28 courses with the subject EDEL, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
EDEL 1010Introduction to Education2
Facilitates matriculation into professional education programs. Examines the relationships of teaching, learning, motivating, and instructing in classroom settings. Includes observation in public schools to help students understand these relationships and appreciate the role of professional educators in today's society. Requires substantial commitment of time to off-campus field experiences.
Focuses on current and classic children's literature for ages 0-12. Examines picture books, beginning readers, chapters books and novels. Addresses evaluating the literary quality of children's books in a variety of genres. Covers book awards and selection criteria for quality literature. Examines reading motivation and enjoyment. Investigates controversial issues in children's literature.
Covers the role of teachers in the inclusion of exceptional children, working with parents and specialists, and in developing individual educational plans for exceptional children. Introduces characteristics and special needs of exceptional children who have physical, emotional, social, mental, or health exceptionalities. Stresses curriculum modification planning necessary for special needs students. Addresses ethical behaviors specific to teaching exceptional children.
Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing and admission to Professional Education Program or permission of department chair Stresses research-based teaching/learning principles used in a classroom setting to enhance learning. Includes study of parent education, involvement, and support strategies, and collaboration with community agencies and professionals. Emphasizes the application of theory to practice with emphasis on teacher-student instructional interaction and teacher/parent/community agency interactions. Focuses on how children develop and learn and how that knowledge should influence classroom teaching.
Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing and Admission to Professional Education Program or permission of department chair Provides a broad and comprehensive overview of American education. Facilitates the understanding of current educational practices in America as a result of the social, historical, economic, and political forces that have had influence on the education system. Provides opportunities for students to evaluate their own belief system concerning education.
EDEL 3100Early Childhood Principles and Practices3
Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing and admission to Professional Education Program or permission of department chair Focuses on early childhood principles for grades K-3. Examines the philosophy of Developmentally Appropriate Practice in relation to interacting with young children, preparing the classroom environment, and planning/implementing instruction. Addresses the role of play to support learning in all areas of development. Includes strategies for supporting children's social, emotional, and cognitive development. Introduces the principles of intentional teaching. Emphasizes lesson planning in all content areas. Addresses the teacher's responsibility in creating a child-centered environment that supports creativity, critical thinking, communication, and collaboration.
Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing and admission to Professional Education Program or permission of department chair Addresses the equitable integration of technologies into elementary classroom instruction. Prepares future teachers to use technologies to differentiate their instruction to meet the needs of all students. Explores ways technology can be used to revitalize pedagogy. Explores the impact of the global digital divide. Provides future teachers with the ability to develop lesson activities that empower students to make meaningful connections and develop 21st Century skills.
Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing and admission to Professional Education Program or permission of department chair Explores foundational concepts of diversity, equity, and multicultural education in educational contexts. Examines personal identity, bias, and privilege while analyzing their impact on teaching practice. Applies culturally responsive pedagogical strategies to support diverse learners. Evaluates instructional materials and assessments for cultural inclusivity. Creates inclusive learning environments that affirm student diversity. Analyzes global and intercultural issues influencing educational practice. Discusses stereotypical concepts while recognizing cultural complexity within different groups. Evaluates personal cultural values compared to different backgrounds to develop greater cultural competence.
Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing and admission to Professional Education Program Provides an examination of the purposes of assessment and how assessment practices and strategies are used to improve student learning. Addresses development, use, and interpretation of classroom assessments including pre-assessment, informal, formal, and summative assessments. Emphasizes the use of effective feedback and how to guide elementary students in self-assessment of learning.
Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing and admission to Professional Education Program or permission of department chair Covers instructional design for program effectiveness and student achievement. Discusses instructional models, skills, and techniques for engaging students in course content. Addresses beginning lesson plan design.
Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing and admission to Professional Education Program or permission of department chair Introduces students to basic classroom management ideas. Provides learning strategies for managing students and materials in the classroom environment. Explores basic classroom management theories and practices.
Prerequisite(s): EDEL 4200, Admission to Professional Education Program, and University Advanced Standing Establishes a foundation for selecting a model to follow for the development of a classroom management plan. Considers the role of the teacher and students in developing rules and establishing habits in a classroom setting.
Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing and admission to Professional Education Program or permission of department chair Presents best practices for managing behaviors in an elementary classroom setting.
Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing, EDEL 4230, admission to Professional Education Program or permission of department chair Corequisite(s): EDEL 4880 and EDEL 4990 Determines and develop best practices for classroom management during student teaching placement. Explores the responsibilities of teachers and prepare to successfully transition into the role of a professionally licensed elementary educator.
EDEL 4400Elementary Literacy Instruction and Assessment I3
Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing and admission to Professional Education Program or permission of department chair Presents practical and theoretical foundations for fostering reading competence in children, kindergarten through grade 3. Addresses literacy models, research-based reading instruction, and literacy assessments. Includes collaborative activities and public school field experience with children. Emphasizes findings of the National Reading Panel, International Reading Association standards and positions in literacy instruction, as well as Utah Common Core curriculum requirements.
EDEL 4410Elementary Literacy Instruction and Assessment II3
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Professional Education Program or permission of department chair; University Advanced Standing Presents practical and theoretical foundations for fostering reading competence in children, grade 3 to 6. Surveys three essential components of learning to read: fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension, as well as reading motivation and academic reading. Addresses the explicit gradual release of responsibility model and think-alouds. Provides collaborative activities and public school field experience where original lesson plans are taught. Emphasizes findings of the National Reading Panel, International Reading Association standards and positions in literacy instruction, as well as Utah Common Core curriculum requirements. Course lecture fee of $30 applies.
EDEL 4420Elementary Language Arts Instruction and Assessment3
Prerequisite(s): (Admission to Professional Education Program or department chair permission) and University Advanced Standing Presents methods for teaching reading and language art concepts to children, grades K-6. Includes classroom instruction and field experiences with children.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Professional Education Program or permission of department chair; University Advanced Standing Introduces teachers to the teaching of English as a second language not only for linguistic development, but for cognitive, academic and social development. Includes classroom instruction and field experiences with children. Presents methods for promoting reading competence and fostering literacy in limited English-speaking children, grades K-6. Prepares teachers to teach English as a second language in U.S. public schools. Covers both theoretical and applied aspects of second language learning and teaching and provides techniques, activities, strategies and resources to plan instruction for English language learners (ELLs).
EDEL 4510Elementary Mathematics Instruction and Assessment I3
Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing and admission to Professional Education Program or permission of department chair Introduces methods for teaching math concepts to children, grades K-6. Focuses on developing a mathematical mindset, choosing worthwhile mathematical tasks, and planning lessons. Includes classroom instruction and field experiences with children.
EDEL 4520Elementary Science Instruction and Assessment3
Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing and admission to Professional Education Program or permission of department chair Presents methods for teaching science and engineering concepts to children, grades K-6. Includes classroom instruction, hands-on laboratory experiences, and field experiences with children.
EDEL 4530Elementary Social Studies Instruction and Assessment3
Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing and admission to Professional Education Program or permission of department chair Addresses pedagogical skills to teach social studies concepts, skills, dispositions, and themes (civic, economics, history, geography, culture and identity) to students grades K-8. Includes classroom instruction and field experiences with students.
EDEL 4540Elementary Fine Arts Instruction and Assessment3
Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing and admission to Professional Education Program or permission of department chair Presents methods for integrating music, art, dance, and drama experiences across the curriculum in grades K-6. Explores research on the benefits of arts and arts-integrated instruction and focuses on employing effective strategies for developing engaging lessons that lead students through the fine arts creative process. Includes classroom instruction and field experiences with children.
EDEL 4550Elementary Mathematics Instruction and Assessment II3
Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing, EDEL 4510, and admission to Professional Education Program or permission of department chair Presents methods for teaching math concepts through the contexts of specific mathematical content to children, grades K-6. Includes classroom instruction and field experiences with children.
Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing and admission to Professional Education Program or permission of department chair Includes theory and philosophy for teachers working with diverse populations, grades K-6. Outlines critical need for knowing students' personal, cultural, and community assets, as well as academic strengths and needs. Addresses strategies for pre- and formative assessment determining instruction that differentiates content, learning processes, and products for students' readiness, interests, and learning profiles.
Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing, admission to Professional Education Program or permission of department chair, and successful completion of all other professional coursework. Corequisite(s): EDEL 4240 and EDEL 4990 Provides a culminating 12-week teaching experience in an elementary classroom, grades K-6. Enhances knowledge, skills, and dispositions to successfully transition into the role of a professionally licensed elementary educator. May be Graded Credit/No Credit. Course Lab fee of $300 for practical experience applies.
Prerequisite(s): Department Chair Approval and University Advanced Standing For Bachelor Degree seeking students and other interested persons. Offers independent study as directed at the discretion and approval of the department chairperson. May be repeated for a maximum of 3 credits toward graduation.
Subject
EDEL
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Repeatable
May be repeated for a maximum of 3 credits toward graduation.
Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing, admission to Professional Education Program or permission of department chair, and successful completion of all other professional coursework Corequisite(s): EDEL 4240 and EDEL 4880 Explores the teaching and learning cycle of planning, instruction, and assessment. Addresses authentic assessment to evaluate student learning. Focuses on authentic teaching practices and self-assessment of teaching, to reveal the impact on student learning. May be Graded Credit/No Credit.
