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3.00 Credits
The theoretical and pedagogical background for teaching children in preschool through age 8. Emphasis on the design and execution of appropriate teaching-learning experiences for children ages 3-8. Required for kindergarten and strongly recommended for those intending to teach primary-age children. Prerequisites: EDUC 125, 125L, 225, 225L. $5 field trip fee. (2 credits)
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the philosophical foundations of American education from 1635 to the present. Emphasis is on a comparison of philosophical ideas in education and on the development of a personal philosophy of education. Prerequisites: EDUC 125, 225, 225L, and admission to WheTEP or Department approval. Concurrent with EDUC 494, 496. $295 course fee. (3)
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3.00 Credits
The theoretical and pedagogical background necessary to meet the requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (I.D.E.A.) and its amendments. It includes instruction in the psychology of children with exceptionalities with emphasis on students with learning disabilities. It emphasizes identification of learning needs, individualization of educational programs, utilization of services available for treatment of problems, and curricular adaptations. Prerequisites: EDUC 125, 225, and 225L, or Department approval. (2 credits)
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1.00 Credits
The candidate will observe and work with students with special needs in a school or recreational setting for approximately 30 hours. Concurrent with EDUC 313L or 324L or 335L. Graded pass/fail. (1 credit)
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to explore specific problems in the teaching of the language arts beyond those covered in EDUC 312. It deals with diagnosis and recommendations for providing supportive contexts for individual differences. Prerequisites: EDUC 125, 125L, 225, 225L, 312 (or equivalent), and admission to WheTEP or consent of instructor. (2 credits)
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3.00 Credits
Covers the communication processes germane to the teaching profession, which include the development of techniques in speaking, writing, and reading skills. Includes methodologies for teaching reading and writing across the curriculum with particular emphasis in middle school curriculum, as well as theory and practice for interpersonal communications, listening skills, public speaking, and instructional strategies (lecturing, questioning techniques, group processes and dynamics). Concurrent with a methods of teaching course in the major, EDUC 324L or 335L, 427, and 427L. Prerequisites: EDUC 125, 125L, 225, 225L, and admission to WheTEP.
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2.00 Credits
This course will examine the complexities of the teaching profession within the context of student teaching. Candidates will examine their experiences within the framework of readings which will inform their methods of teaching and effective interaction with students. The course will also demonstrate how research can be done within the classroom as a means to answering some of the questions which arise from their student teaching experience. Taken during the student teaching semester. (2 credits)
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
Individual work with periodic conferences for candidates who have demonstrated ability and have definite interest in problems in a restricted field. (1-4 credits)
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9.00 Credits
This is an internship experience where candidates apply teaching principles in local schools and classrooms under supervision. Usually student teaching is done within a 15-mile radius of the campus. Candidates complete their student teaching in their major teaching areas. Concurrent with EDUC 426, 494. Prerequisites for elementary student teaching: EDUC 125, 225, 225L, 312, 313, 313L, 315, 317, 321, 427, 427L, MATH 125, SCI 322, a minimum GPA of 2.5 in the major/professional education courses, and cumulatively, admission to WheTEP, a passing score on the Illinois Certification Testing System Elementary content-area knowledge test, clearance through completion of a fingerprint and criminal background check (at the candidate's expense), and the recommendation of the department. Prerequisites for secondary and special foreign language student teaching: EDUC 125, 125L, 225, 225L, a teaching methods course in the major, EDUC 324L or 335L, 427, 427L, a minimum GPA of 2.5 in the major, in professional education courses, and cumulatively, admission to WheTEP, a passing score on the Illinois Certification Testing System content-area test, clearance through completion of a fingerprint and criminal background check (at the candidate's expense), and a recommendation from the department of their teaching area. Prerequisites for special music student teaching: EDUC 125, 225, 225L, music teaching methods studies, EDUC 427, 427L, a minimum GPA of 2.5 in the major, in professional education courses, and cumulatively, admission to WheTEP, a passing score on the Illinois Certification Testing System content-area test, clearance through completion of a fingerprint and criminal background check (at the candidate's expense), and a recommendation from the Conservatory. Candidates are expected to take all 300- and 400-level education courses at Wheaton. Exceptions may be granted by the Department of Education. A candidate's teaching field is one in which s/he has sufficient hours to meet certification requirements and for which s/he has obtained the recommendation of the Department. Candidates must have a major in a subject commonly taught in the public schools of Illinois. (9 credits
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to student development theories, this course is one component of the residence hall staff selection process. Areas addressed will include leadership styles, values clarification and interpersonal skills.
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