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Course Criteria
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
This course is designed to allow students at the sophomore and junior level to become involved in studies in special interest areas. One, Two or Three Credits Staff Both Semesters PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED. PREREQUISITE: ADMISSION TO DEPARTMENT
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3.00 Credits
A practical presentation of how to teach music to school children, using singing, instruments and movement. Students will present music lessons in a practicum setting, exploring current trends in pedagogy. Designed for the classroom teacher and the music specialist. Prerequisites: basic music skills (singing and note reading) and permission of instructor. Three Credits DeBoer Fall Semester
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2.00 Credits
This course explores the basic concepts and terms related to the study of physical geography. The characteristics and uses of maps, globes, and other geographic tools and technologies are addressed. The course also identifies the characteristics of landmasses and the physical processes in their development, including the shapes and patterns on the earth's surface, e.g., the atmosphere, the biosphere, the hydrosphere and the lithosphere. Two Credits Fall Semester
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2.00 Credits
This course examines the geographical and climatic factors that have influenced the social and economic development of global populations. It analyzes the relationship of humans and their environment and explores the nature and complexity of earth's cultural mosaics. It distinguishes the patterns and networks of economic interdependence on the earth's surface with an emphasis on world health, religions, foods, gender relationships, etc. Two Credits Fall Semester
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3.00 Credits
An examination of the modern elementary school curriculum its philosophy, structure, organization, methods of curriculum development, methods of instruction, including the use of technology, and brain-compatible instruction. General principles and practices taught are applicable to all areas of the curriculum, as well as specific principles and practices for the teaching of social studies, mathematics, and science. Recommended for pre-student teaching semester. Prerequisite: admission to the Teacher Education program. Corequisites: Education 311 and 312. Five Credits Dell'Olio, Jordan Both Semesters
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40.00 Credits
More than 40 hours of participation and observation in local elementary or middle school classrooms. Students will observe instruction; keep reflective logs; maintain classroom routines; work with individual students, small and large groups. Recommended for the semester prior to student teaching. Prerequisite: admission to the Teacher Education program. Corequisites: Education 310 and 312. One Credit Dell'Olio, Jordan Both Semesters
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3.00 Credits
An overview of classroom and behavior management techniques for elementary and middle school teachers in general education settings. Course topics will include classroom organization, setting individual and group behavioral expectations, developing and implementing classroom rules and procedures, working proactively with students, and analyzing a variety of behavioral management philosophies. Prerequisites: admission to the Teacher Education program and completion of Education 280, 281, 282 and 283. Corequisites: Education 310 and 311. Two Credits Dell'Olio, Jordan Both Semesters
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3.00 Credits
An examination of curriculum, instructional methods, use of technology, and assessment practices for the PK-Grade 2 children in classrooms settings and other early childhood programs. Three Credits Staff Fall Semester
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1.00 Credits
This field placement is taken concurrently with Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment for the Early Childhood Classroom. A minimum of 22-24 hours will be spent in a local early childhood center or classroom. One Credit Staff Fall Semester
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3.00 Credits
Methods of teaching social studies at the secondary school level. While examining theoretical issues, this course will focus on the real world of teaching. As such, we will examine the complex role of the teacher as it pertains to curriculum, lesson planning, evaluation, and the dynamics of the classroom. Students will be expected to prepare and demonstrate various teaching models, and create lesson and unit plans based on the Michigan Content Standards and Benchmarks for Social Studies. In addition, students will be expected to research current issues and practices in the social studies and present those findings to the class. Three Credits Norkus Fall Semester
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