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#Online Elementary Education Degree

Leads to teacher licensure

Degree Overview

Bachelor of Arts Interdisciplinary Studies (K-8) - Leads to teacher licensure

Earning an online degree in elementary education will put you in the classroom of your dreams. The B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies (K-8) will give you the content knowledge and teaching skills necessary to become a certified elementary school teacher. You will become a highly qualified teacher ready to make a difference in a child’s life.

Note: WGU is the first exclusively online university to receive NCATE accreditation for its degree programs that lead to teacher licensure, a testament to the fact that WGU graduates "have the knowledge and skills to be effective in helping all students learn."

Who the Program Is For:

What You'll Learn

Essential Knowledge and Skills

Practice Teaching

In-classroom experience is an invaluable part of becoming a highly qualified teacher. Your in-classroom experience will help you elevate the academic knowledge and teaching skills you’ve developed into a practical way of effectively and confidently tackling the challenges of your own classroom.

Professional Portfolio

Your professional portfolio is something to be proud of – it will include your resume and Philosophy of Teaching Statement and serve as a way to showcase the skills you have acquired throughout your degree program and demonstration teaching. You'll take what you've learned and apply it to a real-world situation by recommending strategies for effectively handling actual issues you'll face in the workplace.