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  • EDS 479: Lrng & Assess-Scndy Classroom

    1.00 Credits
    Berea College

    Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program Offered: Typically every Spring Term This course introduces students to applications of important learning and assessment theory in shaping pedagogical practice. Particular attention will be given to Howard Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences and to the sociocultural theory of Lev Vygotsky. Students will explore the theoretical underpinnings of behaviorist and constructivist traditions in designing instruction; targeting objectives to appropriate levels of a taxonomy of instructional objectives; designing and managing classroom environments conducive to student learning; developing appropriate strategies for implementing instruction; and exploring evaluation theory and applications of both formal and informal assessments. Special attention is directed to preparing performance evidence of addressing New Teacher Standards I-IV. This course is taken as part of the pre-professional block in the Teacher Education Program, which includes a partial-day field assignment in local schools. 1 Course Credit
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  • EDS 480: Students with Special Needs

    1.00 Credits
    Berea College

    Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program Offered: Typically every Spring Term This course prepares prospective teachers to make the instructional and organizational modifications necessary so that students with vastly different academic, physical, emotional, and social needs can learn in the regular secondary-school classroom. The focus is on youngsters with a variety of special needs, such as physical and learning exceptionalities (including the gifted); bilingualism; lack of readiness for learning; and violent behaviors. Working with the students in the classrooms where they are completing their teaching practicum, prospective teachers will address the special classroom-management requirements and the special instructional needs arising with special-needs youngsters. Students also will explore related issues, including the need to develop skills in counseling and conflict resolution and understanding the nature of family involvement and the particular policies and procedures schools follow. This course is taken as part of the pre-professional block in the Teacher Education Program, which includes a partial-day practicum in local schools. 1 Course Credit
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  • EDS 481: Secondary Student Tchg Seminar

    1.00 Credits
    Berea College

    Prerequisite: Admission to Student Teaching Offered: Typically every Fall Term Emphasis in this course is on the development of appropriate instructional units for the assigned Student Teaching settings. Students work with classroom teachers and College faculty to plan and develop activities and materials focused on the specific subject matter in which the student is seeking certification. Other topics include classroom-management techniques, evaluation and assessment of student learning, and motivational techniques. Student teachers are to reflect the values and commitments undergirding Berea's Teacher Education Program in their work and relationships with children, peers, parents, mentors, and other colleagues, and they are expected to meet Berea's program goals prior to completion of the Professional Year. They will be required to submit a satisfactory exit portfolio addressing the New Teacher Standards established by the Kentucky Education Professional Standards Board. Taken concurrently with EDS 482. 1 Course Credit
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  • EDS 482: Scnd Stdnt Tchg: P- 12, 5- 12

    12.00 Credits
    Berea College

    Prerequisite: Admission to Student Teaching Offered: Typically every Fall Term This course involves observation, participation, teaching, and a wide variety of school-related activities under the guidance of supervising teachers and staff members of the Education Studies Department. Student teachers will spend at least twelve (12) weeks, five (5) full days per week, in their assigned placement(s). Students will be expected to complete satisfactory entries for the Eligibility (exit) Portfolio required for initial teacher certification. Taken concurrently with EDS 481. NOTE: Students who entered Berea in or before 2004-2005 should refer to their Catalog. This course will remain as "Teaching Practicum in Secondary Schools (P-12, 5-12, and 8-12)," a 2-credit course, with no change to the description for those cohorts. 3 Course Credits
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  • EDS 486: Special Topics

    1.00 - 2.00 Credits
    Berea College

    Prerequisites: Determined by instructor Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes." 1/2 to 1 Course Credit
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  • EDS 487: Elementary Student Teaching

    3.00 Credits
    Berea College

    Prerequisite: Admission to Student Teaching Offered: Typically every Fall Term (first offered Fall 2008) The Elementary School Student Teaching practicum is a required component of the Professional Year experience for P-5 certification. Student teachers will spend at least twelve (12) weeks, five (5) full days per week, in their assigned placement(s). They will be involved in observing, developing curriculum, and teaching, as well as taking part in a wide variety of school-related activities under the joint guidance of cooperating teachers and faculty in the Education Studies Department. Student teachers are to reflect the values and commitments undergirding Berea's Teacher Education Program in their work and relationships with children, peers, parents, mentors, and other colleagues, and they are expected to meet Berea's program goals prior to completion of the Professional Year. They will be required to submit a satisfactory exit portfolio addressing the New Teacher Standards established by the Kentucky Education Professional Standards Board. Taken concurrently with EDS 488. 3 Course Credits
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  • EDS 488: Elem Student Teaching Seminar

    1.00 Credits
    Berea College

    Prerequisite: Admission to Student Teaching Offered: Typically every Fall Term (first offered Fall 2008) The elementary Student Teaching seminar is a required component of the Professional Year experience. The seminar will support, enhance, and enrich student teachers' professional growth and development by providing multiple opportunities to explore, discuss, and reflect upon their teaching experiences within a community of inquiry. The seminar will help student teachers to articulate and demonstrate the knowledge, teaching skills, and dispositions necessary to meet Berea's program goals and Kentucky's New Teacher Standards. A special emphasis of the seminar will be to support student teachers' development of the required Eligibility (exit) Portfolio. The seminar will meet three hours each week. Taken concurrently with EDS 487. 1 Course Credit
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  • EDS 490A: Independent Study

    1.00 Credits
    Berea College

    Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 390; senior standing for 490 Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student. All such courses are to be supported by a faculty sponsor, second reader, academic adviser, Department Chairperson, and possibly others. Course proposals must meet the approval of the Coordinator of Advising (the Academic Program Council liaison). Will be registered by the Office of Academic Services as 390/490A if approved to meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) or as 390/490B if approved as non-ALE. 1 Course Credit
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  • EDS 490B: Independent Study w/o ALE

    1.00 Credits
    Berea College

    Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 390; senior standing for 490 Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student. All such courses are to be supported by a faculty sponsor, second reader, academic adviser, Department Chairperson, and possibly others. Course proposals must meet the approval of the Coordinator of Advising (the Academic Program Council liaison). Will be registered by the Office of Academic Services as 390/490A if approved to meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) or as 390/490B if approved as non-ALE. 1 Course Credit
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  • EDS 495: Internship

    1.00 - 3.00 Credits
    Berea College

    Prerequisite: Sophomore, junior, or senior standing Offered: Typically every term An experiential learning experience individually designed for students with a special academic interest requiring integration of classroom learning with practical experience. Includes on-campus seminars with academic sponsors, as well as non-classroom experience. One to three course credits in one 14-week term or one course credit in Short Term may be taken in Internships. Requires the approval of two faculty sponsors and the Program assumes the responsibility for determining credit allowance. The Coordinator of Internships gives final approval for Internship proposals. This course may be used to meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) requirement. 1 to 3 Course Credits
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