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School Website: http://www.gcu.edu/Grand Canyon University is a American university offering 113 online and distance degrees. The following is a list of online university degrees offered by Grand Canyon University. Browse through them and add degrees you are interested in to your Degree Shortlist for easy reference and comparison later on.
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Secondary Education - English BachelorsGrand Canyon University - United StatesThe Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education with an Emphasis in English prepares you to become a junior high or high school English teacher, who is seeking initial teacher licensure. This degree will provide you wit... Show More The Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education with an Emphasis in English prepares you to become a junior high or high school English teacher, who is seeking initial teacher licensure. This degree will provide you with significant content knowledge to meet the needs of 21st Century learners by specializing in English. The format and courses of this regionally accredited and Arizona State Board of Education approved program are designed to maximize the content knowledge that the teacher candidate will possess upon graduation. As a teacher of secondary education, the coursework may include topics such as: curriculum development, classroom management, cultural diversity, English as a Second Language, methods of teaching technology in education, and educational psychology. All core courses are directly aligned with professional teaching standards and the associated national content standards. To become a high school English teacher, this degree program requires additional coursework that includes a study of English and American literature, Shakespeare and how his works are received cross culturally, British and American novels, and a study of English grammar and linguistics. Content courses are aligned to the professional standards of the National Council of Teachers of English. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the program. Assignments within many of the courses guide students through 120 hours of practicum/field experiences prior to student teaching, and the final semester of the program includes a full-time, 16-week student teaching component. After successfully completing this degree, additional content areas may be added post-graduation through supplemental coursework and/or through passage of a state-developed content area test. Entry RequirementsApplicants interested in earning their bachelor's degree online must meet the following requirement:
High School Transcripts - Applicants are required to submit official high school transcripts with a cumulative, unweighted grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 or above.
Transferring from Another College, University or Program Applicants with 25 or more transferable credits from an accredited, GCU-approved college, university or program may be accepted to the university if they have an unweighted GPA of 2.25 or above. For more information about our transfer policies, visit GCU's online Transfer Center.
Second Bachelor's Degree Applicants who have already earned a bachelor's degree from GCU or another institution but are interested in pursuing a second bachelor's degree may be accepted to the university if they meet the minimum admission standard of an unweighted GPA of 2.0 or above. Other Fees |
$13,188 Domestic $13,188 International |
48 Months Fulltime |
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Secondary Education - Math BachelorsGrand Canyon University - United StatesThe Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education with an Emphasis in Math prepares individuals seeking to become a high school math teacher or middle school math teacher. Graduates of this degree may seek, initial teache... Show More The Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education with an Emphasis in Math prepares individuals seeking to become a high school math teacher or middle school math teacher. Graduates of this degree may seek, initial teacher licensure. The format and courses of this regionally accredited and Arizona State Board of Education approved program are designed to maximize the content knowledge that the teacher candidate will possess upon graduation. As a teacher of secondary education, the coursework may include topics such as: curriculum development, classroom management, cultural diversity, English as a Second Language, methods of teaching technology in education, and educational psychology. All core courses are directly aligned with professional teaching standards and the associated national content standards. Additional coursework to become a high school math teacher or middle school math teacher will include a focus on algebra, trigonometry, calculus, and geometry. In addition, students will learn about probability, descriptive and inferential statistics, and decision making. Content courses are aligned to the standards of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM). Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the program. Assignments within many of the courses guide students through 120 hours of practicum/field experiences prior to student teaching, and the final semester of the program includes a full-time, 16-week student teaching component. After successfully completing this degree, additional content areas may be added post-graduation through supplemental coursework and/or through passage of a state-developed content area test. Entry RequirementsApplicants interested in earning their bachelor's degree online must meet the following requirement:
High School Transcripts - Applicants are required to submit official high school transcripts with a cumulative, unweighted grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 or above.
Transferring from Another College, University or Program Applicants with 25 or more transferable credits from an accredited, GCU-approved college, university or program may be accepted to the university if they have an unweighted GPA of 2.25 or above. For more information about our transfer policies, visit GCU's online Transfer Center.
Second Bachelor's Degree Applicants who have already earned a bachelor's degree from GCU or another institution but are interested in pursuing a second bachelor's degree may be accepted to the university if they meet the minimum admission standard of an unweighted GPA of 2.0 or above. Other Fees |
$13,188 Domestic $13,188 International |
48 Months Fulltime |
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History for Secondary Education BachelorsGrand Canyon University - United StatesPrincipals across the dynamic landscape of schools today are searching for educators who possess a strong blend of content knowledge, teaching skill and critical reasoning. GCU‛s Bachelor of Arts in Hist... Show More Principals across the dynamic landscape of schools today are searching for educators who possess a strong blend of content knowledge, teaching skill and critical reasoning. GCU‛s Bachelor of Arts in History for Secondary Education opens the doors for a scholar to become a middle school or high school social studies or history teacher. The program meets the competitive demands of a teacher who thrives in a classroom setting. It provides a solid foundation in historical content and the classroom skills for a successful career in teaching. The contemporary history programs at GCU explore the discipline thematically, as an alternative to the more common chronological approach. This program engages scholars in historical contexts that are relevant to their interests and contemporary society.
Program Highlights - Earn this history degree online or on campus - One-semester (14-week) teaching assignment, with placement assistance from GCU‛s Office of Field Experience - Preparation for Arizona teaching certification
- Coursework aligns with the standards set by the National - Learners are exposed to the latest technologies available in the classroom Entry RequirementsApplicants interested in earning their bachelor's degree online must meet the following requirement:
High School Transcripts - Applicants are required to submit official high school transcripts with a cumulative, unweighted grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 or above.
Transferring from Another College, University or Program Applicants with 25 or more transferable credits from an accredited, GCU-approved college, university or program may be accepted to the university if they have an unweighted GPA of 2.25 or above. For more information about our transfer policies, visit GCU's online Transfer Center.
Second Bachelor's Degree Applicants who have already earned a bachelor's degree from GCU or another institution but are interested in pursuing a second bachelor's degree may be accepted to the university if they meet the minimum admission standard of an unweighted GPA of 2.0 or above. Other Fees |
$14,088 Domestic $14,088 International |
48 Months Fulltime |
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Autism Spectrum Disorders MastersGrand Canyon University - United StatesIn a crucially relevant sphere of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), a growing demand for special education services and higher graduation standards intersect in public schools across the nation. As the field of... Show More In a crucially relevant sphere of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), a growing demand for special education services and higher graduation standards intersect in public schools across the nation. As the field of diagnosis in spectrum disorders continues to advance, ASD has become the fastest growing area of diagnosis within the disorder spectrum. Children with special needs are identified earlier in their lives, leading to higher enrollment rates of ASD students in primary education. GCU‛s master‛s degree in autism spectrum disorders provides licensed special education teachers a deep understanding of an educator‛s responsibility to special needs students. Entry RequirementsApplicants to university graduate programs may be accepted for admission by meeting one of the criteria specified below:
Degree Bearing Transcripts An undergraduate degree from an accredited, GCU-approved college, university or program with a GPA of 2.8 or better on the degree-bearing transcript OR A graduate degree from an accredited, GCU-approved college, university or program
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If students cannot meet the GPA requirement, they may still be eligible for admission by meeting certain graduate test scores: Other Fees |
$11,909 Domestic $11,909 International |
17 Months Fulltime |
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Reading - Elementary Education MastersGrand Canyon University - United StatesAs the paradigm shifts and standards become more rigorous in school districts across the nation, elementary literacy and reading quality falls into the spotlight. Educational success in the classroom reflects on the de... Show More As the paradigm shifts and standards become more rigorous in school districts across the nation, elementary literacy and reading quality falls into the spotlight. Educational success in the classroom reflects on the depth of instruction within the lines of the regulatory framework. With a focus on literacy coaches and reading specialists who empower classroom teachers as leaders and interventionists, GCU‛s online M.A. in reading for elementary education aligns with the standards of the International Reading Association, a global network committed to literacy. Graduates of the program may seek a reading endorsement but requirements do vary for each state. In about 17 months, the 32-credit online advance practice reading program offers licensed teachers and educators a deep focus in elementary literacy strategies that improve reading and comprehension in a K-8 classroom. It captures the highly relational learner's perspective in the 21st century. Through observational and practice-based experiences, the M.A. in reading provides the application of theory and educational best practices to effectively deliver curriculum, instruction and assessment. With a strong foundation in corrective reading strategies, it explores reading deficiencies and diagnosis. The program dissects a growing body of knowledge on the application of brain research in classroom practice that impacts curricular, instructional and assessment decisions of teachers each day. From neuroscience to the behavioral and cognitive sciences, it examines the intricacies of the mind as it relates to teaching and learning. The curriculum develops leadership and coaching within the scope of improved literacy in collaborative settings. It surveys a variety of assessment tools, instructional approaches and effective communication techniques for optimized learning. Candidates engage in advanced studies at the building and district level that inspire the creation of literate environments and support literacy across content areas. Entry RequirementsApplicants to university graduate programs may be accepted for admission by meeting one of the criteria specified below:
Degree Bearing Transcripts An undergraduate degree from an accredited, GCU-approved college, university or program with a GPA of 2.8 or better on the degree-bearing transcript OR A graduate degree from an accredited, GCU-approved college, university or program
Test Scores
If students cannot meet the GPA requirement, they may still be eligible for admission by meeting certain graduate test scores: Other Fees |
$11,909 Domestic $11,909 International |
17 Months Fulltime |
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