BA in Elementary Education- English Language
The Elementary Education programme at Arab Open University provides students with appropriate educational and professional preparation, enabling them to perform effectively at all levels of elementary education. The programme aims to prepare qualified teachers in both theory and methodology while developing strong knowledge of the subject matter taught at the elementary level.
The English Language track enables students to develop in-depth knowledge of the English language, literature, and related areas while acquiring the pedagogical knowledge and practical skills required to teach English effectively at the elementary level. Through a combination of subject-specific and education courses, students develop their language proficiency, teaching competencies, and understanding of how children learn and acquire language.
Our degree enables future teachers to become mentors and inspiring role models who demonstrate ethical and professional practice. Moreover, students will acquire a comprehensive understanding of learning, instruction, and assessment. They will be able to communicate professionally with their students, enhance their performance, design effective and supportive learning environments, employ diverse teaching approaches, and implement the latest technological tools in English language education.
Courses are delivered in English and Arabic, as appropriate to the course and area of specialization, providing students with the linguistic and professional preparation needed to succeed as English language teachers in elementary education.
Career Opportunities
Elementary Education graduates should expect a challenging career in teaching various subjects at the elementary level.
General Admission Requirements
To be admitted in the programme the applicant should have a general secondary school certificate or or Technical Baccalaureate Certificate (BT3), on condition that such students enroll in the field of specialization relevant to the technical track as determined by the Lebanese Ministry of Higher Education
Programme Duration
The minimum number of semesters for a Bachelor degree is Eight regular semesters
The maximum number of semesters for a Bachelor degree is twenty-four semesters (twelve academic years) excluding summers.
Method of Delivery
The method of teaching for the programme is full time teaching/ blended learning.
Lectures' attendance is mandatory at least once a week (or twice for some courses) for each registered course. Tutorials are offered from 8:00am to 9:00pm and can be scheduled into 1 or 2 days per week to accommodate working students.
