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3.00 Credits
A basic study of microeconomics which includes supply and demand theory, production and operation cost theory, consumer theory, price theory, competition, market structures, economics of the firm, and the role of government. (Spring)
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3.00 Credits
Addresses the preparation of teachers for the wide diversity of students they will encounter in their classrooms with an emphasis on developing methods for involving the family in the educational process. Also emphasizes the knowledge and skills needed to help students be better informed and proactive in a multicultural society along with the legal basis for desegregation and multiculturalism in American Education. (Spring)
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 121 An analysis of implications for teachers and teaching as education moves into the 21st century. Focus is on preparing beginning teachers to understand different aspects of diversity and how they can address these differences in their teaching. This course should be the first one taken in the teacher education program. An introduction to the library research skills used in the field of teaching. The use of primary and secondary sources including the use of on-line data bases will be discussed as well as publication styles. Students will also engage in activities designed to sharpen critical thinking as well as acquaint themselves with current trends in the discipline of teaching. Students will begin the process producing senior portfolio development. This course fulfills the requirement for UNIV 201: Research in an Academic Discipline as specified in SWAU's Quality Enhancement Plan. (Fall)
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3.00 Credits
A study of a variety of strategies in teaching the Bible creatively. Students will discover an approach to learning that Jesus perfected-- totally involving people through active experiences, creating learning environments, adjusting emphasis from teaching to learning, and developing lessons using a model of teaching repertoire. (This course does not apply to religion requirements but is required for Seventh-day Adventist Denominational Certification.) Includes field experience. (Fall)
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1.00 - 2.00 Credits
Prerequisite: Admission to teacher education program, and approval of department chair A study in an area of interest under the direction of a staff member. This study may involve research, laboratory, or library work. Content and method of study must be arranged prior to registration. May be repeated for a total of 3 credits. (Fall, Spring)
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3.00 Credits
This course will address theoretical and practical aspects of ESL instruction and testing. A variety of teaching strategies will be presented, along with how to incorporate national and state standards in classroom activities. Socio-cultural issues of language and language acquisition will be covered, with an in-depth analysis of how policy affects classroom teaching. Discussion of formal and informal assessment procedures and instruments will also be included to learn basic concepts, issues, and practices related to test design, development, and interpretation and to use this knowledge to select, adapt, and develop assessments for different purposes in the ESL program; to apply knowledge of formal and informal assessments used in the ESL classroom and to know their characteristics, uses, and limitations; and to understand relations among state mandated standards, instruction, and assessment in the ESL program. (Spring)
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3.00 Credits
A study of psychology as it relates to the learning processes and teaching methods. Principles and theories of learning are reviewed and individual differences and psychological concepts examined. Attention is given to exceptional learners. Includes field experience. This course meets the upper division writing component for senior year English. (Fall)
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3.00 Credits
An overview of the physical, mental and emotional phases of human development during the adolescent years. A study of the environmental and educational problems of the teenager. (Also taught as PSYC 322.) (Spring)
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: Admission to teacher education program. A study in understanding educational and psychological problems in all areas of exceptionality. Study will include the characteristics, assessment, admission, review, and dismissal processes for special students requiring individualized or specialized programs. Includes field experience option. (Also taught as PSYC 326.) (Spring)
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: Admission to teacher education program Examination of both soft and hard technology. Emphasis is on multiple intelligences, learning styles, informational processing habits, and motivational factors that are integrated into multi-media planning using software to develop units of instruction. A working knowledge of Microsoft Office is needed before enrolling in this class. (Fall)
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