General Studies—Liberal Studies

The courses that fulfills the Liberal Studies area of emphasis will examine a diverse array of academic disciplines providing a breath of knowledge necessary to prepare student in the subject matter required for a multiple subject teaching credential in elementary or special education. In addition, the coursework is designed to enable students to: explore how knowledge across multiple disciples is interrelated; think critically and creatively, write and speak clearly, coherently, and thoughtfully; read, understand, and evaluate all forms of text; evalute the positive value and essential role of diversity; and formulate their own goals for continued learning and inquiry based on a foundation of intellectural curiosity. Pattern II: This pattern is intended for students who are planning to transfer to a four-year university in high-unit majors or where completion of CSU GE-Breadth or IGETC is not appropriate or advisable. (See www.assist.org or a VC counselor for guidance.) Independent or out-of-state universities may also fall in this category. Pattern III: This pattern is intended for students who are planning to transfer to a California public four-year university (UC or CSU) and plan to use the CSU GE - Breadth or IGETC to fulfill their lower division general education.