EDUC

Subject

EDUC

Type

alias

Source

www.salem.edu

Hour(s) This course overviews the kinds of distinct characteristics that distinguish 21st century learning including: instructional technology applications and skills in authentic performance-based context (including the most updated NETS standards); the Framework for 21st Century Learning and the updated NC Professional Teaching Standards; professional organizations and professional development; state/national standards; academic reading and writing; and electronic portfolio creation and use.

Subject

EDUC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Hour(s)

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.salem.edu

Hour(s) This course overviews the historical and philosophical bases for educational practice. Candidates will reflect upon, analyze and evaluate their ideas about teaching and learning in light of personal context, philosophical stances and theoretical ideals. Educational issues of social justice and equity will be examined from a constructivist perspective. Reflective journals, case studies and significant field experience will be utilized.

Subject

EDUC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Hour(s)

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.salem.edu

Hour(s) This course introduces students to genres of fiction and non-fiction, text selection for guided and independent reading and the integration of trade books in units/lessons of study across the content areas. Criteria for evaluating children’s or adolescent literature and matching learners to text are stressed.

Subject

EDUC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Hour(s)

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.salem.edu

Hour(s) This course introduces diversity issues and potential implications for 21st century teaching and learning. After an exploration of their personal cultural context, students will explore diversity issues of race/ethnicity, language, gender, socio-economic status, age and development, exceptionalities, religions and family/community structures. Field experiences will connect culturally-responsive teaching practices with various aspects of diversity. Students will also be introduced to School Improvement Profiles (SIP) and the interdependency of context and SIP relevance.

Subject

EDUC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Hour(s)

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.salem.edu

Hour(s) Independent study. Candidates must select a topic and complete a self-directed inquiry form in consultation with the specialty program advisor. Proposal form required prior to registration.

Subject

EDUC

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

Hour(s)

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.salem.edu

Hour(s) This course will examine a topic of importance in the field of education. The specific topic may vary in response to developments in education and current needs of students. The topic will be announced prior to registation for the course.

Subject

EDUC

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

Hour(s)

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.salem.edu

Hour(s) This course encourages candidates to make basic comparisons of educational issues between education in the United States and internationally. By reflecting on their own educational experiences, students will think critically about core global issues in education and engage with current comparative research. significant field experiences in diverse social and educational settings will be required. Study abroad possible.

Subject

EDUC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Hour(s)

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.salem.edu

Hour(s) An advanced independent study under the guidance of a faculty advisor. This course is open to juniors and seniors with a 3.5 G.P.A. in the major (Teaching, Schools, and Society), and permission of the Director of Teacher Education.

Subject

EDUC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

Hour(s)

Type

course

Repeatable

May be repeated once.

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.salem.edu

Prerequisite

3.5 gpa

Hour(s) This course introduces students to instructional design models, curriculum development and assessment (formative, summative and performance.) Candidates will master instructional planning that is aligned with state/national standards. Instructional planning and implementation will be explored from the constructivist perspective. A variety of teaching strategies will be presented and various differentiation strategies will be explored. Integration across disciplines will be modeled, with an emphasis on integration of the arts. Classroom management issues will be examined and analyzed. Candidates will plan and construct an instructional unit specific to their area of teaching specialty. Field experience is a required component of this course.

Subject

EDUC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Hour(s)

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.salem.edu

Prerequisite

Admission to Teacher Education required.

Hour(s) This course explores social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development; theories of learning, motivation, and behavior; exceptionalities; and classroom management in order to prepare students to work with a wide range of individual student differences in skills, motivation, experience and affect. All topics will be addressed in terms of both understanding the relevant theories and of the application of skills and knowledge to the teaching/learning process following state/national standards. Field experience is a required component of this course.

Subject

EDUC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Hour(s)

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.salem.edu

Prerequisite

Admission to Teacher Education required.

Hour(s) This course examines an historical and philosophical overview of education for exceptional learners, including ways in which a variety of disabilities are presented in schools affecting access to the general curriculum. Candidates will develop an understanding of current legislation, court cases, school based services, placements, methods and collaborative strategies for students with exceptionalities from a general education teacher perspective. The process from referral and implementation of interventions through eligibility including IEP development will be explored. Field experience required. Admission to Teacher Education required.

Subject

EDUC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Hour(s)

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.salem.edu

Prerequisite

Admission to Teacher Education required.

Hour(s) This course provides a developmental introduction to literacy foundations for learners in the primary grades (K-2). Based on the Science of Reading, the course is grounded in the five key components of literacy: phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Field experiences in schools or related settings are required. Admission to Teacher Education is required.

Subject

EDUC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Hour(s)

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.salem.edu

Prerequisite

Admission to Teacher Education required.

Hour(s) This course provides an introduction to literacy for learners in the intermediate grades (3-6). Based on the Science of Reading, the course is grounded in the five key components of literacy: phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Field experiences in schools or related settings are required.

Subject

EDUC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Hour(s)

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.salem.edu

Prerequisite

EDUC 355 or permission of the Director of Teacher Education; Admission to Teacher Education is required.

Hour(s) This course presents concepts, theories, research and best practices related to adolescent development and learning. Candidates will be introduced to curricular practices and instructional and collaborative strategies appropriate for adolescent students following state/national standards. Current psycho/social issues will be explored and examined. Case studies, professional research, technology based projects, writing and field experience are required.

Subject

EDUC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Hour(s)

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.salem.edu

Prerequisite

Admission to Teacher Education required.

Hour(s) This course presents constructivist instructional strategies, use of developmentally appropriate materials for facilitating learners’ understanding of mathematical concepts and strategies for integrating math across the elementary curriculum. Math standards from state/national standards and National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) will be introduced. Candidates will examine and practice methods to impact diverse students and to use calculators and computers to enhance their understandings. The course includes ongoing assessment methods and strategies for the North Carolina End of Grade Tests. Case studies, professional research and writing and field experience are required. Integrating the fine and practical arts across disciplines is emphasized.

Subject

EDUC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Hour(s)

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.salem.edu

Prerequisite

Admission to Teacher Education required.

Hour(s) This course will utilize cooperative learning, brain-compatible instructional theories and technology to introduce candidates to applications and strategies for teaching science, social studies and health that are integrated across the curriculum. Instructional units will be correlated with state/national standards, the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) and the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS). Strategies to assist learners with standardized tests in the content areas will be presented. Case studies, professional research and writing and field experience are required. Integrating the fine and practical arts across disciplines is emphasized.

Subject

EDUC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Hour(s)

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.salem.edu

Prerequisite

Admission to Teacher Education required.

Hour(s) Curriculum, methods and assessment for teaching English in the middle and secondary grades.

Subject

EDUC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Hour(s)

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.salem.edu

Prerequisite

Admission to Teacher Education required.

Hour(s) Instructional techniques, materials and resources for teaching foreign languages in grades K through 12.

Subject

EDUC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Hour(s)

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.salem.edu

Prerequisite

Admission to Teacher Education required.

Hour(s) Curriculum, methods and assessment for teaching mathematics in the middle and secondary grades.

Subject

EDUC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Hour(s)

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.salem.edu

Prerequisite

Admission to Teacher Education required.

Hour(s) Curriculum, methods and assessment for teaching science in the middle and secondary grades.

Subject

EDUC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Hour(s)

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.salem.edu

Prerequisite

Admission to Teacher Education required.

Hour(s) Curriculum, methods and assessment for teaching social studies in the middle and secondary grades.

Subject

EDUC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Hour(s)

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.salem.edu

Prerequisite

Admission to Teacher Education required.

Hour(s) This course examines an historical and philosophical overview of education for exceptional learners, including ways in which a variety of disabilities are presented in schools affecting access to the general curriculum. Candidates will develop an understanding of current legislation, court cases, school based services, placements, methods and collaborative strategies for students with exceptionalities from a special education teacher perspective. The EC paperwork process from referral through eligibility will be explored. Field experience required.

Subject

EDUC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Hour(s)

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.salem.edu

Prerequisite

Admission to Teacher Education required.

Hour(s) This course examines current trends, instructional strategies, and development of individual education plans (IEPs) for implementation in the EC classroom. Candidates will identify strategies for accommodations and modifications for EC students in general education as well as goal development and implementation in the EC classroom. The EC paperwork process including the development of individual education plans (IEPs), reevaluations, behavior intervention plans, functional behavioral assessments and transition plans will be explored. Field experience required.

Subject

EDUC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Hour(s)

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.salem.edu

Prerequisite

EDUC 380 and Admission to Teacher Education required.

Hour(s) Curriculum, methods, and assessment for teaching art in kindergarten through grade 12.

Subject

EDUC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Hour(s)

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.salem.edu

Prerequisite

Admission to Teacher Education required.

Hour(s) This course deepens teacher candidates’ knowledge, skills, and dispositions in instructional planning, teaching strategies, assessment, classroom management, and differentiation. Integrating the fine and practical arts across disciplines is emphasized. Instructional planning correlated with state/national standards is required. Candidates will create an instructional unit plan. Field experience in middle and high school classrooms is a required component of this course.

Subject

EDUC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Hour(s)

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.salem.edu

Prerequisite

Admission to Teacher Education required.

Hour(s) This capstone course will include a semester of extensive research and writing designed to prepare students to discuss and debate critical issues in education. Students will be given specific topics to be explored. Interviews and observations will be part of the required field experience for this course. Students will explore topics individually and work collaboratively to prepare a research paper and an oral presentation. This course is required of Teaching, Schools, and Society (Advocacy concentration) majors. Enrollment is limited to seniors.

Subject

EDUC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Hour(s)

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.salem.edu

Hour(s) For this one-credit hour course, students will be assigned a field placement where they will go for two hours per week to conduct field experience assignments for all of their Education courses. Field experiences are a North Carolina legislative requirement for Educator Preparation Programs; this class will allow students to engage in meaningful experiences in schools that connect their coursework to practical applications. Students will take this course each semester that they are in the Teacher Licensure courses and before Student Teaching.

Subject

EDUC

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Credit unit

Hour(s)

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.salem.edu

Prerequisite

Students must be admitted into the Teacher Licensure program.

Corequisite

Education and Teacher Licensure courses are

Hour(s) This seminar accompanies the supervised internship (student teaching). Reflective practice, collaboration, professional readings and speakers and collegial discussion will be used to address contemporary issues in education and with regards to candidates’ practices.

Subject

EDUC

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Credit unit

Hour(s)

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.salem.edu

Prerequisite

Admission to Teacher Education required.

Corequisite

EDUC 399 and EDUC 396 Grading: Pass/No Credit

Hour(s) This course provides support for students completing the edTPA , a teacher candidate performance assessment developed by the Stanford Center for Assessment, Learning,and Equity (SCALE). The course will address planning, instruction, and assessment. Successful completion of the edTPA is required to be recommended for teacher licensure.

Subject

EDUC

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Credit unit

Hour(s)

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.salem.edu

Prerequisite

Admission to Teacher Education required.

Corequisite

EDUC 394 and EDUC 399 Grading: Pass/No Credit

Hour(s) Supervised internship (student teaching). Required for all initial licensure candidates.

Subject

EDUC

Credits (min)

12

Credits (max)

12

Credit unit

Hour(s)

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.salem.edu

Prerequisite

Admission to Teacher Education required.

Corequisite

EDUC 394 and EDUC 396 Grading: Pass/No Credit Fees: $300.00