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The following careers are directly or indirectly related to the study of this major. Click the job title to learn more about it. To search for more career options, visit OnetOnline.org.
A Bachelor of Science in Special Education/Elementary Education (Teaching All Learners-TAL) prepares you to earn a dual licensure in elementary general and special education K-6.
TAL students support children in reaching their full potential. TAL offers coursework, field placements in several kinds of schools and classrooms, faculty support, and mentorship to develop innovative and effective teachers. Dynamic coursework covers the fundamentals of teaching (e.g., literacy, math, science, and social studies) and extends beyond those essentials to include strategies needed in today's schools, such as effective instruction, classroom and behavior management, assistive technology, assessment, and collaboration.
NOTE: The number of electives for the TAL program is very limited. Electives are not recommended for the freshman year. See your advisor for additional details.
Please consult the Programs Sheets page via the Special Education/Elementary Education-Teaching All Learners tab on the School of Education website to find more information about this program, including additional admission requirements.
For detailed information about this major and degree requirements, visit the departmental website and the School of Education Academic Bulletin.
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John Holland developed a theoretical framework consisting of six general themes that describe broad areas interest relating to self and the working world. If you are interested in discovering your career interests, visit our Learn more about yourself page to learn about the Strong Interest Inventory.
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Below is a sampling of skills related to this major mapped from the Skillscan Driver Assessment. The SkillScan assessment provides a simple 3-step process to help you learn about your strengths and weaknesses, the skills you enjoy and want to use in a career and those skills needing development. Consider taking the SkillScan assessment to better understand your skills as it relates to majors at IU.
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