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TE 403 - Field Practicum 2
This field experience is for the 2+2 Bachelor of Arts in Elementary/Middle/Secondary Teaching for international students. The field experience is to provide opportunities for international students to explore curriculum, technologies used in teaching and learning, and classroom management of K-12 public school classrooms. This field experience includes meeting times for debriefing, questions, additional supports and resources related to their observations and experiences in public school classrooms.
Requisites: TE 401 (Required, Previous)
Credits:3-4 cr
Notes: Students must provide their own transportation.
3-4 cr |
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TE 405 - Field Practicum 3
This field experience is for the 2+2 Bachelor of Arts in Elementary/Middle/Secondary Teaching for International Students. The field experience is to provide opportunities with a focus on curriculum, instruction, and assessment in public school education in the U.S.A. This field experience includes meeting times for debriefing, questions, additional supports and resources related to their observations and experiences in public school classrooms.
Requisites: TE 403 (Required, Previous)
Credits:2-3 cr
Notes: Students must provide their own transporation.
2-3 cr |
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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.
Requisites: All Elementary Education Professional Studies courses. (Required, Previous). | TE 420 (Required, Concurrent).
Credits:2 cr
Notes: Pass/Fail.
2 cr |
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TE 411R - Teaching Elementary Reading Part 1
This course is designed to facilitate the 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 and writing with attention to differentiated instruction, content area literacy, and assessment. This class is based on both theoretical and practical applications. Residency in a K-8 classroom is required. For applications of course assignments, a minimum of 15 hours of content specific fieldwork in grades K-5 (or self-contained grade 6) for reading/writing is required.
Requisites: Admission to the Elementary Accelerated Certification with Residency program; residency placement in a K-8 classroom with fieldwork in grades K-5 (or self-contained grade 6).
Credits:4 cr
Notes: This course is the first part of a two-course sequence. This course requires a concurrent residency in a K-8 classroom, and applications of course assignments will be completed during fieldwork hours in grades K-5 (or self-contained grade 6).
4 cr |
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TE 412R - Teaching Elementary Reading Part 2
This course is designed for teacher candidates to explore strategies and assessments targeting developmental reading and writing in K-5 (or self-contained grade 6) classrooms. This course affords teacher candidates opportunities to use instructional strategies and interventions explored in TE 411R. There are both theoretical and practical components to this course. Residency in a K-8 classroom is required. For applications of course assignments, a minimum of 30 hours of content specific fieldwork for reading/writing in grades K-5 (or self-contained classroom for grade 6) is required.
Requisites: Recommendation of the Elementary Education Faculty; TE 411R; TE 417R; TE 497R; residency placement in a K-8 classroom with fieldwork in grades K-5 (or grade 6 self-contained) classrooms.
Credits:2 cr
Notes: This course requires a residency placement in a K-8 classroom. This course requires a concurrent residency in a K-8 classroom, and applications of course assignments will be completed during fieldwork hours in grades K-5 (or self-contained grade 6).
2 cr |
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TE 413R - Teaching Elementary Mathematics
This course is designed to facilitate the teacher candidate’s ability to demonstrate and apply the knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary to help all K-8 students learn mathematics. Applications of theory to practice in teaching elementary school mathematics will be addressed with emphasis on critical thinking and problem solving. Digital technologies as an effective teaching tool for elementary mathematics instruction and assessment is explored. Residency in a K-8 classroom is required. For applications of course assignments, a minimum of 20 hours of content specific fieldwork in mathematics is required.
Requisites: Admission to the Elementary Accelerated Certification with Residency program; TE 411R, TE 417R, TE 497R; concurrent residency in a K-6 classroom.
Credits:3 cr
Notes: This course requires a concurrent residency in a K-8 classroom, with fieldwork required in K-8 mathematics.
3 cr |
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TE 414R - Teaching Elementary Science
This course is designed to facilitate the teacher candidate’s ability to demonstrate and apply the knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary to help all K-8 students learn science with emphasis on inquiry development. Residency in a K-8 classroom is required. For applications of course assignments, a minimum of 20 hours of content specific fieldwork in science is required.
Requisites: Recommendation of the Elementary Education Faculty; TE 417R; TE 497R; concurrent residency in a K-8 classroom with fieldwork in science.
Credits:3 cr
Notes: This course requires a concurrent residency in a K-8 classroom with fieldwork required in science.
3 cr |
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TE 415R - Teaching Elementary Social Studies
This course is designed to facilitate the teacher candidate’s ability to demonstrate and apply the knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary to help all K-8 students learn social studies through an issues approach with emphasis on preparing a responsible citizenry. Residency in a K-8 classroom is required. For applications of course assignments, a minimum of 20 hours of content specific fieldwork in social studies is required.
Requisites: Admission to the Elementary ACR Program; concurrent residency in a K-8 classroom with fieldwork in Social Studies.
Credits:3 cr
Notes: This course requires a concurrent residency in a K-8 classroom with field work in Social Studies.
3 cr |
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TE 416R - Diverse Learning Environments
This course provides the knowledge and skills to effectively teach and manage the K-8 classroom. Classroom management strategies appropriate to diverse classroom settings and addressing students’ diverse learning needs in the general education classroom will be explored as part of establishing a productive learning environment for all students. Concurrent residency in a K-8 classroom is required.
Requisites: Admission to the Elementary ACR program; concurrent residency in a K-8 classroom.
Credits:3 cr
Notes: This course requires a concurrent residency in a K-8 classroom.
3 cr |
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TE 417R - Seminar 2 for Elementary ACR
The seminar is directly related to classroom experiences during the first semester of residency in a K-8 classroom and is designed to further practical understanding and knowledge about content, learners, and context through refining strategies of effective classroom management and curriculum design, while supporting the continuous development of one’s own teaching style through deliberate reflection about teaching and learning in the context of the school. The residency (TE 497R) and this 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.
Requisites: Admission to the Elementary ACR program
Corequisite: TE 497
Credits:1 cr
Notes: This course requires a concurrent residency in a K-8 classroom.
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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 learning.
Requisites: All professional studies courses in the elementary education program and approval of the director or student teaching. (Required, Previous). | TE 410 (Required, Concurrent).
Credits:3-12 cr
Notes: Pass/Fail.
3-12 cr |
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TE 423 - Field Project Bilingual Educ 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.
Requisites: SPAN 471 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3-6 cr
Notes: Pass/Fail.
3-6 cr |
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TE 430 - Introduction to Special Education
This course is a foundation course for all special education endorsement programs and it focuses on understanding different disabilities, as well as individuals identified as gifted. Family involvement, theoretical approaches to special education, special education law, procedures for assessment and identification of disabilities, and the Individualized Educational Program (IEP) process are also addressed. The course examines the various systems for delivering educational services that may include inclusion and continuum of services to meet the unique needs of each youth.
Credits:3 cr
Notes: Fieldwork required.
3 cr |
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TE 431 - Intro to Emotional/Behavioral Impairment
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. Fieldwork required.
Requisites: TE 430 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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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. Fieldwork required.
Requisites: TE 430 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
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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. Fieldwork required.
Requisites: TE 430 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
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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. Provides a discussion forum for experiences during the student teaching experience.
Requisites: Completion of all other professional studies courses, and instructor permission (Required, Previous). | TE 460 (Required, Concurrent).
Credits:2 cr
Notes: This seminar is for an initial special education endorsement.
2 cr |
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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
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TE 450 - Contemporary Issues in PE
An investigation and discussion of selective major issues of interest to contemporary physical education. New trends and controversial issues will be explored.
Requisites: Senior standing. (Required, Previous).
Credits:2 cr
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TE 460 - Student Teaching - Special Education
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. Specifically, Student Teaching and the Practicum involve full-time teaching and involvement in a classroom gaining experience with the curricular and extra-curricular programs of the school. The Seminar is directly related to the candidates’ classroom experiences and is designed to further practical understanding and knowledge about content, learners, and context; to help refine strategies for effective classroom management and curriculum design; and to support the continuous development of the candidates’ own teaching style through deliberate reflection about teaching and learning in the context of the school.
Requisites: Completion of all other professional studies courses, and instructor permission. (Required, Previous). | TE 445 (Required, Concurrent).
Credits:6 cr
Notes: This course is for an initial special education endorsement.
6 cr |
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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.
XLIST: THEA 465
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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TE 489 - Internship in 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.
Credits:4 cr
4 cr |
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TE 490 - Special Topics in Education
Check current schedule for specific course titles.
Credits:1-6 cr
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TE 491 - Elementary Education Seminar 1
Elementary Education Seminar 1 provides teacher candidates in the first semester of their professional studies coursework an opportunity to build understanding of how the content in their professional studies courses interrelates. Course materials and activities are presented through a series of content threads that are frequently studied throughout all professional sequence courses.
Requisites: Admission to the elementary education program. (Required, Previous).
Credits:2 cr
2 cr |
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TE 492 - Elementary Education Seminar 2
Elementary Education Seminar 2 provides teacher candidates in the second semester of their professional studies coursework an opportunity to build understanding of how the content in their professional studies courses interrelates. Course materials and activities are presented through a series of content threads that are frequently studied throughout all professional sequence courses.
Requisites: All first semester elementary education major professional studies courses. (Required, Previous).
Credits:1 cr
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TE 493 - Elementary Education Seminar 3
Elementary Education Seminar 3 provides teacher candidates in the third semester of their professional studies coursework an opportunity to build understanding of how the content in their professional studies courses interrelates. Course materials and activities are presented through a series of content threads that are frequently studied throughout all professional sequence courses.
Requisites: Completion of all first and second semester professional studies courses in the elementary education major. (Required, Previous).
Credits:1 cr
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TE 494R - Seminar 1 for Elementary ACR
This seminar provides an overview of foundational knowledge and skills to begin the residency program in Elementary Education. This includes setting up the learning environment in the classroom, strategies for establishing classroom routines and expectations for students, and accessing resources. Concurrent residency in a K-8 classroom is required.
Requisites: Admission to the Elementary ACR program.
Credits:1 cr
Notes: This course will be scheduled up to 14 days prior to the beginning of fall semester, or at the very beginning of the fall semester, to prepare teacher candidates for beginning the school year.
1 cr |
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TE 496 - Field Studies in Education
Requisites: Instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:1-4 cr
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TE 503 - Inclusive Instruction for ASD
Principles for teaching in inclusive classrooms that support active engagement in the general education curriculum. Instructional practices for providing differentiated instruction, supporting differentiated output, organizational supports, and making adaptations and accommodations in the content areas.
Requisites: TE 430. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
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TE 516 - Classroom Management Techniques for Effective Instruction
This course focuses on the varied components of effective classroom management including understanding the basic psychological needs of P-12+ students and relationships (e.g., teacher-student, peer-peers, teacher-parent). Engaging instructional techniques and their proactive implementation in creating a safe and secure learning environment are emphasized. Group arrangements, grouping for instruction and special whole and small group discussion techniques are examined. In addition, application of management theories will be discussed as applicable to all curriculum content areas. Group discussion forums involve suggestions for dealing with disruptive behavior and the development of individual behavior plans. Special education language is presented throughout the course, specifically dealing with the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) requirements, examination of School-Wide Positive Behavior Intervention & Supports, Response to Intervention, and Functional Behavior Assessments.
Note: No fieldwork required.
Requisites: Admission to the teacher education program or graduate status. (Required, Previous or concurrent).
Credits:3 cr
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TE 532 - Assessment & Planning in Special Educ
This foundation course is designed to assist candidates in all special education endorsement programs by further developing the knowledge and skills necessary to: participate in educational-related evaluations; select and use appropriate assessments; accurately interpret assessment results; and develop instructional plans that address individual student needs. Candidates will have hands-on experiences with multiple methods of formal and informal assessments and data sources to inform educational decisions. Learner development and differences, general and specialized curricula, test bias and limitations, and collaboration will be explored.
Requisites: TE 430 and TE 432, or TE 430 and TE 433, or TE 430 and TE 434. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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TE 533 - Content Instruction for Students with LD
Instructional practices to improve skill acquisition and academic performance for learners with mild learning problems and disabilities. Instruction in the content-area subjects of science, social studies, and mathematics. Design and differentiate instruction based on individual needs and preferences of learners. Universal Design for Learning, collaborative planning for instruction, secondary and transition services, and creation of inclusive classrooms promoting optimal participation and success for all learners.
Requisites: TE 430, TE 516, TE 532, and TE 432 or TE 433 or TE 434 (Required, Previous)
Credits:2 cr
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TE 534 - Understanding Research in Special Ed
Concepts and skills involved in understanding and analyzing research in special education and related areas are introduced. An overview of basic, general knowledge of various research methodologies. Focus on becoming a consumer of research by enhancing the ability to locate, read, comprehend, and critically analyze research articles and reports. Quantitative and qualitative methods and designs, historical and descriptive research, and program evaluation will be covered.
Requisites: TE 430, TE 516, TE 532, and TE 432 or TE 433 or TE 434 (Required, Previous)
Credits:2 cr
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TE 535 - Collaboration and Consultation in Education
This course stresses the knowledge and skills necessary for special education educators to: become effective advocates for students who have disabilities; consult with parents, family members and professionals; and become an effective team member in planning and implementing effective educational programming. Building upon knowledge and skills acquired in previous special education preparation courses, further development of the candidates’ communicative, consultative, interactive and problem-solving skills are emphasized. Self-reflection and continued professional development strategies are also addressed.
Note: No fieldwork required.
Requisites: TE 430 , TE 432 , TE 516 , TE 532 , TE 541 and TE 433 or TE 434 .
Credits:3 cr
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TE 536 - Adv Theory & Meth: 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.
Requisites: TE 430, TE 516, TE 532, TE 541 and TE 431 or TE 432. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Notes: Field work required
3 cr |
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TE 537 - Advanced Theory & Practice: Learning Disabilities
Teachers will explore instructional strategies, compensatory methods and accommodations appropriate for learning disabled students in different program options. Appropriate curriculum and materials will be presented.
Requisites: TE 430, TE 432, TE 516, TE 532, TE 541 (Required, Previous)
Credits:3 cr
Notes: Fieldwork required.
3 cr |
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TE 541 - Teaching Students with Mild to Moderate Disabilities: K-12+
With the intent of including youth with disabilities into the general education classroom, curriculum, and community, this course emphasizes the use of assessment results and evidence-based instruction at the elementary through secondary+ levels. In addition, the following areas are addressed: functional academics, life skills; language/communication; and self-determination/social competence. The use of general education and specialized curricula, as well as assistive technology is emphasized.
Note: Fieldwork required.
Requisites: TE 430, TE 516, and TE 432 or TE 433 or TE 434. (Required, Previous). | TE 532 (Required, Previous or concurrent).
Credits:3 cr
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TE 545 - Language Acquistion/Dysfunction
A survey course designed to provide an understanding of the nature of language and communication, normal language development, the common disorders of language and how these disorders impact social, emotional and academic development.
Requisites: Admission to the Teacher Education Program. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
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TE 547 - Exceptional Child in General Ed 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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TE 559 - Assessment & Program Planning
Focus will be on assessment and program planning for students in a physical education setting. Students will be exposed to principles for adapting both curriculum and equipment in the physical education environment to meet the diverse needs of learners in inclusive and exclusive learning environments. This course will require practical experiences with students in a physical activity setting including assessment and application of the latest assessment instruments for students with and without identified disabilities.
Requisites: Admission to the Teacher Education Program. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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TE 568 - Educ Youth W/Multiple Disabil
Areas addressed include: information on teaming and establishing an inclusive curriculum; integrating health care; and exploring technology available for adapting computers and other devices to educate youth who are multiply impaired. Students will also learn strategies to assess, plan for, teach, and evaluate language and communication, including alternative forms of communication.
Requisites: TE 430, TE 433, TE 516, TE 532, TE 541. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
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TE 569 - Teaching Students with Severe to Profound and Multiple Disabilities: K-12+
This course focuses on educating youth who have moderate to profound cognitive impairments and multiple disabilities. Candidates will further develop the knowledge and skills necessary to assess, plan for, and teach youth’s: language/communication (including alternative forms of communication) and social competence; academic skills (including functional academics); vocational training; life skills; community participation; and recreation/leisure. Health-care and community agency service coordination are emphasized.
Note: Fieldwork required.
Requisites: TE 430, TE 433, TE 516, TE 532, TE 541. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
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TE 613 - Differentiated Elementary Literacy Instruction
This course introduces students to a wide array of literacy assessment tools and remedial reading strategies. Students select diagnostic and differentiated teaching strategies appropriate to their teaching situation, and put these into practice with individuals/small groups.
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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TE 627 - Inclusive Classroom and Behavior Management
Foundational knowledge in classroom management, behavioral intervention for mild/moderate behavioral challenges, and knowledge of behavioral technologies to support classroom teaching with diverse students, including those with special needs. Utilizing behavioral assessments to identify and successfully intervene with problematic behavior. Working within ethical, legal, and community standards of positive behavior support promoting the care, welfare, and safety of all members of the inclusive classroom setting.
Requisites: TE 430, TE 516 and TE 431 or TE 432 or TE 433 or TE 434. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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TE 628 - Language and Communication for ASD
Milestones in typical language acquisition and variations from norms demonstrated by learners with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and developmental disabilities (DD). Theoretical approaches to language training, formal and informal language assessment techniques, and instructional methods. Students design individualized instructional plans for incorporating language into the daily curriculum for learners with ASD and DD.
Requisites: TE 430, TE 434. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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TE 629 - Advanced Theory & Practice: ASD
This course addresses advanced methods of identification, instruction, and programming for students with ASD; inclusion of students with ASD in the general education classroom and the process for identification of appropriate general education and/or adapted curriculum.
Requisites: TE 430, TE 434, TE 516, TE 532, TE 541. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
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Teacher Education – Middle/Secondary |
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TEMS 301 - Community Culture & Change
Students are introduced to the historical, social, cultural, philosophical and political contexts of communities and schools where middle and secondary teachers are situated. A community-based field component is required.
Requisites: Acceptance to the Teacher Education Program. (Required, Previous). | TEMS 302 (Required, Concurrent).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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TEMS 302 - Gen Meth Tch in Sec & Midl Sch
Provides secondary education students with the basic planning, organizational and instructional skills needed to function effectively in secondary and middle schools. Course material includes lesson and unit planning, classroom management, evaluation, teaching strategies which address a variety of learning styles, and the exceptional and culturally different adolescent. Fieldwork required.
Requisites: Acceptance to the Teacher Education Program. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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TEMS 303 - Technology for Mid/Sec Student Achievemt
This course introduces pre-service teachers to technology designed to enhance student learning at the middle and secondary level. this course incorporates the MDE technology plan related to increasing and improving learning options and outcomes and focuses on the effective application of educational technology for informing instruction.
Requisites: Acceptance to Teacher Education Program (Required, Previous). | TEMS 302 (Recommended, Concurrent).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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TEMS 305 - Middle Level Classroom Management/Assess
Designed to provide middle level teacher education students with knowledge and application of accepted theories of effective classroom management and assessment in middle level settings. Effective classroom management and assessment within the context of the middle school concept will be explored. Fieldwork in a middle level school is required.
Requisites: TEMS 304. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
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TEMS 308 - Curriculum and Instruction M/S Schools
Provides prospective secondary and middle school teachers with advanced skills, knowledge, and dispositions for differentiated instruction in their subject specialization. Special attention is given to unit-level planning and assessment. Preservice teachers in this course will complete a field experience with a content specialist in either their teaching major or minor.
Requisites: TEMS 302 and admission to the Secondary Teacher Education Program (Required, Previous). | TEMS 312 (Required, Concurrent).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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TEMS 310 - Introduction to Classroom Assessment
Introduction to testing, measurement, assessment, and evaluation related to instructional issues in middle and secondary schools; construction of teacher-made tests and assessments; survey of standardized tests including state and nationally-mandated assessments.
Requisites: Admission to the Secondary Teacher Education Program. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
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TEMS 311 - Teaching Science in Mid/Sec Schools
This course provides prospective science teachers at the middle and secondary level the pedagogical knowledge needed to teach science.
Requisites: TEMS 302, TEMS 305 and admission to the Secondary Teacher Education Program. (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
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TEMS 312 - Teaching Reaading in the Content Area Sec-Midl
Develops an understanding of disciplanary literacy as it applies to effective instruction in secondary and middle school subject matter classes. Teaches strategies in vocabulary development, comprehension and literacy assessment. The challenge of differentiating students with special needs and of those from diverse cultural backgrounds also are addressed. Students complete a field experience with a content specialist in either their teaching major or minor.
Requisites: TEMS 302 , TEMS 303 (Required, Previous). TEMS 308 (Recommended, Concurrent).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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TEMS 314 - Methods of Teaching Social Studies
Required course for teacher candidates. seeking initial certification who are preparing to teach diverse populations of middle & high school social studies students in the subject areas of history, geography, economics, and government/civics. Curriculum planning, teaching strategies and exemplary social studies teaching are addressed in depth.
Requisites: TEMS 302 (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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TEMS 319 - Young Adult Literature
Reading and critical analysis of young adult literature. Attention to selecting and teaching novels, short stories, poetry and drama to adolescents.
Requisites: All reading and writing Basic Skills requirements. (Required, Previous).
XLIST: ENGL 254
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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TEMS 412 - Seminar in Secondary Teaching
Discussion of significant aspects of secondary education as they become relevant to student teachers.
Requisites: TEMS 422 (Required, Previous or concurrent).
Credits:2 cr
Notes: Pass/Fail.
2 cr |
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TEMS 422 - Secondary Student Teaching
See Student Teaching Requirements .
Requisites: All requirements for secondary education and approval of the director of clinical experiences. (Required, Previous). | TEMS 412 (Required, Concurrent).
Credits:3-12 cr
3-12 cr |
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TEMS 614 - Differentiated Mdl/Sec Literacy Instr
This course will focus on the diagnosis and remediation of reading disabilities and differentiated instruction. The course will include the following elements: interest inventories, English language learning screening, visual and auditory discrimination tools, language expression and processing screening, phonemics, phonics, vocabulary, fluency, comprehension, spelling and writing assessment tools, and instructional strategies. Additionally, students will participate in a field experience.
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
Theatre |
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THEA 126 - Mask & Movement
This performance driven course is designed to explore self-awareness through active physical choices. Classroom activities will release tension, rid self-conscious mannerisms, stimulate the imagination, and emphasize physicality through the use of neutral and character masks.
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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THEA 128A - Introduction to Theatre (GE2)
A survey of the basic elements of theatre in which students explore the processes of play production from script analysis through performance. Introduction to important artists and plays and development of theatre appreciation.
Credits:3 cr
General Education: Category 2
Notes: Recommended for students wishing to fulfill the arts requirement for General Education .
3 cr |
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THEA 128B! - Theatre in Performance (GE2)
An introduction to theatre as an art form utilizing live performance. Students explore the nature of theatre, develop skills in dramatic criticism, and develop understanding of the role of theatre as a culturally enriching experience. Students are required to attend performances. Recommended for students wishing to fulfill the arts communication intensive requirement of the General Education program.
Requisites: ENGL 111 (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
General Education: , CI
Notes: Students must provide own transportation to performance sites. Performance days may vary.
3 cr |
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THEA 136 - Introduction to Acting
A first course in acting which explores the actor’s psychological strategies for playing character and style in ensemble. Introduction to physical and vocal techniques. Exercises to stimulate imagination and creativity. This course is geared to the Theatre Major and those students who have acting/theatre experience.
Credits:3 cr
Notes: * This course is preferred in the Oral Performance Core, as it fulfills the prerequisite for THEA 255.
3 cr |
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THEA 137! - Acting and Analysis (GE2)
A beginning course that develops basic acting skills through physical and vocal training. Acting techniques are acquired through engagement in and analysis of exercises and performances. Students examine their own and others’ stage work. This course is geared to the non-Theatre Major with little to no acting experience.
Requisites: ENGL 111. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
General Education: Category 2 , CI
3 cr |
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THEA 160 - Basic Scenography
An introductory course exploring the elements of stagecraft, costuming, properties, lights and sound and how they interact in the production process.
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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THEA 215 - Musical Theatre Dance I
This course is designed to teach beginning Musical Theatre styles of dance, focusing mainly on tap and jazz. Emphasis is placed on developing technique and auditioning skills. Some basic previous experience will be helpful.
XLIST: MUS 215
Credits:3 cr
Notes: Tap shoes and jazz shoes will be required for this course.
3 cr |
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THEA 216 - Musical Theatre Dance II
A continuation of Musical Theatre Dance I - This course is designed to teach intermediate Musical Theatre styles of dance, focusing mainly on tap and jazz. Emphasis is placed on continuing to develop technique and auditioning skills.
Requisites: THEA 215 or MUS 215 (Required, Previous).
XLIST: MUS 216
Credits:3 cr
Notes: Tap shoes and jazz shoes will be required for this course.
3 cr |
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THEA 220 - Introduction to Performance Studies
A beginning course in the analysis and performance of aesthetic texts, grounded in, but not limited to, traditional literary forms (prose, poetry, drama). Performance texts may derive from a variety of aesthetic communication acts. Primarily individual performance; may involve some study of group performance.
XLIST: COMM 220
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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THEA 230 - Voice and Articulation
An applied approach to developing the student’s vocal capabilities through analysis and classroom exercises. Voices will be refined for conversational as well as theatrical purposes. Dialect and local color will also be analyzed and applied to a variety of vocal types.” Emphasis will be placed upon improving individual voices in a classroom practicum.
XLIST: COMM 230
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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THEA 255 - Introduction to Directing
Problem-solving and decision making for the director in interpretation, composition, style and performance. Introduces students to production organization, artistic coordination, as well as functions and responsibilities of the director.
Requisites: THEA 136 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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THEA 260 - Introduction Stagecraft & Theatre Design
A beginning course in technical theatre production with a component in design for the theatre. Focus on basic equipment and materials as well as technical theatre conventions. Laboratory work on University Theatre productions will serve as practical application of theory taught in the course.
Credits:3 cr
Notes: Lab fee
3 cr |
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THEA 270 - Acting for the Camera I
This course is designed to give students the opportunity to experience and explore the differences between on-camera work and stage work. This performance driven course will explore the various styles and genres of on camera acting technique.
Requisites: THEA 136. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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THEA 290 - Selected Topics in Theatre
A first or intermediate level seminar or laboratory.
Credits:1-4 cr
1-4 cr |
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THEA 299 - Applied Theatre
A student who participates under the supervision of a faculty member in an extracurricular theatre activity may receive one hour of credit in a single activity during one semester. Admission to the activity does not constitute permission or insure credit.
Requisites: Instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:1 cr
Notes: May be repeated for up to 8 credit hours. Credits used to satisfy the THEA 299 requirement in the theatre major must be earned on campus.
1 cr |
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THEA 301 - Arts for Elementary Teachers: Theatre
This course explores strategies for integrating theatre activities into elementary classrooms. It offers practical experiences in the creation and teaching of theatre and dance activities and provides students with an educationally oriented philosophy for utilization of theatrical activities in instructional settings.
Requisites: Admitted elementary education majors only. (Required, Previous).
Credits:1 cr
1 cr |
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THEA 335 - History of Musical Theatre
A historical overview of musical theatre, primarily American. The course will focus on book themes, musical styles, innovations, and artistic elements, while exploring the artists, producers, and audiences that reflect(ed) the changing American social viewpoints.
Requisites: MUS 111, MUS 111A, THEA 136 (Required, Previous).
XLIST: MUS 335
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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THEA 336 - Intermediate Acting
A continuation of the first course in acting which will stress the development and application of performance techniques in more difficult problems of characterization, ensemble and style. Vocal and physical training are continued.
Requisites: THEA 136, THEA 137! or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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THEA 340 - Musical Theatre I
An introduction to musical theatre as a live art form. Students explore aspects of musical theatre production in order to develop a base for understanding and evaluating live musical theatre. The course will focus primarily on solo/duet and small ensemble work.
Requisites: THEA 136 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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THEA 350 - Improvisation
This performance driven course is designed to explore self-awareness though active physical and mental choices. Classroom activities will release tension, stimulate the imagination, boost self esteem, and emphasize bold choice making.
Requisites: THEA 136 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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THEA 355 - Intermediate Directing
A continuation of the first course in directing, which will stress problem-solving and decision making at more difficult or specialized levels. These include period staging, special styles or conventions, and performance problems.
Requisites: THEA 255 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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THEA 360 - Scene Design
Explores the art of scenography, covering the design of stage settings and properties in relation to the unified stage production. Mechanical drawing and computer generated designs will be major components. Practical application on University Theatre productions is included.
Requisites: THEA 260 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Notes: Lab fee
3 cr |
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THEA 365 - Shakespeare in Performance
This course is designed for the advanced student wanting to explore the performative aspects of William Shakespeare’s dramatic literature. In depth study and analysis of five plays will lead to presentation of selected scenes from each of the plays studied. Bringing the oral aspects of performance to the dramatic literature is the focus of the course.
Requisites: THEA 136 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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THEA 370 - Costume and Makeup Design
Theory and practice in costume design and construction and in straight and character makeup in relation to the unified stage production. An overview of the history of dress and stage costume. Laboratory work in University Theatre is included.
Requisites: THEA 260 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Notes: Lab fee.
3 cr |
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THEA 375 - Theatre History I
A survey of theatre history from ancient Greece through mid- nineteenth century (approximately 1850, coincident with the appearance of Realism in drama). Study of major periods, plays and artists. Focused study in selected topics.
Requisites: THEA 128A or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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THEA 380 - Theatre History II
A survey of theatre history from 1660 and the English Restoration Theatre through the contemporary era. Study of major periods, plays and artists. Focused study in selected topics.
Requisites: THEA 128A or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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THEA 385 - Principles & Practices Arts Management
Emphasis on current theory and practice in arts administration and organization; exploration of business management and related career opportunities in the arts; current practices in front-of- house operation, promotion, and funding options. An advanced level introductory course.
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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THEA 420 - Acting for the Camera II
A course designed for students of acting and technical production who may be considering pursuing a career in television or film production. Exercises and assignments will pertain to film and television acting techniques. Students will learn camera, sound, and lighting techniques, and directing. The class will be treated as a small production company, focusing on completing a film/television project.
Requisites: THEA 136 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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THEA 440 - Musical Theatre II
A continuation to musical theatre I. Students will explore advanced aspects of musical theatre production in order to develop a base for understanding and evaluating live musical theatre. The course will focus primarily on large ensemble work and choreography.
Requisites: THEA 136, THEA 340 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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THEA 450 - Solo Performance
An advanced course in acting focusing on the history of solo performance and the creation and performance of solo works by the student in three types of solo genres: Biographical, Multi-character, and the Autobiographical Monologue.
Requisites: THEA 136 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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THEA 460 - Light and Sound Design
This course focuses on the designing of lighting and sound for live theatre and the practical application of those designs to the stage. The course includes laboratory work on University Theatre productions.
Requisites: THEA 260 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Notes: Lab fee
3 cr |
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THEA 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.
XLIST: TE 465
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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THEA 470 - Theatre for Children
History and theories of theatre staged by adults for child audiences. Provides practical experience in selecting and staging plays for children. Examines performance and content standards, educational and theatrical considerations, the nature of the audience and aesthetic values.
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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THEA 490 - Selected Topics in Theatre
An advanced or highly specialized seminar or laboratory.
Requisites: THEA 136, Junior standing (Required, Previous).
Credits:1-4 cr
1-4 cr |
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THEA 495 - Independent Study in Theatre
Before enrolling, the student must submit a plan of study for approval.
Requisites: Instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:1-4 cr
1-4 cr |
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