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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
Students in this course will experience a study of the pertinent learning theories of early childhood: Piaget, Vygotsky, Montessori, the Reggio Emilia Approach, Multiple Intelligences, etc. The concept of developmentally appropriate practice will be studied. (Fall)
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3.00 Credits
This courses will address: (1) philosophical, sociological, psychological, and cultural backgrounds of 21st Century education; (2) the history of education, cultural challenges of the educational endeavor in the United States, and the implications of national programs, state requirements, and local school district mandates; (3) the legal, ethical, and moral responsibilities of the teacher in a professional setting; (4) writing for presenting a position, argument, or opinion; writing the professional setting and writing the professional paper in APA style will be included and required for successful course completion. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program. (Fall,Spring) Junior level required.
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3.00 Credits
Previously offered as a selected topics course. This course will focus on learning and play environments, activities, and materials that encourage concept development, exploration, curiosity, deductive and inductive reasoning, hypothesis testing and divergent thinking, both indoors and outdoors. Creative developments in music, art, movement, imaginative play, storytelling and construction are encouraged and cultural/ethnic heritages are shared. Junior level required.
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3.00 Credits
Examination of divergent communities and education through cultural categories. This course will utilize current research and innovative strategies to address the needs of students from diverse populations. Prerequisite: EDUC 3375 (Spring)
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3.00 Credits
Introduces the various theories of human learning: behaviorist, cognitive, social, and constructivist. This course will emphasize cognitive processes but not ignore other means in which we process information, especially that which is relative to diverse and culturally distinct populations. The field of learning is ever dynamic and changing and will influence course content. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education. (Fall)
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3.00 Credits
Developmentally appropriate curriculum practices in early childhood education (NK-4th Grade), classroom teaching skills, management and guidance techniques, models of teaching, the lesson planning process, and instructional planning for both small and large groups. Supervised and directed participation in an EC-4 school setting will be a major component. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education (Fall)
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3.00 Credits
An examination of the total early childhood (NK-4th Grade) classroom, best practice and the variety of approaches to implementing best practice including providing choices and intergrating the curriculum. Supervised and directed participation in an EC-4 school setting will be a major component. Prerequisites: EDUC 3375 (Spring)
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3.00 Credits
Provides opportunities for the analysis, interpretation and application of a variety of assessment procedures. Emphasis on the interrelationship of curriculum, instruction, and assessment in classroom situations. Prerequisite: EDUC 3375 (Spring)
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0.00 - 3.00 Credits
This course is a professional development course leading to Texas secondary certification (grades 8-12), middle level certification (grades 4-8) or all level certification (K-grade 12). This course, designed for prospective teachers encompasses various categories of knowledge related to professional skills, values, and decision-making. Supervised and directed participation in secondary school setting will be a major component. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education (Fall)
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0.00 - 3.00 Credits
This course is a professional development course leading to Texas secondary certification (grades 8-12), middle level certification (grades 4-8) or all level certification (K-grade 12). This course, designed for prospective teachers, will include curricular unit development and management, technology intergration, teaming, and thematic unit development, managing middle and secondary school extracurricular activities and maintaining effective faculty and administrative relationships, community involvement and professional responsibilities. Supervised and direct participation in a middle or secondary school setting will be a major component. Prerequisite: EDUC 3383 (Spring)
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