ETLC

social/emotional, spiritual, and psychological development of children and adolescents with an emphasis on knowing and understanding theories of human development to incorporate children’s individual differences and guide learning experiences. Considers individual differences (socio-economic, racial, ethnic, religious, physical and mental) with the approximate timing and effects of age-related changes and at-risk factors such as attention deficit disorder, substance abuse, child abuse and neglect, and family disruptions on normal development. Analyzes children within the context of family, culture and community. Emphasizes the importance of partnership with families and communities in the teaching and learning process. ETLC 542 Foundations in Education (3) Study of the foundations of education in the U.S. Explores the historical, philosophical, and sociological development and organization of American education. A portion of the course is devoted to education and the law -- both federal and state -- and to the legal status of teachers and students. Establishes a philosophical foundation of education and surveys various worldviews that affect education today. Contemporary issues in education are examined, such as class management, as well as reflection of personal educational philosophies, attitudes, and aptitudes for teaching. Professional growth and a commitment to life-long learning are emphasized.

Subject

ETLC

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

www.regent.edu

* Courses with an asterisk* include as competencies a classroom observation and/or practicum experience. These placements must be in a state-accredited private or public school and must be set up through the field placement coordinator in the School of Education. To be approved to complete observation/practicum experiences, students must have on file these special requirements for students in initial licensure programs: an FBI criminal history report with fingerprinting, confirmation of a negative TB screening; confirmation of professional liability insurance; and confirmation of adult and pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED training. More requirements and details for practicum and internship placements are available in the Field Placement Handbook. The application deadlines for placements are September 1 to intern in the spring semester and February 1 to intern in the fall semester. A teacher candidate may enroll in the internship if he/she has submitted all the following by the application due date: • a transcript that indicates good academic standing and a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0; • successful completion of all professional education course work with a C or better; • official passing scores on all required assessments; • successful completion of all VDOE content competencies; • an Approved Degree Plan (ADP) signed by the current academic advisor, indicating that all coursework will be completed the semester prior to the start of the internship; • copies of field placement final evaluations; • FBI criminal history report with fingerprinting; • confirmation of a negative TB screening; School of Education Page 177

Subject

ETLC

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

www.regent.edu