Education (Teaching)

Education (Teaching)

Professional Education Core Requirements

Upper division Elementary Education Core Requirements must be taken in a block. Please see below.

Elementary Education Core Requirements
EDU 201Intro to Educ with Fld Exprnce3
EDU 225Intro to Education Psychology3
HTH 110Personal Health and Wellness3
M 130Math for Elementary Teachers I3
PSYX 230Developmental Psychology3
EDU 311C, D & E in Global Ed3
EDU 315Integrat IEFA Across the Curr2
EDSP 304Ed and Psyc Exceptl Child3
EDU 382Assessment, Curr and Inst3
EDU 336APracticum I1
EDU 340Classroom Management3
EDU 335Fund & Corr Strtg Elem Rdg Prg3
EDU 336BPracticum 21
EDU 337Reading Materials Elem Child2
EDU 397MAMethods: K-8 Mathematics2
EDU 397SCMethods: K-8 Science2
EDU 397SSMethods: K-8 Social Studies2
EDU 397CAMethods: K-8 Int. Arts All Lrn2
EDU 397HEMethods: K-8 Health Enhancemen2
EDU 452Advanced Practicum3
Select one of the following:
Student Teaching K-8
Student Teaching K-12 *
TOTAL68
*

Upon Admission to Teacher Education, prescribed courses must be taken in sequence). See your advisor for more information.

Secondary Education Professional Education Core Requirements
EDU 201Intro to Educ with Fld Exprnce3
HTH 110Personal Health and Wellness3
EDSP 304Ed and Psyc Exceptl Child3
or EDSP 460 Learning Disabilities
EDU 211Multicultural Education
EDU 336APracticum I
EDU 340Classroom Management3
EDU 382Assessment, Curr and Inst3
EDU 336BPracticum 21
EDU 481Content Area Literacy2
EDU 452Advanced Practicum3
EDU 497SCMethods:5-12 General Science3
EDU 495Student Teaching12
TOTAL45

Industrial Technology and Business Education majors (or minors) who plan on being able to verify appropriate work experience through the Office of Public Instruction and who want to qualify for vocational approval to teach in a state or federally reimbursed program please speak with your advisor.

Bachelor of Science in Education

Learning Outcomes: Candidates apply theory-to-practice pedagogy that will help them become effective 21st century educators. Candidates have a comprehensive content knowledge base used to instruct research based strategies to meet the needs of diverse student populations. Candidates demonstrate an understanding of and actively embrace diversity amongst people, cultures, circumstances, and environments. Candidates demonstrate a willingness to assist their future students' academic, emotional, personal, cultural, and physical needs.

Elementary Education K-8

Prerequisites for admission to Elementary Education Program refer to page 29.

General Education Core33
Required Courses
EDU 201Intro to Educ with Fld Exprnce3
EDU 2223
or PSYX 230 Developmental Psychology
HTH 110Personal Health and Wellness3
M 130Math for Elementary Teachers I3
EDSP 304Ed and Psyc Exceptl Child3
or EDSP 460 Learning Disabilities
EDU 211Multicultural Education3
EDU 336APracticum I1
EDU 340Classroom Management3
EDU 382Assessment, Curr and Inst3
EDU 336BPracticum 21
EDU 348Lit Assess, Diagnosis, & Inst3
EDU 330Emergent Literacy3
EDU 452Advanced Practicum3
EDU 397CMethods: CA/HE4
EDU 397BMethods: Math/Science4
EDU 397AMethods: Soc Sc/Lang Arts4
EDUC 334Method Tchng Intgrtd Lang Arts3
EDU 495Student Teaching12
Teaching Minor OR Concentration Electives21
Total minimum credits required for degree121

Bachelor of Science in Education

Learning Outcomes: Candidates apply theory-to-practice pedagogy that will help them become effective 21st century educators. Candidates have a comprehensive content knowledge base used to instruct research based strategies to meet the needs of diverse student populations. Candidates demonstrate an understanding of and actively embrace diversity amongst people, cultures, circumstances, and environments. Candidates demonstrate a willingness to assist their future students' academic, emotional, personal, cultural, and physical needs.

Prerequisites for admission to Elementary Education Program refer to page 29.

Health and Physical Education (K-12)  

General Education Core33
Required Courses
EDU 201Intro to Educ with Fld Exprnce3
HTH 110Personal Health and Wellness3
EDU 225Intro to Education Psychology3
EDSP 304Ed and Psyc Exceptl Child3
or EDSP 460 Learning Disabilities
EDU 211Multicultural Education3
EDU 336APracticum I3
EDU 340Classroom Management3
EDU 382Assessment, Curr and Inst3
EDU 336BPracticum 23
EDU 481Content Area Literacy3
EDU 452Advanced Practicum3
HEE 376Assessment in Health Education3
HEE 300PE in the Elementary School3
HEE 340Methods of Health Education3
HEE 310Methods of Adapted HE3
EDU 495Student Teaching12
HPE Course Requirements
CHTH 262Community Health3
HEE 435Curr Planning in HE3
HEE 303Methods Lifetime Fit Act3
KIN 327Kinesiology & Biomechanics3
KIN 320Exercise Physiology3
REC 236Intramural Recreational Activi3
AHAT 210Prev and Care Athletic Injur3
HTH 378Sex Education3
KIN 440Sport Psychology3
Advisor approved electives5
Total minimum credits required for degree120

Minors

Art K-12 (Teaching)

Required Courses
ARTH 160Global Visual Culture (CAT VI)3
ARTZ 231Ceramics I (CAT VI)3
ARTZ 105Visual Language - Drawing (CAT VI)3
ARTZ 106Visual Language - 2-D Fndtns3
ARTZ 221Painting I3
or ARTZ 224 Watercolor I
ARTH 330Art Hist of Western Civ I (CAT VI)3
or ARTH 340 Art History of Western Civ II
EDU 315Integrat IEFA Across the Curr2
EDU 397CAMethods: K-8 Int. Arts All Lrn2
Total minimum credits required for minor22

Health and Physical Education K-12 (Teaching)

Required Courses
EDU 395
HTH 101Opport in Health Professions2
CHTH 262Community Health3
HEE 300PE in the Elementary School *3
HEE 340Methods of Health Education *3
HEE 310Methods of Adapted HE *2
HEE 435Curr Planning in HE3
HEE 303Methods Lifetime Fit Act3
KIN 327Kinesiology & Biomechanics3
KIN 320Exercise Physiology3
HEE 376Assessment in Health Education3
Select one course from the following:1
Beginning Swimming
ACT 270
ACT 274
Canoeing
ACT 133
Special Topics
Total minimum credits required for minor37

Reading Specialist K-12 (Teaching)

Required Courses
EDSP 460Learning Disabilities3
EDU 315Integrat IEFA Across the Curr2
EDUC 345The Adolescent Reader3
EDUC 355Phonics & Word Identification3
EDUC 356Exploring Writing in Elem Ed3
or WRIT 328 Media Literacy
LING 340English Language3
EDUC 334Method Tchng Intgrtd Lang Arts3
EDU 335Fund & Corr Strtg Elem Rdg Prg3
EDU 484Asmt in Remedial Reading2
EDU 481Content Area Literacy2
LIT 382Lit for Children/Adolescents (CAT VI)3
Total minimum credits required for minor30

Traffic Education K-12 (Teaching)

Required Courses
TED 461Methods of Traffice Safety Ed3
TED 462Methods of Behind-the-Wheel In3
TED 465Motor Vehicle Law2
HPE 234First Aid and CPR2
TED 468Safety Education2
Advisor Approved Electives from the following(Additional possibilities for electives must be approved by your advisor.)8
Traffic Ed & Adolescent Brain
Impaired & Distracted Driving
Crash Dynamics
Coaching Novice Drivers
Roadway Safety Tech & Design
Vehicle Safety Tech & Design
Adaptive Driver Education
Total minimum credits required for minor20

Education- Secondary (5-12)

Bachelor of Science in Education English 5-12 (Teaching) - Teaching Minor Required

Learning Outcomes: Candidates apply theory-to-practice pedagogy that will help them become effective 21st century educators. Candidates have a comprehensive content knowledge base used to instruct research based strategies to meet the needs of diverse student populations Candidates demonstrate an understanding of and actively embrace diversity amongst people, cultures, circumstances, and environments. Candidates demonstrate a willingness to assist their future students' academic, emotional, personal, cultural, and physical needs.

Refer to transfer guide or articulation agreement if you are a transfer student.

Prerequisites for Admission to Secondary Education English 5-12 Program refer to page 28.

General Education Core33
Required General Education Courses
Education Professional Core
EDU 201Intro to Educ with Fld Exprnce3
HTH 110Personal Health and Wellness3
EDSP 304Ed and Psyc Exceptl Child3
or EDSP 460 Learning Disabilities
EDU 225Intro to Education Psychology3
EDU 211Multicultural Education3
EDU 336APracticum I3
EDU 340Classroom Management3
EDU 382Assessment, Curr and Inst3
EDU 336BPracticum 23
EDU 481Content Area Literacy3
EDU 452Advanced Practicum3
EDU 497ENMethods: 5-12 English3
EDU 495Student Teaching12
English Core
LIT 230World Lit Survey3
or LIT 385
or FILM 160 Intro to World Cinema
LIT 300Literary Criticism3
LIT 327Shakespeare3
LIT 382Lit for Children/Adolescents3
LING 340English Language3
WRIT 328Media Literacy3
NASX 235Oral/Written Trads Native Amer3
or NASX 340 Native American Literature
LIT 210American Lit I3
LIT 211American Lit II3
LIT 223British Lit I3
LIT 224British Lit II3
CRWR 340Interm Creative Writing Wkhp3
or WRIT 350 Technical Editing
Choose two 300-400 level LIT courses, of which at least one must be 400 level6
At least 9 credits of LIT, THTR, CRWR or Teaching Minor9
Total minimum credits required for degree/minor120

Bachelor of Science in Education General Science 5-12 (Teaching) - No Minor Required

Learning Outcomes: Candidates apply theory-to-practice pedagogy that will help them become effective 21st century educators. Candidates have a comprehensive content knowledge base used to instruct research based strategies to meet the needs of diverse student populations. Candidates demonstrate an understanding of and actively embrace diversity amongst people, cultures, circumstances, and environments. Candidates demonstrate a willingness to assist their future students' academic, emotional, personal, cultural, and physical needs.

Refer to transfer guide or articulation agreement if you are a transfer student.

Prerequisites for Admission to Secondary Education General Science 5-12 Program refer to page 28.

General Education Core33
Education Professional Core45
Required Courses
General Science Course Requirements
BIOB 160Principles of Living Systems4
BIOB 161Principles Living Systems Lab1
BIOO 220General Botany3
BIOO 221Gen Botany Lab2
BIOE 370General Ecology4
BIOE 371General Ecology Lab0
BIOO 380Zoology3
BIOO 381Zoology Lab2
BIOB 420Evolution4
CHMY 141College Chemistry I5
CHMY 142College Chemistry Lab I0
CHMY 143College Chemistry II5
CHMY 144College Chemistry Lab II0
GEO 101Intro to Physical Geology4
GEO 102Intro to Physical Geology Lab0
PHSX 205College Physics I3
PHSX 206College Physics I Laboratory1
PHSX 207College Physics II3
PHSX 208College Physics II Laboratory1
Total minimum credits required for degree122

Bachelor of Science in Education Industrial Technology 5-12 (Teaching)

Learning Outcomes: Candidates apply theory-to-practice pedagogy that will help them become effective 21st century educators. Candidates have a comprehensive content knowledge base used to instruct research based strategies to meet the needs of diverse student populations. Candidates demonstrate an understanding of and actively embrace diversity amongst people, cultures, circumstances, and environments. Candidates demonstrate a willingness to assist their future students' academic, emotional, personal, cultural, and physical needs.

Refer to transfer guide or articulation agreement if you are a transfer student.

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General Education Core33
Education Professional Core51
EDU 201Intro to Educ with Fld Exprnce3
HTH 110Personal Health and Wellness3
EDSP 304Ed and Psyc Exceptl Child3
or EDSP 460 Learning Disabilities
EDU 211Multicultural Education
EDU 336APracticum I3
EDU 340Classroom Management3
EDU 382Assessment, Curr and Inst3
EDU 336BPracticum 23
EDU 481Content Area Literacy2
EDU 452Advanced Practicum3
CTE 370Methods Tchng Indust Tech Edu3
CTE 350Prin of Indust Tech Education3
CTE 360Analysis and Prep Lab Mgmt3
EDU 495Student Teaching (5-12)12
Required Courses
IT 100Introduction to Technology (Meets CAT VII Requirement)3
IT 105Industry Foundations3
DDSN 114Introduction to CAD3
MCH 200Machining3
AST 160Automotive Engine Repair5
ELCT 101
ELCT 102
Electrical Fundamentals I
and Electrial Fundamentals II
6
or ATDI 134 Electrical/Electronic Sys I
CIS 308Industrial Electronics4
Choose at least 16 credits of the following:
AST 160Automotive Engine Repair5
CSTN 120Carpentry Bscs & Rough-In Frmg4
CSTN 135Basic Rigging1
DDSN 113Technical Drafting3
MCH 250Manuf Processes and Materials3
MCH 351CAD/CAM Applications3
WLDG 110Welding Theory I2
WLDG 111Welding Theory I Practical2
Total minimum credits required for degree120

Bachelor of Science in Education Social Science-Broadfield 5-12 (Teaching) - No Minor Required

Learning Outcomes: Candidates apply theory-to-practice pedagogy that will help them become effective 21st century educators. Candidates have a comprehensive content knowledge base used to instruct research based strategies to meet the needs of diverse student populations. Candidates demonstrate an understanding of and actively embrace diversity amongst people, cultures, circumstances, and environments. Candidates demonstrate a willingness to assist their future students' academic, emotional, personal, cultural, and physical needs.

Refer to transfer guide or articulation agreement if you are a transfer student.

Prerequisites for Admission to Secondary Education Social Science-Broadfield 5-12 Program.

General Education Core33
Education Professional Core45
Required Courses
Social Science Course Requirements
HSTA 101American History I (Do not count credits if used for General Education)3
HSTA 102American History II (CAT IV)3
HSTA 255Montana History3
HSTR 101Western Civilization I (CAT IV)3
HSTR 102Western Civilization II3
HSTA 499Sen Capstone: Hist Methodology3
or HSTR 499 Sen Capstone: Hist Methodology
POL 344International Relations3
PSCI 240Intro to Public Administration3
PSCI 210Intro to American Government (CAT IV)3
PSCI 250Intro to Political Theory (CAT IV)3
PSCI 260Intro to State and Local Govt3
PSCI 471American Constitutional Law3
Upper Level Social Science
Choose 6 credits HSTA or HSTR at the 300 or 400 level6
Choose 3 credits ENSC, PSYX, SOCI, NASX at the 300 level3
Total minimum credits required for degree120

Learning Outcomes for Education CORE: 

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to: 

 
- Demonstrate an understanding of the 10 InTASC standards at the appropriate progression level(s)1 in the following categories: the learner and learning; content; instructional practice; and professional responsibility. 

- Use research and evidence to develop an understanding of the teaching profession and use both to measure their P-12 students’ progress and their own professional practice.’ 

- Apply content and pedagogical knowledge as reflected in outcome assessments in response to standards of Specialized Professional Associations (SPA), the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS), states, or other accrediting bodies (e.g., National Association of Schools of Music – NASM). 

- Demonstrate skills and commitment that afford all P-12 students access to rigorous college- and career-ready standards (e.g., Next Generation Science Standards, National Career Readiness Certificate, Common Core State Standards). 

- Model and apply technology standards as they design, implement and assess learning experiences to engage students and improve learning; and enrich professional practice. 

 

Learning Outcomes for Education – Art (K-12), minor 

- Demonstrate an understanding of the 10 InTASC standards at the appropriate progression level(s)1 in the following categories: the learner and learning; content; instructional practice; and professional responsibility. 

- Use research and evidence to develop an understanding of the teaching profession and use both to measure their P-12 students’ progress and their own professional practice.’ 

- Apply content and pedagogical knowledge as reflected in outcome assessments in response to standards of Specialized Professional Associations (SPA), the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS), states, or other accrediting bodies (e.g., National Association of Schools of Music – NASM). 

- Demonstrate skills and commitment that afford all P-12 students access to rigorous college- and career-ready standards (e.g., Next Generation Science Standards, National Career Readiness Certificate, Common Core State Standards). 

- Model and apply technology standards as they design, implement and assess learning experiences to engage students and improve learning; and enrich professional practice. 

-Art Minor (K-12) candidates will demonstrate competency in art education content, and become licensed in MT (or home state). 

 

Learning Outcomes for Elementary Education (K-8), BS 

- Demonstrate an understanding of the 10 InTASC standards at the appropriate progression level(s)1 in the following categories: the learner and learning; content; instructional practice; and professional responsibility. 

- Use research and evidence to develop an understanding of the teaching profession and use both to measure their P-12 students’ progress and their own professional practice.’ 

- Apply content and pedagogical knowledge as reflected in outcome assessments in response to standards of Specialized Professional Associations (SPA), the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS), states, or other accrediting bodies (e.g., National Association of Schools of Music – NASM). 

- Demonstrate skills and commitment that afford all P-12 students access to rigorous college- and career-ready standards (e.g., Next Generation Science Standards, National Career Readiness Certificate, Common Core State Standards). 

- Model and apply technology standards as they design, implement and assess learning experiences to engage students and improve learning; and enrich professional practice. 

- Elementary Education (K-8) Candidates will demonstrate competency in elementary education content areas, and becoming licensed in MT (or home state). 

 

Learning Outcomes for Health & Physical Education (K-12), BSEd 

- Demonstrate an understanding of the 10 InTASC standards at the appropriate progression level(s)1 in the following categories: the learner and learning; content; instructional practice; and professional responsibility. 

- Use research and evidence to develop an understanding of the teaching profession and use both to measure their P-12 students’ progress and their own professional practice.’ 

- Apply content and pedagogical knowledge as reflected in outcome assessments in response to standards of Specialized Professional Associations (SPA), the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS), states, or other accrediting bodies (e.g., National Association of Schools of Music – NASM). 

- Demonstrate skills and commitment that afford all P-12 students access to rigorous college- and career-ready standards (e.g., Next Generation Science Standards, National Career Readiness Certificate, Common Core State Standards). 

- Model and apply technology standards as they design, implement and assess learning experiences to engage students and improve learning; and enrich professional practice. 

- Health & Physical Education (K-12) Candidates will demonstrate competency in K-12 Health & Physical Education content area. 

 

Learning Outcomes for Industrial Education Technology, BS 

- Demonstrate an understanding of the 10 InTASC standards at the appropriate progression level(s)1 in the following categories: the learner and learning; content; instructional practice; and professional responsibility. 

- Use research and evidence to develop an understanding of the teaching profession and use both to measure their P-12 students’ progress and their own professional practice.’ 

- Apply content and pedagogical knowledge as reflected in outcome assessments in response to standards of Specialized Professional Associations (SPA), the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS), states, or other accrediting bodies (e.g., National Association of Schools of Music – NASM). 

- Demonstrate skills and commitment that afford all P-12 students access to rigorous college- and career-ready standards (e.g., Next Generation Science Standards, National Career Readiness Certificate, Common Core State Standards). 

- Model and apply technology standards as they design, implement and assess learning experiences to engage students and improve learning; and enrich professional practice. 

- Industrial Technology Education (5-12) Candidates will demonstrate competency in industrial technology education content area, and become licensed in MT (or home state). 

 

Learning Outcomes for Reading Specialist (K-12), Minor 

- Demonstrate an understanding of the 10 InTASC standards at the appropriate progression level(s)1 in the following categories: the learner and learning; content; instructional practice; and professional responsibility. 

- Use research and evidence to develop an understanding of the teaching profession and use both to measure their P-12 students’ progress and their own professional practice.’ 

- Apply content and pedagogical knowledge as reflected in outcome assessments in response to standards of Specialized Professional Associations (SPA), the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS), states, or other accrediting bodies (e.g., National Association of Schools of Music – NASM). 

- Demonstrate skills and commitment that afford all P-12 students access to rigorous college- and career-ready standards (e.g., Next Generation Science Standards, National Career Readiness Certificate, Common Core State Standards). 

- Model and apply technology standards as they design, implement and assess learning experiences to engage students and improve learning; and enrich professional practice. 

- Reading Specialist (K-12) Candidates will demonstrate competency in literacy education content area, and becoming licensed in MT (or home state). 

 

Learning Outcomes for Secondary Social Science Broadfield (5-12), BS 

- Demonstrate an understanding of the 10 InTASC standards at the appropriate progression level(s)1 in the following categories: the learner and learning; content; instructional practice; and professional responsibility. 

- Use research and evidence to develop an understanding of the teaching profession and use both to measure their P-12 students’ progress and their own professional practice.’ 

- Apply content and pedagogical knowledge as reflected in outcome assessments in response to standards of Specialized Professional Associations (SPA), the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS), states, or other accrediting bodies (e.g., National Association of Schools of Music – NASM). 

- Demonstrate skills and commitment that afford all P-12 students access to rigorous college- and career-ready standards (e.g., Next Generation Science Standards, National Career Readiness Certificate, Common Core State Standards). 

- Model and apply technology standards as they design, implement and assess learning experiences to engage students and improve learning; and enrich professional practice. 

- Social Science Education (5-12) Candidates will demonstrate competency in social science content area, and becoming licensed in MT (or home state). 

 

Learning Outcomes for Secondary English (5-12), BS 

- Demonstrate an understanding of the 10 InTASC standards at the appropriate progression level(s)1 in the following categories: the learner and learning; content; instructional practice; and professional responsibility. 

- Use research and evidence to develop an understanding of the teaching profession and use both to measure their P-12 students’ progress and their own professional practice.’ 

- Apply content and pedagogical knowledge as reflected in outcome assessments in response to standards of Specialized Professional Associations (SPA), the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS), states, or other accrediting bodies (e.g., National Association of Schools of Music – NASM). 

- Demonstrate skills and commitment that afford all P-12 students access to rigorous college- and career-ready standards (e.g., Next Generation Science Standards, National Career Readiness Certificate, Common Core State Standards). 

- Model and apply technology standards as they design, implement and assess learning experiences to engage students and improve learning; and enrich professional practice. 

- English Education (5-12) Candidates will demonstrate competency in English content, and become licensed in MT (or home state). 

 

Learning Outcomes for Secondary General Science Education (5-12), BS 

- Demonstrate an understanding of the 10 InTASC standards at the appropriate progression level(s)1 in the following categories: the learner and learning; content; instructional practice; and professional responsibility. 

- Use research and evidence to develop an understanding of the teaching profession and use both to measure their P-12 students’ progress and their own professional practice.’ 

- Apply content and pedagogical knowledge as reflected in outcome assessments in response to standards of Specialized Professional Associations (SPA), the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS), states, or other accrediting bodies (e.g., National Association of Schools of Music – NASM). 

- Demonstrate skills and commitment that afford all P-12 students access to rigorous college- and career-ready standards (e.g., Next Generation Science Standards, National Career Readiness Certificate, Common Core State Standards). 

- Model and apply technology standards as they design, implement and assess learning experiences to engage students and improve learning; and enrich professional practice. 

- General Science Education (5-12) Candidates will demonstrate competency in general science content area, and becoming licensed in MT (or home state). 

 

Learning Outcomes for Secondary Industrial Technology Education (5-12), BS 

- Demonstrate an understanding of the 10 InTASC standards at the appropriate progression level(s)1 in the following categories: the learner and learning; content; instructional practice; and professional responsibility. 

- Use research and evidence to develop an understanding of the teaching profession and use both to measure their P-12 students’ progress and their own professional practice.’ 

- Apply content and pedagogical knowledge as reflected in outcome assessments in response to standards of Specialized Professional Associations (SPA), the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS), states, or other accrediting bodies (e.g., National Association of Schools of Music – NASM). 

- Demonstrate skills and commitment that afford all P-12 students access to rigorous college- and career-ready standards (e.g., Next Generation Science Standards, National Career Readiness Certificate, Common Core State Standards). 

- Model and apply technology standards as they design, implement and assess learning experiences to engage students and improve learning; and enrich professional practice. 

- Industrial Technology Education (5-12) Candidates will demonstrate competency in industrial technology education content area, and become licensed in MT (or home state). 

Learning Outcomes for Traffic Education  

Upon completion of this program students will be able to:   

- discuss the importance and complexity of the Highway Transportation System (HTS), and the Montana Motor Vehicle Laws and regulations that manage it   

- demonstrate fluency with traffic education history and current issues, including Graduated Driver Licensing, parent involvement, funding, seatbelt use, driving skills required to handle adverse and emergency situations, high crash areas, and drugs and alcohol  

- demonstrate the ability to operate a motor vehicle utilizing risk-managing strategies, behaviors and habits, and verbalize key behaviors that minimize risk factors while operating a vehicle   

- understand and convey the basic principles of safety and their application in risk identification and prevention, personal protection, motor vehicle and transportation, occupational, and school safety  

- implement appropriate instructional delivery strategies and assessments for in-classroom and in-car learning experiences