Accelerated Secondary Education - Social Studies (Acc)

This program is offered in both a licensure and non-licensure option. 

Wisconsin licensure option

Through a blend of the social sciences, history, and humanities, you’ll learn to guide your students through a myriad of perspectives and social structures, and be able to adapt such lessons for the next generation of thinkers.  Perhaps most importantly, you’ll understand how to help your students discover how people relate to each other, how we interact as groups, and how we organize our thoughts, religions, and governments. With a foundation in social studies, your students will be able to understand the world around them, and their place in it.

You can make a difference in the lives of children; you can become a teacher by earning your bachelor's in secondary education and teaching license online. The Accelerated Secondary Education - Social Studies licensure program is a fully online bachelor's in education leading to a Wisconsin license to teach grades 4 through 12. The accelerated courses can be scheduled to complete this program in 3 years or at the pace you prefer.

Non-licensure option

Students in this option will not obtain a teaching license from the state of Wisconsin. This program is specifically designed for candidates residing outside of Wisconsin who wish to pursue a Concordia education in teaching but do not intend to obtain a Wisconsin teaching license. This option may be particularly appealing to those who are not Wisconsin residents but are interested in earning the Lutheran Teacher Diploma, which would make them eligible to receive a Call from a Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod school to serve as a church worker. This adaptation aligns with federal Department of Education regulations, which restrict out-of-state learners from enrolling in licensure programs outside their home state.

Program Learning Outcomes

1. Learner Development: The teacher understands how learners grow and develop, recognizing that patterns of learning and development vary individually within and across the cognitive, linguistic, social, emotional, and physical areas, and designs and implements developmentally appropriate and challenging learning experiences (Human Relations, Pedagogical Knowledge) 

2. Learning Differences : The teacher uses understanding of individual differences and diverse cultures and communities to ensure inclusive learning environments that enable each learner to meet high standards. (Human Relations, Pedagogical Knowledge) 

3. Learning Environments: The teacher works with others to create environments that support individual and collaborative learning, and that encourage positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation. (Teaching Practice, Human Relations)

4. Content Knowledge: The teacher understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the discipline(s) he or she teaches and creates learning experiences that make these aspects of the discipline accessible and meaningful for learners to assure mastery of the content. (Content Knowledge)

5. Application of Content:  The teacher understands how to connect concepts and use differing perspectives to engage learners in critical thinking, creativity, and collaborative problem solving related to authentic local and global issues.

6. Assessment Strategies: The teacher understands and uses multiple methods of assessment to engage learners in their own growth, to monitor learner progress, and to guide the teacher’s and learner’s decision making. (Content Knowledge, Pedagogical Knowledge)

7. Planning for Instruction: The teacher plans instruction that supports every student in meeting rigorous learning goals by drawing upon knowledge of content areas, curriculum, cross-disciplinary skills, and pedagogy, as well as knowledge of learners and the community context. (Content Knowledge, Pedagogical Knowledge)

8. Instructional Strategies: The teacher understands and uses a variety of instructional strategies to encourage learners to develop deep understanding of content areas and their connections, and to build skills to apply knowledge in meaningful ways. (Pedagogical Knowledge, Communication Skills, Teaching Practice)

9. Professional Learning and Ethical Practice: The teacher engages in ongoing professional learning and uses evidence to continually evaluate his/her practice, particularly the effects of his/her choices and actions on others (learners, families, other professionals, and the community), and adapts practice to meet the needs of each learner.

10. Leadership and Collaboration: The teacher seeks appropriate leadership roles and opportunities to take responsibility for student learning, to collaborate with learners, families, colleagues, other school professionals, and community members to ensure learner growth, and to advance the profession.

11.  Character/Faith Development: All teachers model a value system which emphasizes moral and ethical character. Teachers in Christian schools integrate faith and learning while modeling Christian mission and service with a biblical worldview. Lutheran teachers adhere to the doctrine and practice of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod. (Human Relations, Professional Dispositions, Content Knowledge)

Curriculum 

Undergraduate Core Requirements - Public Education44
Public Education Major70
Public Education Electives6
Undergraduate Core Requirements - Lutheran Teacher Diploma47
Lutheran Teacher Diploma Major76
Total Hours - Public Education120
Total Hours - Lutheran Teacher Diploma or Christian Teacher Certificate123

Core Curriculum - 44 - 47 Credits

Concordia Common Core

Theology - Public Education
REL 1000The Bible3
REL 1100Christian Faith3
Theology - Lutheran (LTD) & Christian (CTC)
REL 2010Old Testament3
REL 2020New Testament3
REL 2030Biblical Theology3
CCE 1020Western Culture & Worldview3
CCE 1030Western Thought & Worldview3
CCE 1040Science & Humanity3
Liberal Arts Dimensions
ENG 2100College Writing3
Communication or Language course3
Faith and Life Elective3
ED 1102Foundations of Education3
HHP 1115Fit and Well2
Human Creativity and Expression: Art, Music, Theater, Literature or Graphic Design activity course3
MATH 1190Number Sense: Teaching Pre K-93
ENV 1050Introduction to Environmental Science3
ED 1103Human Relations for Teachers3
Society & Culture elective3

Social Studies Education Curriculum - 70 - 76 credits

Theoretical and Practical Component - 15 credits
ED 1230Nature of the Exceptional Child3
ED 1275Human Learning3
ED 4340The Art and Science of Assessment and Instruction 13
ED 4373Curriculum and Methods of Teaching Social Studies - Secondary 1,23
ED 4411The Profession and Ethics of Teaching 13
Social Studies Component - 33 credits
ECON 2000Principles of Economics3
PSY 1010General Psychology3
HIST 1610World Civilizations I3
HIST 1615World Civilizations II3
HIST 2240The American Federal System3
or POLS 2010 American Government
HIST 3200Early America:1492-18003
HIST 3210American Republic: 1800-18603
HIST 3220Indus America:1865-19203
HIST 3230United States as a World Power: 1920-Present3
HIST 3850Historical Methods3
HIST 4800History Seminar3
Clinicals and Student Teaching Component - 22 credits
ED 4501Clinical Field Experience 13
ED 4502Clinical Field Experience 23
ED 4507Clinical Field Experience 7 1, 23
Student Teaching Component (Take these courses in the same semester)
ED 4414Portfolio Completion-Secondary 11
ED 4433
ED 4434
Secondary Ed Student Teaching 1
and Secondary Ed Student Teaching 2 1
12
Lutheran (LCMS Members) Teacher Diploma Requirements
ED 2306Teaching the Faith3
REL 4000Lutheran Confessions3
Christian Teacher Certification Requirements
ED 2306Teaching the Faith3
Select one of the following:3
REL 3500A Survey of Christian Thought3
REL 3860Law and Gospel in the Life of the Church3
REL 4000Lutheran Confessions3
PHIL 3250Christian Apologetics3
PHIL 3340Christ and Culture3
1

Course Requires Upper Division Status.

2

"The Block" classes are taken during the same semester.

Curriculum 

Undergraduate Core Requirements - Non-Licensable Education44
Non-Licensable Education Major70
Non-Licensable Education Electives6
Non-Licensable Undergraduate Core Requirements - Lutheran Teacher Diploma47
Non-Licensable Lutheran Teacher Diploma Major76
Total Hours - Non-Licensable Education120
Total Hours - Non-Licensable Lutheran Teacher Diploma or Christian Teacher Certificate123

Core Curriculum - 44 - 47 Credits

Concordia Common Core

Theology - Public Education
REL 1000The Bible3
REL 1100Christian Faith3
Theology - Lutheran (LTD) & Christian (CTC)
REL 2010Old Testament3
REL 2020New Testament3
REL 2030Biblical Theology3
CCE 1020Western Culture & Worldview3
CCE 1030Western Thought & Worldview3
CCE 1040Science & Humanity3
Liberal Arts Dimensions
ENG 2100College Writing3
Communication or Language course3
Faith and Life Elective3
ED 1102Foundations of Education3
HHP 1115Fit and Well2
Human Creativity and Expression: Art, Music, Theater, Literature or Graphic Design activity course3
MATH 1190Number Sense: Teaching Pre K-93
ENV 1050Introduction to Environmental Science3
ED 1103Human Relations for Teachers3
Society & Culture elective3

Social Studies Education Curriculum - 70 - 76 credits

Theoretical and Practical Component - 15 credits
ED 1230Nature of the Exceptional Child3
ED 1275Human Learning3
ED 4340The Art and Science of Assessment and Instruction 13
ED 4373Curriculum and Methods of Teaching Social Studies - Secondary 1,23
ED 4411The Profession and Ethics of Teaching 13
Social Studies Component - 33 credits
ECON 2000Principles of Economics3
PSY 1010General Psychology3
HIST 1610World Civilizations I3
HIST 1615World Civilizations II3
HIST 2240The American Federal System3
or POLS 2010 American Government
HIST 3200Early America:1492-18003
HIST 3210American Republic: 1800-18603
HIST 3220Indus America:1865-19203
HIST 3230United States as a World Power: 1920-Present3
HIST 3850Historical Methods3
HIST 4800History Seminar3
Clinicals and Student Teaching Component - 22 credits
ED 4501Clinical Field Experience 13
ED 4502Clinical Field Experience 23
ED 4507Clinical Field Experience 7 1, 23
Student Teaching Component (Take these courses in the same semester)
ED 4414Portfolio Completion-Secondary 11
ED 4433
ED 4434
Secondary Ed Student Teaching 1
and Secondary Ed Student Teaching 2 1
12
Lutheran (LCMS Members) Teacher Diploma Requirements
ED 2306Teaching the Faith3
REL 4000Lutheran Confessions3
Christian Teacher Certification Requirements
ED 2306Teaching the Faith3
Select one of the following:3
REL 3500A Survey of Christian Thought3
REL 3860Law and Gospel in the Life of the Church3
REL 4000Lutheran Confessions3
PHIL 3250Christian Apologetics3
PHIL 3340Christ and Culture3
1

Course Requires Upper Division Status.

2

"The Block" classes are taken during the same semester.

Plan of Study Grid
Semester 1Hours
ED 1102 Foundations of Education 3
ENG 2100 College Writing 3
 Hours6
Semester 2
ED 1275 Human Learning 3
ART 1000
Basic Art Experience
or Creative Arts: Music
3
HIST 3200 Early America:1492-1800 3
REL 1000
The Bible
or Old Testament
3
ED 4501 Clinical Field Experience 1 3
 Hours15
Semester 3
ED 1230 Nature of the Exceptional Child 3
MATH 1190 Number Sense: Teaching Pre K-9 3
ED 1103 Human Relations for Teachers 3
HIST 1615 World Civilizations II 3
ED 4502 Clinical Field Experience 2 3
 Hours15
Semester 4
CCE 1020 Western Culture & Worldview 3
REL 1100
Christian Faith
or New Testament
3
ECON 2000 Principles of Economics 3
HHP 1115 Fit and Well 2
 Hours11
Semester 5
COMM 2100 Interpersonal Communication 3
ENV 1050 Introduction to Environmental Science 3
HIST 1610 World Civilizations I 3
HIST 3210 American Republic: 1800-1860 3
HIST 2240 The American Federal System 3
 Hours15
Semester 6
HIST 3220 Indus America:1865-1920 3
CCE 1030 Western Thought & Worldview 3
HIST 3230 United States as a World Power: 1920-Present 3
CCE 1010 Christian Citizen 3
HIST 3850 Historical Methods 3
 Hours15
Semester 7
PSY 1010 General Psychology 3
RELLIGION ELECTIVE 3
HIST 4800 History Seminar 3
ED 2306 Teaching the Faith 3
ED 4340 The Art and Science of Assessment and Instruction 3
 Hours15
Semester 8
ED 4373 Curriculum and Methods of Teaching Social Studies - Secondary 3
CCE 1040 Science & Humanity 3
REL 3380 Gospel of Luke 3
ED 4507 Clinical Field Experience 7 3
 Hours12
Semester 9
ED 4411 The Profession and Ethics of Teaching 3
ED 4414 Portfolio Completion-Secondary 1
ED 4433 Secondary Ed Student Teaching 1 6
ED 4434 Secondary Ed Student Teaching 2 6
 Hours16
 Total Hours120

Course options and schedule are subject to change.