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Program at a Glance

Program
Bachelor
College(s)
College of Community Innovation and Education
Department(s)
Teacher Education, Schl of
4
Years
U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges - Most Innovative 2025

Undergraduate Application Deadlines

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May 1
Spring
November 1
Summer
March 1
Fall
July 1
Spring
November 1
Summer
March 1
Fall
March 1
Spring
September 1
Summer
January 1

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Course Overview

Literature for Children

Gain an understanding of criteria for analysis and evaluation of children’s literature in terms of interests, needs and abilities of children.

Explore practicum that provides opportunity to apply knowledge of reading assessment and instruction in order to increase reading proficiency of struggling readers. Concurrent school experience required.

Refine skills and competencies in teaching and learning as identified by the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices and examine contemporary issues in elementary education.

In a fast-paced changing world, education is constantly evolving. UCF's innovative elementary education program prepares students with a rich background of fundamental teaching strategies, as well as tools to make them successful for the future of teaching and learning. It provides the next generation of teachers a valuable array of skills surrounding curriculum, technology, and mental health.””

— Jake Novak, Principal at Stenstrom Elementary

Elementary Education Skills You’ll Learn

  • Teach all content areas at the elementary level.
  • Differentiate instruction and teach all learners.
  • Infuse technology into instruction.
  • Apply effective classroom management strategies.

Career Opportunities

  • Elementary Teacher, Primary Grades
  • Elementary Teacher, Intermediate Grades
  • Curriculum Developer
  • Trainer for Educational Programs
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