Academic Questions (top)

What is the mission of the Elementary Education Department?
Where is the Elementary Education Department located?
How do I get started?
How do I get started at the beginning of the semester after I am enrolled?
Is the degree completely online?
Will my credits from other institutions transfer to FHSU?
How long does it take to complete the degree?
How are the courses delivered?
What is the difference between the on-campus and online courses?
How do I get more information about the Elementary Education programs?
What are the characteristics of successful online learners?
Will I be able to communicate with the faculty members and other students?
What are advantages to online courses?
How do I know when the courses are offered?
How many hours are required for a certificate in Elementary Education?
How many hours are required for a Minor in Elementary Education?
How many hours are required for a B. S. or B. A. in Elementary Education?
What computer skills will I need to take these courses?
How many credit hours can I take at one time?
How many students are typically in an on-line Elementary Education course?
Where can I find the course syllabus for my Elementary Education courses?
What is a free elective?

What is the mission of the Elementary Education Department? (back to academic questions)
Our mission is to educate and nurture citizens to lead our community, state, nation, and beyond.

Where is the Elementary Education Department located? (back to academic questions)
The Department of Teacher Education is housed in the Rarick Hall room 244.

How do I get started? (back to academic questions)
The first thing that you should do is apply for admission to FHSU. Upon acceptance you should contact the Department of Teacher Education(785.628.4204) to be assigned to an advisor. That advisor will help you enroll in courses.

How do I get started at the beginning of the semester after I am enrolled? (back to academic questions)
You should access Blackboard on the first day of semester and read your course syllabus. Classroom Support.

Is the degree completely on-line? (back to academic questions)
No, our TEAM program is not completely online. However one option available to students is an online program filled through a competitive application process.

Will my credits from other institutions transfer to FHSU? (back to academic questions)
These decisions are made on a case by case basis. When you apply for admission, you will send your transcripts from the other institutions you’ve attended to FHSU. You may contact the Registrar’s office (785.628.4222) to inquire about a specific course.

How long does it take to complete the degree? (back to academic questions)
For most students, it takes at least four years to complete their bachelor’s degree. You can take as little or as much time as you need to complete your degree. However, coursework more than eight years old may not be accepted for use towards your degree.

How are the courses delivered? (back to academic questions)
The course delivery differs for each course; however, Blackboard 7.0 is the course management system you will use for most courses. Additional material will be provided via the Internet, books, CD-Rom, and other materials.

What is the difference between the on-campus and on-line courses? (back to academic questions)
Of course, the major difference between the two is the delivery mode. Interaction between students and the instructors takes place electronically rather that face-to-face. The course material and content are the same.

How do I get more information about the Teacher Education Department? (back to academic questions)
You may call 785.628.4303 or email teachered@fhsu.edu to receive more information about the programs we offer.

What are the characteristics of successful on-line learners? (back to academic questions)

• Highly self-motivated
• Problem solvers
• Independent
• Flexible and can adapt to the learning environment
• Time managers
• Possess good study habits
• Are not afraid to ask questions

Will I be able to communicate with the faculty members and other students? (back to academic questions)
Although the method of communication may differ in each course, you will primarily use e-mail, telephone, on-line discussions, and chat rooms to interact with students and faculty members.

What are advantages to on-line courses? (back to academic questions)
One of the main advantages of on-line courses is convenience. You can access the course materials at times and places most convenient to you.

How do I know when the courses are offered? (back to academic questions)
Click here to find a matrix that outlines when courses will be offered that are required for the various programs housed in Teacher Education.

How many hours are required for a Minor in Elementary Education? (back to academic questions)
The minor is a 15 credit hour program. For more information, please visit the Elementary Education minor program information.

How many hours are required for a B. S. in Elementary Education? (back to academic questions)
The degree is a 127 credit hour program. For more information, please visit the Elementary Education degree program information.

What computer skills will I need to take these courses? (back to academic questions)
You will need basic skills such as keyboarding and accessing the Internet. In addition, you will need to learn how to use the Blackboard Learning System. If don't understand this and want to learn, please see the tutorial section.

How many credit hours can I take at one time? (back to academic questions)
To be considered a full-time undergraduate student, you have to be enrolled in 12 credit hours during the semester if you are an undergraduate; 9 hours for graduate students. Like any college course load, you must consider the amount of time you can devote to your class or classes based on your obligations such as family, career, etc.

How many students are typically in an on-line education course? (back to academic questions)
Courses typically have 15-20 students enrolled each semester.

Where can I find the course syllabus for my Education courses? (back to academic questions)
For a general syllabus you may visit www.fhsu.edu/syllabus. For your semester syllabus with due dates and up to date information, you will access it on Blackboard the first day of the semester.

What is a free elective? (back to academic questions)
Every student needs at least 124 credit hours to graduate. A free elective is a class that you can take to help you reach that number, but is not required by your major area of study. Many people use these free electives to double major, take a minor, or learn about different areas of study that interest them.

Career (top)

What can I do with a degree in Elementary Education?
What are some of the jobs that students have after receiving their Elementary Education degree from FHSU?

What can I do with a degree in Teacher Education? (back to career questions)
The Bachelor's degree in Teacher Education prepares students to become effective organizational players in today's workplace. Rather than preparing graduates for a single particular career, this degree program provides the knowledge and skills necessary for a broad range of organizational and supervisory positions. Graduates find themselves well prepared for entry-level supervisory and project management roles.

What are some of the jobs that students have after receiving their Elementary Education degree from FHSU? (back to career questions)