General Education Requirements

Pursuant to the State of Illinois Professional Teaching Standards, candidates in teacher education are expected to possess General Education Knowledge. General Education is defined as “theoretical and practical understanding generally expected of a liberally educated person. General education includes developing knowledge related to the arts, communications, history, literature, mathematics, philosophy, sciences, and the social studies, from multicultural and global perspectives.” As part of the application process to the teacher education program, candidates are required to complete the General Education Self-Assessment form. Information on this form is reviewed at the candidate's entrance interview and upon application to student teaching. The candidate, the Entrance Interview Committee and the candidate's adviser collaboratively create a plan for addressing any areas in which the candidate is deficient. The candidate must meet all general education standards prior to application for student teaching.