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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
This course focuses on the development of curricular materials appropriate for the secondary school, linking content objectives, instructional materials, teaching strategies, appropriate computer applications, the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS), and lesson design. Students will create units of instruction that are both thematic and content-specific. In addition, students will demonstrate competency in understanding both criterion- and norm-referenced tests. Computer technology is integrated throughout the course. Prerequisites: Senior standing, successful completion of EDUC 1330 and EDUC 3331, satisfactory completion of the Computer Competency requirement, and admission into the Teacher Education program. Corequisite: EDUC 4333 (Fall, Spring)
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3.00 Credits
This course focuses on practical strategies for teaching academic content and for managing student behavior in the elementary classroom. Cooperative learning is emphasized as a teaching approach. Skills for managing behavior include a variety of models. Students are expected not only to master theory at the cognitive level, but to demonstrate competency through participation in internships at local schools. Prerequisite: Senior standing, successful completion of EDUC 1330 and EDUC 3331, successful completion of the Computer Competency requirement, and admission into the Teacher Education Program. Corequisite: EDUC 4338 (Fall, Spring)
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3.00 Credits
This course focuses on elementary school curriculum by linking content objectives, lesson design, instructional materials, various teaching strategies, appropriate computer applications, and the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). Students will create thematic units of instruction which integrate all content areas. In addition, students will demonstrate competence in understanding both criterion- and norm-referenced tests. The use of technology is included throughout, as students utilize the Internet to conduct research for units, participate in on-line discussions, and ultimately add their own research and units to a web page dedicated to the course. Prerequisite: Senior standing, successful completion of EDUC 1330 and EDUC 3331, successful completion of the Computer Competency requirement and admission into the Teacher Education Program. Corequisite: EDUC 4337 (Fall, Spring)
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3.00 Credits
Course topics will vary from year to year. Topics are selected based on the interests and needs of upper division students and on the areas of faculty expertise. May be repeated for credit with different topics. Specific topic will be entered on the transcript. Prerequisite: varies with topic. [Offered on sufficient demand] Fall 2010 Characteristics of Students with Learning and Behavioral Problems: The primary focus of this teacher-preparation special topics course is to provide characteristics of special education students with mild disabilities who are often served in general education classrooms. Also addressed are the role of the classroom teacher in the special education process, classroom management, and modifications/accommodations for students with mild disabilities. Spring 2011 Introduction to Special Education: This course provides information about the various types, characteristics, and etiologies of exceptionalities; identifies state and federal laws related to special education; and serves as an introduction to the education of exceptional students. Prerequisite: EDUC 1330. Literacy Assessment and Methods: Students will learn how to administer, assess, and interpret results from both formal and informal literacy tests. Instructional decisions will be made in the areas of emergent literacy, phonological and phonemic awareness, oral language, vocabulary, word recognition, phonics, text readability, comprehension, fluency, spelling, writing, study strategies, interests and attitudes. Applied instructional decisions will be assessed to determine response to instruction. Students will participate in an internship at a local school where they will assess, teach, and evaluate results. Prerequisites: READ 2341 and admission into the Teacher Education program.
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6.00 Credits
Students will complete a minimum of thirteen weeks, full-time in a secondary classroom. They will have opportunities to observe the methods and procedures of an experienced teacher and practice those skills themselves. Attendance at a Summer mini-session, weekly evening seminars, and several day-long sessions during the semester are required. Students must successfully complete the appropriate practice licensure test(s) before receiving credit for this internship and completing the certification program. Prerequisites: Senior standing and completion of all courses from the professional education sequence. Application for admission is required with approval of the Teacher Education Advisory Committee. (See requirements for Admission to Student Teaching in the Undergraduate Bulletin.) (Fall, Spring)
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6.00 Credits
Students will complete a minimum of 13 weeks, full-time in an elementary classroom. They will have opportunities to observe the methods and procedures of an experienced teacher and practice those skills themselves. Attendance at a summer mini-session, weekly evening seminars, and several day-long sessions during the semester are required. Students must successfully complete the appropriate practice licensure test(s) before receiving credit for this internship and completing the certification program. Prerequisites: senior standing and completion of all courses from the professional education sequence. Application for admission is required with approval of the Teacher Education Advisory Committee. (See requirements for admission to Student Teaching in the Undergraduate Bulletin.) (Fall, Spring)
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6.00 Credits
Students will complete a minimum of twelve weeks, full-time in a bilingual elementary classroom. They will have opportunities to observe the methods and procedures of an experienced teacher and practice those skills themselves. Attendance at a Summer mini-session, weekly evening seminars, and several day-long sessions during the semester are required. Students must successfully complete the appropriate practice licensure test(s) before receiving credit for this internship and completing the certification program. Prerequisites: Senior standing and completion of all courses from the professional education sequence. Application for admission is required with approval of the Teacher Education Advisory Committee. (See requirements for Admission to Student Teaching in the Undergraduate Bulletin.) (Fall, Spring)
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6.00 Credits
Students will complete a minimum of two six-week blocks in both an elementary and a secondary classroom. They will have opportunities to observe the methods and procedures of experienced teachers and practice those skills themselves. Attendance at a Summer mini-session, weekly evening seminars, and several day-long sessions during the semester are required. Students must successfully complete the appropriate practice licensure test(s) before receiving credit for this internship and completing the certification program. Prerequisite: Senior standing and completion of all courses from the professional education sequence. Application for admission is required with approval of the Teacher Education Advisory Committee. (See requirements for Admission to Student Teaching in the Undergraduate Bulletin.) (Fall, Spring)
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6.00 Credits
Students will complete a minimum of two six-week blocks in both a regular elementary or secondary classroom and an ESL classroom. They will have opportunities to observe the methods and procedures of experienced teachers and practice those skills themselves. Attendance at a Summer mini-session, weekly evening seminars, and several day-long sessions during the semester are required. Students must successfully complete the appropriate practice licensure test(s) before receiving credit for this internship and completing the certification program. Prerequisites: Senior standing and completion of all courses from the professional education sequence. Application for admission is required with approval of the Teacher Education Advisory Committee. (See requirements for Admission to Student Teaching in the Undergraduate Bulletin.) (Fall, Spring)
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6.00 Credits
Student teaching provides a capstone experience for students earning middle school (Grades 4-8) teacher certification. During a thirteen-week field experience, students observe, assist, and assume major teaching responsibilities. Attendance at a summer mini-session, weekly evening seminars, and several day-long sessions during the semester are required. Prerequisites: Senior standing, successful completion of all courses from the professional development sequence, and approval of the Teacher Education Advisory Committee. Successful completion of teacher licensure practice tests is required in order to receive course credit. (Fall, Spring)
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