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4.00 Credits
A course designed to introduce students to current principles and methods for teaching mathematics and science in the elementary school. Topics and content will be addressed using active-learning and cooperative-learning strategies, manipulative materials, active-assessment and technology-based-assessment techniques, and current research of interest and relevance to educators. Throughout the semester, students will have supervised observations as they practice their skills in elementary school classrooms. Taken concurrently with ED335 and 337. Open only to juniors admitted to the professional sequence. Prerequisite: ED334. Not for liberal arts credit. The Department
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4.00 Credits
An advanced course that increases specialized child development knowledge and skills. Students will use course content and assignments in classroom situations to develop teaching practices that promote inclusive classroom learning environments. Topics include: general knowledge of the most common special needs and learning disabilities among elementary school students; introduction to models of inclusion classrooms; perspectives and approaches to behavior and classroom management; teaching and learning processes that foster academic achievement and positive classroom communities; design and implementation of individualized interventions; and theories and strategies for social-skills building. Throughout the semester, students will have supervised observations as they practice their skills in elementary school classrooms. Taken concurrently with ED335 and 336. Prerequisites: ED200 and 334. Open only to juniors admitted to the professional sequence. D. Brent
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16.00 Credits
Student teaching integrated with methods and materials of teaching in the elementary school using a full-time semester block plan. Seniors who have satisfactorily completed the junior year program and have demonstrated professional attitudes and practices included in the program description are eligible. Fall semester only. Not for liberal arts credit. The Department
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4.00 Credits
In this seminar, students research and discuss current issues in education. A major paper reporting the results of the student's library or empirical research is required. Students are encouraged to pursue topics that reflect the application of theory into practice while also integrating coursework and teaching experiences acquired both locally and abroad. This course is a capstone experience and is required of those seniors seeking departmental honors. As such, it is open only to seniors and with the permission of the instructor. This course is available on an independent study basis when necessary. The Department
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3.00 Credits
Advanced study of selected topics in education. Such topics may differ from year to year and might include "The Classical Roots of Western Education," "From Orbis Pictus to Alice in Wonderland: The History of Children's Books," and "A History of Women in Education." This course may be repeated with a different topic. (ED361C is designated a Cultural Diversity course.) The Department
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3.00 Credits
An opportunity for study in depth of an educational problem. The topic is chosen by the student. One or more investigative approaches may be utilized, such as selected readings, field projects, and case studies. Students should consult the chair of the department to plan their study. These units are or are not credited as units in liberal arts, at the discretion of both the department chair and the registrar (and, in exceptional instances, the Curriculum Committee of the College). The Department
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4.00 Credits
Introduction to the practice of literary study, with a particular emphasis on close reading. This course is writing intensive and will include some attention to critical perspective and basic research skills appropriate for literary analysis. (Fulfills all-College requirement in expository writing.) Prospective English majors are strongly encouraged to take EN 110 prior to enrolling in 200-level courses. The Department
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4.00 Credits
The first of a coordinated pair of courses offering instruction in key writers, important texts, and the historical sequence of literary movements from classical, continental, British, and American literature. Evolving Canon I extends chronologically through the first half of the seventeenth century. Intended as a foundation for the English major, this course establishes a shared experience of texts and concepts. Required of all majors as preparation for 300-level courses. EN201 is a prerequisite for EN202. When offered as an honors course, this will be recorded as EN201H. Required of all majors (class of 2006, 2007, and 2008) as preparation for 300-level courses. (Fulfills humanities requirement.) The Department
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4.00 Credits
The second of a coordinated pair of courses offering instruction in key writers, important texts, and the historical sequence of literary movements from classical, continental, British, and American literature.Evolving Canon II extends chronologically from the second half of the seventeenth century through the early twentieth century. Intended as a foundation for the English major, this course establishes a shared experience of texts and concepts. Required of all majors as preparation for 300-level courses. Prerequisite: Evolving Canon I. Required of all majors (class of 2006, 2007, and 2008) as preparation for 300-level courses. The Department
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4.00 Credits
(see "Courses in Writing")
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