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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.
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.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisites: TE 342 or TE 430.
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.
2 cr
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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.
(6-10) cr
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TE 501 - The Teaching Relationship
Thoughts and techniques from existential, humanistic and reality theories will be discussed and practiced. Special attention will be given to the use of these theories to upgrade the teacher- student interaction.
3 cr
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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.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: TE-342 or TE-430.
3 cr
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TE 505 - Educational Learning Theory
An overview of the major theories and principles of human learning. Implications of these theories and principles to curriculum planning, teaching and learning strategies and the design of the learning environment are emphasized.
3 cr
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TE 508 - Special Methods in Content Areas
An advanced course in the methodology of various academic disciplines. The specific content area will be indicated in the course title as included in the class schedule and will change from semester to semester. The course will concentrate on the relationship between the ways in which knowledge is generated and organized in a subject and the appropriate methodology for teaching the subject.
3 cr
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TE 509 - Special Topics in Teacher Education
Check current Course Schedule for specific course titles.
(1-6) cr
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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.
3 cr
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TE 511 - Advanced Study in Children’s Literature
For experienced teachers. Discussion and evaluation of current research related to children’s literature and juvenile books. An in-depth study in one area is required.
3 cr
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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.
3 cr
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TE 518 - Teaching Language Arts in Elementary School
An overview of language acquisition including writing, speaking, listening, viewing, visually representing, spelling and handwriting. The influence that human growth and development have on these communication skills is also explored.
3 cr
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TE 519 - Meeting Individual Needs in Literary Instruction
This course is primarily designed to focus on the methods of individualizing instruction to meet the diverse needs of readers and writers with in the social context of the classroom. Students will have opportunities to reflect upon the current research and theories regarding effective literacy instruction. Utilizing this knowledge, they then will make decisions which will make decisions which will allow them to develop plans, materials, and activities that will best fit the interactive needs of their students and themselves.
3 cr
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TE 524 - Teaching Writing
A study of teaching writing in the K-12 classroom setting. Students explore developmental trends in writing; techniques for assessment; organizational frameworks for instruction; critical features of varied genres; and processes and strategies involved in composing, revising, and editing using varied modalities and technologies.
3 cr
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TE 525 - Leadership In Literacy
This course focuses on literacy leadership and its applications for teachers and reading specialists. Students examine theories and research related to school improvement; coaching pedagogy; tools and resources for promoting effective literacy instruction at the school, district, and state levels; and techniques for assessing, monitoring, and supporting school/program/district progress in literacy.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: TE 510.
3 cr
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TE 527 - Storytelling in the Reading Program
Focus is on how to tell stories, how to select stories for telling, how to evaluate stories and how to evaluate a story- teller’s performance. Students will practice their storytelling in field experiences. Also focused on how storytelling can be used to teach and promote reading.
3 cr
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TE 528 - Historical Fiction/Biography/Non-Fiction
This course focuses on the tenets of Social Studies Education in relation to the exploration of historical fiction/biography/non-fiction. Specific study of literature units and literacy responses as they relate to classroom practices in the field of Social Studies will be the major emphasis. Current research and literature will be examined.
3 cr
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TE 529 - New Directions in Mathematics
Teachers examine the relationships between appropriate methods for teaching mathematics and the ways in which mathematical knowledge is generated and organized. An emphasis will be placed on current research in mathematics education with attention to national and state standards related to curriculum, pedagogy and assessment.
3 cr
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TE 530 - New Directions in Science
Focuses on the current international, national and state research in science education. Teachers will study the curriculum activities across the nation and develop a conceptual change and integrated unit using misconceptions, conceptual maps, and central questions.
3 cr
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TE 531 - Elementary Math Curricula
Teachers will examine the influence of a number of factors. These factors will include the nature of mathematical tasks, the teacher’s role, the social culture of the classroom, mathematical tools for learning, equity and accessibility in mathematics curriculum activities and materials in light of current international and national research in mathematics education.
3 cr
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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. Field work required.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: TE 516, TE 532, TE 541, and TE 342 or TE 430, TE 431 or TE 432 or TE 433.
3 cr
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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 work required.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: TE 342 or TE 430, TE 431, TE 432, TE 516, TE 532 and TE 541.
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. Field work required.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: TE 342 or 430, TE 432, TE 516, TE 532, and TE 541.
3 cr
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TE 540 - Teaching Community & State History
An introduction to learning strategies appropriate to teaching Michigan and Saginaw Valley history at the elementary and secondary levels. Includes: family history and genealogy, oral history, photo-history, the use of artifacts, the newspaper as a resource, demography and geography, museums and field trips and appropriate literature, music and art.
3 cr
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TE 542 - Methods of Teaching Elementary Social Studies
Advanced methods study for graduate students. Traditional organization of social studies curriculum and methods are examined and compared with current local, national and state standards. Traditional and technological classroom resources are gathered. Classroom projects with a social studies focus are developed and presented.
3 cr
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TE 545 - Language Acquisition/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 on social, emotional and academic development. Field work required.
3 cr
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TE 546 - Educating The Diverse Learner
This course will focus on 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. Diversity in academic condition and disability will be addressed. Teachers will develop strategies for meeting the diverse needs of all learners. Integration of culturally responsive teaching strategies into the general curriculum will be presented.
3 cr
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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.
3 cr
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TE 548 - Exceptional Adolescent
Education of the secondary school student who is atypical in terms of intellectual, behavioral, academic, physical or sensory ability. This course will review student characteristics, classroom teachers’ responsibilities and methods of adapting/modifying instruction, management and evaluation for the adolescent with special needs.
3 cr
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TE 550 - Language and Culture in Literacy Education
The language that we speak and our cultural backgrounds are closely related to our identity. In this course the connections between language, culture, and identity, political power structure, and cultural conflict are all explored as they relate to literacy education. Instruction that expands the language proficiency of all students, while preserving cultural connections, is examined.
3 cr
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TE 551 - Teaching Number Sense K-6
Teachers examine children’s thinking about the structure of our number system and making meaning for operations with analysis of the mathematical ideas and pedagogical methods that emphasize teaching for mathematical proficiency. This course involves participating in a collaborative learning community of inquiry, evaluating curricula, examining research, and connecting to standards.
3 cr
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TE 552 - Teaching Geometry & Measurement K-8
Teachers examine children’s thinking about the structure of our number system and making meaning for operations with analysis of the mathematical ideas and pedagogical methods that emphasize teaching for mathematical proficiency. This course involves participating in a collaborative learning community of inquiry, evaluating curricula, examining research, and connecting to standards.
3 cr
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TE 553 - Teaching Data Analysis and Probability K-8
Teachers examine elementary and middle school children’s thinking about data analysis and probability with analysis of the mathematical ideas and pedagogical methods that emphasize teaching for mathematical proficiency. This course involves participating in a collaborative learning community of inquiry, critically evaluating curricula, examining research, and connecting to standards.
3 cr
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TE 554 - Teaching Algebraic Reasoning K-8
Teachers examine the development of elementary and middle school children’s algebraic reasoning with analysis of the mathematical ideas and pedagogical methods that emphasize teaching for mathematical proficiency. This course involves participating in a collaborative learning community of inquiry, critically evaluating curricula, examining research, and connecting to standards.
3 cr
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TE 555 - Research In Literacy
This course focuses on literacy research and its application for teachers and reading specialists. Students examine general research methods; evaluate and synthesize major studies in the field of literacy; design and conduct literacy research; and examine the use of research to inform and evaluate teaching practices, professional development efforts, and curriculum.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisites: TE 505, TE 510, and TEMS 520.
3 cr
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TE 556 - Exploring Diversity in K-12 Literature
Society has many components that are shared and many that are distinct. These similarities and differences are explored in terms of presentation of diverse cultural images (including but not limited to race and ethnicity). This course focuses on evaluating how well authors sensitively, accurately, and respectfully depict diversity. Students prepare materials and position statements related to exploring diversity in literature.
3 cr
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TE 557 - Literature for At-Risk Readers K-12
At-Risk Readers include a range of individuals from those who cannot read to those who can read but chose not to. This course focuses on identifying different types of At-Risk Readers, selecting various literature specifically written for them, and creating materials and presentations that deal with reading response theory and reading role models as they apply to At-Risk Readers.
3 cr
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TE 558 - Adapted Aquatics Instructor
This course will focus on assessing student needs and on the principles of adapting both curriculum and equipment for individuals with disabilities in an aquatic environment. The course will require practical experience with students in an aquatic setting. Hands-on experience will be combined with lectures, demonstrations, and microteaching to help students put theory into practice.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: Admission to the College of Education.
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.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisites: Admission to the College of Education.
3 cr
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TE 561 - Directed Study in Education
Student must submit a plan of study for approval before enrolling
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
(1-5) cr
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TE 563 - Advanced Motor Development
Skills will be developed in observation and analysis of locomotor, non-locomotor and manipulative skill sequences. Relationships among growth, maturation, motor performance and the persons’ context will be discussed and explored in laboratory activities. This is a theoretical and application based class that has been structured to provide educators with the knowledge and skill to create appropriate movement programs for children.
3 cr
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TE 568 - Educating Youth with Multiple Disabilities
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. Field work required.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: TE 342 or TE 430, TE 433, TE 516, TE 532, TE 541.
3 cr
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TE 569 - Advanced Theories & Methods for Students with Cognitive Impairments
With the intent of including youth with cognitive impairments into the general education classroom and community, this course presents a process to identify appropriate general education and/or functional curriculum content. It also emphasizes research-based instructional methods in the areas of promoting social competency, vocational training/employment, personal care, community participation, and recreation/leisure. Community agency service coordination and transition planning are emphasized.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: TE 342 or TE 430, TE 433, TE 516, TE 532, TE 541.
3 cr
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TE 571 - Technology in Education
An overview of current technology systems in education. The design, development. utilization and curricular integration of technology will be explored.
3 cr
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TE 572 - Elementary School Curriculum
Social, economic and educational forces influencing changes in the curriculum of the elementary school. Attention is given to emerging patterns of elementary school curricula. A study of criteria for their evaluation and approaches for curricula change are considered.
3 cr
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TE 573 - Early Childhood Education Math Problem Solving & Child Literature
An in-depth study of constructing mathematical problem solving experiences for young children. Theoretical underpinnings will be applied to developmentally appropriate practices in a child-centered learning environment. An emphasis will be on developing problem solving strategies through children’s literature.
3 cr Notes: Current research and theories on sciences and children’s literature will be reviewed and evaluated.
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TE 574 - Incorporating Literature into the Early Childhood Curriculum
An in-depth study of constructing high quality science content and literacy acquisition experiences for young children. Theoretical underpinnings will be applied to developmentally appropriate practices in a child-centered learning environment. An emphasis will be on developing science knowledge through children’s literature. Current research and theories on sciences and children’s literature will be reviewed and evaluated.
3 cr
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TE 575 - Disability Sport
Designed to investigate sports organizations that serve individuals with disabilities. Topics to be explored include the role of the United States Olympic Committee, Committee on Sports for the Disabled, classification of athletes for competition, role of the National Governing Bodies in promoting sports, and ways people with disabilities can access sports & noncompetitive opportunities.
4 cr
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TE 577 - Methods of Teaching Inquiry
The heritage of learning is replete with accounts of inquisitive individuals observing, questioning, wondering, inquiring and opening new horizons for humans. How can teachers foster and nurture inquiry? This is the quest of this course. A variety of techniques applicable to most disciplines will be exhibited. Students plan and demonstrate successful inquiry lessons.
3 cr
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TE 580 - Teaching Problem Solving in Mathematics: K-12
This course examines research and explores methods of teaching mathematical for, about, and through problem solving. The focus is on issues, the teacher’s role, tasks, and tools for teaching through problem solving. Strategies for making connections among mathematical ideas, other subjects, the real world, and curricula standards will be addressed.
3 cr
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TE 582 - Language Development in the Early Years, Birth-8
An in-depth study of current research and practices regarding language and literacy acquisition for young children, birth to eight years will be explored. With the recent understanding of how the human brain develops, enhancing children’s language early on is deemed critical and a basis for future literacy development. An emphasis will be placed on the investigation of how young children interact and how teachers and parents can influence the way language develops. Current research and theories on language and literacy in the early years will be reviewed and evaluated.
3 cr
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TE 583 - Advanced Methods of Teaching Mathematics
This course examines recent research on how children develop mathematical ideas, and provides experiences with methods of teaching that support the development of mathematical ideas, and provides experiences with methods of teaching that support the development of mathematical proficiency in elementary school children.
3 cr
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TE 584 - Teaching Mathematics Through Literature K-8
This course explores the methods and theory for linking mathematics and literature for meaningful mathematics instruction. The focus is on developing strategies for making connections among mathematics and other subject areas that address curricula standards.
3 cr
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TE 586 - Integrating Children’s Literature in Early Childhood
This course examines the theoretical framework for using children’s literature in an integrated curricular setting and how theory is applied to practice in preprimary and primary programs. Opportunities for implementation of an integrated, literature- based curriculum in early childhood education will be developed.
3 cr
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TE 587 - Technology in Early Childhood
This course will focus on developmentally appropriate applications of technology in early childhood programs. Applications of technology to the development of children’s conceptual understanding and the use of computers to support children’s language and social interactions will be explained.
3 cr
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TE 588 - Teaching Strategies for Diverse Learners in Early Childhood
This course provides participants with the opportunity to explore current research, issues, theories, and teaching strategies that will help them to understand and support the diverse learners in their early childhood classrooms.
3 cr
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TE 590 - Early Childhood Education
An overview of major theories and current research on the cognitive, perceptual, physical, emotional and social development of children from birth through age eight. Program options available for young children will be explored.
3 cr
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TE 591 - Assessing the Young Child
An examination of current research, practices, evaluations and actual application of assessment techniques used in assessing the application of assessment techniques used in assessing the physical, social, emotional and cognitive development of children from birth to age eight.
3 cr
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TE 592 - Early Childhood Curriculum
This course explores developmentally appropriate practices in early childhood programs from birth to age nine. The curriculum incorporates current research on the interaction of children in groups and on the development of their individual interests and abilities.
3 cr
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TE 593 - Mathematical/Science Experiences for the Young Child (Pre K-3)
An in-depth study of developmentally appropriate mathematical and science experiences for young children. Child-centered learning environments and hands-on materials are emphasized. Current research and theories on logicomathematics are reviewed and evaluated.
3 cr
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TE 594 - Administration of Early Childhood Programs
This course will include organization, staff selection, equipment and budget factors in accordance with Michigan regulations.
3 cr
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TE 595 - Infants and Toddlers
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 three. The importance of relationships and attachment between infants and adults in families and child-care settings and the components of high quality, nurturing care for infants and toddlers will be identified and reflected upon. Course will be offered once every odd year.
3 cr
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TE 596 - Literacy Development for Young Children
Current research and theories in the literacy development of young children will be examined within the context of cultural and linguistic diversity among the family, culture and society. Developmentally appropriate practices in pedagogy and assessment will be applied in both home and educational environments.
3 cr
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TE 597 - The Young Child in the Home, School, and Community
This course addresses the complexities of home-school relationships, methods of communicating effectively with parents, ways of establishing positive relationships with diverse families and the development of positive and productive partnerships with parents of young children.
3 cr
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TE 598 - Practicum in Early Childhood Education
A supervised full-time practicum involving the successful planning, implementation, and evaluation of a group of children in an early childhood setting: infants, toddlers, preprimary (children ages 2 ½ to 4) or primary (children 5-8)
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: TE 590, TE 592.
3 cr
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TE 599 - Individual Child Study
An analysis of the developmental stages of young children through observation and recording of behaviors. Understandings of young children will be applied to current research and theories of child growth and development.
(1-3) cr
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TE 600 - Issues in Adapted Physical Activity
This course is designed to provide graduate students in Adapted Physical Activity the opportunity to explore the field in depth. Focus will be on examination of the issues in Adapted Physical Activity as they relate to physical and motor performance behavior of individuals with disabilities. This course will primarily be designed around case study discussion, research literature and analysis of program-related field observations.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisites: TE 558, TE 559, and TE 575.
4 cr
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TE 601 - Workshops in Teacher Education
Laboratory approach which provides opportunities for experienced educational personnel to concentrate their study on common educational problems.
(1-6) cr
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TE 605 - Introduction to Research in the Elementary Classroom
This course introduces the process of conducting educational research in the elementary classroom. Topics of study include action research design, professional ethics, methods of research and literature review. Current research in elementary classrooms will be analyzed and evaluated.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: TEMS 504, TE 505.
3 cr Notes: TE 605 must be taken in the last 9 credits of the MAT-Elementary Classroom Teaching program.
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TE 606 - Research in Elementary Education
This is the capstone course for the elementary emphasis in the master’s program for classroom teaching. It is a culminating course in which elementary teacher synthesize the research, theories and instructional concepts learned throughout their program by applying them to the elementary classroom. A major paper, creative project or appropriate research activity is required.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: This course must be taken in the last six hours of the master’s program for elementary teachers. Prerequisite: TE 605.
3 cr
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TE 610 - Professionalism & Inquiry in Early Childhood Education
The early childhood professional will reflect on current issues in early childhood education, demonstrate an understanding of conditions of young children and their families, and explore advocacy issues as they relate to young children and their families. Professionalism, which includes the review, analysis, and evaluation of current research, action research design and methodology, are taught and applied.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: This course must be taken in the last nine credits of the master’s program for early childhood.
3 cr
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TE 611 - Research in Early Childhood Education
Education is a capstone course culminating in an action research project or a research-based thesis. The research study initiated in TE 610, Professionalism and Inquiry in Early Childhood Education, will continue with the review of literature, data collection, data analysis, and the presentation of results.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: TE 610.
3 cr
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TE 612 - Adolescent Literacy
This course prepares teachers in all subject areas to understand adolescent literacy development by studying current theory and research in this field. It provides up-to-date teacher preparation in adolescent literacy in the three primary domains of adolescent development: biological processes, cognitive processes, and socio-emotional processes.
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.
3 cr
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TE 615 - Reading Assessment and Instruction I
This course is the first half of a year-long practicum in the assessment and instruction of students expressing difficulty with reading. The principles and
procedures of informal diagnostic assessment and instruction are applied through work with K-12 students in a clinical setting.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: TE 510, TEMS 512, TEMS 520, TE 555.
3 cr Notes: TE 615 and TE 617 are the capstone courses for the reading endorsement and must be taken within the last nine credits of the program.
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TE 617 - Reading Assessment and Instruction II
This course is the second half of a year-long practicum in the assessment and instruction of students expressing reading difficulties. The principles and procedures of informal diagnostic assessment and instruction are applied through work with K-12 students in a clinical setting.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: TE 510, TEMS 512, TEMS 520 and TE 615.
3 cr Notes: TE 615 and TE 617 are the capstone courses for the reading endorsement and must be taken within the last nine credits of the program.
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TE 620 - Special Education Research & Practice
The purpose of this course is to develop a project or research proposal generated from the theories, methods, and practices presented in the special Education Core Courses. Students will be introduced to research design, measurement procedures, data collection and analysis skills necessary to complete a proposal. Additionally, the course will introduce principles and procedures for evaluation of programs in special education.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: TE 342 or TE 430, TE 431 or TE 432 or TE 433, TEMS 504, TE 505, TE 516, TE 532, TE 541, and any of the following: TE 536, TE 537, TE 568, or TE 569.
3 cr
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TE 621 - Applications in Special Education Research
Using the proposal developed in TE 620, the student will conduct directed research, complete the thesis, and present the results.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: TE 620.
4 cr
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TE 627 - Crisis Prevention Intervention for Students with ASD
This course provides a basis for understanding the theoretical, legal and historical perspectives of Crisis Prevention Intervention. It will focuses on 1) early identification of student behaviors signaling a need for physical management, 2) de-escalation techniques to avoid the need physical management and 3) safe physical management techniques when de-escalation does not work and physical management is required.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: TE 434, TE 503, TE 516, and TE 342 or TE 430.
3 cr
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TE 628 - Assistive Communication and Technology for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
This course provides a basis for understanding communication and language disorders unique to students with ASD. It addresses the characteristics of these communication and language disorders, methods of identification of student needs in these areas, and how to provide instructional programs based on these needs.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: TE 342 or TE 430, TE 434, TE 503, TE 516.
3 cr
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TE 629 - Advanced Theory & Practice: Autism Spectrum Disorder
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.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: TE 342 or TE 430, TE 434, TE 503, TE 516, TE 532, TE 541, TE 627, TE 628.
3 cr
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TE 630 - Effective Transition Planning
Theoretical models and research-based strategies are examined to enable educators to implement transition services that support students with disabilities. Emphasis is placed on using transition-related assessments, using strategies that promote student self-determination, and facilitating family involvement. Supporting transitions in the context of school reform is addressed.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: TE 342 or TE 430 or permission of instructor.
3 cr Cross-Listed: ETD 630
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TE 631 - Career and Postsecondary Preparation
This course examines employment and vocational models for individuals with disabilities. Theory and research-based practices are emphasized that relate to the infusion of career development into academic curricula; facilitation of business relationships; facilitation of consumer-directed job development and placement; as well as determination of follow-up strategies. Postsecondary planning is addressed.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: TE 342 or TE 430 or permission of instructor.
3 cr Cross-Listed: ETD 631
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TE 632 - Organizational And Community Systems
This course provides essential information regarding school and community services/systems that impact the education and transition from school to adult living of learners who have special needs. Emphasis is placed on theory and evidence-based practice related to interagency collaboration; system change initiatives, and strategies necessary to support students with disabilities and their families.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: TE 342 or TE 430 or permission of instructor.
3 cr Cross-Listed: ETD 632
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TE 633 - Foundations Of Urban Education
This course will expose students to the major theoretical frameworks that shape successful teaching in urban educational environment. Students will be expected to develop an in-depth understanding of these frameworks as well as the urban education research. This course will also provide students an opportunity to become skilled at critically reading and understanding education research.
3 cr
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TE 634 - Introduction To Research Methods For Urb
This course will introduce students to various educational research methods and methodologies. Students will be provided with opportunities to become skilled at accessing electronic and hard copy sources necessary for academic writing. Knowledge gained from this course will serve as the foundation for further exploration of research methods and methodologies. Students will be required to develop a clear and concise topic, comprehensive literature review & theoretical framework for their research project.
3 cr
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TE 635 - Family, School, Teachers & Community
This course will introduce the students to current research and practice in establishing and maintaining home/school partnerships in urban communities. The historical context of parent involvement philosophies and programs for children living in urban communities will be explored. Critical race theory and multicultural education theories will be used to examine parent involvement practices with school aged children. Application of knowledge of race, class, and gender oppressions as well as the significance of the sociocultural and political contexts for learning will be addressed. The benefits of involving parents in the education of their children will be explored from multiple perspectives. Parents will also be considered an important educational resource and partner. 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, race, class, culture, and society.
3 cr
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TE 636 - Facilitating Instruction in the Urban Setting
This course will educate teachers to facilitate the achievement of all students by utilizing an in depth understanding of subject matter to construct meaningful learning activities for all students at various developmental stages. Established best practice teaching methodology will focus on issues of urban education where teachers understand how students from different cultures learn and develop and use this understanding to construct appropriate, positive learning environments, curriculum and assessments to achieve equity and democracy in their classrooms, schools and society.
3 cr
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TE 637 - Assessment In Urban Settings
This course will provide candidates an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills to assess students from other cultures. Candidates will gather data about their students to better understand what and how to teach them. Candidates will examine and conduct academic evaluations that are culturally netural, understand how individual differences can be utilized in learning and determime how the results apply to students in urban settings.
3 cr
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TE 638 - Learning Disabilities: Practical Information
This course will provide general and special education teachers and orther related professionals with current information about learning disabilities that is relevant to daily practice, especially in diverse and inclusive settings. The course will provide an overview of learning disabilities, theoretical approaches, response to intervention, and evidence based instructional strategies that can be implemented with diverse populations.
3 cr
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TE 639 - Urban Education Research
This course will provide candidates an opportunity to apply the research information and techniques gained in TE Introduction to Research Methods in Urban Education to a classroom setting. Students will formulate questions, set about proposing and devising a quantitive or qualitative study to investigate their research question in their own classroom or a classroom within the local urban area.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: TE 546, TE 556, TE 633, TE 634, TE 635, TE 636, TE 637, TE 638, ENGL 553/TE 653, ENGL 555.
3 cr
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TE 640 - Practicum/Seminar In Urban Teaching
Candidates in Pracricum/Seminar in Urban Settings will investigate their knowledge and pedagogy as applied in urban teaching in an open exchange of ideas with a professor and their peers. Candidates will share artifacts from their own action research and receive the support of the other candidates in a problem solving environments.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: TE 546, TE 556, TE 633, TE 634, TE 635, TE 636, TE 637, TE 638, TE 639, ENGL 553/TE 653, ENGL 555,
3 cr
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TE 641 - K-12 Physical Education Curriculum
Physical Education Practitioners will review their current physical education curriculum. The focus will be on curriculum planning and revision with an emphasis on recent models for curricular decisions and the effective selection and sequencing of developmentally appropriate activities. Practitioners will work to ensure instructional alignment between the NASPE and MDE Physical Education Standards, Benchmarks and Grade Level Content Expectations.
4 cr
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TE 642 - Effective Teaching & Technology In PE
Review of physical education teacher effectiveness literature and application in the K-12 physcial education setting. Demonstration and use of current technology and application in K-12 physical education settings for the purpose of designing and implementing student learning experiences that integrate technology. Emphasis on use of technologies to communicate, network, locate resources, and enhance continuing professional development.
4 cr
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TE 653 - Language & Dialect In The Urban Setting
This class explores heritage languages and English language variety in urban home and educational environments, with implications for teaching in the urban setting.
3 cr Cross-Listed: Cross listed with ENGL 553.
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TE 660 - Practicum Special Education
A supervised structured assignment in a K-12 classroom setting. the student is required to demonstrate the ability to assess student needs, plan and implement instruction and evaluate the effectiveness of the instruction specific to the endorsement category.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: all other required courses for endorsement.
4 cr
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TE 690 - Advanced Study of Cognitive Development
This course extends and deepens student knowledge of children’s cognitive development. Current research and theories of social constructivism are explored in depth. The course is designed as advanced work for students with a state-approved early childhood endorsement or its equivalent.
3 cr
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