Education Courses
Early Childhood through Secondary (EDU)
EDU 1990-4990. Independent Studies (1-3). Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.
EDU 1895-4895. Special Topics (1-3). Special Topics or pilot courses.
EDU 1950-4950. Studies Abroad (3-18). Study in a foreign country. Individual course titles and locations are assigned for each course taken. See Studies Abroad program for details.
EDU 2100. Foundations of Education (3). This course provides an overview of the historical and sociological development of the American education systems and instructs candidates to use advocacy for children, families, and the profession to uncover unconscious bias and to critically analyze the myths that exist about American education. (Approximately 20 hours of practicum required, which may be within the scheduled time of the class.)
EDU 2110. Educational Psychology (3) . A study is made of the processes of education, including such topics as learning, motivation, human growth and development, individual differences, evaluation of achievement, personality, and techniques of studying education. (Approximately 20 hours of practicum required, which may be within the scheduled time of the class.)
EDU 2221. Child Development, Education, and Guidance (3). This course emphasizes the social, emotional, physical and intellectual development of children; the responsibilities of parents; and guidance of children through age eight. Field experience is required. This course is required for early childhood endorsement. (Approximately 20 hours of practicum required, which may be within the scheduled time of the class.)
EDU 2223. Human Development and Education (3). This course examines development from various theoretical perspectives and at stages relevant to all levels of formal education. A major focus is the educational implications that flow from each developmental perspective. Students will also examine the research relevant to the issues in human development. (Approximately 20 hours of practicum required, which may be within the scheduled time of the class.)
EDU 3030. Literacy I (3). This course includes the various theories and methods of reading instruction from the readiness period through the intermediate grades. Current research materials, diagnostic procedures and remediation techniques are emphasized. (Approximately 20 hours of practicum required, which may be within the scheduled time of the class.)
EDU 3040. Mathematics in the Elementary School (3). Prerequisite: MTH 1050, 1060 or consent of instructor. This course emphasizes basic concepts in mathematics, with application to elementary school mathematics and suggestions for teaching these concepts. For elementary teacher licensure only. (Approximately 20 hours of practicum required, which may be within the scheduled time of the class.)
EDU 3243. Adolescent Literature (3). This course examines book selection criteria for junior and senior high school classes and school and public library collections. Uses of books in differing content areas are stressed.
EDU 3502. Middle School Perspectives (3). This course emphasizes the growth and development of children in grades 4-8. It looks at appropriate curriculum and instruction for this age group as well as the methodology of teaching to meet the needs of these students.
EDU 3800. Meeting the Needs of Diverse Learners in the Classroom (3). Overview of exceptionalities; introduction to pedagogical, curricular, and social considerations involved in educating diverse learners in the classroom. The course has a practicum component. (Approximately 20 hours of practicum required, which may be within the scheduled time of the class.)
EDU 4110. Reflective Teaching (3). Corequisite: Relevant Student Teaching section. This reflective or inquiry-oriented course looks at the complicated activity of teaching and the conceptual schemata teachers must acquire. Emphasis is placed on developing teaching habits that are consciously informed actions. The course will also require candidates to complete an Action research project to demonstrate their impact on student learning.
EDU 4130. Organization and Management of Multicultural Classroom Communities (3). This course serves as the culminating course for the education minor and builds on course content developed in education core classes related to multicultural education and classroom management. A critical examination of socially relevant issues and pedagogy in multicultural education and classroom management is provided. Approximately 20 hours of practicum required. Cross listed with EDU 5130.
EDU 4201. Classroom Management PK-5 (3). Corequisites: EDU 4401 and EDU 4110. (For prerequisite, see " Admission to Student Teaching.") Seminar in teaching, designed to help students be better prepared for their enhanced student teaching experience. This course will also use both quantitative and qualitative research to better understand theories of effective classroom organization and management. Based on research findings and reflective inquiry, the students will refine/design proactive systems of classroom organization and management within the contexts of their student teaching placements.
EDU 4203. Classroom Management Secondary School (3). Corequisites: EDU 4403 and EDU 4110. (For prerequisites, see " Admission to Student Teaching.") Seminar in teaching, designed to help students be better prepared for their enhanced student teaching experience. This course will also use both quantitative and qualitative research to better understand theories of effective classroom organization and management. Based on research findings and reflective inquiry, the students will refine/design proactive systems of classroom organization and management within the contexts of the student teaching placements.
EDU 4204. Classroom Management and Teaching Elementary School (4). Corequisites: EDU 4404 and EDU 4110. (For prerequisites see " Admission to Student Teaching.") Seminar in teaching, designed to help students be better prepared for their enhanced student teaching experience. This course will also use both quantitative and qualitative research to better understand theories of effective classroom organization and management. Based on research findings and reflective inquiry, the students will refine/design proactive systems of classroom organization and management within the contexts of the student teaching placements.
EDU 4213. Teaching Mathematics in the Secondary School (3). This course emphasizes the methods and procedures of classroom instruction as related to secondary mathematics. This course is required of all mathematics majors desiring teacher licensure at the secondary level. (Approximately 20 hours of practicum required, which may be within the scheduled time of the class.)
EDU 4221. Methods and Materials for Early Childhood Education (3). A study of the basic needs and characteristics of young children and an exploration of the current practices in curriculum and methodology will be made. Field experience in nursery school and/or kindergarten is required. This course is required for kindergarten endorsement. (Approximately 20 hours of practicum required, which may be within the scheduled time of the class.)
EDU 4230. Literacy II (3). Reading, writing, speaking, and listening are studied. Emphasis is put on the selection and organization of materials and on the evaluation of pupil growth in the language arts. (Approximately 20 hours of practicum required, which may be within the scheduled time of the class.)
EDU 4233. Teaching English in the Secondary School (3). The prospective English and speech teacher is instructed in techniques for motivation and the acquisition of skills in reading, writing, and speaking. This course is required of all English majors desiring teacher licensure. Observation in the schools is required. (Approximately 20 hours of practicum required, which may be within the scheduled time of the class.)
EDU 4243. Teaching Foreign Language in the Secondary School (3). This course examines principles of language acquisition, the theory of methodologies and the application of teaching techniques to the major skill areas - listening, speaking, reading and writing. Required of all modern foreign language majors desiring secondary licensure. (Approximately 20 hours of practicum required, which may be within the scheduled time of the class.)
EDU 4250. Science in the Elementary School (3). This course stresses the examination, design, and evaluation of experiences for teaching science in the elementary school. Science content is stressed.(Approximately 20 hours of practicum required, which may be within the scheduled time of the class.)
EDU 4253. Teaching Natural Sciences in the Secondary School (3). The student is directed to the objectives, materials, and procedures in teaching natural science on the junior and senior high school levels. Required of all majors in any of the sciences desiring teacher licensure. (Approximately 20 hours of practicum required, which may be within the scheduled time of the class.)
EDU 4260. Teaching Social Studies in the Elementary School (3). This course focuses upon the objectives of teaching social studies in the elementary school and how resources may be discovered, used, and evaluated in the attainment of these objectives. Content is stressed with special emphasis given to geography as an example of the social studies. (Approximately 20 hours of practicum required, which may be within the scheduled time of the class.)
EDU 4263. Teaching Social Studies in the Secondary School (3). The student is directed to the objectives, materials, and procedures in teaching social studies on the junior and senior high school levels. Required of all majors in any of the social studies desiring teacher licensure. (Approximately 20 hours of practicum required, which may be within the scheduled time of the class.)
EDU 4270. Teaching Theatre and Drama in the School System (3). This course examines the instructional methods and practices utilized by teachers of educational theatre and drama. Special emphasis is placed upon implementing theatre programs in the school setting. A 20-hour practicum is required.
EDU 4300. Practicum in Education (1-4). This course is designed to give students additional work experience in the field of middle school education. Registration by permission of the instructor.
EDU 4310-4390. Special Studies in Elementary Education (1-4).
EDU 4401. Student Teaching in Early Childhood Pre-K-3 (6). Corequisite: EDU 4411. A semester of student teaching is required. Registration by permission of the instructor. ($325.00 course fee).
EDU 4403. Student Teaching in the Secondary School (6). Corequisite: EDU 4203. (For prerequisite see "Admission to Student Teaching."). This laboratory course gives the student teacher experience in the secondary school and an opportunity to observe and use appropriate classroom procedures under the direct supervision of an experienced teacher. This course requires satisfactory presentation of a professional portfolio and includes a seminar which meets weekly during the full-time student teaching experience. ($325.00 course fee)
EDU 4404. Student Teaching in the Elementary Grades (6). Corequisite: EDU 4204 and EDU 4110. (For prerequisite see "Admission to Student Teaching.").This laboratory course gives the teacher candidate experience in two elementary school settings with one of the placements serving students with diverse backgrounds. Teacher candidates will have the opportunity to observe, and use appropriate classroom instructional methods and procedures under the direct supervision of an experienced mentor teacher. ($325.00 course fee)
EDU 4423. Literacy Across the Secondary Curriculum (3). Students will gain techniques in developing reading, writing, speaking, and critical thinking through any subject area of the secondary school. Particular attention will be paid to diagnosis and further development of reading strategies, reading for meaning in subject area literature, and writing for subject area audiences. The course is required for all secondary (7-12 and 9-12) licensure students. The course is cross-listed with EDU 5270. (Approximately 20 hours of practicum required, which may be within the scheduled time of the class.)
EDU 4510-4990. Special Studies (Workshops) (1-3).
Special Education (EDU)
EDU 3510. Foundations of Special Education (3). Overview of the field of Special Education including historical perspectives, programs, and legal provisions.
EDU 3520. Communication / Collaboration for Exceptional Children (3). Designed to introduce the pre-service teacher to the skills necessary to work effectively as a professional member of a multidisciplinary team. Skill orientation and development will emphasize the social concept. communication and collaboration skills, and team building skills necessary for special educators.
EDU 3530. Assessment for Decision Making (3). Collection and use of educational data to assess and teach students with diverse learning needs. Educational planning, material adaptation, and curriculum development will also be addressed.
EDU 3540. Instructional and Behavior Management for Students with Mild Disabilities (3). Designed to develop the instructional and behavioral management competencies required to teach students with mild disabilities and to develop behavioral management competencies required to conduct functional behavioral analysis and the application of behavioral analytic strategies for students with special needs.
EDU 3800. Meeting the Needs of Diverse Learners (3). Corequisite: EDU 4300. Overview of exceptionalities; introduction to pedagogical, curricular, and social considerations involved in educating diverse learners in the classroom. (Required for any licensure.)
Second Language Acquisition (EDU)
EDU 4215. English Language Learners (3). An introduction to English learners of diverse language and cultural backgrounds. Focuses on an understanding of special needs of these learners and the strategies to promote the language and literacy development of all students. (Approximately 20 hours of practicum required, which may be within the scheduled time of the class.)