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3.00 Credits
Three Credits Fall and Spring Semesters Introduces students to the field of elementary education. Built both on abstract and concrete experiences: two-thirds of course time is devoted to historic, social, and philosophical foundations of education. Current issues and information concerning teacher certification are included in the course. Fieldwork directly with elementary children is included. Open to first-year or Sophomore-year students only. Pre-practicum: 16 hours in elementary school settings
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Three Credits Fall Semester Covers historical, social and philosophical foundations of early childhood education and the integrated preschool. It examines a variety of instructional models in the field and looks at developmentally appropriate practice in terms of classroom environments, classroom management and constructivist learning theories. Fieldwork is required. Open to first-year or Sophomore-year students only. Pre-practicum: 2 hours / week in early childhood setting
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Three Credits Not Offered 2008-2009 Examination of the "dark side'' of literacy binterrogating its use as an instrument of social policy. Contrast of orality with literacy as cultured ways of knowing and distinguishing among technical, social, and cultural literacy.
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Three Credits Fall and Spring Semesters Introduces principles and procedures for teaching the fundamentals of reading. Examines reading as a process. Emphasizes current reading research, methodology, multicultural concerns, reading disability, innovative practices, grouping patterns, and changing language philosophies. Emergent literacy through the intermediate grades. Prerequisite: ED 102 or ED 104 or ED 170. Not open to first-year students.
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Three Credits Fall and Spring Semesters Defines concerns regarding human diversity as they relate to the education process. Engages students in a personal and group process toward understanding differences. Extends student awareness for the variety, richness, and contrasts in cultures as a basis for appreciating the force of culture in identity, behavior, belief, and attitude. Develops ability to perceive and analyze the sources and consequences of prejudice, discrimination, and racism. Relates all the above to teaching concerns. Emphasizes students' choice of material for reflection and examination. Prerequisite: ED 102 or ED 104 or ED 170.
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Three Credits Fall and Spring Semesters Examines disabling conditions, legal requirements, and the instructional methods/techniques used for serving exceptional children and youth in the regular classroom, with strong emphasis on inclusion, diversity, and multiculturalism. Fieldwork with students with special needs is required. Prerequisite: ED 102 or ED 170 or consent of the Instructor. Pre-practicum: 2 hours / week in special education
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3.00 Credits
Three Credits Spring Semester Course for Early Childhood majors and others interested in familiarizing themselves with the needs of preschool and kindergarten children as they apply to school environments. Explores the physical, emotional, social, cognitive, and creative needs of the child 3 through 5 years of age with and without disabilities. Focuses on typical and atypical development, early literacy, parents and families, the role of play and other concerns of the Early Childhood field. Field Work: One half day per week. Prerequisite: ED 104 and PC 201 or consent of the Instructor. Pre-practicum: 3.5 hours / week in early childhood setting
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Three Credits Spring Semester Provides students with a comprehensive study of issues surrounding children (ages birth to school age) who have special needs. Focus includes legislation, Early Intervention and the role of the family in the education of a young exceptional child. Fieldwork with preschool/ kindergarten students with special needs is required. Prerequisite: ED 104 or consent of the Instructor. Pre-practicum: 2 hours / week in early childhood special education
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Three Credits Fall and Spring Semesters Develops an awareness of and sensitivity to children's literature. Builds skills necessary to guide children's experiences with literature. Explores a variety of genres including multicultural literature.
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3.00 Credits
Three Credits Fall and Spring Semesters A systematic and comprehensive exploration that introduces the prospective teacher to the elements of measurement and elements of evaluation essential to good teaching. Course content also examines statistical reasoning as it applies to educational research and practice. Prerequisite: ED 102 or ED 104 or ED 170. Not open to first-year students.
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