Introduction
Education is a growing sector which requires dealing and educating students with different learning capabilities/styles, and offers an exciting career with its own challenges and rewards. Elementary education is the first phase of education usually preceded by nursery or Montessori school education and followed by middle and secondary school education. In Elementary education, children are usually engaged in classes with one teacher, who becomes responsible for their education and well-being for the entire academic year. The continuity with a single teacher and the opportunity to build a close relationship within the class is a distinguishing characteristic of Elementary education. The teacher guides the students based on their abilities, competency and knowledge, and becomes a role model for them. The basic objective of a 2.5 years Bachelor’s in Education (Elementary) program is to equip prospective teachers with teaching tools and an in-depth knowledge to meet tomorrow’s educational challenges. Virtual University of Pakistan aims at developing dynamic and skilled elementary school teachers who are fluent in the use of latest technologies and well-versed with the latest advancements in knowledge and pedagogy.
Eligibility Criteria
- BA/ B.Sc. (equivalent to 14 years of education) with at least 45% marks (Annual System) or CGPA 2.0 out of 4.0 (Semester System) from a recognized university/institution.
Note
- Candidates having less than 45% marks will be eligible for admission after the successful completion of “Zero Semester ”.
Course Exemption
Course exemption may be allowed as per University regulations on course to course basis to those having HEC recognized one year (30 Credit hours) post-graduate diploma in Education or Postgraduate Diploma in Early Childhood Education. This course exemption shall not reduce the duration of the study.
Duration
It is a 2.5 years full time study program and is spread over five semesters. Each semester has at least 18 weeks of duration for teaching and examinations etc.
Award of Degree
From Fall 2021, to become eligible for the award of B.Ed. (2.5-year) degree in elementary education, the student is required to complete at least 91 credit hours with minimum CGPA (Cumulative Grade Point Average) of 2.00 out of 4.
Whereas, for all previously enrolled batches, the students are required to complete at least 90 credit hours with minimum CGPA 2.00 out of 4.00.
Scheme of Study
| Total Credit Hours | 91 |
| Total Semesters | 5 |
| Duration | 2.5 Years |
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| Semester No. 1 | |||||||||
| Course Code | Title | Category | Sub Category | Type | Pre Requisite | Credit Hours | Specialization | ||
| EDU101 | Foundations of Education | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| EDU201 | Learning Theories | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| EDU301 | General Methods of Teaching | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| EDU402 | Curriculum Development | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| EDU405 | Classroom Assessment | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| PSY406 | Educational Psychology | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| VU001 | Introduction to e-Learning | General Education | Required | 1 (Theory:1, Practical:0) | |||||
| Semester No. 2 | |||||||||
| Course Code | Title | Category | Sub Category | Type | Pre Requisite | Credit Hours | Specialization | ||
| CS101 | Introduction to Computing | General Education | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| EDU303 | Child Development | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| EDU411 | Teaching of Urdu | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| EDU512 | Teaching of Islamic Studies | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| ENG201 | Business and Technical English Writing | General Education | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| GSC201 | Teaching of General Science | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| Semester No. 3 | |||||||||
| Course Code | Title | Category | Sub Category | Type | Pre Requisite | Credit Hours | Specialization | ||
| EDU305 | Classroom Management | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| EDU401 | Contemporary Issues and Trends in Education | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| EDU410 | Teaching of Literacy Skills | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| EDU430 | ICT in Education | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| EDU515 | Teaching of Geography | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| EDU516 | Teaching of English | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| Semester No. 4 | |||||||||
| Course Code | Title | Category | Sub Category | Type | Pre Requisite | Credit Hours | Specialization | ||
| EDU304 | Introduction to Guidance and Counseling | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| EDU403 | Art, Crafts and Calligraphy | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| EDU407 | Research Methods in Education | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| EDU501 | School, Community and Teacher | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| EDU510 | Teaching of Mathematics | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| EDU604 | Comparative Education | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| Semester No. 5 | |||||||||
| Course Code | Title | Category | Sub Category | Type | Pre Requisite | Credit Hours | Specialization | ||
| EDU431 | Test Development & Evaluation | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| EDU602 | Educational Leadership and Management | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| EDUA630 | Research Project | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| TPTA519 | Teaching Practice – I | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| TPTB519 | Teaching Practice – II | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| TPTC519 | Teaching Practice – III | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||