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  • EDU 220: Schools in a Pluralistic Society

    3.00 Credits
    Midland University

    3 credit hours Prerequisite: Sophomore standing, EDU 190, PSY 120, or instructor permission. This course examines the history, lifestyles, contributions, and values of a pluralistic society. Upon completion of this course students will be able to articulate personal and societal beliefs/attitudes toward non-dominant groups; discuss how biases may impact the work of the schools; and demonstrate human relations skills in areas of communication, educational technology, and community building. This course meets the Nebraska Department of Education human relations requirement. This course may include field-based experience in area schools and/or community settings.
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  • EDU 230: Learning Disabilities

    3.00 Credits
    Midland University

    3 credit hours Prerequisite: Sophomore standing, EDU 190, PSY 120 or instructor permission. This course provides an understanding of content and practice for learners with disabilities. At the completion of this course, candidates will be able to apply the concepts, principles, and processes for working with the learning disabled.
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  • EDU 231: Instructional Methods & Materials in Special Education, K

    6.00 Credits
    Midland University

    3 credit hours Prerequisite: Sophomore standing, EDU 190, PSY 120, or instructor permission. This course takes an in-depth look at K-6 curricula for the development of motor, cognitive, academic, social, language, career/vocational, functional life skills based on student's learning style and needs as outlined in the Individual Educational Program. At the completion of this course, candidates will be able to identify and use specialized curriculum, equipment, and technology; develop and implement materials, resources, and strategies that respond to cultural, linguistic, and gender differences based on research and assessment information; use research supported strategies, practices, and adaptation; use assistive technologies to allow participation and access to the general education curriculum; and teach strategies for maintenance and generalization Candidates will become skilled in writing effective IEPs that promote successful learning in inclusive classrooms or resource rooms.
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  • EDU 232: Instructional Methods & Materials in Special Education

    12.00 Credits
    Midland University

    3 credit hours Prerequisite: Sophomore standing, EDU 190, PSY 120, or instructor permission. This course takes an in-depth look at 7-12 curricula for the development of motor, cognitive, academic, social, language, career/vocational, functional life skills based on student's learning style and needs as outlined in the Individual Educational Program. At the completion of this course, candidates will be able to identify and use specialized curriculum, equipment, and technology; develop and implement materials, resources, and strategies that respond to cultural, linguistic, and gender differences based on research and assessment information; use research supported strategies, practices, and adaptation; use assistive technologies to allow participation and access to the general education curriculum; and teach strategies for maintenance and generalization Candidates will become skilled in writing effective IEPs that promote successful learning in inclusive classrooms or resource rooms. Note - This course is NOT required for the Special Education: Mild/Moderate K-6 endorsement.
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  • EDU 250: Literature for Children and Adolescents

    3.00 Credits
    Midland University

    3 credit hours Prerequisite: Sophomore standing, EDU 190, PSY 120, or instructor permission. This course is an introduction to the various genres of literature for children and young adults. Students are familiarized with contemporary authors and illustrators of children's and young adult literature by traditional means as well as through educational software. Upon completion of this course students will be able to demonstrate skills in evaluating, selecting, and utilizing various types of literature across the curriculum. Books earning the Caldecott, Newbery, and Golden Sower Awards are emphasized. This course includes minimum five hours field-based experience in area schools.
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  • EDU 255: Introduction to Early Childhood Education

    3.00 Credits
    Midland University

    3 credit hours Prerequisite: Sophomore standing, EDU 190, PSY 120, or instructor permission. This course provides an introduction to early childhood care and education for children birth to age eight. Early childhood history, development and learning theories, programs, curriculum, methods, and guiding behavior are key topics. This course includes a minimum of ten hours of field-based experience in area care or education centers.
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  • EDU 257: Care and Preschool Services for Birth to Age Five

    3.00 Credits
    Midland University

    3 credit hours Prerequisite: Sophomore standing, EDU 190, EDU 255; PSY 120, PSY 200, or instructor permission. This course provides an introduction to the legal, educational, and business responsibilities of owners and directors of child care centers and preschools. Licensure, financial and personnel management, working with families and community, and curriculum for children birth to age five are key topics. This course includes a minimum of ten hours of field-based experience in area care or education centers.
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  • EDU 260: Introduction to Middle and Secondary School Education

    3.00 Credits
    Midland University

    3 credit hours Prerequisite: Sophomore standing, EDU 190; PSY 120, or instructor permission. Introduction to middle and secondary school teaching. Upon completion of this course students will be able to discuss the history, philosophy, trends, and current issues in 7-12 classrooms. This course includes a minimum fifteen hours field-based experience in area schools.
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  • EDU 294: Language Arts Methods:Elementary and Middle Grades

    3.00 Credits
    Midland University

    3 credit hours Prerequisite: Sophomore standing, EDU 190; PSY 120, or instructor permission. This course provides an introduction to curriculum, instructional, and assessment in K-8 language art classrooms. Emphasis will be placed on reading (word study, comprehension, and fluency), writing (process, traits of quality writing, grammar, spelling, and handwriting), and communication (speaking, listening, visually representing, and viewing). Writing lessons that meet state or district content standards will be practiced. This course includes a minimum of fifteen hours of field-based experience in area schools.
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  • EDU 296: Introduction to Special Education

    3.00 Credits
    Midland University

    3 credit hours Prerequisite: Sophomore standing, EDU 190; PSY 120, or instructor permission. This course is an introduction to the challenges and rewards of working with students who have special needs. Upon completion of this course students will be able to describe the historical and philosophical perspectives of service delivery systems; provide classification and characteristics of exceptional learners; demonstrate how accommodations can support all learners; and discuss family issues and future trends related to education of at-risk, handicapped, and high ability learners. This course meets the Nebraska Department of Education special education requirement. This course includes a minimum fifteen hours field-based experience in area schools.
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