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Courses


 
  
  • SPAN 450 - Latin-American Poetry & Drama


    A study of 19th and 20th century poetry and drama.

    Prerequisite: Completion of at least one 300-level Spanish course or permission of instructor.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • SPAN 455 - Intensive Language Review


    This course is a comprehensive review of the major elements of written and oral Spanish.  This will include extensive practice of the more difficult grammatical structures as well as the addition of idiomatic expressions.  Course work includes written and oral review exercises, compositions, presentations, and discussions.

    Prerequisite: SPAN 302 or SPAN 311 or SPAN 419 or permission of instructor.

    Credits:4 cr

  
  • SPAN 456 - Introduction to Linguistics


    A study of the fundamentals of descriptive linguistics including a comparative analysis of Spanish and English as to structure, sound systems and semantics.

    Prerequisite: SPAN 311 or permission of instructor.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • SPAN 457 - Spanish-English Translation


    Translation from English to Spanish and Spanish to English with emphasis on accuracy and good style in each language.  Correct usage is also stressed. Students move beyond word for word translation to idiomatic usage.

    Prerequisite: SPAN 311 or SPAN 419 or SPAN 455 or permission of instructor.

    Credits:4 cr

  
  • SPAN 469 - Teaching English as a Second Language for Spanish Speakers


    A study of the various techniques used in teaching English as a second language to Spanish speakers, including the development of teaching materials and evaluation techniques

    Prerequisite: SPAN 456 or permission of instructor.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • SPAN 471 - Bilingual-Bicultural Methodology in Bilingual Education


    A study of classroom management, testing and evaluation for bilingual-bicultural children and of the materials available for classroom use and for research.

    Prerequisite: SPAN 469 or permission of instructor.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • SPAN 472 - Curriculum Development in Bilingual Education


    A study of curriculum development for bilingual education.

    SPAN 471 or permission of instructor.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • SPAN 491 - Seminar in Hispanic Studies


    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • SPAN 499 - Directed Study


    For a directed study in literature a student must present a detailed program of his/her project to be approved by the instructor by the end of the preceding semester. For a directed study in the methods of teaching Spanish, a detailed program will be formulated by the student and the professor directing the project by the end of the preceding semester.

    Credits:(1-4) cr

  
  • SW 215 - Introduction to Social Welfare/Social Work


    A survey of social welfare services and the profession of social work. The student will become familiar with the duties, responsibilities and ethics of the social work profession through classroom activities as well as volunteer activity in local human services agencies.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • SW 300 - Interviewing & the Helping Relationship


    This course establishes beginning social work interviewing and relationship skills as well as awareness of the use of self in the helping relationship. Specific interviewing strategies for generalist social work practice will be presented. The student will participate in practice sessions that include role plays, videotapes, and self-awareness exercises.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • SW 302 - Child Abuse & Neglect


    An intensive study of the problem of child abuse and neglect as it extends throughout our country. Areas of focus include: law enforcement, medical, sociological, educational, preventive and interventive aspects.

    Credits:3 cr

    Cross-Listed: YS 330
  
  • SW 303 - Child Welfare Policies & Procedures


    Concepts, policies and practices in the child welfare field will be presented. The student will become familiar with historical aspects of child welfare concerns, with the broad scope of child welfare relating to the child in his/her varied environment and with organizational structure and service.

    Credits:3 cr

    Cross-Listed: YS 300
  
  • SW 304 - Introduction to Gerontology


    This course will enhance student’s personal understanding of their own and others’ aging. It will introduce students to the major concepts and trends in regard to the aging process so that these will be useful to a wide range of disciplines including nursing, social work, sociology, psychology, health education, the allied health and law enforcement professions.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • SW 311 - Chemical Dependency: Overview


    An overview of substance abuse and chemical dependency as social problems. The psycho-social, cultural, economic and medical aspects of substance abuse are explored. The role of the social worker in assessment and intervention is examined relative to social work practice issues.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • SW 313 - Social Work & Health Care


    Social work practice in health care settings. Health care policy and its impact on social work practice with individuals and families will be examined.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • SW 314 - Social Work And Sexual Violence


    An overview of various aspects of sexual violence. Underlying dynamics, effects on victims and the culture, intervention strategies, and the social worker’s role in working with cases involving sexual violence will be covered.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • SW 316 - Social Welfare Policy I


    Historical and philosophical perspective of social welfare policy, organizational and program development for Elizabethan Poor Laws to the welfare state; an overview of social, political, and economic institutions relevant to disadvantaged and culturally diverse populations, and social work practice in organizations and communities.

    Prerequisite: PS 118 or 123 and Econ 125 or 221; admitted majors only.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • SW 318 - Social Work Practice I


    Students are introduced to the art and science of generalist social work, systems and problem-solving approaches needed for direct professional practice, and underlying theories of intervention. Skills in interviewing, problem identification, and communication are emphasized, with a primary focus on individuals, especially those who are disadvantaged.

    Prerequisite: SW 300 and SOC 111; Admitted majors only.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • SW 320 - Human Behavior in the Social Environment I


    Social systems theory is utilized to understand the interaction between human behavior and social environmental systems. Socio-cultural, biological and psychological aspects of human development across the life span are studied along with the effects of social systems on health and well-being.

    Prerequisite: PSYC 100 and BIOL 104B, 105A, 105C, or 111A or permission of instructor.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • SW 329 - Research Methods and Social Work Practice


    Scientific and analytic approaches for building knowledge and evaluating service delivery in all areas of practice including qualitative and quantitative methodologies and understanding statistical data useful for generalist social work practice will be presented. Writing research reports, computer applications, the traditional scientific method and alternative methods drawn from direct experiences and perspectives relevant to human diversity will be introduced.

    Prerequisite: SW 215.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • SW 330 - Human Behavior in the Social Environment II


    Continuation of a social systems approach to understanding reciprocal relationships between human behavior and social environments with emphasis on diversity and empowering disadvantaged or oppressed populations. Socio-cultural, biological, psychological, and spiritual development across the life span for diverse populations are studied along with the effects of social systems on health and well-being.

    Prerequisite: SW 320.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • SW 347 - Social Work with the Aging


    Development and current status of social welfare policy related to the elderly will be presented. Social services delivery system, which provides services to seniors, will be examined. Implications of social work practice concepts for working with the elderly will be studied.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • SW 401 - Social Work Practice II


    This course continues the emphasis of SW 318. The change process is studied in depth and applied to working with groups, organizations, and communities, with an emphasis on culturally diverse and disadvantaged populations, utilizing role plays and fieldwork experience. Identification with the profession and beginning competencies for generalist practice are enhanced.

    Prerequisite: SW 318 and SW 329.  Taken concurrently with SW 483 and SW 485.

     

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • SW 402 - Social Work Practice III


    This course continues the emphasis of SW 318 and 401. The change process is studied in depth and applied to working with family systems and subsystems with an emphasis on culturally diverse and disadvantaged populations, utilizing role plays and fieldwork experience.  Identification with the profession and beginning competencies for generalist practice are enhanced.

    Prerequisite: SW 401.  Taken concurrently with SW 403 and SW 484.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • SW 403 - Social Welfare Policy II


    Community based social welfare organizations will be analyzed in depth with emphasis on developing change strategies for communities and organizations to respond to the needs of client systems, including individuals, families and groups, which are culturally diverse, at risk, or discriminated against. Policy intervention techniques will be introduced and utilized.

    Prerequisite: SW 316 and SW 401. 

     

    Credits:3 cr

    Concurrent Requirements: SW 402 and SW 484.

  
  • SW 405 - Group Facilitation


    Developing group facilitation skills with parenting groups and groups with children and youth. Group work as an intervention with families in need of a nurturing supportive environment that supports appropriate parent-child interactions.

    Credits:3 cr

    Cross-Listed: YS 405
  
  • SW 406 - Foster Care & Adoption


    This course is an intensive study of the foster care and adoption systems, related issues, and support services for foster and adoptive children, foster and adoptive parents, and biological parents.   Areas of focus include: cultural identity, historical perspective, and contemporary view of the media.

     

    Credits:3 cr

    Cross-Listed: Cross-listed with YS 406.

  
  • SW 483 - Social Work Field Instruction I


    The program’s field placement coordinator and the agency’s instructor must approve the placement for two days a week in a social services setting. Agency schedule followed (minimum 15-hour week), on and off campus meetings with faculty. Opportunity to apply classroom learning and develop practice skills in a professional setting.

    Prerequisite: SW 316, SW 318, SW 320 and SW 330; Taken concurrently with SW 401 and SW 485.

    Credits:6 cr

  
  • SW 484 - Social Work Field Instruction II


    Students continue with the schedule and practice requirements of SW 483. Builds on prior skill development and evaluates demonstration of beginning competencies in working with individuals, families, groups and communities.

    Prerequisite: SW 401 and SW 483.

    Credits:6 cr

    Concurrent Requirements: SW 402 and SW 403.
  
  • SW 485 - Senior Seminar


    This capstone course will involve students in the development of a professional identity and an identification with the social work profession through the development of a professional portfolio and group presentations on the NASW Code of Ethics. It is designed to integrate the student’s academic coursework, field learning, and professional development as a generalist social work practitioner. The course will also assist students in planning their career in social work.




    Prerequisite: Taken concurrently with SW 401 and SW 483.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • SW 490 - Selected Topics


    Study of selected topics of particular significance or current importance and interest to the social work profession, such as Social Work and the Law, Substance Abuse, etc.

    Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing.

    Credits:(1-4) cr

  
  • SW 496 - Field Placement in Gerontology


    Gerontology minor field placement in instructor-approved human services agency serving older adults for a minimum of two hours per week to a maximum of eight hours per week, plus bi-monthly consultation with instructor and completion of written research project.

    Prerequisite: SW 347 or SOC 305.

    Credits:(1-3) cr

  
  • TE 100 - Exploring Teaching: K-12


    This course provides students with exploratory experiences of teaching as a profession. It is designed to help the student examine self in relation to education. Field-based experiences in surrounding school districts including observations in urban and suburban schools are required. TE 100 must be completed prior to admission to College of Education. Note: Students may not enroll in any 300-level Education courses until they have been formally admitted to the College of Education or have been given special permission to enroll in a specific course. Details and forms regarding admissions procedures are available in the Admissions and Certification Office.

    Credits:1 cr

  
  • TE 101 - Exploring Teaching In Physical Education


    Students are provided exploratory experiences of teaching physical education as a profession. This course is designed to help students examine self in relationship to the social and psychological dynamics of the physical education teaching profession. Field-based experiences in surrounding school districts including observation in rural, suburban, urban, and special needs schools are required.

    Credits:1 cr

    Cross-Listed: Cross listed with TE 100.
  
  • TE 220 - Lifeguard Training


    The primary purpose of the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Program is to provide entry-level lifeguard candidates with the skills and knowledge to prevent, recognize, and respond to emergencies and to provide care for injuries and sudden illnesses until advanced medical personnel take over. Candidates have the opportunity to obtain the following American Red Cross Certification: Lifeguard Training.

    Prerequisite: KINE 120 or permission from instructor.

    Credits:1 cr

  
  • TE 272 - Movement Fundamentals


    This course introduces students to the movement education framework for active lifestyles, elementary movement education through and in-depth analysis of Graham’s movement skill themes, and movement exploration. The course is designed to provide students with the essential knowledge and skills needed to identify, analyze, and evaluate children’s gross motor skills and patterns.

    Credits:2 cr

  
  • TE 274 - Dance & Rhythms


    Teacher Candidates will develop knowledge and skill in understanding and performing rhythm and dance appropriate for the K-12 physical education curriculum. An emphasis will be placed on equipment care, activity modification and documentation of teacher candidate dance skills and knowledge.

    Credits:2 cr

  
  • TE 276 - Target & Striking/Fielding Games 4-12


    Teaching tactical concepts and associated decision-making processes, movements and skills of target and striking/fielding games appropriate for grades 4-12. Specific focus on modified game play and skill application in game situations. Transfer of tactical components of one game will be transferred to the learning of another within the same game category.

    Credits:2 cr

  
  • TE 278 - Invasion & Net/Wall Games 4-12


    Teaching tactical concepts and associated decision-making processes, movements and skills of invasion and net/wall games appropriate for grades 4-12. Specific focus on modified game play and skill application in game situations. Transfer of tactical components of one game will be transferred to the learning of another within the same game category.

    Credits:2 cr

  
  • TE 280 - Water Safety Instruction


    This course introduces the student to American Red Cross instructional techniques, aquatic skills and programs. Successful completion of this course offers certification in WSI. The main focus of the course is to prepare prospective teachers of swimming and water safety.

    Prerequisite: KINE 125 or permission of instructor.

    Credits:2 cr

  
  • TE 282 - Adapted Physical Education


    A lecture and participation course covering the philosophy and goals of adapted physical education, the relationship of adapted physical education to the general physical education program, the needs and characteristics of the students with disabilities, and the designing of exemplary adapted physical education programs. Specific consideration is given to methodology in teaching students with disabilities.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TE 284 - Foundations of Physical Education


    This course is a survey of the significant historical developments relating to physical education and K-12 school.  Candidates will be exposed to school finance, governance, tenure process and private/public/charter schools. Candidates will evaluate and analyze philosophies that have guided our profession and the impact of state and Federal education initiatives.  Armed with historical and philosophical understanding of education, students will assess and critique contemporary physical education.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TE 286 - Organization & Administration of Physical Education


    Students will develop and implement management and motivational strategies in a physical education setting. Communication and collaboration materials will be created, tested and discussed.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TE 300 - Foundations in Elementary Education


    This course is a study of the historical, philosophical and social foundations of education focused specifically on the effective elementary practitioner. Future elementary school teachers examine how K – 8 schools operate and also investigate the professional educator’s role within the classroom and the community.

    Prerequisite:  TE 100 and PSYC 100.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TE 301 - Methods of Teaching Children’s Literature K-8


    Provides students with an overview of different genres of contemporary children’s literature. Students will study literary response and literary analysis. Course material includes: planning literature activities that meet the State of Michigan Grade Level Expectations and utilizing children’s literature across the K-8 curriculum.

    Prerequisite:  TE 300, and admission to the Elementary Teacher Education program.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TE 305 - Technology Application In Physical Education


    Demonstration and use of current technology and application in K-12 physical education settings for the purpose of designing and implementing student learning experiences in a variety of settings and those that integrate technology. Candidates will implement assessments, in the cognitive, affective and psychomotor domains, that align with the Grade Level Content Expectations and Michigan Merit Curriculum guidelines. Emphasis on use of technologies used to teach an online course as well as to communicate, network, locate resources, and enhance continuing professional development.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TE 309 - Reading in the Content Areas K-8


    This course facilitates the elementary teacher candidate’s ability to demonstrate and apply the knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary to help all K-8 students learn to read. The focus is on how to develop reading comprehension strategies for reading and writing across core content areas; this course has both a theoretical and practical component involving observing/assisting content-literacy lessons in a K-8 classroom. Fieldwork is required.

     

    Prerequisite:  PSYC 310, TE 300, and admission to the Elementary Teacher Education Program.

    Credits:2 cr

  
  • TE 310 - Methods Teaching Reading: K-8


    A survey of current practices and problems in teaching reading. This course focuses upon the teaching of developmental and content reading as well as providing an introduction to informal diagnostic techniques and materials.

    Prerequisite: PSYC 310, ENGL 380 and must be taken within the last 13 credits of the professional methods course sequence.

    Credits:6 cr

  
  • TE 311 - Developmental Reading K-8


    This course is designed to facilitate the elementary teacher candidate’s ability to demonstrate and apply the knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary to help all K-8 students learn to read. The focus is on the teaching of developmental reading. During this course, teacher candidates are introduced to informal assessment techniques, and a variety of strategies for meeting the needs of diverse learners.   There is both a theoretical and practical application to this class. Fieldwork is required.


     

    Prerequisite:  ENGL 380, TE 309, and successful completion of all second semester Professional Studies in the Elementary Education major.

    Credits:4 cr

  
  • TE 318 - Methods of Teaching Language Arts K-8


    Provides students with an overview of the language arts (reading, writing, speaking, listening, representing). Students will study how the language arts can be employed across the curriculum. Technology will be integrated in designing teaching activities and learning situations. Language diversity will be addressed in terms of child development and English Language Learners. Course materials include: planning activities and projects that meet the State of Michigan standards for Language Arts. 

     

    Prerequisite:  TE 301, TE 309, and successful completion of all second semester Professional Studies in the Elementary Education major.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TE 322 - Methods of Teaching in the Arts K-8


    This course explores strategies for integrating art, music, dance and drama activities into elementary and middle school classrooms. It offers practical experiences in the creation and teaching of arts activities and provides students with an educationally oriented philosophy for utilization of creative activities in instructional settings.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TE 324 - Health Education for Elementary Teachers


    This course explores research-based strategies for the elementary classroom teacher in health education and is based on the Michigan Model for Health ®. Methods for teaching children the knowledge, skills, and behaviors that contribute to lifelong health will be addressed. The curriculum will include social-emotional health, safety, alcohol/tobacco/other drugs, HIV/AIDs, nutrition and physical activity, personal health and wellness.


     

    Prerequisite:  Successful completion of all first semester Professional Studies in the Elementary Education major.

    Credits:1 cr

  
  • TE 325 - Physical Education for the Classroom Teacher


    Within this methods course, the prospective classroom teacher gains knowledge in organizing and implementing a physical education program within the K-6 classroom. Focus of the course is on the physical development of the elementary school children as well as teaching through the psychomotor, cognitive and affective domains. Field work is required.  Not intended for students majoring in Physical Education.

    Prerequisite:  Successful completion of all first semester Professional Studies in the Elementary Education major.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TE 330 - Methods of Teaching Science K-8


    An introduction to the methods and materials appropriate for elementary and middle school classroom activities, with emphasis on inquiry development. Field work is required.

    Prerequisite: 8 credits of Science, and successful completion of all first semester Professional Studies in the Elementary Education major.

    Credits:4 cr

  
  • TE 331 - Methods of Teaching Mathematics K-8


    An introduction to the methods and materials appropriate for elementary and middle school instruction with emphasis on inquiry development. Field work is required.

    Prerequisite: MATH 110 and successful completion of all first semester Professional Studies in the Elementary Education major.

    Credits:4 cr

    Concurrent Requirements: MATH 210.
  
  • TE 334 - Computer Applications in Schools: K-8


    Introduction to current usages of computers in elementary school. Students will develop skills with current software (e.g., PowerPoint, HyperStudio, Word Processing) and how to effectively integrate these tools into the classroom for teaching and learning.

    Credits:2 cr

  
  • TE 341 - Methods of Teaching Social Studies K-8


    An introduction to methods and materials appropriate for an issues approach to the teaching of social studies. Emphasis will be placed on developing methods that will obtain the goal of preparing a responsible citizenry. Field work is required.

    Prerequisite: PSYC 310, TE 300, and admission to the Elementary Teacher Education Program.

     

    Credits:4 cr

  
  • TE 342 - Teaching & Managing the Diverse Classroom: K-8


    This course provides the knowledge, methods and experience to effectively teach and manage the K-8 classroom that exhibits a broad range of students’ intellectual, emotional physical and learning needs. Emphasis will be placed on the adaptation and integration of services, curriculum, and technology.

    Prerequisite: PSYC 310 and must be taken within the last 13 credits of the professional methods sequence.

    Credits:4 cr

  
  • TE 343 - Managing Diverse K-8 Classrooms


    This course will provide an opportunity for pre-service teachers to become knowledgeable in working with students in inclusive and resource K-8 settings. Specific information on classroom organization and procedures will be explored. Adapting curricular materials will be discussed. Attention will be paid to issues of cultural and linguistic diversity, including the differential needs of students from urban, suburban, and rural environments. Fieldwork is required.


     

    Prerequisite:  PSYC 310, TE 300, and admission to the Elementary Teacher Education Program.

    Credits:2 cr

  
  • TE 344 - Differentiation & Diversity K-8


    This course will provide an opportunity for pre-service teachers to become knowledgeable in working with students in inclusive and resource K- 8 settings using differentiated instructional strategies. Categorical eligibilities in special education will be explored. Unique challenges of working with students with specific eligibilities will be addressed. Programs for the gifted and talented will also be considered. Current legal issues and developments in the field of Special Education will be an integral part of this course content. Fieldwork is required.


     

    Prerequisite:  TE 343, and successful completion of all second semester Professional Studies in the Elementary Education major.

    Credits:2 cr

  
  • TE 370 - Humanistic Concerns in Physical Education


    Students will be exposed to the sociological and psychological aspects of physical activity relevant to physical education in schools. Knowledge of the goals and values in physical activity on individuals and society will be included.

    Prerequisite: TE 284, SOC 111.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TE 371 - Teaching & Learning in the Motor Domain


    This course will introduce teaching and management skills associated with student learning, design of instructional materials and techniques for implementation, and strategies to teach diverse learners. Students will be introduced to lesson and unit planning and instruction in the physical education setting.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TE 375 - Adventure Education/Outdoor Pursuits


    Introduction to adventure education and outdoor pursuits as part of the K-12 physical education curriculum. The course will overview the history, philosophy, key outcomes, problem solving, trust, team building, self-confidence, communication techniques and the current content of these modern education trends. Pedagogical and processing skills will be practiced.

    Credits:2 cr

  
  • TE 393 - Directed Study in Education


    Student must submit a plan of study for approval before enrolling.

    Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

    Credits:(1-5) cr

  
  • TE 410 - Student Teaching Seminar: K-8


    The seminar is directly related to classroom experiences during the student teaching semester and is designed to further practical understanding and knowledge about content, learners, and context; to help refine strategies of effective classroom management and curriculum design; and to support the continuous development of one’s own teaching style through deliberate reflection about teaching and learning in the context of the school. Student Teaching and the Seminar are integrated and blocked together in order to combine the practice of teaching with frequent opportunities to reflect critically and analytically on teaching and learning.

    Prerequisite:  Successful completion of all Professional Studies courses in the Elementary Education program, 2.50 GPA, and approval of application for student teaching.

    Corequisite:  TE 420.

    Credits:2 cr

  
  • TE 420 - Student Teaching: K-8


    Student teaching involves full-time teaching and involvement in a classroom (Kindergarten through 8th grade) gaining experience with the curricular and extra-curricular programs of the school. Student Teaching and the Seminar are integrated and blocked together in order to combine the practice of teaching with frequent opportunities to reflect critically and analytically on teaching and learningMust be taken concurrently with TE 420.  Pass/Fail.

    Prerequisite:  Successful completion of all Professional Studies courses in the Elementary Education program, and approval of the director of student teaching.

    Credits:(3-12) cr

  
  • TE 423 - Field Project for Bicultural Education in Spanish


    Field project designed on an individual basis which will include direct participation in an elementary or secondary bilingual classroom and work with community resources. Pass/Fail.

    Prerequisite: SPAN 471 or permission of instructor.

    Credits:(3-6) cr

  
  • TE 426 - Methods of Teaching Physical Education: K-8


    This course introduces students to the movement education framework for active lifestyles, elementary movement education through and in-depth analysis of Graham’s movement skill themes, and movement exploration. The course is designed to provide students with the essential knowledge and skills needed to identify, analyze, and evaluate children’s gross motor skills and patterns.

    Prerequisite: Admission to College of Education, TE 476, TE 478 and Senior standing.

    Credits:4 cr

  
  • TE 430 - Introduction to Special Education


    This course serves as a general introduction to special education. Definitions and terminology in the field of special education will be reviewed as well as characteristics generally associated with specific disabilities. Philosophical and legal foundations of special education will also be reviewed. Considerable emphasis will be given to current trends and issues including effective instruction, inclusion, co-teaching, and outcome based education.  Field work required.




    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TE 431 - Introduction to Emotional/Behavioral Impairments


    This course provides a basis for understanding the theoretical, legal and historical perspectives of emotional/behavioral impairments. The contributing factors, characteristics and intervention and instructional strategies are examined in light of these perspectives.  Field work required.  Concurrent enrollment in TE 430 and TE 431 is allowed with permission of the instructor.

     

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TE 432 - Introduction to Learning Disabilities


    This course provides an examination of the history, definition and etiology of learning disabilities. It will address the characteristics of students who have learning disabilities, methods of identification, instruction, programming and current issues related to each of these topics.  Field work required.  Concurrent enrollment in TE 430 and TE 432 is allowed with permission of the instructor.


     

    Prerequisite:  TE 430.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TE 433 - Introduction to Cognitive Impairments


    Throughout this course pre-service and practicing teachers will have the opportunity to become knowledgeable about working with students who are considered to be cognitively impaired. The course will examine the history, definitions, and etiology of cognitive impairments. Additionally, characteristics associated with cognitive impairments, methods of identification, instruction, programming and current issues related to each of these areas will be addressed.  Field work required.   Concurrent enrollment in TE 430 and TE 433 is allowed with permission of the instructor

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TE 434 - Introduction To Autism Spectrum Disorder


    This course provides a basis for understanding the theoretical, legal and historical perspectives of ASD. It addresses the characteristics of ASD students, methods of identification, instruction, programming, and current issues related to these topics.  Field work required. Concurrent enrollment in TE 430 and TE 434 is allowed with permission of the instructor.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TE 445 - Seminar Special Education


    A seminar related to the students’ directed teaching experience in the Special Education classroom. Designed to enhance skills and abilities in classroom management, instruction, curriculum, and teaching style. Emphasis will be given to student advocacy, responsibility, and ethical professional behavior.  For special education majors and endorsement students only. Student must meet Department of Teacher Education standards to begin directed teaching assignment. Must be taken concurrently with TE 460 Student Teaching Special Education. TE 445 provides a discussion forum for experiences during the student teaching experience.

    Prerequisite:  Successful completion of all other Professional Studies courses in the Special Education program and approval of the Director of Clinical Experiences.

    Credits:2 cr

  
  • TE 446 - Cultural Differences in Education


    A study of the impact of cultural differences in United States society on students and on the educational system and how those differences can enhance the educational experiences of all students.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TE 450 - Contemporary Issues in Physical Education


    An investigation and discussion of selective major issues of interest to contemporary physical education. New trends and controversial issues will be explored.

    Prerequisite: Senior standing.

    Credits:2 cr

  
  • TE 460 - Student Teaching - Special Ed


    For special education majors and endorsement students only. Student must meet Department of Teacher Education standards to begin directed teaching assignment.

    Prerequisite:  Successful completion of all other Professional Studies courses in the Special Education Program and approval of the Director of Clinical Experiences.

    Co-requisite:  Must be taken concurrently with TE 445 Seminar Special Education. (TE 445) provides a discussion forum for experiences during the student teaching experience.

    Credits:(6-10) cr

  
  • TE 465 - Creative Drama


    The study of drama as a creative and educational tool in school, clinical and recreational settings. Demonstrates the values of creative drama in the development of the whole child. Provides opportunity for students to design materials, as well as to understand the use of creative drama techniques.

    Credits:3 cr

    Cross-Listed: Cross-listed with THEA 465.
  
  • TE 470 - Field Experiences In Adapted Physical Education


    The course is designed to provide the student with experience with children who have a variety of physical, mental, and emotional needs in the physical education environment.

    Credits:4 cr

  
  • TE 476 - Assessment in Physical Education


    Performance-based assessments will be used to provide candidates opportunities to critically analyze what students have learned throughout  instruction. A focus will be on creating and using assessments that document higher-level thinking to determine what students are able to evaluate, synthesize, analyze and apply in a meaningful manner. This course will provide opportunities to use, create and implement a variety of appropriate authentic and traditional assessments for the purposes of augmenting and documenting student learning and to make informed curricular and instructional decisions.

    Prerequisite: TE 272, 274, 276, 278, 280.

    Credits:4 cr

  
  • TE 478 - Physical Education Curriculum


    Focus will be on curriculum planning and development with emphasis on recent models for curricular decisions and the effective selection and sequencing of developmentally appropriate activities across the K-12 school curricula; emphasis will be placed on effective teaching strategies, classroom management planning, and educational technology applications.

    Prerequisite: TE 274, 276, 278, and 476.

    Credits:3 cr

    Cross-Listed: Cross listed with TE 641.
  
  • TE 480 - Introduction to Early Childhood Education


    Physical, social, emotional, and cognitive growth and development of children from birth to nine are emphasized. Significant approaches to early childhood programs are studied. Both typical and atypical behaviors of young children are interpreted and recorded through planned and guided observations. Opportunities for the observation and recording of children’s behavior is provided in varied group settings. Field work required in an early childhood setting.  Selected course assignments demonstrate alignment with the Elementary Program courses: TE 343 and TE 344.  Accommodations, additional readings, and in-class activities/discussion ensure that the 4-8th grade expectations are met. 

    Prerequisite: Admission to the Elementary Teacher Education program.

    Credits:4 cr

  
  • TE 481 - Curriculum Development in Early Childhood Programs


    Developmentally appropriate integrated learning experiences for preprimary and primary age children are selected, planned, implemented and evaluated. Learning environments are planned to meet the individual needs of young children. A variety of curriculum models are presented. Opportunities for creating developmentally appropriate learning experiences for children in a variety of group settings is provided. Field work required in an early childhood setting.  Selected course assignments demonstrate alignment with the Elementary Program courses: TE 343 and TE 344. Accommodations, additional readings, and in-class activities/discussion ensure that the 4-8th grade expectations are met. 

    Prerequisite: Admission to the Elementary Teacher Education program.

    Credits:4 cr

  
  • TE 482 - Assessment of Children in Early Childhood Programs


    This course examines recommended practices and tools for assessing young children from birth through eight years of age. It will explore the purpose, benefit, and usages of assessment; identify strategies for authentic assessment; apply techniques for managing assessment withing the classroom; and address data-driven decision making for program planning and student progress monitoring. Field work is required in an early childhood setting. Selected course assignments demonstrate alignment with the Elementary Program courses: TE 343 and TE 344. Accommodations, additional readings, and in-class activities/discussion ensure that the 4-8th grade expectations are met.

    Prerequisite: Admission to the Elementary Teacher Education program.

    Credits:4 cr

  
  • TE 483 - Infants & Toddlers: Play, Language, and Cognition


    The focus of this course will be on the growth and development of the whole child in the context of the family from conception through age 3. The major themes that will be investigated include the importance of relationships and attachment between infants and adult caregivers; the role of play in cognition and language development; and the components of high-quality, nurturing care for infants and toddlers. In addition, participants will enhance their knowledge of family and community relationships, strategies to promote positive development and learning, differences in diversity, and current research in the field of early intervention.   The role of the teacher will be discussed with special emphasis on the teacher as an introspective and interactive decision maker in the learning environment. Recognition will be given to the notion that children are best understood and served in the context of their family, culture and society. 

    Prerequisite:  Admission to the Elementary Teacher Education program.

    Credits:4 cr

  
  • TE 484 - Leadership & Exceptionality in Early Childhood


    Curriculum methods and materials will be studied so that candidates develop skills in planning and implementing appropriate educational activities for young children with special needs birth – 8 years old. Exploration of early intervention services for young children with special needs, recommended practices for programming with emphasis on curriculum and program implementation across developmental domains, methods of intervention for the whole child/family, typical and atypical development, historical perspectives of special education, the IEP/IFSP and Transition Plan processes, and categories of children with special needs. In addition, leadership principles will be discussed. Field work is required in an early childhood setting.    Select course assignments demonstrate alignment with the Elementary Program courses, TE 343 and 344.   Accommodations, additional readings and in-class activities/discussion ensure the 4-8th grade expectations are met.

     

    Prerequisite:  Admission to the Elementary Teacher Education program.

    Credits:4 cr

  
  • TE 486 - Methods Of Teaching Physical Education, 6-12


    A practical course designed to acquaint the prospective teacher with materials, skills and knowledge required for planning and preparing for instruction in a secondary physical education setting. An examination of learning theories, classroom management, implementing lessons that use technology for student learning and utilizing numerous forms of assessment with 6-12 learners.

    Prerequisite:  TE 476.

    Credits:4 cr

  
  • TE 487 - The Young Child in the Home, School, and Community


    This course provides an overview of current research and practices relating to young children’s experiences in the context of family, school and community. Application of knowledge of diversity and socio-cultural contexts for development and learning are examined. Models for partnerships with parents are explored. Field work is required.  Selected course assignments demonstrate alignment with the Elementary Program courses: TE 343 and TE 344. Accommodations, additional readings, and in-class activities/discussion ensure that the 4-8th grade expectations are met. 

    Prerequisite:  Admission to the Elementary Teacher Education program.

    Credits:4 cr

  
  • TE 489 - Internships in the Preprimary Programs


    Internship includes a supervised, successful teaching experience in a preprimary (before kindergarten) setting. Family involvement and communications with staff as an instructional team are emphasized. Guidance and management techniques for the young child are explored, implemented, and evaluated. Seminar meetings provide opportunities for analysis, evaluation, and discussion of the internship experience.  Selected course assignments demonstrate alignment with the Elementary Program courses: TE 343 and TE 344. Accommodations, additional readings, and in-class activities/discussion ensure that the 4-8th grade expectations are met.

    Prerequisite: TE 420 or permission of instructor.

    Co-requisite:  TE 410 or permission of intructor.

    Credits:4 cr

  
  • TE 490 - Special Topics in Education


    Check current schedule for specific course titles.

    Credits:(1-6) cr

  
  • TE 503 - Educational Implications of Behavioral and Pervasive Developmental Disorders


    This course will address the unique characteristics, etiology, development, relationship to normal development, and medical and familial issues related to behavioral and pervasive developmental disorders and the educational implications of these unique conditions.

    Prerequisite: TE 430.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TE 510 - Methods in Elementary Instruction for Readers and Writers


    This course surveys the components of a developmental reading and writing program with some attention paid to content area instruction. Current practices and problems also are addressed as well as informal assessment techniques materials.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TE 516 - Classroom Management Techniques for Effective Instruction


    An analysis of room arrangement, grouping for instruction and special whole and small group discussion techniques will be emphasized. Application of various management theories also will be discussed in relation to all curriculum subjects.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TE 532 - Assessment and Planning Special Education


    This course is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct a comprehensive educational related evaluation, interpret the results and develop an instructional plan to address individual youth needs. Formal and informal assessment procedures (and their psychometric properties) to be examined include the evaluation of reading, language, mathematics, social/emotional development, vocational and transitional needs.

    TE 430 or TE 431 or TE 432 or TE 433 or TE 434. 

    Credits:3 cr

    Notes: Concurrent enrollment in TE 532 and TE 541 is allowed with permission of the instructor.
  
  • TE 535 - Consultation & Integrated Program Special Education


    This course stresses knowledge and skills necessary for the special education teacher to become an effective advocate for students who have disabilities, to consult with parents and other professionals and to become an effective team member in planning and implementing integrated programming.

    TE 516, TE 532, TE 541, and TE 342 or TE 430 or TE 431 or TE 432 or TE 433.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TE 536 - Advanced Theory & Methods: Emotionally Impaired


    Following TE 431, this course focuses on instructional and behavior management skills required to meet the unique needs of students with emotional impairments. In addition, teachers will study practical application of theoretical concepts, including interagency collaboration, function assessment and planning, and components of an appropriate continuum of services.  Field experience is required.

    Prerequisite: TE 430, TE 431, TE 432, TE 516, TE 532 and TE 541.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TE 541 - Special Education Curriculum Methods: K-12


    Curriculum design and instruction built upon the assessment and planning strategies addressed in TE 532. With the intent of including youth with disabilities into the general education classroom and community, this course will emphasize research-based instruction and materials employed at the elementary through secondary levels in the areas of instructional adaptation across the content areas, functional academics, technology, self-determination/social competence, post­secondary/continuing education, vocational training/employment, independent living, community participation, adult service coordination and comprehensive transition planning.

    TE 516, TE 532, and TE 342 or TE 430, TE 431 or TE 432 or TE 433.

    Credits:4 cr

  
  • TE 546 - Multicultural Education


    This course will focus on cultural diversity as a positive and vital force in U.S. society. Cultural differences and similarities will be discussed with special emphasis on verbal and non-verbal communication, value systems and customs and traditions among various minority groups. Integration of multi- cultural teaching strategies into the general curriculum will also be presented.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TE 547 - Exceptional Children in General Education Settings


    This course presents information about students with disabilities and the learning needs of those students. Teachers will study strategies and accommodations for exceptional learners in general education settings. Discussion of legal issues and concerns related to the needs of exceptional students addresses the full range of disabilities.

    Credits:3 cr

 

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