Elementary Education Program

This program is designed to create a streamlined pathway for Nebo Students interested to transition directly to UVU's Elementary Education program and potential intern teaching positions within Nebo School District.

Nebo School District students who successfully complete the courses outlined below with a minimum of a cumulative 2.7 UVU GPA will be granted admission to the UVU School of Education's Elementary Education Program. Classes must be taken during High School through UVU's Concurrent Enrollment program. Admittance to the Elementary Education program will take place after one additional semester at UVU.

Intro to Teaching (EDEL 1010) | UVU Concurrent Enrollment - Full Year

• SUGGESTED GRADES: 11-12

• 1 Credits HS (A20100C)

• 2 Credits CE

• 2 Period Block with Digital Ed Applications

• PreReq: Must have own transportation

This two-course series is for students who are interested in pursuing a career in the field of education.  Students will have the opportunity to intern in the classroom of an elementary or secondary teacher in the district, giving them opportunities to teach and interact with students.  In this course, students will explore the following:

• Careers in education

• How to form relationships with students

• Lesson and curriculum planning methods

• Teaching strategies

• Classroom management techniques

Digital Ed Applications (EDEL 2200) | UVU Concurrent Enrollment - Full Year

• SUGGESTED GRADES: 11-12

• 1 Credit HS (A20100C)

• 2 Credits CE

• 2 Period Block with Intro to Teaching

• PreReq:  Must have own transportation

(2-hour block with Intro to Teaching) This two-course series covers the limitations of computer applications for children. Students will be prepared to engage elementary children in appropriate technology activities and learn the following skills:

• Criteria for selecting software appropriate for children

• Strategies for teaching computer skills to children

• Hands-on experience with computers

**Teacher Education Series Blocked for 2 Periods for a Total of 4 Credits.