South Texas College Online, A.A. in Teaching EC-6 Generalist

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South Texas College,
3201 W. Pecan,
McAllen, TX 78501,

T: (956) 872.8311,
Toll Free: (800) 742.782

The Associate of Arts in Teaching (AAT) introduces students to the teaching profession. Students may choose between Elementary, Middle School, and High School Education curricula tracks. All three degrees require a minimum of 60credit hours of coursework including 42 hours of recommended courses from the core curriculum and a minimum of 18 hours in the field of study. Also required are the courses EDUC 1301Introduction to the Teaching Profession and EDUC 2301 Introduction to Special Populations in which students are introduced to the philosophies and practical knowledge of teaching as well as being given the opportunity to participate in field observations of classrooms in local public school districts.