89 courses with the subject EDUC, 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.
EDUC 160Passing the Test: Praxis II Secondary Mathematics2
Mathematics major and Junior standing; or instructor approval. Pre- or
Corequisite
MATH 172 and MATH 235 . This course is intended to support the analysis and development of the required mathematical knowledge and skills for professional secondary mathematics educators through the lenses of student efficacy, mathematics anxiety, and problem-solving approaches. The course focuses on encouraging students to reflect on previous experiences in mathematics courses, exploring the most common areas of difficulty on the Praxis II Mathematics Content Knowledge Exam, and having students work on individualized skill goals that have been identified through course pre-assessments.
Planning to apply to the Teacher Education Program This course is intended to support the critical reading and writing skills essential for professional educators and to provide support for the VCLA Exam. The content of the course will focus on: * Reading comprehension and vocabulary strategies, * Writing organization, * Editing and revising skills, and * Mechanics.
EDEF 300 , EDSP 361 In this course, teacher candidates will begin an inquiry into mathematics teaching and learning. Teacher candidates will explore what it means to “do” mathematics, while investigating both what to teach and how to teach in the elementary pre-K through grade 6 classroom. This is the first of two courses in mathematics methods for individuals seeking elementary pre-k through grade 6 teacher licensure.
Admission to Teacher Education Program. Provides instruction on key skills for moving candidates’ learning from the college classroom to direct implementation in the field of elementary education. Topics of study include: the skills of systematic and critical reflection to develop professional practice, how to make direct applications of theory and methods to classroom planning and teaching, and discussions on current issues in the field of education.
EDUC 430Field Applications of Professional Studies in the Elementary Classroom (WI)6
Admission to Teacher Education Program. This semester long clinical experience integrates coursework, field work, and professional development seminars. Candidates work in a pk-2 or 3-6 elementary classroom with a qualified clinical faculty member and a cohort leader/field supervisor. Candidates will be immersed in making important theory to practice connections as they are prepared for the experiences of their student teaching internship. Cornerstone WI
EDSP 361 , and admission into the Teacher Education program.
Corequisite
EDUC 441 , EDRD 416 , EDET 445 . Will assist pre-service teachers in developing requisite knowledge and skills for teaching in grades 6-8 in science, mathematics, social sciences and English. This course is taught in conjunction with a field experience in grades 6-12.
EDET 445 , EDRD 416 , EDUC 440 and EDSP 362 This field experience is taken in conjunction with EDUC 440 - Teaching Grades 6-12 (Science, Mathematics, Social Science, and English). It is intended for the pre-service content area teacher to learn the secondary adolescent culture, and to develop and practice skills appropriate for these learners.
EDUC 440 and EDUC 441 , EDRD 416 , EDET 445 . Will assist pre-service teachers in integrating their content, professional, and pedagogical knowledge and skills to devise learning experiences which are meaningful to secondary students in grades 9-12. Utilizing investigations, central concepts of their content area, inquiry, and knowledge of the reform movements, this course will allow students to practice skills and to explore the problems in planning learning activities, implementing lessons and teaching secondary science, mathematics, social sciences and English.
EDUC 446Early Field Experiences in Teaching English Grades 6-123
Meet eligibility for student teaching. Provides clinical experiences in at least two settings: one in an elementary school and one in a middle school or high school. Begins with observation and limited participation and culminates in assumption of full responsibility in the classroom. Special seminars regularly scheduled to enhance professional development of student. REAL Area L
EDUC 456Methods for English Instruction Grades 6-12 (WI)3
Admission into the Teacher Education Program for licensure in middle school or secondary English Language Arts teaching .
Corequisite
EDUC 446 . Designed to help teacher candidates become inquiring, analytical, and reflective middle/secondary English educators. It provides a foundation for instructional design and teaching methods at the middle school and high school levels. Course activities are designed to prepare candidates for the variety of skill and the breadth and depth of knowledge and understanding needed as an effective English teacher in their field experiences. Cornerstone WI
EDUC 457Methods for Mathematics Instruction Grades 6-12 (WI)3
EDSP 361 or departmental approval. The future educator will gain the skills necessary to effectively build relationships with diverse students, create a classroom community, and manage a classroom environment grounded in the ethic of care framework. A strong foundational understanding of how individual experiences, abilities, languages, cultures, and family and community values influence student engagement is critical for creating a caring classroom that meets the needs of all learners. Tier I and II research-based positive support strategies are taught.
EDEF 320 , EDEF 300 , or Instructor Approval. Participants in the classroom and behavior management course will develop an understanding of research-based classroom and behavior management techniques, classroom community building, positive behavior supports, and individual interventions. Participants will learn diverse and age-appropriate approaches to classroom management based upon research and best practice.
EDSP 361 and a minimum 2.5 GPA. Cross-Listed: EDSP 471 . This course provides an introduction to the field of gifted education and the characteristics and needs of gifted learners.
EDUC 490 . This seminar course is taken concurrently with a field-based internship and assists the student in applying theory and methods learned in the major to a practical work setting. Cornerstone WI
EDUC 490Internship in Education and Human Development3-12
EDUC 489 . Offers students the opportunity to apply knowledge and skills gained in the major/concentration. The internship consists of a field-based learning opportunity within an agency providing services to children, youth, and their families.
Admittance to C&I MS program and admittance to TEP; or permission of instructor. This course will introduce pre-service teachers to the requisite knowledge and skills for teaching mathematics in grades 6-12. This course is taught in conjunction with a field experience in grades 6-12 ( EDUC 441 ) and is co-listed with EDUC 440 .
EDUC 556Methods for Teaching English in Grades 6-123
Admission into the Teacher Education Program or departmental approval. Students enrolled in the classroom management course will develop an understanding of research-based classroom and behavior management techniques, practices that build classroom community, positive behavior supports, and individual interventions. Students will learn diverse and age-appropriate approaches to classroom management based upon research and best practice.
EDUC 571Identifying and Teaching the Gifted Learner3
Graduate standing. This course provides a foundation for designing effective classroom instruction using the principles of curriculum and instructional design. Teachers and teacher candidates working in pk-12 school settings will learn best practices in teaching, learning, and assessing for student understanding and how to incorporate these best practices into instructional opportunities for their diverse learners.
EDUC 617Models of Teaching for Educational Leadership3
Preference given to educational leadership students fulfilling program requirements. Examines student learning styles, teacher instructional styles (models of teaching), and methods of differentiating instruction and assessing student learning. Examines the concepts of effective instruction and effective instructional leadership. Focuses on the school leader’s role in leading an instructional program, supporting teacher growth, and enhancing student learning.
EDUC 618Models of Teaching for Curriculum and Instruction3
Graduate standing or instructor permission. Provides teachers and teacher candidates with the knowledge and skills essential to designing instruction to enhance student learning. Engages teachers and teacher candidates in the study of a variety of research-based models of instruction. Student learning styles, needs of diverse learners, application of technology for enhancing student learning, and various methods of differentiating assessment and instruction will be examined.
EDUC 620Issues of Equity and Diversity in Mathematics Education3
Completion of licensure coursework and admission to the Teacher Education Program. Provides extensive clinical experience in one or more grade levels appropriate to the certification area for graduate students seeking teaching licensure in secondary education (grades 6 - 12). Experience begins with observation and limited participation and culminates in assumption of full responsibility in the classroom.
EDUC 642Conceptualizing, Planning and Teaching 6-83
Admission to the Teacher Education program. Provides an on-going focus on the teaching/learning process during the graduate internship experience. The goal is to promote reflective teaching practices as students conceptualize, plan, and implement lessons in middle level classrooms. Students plan in disciplinary and interdisciplinary groups and examine alternative teaching materials, strategies, and methods of assessment.
EDUC 643Internship in Teaching, Middle Education (Grades 6-8)6
Completion of Licensure coursework and Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Provides extensive clinical experience in one or more grade levels appropriate to the certification area for graduate students seeking teaching licensure in secondary education (grades 6 - 8). Experience begins with observation and limited participation and culminates in assumption of full responsibility in the classroom.
EDUC 646Early Field Experiences in Teaching English Grades 6-123
This course is restricted to students enrolled in the Ed.D. program. This course is intended for doctoral students to pursue self-directed learning opportunities that are related to their dissertation, professional goals, or other scholarly interests under the direction of a faculty member.
