/blockquote><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t             <p style=\"text-align: right; margin-right: 2%;\">Tessa Conrad<br \/>Education (transferred from Treasure Valley Community College)<br \/>Ontario, Ore.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"col-md-2 pull-right\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n        \n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column well is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/undergraduate-elementary-education\/files\/2022\/03\/MAT-classroom-7-1024x855-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-247\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/undergraduate-elementary-education\/files\/2022\/03\/MAT-classroom-7-1024x855-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/undergraduate-elementary-education\/files\/2022\/03\/MAT-classroom-7-1024x855-1-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/undergraduate-elementary-education\/files\/2022\/03\/MAT-classroom-7-1024x855-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Prepare for a Rewarding Teaching Career<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>Graduates of EOU\u2019s Elementary Education program are equipped with the knowledge and experience needed to excel in the classroom. Our program ensures that you\u2019re prepared for an Oregon teaching license with endorsements in Elementary \u2013 Multiple Subjects and ESOL, and fosters a strong sense of community through cohort-based learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Learning Outcomes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Develop effective teaching strategies for diverse elementary classrooms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gain expertise in English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) instruction.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply practical teaching experience through full-time student teaching.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Build strong community connections with peers, faculty, and staff.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meet Oregon\u2019s educational standards and obtain dual teaching endorsements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>With these outcomes, you\u2019ll be ready to meet the demands of the teaching profession and make a positive impact on your students.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column well is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/undergraduate-elementary-education\/files\/2021\/08\/RondaReading.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-231\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/undergraduate-elementary-education\/files\/2021\/08\/RondaReading.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/undergraduate-elementary-education\/files\/2021\/08\/RondaReading-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/undergraduate-elementary-education\/files\/2021\/08\/RondaReading-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Accessible Across Oregon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>EOU\u2019s Elementary Education program offers flexibility to accommodate your needs. You can choose to complete your coursework on our main campus in La Grande, or at our onsite location in Portland (Clackamas Community College). For those seeking more flexibility, our Hybrid cohort option combines remote and onsite learning, making it accessible to students throughout Oregon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This hybrid format allows you to balance your education with other responsibilities, providing a convenient and adaptable path to becoming an educator. With options that fit various schedules and locations, you can pursue your teaching career with the support and flexibility needed to succeed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">ESOL Endorsement<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>As part of the undergraduate Elementary Education program, students are required to pursue a concentration in English for Speakers of Other Languages, which can lead to an endorsement on the teaching license.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-eastern-gold-background-color has-background no-border-radius wp-element-button\" href=\"\/teaching-license-endorsements\/english-for-speakers-of-other-languages-program\/\">ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column well is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/undergraduate-elementary-education\/files\/2022\/03\/DSC_8515.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-248\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/undergraduate-elementary-education\/files\/2022\/03\/DSC_8515.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/undergraduate-elementary-education\/files\/2022\/03\/DSC_8515-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/undergraduate-elementary-education\/files\/2022\/03\/DSC_8515-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Steps to Apply<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>STEP: 1 Apply to Eastern Oregon University.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Apply to EOU and connect with our&nbsp;<a href=\"\/admissions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Admissions<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"\/fao\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Financial Aid<\/a>&nbsp;office for awesome support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-eastern-gold-background-color has-text-color has-background no-border-radius wp-element-button\" href=\"\/apply\/?L=uee\">Apply to EOU<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>STEP 2: Apply to Undergraduate Elementary Education program at EOU<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Early-Bird Deadline:<\/strong> April 1<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Final Deadline:<\/strong> August 31<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-eastern-gold-background-color has-text-color has-background no-border-radius wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/slate.eou.edu\/apply\/\">Apply for Admission to the Program<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Select &#8220;Create an account&#8221; under the &#8220;First-time users&#8221; header<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select &#8220;Teacher Licensure&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select &#8220;Elementary&#8221; or &#8220;Special Education&#8221; (depending upon which program you are applying to)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Begin the application<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Accreditation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/webdev1.it.eou.edu\/undergraduate-elementary-education\/files\/2022\/05\/ElemTSPC.jpg\" alt=\"TSPC of Oregon\" class=\"wp-image-153\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Eastern Oregon University\u2019s teacher preparation programs are also accredited through Oregon\u2019s Teacher Standards and Practices Commission (TSPC).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>EOU&#8217;s undergraduate initial teacher preparation in elementary education spans two years, pairing coursework alongside practical classroom experiences every term and culminates with full time student teaching. 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