EDU 201 Introduction to Teaching
This course introduces students to the issues, trends, and opportunities experienced by members of the teaching profession. Students become familiar with the University of Mary's program of teacher preparation and the conceptual framework of the Division of Education as they develop their philosophy of education. During this course students will make application to the Division of Education.
2 credits
EDU 202 Introduction to Teaching for Transfer Students
Assuming that the student has had some exposure to the field of education, this course introduces the transfer student to the University of Mary's program of teacher preparation and the conceptual framework of the Division of Education as the student develops his or her philosophy of education. During this course students will make application to the Division of Education.
1 credit
EDU 250 Children's Literature
Literature is a foundation for instruction and enjoyment in the elementary school curriculum. Students explore various genres of children's literature.
2 credits
EDU 295 Learners With Exceptional Needs
Teachers must teach students with a wide variety of educational needs. This course presents an overview of learners with exceptional needs. Emphasis will be on processes and principles of special education, overviews of exceptionalities, curriculum and inclusion.
3 credits
EDU 300 Elementary Practicum I
This course is designed to give students practical experience in the classroom in the areas of language arts, music, physical education, and art. This course must be taken concurrently with Block I methods courses: EDU 315, 311, 312; and PED 305.
2 credits
EDU 301 Classroom Management
Teachers deal with complex interactions among diverse individuals. This course is designed to present proactive methods of classroom/behavior management. Emphasis is upon recognizing and empowering desired behavior and dealing effectively with undesirable behavior. Prospective elementary teachers should take classroom management concurrently with Block I methods courses: EDU 300, 311, 312, 315; and PED 305.
2 credits
303 Science Methods and Material
This course is a survey of current elementary and middle school science teaching strategies and science programs with an emphasis on the integration of theory and practice. This course should be taken concurrently with EDU 307, 316, 318, and 400. Prerequisites: BIO 101; SCI 102, 201
2 credits
307 Math Methods and Materials
This course is a survey of current elementary and middle school math teaching strategies and math programs with an integration of theory and practice. This course should be taken concurrently with EDU 303, 316, 318 and 400, if an elementary major. Prerequisites: MAT 103 or 106
2 credits
312 Arts in the Elementary School
This course provides students with the study of the basic theories of music, theater, and visual arts as applied to the elementary education curricula and art programs in elementary schools. This course should be taken concurrently with EDU 300, 315; and PED 305
4 credits
315 Language Arts Methods and Materials
Elementary and middle school classrooms are learning environments in which students develop communication skills. Students in this course design instructional programs based upon theoretical foundations of instruction in reading, writing, listening, speaking, and thinking. This course should be taken concurrently with EDU 300, 301, 312, and PED 305, if an elementary major.
3 credits
316 Reading Methods and Materials
This course is designed to examine effective scientifically based instructional practices used to teach reading in the elementary and middle school curriculum. Emphasis is placed on the use of data in providing flexible grouping and differentiated instruction to effectively meet student needs. This course should be taken concurrently with EDU 303, 307, 318, and 400. Prerequisite: EDU 315
3 credits
318 Social Studies Methods and Materials
This course is a survey of elementary and middle school social studies teaching strategies and social studies programs with an emphasis on the integration of theory and practice. This course should be taken concurrently with EDU 303, 307, 316, and 400, if an elementary major. Prerequisites: HIS 101 or 102
2 credits
EDU 320 Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment
This course addresses the types and sources of curriculum, the processes for the selection and development of curriculum, options and issues in designing and delivering instruction, and techniques and issues in assessing student and teacher performance. Heavy emphasis will be placed on interdependence of these entities. Prerequisite: Students must have completed the prerequisite courses to the methods courses in their major/minor fields.
2 credits
EDU 391 Strategies for Diverse Learners
Education students must be knowledgeable regarding diverse learning styles. This course is designed to examine students' personal approaches to learning and utilizing this self-knowledge in developing a wide variety of teaching strategies to meet the needs of a global population.
2 credits
EDU 400 Elementary Practicum II
This course is designed to give students practical experiences in the classroom in the areas of reading, mathematics, science, social studies, and the integration of technology. This course must be taken concurrently with the Block II methods courses: EDU 303, 307, 316, 318, and 421.
2 credits
EDU 411 Student Teaching Assessment
Student teachers must have obtained a satisfactory level of proficiency in a number of teaching skill areas prior to their student teaching placement. This course is designed to provide students with feedback on the University of Mary Division of Education professional competencies. This assessment provides insight into professional readiness of each student teacher. An audit of graduation requirements is also conducted so that the student will be aware of any deficiencies in program requirements prior to student teaching (Prerequisite to student teaching).
0 credits
EDU 422 Foundations, Issues, and Trends
Teachers must have knowledge about the historical and philosophical foundations of education and the current issues and trends influencing education. This course is designed to assist these students in realistically appraising the factors impinging upon the social, psychological, historical, and philosophical bases in American Education. Students study current issues and trends in education and the political and social conflicts which affect the teaching profession and progress in American education. In addition, students are required to develop a personal philosophy of education and learn how an effective school philosophy can help schools set realistic and desirable educational goals.
2 credits
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