Apr 27, 2024  
2008-2009 Academic Catalog 
    
2008-2009 Academic Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Courses


 
  
  • EDTC 628 - Emerging Instructional Technologies


    Modern computer multimedia technologies in education, business, government, and health organization. Constructivist’s teaching including project-based learning and higher order thinking skill.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for EDTC 628 and EDTC 658.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDTC 629 - Professional Development for K-12 Technology Integration


    State and national standards; current professional development issues and technology tool; curriculum and design; instructional program; implementing, and evaluating professional development for K-12 technology integration.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for EDTC 629 and EDTC 665.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDTC 631 - Special Topics in Educational Technology


    In-depth studies of special topics applying technology use and multimedia development to various aspects of education.

    Notes
    Course may be repeated, investigating new topics with approval of department head, for up to 6 credit hours. Credit for EDTC 650 may only be used for 3 of the 6 credit hours.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDTC 634 - Video Technology in Education


    Collaborate groups, class discussions, readings, lectures, multimedia presentations, critical reflections, self evaluations, peer evaluations, authentic projects, oral presentations, project and movie critiques, field observations and problem solving using case studies.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDTC 636 - Organizational Change in Technology Integration


    Focus on the use of mentoring of individuals and/or small groups to implement educational and organizational change: develop organizational visioning strategies; employ change strategies for implementing new organizational programs.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDTC 637 - Technology Leadership in Schools


    Foundation skills for managing technology for teaching and learning at school site: instructional design, integration with standards, logistics, training, and implementation.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for EDTC 637, EDTC 640, ELIT 640, or EDLD 637.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDTC 639 - Independent Research in Educational Technology


    Research techniques applied to administration of educational technology; analysis of content and audience characteristics, effects of educational and commercial communications, and related fields. Culminating portfolio development.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for EDTC 639 and EDTC 623.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 101 - Development of the Preschool Child


    Study of the needs, characteristics, and development of three-, four-, and five-year old children.

    Notes
    May not be substituted for required courses in the Early Childhood curriculum.

    Lec. 2 Lab. 2Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 102 - Organizing the Experiences of the Preschool Child


    Planning and organizing the formal and informal experiences of the preschool child.

    Notes
    May not be substituted for required courses in the Early Childhood curriculum.

    Lec. 2 Lab 2Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 103 - Seminar for Teacher Aides


    Designed to emphasize the problems and role of teacher aides and their supervisors. Group discussions and individual conferences are a part of the course.

    Notes
    May be taught as a workshop.

    Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 122 - Reading/Study Skills


    Strategies in reading content area textbooks; reading for facts, reading for comprehension, and reading for test taking as well as vocabulary, are taught.

    Notes
    May be repeated but only 3 hours credit may count toward graduation requirements.

    Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 123 - Advanced Reading/Study Skills


    Advanced strategies in reading for comprehension, fact acquisition, and assessment. Improvements of rate and accuracy or reading.

    Notes
    May be repeated but only 3 hours credit may count toward graduation requirements.

    Prerequisite: EDUC 122.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 191 - Praxis Test-Taking Preparation


    Content and strategies related to the Praxis I examination. Students will be assigned a grade of “S” or “U”. Prerequisite: Education majors.

    Notes
    Credit for this grade may not be used to fulfill any degree requirements.

    Lec. 1Cr. 1
  
  • EDUC 200 - Entrance into Teacher Education


    Students planning to be teachers must make application through the Office of Teacher Education Admissions. Upon meeting criteria for admission, students will be assigned a grade of S (satisfactory) or U (unsatisfactory).

    Lec. 0 Lab. 0Cr. 0
  
  • EDUC 202 - Foundations of Early Childhood Education II


    Methods and materials of teaching and development of the young child, from birth to age eight, including children with special needs. Emphasis on the pre-school and kindergarten age child, candidates will explore early childhood teacher roles and responsibilities through observation and participation in multicultural program settings.

    Corequisite or prerequisite: EDTC 100. Prerequisite: NUFS 200.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 203 - Theories and Principles of Learning and Teaching


    Practical application of research based on learning theory. An overview of teaching in today’s society and strategies of effective teaching.

    Corequisite or Prerequisite: EDTC 100.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 204 - Orientation to Multicultural and Special Education


    An interdisciplinary approach to multicultural education, comparative education, education of diverse learners, and child abuse regulations. For lower division between 30-60 hour students considering a career in education or special education.

    Prerequisite: EDTC 100. No duplicate credit for EDUC 204 and SPED 204.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 216 - Introduction to Teaching Reading


    Introduction course on a balanced approach to reading instruction.

    Corequisite or Prerequisite: EDTC 100.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 219 - Practicum in Teaching Preschool


    Supervised laboratory experiences in the preschool. Restricted to Associate of Science in Early Childhood Education students.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for EDUC 219 and EDUC 419.

    Prerequisite: Permission of department head.

    Lec. 1 Lab. 4Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 311 - Foundations of Teaching in K-12 Classroom


    Overview of learning styles, instructional planning, and teaching in K-12 classrooms. Focuses on instructional planning and delivery in diverse settings and content areas.

    Prerequisite: EDUC 200.

    Lab. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 312 - Principles of Teaching and Instructional Processes in Secondary School


    Instructional processes associated with teaching adolescents with diverse learner characteristics. Principles of learning, cognition, motivation and social factors in the design of instruction in content areas.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for EDUC 212 and EDUC 312.

    Prerequisite: EDUC 200.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 316 - Methods of Teaching Reading in the Elementary School


    Principles, practices, methods, and materials for designing and implementing a balanced approach to teaching reading in elementary school.

    Prerequisites: EDUC 200 and EDUC 216.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 320 - Early Childhood School Organization and Administration


    Study of administration and organization of the early childhood school with reference to equipment, materials, working with parents, planning and execution of plans in kindergarten through grade three.

    Prerequisites: EDUC 201 or equivalent, and EDUC 202; Admission to Teacher Education Program.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 321 - Methods of Teaching Language Arts in the Elementary School (Grades 1-5)


    Content, methods, techniques, and evaluation procedures used in the teaching of oral and written English, spelling, handwriting, and listening.

    Prerequisites: EDUC 200 and EDUC 203. Early Childhood majors: EDUC 329. Elementary majors: Corequisite: EDUC 322

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 322 - Methods of Teaching Social Studies in the Elementary School


    Methods and materials related to the social studies curriculum.

    Corequisite: EDUC 321.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 323 - Methods of Teaching Mathematics in the Elementary School (Grades K-8)


    Overview of the mathematics curriculum in grades K-8. Methods and materials for presenting mathematics content in a developmentally appropriate manner. Exploration of assessment procedures.

    Prerequisites: EDUC 200; EDUC 202 or EDUC 203, and MATH 122 and MATH 223.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 324 - Methods of Teaching Science in Elementary School


    Techniques of teaching, problems of teaching, and the proper use of materials for the science curriculum. Students explore a variety of evaluation procedures.

    Prerequisites: EDUC 200 and EDUC 203.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 329 - Methods of Teaching Social Living


    Methods and materials related to the social studies and science curriculum. Application of national and state standards and benchmarks into the curriculum.

    Notes
    Restricted to early childhood majors.

    Corequisite: EDUC 321. Prerequisites: EDUC 200 or EDUC 499 and EDUC 202 or EDUC 203.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 330 - Methods of Teaching in the Middle School (Grades 5-8)


    Methods and materials for teaching content in the middle grades. Lesson planning, unit planning, teaching techniques and strategies, and classroom management skills.

    Prerequisites: EDUC 200; EDUC 202 or EDUC 203.

    Lec. 2 Lab. 2Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 333 - Methods and Materials in Reading for Secondary Teachers


    Methods, materials, and techniques which contribute to effective application of reading skills in the subject matter areas.

    Prerequisites: EDUC 200; and EDUC 312 or HHP 200 or FACS 208.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 334 - Elementary Math Methods I


    Current principles, practices, methods, and materials for designing and implementing instruction in grades PK-5.

    Prerequisite: EDUC 200. Early Childhood majors must have taken EDUC 202. Elementary majors must have taken EDUC 203.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 335 - Elementary Math Methods II


    Current principles, practices, methods, and materials for designing and implementing instruction in grades PK-5.

    Prerequisites: EDUC 200 and EDUC 334.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 351 - Educational Measurements


    Principles of tests and measurements in education.

    Prerequisites: EDUC 200.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 402 - Methods, Models and Strategies for Teaching Mathematics in High School


    Research-based methods and models of instruction for teaching mathematics: selection, development and application of cognitive models and strategies to lesson and unit design for diverse learners.

    Notes
    Designed for Mathematics Education majors.

    Prerequisites: EDUC 200 and EDUC 312.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 403 - Methods, Models and Strategies for Teaching Science in High School


    Research-based methods and models of instruction for teaching science: selection, development and application of cognitive models and strategies to lesson and unit design for diverse learners.

    Notes
    Designed for Biology and Chemistry Education majors.

    Prerequisites: EDUC 200 and EDUC 312.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 404 - Methods, Models and Strategies for Teaching English in High School


    Research-based methods and models of instruction for teaching English: selection, development and application of cognitive models and strategies to lesson and unit design for diverse learners.

    Notes
    Designed for English Education majors.

    Prerequisites: EDUC 200 and EDUC 312.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 405 - Methods, Models and Strategies for Teaching Social Studies in High School


    Research-based methods and models of instruction for teaching social studies: selection, development and application of cognitive models and strategies to lesson and unit design for diverse learners.

    Notes
    Designed for Social Studies Education majors.

    Prerequisites: EDUC 200 and EDUC 312.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 406 - Methods, Models and Strategies for Teaching Modern Foreign Languages in High School


    Research-based methods and models of instruction for teaching foreign languages: selection, development and application of cognitive models and strategies to lesson and unit design for diverse learners.

    Notes
    Designed for Foreign Language Education majors.

    Prerequisites: EDUC 200 and EDUC 312.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 409 - Early Childhood Classroom Management and Field Experience


    Directed observation and teaching in typical early childhood classrooms designed to orient candidates to student teaching.

    Notes
    Prerequisite to student teaching. Must be scheduled during the regular semester prior to student teaching.

    Prerequisite: EDUC 200. Corequisites: EDUC 419, EDUC 420, and permission of course instructor.

    Lec. 2 Lab. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 410 - Elementary Classroom Management Field Experience


    Directed observation and teaching in elementary classrooms designed to orient candidates to student teaching.

    Notes
    Prerequisite to student teaching and should be scheduled during the regular semester preceding student teaching.

    Prerequisite: EDUC 200.

    Lec. 2 Lab. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 411 - Methods, Models and Strategies for Teaching in High School


    Research-based methods and models of instruction in secondary content areas: selection, development and application of cognitive models and strategies to lesson and unit design for diverse learners.

    Prerequisites: EDUC 200; and EDUC 312 or HHP 200.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 412 - Secondary Classroom Management and Field Experience


    Managing the ecology of a typical high school classroom: teacher belief systems, student perceptions, socio-cultural and motivational issues; cognitive models for classroom management emphasized.

    Notes
    Prerequisite to student teaching and must be scheduled during the semester prior to student teaching.

    Prerequisites: EDUC 200; EDUC 312 or HHP 343; and content area methods course.

    Lec. 2 Lab. 2Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 416 - Diagnostic and Remedial Reading in the Elementary School


    Study of the characteristics of diagnosis and remedial teaching. Applications of diagnostic procedures and remedial techniques using special reading materials and evaluative devices.

    Prerequisites: EDUC 200 and EDUC 316.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 419 - Early Childhood Assessment and Practicum I


    Offers prospective early childhood educators a practicum experience in a public Pre-K school setting. Candidates will be supervised throughout the semester by their cooperating teacher and college supervisor.

    Notes
    Must be taken with EDUC 420 in the semester prior to student teaching.

    Prerequisite: EDUC 200.

    Lec. 1 Lab. 4Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 420 - Early Childhood Assessment and Practicum II


    Offers prospective early childhood educators a practicum experience in a public kindergarten school setting. Candidates will be supervised throughout the semester by their cooperating teacher and college supervisor.

    Notes
    Must be taken with EDUC 419 in the semester prior to student teaching.

    Prerequisites: EDUC 200.

    Lab. 6Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 440 - Practicum in Secondary Education


    Field-based course with participation and teaching in the primary and secondary teaching area in grades 7-12. Will also develop an understanding of the parent-teacher partnerships.

    Prerequisites: EDUC 200, EDUC 312, and content area methods courses.

    Lec. 2 Lab. 2Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 468E - Student Teaching


    Full day experience in a school setting in grades 1-6. Classroom teaching, oral communication, and related activities in an all day assignment. Minimum of 200 actual teaching hours required. Mandatory attendance at seminars.

    Prerequisites: EDUC 200; completion of all methods courses with a grade of “C” or better and passage of the Specialty Area and PLT components of the Praxis. Permission from director of Student Teaching and Professional Education Services (ST/PES).

    Cr. 9 or 12
  
  • EDUC 468P - Student Teaching


    Full day experience in a school setting in grades 1-3. Classroom teaching, oral communication, and related activities in an all day assignment. Minimum of 200 actual teaching hours required. Mandatory attendance at seminars.

    Prerequisites: EDUC 200; completion of all methods courses with a grade of “C” or better and passage of the Specialty Area and PLT components of the Praxis. Permission from director of Student Teaching and Professional Education Services (ST/PES).

    Cr. 9 or 12
  
  • EDUC 468S - Student Teaching


    Full day experience in a school setting in grades 7-12. Classroom teaching, oral communication, and related activities in an all-day assignment. Minimum of 200 actual teaching hours required. Mandatory attendance at seminars.

    Prerequisites: EDUC 200; completion of all methods courses with a grade of “C” or better and passage of the Specialty Area and PLT components of the Praxis. Permission from director of Student Teaching and Professional Education Services (ST/PES).

    Cr. 9 or 12
  
  • EDUC 483E - Student Teaching Non-Master’s Alternative Certification


    Full-day experience in an elementary school setting. Minimum of 200 actual teaching hours must be completed with a minimum of 10 days in all-day teaching.

    Prerequisite: Bachelor’s degree, completion of all required education courses, EDUC 499 and passing scores on the Praxis II: PLT.

    Lab. 12Cr. 6
  
  • EDUC 483P - Student Teaching Non-Master’s Alternative Certification


    Full-day experience in an early childhood school setting. Minimum of 200 actual teaching hours must be completed with a minimum of 10 days in all-day teaching.

    Prerequisite: Bachelor’s degree, completion of all required education courses, EDUC 499 and passing scores on the PRAXIS II: PLT.

    Lab. 12Cr. 6
  
  • EDUC 483S - Student Teaching Non-Master’s Alternative Certification


    Full-day experience in a secondary school setting. Minimum of 200 actual teaching hours must be completed with a minimum of 10 days in all-day teaching.

    Prerequisite: Bachelor’s degree, completion of all required education courses, EDUC 499 and passing scores on the Praxis II: PLT.

    Lab. 12Cr. 6
  
  • EDUC 485E - Internship Non-Master’s Alternative Certification


    Inservice teachers seeking certification. Supervision provided by the principal, a designated classroom teacher, and a university supervisor. Intern will enroll for two semesters and credit given each semester.

    Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree, completion of all required education courses, EDUC 499 and passing scores on the Praxis II: PLT.

    Lab. 6Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 485P - Internship Non-Master’s Alternative Certification


    Early childhood inservice teachers seeking certification. Supervision provided by the principal, a designated classroom teacher, and a university supervisor. Intern will enroll for two semesters and credit given each semester.

    Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree, completion of all required education courses, EDUC 499 and passing scores on the Praxis II: PLT.

    Lab. 6Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 485S - Internship Non-Master’s Alternative Certification


    Secondary inservice teachers seeking certification. Supervision provided by the principal, a designated classroom teacher, and a university supervisor. Intern will enroll for two semesters and credit given each semester.

    Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree, completion of all required education courses, EDUC 499 and passing scores on the Praxis II: PLT.

    Lab. 6Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 499 - Entrance into the Non-Master’s Alternative Program


    Students planning to be teachers through the non-master’s alternative program must make application through the TeachSWLA office and the Graduate School. Upon admission, a grade of “S” (satisfactory) or “U” (unsatisfactory) will be assigned.

    Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA of 2.5, passing scores on Praxis I (PPST) and Praxis II (content specific exam).

    Cr. 0
  
  • EDUC 599 - Entrance into the Master’s Alternative Program


    Students planning to be teachers through the Master’s Alternative Program must make application through the Office of Teacher Education and the Graduate School. Upon admission, a grade of “S” (satisfactory) or “U” (unsatisfactory) will be assigned.

    Prerequisites: Passing of Praxis (pre-professional skill test) and content specific examination of Praxis II and prior to enrollment in level 2 courses in the Master’s Alternative Program.

    Cr. 0
  
  • EDUC 603 - Admission to the Master of Education


    Candidates planning to complete the Master of Education must apply for and be admitted according to admission requirements at the completion of 12 graduate credits of the core curriculum. Upon meeting criteria for admission, candidates will be assigned a grade of “S” (satisfactory) or “U” (unsatisfactory).

    Cr. 0
  
  • EDUC 606 - Foundations of Advanced Teaching


    Introduction to the best practices of teaching and learning. Will examine theory, research, and best practices as related to the learning environment. An examination of core principles, standards, and skills to be effective classroom teachers based on the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS).

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 610 - Methods of Teaching Mathematics in Early Childhood


    Methods and materials for teaching the mathematics content appropriate for the early childhood years. Study of current research on the teaching and learning of mathematics in early childhood.

    Prerequisite: EDUC 603.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 618 - Elementary School Language Arts Program


    Comprehensive study of recent research and current practices and trends in teaching the language arts in the elementary school. Emphasis is placed on oral and written language, listening, spelling, and handwriting.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 619 - Early Childhood Education I


    Basic concepts, goals, and principles underlying development of programs; administrative and supervisory considerations, developments of balanced curriculum, program planning, and equipment.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 620 - Early Childhood Education II


    Exploration of effective learning environments, curriculum content, methods, materials, and assessment. Trends in early childhood education as shown in past and current educational theory.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 621 - Elementary School Mathematics Program


    Methods and materials for teaching mathematics appropriate for the elementary school.

    Prerequisite: ELIT 600, EDUC 599.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 622 - Special Topics in Reading Education


    Topics relative to theory and practice in reading education. Course content will vary according to expressed needs. May be offered as a workshop. Independent readings and/or research will be required.

    Notes
    May be repeated a total of 6 semester hours as topics vary. Credit cannot be used toward a graduate degree in the Department of Teacher Education.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 623 - Classroom Management and Organization in Elementary Schools


    Strategies for promoting positive learning climates in the elementary school. Attendance at seminars will be required.

    Notes
    Designed for alternative certification. To be taken the semester prior to student teaching or internship.

    Prerequisites: ELIT 600 and EDUC 599.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 624 - Reading in the Content Area


    Study of the methods, materials, and techniques which contribute to making an effective application of reading comprehension skills in the subject matter area. Applicable to elementary and secondary teachers.

    Prerequisite: EDUC 599.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 625 - Classroom Management and Organization in Secondary Schools


    Strategies for promoting positive learning climates in the secondary school. Attendance at seminars will be required.

    Notes
    Designed for alternative certification. To be taken the semester prior to student teaching or internship.

    Prerequisites: ELIT 600 and EDUC 599.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 626 - Principles and Administration of Elementary School Guidance


    Developmental approach to guidance at the elementary level. Problems of parent counselor and teacher-counselor relationships receive attention.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 628 - Elementary Mathematics Methods


    Advanced theory and practices related to materials, methods, and procedures for effective presentation of elementary mathematics. Investigation and analysis of elementary mathematics curriculum and practices based on guidelines of the National Council for Teachers of Mathematics. Principles and standards of the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards as applied to the teaching of elementary mathematics curriculum.

    Prerequisite: EDUC 603.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 629 - Trends and Issues in Secondary Education


    Guidance in teaching content to students at the high school level, with an overview of contemporary context for organizing the classroom, assessing students, and pedagogical issues.

    Prerequisite: EDUC 603.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 630 - Diagnosis and Remediation of Reading Difficulties


    Study of the characteristics of diagnosis and remedial teaching. Candidates will complete 30 hours of field experience in which they apply diagnostic procedures and remedial techniques using special reading materials and evaluative devices.

    Prerequisite: EDUC 599, EDUC 642.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 632 - Practicum in Correction of Reading Difficulties


    Minimum of 32 clock hours of supervised remediation procedures applied to children having a variety of reading disabilities.

    When Offered
    Offered during summer session only.

    Prerequisite: EDUC 603.

    Lec. 1 Lab. 4Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 633 - Reading and Language Development: Early Childhood K-3


    Emphasis on reading as a thinking process which incorporates language development, learning styles, and individual differences. Attempts are made to see skills and learning in sequential patterns. Simulated exercises, field experiences, and the utilization of resources are encouraged.

    Prerequisite: EDUC 603.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 634 - Vocational Guidance


    An orientation to the background, philosophy, and current practices in vocational guidance. Emphasis is given to the problems and techniques in vocational counseling in the secondary schools.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for EDUC 634 and EPSY 640.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 635 - Solving Instructional Problems in Secondary Education-Seminar


    Intensive study in solving instructional problems in domain learning; advanced application of instructional theory to the domain learning factors: novice-expert differences; strategy use; transfer of learning and metacognition.

    Prerequisites: EDUC 599.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 636 - Orientation to the World of Work


    Methods and techniques designed to prepare counselors to help elementary school children acquire an appreciation of the role of legitimate occupations and an understanding of the dignity of work.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for EDUC 636, EDUC 637, and EPSY 640.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 637 - Educational and Occupational Information


    Designed to help teachers and guidance workers develop competencies in the use of educational and vocational information with groups and individuals. Emphasis is placed on the collection, evaluation, and filing of information.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for EDUC 637, EDUC 636, and EPSY 640.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 640 - Motivation in Education


    Survey and analysis of current theories of motivation and basic and applied issues related to achievement factors.

    Prerequisites: ELIT 600, EDUC 599.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 642 - Reading in the Elementary School


    Principles, practices, methods, and materials for devising and implementing an effective reading program in grades 1-6. Research findings will be linked to their application.

    Prerequisite: ELIT 600, EDUC 599.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 647 - Educational Foundations


    Multicultural education, comparative education, and education of the diverse learner.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 650 - Practicum in Early Childhood Education


    Supervised laboratory experience in teaching nursery and kindergarten children.

    Prerequisite: EDUC 603.

    Lec. 1 Lab. 4Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 654 - Problems in Measurement and Evaluation


    An exploration of the problems related to measurement and evaluation of achievement in various curricula areas. Both standardized and classroom measurement and evaluation are explored.

    Prerequisite: EDUC 599.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 655 - Supervision of Student Teachers


    Principles of supervision as they apply to the supervision of student teachers. Includes orientation, observation, experiences, conferences, and evaluation of student teachers; supervisor-student teacher relationships, directing classroom and extra class activities, and promoting professional growth of the student teacher.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 656 - Workshop in Early Childhood Education


    Exploration of significant developments and concerns related to early childhood education.

    Notes
    May be repeated once as topics vary.

    Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 658 - Trends and Issues in Elementary Education


    Contemporary issues confronting the modern elementary school; current problems, innovations and proposed changes which affect the total elementary school program. Trends and issues that are developing at the national level. Principles and standards of the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) as applied to the teaching of the elementary curriculum.

    Prerequisite: EDUC 603.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 659 - Special Topics in Early Childhood and Elementary Education


    Topics will vary according to expressed needs. May be offered as a workshop.

    Notes
    May be repeated for a total of 6 semester hours as topics vary. Credit cannot be used toward a graduate degree in the Department of Teacher Education.

    Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 662 - Seminar in Early Childhood Education


    Exploration of situations and problems that may arise in early childhood education and early childhood special education. Research in early childhood education development, typical and atypical child development, inclusive education and curriculum planning.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 664 - Creative Experiences in Early Childhood Education


    Dynamics of young children’s creative experiences in music, dance, movement, art and play. Characteristics and needs of young children in each of these areas are stressed.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 668 - The Secondary School


    Societal forces influencing the development of the secondary school, and methods and strategies necessary for secondary school students of today to become productive citizens. Aids the candidate in the development of an orientation to teaching and learning in today’s secondary schools and a more complete understanding of the nature and function of the secondary school.

    Prerequisite: EDUC 603.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 672 - Social Studies Methods for the Secondary School


    Research-based methods and models of instruction for teaching secondary social studies. Selection, development, and application of cognitive models and strategies used to meet National Council for the Social Studies Curriculum Standards 1 through 5. Lesson and unit design for teaching diverse learners.

    Prerequisite: EDUC 603.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 673 - Social Studies Methods II for the Secondary School


    Research-based methods and models of instruction for teaching secondary social studies. Selection, development, and application of cognitive models and strategies used to meet National Council for the Social Studies Curriculum Standards 6 through 10. Lessons and unit design for teaching diverse learners.

    Prerequisite: EDUC 603.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 675 - Instructional Strategies for Teaching Higher Order Thinking


    Examines theoretical perspectives regarding thinking skills and identifies thinking skills implemented in the secondary school curriculum. Examines a number of strategies for teaching thinking and developing techniques for implementing in the secondary classroom.

    Prerequisite: EDUC 603.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 678 - Seminar in Teaching Strategies


    Basic issues in cognition and examining applied strategy development and instruction in relationship to teaching situations in today’s schools.

    Prerequisite: EDUC 599, EDUC 635, and EDUC 640.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 683 - MAT Clinical Experience


    Full day experience in an elementary or secondary school setting. A minimum of 200 actual teaching hours must be completed with a minimum of ten days in all day teaching.

    Prerequisite: Passing score on the PRAXIS II: Principles of Learning and Teaching; and EDUC 599.

    Lab. 12Cr. 6
  
  • EDUC 685 - Internship


    Designed for inservice teachers seeking certification. Supervision provided by the principal, a designated classroom teacher, and a university supervisor.

    Notes
    Intern will enroll in this course for two semesters with credit given each semester.

    Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree, completion of required education courses, full time teaching assignment, Education 200 and passing scores on the PRAXIS II: Principles of Learning and Teaching and the specialty area, or EDUC 599.

    Lab. 6Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 691 - Science Curriculum for the Elementary School


    Designed to orient teachers to a particular experimental science curriculum and to instruct them in the use of methods and materials related to the curriculum.

    Prerequisite: EDUC 603.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 692 - Social Studies Curriculum for the Elementary School


    Designed to incorporate national and state standards into the development of a social studies curriculum. Instruction in the use of methods and materials related to the teaching of social studies.

    Prerequisite: EDUC 603.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 694 - Science and Social Studies Curriculum for the Elementary School


    Methods and materials related to the science and social studies curriculum. The application of national and state standards and benchmarks into the curriculum will be central to the course.

    Prerequisites: EDUC 599.

    Lec. 3Cr. 3
  
  • EDUC 699 - Education Research Seminar


    Graduate research project in area of emphasis under the guidance of candidate’s advisor. Candidate will defend project to a minimum of three education faculty selected by candidate and advisor.

    Notes
    Must be taken during candidate’s final semester.

    Prerequisite: Completion of all course work in selected area of emphasis and permission of department head.

    Cr. 3
 

Page: 1 <- 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12Forward 10 -> 25