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Nov 22, 2024
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2016-2017 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]
Speech Communication (B.S.) - Speech Education Specialization
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Program Coordinator/Contact
Laurie Haleta, Department Head
Department of Communication Studies & Theatre
Pugsley Center 115, Box 2218
E-mail: laurie.haleta@sdstate.edu
Program Information
This area of specialization is designed for the person who plans to become a communication educator. While the emphasis is primarily on secondary education, the area can serve as a specialization for teaching higher education as well.
Student Learning Outcomes
Graduates will be prepared to:
- teach classroom speech.
- direct drama activities.
- coach individual speech events, debate and oral interpretation.
Academic Requirements
A minimum grade of “C” or better is required in all major courses.
Course Delivery Format
Courses utilize lecture, laboratory, small group, collaborative and integrative techniques.
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Requirements for Speech Communication Major - Speech Education Specialization: 120 Credits
Bachelor of Science in Arts and Sciences
System General Education Requirements
Institutional Graduation Requirements
College of Arts and Sciences Requirements
Bachelor of Science Requirements: 10+
- Natural Sciences Credits: 10+
- Any two lab sciences.
- Coursework must include 2 prefixes.
- MATH and STATS courses do not count toward the science requirement.
- One declared minor outside of the major prefix OR a second major OR a teaching specialization. The minor may be a traditional minor within one department or it may be interdisciplinary involving more than one department. The minor can be in a different college. The minor must be declared no later than the student’s third semester of enrollment.
- Capstone course in the major discipline
- Upper division coursework Credits: 33
SGRs, IGRs, and/or Major coursework may satisfy some or all of the above requirements. Consult program advisor for details. See the College of Arts and Sciences for additional information about Bachelor of Arts specifications.
Technical Electives
- Select 8 credits of electives from SPCM and/or THEA.
Teaching Specialization Requirements
Additional Requirements
- Students must also receive a “C” grade or better in , , and or higher.
- There are GPA requirements for entry into and continuation within the teacher education program. For additional information please consult the Secondary Education Handbook.
Electives
Taken as needed to complete any additional degree requirements.
Total Required Credits: 120
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