B.Ed. in Middle Education – Science

Inspire Students with an Understanding of Creation by Earning a B.Ed. in Middle Education – Science

Do you have a passion for science – ecosystems, weather patterns, anatomy, and understanding the universe from the molecular level to the vast expanse of space? If so, you’re probably excited about the idea of using your enthusiasm and knowledge to inspire the next generation of doctors, lab technicians, and scientists. Liberty University’s Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Middle Education – Science degree allows you to combine your love of the sciences with your desire to pass your wisdom on to others.

As someone who aspires to teach adolescents, your preparation and understanding of their developmental stage is crucial. With this degree, you will study core concepts in childhood and adolescent development, as well as specific teaching methods needed for middle grades. Upon graduation, you can be prepared to teach preteens general and science-specific concepts.

If you partner with Liberty University, you can work to gain skills, experience, expertise, and credentials to pursue licensure as a middle school teacher in Virginia. We’re excited about coming alongside you as you learn to be someone who makes a serious and positive impact on the next generation.

Pursue Your Degree with Confidence

• Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
• Liberty University’s School of Education meets rigorous national standards for educator preparation set by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
• You will complete 90 practicum hours and at least 1 full semester of student teaching prior to graduation.
• The Educational Technology Lab provides students with resources, software, and equipment to help promote learning with technology.
• All of our faculty who oversee licensure courses have K-12 experience and a current teaching license.
• You will have the opportunity to do your student teaching in various locations throughout Virginia, including the Washington D.C. public school system through our Washington Fellowship program.

What Will You Study?

• Behavioral and individual differences between students
• Classroom teaching
• Foundational subjects like English, communication, math, history, and psychology
• General chemistry, environmental science, and astronomy
• How to educate children and adolescents
• How to teach reading, writing, and language
• Instructional design for middle classrooms

This program has been approved by the Virginia Department of Education. Licensure requirements may vary by state. Please research your state’s licensure or reciprocity requirements here: https://www.liberty.edu/statelicensure/.