Overview of the teaching profession. Central themes cover the aspects of becoming a teacher, schools and their place in society, students and curriculum. Historical foundations of education are presented. Entry level course for first semester students that supports their transition to college. (3 lecture)

Course focuses on practical applications for computers and technology in the classroom. (3 lecture)

Survey of the non-traditional learner with emphasis upon the legal, ethical and educational ramifications for public school personnel. Characteristics and etiologies of categorical classifications will be studied. (3 lecture)

Students will analyze the qualitative and quantitative characteristics of texts in order to understand what makes these characteristics supportive and challenging for children. This understanding helps children climb the ladder of text difficulty with success. (3 lecture)

Students will study the attention seeking, power seeking, revenge seeking, and avoidance of failure behaviors. Manifestations of these behaviors will be studied, as well as preventions and interventions. Issues of self-esteem and belonging will be emphasized in this class that helps students learn to build communities in their classrooms. (3 lecture)

Study of developing and creating learning environments for early childhood. Includes study of family involvement, engaged advocacy and importance of the community in building relationships for strong programs. (3 lecture)

Planning, selection and assessment of learning experiences for beginning readers. Includes study of strategies for promoting verbal ability and emerging literacy. Course will review evaluation strategies appropriate for emergent literacy assessment. (3 lecture)

(1-12 lecture)

(1-6 lecture)

Focus on psychological learning principles and their classroom applications. Classical and modern theories of learning are emphasized. An exploration of learning styles, metacognition and forms of problem solving and their importance in the classroom. (3 lecture)

The purpose of this course is to provide teacher candidates with a solid foundation for effective literacy instruction in K - 2 classrooms. Special emphasis will be placed on the five essential components of reading instruction. (3 lecture)

Study of essential concepts, tools, and structure of content areas for early education. Deepens understanding of appropriate materials, manipulatives, media, and technology for young learners. (3 lecture)

This course provides teacher candidates with a solid foundation for effective literacy instruction in grades 3-6. Special emphasis will be placed on the major five components of reading instruction. (3 lecture)

Methods and content with respect to counting and cardinality, algebraic thinking, fractions, number and operations in base ten, measurement and data and geometry in grades K-3. (3 lecture)

A course designed to facilitate the elementary education major in the teaching of science. The course will investigate the teaching of science through discovery and inquiry. (3 lecture)

Methods and content with respect to algebraic thinking, number and operations in base ten, fractions, measurement and data, and geometry in grades 4-6. (3 lecture)

Strategies for providing differentiated instruction to students with diverse learning, social and behavioral needs who are being educated in inclusive settings. Emphasis will be on practical planning and teaching of students from diverse backgrounds. (3 lecture)

This course covers the subject content, materials and instructional strategies for planning, teaching and evaluating social studies lessons in grades K-6. (3 lecture)

Prepare teacher candidates to use basic art skills in the elementary classroom. The course will focus on the integration of art into all areas of the multi-subjects curriculum. (3 lecture)

Course prepares teacher candidates to use basic music skills in the elementary classroom. This course will focus on the integration of music into all areas of the multi-subjects curriculum. (3 lecture)

Course focuses on the relationship between standards, instructional objects and assessment and assessment-influences instruction. Diagnostic, formative and summative assessment will be emphasized. Instrument design, administration, scoring and standards-based grading will be discussed. (3 lecture)

A strategies course designed to prepare teacher candidates to integrate the arts and movement into their daily instruction. This course will focus on the study of art, music and movement appropriate for elementary students. (3 lecture)

Focuses on major models of classroom management and the characteristics of positive classroom environments. Emphasizes prevention of classroom disruptions through understanding student behaviors. Basic physiological, emotional and cognitive needs of students and teachers are studied. Philosophical approaches to teaching are developed through coursework and reflective journal writing. Computer applications in the classroom are emphasized. (3 lecture)

A practicum offered on-site at a local professional development school. Application of management plans and techniques are the focus of this experience. Should be completed the semester prior to EDUC 401. (3.5 lab)

This practicum provides skills development in observation, planning, teaching, and evaluation at the primary levels under the direct supervision of public schools and college supervisors. (Prerequisite: Division Chair permission) (1-6 lecture)

This practicum provides skills development in observation, planning, teaching, and evaluation at the intermediate levels under the direct supervision of public schools and college supervisors. (Prerequisite: Academic Dean permission) (1-6 lecture)

Students learn relationships among thinking, learning and the six language arts in grades 5-9; includes explanation of principles that guide instruction and determine appropriate assessment and use of technology in the language arts. Identifies characteristics and the five systems of language. (3 lecture)

This course is designed for education majors seeking a math emphasis. Math curricula, methods and differentiation at the middle school level are studied. Students will plan and teach lessons in the middle school mathematics classroom. (3 lecture)

Content, materials and instructional strategies for planning, teaching and evaluating social studies lessons at the middle school level. (2 lecture)

Instructional strategies and curriculum materials appropriate for the teaching of science in grades 7-9 will be investigated. Students will prepare and use hands-on inquiry lessons in teaching experience with middle school students. (2 lecture)

(6 lab)

Examination of research and practice in organizing school learning environments to produce optimal learning. Cooperative learning and the application of technology in the classroom are emphasized. (3 lecture)

A clinical offered on-site at a local professional development school. Application of lesson planning, use of technology and management techniques are the focus of this experience.

Focus on using effective curriculum and strategies in the early education classroom. Students will implement these effective practices in a field experience setting. (2 lecture)

Eight weeks of full time observation, planning, teaching and evaluation at the PreK-K levels under the direct supervision of public school and college supervisors. (5 lecture)

Eight weeks of full-time observation, planning, teaching and evaluation at the K-2 levels under the direct supervision of public school and college supervisors. (5 lecture)

Eight weeks of full-time observation, planning, teaching and evaluation at the middle school level in science under the direct supervision of public school and college supervisors. (5 lab)

Eight weeks of full-time observation, planning, teaching and evaluation at the middle school level in mathematics under the direct supervision of public school and college supervisors. (5 lecture)

Eight weeks of full-time observation, planning, teaching and evaluation at the middle school level in English under the direct supervision of public school and college supervisors. (5 lab)

Eight weeks of full-time observation, planning, teaching and evaluation at the 3-6 levels under the direct supervision of public school and college supervisors. (5 lecture)

Eight weeks of full-time observation, planning, teaching and evaluation at the middle school level in social studies under the direct supervision of public school and college supervisors. (5 lecture)

This course provides residents with the opportunities to integrate and reflect on knowledge, skills and dispositions acquired during their clinical experiences. Continued professional development and inquiry into current issues in the profession are explored. (3 lecture)

Full time planning, teaching, and evaluation at the K-4 level in mathematics under the direct supervision of public school and college supervisors. (Prerequisite: Admission to Student Teaching) (5 lecture)

The development of competencies in diagnosing reading problems through the use of various instruments and in prescribing remediation based on the evaluations. (3 lecture)

Course requires teacher candidate to apply their knowledge of a variety of assessment instruments and remediate reading difficulties using evidence-based instructional strategies. Students will apply skilled learned in EDUC 412. (3 lab)

Sixteen weeks of observation, planning, teaching and evaluation at the K-6 levels under the direct supervision of public school and college supervisors. Emphasis on cooperative learning, co-teaching and integration of technology. (20 lab)

Sixteen weeks of full-time planning, teaching and evaluation at the K-6 levels under the direct supervision of public school and college supervisors. (40 lab)