Overview of fundamental concepts of physical, life, and environmental science topics that will be built upon science methods courses. This course will include a hands-on lab component.
This course explores technology-enhanced instruction and the practical use of technology to analyze student data, inform instruction, and reflect on teaching and learning. Various forms of data collection, organization,…
Social Studies Methods
Methods and materials for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating social studies instruction based on model academic standards. Focused on development of curricula that promote equity, diversity, and social…
Science Methods
Objectives, content, study, and experience in methods, use of media, including computer applications for science teachers in the elementary and middle school; science laboratory experiences.
Math Methods
Principles, goals, methods and strategies for teaching mathematics in elementary and middle school. Topics include: integrating math with literacy, differentiation, knowledge and implementation of curriculum, lesson…
Interdisciplinary Methods
This course develops content and methods for interdisciplinary instruction and art integration in the elementary and middle school classroom. Critical thinking, problem solving, and experiential approaches are developed…
Techniques of Secondary Methodology
Emphasis on secondary curriculum, instruction and assessment, investigation and implementation of instructional resources, classroom climate strategies and research related to best practices in specific content…
Methods in Art Education
This course is directed toward the practice of teaching children art and participating meaningfully in childrens interpretative practices. Art education students design and implement developmentally appropriate lesson…
Choral Methods 9-12
The study of teaching and directing techniques for the senior high school. Involves general music, choral music, repertoire, voicing, curriculum design, discipline, learning styles, teaching strategies, and philosophy.…
Advanced Methods in Art Education
Introduction to the concept of the artist/ teacher. Art education curriculum, unit and lesson planning, evaluation, motivation, instructional materials, and observational techniques for the middle through secondary art…
Music in the Elementary School
A class designed for the music education major with emphasis on the development of childrens listening, performance, literacy, and creative-expressive skills. Students will learn how to: 1) design age appropriate lesson…
A class designed for the music education major. The study of teaching and directing techniques for the middle/junior high school learner, with emphasis on the physical, psychological, and emotional development of…
Special Topics
A course, on a special topic in the discipline at the post-baccalaureate or master degree level, offered on the basis of need, interest, or time lines. May be repeated for credit. See registrars office current class…
Educational Foundations
Orientation to the field of education; study of historical, philosophical, and social foundations of education; study of legal, political, economic, and governmental basis of education; overview of innovative…
Recognizing the relationship between reading and writing in developing student literacy, this writing course prepares teacher candidates to attend to the other half of literacy: writing. Participants will learn how to…
Emphasis on introduction to best educational practices related to curriculum, instruction, and assessment. This course includes lesson planning, lesson presentations, and lesson reflection and analysis. Emphasis on…
Student Teaching CC/Secondary
Teaching at the secondary level for an entire semester with one quarter in a middle school and the other in a high school. Capstone experience typically completed in the final semester. Prerequisite: admission to…
Student Teaching: Elementary/Middle
Teaching at the elementary and middle school levels. Capstone experience typically completed in the final semester. Prerequisite: admission to student teaching. May be repeated for credit. Graded CR/NC.
Student Teaching Seminar
Designed to assist student teachers in integrating theory with practice through discussion and individual conferences. Special emphasis on specific aspects of the teaching profession such as contracts, career, and life…
Independent Study
This course provides independent reading and/or research, at the post-baccaulareate or master degree level, under the direction of a faculty member. Refer to the academic policy section for independent study policy. May…