what should I major in? Does it really matter?
2007-03-10 13:52:29 · 10 answers · asked by Sarah S 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Teaching
I live in San Diego CA, I'm going to school there and never want to live anywhere else. I also don't think my school has a specific education major, it's SDSU if anyone knows about that particular school.
2007-03-10 15:00:07 · update #1
Here's the link to their teacher education information page: http://edweb.sdsu.edu/STE/teachprospective.htm .
Take a look. Personally, I would contact them and ask about which majors are most in demand. To be an elementary teacher, you can usually major in any teachable subject, but some will be more in demand than others. Keep in mind that there will be other requirements in addition to the major.
Good luck.
2007-03-10 16:50:31 · answer #1 · answered by mbm244 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think some of the people understand your question!! I, personally, chose to have three minors. I have Math, Social Studies, and Early Childhood Education. What you major in depends on what you are good at and what the demands in your area are. Math teachers (and Science in many areas, too) are often sought after. Some school districts will not hire you unless you have a Language Arts minor. I chose mine because I love math, hate science, and everyone else was getting Language Arts, so I chose the other path. And, in my area, they will not hire you to teach in a K-3 classroom without an early childhood endorsement. So, it really depends on what you are good at and what is needed in your area. Special Education and Fine Arts are often in-demand, also. You can't go wrong with Language Arts or math!
Oh, and make your decision soon! You can "kill two birds with one stone" by filling both a general ed requirement and a requirement in your major/minor with one class!
2007-03-10 14:22:33 · answer #2 · answered by jaynarie 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well, if you want to teach, you should major in education. If you live in California, it's a little different how they structure it. Where I used to live there was no education major. Just child development.
If you like little kids, major in Early Childhood (birth to grade 3 in most places). If you like elementary kids, major in Elementary (kindergarten to grade 6 in some places, others it is still k-8). If you like middle school kids, it depends on where you go to school. In KS, you have to major in elementary education with an emphasis in middle school math or english (we don't offer a m.s. science degree yet). If you prefer high school students, major in a specific subject in some states (or in KS, you major in History Education, Science Education, English Education, etc.). If you like PE, major in PE Education.
It may depend on what school you choose. Also, states are different about certifying teachers and switching between states if you plan to get your degree in one state and move back to your home state after graduation. Your high school counselor should be able to help you figure this out.
2007-03-10 14:52:01 · answer #3 · answered by mandirae23 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
They have actual teaching things you can go to school for.
I am in my 3rd year to become a pre-school teacher and I still have no major. I am going for my Teaching Degree, but I'm still doing basics (get those done first, then work on the child classes), and they have like a set of classes that you can take, then they'll put you in as a sub.
But get those basics done first, dont even start on the child classes.
2007-03-10 14:00:49 · answer #4 · answered by Skyleigh's Mom :)™ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You major in education and admissions will show you the classes that you have to take, not necessary in any order. I am sure that UCSD has an education department, look online.
2007-03-10 18:18:57 · answer #5 · answered by seanmichael67 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
elementary education.
you need to major in this so you can take child psychology courses to learn how a child's mind works. also, teaching younger students is different from teaching older ones.
Good luck with college!
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2007-03-10 13:57:01 · answer #6 · answered by kelsey 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I know a school child who got fed up with being told tyhat he was not allowed to go to the lavatory and he eventually lost it and went to the lavatory in the head teachers peddle bin and announced it in the assembelly.
How much more effort does it take to get through to these chool teachers?
2007-03-10 14:35:12 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Go with your strongest class. If you are good at english, go with it, if you are good at math go with that. A counsellor at your chosen University or College can help you figure out what you are best suited for.
2007-03-10 13:59:19 · answer #8 · answered by penelopejanepitstop 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Education, and minor in whatever class you want to teach...
2007-03-10 13:59:55 · answer #9 · answered by Todd R 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
major in education....
2007-03-10 13:55:41 · answer #10 · answered by snowangels 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋