Math Methods
A study of the various techniques for teaching mathematical concepts to children in the middle grades. An emphasis is placed on practical approaches based on research and learning theory. The development of concepts is built around hands-on activities that allow children to go beyond specific information, to discover relationships and generalities, and to solve problems. […]
Math for Teachers II
A continuation of EDF 241. Includes an introduction to probability and statistics, geometry, and problem solving. Offered every spring. (Minimum grade “C”)
Math for Teachers I
Designed for early elementary and middle grade teacher education majors to provide a working knowledge of geometric and arithmetic sequences, operations with whole numbers, rational numbers, real numbers, the concept of equations, number theory, and problem solving. Offered every fall. (Prerequisite: 17 or above on the math sub-test of the ACT.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Behavior Management
Techniques of behavioral management of exceptional students in special education settings. Applied behavior analysis and interventions are discussed with research based implementary guides (Offered Spring Even Semesters)
English Composition I*
This course is designed to help students understand and develop their writing, reading, and thinking abilities through writing and the examination of any variety of texts, including literature, with emphasis on the writing process, and to prepare students to develop analytical, interpretive, and synthesizing abilities. Students in this course will also be introduced to library […]
Creative Writing
A course emphasizing the writing of short stories, with study and practical application of the major elements of fiction, with attention to writing processes and projects appropriate to children in middle school through early high school. (Prerequisite: ENG 102 or 103.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Developmental Psychology
The study of life span human development, with special concern for the genetic and environmental factors which influence the mental, emotional, and moral development of a person. Each of the following stages of lifespan development are included in this study: prenatal development and birth, infancy, early childhood, middle and late childhood, adolescence, early adulthood, middle […]
English Composition II*
English 102 builds on skills learned in English 101 by further leading students to analyze and write critically about any variety of texts, including literature, and to apply research skills toward the production of a research paper. (Prerequisite: a grade of C or higher in ENG 101.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Masterpieces of American Literature*
This course introduces masterpieces of literature written in English by writers from the United States. Through close reading of selected celebrated texts, students will gain a broader appreciation of the American literary heritage while developing depth and insight in their understanding of specific texts. (Minimum grade “C”)
Grammar of the English Language
A systematic and rigorous survey of the structure of contemporary English grammar. This course explores usage problems associated with contemporary grammar in both speech and writing. Some of the topics covered in the course will include the structure of clauses and phrases, word classes, linking clauses, punctuation, various usage problems (e.g. subject-verb agreement, pronoun agreement, […]