B.Ed. in Middle Education – Social Sciences

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Jumpstart Your Teaching Career with a B.Ed. in Middle Education – Social Sciences

You love working with adolescents. You are passionate about subjects like history and economics and want to share your knowledge with the next generation of students. You are seeking a career that will let you make a difference in the lives of others. If that sounds like you, Liberty’s Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Middle Education – Social Sciences is a great next step to take in your academic journey. Our program will help you pursue initial teaching licensure and launch an exciting, rewarding career as a middle school teacher.

Partner with us and gain the knowledge and skills you need to equip your students for success. As a middle education teacher, you’ll get to guide and support children during one of the most formative stages of their lives. Because of this, it’s critical that you understand the mental, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of young adolescents so you can tailor your teaching methods to reach them. Our B.Ed. courses cover these topics and more. You’ll learn from professors who are committed to your success, dedicated to teaching through the lens of a biblical worldview, and equipped with years of real-life experience in the world of education.

Choosing Liberty means choosing a top-notch degree that can help set you apart in your field. 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 can be confident that the credentials you receive at Liberty will be respected in the professional workplace. Join us and develop the tools you need to foster a positive learning environment for students in grades 6-8.

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/.

What Will You Learn in Our Bachelor’s in Middle School Education – Social Sciences Program?

  • Apply your knowledge to the real world by completing practicum and student teaching courses.
  • Explore cutting-edge techniques for creating a curriculum, designing lesson plans, and evaluating student progress.
  • Learn how to teach a variety of subjects to middle school students with an emphasis on social sciences.

Our program provides the foundational knowledge and real-world training you need to become an effective educator. You’ll learn how to teach subjects like math, English, and science at the middle school level. Within the social sciences concentration, you’ll dive into many topics, including history, economics, comparative civilizations, and geography. That way, you can be prepared to teach general education courses and social sciences concepts to young adolescents. This degree also covers essential education topics, such as how to integrate technology into the classroom and how to equip students of various backgrounds for success.

Potential Careers for B.Ed. in Middle Education – Social Sciences Graduates

  • Christian or private school teacher
  • Curriculum coordinator
  • Education consultant
  • Education ministry director
  • Licensed middle education teacher
  • Middle school history teacher
  • Middle school social sciences teacher

Study Online

We understand the dilemma of wanting to further your education while also staying connected to your family, career, church, and community. This degree program is offered 100% online, so you don’t have to worry about sacrificing time with the people most important to you while you pursue your degree.

As an innovator in distance learning since 1985, Liberty will provide the following benefits:

  • We are recognized by multiple institutions for our academic quality, affordability, and accessibility. Our commitment to excellence also helped us rank in the top 10% of Niche.com’s best online schools in America. Earning your online degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
  • The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
  • You can complete this online social sciences teacher education degree in as little as 3.5 years.

Military Benefits

Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe. Whether you are a current service member, discharged or retired from service, or the spouse of a service member or veteran, we are here to support you every step of the journey.

As a thank-you for your dedication and service to our country, Liberty is honored to serve and support you in your pursuit of online education by offering the following benefits:

  • Tuition discounts – $250 per credit hour for undergraduate courses
  • Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $565 per course)
  • Potential college credit for military training
  • 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)

Residential Benefits

  • With students from all 50 states and over 70 countries around the world, you can immerse yourself in different cultures and experience the diversity of on-campus life.
  • As a residential student, multiple scholarships are available to you, including the Early Deposit Award, Middle America Scholarship, and Liberty Academic Scholarship.
  • Learn from professors who have doctoral degrees in their fields, as well as years of real-life experience.
  • Our student leadership team will help you engage in an exciting dorm life with spiritual accountability, prayer, safety, activities, and building friendships that will last a lifetime.
  • Outside of classes and studying, you will have the opportunity to participate in a wide range of on-campus activities, such as our NCAA sports, over 200 student-led clubs, and recreation centers like Snowflex, the LaHaye Ice Center, and Camp Hydaway.
  • Enjoy our Reber-Thomas Dining Hall with over 20 available food stations, including gluten-free and vegan options. Work with a nutritionist to develop a dietary plan that is right for you!

 

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Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total

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