At FAU, you鈥檒l learn from expert faculty and connect with local schools for hands-on field experiences. Our programs are flexible, with hybrid and online options designed for working professionals and traditional students alike. You鈥檒l have the opportunity to earn endorsements in ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) and Reading, making you highly competitive in today鈥檚 job market. FAU鈥檚 Elementary Education programs are accredited by the Florida Department of Education and the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation, and have been recognized as the best in the state. Tuition is among the lowest in the nation, and you鈥檒l benefit from personalized advising and a supportive community focused on your success.
Degrees Offered at Florida Atlantic
Undergraduate
- Bachelor鈥檚 in Elementary Education (K-6) with ESOL/Reading Endorsement
Graduate
- Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Elementary Education (K-6)
- Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Elementary Education with ESOL plus Certification (K-6)
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Educational Objectives & Student Outcomes
2. Prepare graduates to teach diverse student populations, including English language learners and students with varying abilities.
3. Foster reflective, ethical, and culturally responsive teaching practices.
4. Equip students to integrate technology and evidence-based methods in the classroom.
5. Build leadership skills for roles in schools and districts.
2. Design and implement lesson plans that support all learners, including those with ESOL and reading needs.
3. Apply classroom management and positive behavior strategies.
4. Use assessment data to inform instruction and improve student learning.
5. Engage in ongoing professional development and collaboration with colleagues and families.
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Robyn L. Klein, Ed.D.
Director of Elementary and Secondary Education Programs and Senior Instructor
College of Education
Curriculum and Instruction

Michelle Vaughan-McGovern, Ed.D.
Interim Co-Chair and Professor
College of Education
Curriculum and Instruction
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