2001-2003 Catalog
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C A L I F O R N I A S T A T E U N I V E R S I T Y B A K E R S F I E L D
2001-2003 Catalog |
Caring and Reflective Professionals for a Democratic Society
Education Building, 124
(661) 664-2219
(661) 664-2016 (fax)
email: scrosby2@csub.edu
http://www.csub.edu/soe/home.htx
Dean: Sheryl Santos
Program Description The University provides quality programs for pre-professional, in-service,
and graduate preparation in education through the School of Education. Programs and services of sufficient scope are
offered to prepare students for completing State of California requirements for basic and advanced credentials through a
variety of undergraduate, fifth-year and graduate programs. Students planning to enter the teaching profession must combine an academic major with professional
studies. Their work in the School of Education is designed to complement the instruction provided by other units of the
University. The School of Education has
administrative responsibility for basic credential programs in Multiple Subjects (CLAD or BCLAD Emphasis), Single Subjects
(CLAD Emphasis), and Special Education; advanced specialist and services credentials in Reading/Language Arts, Pupil
Personnel Services, Administrative Services and Special Education (Mild/Moderate and Moderate/Severe); CLAD/BCLAD
certificates and Reading certificate; graduate degree programs with concentrations in Bilingual/Multicultural Education,
Counseling and Personnel Services, Curriculum and Instruction, Early Childhood Education, Educational Administration,
Reading/Literacy and Special Education (General). The School of Education also offers undergraduate degree programs in
Child Development and Physical Education and Kinesiology. A graduate degree program in Counseling Psychology is also
offered jointly with the School of Humanities and Social Sciences.
The School of Education is accredited by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC) and
the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).
Mission The Mission of the School of Education at California State University, Bakersfield, is: To
strengthen the foundations of democracy and equal educational opportunity through quality programs which prepare committed
education professionals and counselors in the context of a linguistically and culturally pluralistic society.
Philosophy The Philosophy of the School of Education has as its basis confluent education which perceives learning
as the merging of cognitive, affective, social and psychomotor domains. This belief underscores the premise that education
nurtures and promotes intellectual growth and the emotional, social and physical well being of all students with a special
focus on diversity and equity. Goals Based on the confluent education model, the following goals provide a
direction for educating the whole person: • To formulate a comprehensive view of human growth and development, a global knowledge of
self and others and an empathy and sensitivity to multiple realities of a changing environment;
• To develop a commitment and responsibility to democratic and social values through professional collaboration,
educational leadership, and collegial partnerships; • To promote critical inquiry through
research and practice in order to improve teaching, learning, and communication; • To broaden
knowledge and skill bases in terms of pedagogical multicultural principles conducive for effective curriculum
delivery and instruction in diverse settings; • To utilize and integrate various current
multimedia resources and technological tools to enhance teaching and learning in the ever-changing society; and
• To apply multiple methods of assessment with a special focus on critical reflection and self-analysis for
continual professional development and on-going program evaluation.
Organizing Theme "Caring and reflective professionals for a democratic society"
Inquiries and Applications Basic Credential Programs – Applicants are to contact the
Credentials and Graduate Studies Office in the School of Education (Education Building, Room 102; 661-664-2484) for
program information and application procedures for admission to the Multiple Subjects and Single Subjects Credential
programs. Additional information may be located in this catalog in the Basic Credential Programs section. Advanced Credential and Certificate Programs – Applicants are to
contact the Advanced Educational Studies Department (Education Building, Room 238; 661-664-3055) in the School of
Education for program information. Application materials may be obtained from the Credentials and Graduate Studies Office
in the School of Education (Education Building, Room 102; 661-664-2484). The application materials include program
details, admission requirements, course requirements and enrollment procedures. A conference with a program advisor is
required. Additional information may be located in this catalog in the Advanced Educational Studies section. Graduate Degree Programs: Master of Arts in Education or Master of
Science in School Counseling – To pursue a Master’s Degree offered by the School of Education, the applicant must
first apply to the Office of Admissions and Records, CSUB (661-664-3036). Following admission to the University, the
applicant is to contact the Graduate Studies & Credentials Office (Education Building, Room 102; 661-664-2484) for an
application to the specific graduate degree program desired. The completed application is to be returned to the Graduate
Studies & Credentials Office for review. The Graduate Studies Committee, under the leadership of the Director, will
certify admission or non-admission to the desired degree program only after admission to the University has been
established. Applicants will be notified in writing of actions regarding admission taken by the Graduate Studies
Committee. All graduate degree programs leading to
the MA in Education or the MS in School Counseling shall be planned in consultation with an assigned graduate program
advisor in the School of Education and the Program Plan must be submitted for approval to the Graduate Studies Office.
Note:
Writing Assessment Requirement – All degree applicants (BA, BS, MA,
MS) must fulfill the Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement (GWAR). This requirement may be met by taking specific
English courses of by passing an examination. For additional information contact the English Department (661-664-2144) Clear credential or advanced (specialist or services) credential candidates
may meet the Writing Assessment Requirement by completing one of the following: • Score 41 or higher on the Written part of the CBEST; or • Pass an approved
English course that meets the Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement with a grade of "C" or "CR"; or
• Pass the Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement examination.
California Basic Educational Skills Test for Teachers (CBEST) – All
credential candidates applying to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC) for the initial issuance of
any credential or permit are required to have taken and passed the CBEST. The CBEST is administered at the CSUB campus at
various times throughout the year. For additional information contact the CSUB Testing Center (661-664-3373). The Mini-Corps – The California Migrant Teacher Assistant Program
(Mini-Corps) is a special program designed to prepare teachers for meeting the educational needs of migrant children.
Through the Mini-Corps, qualified undergraduates working toward a teaching credential can obtain early classroom
experience while serving as assistants to teachers of migrant children. Additional information may be obtained from the
CSUB Mini-Corps coordinator (664-2429).
Financial Assistance Assumption Program of
Loans for Education (APLE) – California is experiencing a serious shortage of high quality classroom teachers. The
most critical teacher shortages are in the subjects areas of math, science, bilingual education, foreign language,
English, special education and reading at those schools serving large populations of students from low-income and
economically disadvantaged families. In an effort to encourage people to enter the teaching profession in the above
teaching areas, the California Legislature created the Assumption Program of Loans for Education (APLE). This program is a
competitive teacher incentive program designed to attract outstanding students to the teaching profession. Under
provisions of the APLE program, the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC) may assure up to $11,000 in
outstanding student loan balances. Governor’s
Teaching Fellowship Program – This program is an important component of Governor Davis’ education program (SB 1666).
These competitive awards are designed for students preparing to teach in low performing schools in California for four (4)
years. These fellowships provide $20,000 to help pay education and living expenses while students are enrolled full-time
in a California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC) accredited California State University (CSU), University of
California (UC), or an independent college/university teacher education program. For further information please visit
their website: www.teacher-fellowship.calstate.edu or e-mail: teacher-fellowship@calstate.edu or phone toll free (866)
824-7335. Cal Grant T Program –
Periodically, other governmental loan assumption programs and loans become available. One of these programs, the Cal Grant
T program, offers tuition and fee grants for students who are enrolled in teaching credential programs. For more
information on the Cal Grant T program, contact the Teacher Education Department (661-664-3134). For additional
information regarding financial assistance contact the CSUB Financial Aid Office (661-664-3016).