LIBERAL  STUDIES  HANDBOOK

     

         

(Liberal  Studies  Blended  Major:    Catalog  Years  2000-­‐2016)        

Revised  Summer  2016  

   

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Table of Contents Welcome ................................................................... 2 Liberal Studies (ED 100) ......................................... 3 Roadmap for Liberal Studies ................................. 4 Concentrations ......................................................... 5 Clubs and Organizations ...................................... 21 Filing for Graduation ............................................ 21 Credential Application .......................................... 22 CBEST/CSET ........................................................ 23 Test Taking Resources .......................................... 24

   

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Welcome to Liberal Studies!

The purpose of the Liberal Studies program is to provide a solid multidisciplinary preparation in the Humanities, Sciences, Social Sciences, Human Development, and the Arts. Students gain a broad, diverse, culturally sensitive perspective by integrating concepts, communicating effectively, thinking critically and creatively, problem solving, and making sound ethical decisions. Because it is interdisciplinary, it is especially beneficial for future elementary school teachers who are required to teach all subjects. The major also prepares students for occupational opportunities in fields outside of education, such as business, human resources, social services, management, government, and graduate programs. This richly diversified education is one of the largest majors at Fresno State and provides a foundation for meeting a wide range of future goals. The Handbook contains information that you can use during your undergraduate program. For additional information, call us at (559) 278-0300, visit us in the Kremen School of Education and Human Development, Center for Advising Student Services, room ED 100, or find us online at www.fresnostate.edu/kremen/ls.    We look forward to meeting you, supporting you, and seeing you graduate!    

 

   

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Liberal Studies Center for Advising Student Services

Dr. Susan Schlievert

Coordinator of Liberal Studies

Ivy Fitzpatrick, M.S. Advisor

Jessica McVay, M.S.

Advisor

Ana Espinosa Administrative Assistant

Interns

Student Assistants

Office Hours

Fall/Spring Semester Hours Summer Hours Monday through Friday Monday through Friday 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. 7:00 A.M. - 3:30 P.M.

Call (559) 278-0300 to set up an appointment to meet with an Advisor.

Walk-in appointments are available on a limited basis.

It is highly recommended that you meet with an Advisor once per semester.

   

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Roadmap for Liberal Studies FRESHMAN (0-29 UNITS) ! Attend a DOG DAYS Orientation. ! Take the CBEST examination. Information and resources can be found on pages 23 & 24. ! Be aware of the deadlines to add/drop classes. See the Class Schedule General Info link that can be found on your

Student Center portal, http://my.fresnostate.edu. ! See an advisor in ED 100, at least once a semester. Call (559) 278-0300 for an advising appointment. ! Suggested courses to enroll in during the 1st semester:

- ENGL 10 or ENGL 5A (1st semester) & ENGL 5B (2nd semester) - COMM 3, 7 or 8 - Critical Thinking (Any A.3 course, see Liberal Studies Advising Sheet) - ART 1; ART H 10, 11; MUSIC 9, 74; or DRAMA 62 - UNIV 1 - MATH 10A - BIOL 10 - CSCI 5; or IS 52/52L - EHD 50

SOPHOMORE (30 – 59 UNITS) ! Continue with lower division GE courses and lower division major courses

(courses listed on the Advising Sheet numbered between 1 – 99). ! Take the CBEST Examination, if you haven’t already. Information and resources can be found on pages 23 & 24. ! See an advisor in ED 100, at least once a semester. Call (559) 278-0300 for an advising appointment.

JUNIOR (60 – 89 UNITS) ! New transfer students must attend a DOG DAYS Orientation. ! Transfer students will receive access to an official evaluation (Degree Progress Report). ! Come in to see an advisor once you have received notification that your evaluation is complete. Call (559) 278-0300 for

an advising appointment. ! Take the CBEST examination, if you haven’t already. Information and resources can be found on pages 23 & 24. ! Complete Upper Division Writing Skills requirement– ENGL 117W. ! Declare Concentration - course listing in the Liberal Studies Handbook, page 5. ! Begin studying for the CSET. Information and resources can be found on pages 23 & 24. ! Suggested Courses to enroll in:

- Upper Division courses from G.E. and Major – refer to Advising Sheet SENIOR (90 – 120 UNITS) ! Complete remaining major and degree requirements Call (559) 278-0300 for an advising appointment. ! Take the CSET examination. Information and resources can be found on pages 23 & 24. ! File for graduation online within the first four weeks of the semester in which you will be finishing requirements.

http://my.fresnostate.edu. Information can be found on page 21. ! Fill out Major Approval Form with an advisor after the add/drop date of your final semester. Call (559) 278-0300 to

schedule an appointment. ! Go to http://www.fresnostate.edu/studentaffairs/commencement/ for information related to graduation, commencement,

etc. ! Apply to the Credential Program – information on page 22.

   

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Concentrations The Concentration is 9-12 units of in-depth study.

It is required for the Liberal Studies Blended major. Choose one of the 15 Concentrations.

1. Art 2. BAP (Bilingual Authorization Program) 3. Child and Family Sciences 4. Children and the Arts 5. English-Creative Writing Option 6. English-Literature Option 7. Mathematics 8. Music 9. Physical Education 10. Science 11. Social Institutions and Processes 12. STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) 13. Teaching the English Learner 14. Urban Civic Education 15. World History and American Studies

   

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Art Concentration Description: The Art Concentration is designed to give Liberal Studies majors an opportunity to gain further expertise in the area of visual arts. Students will take courses designed to develop a deeper understanding of Visual Art in terms of artistic perception, creative expression, historical/cultural context, and aesthetic evaluation. Upon completion of this concentration, students will have a strong foundation for teaching art in the elementary classroom. No more than 6 units may be lower division. All concentrations require a total of 12 units. The initial 3 units are fulfilled by the lead-in course. No more than 6 units may be lower division. Select an additional 9 units following the criteria below:

Course # Course Title Units Lead-in Course: Art 179 Development of Artistic Expression 3 Select 1 course from the list below: Art 177S Community Crafts Workshop 3 Art 106 Art Tours 3 Select 1 course from the list below: Art 20/120 Drawing 3 Art 21/121 Figure Drawing 3 Art 40/140 Painting 3 Art 50/150 Sculpture 3 Art 60/160 Ceramics 3 Select 1 course from the list below: Art H 10 Ancient and Primitive World 3 Art H 11 Modern World 3 Art 120 Drawing 3 Art 121 Figure Drawing 3 Art 140 Painting 3 Art 150 Sculpture 3 Art 160 Ceramics 3 Any Upper Division Art History 3 Selected Units 9

Total Units 12

   

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BAP Concentration Description: The BAP (Bilingual Authorization Program) courses are available as a concentration so Liberal Studies students may pursue this additional credential as part of the Blended major. There is a bilingual emphasis available in two different languages: Spanish or Hmong. Each emphasis contains language specific studies in intermediate and advanced reading and composition, as well as courses that examine the language, its culture, its effects and its usage in school settings. The 12 units in this concentration have been approved as part of the BAP certification. All concentrations require a total of 12 units. Spanish Emphasis

Course # Course Title Units Span 119 Advanced Grammar 3 Span 121A Composition A 3 Span 134 Spanish in Bilingual Schools 3 CLAS 120 Cultural Change and the Latino 3 Total Units 12 Hmong Emphasis

Course # Course Title Units Hmong 100 Intermediate Reading and Composition 3 Hmong 101 Advanced Reading and Composition 3 LEE 129 Hmong in Bilingual Schools 3 Anth 123 Peoples and Cultures of Southeast Asia (Fall only) 3 Total Units 12 All BAP courses must be passed with the “C” or higher. * Completion of this concentration will satisfy only 12 units towards the Liberal Studies major and BAP emphasis coursework. Students who wish to obtain the BAP must also meet all of the requirements for the Multiple Subject Credential and any additional BAP emphasis courses. Consult with a Liberal Studies advisor for more information on these requirements.

   

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Child and Family Sciences Concentration Description: The CFS Concentration provides the necessary foundation for understanding both one’s own development, and the development of children, within an ecological context. It focuses on children’s development in relation to familial, environmental and other external factors that potentially have a significant impact on children’s learning, ability to learn, and long-term school success. The in-depth coursework in child development and family science offered through this concentration prepares teachers to understand and work effectively with culturally and linguistically diverse children and parents characteristic of California schools and other regions of the country. All concentrations require a total of 12 units. The initial 3 units are fulfilled by the lead-in course. Select an additional 9 units following the criteria below. Courses taken for lower division GE credit cannot count toward the concentration. No more than 3 units may be lower division.

Course # Course Title Units Lead-in Course – Select one from the following: SPED 120 Teaching Students with Special Needs in General Education Settings 3 RA 125 Understanding Special Populations in a Contemporary Society 3 PSYCH 169 Psychological Aspects of Physical Disability 3 3 Select 3 courses from the list below: CFS 38 Lifespan Development 3 CFS 131 Family Relations 3 CFS 135 Parenting 3 CFS 138 Early Childhood Development 3 CFS 143(S) Children at Risk 3 CFS 146 Middle Childhood 3 LEE 180T Early Learning for School Success 3 Selected Units 9 Total Units 12

   

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Children and The Arts Concentration Description: The Children and the Arts Concentration is designed to give Liberal Studies majors the opportunity to gain further expertise and experience in the Visual and Performing Arts. The general classroom teacher is typically responsible for meeting all of the state content standards in the areas of art, dance, theatre, and music. Research has also shown that children who study the arts do better in school. Upon completion of this concentration, students will develop skills to teach the arts effectively at the elementary level. All upper division courses in this concentration also emphasize the development of art specifically with and for children and examine applications for its use in today's classrooms. All concentrations require a total of 12 units. The initial 3 units are fulfilled by the lead-in course. Select an additional 9 units following the criteria below. All 12 units for this concentration may be chosen from the list of lead-in courses. Courses taken for lower division GE credit cannot count toward the concentration. No more than 3 units may be lower division.

Course # Course Title Units Lead-in Course: Select one course from the following: Art 179* Development of Artistic Expression 3 Dance 160* Creative Movement for Children 3 Drama 136* Puppetry 3 Drama 137* Creative Drama 3 Music 153* Children's Music 3 3 Select 3 courses from the following list:

Visual Arts: Art 1 Art Forms 3 Art 20 Drawing 3 Art 40 Painting 3 Art 50 Sculpture 3 Art 60 Ceramics 3 Art 70 Crafts 3 Art 106 Art Tours 3 Art 109T Community Art 3 Art 179* Development of Artistic Expression 3 Dance: Dance 16 Introduction to Dance 3 Dance 160* Creative Movement for Children 3 Theatre Arts: Drama 22 Fundamentals of Interpretation 3 Drama 32 Beginning Acting 3 Drama 136* Puppetry 3 Drama 137* Creative Drama 3 Drama 138 AorB Children's Theatre 3 Music: Music 9 Introduction to Music 3 Music 74 Listener's Guide to Music 3 Music 153* Children's Music 3 Music 155 Advanced Elementary Classroom Techniques 3 Music 180 Children's Choirs: Techniques and Literature 3 Selected Units 9 Total Units 12 * These courses are designed for the Liberal Studies major and are strongly recommended.

   

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English – Creative Writing Option

Concentration Description: The English Concentration – Creative Writing Option is designed to give Liberal Studies majors an opportunity to gain further expertise in the discipline of English and Language Arts through the study of creative writing. Upon completion of this concentration, Liberal Studies majors will develop writing skills in at least two different genres and strengthen the ability to teach creative writing in the classroom. All concentrations require a total of 12 units.

Course # Course Title Units Select 1 course from the following list:

Engl 41 Beginning Poetry Writing 4 Engl 43 Beginning Fiction Writing 4 Engl 44 Beginning Prose Writing 4 Selected Units 4 Select 2 courses from the following list: Engl 161 Advanced Writing of Poetry (pre-req. Engl 41) 4 Engl 163 Advanced Writing of Fiction (pre-req. Engl 43) 4 Engl 164 Advanced Prose Writing (pre-req. Engl 44) 4 Engl 166 Technical Writing 4 Selected Units 8 Total Units 12

   

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English – Literature Option Concentration Description: The English Concentration – Literature Option is designed to give Liberal Studies majors an opportunity to gain further expertise in the discipline of English and Language Arts through the study of literature and literary traditions. Upon completion of this concentration, Liberal Studies majors will have a more comprehensive understanding of literature and its applications in the classroom. All concentrations require a total of 12 units. Courses taken for lower division GE credit cannot count toward the concentration. No more than 4 units may be lower division.

Course # Course Title Units Select 1 course from the following list:

Engl 20 Introduction to Literature 4 Engl 31 or 102 Readings in British Literature/Masterpieces of English Literature 4 Engl 32 or 103 Readings in American Literature/Masterpieces of American Literature 4 Selected Units 4 Select 2 course from the following list: Engl 101 Masterpieces of World Literature 4 Engl 104 Children’s and Adolescent Literature 4 Engl 112 World Literature: Ancient 4 Engl 114 World Literature: Modern 4 Engl 167 Mythology and Folklore 4 Selected Units 8

Total Units 12

   

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Mathematics Concentration Description: The mathematics concentration is designed to give Liberal Studies majors an opportunity to gain knowledge in key mathematics content areas by offering courses that focus on Number Systems, Probability and Statistics, Algebra, Geometry, and Advanced Algebra. Students who do their concentration in mathematics can get Introductory Authorization to teach mathematics in middle school after taking a few additional classes. All concentrations require a total of 12 units. The initial 3 units are fulfilled by the lead-in course. Select an additional 9 units following the criteria below:

" F= Fall offerings " SP= Spring offerings

Course # Course Title Units Lead-in Course: Math 100 F/SP Exploring Mathematics 3 Select 3 courses from the list below: Math 75 F/SP Mathematical Analysis I 4 Math 133 • F Number Theory for Liberal Studies 3

Math 134 • SP Geometry Liberal Studies 3 Math 137 • F Exploring Statistics 3 Math 138 • SP Exploring Algebra 3 Math 139 • F Exploring Advanced Algebra 4 Math 101 F/SP Statistical Methods 4 Math 111 Transition to Advanced Mathematics 3 Math 114 F Discrete Structures 3 Math 116 F/SP Theory of Numbers 4 Math 143 SP History of Mathematics 4 Math 145 F Problem Solving 3 Minimum Selected Units 9 Minimum Total Units 12

• These courses are designed for the Liberal studies majors and are strongly recommended

   

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Music Concentration Description: The Music Concentration is designed to give Liberal Studies majors an opportunity to gain further expertise in music. Students will take courses designed to develop a deeper understanding of music in terms of artistic perception, creative expression, historical/cultural context, and aesthetic evaluation. Upon completion of this concentration students will have a strong foundation for integrating music into the elementary classroom. All concentrations require a total of 12 units. The initial 3 units are fulfilled by the lead-in course. Select an additional 9 units following the criteria below:

Course # Course Title Units Lead-in Course: Music 153 Children’s Music 3 Required Courses: Music 102WC/MC Women’s Chorus/Men’s Chorus 2 Music 110 Voice for Non-Majors 1 Music 155 Advanced Elementary Classroom Techniques 3 Music 180 Children’s Choirs: Techniques and Literature 3 Selected Units 9 Total Units 12

   

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Physical Education Concentration Description: The physical education concentration will provide the knowledge, concepts and skills essential to the delivery of physical education by the classroom teacher. Core concepts in physical education are introduced and applied in KINES 152. These core concepts are enhanced through additional study in selected physical education areas (gymnastics, dance pedagogy, non-traditional games, and/or independent study with a master teacher in physical education. All concentrations require a total of 12 units. The initial 3 units are fulfilled by the lead-in course. Select an additional 9 units following the criteria below: Course # Course Title Units Lead-in Course: KINES 152 Physical Education for Children 3 KINES 32 AND KAC 6 or KAC 103

Lifetime Fitness and Wellness AND Basic Swim or Swim for Fitness

2 + 1

KINES 35 Anatomical/Physiological Kinesiology 3 KINES 109 Motor Learning 3 OR KINES 110 (preferred) Growth and Development 3 Selected Units 9 Total Units 12

   

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Science Concentration Description: This concentration is designed to review the four basic natural sciences that Liberal Studies students take as freshmen, physics, chemistry, earth/space science, and biology. All of these courses are specially designed to include a strong pedagogy component so that any student who completes the series will have dozens of lessons ready to use in the classroom at various grade levels. Liberal Studies students may be surprised by how much they enjoy science when they are able to combine it with learning how to teach science to grade school children. You must complete a total of four courses. All concentrations require a total of 12 units. The initial 3 units are fulfilled by the lead-in course. Select an additional 9 units following the criteria below: No more than 3 units may be lower division.

Course # Course Title Units Lead-in Course: N SCI 115 Environmental Earth and Life Science 3 Select 3 courses from the list below: CHEM 3A Introductory General Chemistry 4 CHEM 10 Chemistry and Society 4 EES 154 Introductory Earth Science 3 NSCI 120 Biotechnology and Its Impact on Society 3 NSCI 121 Blood: Science, Art, Folklore 3 NSCI 125 Revenge of the Killer Microbes 3 PHYS 10 Conceptual Physics 4 PHYS 168S Physics Pedagogy and Outreach 6 P SCI 21 Elementary Astronomy 4 Minimum Selected Units 9 Total Units 12

   

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Social Institutions & Processes Concentration Description: The Social Institutions & Processes concentration is designed to give Liberal Studies majors an opportunity to gain enhanced expertise in the Social Science disciplines by offering courses that focus on cultural and ethnic diversity. Social Science courses with a historical focus are excluded from this concentration. Instead, courses in this concentration bring a general view of the political, social, cultural and economic forces and institutions that serve as the basis for social change in a society. There is a strong theme of cultural diversity in most of these courses to help Liberal Studies majors prepare themselves for the multi-ethnic classrooms of California. All concentrations require a total of 12 units. The initial 3 units are fulfilled by the lead-in course. No more than 6 units may be from lower division. Select an additional 9 units following the criteria below:

Course # Course Title Units Lead-in Course: Econ 165 The Modern American Economy 3 Lower Division: Africana and American Indian Studies 1 Ethnic Experience 3 Anthropology 2 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology 3 Chicano and Latin American Studies 3 Introduction to Chicano/Latino Studies 3 Economics 40 Principles of Microeconomics 3 Economics 50 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 Geography 2 Introduction to Cultural Geography 3 Sociology 1 Principles of Sociology 3 Women’s Studies 10 Introduction to Women’s Studies 3 Upper Division: Asian American Studies 110 Asian American Communities 3 Africana and American Indian Studies 135 The African American Community 3 Anthropology 120 Ethnic Relations and Culture 3 Chicano and Latin American Studies 116 Cultural Change and the Latino 3 Chicano and Latin American Studies 143 Bilingual/Bicultural Education 3 Criminology 120 Juvenile Delinquency 3 Geography 164 American Ethnic Geography 3 PAX 100 Peace and Conflict 3 Sociology 111 Sociology of Race and Ethnicity 3 Sociology 131 Sociology of Sex and Gender 3 Sociology 165 The Family 3 Women’s Studies 135 Women in Other Cultures 3 Selected Units 9 Total Units 12

   

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STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics) Concentration Description: The STEM Concentration affords a transformative science learning for future elementary teachers through deliberately designed integrative courses with these shared purposes: (a) increase interest in and generate excitement for teaching and learning science; (b) provide coherent and connected science learning opportunities; (c) model research-based and inquiry-orientated science pedagogy; and (d) facilitate awareness of the Next Generation Science Standards and Common Core State Standards. All concentrations require a total of 12 units. The initial 3 units are fulfilled by the lead-in course. Select an additional 9 units following the criteria below:

Course # Course Title Units Lead-in Course: NSCI 115 Environmental Earth and Life Science 3 PHYS 168S Physics Pedagogy and Outreach 3 ENGR 191T Engineering Literacy 3 NSCI 116 Energy, Technology, and Society 3 Selected Units 9 Total Units 12

   

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Teaching the English Learner (TEL) Concentration Description: Students who wish to feel more confident about their ability to use or teach Standard English Grammar are encouraged to take this concentration. This concentration has two main objectives. First, it is designed to offer Liberal Studies students the opportunity to extend their knowledge of theories, techniques, materials, and activities related especially to teaching English Learners. Second, building on previous required courses in Linguistics, it will expand Liberal Studies students’ awareness of language forms, functions, and meanings. All concentrations require a total of 12 units. The initial 3 units are fulfilled by the lead-in course. Select an additional 9 units following the criteria below:

Course # Course Title Units

Lead-in Course: Linguistics 132 Linguistics and Reading 3 Other required courses: Linguistics 141 Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages 3 Linguistics 146 Practical English Grammar for Teachers 3 Required Units 6 Select 1 course from the list below: Linguistics 147 Bilingualism 3 Linguistics 155 Computer Assisted Language Learning 3 Linguistics 165 Language Acquisition 3 Selected Units 3 Total Units 12

   

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Urban Civic Education Concentration Description: The Urban Civic Education concentration uses service-learning to provide Liberal Studies majors an interdisciplinary perspective to the study of diverse urban cultural communities, issues facing these communities, and cultural and community influences on children’s education. Students will actively engage in service-learning experiences to support community organizations in diverse urban contexts and implement projects with local K-12 school districts to learn how service-learning can serve as an instructional method to impact children’s academic achievement and civic engagement. All concentrations require a total of 12 units. The initial 3 units are fulfilled by the lead-in course. The other required courses fulfill 6 additional units. Select one 3-unit course from the list below.

" F= Fall offerings " SP= Spring offerings

Course #

Course Title

Units Lead-in Course: Comm 114 F/SP Communication and Learning 3

Lead-in Units 3 Required Courses: ComS1 F/SP Community Service-Learning 3

LEE 144s F/SP Service-Learning Pedagogy & Practice 3

Required Units 6 Select 1 course from these electives AFRS 104W F/SP Writing about American Inequality 3 CFS 133S F/SP Child and Family Crisis 3

CFS 134 F/SP Multicultural Perspectives on Children and Families 3 ASAM 110 F/SP Asian American Communities 3 CLAS 3 F/SP Introduction to Chicano/Latino Studies 3

CLAS 116 F Cultural Change and the Latino 3

SWRK 128 F/SP Child Welfare 3

SOC 130WS F/SP Contemporary Social Issues 3

SOC 144 F Social Policy Analysis 3 ANTH 111 F/SP Introduction to Ethnographic Fieldwork 3 CFS 141 F/SP Effective Relationships in the School Setting 3 LING 147 F/SP Bilingualism 3 SOC 148 F Sociology of Education 3

Selected Units 3

Total Units 12 * Completion of this concentration will satisfy 9 units towards the Minor in Urban Civic Education coursework. The Minor requires 15 units. Students who wish to complete this Minor can select 2 more course from the list of electives.

   

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World History & American Studies Concentration Description: The World History and American Studies Concentration is designed to give Liberal Studies majors an opportunity to gain enhanced expertise in the Social Science disciplines by offering courses that have a strong history focus. The World History section contains classes that provide additional background in ancient, medieval and early modern history, while courses in American Studies emphasize different aspects and time periods of American history. In the elementary California school curriculum the history-social science standards provide parallel emphases in both world and U.S. history. After completing this concentration Liberal Studies majors should be exceptionally well prepared to teach the California history-social science content standards. All concentrations require 12 units. The initial 3 units are fulfilled by the lead-in course. No more than 6 units may be from lower division. Select an additional 9 units following the criteria below.

Course # Course Title Units Lead-in Course: Econ 165 The Modern American Economy 3 Select 3 courses from the list below. At least one course must be selected from the World History section and one course from American Studies. World History Courses History 1 Western Civilization I 3 History 2 Western Civilization II 3 History 21 World History II 3 History 111 Ancient Greece 3 History 112 Ancient Rome 3 History 114 Ancient Egypt 3 History 121 The Middle Ages 3 History 122 Medieval Culture 3 History 125 Renaissance 3 History 126 Reformation 3 World History Units 3-6 American Studies Courses History 3 Colonial America 3 History 12 American History From 1877 3 Economics 110 Economic History of the United States 3 Geography 178 Geography of California 3 History 160 The Great American Civilizations 3 History 171 Early American History 3 History 172 United States History (1789-1865) 3 History 173 United States History (1865-1914) 3 History 178 or AFRS 178 History of African Americans 3 History 186 American Immigration and Ethnic History 3 History 187 California History 3 American Studies Units 3-6 Selected Units 9 Total Units 12

   

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Clubs and Organizations

Build-A-Teacher Club

For prospective teachers and educators.

“To develop and inspire future educators by providing teaching strategies and resources.”

bat.csuf@gmail.com

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How to File for Graduation

Graduation Information:

• File for the Bachelor’s degree during the first four weeks of the term in which you plan to finish degree requirements. Apply online through your student portal and pay a fee of $35.00, http://my.fresnostate.edu.

• Once you have filed for the degree, you will need to meet with a Liberal Studies advisor to fill out a Major Approval Form. Please call the office at (559) 278-0300 to set up an appointment.

• Degree Requirements:

1. 40 Upper Division units 2. 120 Cumulative units 3. UDWS (ENGL 117W) 4. 2.0 GPA in: (GE, Major, Overall, Campus and/or Minor)

   

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Credential Program Application Process Prerequisites:

• Multiple Subject (Elementary Credential) EHD 50 or equivalent & CI 100

• Education Specialist (Special Education Credential)

EHD 50 or equivalent, CI 100, & SPED 120

• DUAL (Elementary Credential & Special Education Credential) EHD 50 or equivalent, CI 100, & SPED 120

• Single Subject (Middle/High School Credential) EHD 50 or equivalent & CI 149

• CBEST & Subject Matter Competency (approved coursework or CSET if Single Subject, CSET if Multiple Subject)

• CUM GPA 2.67 or Last 60 units 2.75

Things to keep in mind…

• If you plan to begin the credential program while you are completing the undergraduate degree (Blending option), you should apply once you have completed almost all of the Liberal Studies Major courses. Consult with any major advisor on the timing of blending the credential.

• If you do not plan to blend the credential, you will want to begin your application process approximately two semesters prior to the semester in which you plan to start the program.

• You may obtain the credential application packet online at www.fresnostate.edu/kremen/applications.

• Be aware of application deadlines for the program and meet with an advisor to go over program admission requirements.

   

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Resources

CBEST & CSET Preparation

• Official CBEST Practice Test http://www.ctcexams.nesinc.com/prep_practice_CBEST.asp

• Official CSET Practice Test http://www.ctcexams.nesinc.com/prep_practice_CSET.asp

• Study.com- Create your own account to access practice tests and study guides:

http://study.com/academy/course/cbest-test.html

• Teachers Test Prep- Practice tests, study guides, live prep classes, one-on-one tutoring, and online prep: www.teacherstestprep.com

• Test Prep Review- Practice tests, flashcards, and test breakdown information:

http://www.testprepreview.com

• CBEST and CSET Prep Books on Reserve at the Henry Madden Library- Check out prep books at Circulation desk at the Madden Library at Fresno State. Call (559) 278-2551 or http://www.fresnostate.edu/library/ for more information.

• CBEST Tutoring- Math and English Tutors are available (bring your own CBEST materials).

Contact the Learning Center at (559) 278-3052 or http://www.fresnostate.edu/studentaffairs/lrc/.

• YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/

• Free Apps available on Android and iOS devices

• Prep Books available for purchase- Additional test preparation books available through online

retailers (Amazon, Chegg, BigWords, ValoreBooks, etc.)

   

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CBEST California Basic Educational Skills Test

The CBEST exam is designed to test basic reading, mathematics, and writing skills found to be important for the job of an educator, but not the ability to teach those skills. In California, passage of this test is required to obtain

a preliminary credential.

You may obtain more information and register for the exam at www.cbest.nesinc.com

Need assistance in CBEST preparation? Test prep books on reserve in the Henry Madden Library

Available Now!!

Visit Library Circulation Desk for more information or call 278-2551.

Must have student ID card to view books on reserve.

CSET California Subjects Examination for Teachers

The CSET exam is designed to demonstrate competence in the subject matter a teacher candidate will be authorized to teach.

You may obtain more information and register for the exam at www.cset.nesinc.com

Need assistance in Multiple Subject CSET preparation? Test prep books on reserve in the Henry Madden Library

Available Now!!

Visit Library Circulation Desk for more information or call 278-2551. Must have student ID card to view books on reserve.