Registration & Sequence Directives
DePaul University • College of Education
The following sequence fulfills the 60-credit requirement across seven quarters, strictly maintaining full-time graduate status without exceeding the necessary credit load per term.
| Term | Required Courses | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Fall 2026 |
Examines physical, cognitive, and social-emotional development from birth to adolescence.
Analyzes the impact of urban environments and community resources on child development.
|
8 |
| Winter 2027 |
Theoretical and practical aspects of language acquisition in children birth to age 8.
Critical analysis of the historical, sociological, or philosophical foundations of education.
|
8 |
| Spring 2027 |
Strategies for integrating children's literature and fostering early literacy skills.
Characteristics of young children with special needs and inclusive teaching methodologies.
|
8 |
| Fall 2027 |
Curriculum design, instructional strategies, and play-based learning for preschool.
Methods for teaching foundational math and science concepts via inquiry-based learning.
Field experience applying preschool curriculum strategies in an active classroom.
|
10 |
| Winter 2028 |
Designing and implementing integrated curriculum for kindergarten through third grade.
Techniques for observing, documenting, and assessing young children's development.
Field experience applying primary-grade curriculum and instructional strategies.
|
10 |
| Spring 2028 |
Strategies to support the social-emotional well-being and mental health of young children.
Pedagogical approaches for supporting multilingual children in early childhood settings.
|
8 |
| Fall 2028 |
10-week full-time, supervised student teaching experience in an early childhood classroom.
Capstone seminar reflecting on student teaching and preparing for final licensure.
|
8 |
To execute enrollment, access the campus portal below and authenticate your session.