Curriculum & Instruction (CI)
An introduction to the critical thinking skills in education, an orientation of the teaching profession, and an overview of the historical, sociological, multicultural, and philosophical issues affecting schools and teachers.
The study of the foundations of elementary mathematics including numeration systems, number theory, and consumer mathematics with emphasis on problem solving and teaching strategies.
Pre-req: MTH 130 with a minimum grade of D or MTH 130H with a minimum grade of D or MTH 127 with a minimum grade of D.
The introduction of selection and evaluation techniques of computer courseware and hardware for classrooms K-12 with consideration for CAI, CMI and specific skills for K-12 students.
Study of elementary mathematics including structure of the real number system, statistics, probability, informal and transformational geometry, and basic algebraic operations with emphasis on problem solving and teaching strategies.
Pre-req: CI 101 with a minimum grade of C and (MTH 127 with a minimum grade of D or MTH 130 with a minimum grade of D).
Introduction to teaching science in elementary schools emphasizing inquiry-based science and engineering practices utilizing effective research-based teaching strategies including seminars, discussions and investigations.
Pre-req: MTH 127 with a minimum grade of D or MTH 130 with a minimum grade of D.
A course based upon an Instructional Television Series broadcast by public television. The student is responsible for viewing the series on the air and satisfying all course requirements announced by the division.
This course is an investigation of techniques and approaches to helping children learn mathematics with special emphasis on the use of manipulative materials in a laboratory setting.
Pre-req: CI 201 with a minimum grade of C and Admitted to Teacher ED with a score of 4.
Study of factors shaping curriculum and exploration and assessment of appropriate curriculum for young children in transition from pre-operational to concrete operational stages of development. Field experience included.
Pre-req: Admitted to Teacher ED with a score of 4.
A study of literary genres' characteristics and implementation within the elementary classroom, with emphasis on methods of presentation and a review of English grammar and language.
Study of modern techniques and practices in the teaching and assessment of reading and language arts: Part 1
Pre-req: CI 342 with a minimum grade of C.
This course examines strategies for learning from text, studying different types of textual material, monitoring learning, and integrating oral and written discourse.
Pre-req: Admitted to Teacher ED with a score of 4.
Critical examination and skill development using commercial, non-commercial, and computer generated media. Emphasis will be placed on its application to teaching and learning.
An introduction to materials and methods for teaching social studies in the elementary school including goals, processes, strategies, and evaluation.
Pre-req: Admitted to Teacher ED with a score of 4.
An overview of the development of early childhood education related research, pre-primary program models, elementary school organizational patterns, program planning and techniques of working with parents.
Study of procedures for creating a functional middle childhood curriculum with emphasis upon the needs of transecents.
Pre-req: Admitted to Teacher ED with a score of 4.
The study of methods appropriate for teaching in the middle childhood grades and the production and utilization of materials and resources based upon the needs of middle childhood learners.
Pre-req: Admitted to Teacher ED with a score of 4.
Study of methods appropriate for teaching in the middle childhood grades, and production and utilization of materials and resources in these grades. Middle school clinical experience is required.
Pre-req: Admitted to Teacher ED with a score of 4 and CI 401 with a minimum grade of C.
All-day teaching under supervision in cooperating schools; periodic seminars, conducted by University faculty, accompany student teaching.
Supervised student teaching (4-6 hrs). All-day teaching under supervision in cooperating schools. Periodic semiars conducted by university faculty accompany student teaching. Prerequisites: Methods and permission.
All-day kindergarten teaching under supervision in cooperating schools; periodic seminars, conducted by University faculty, accompany student teaching.
General secondary/middle school course with emphasis on instructional standards and objectives, methods, and materials of the disciplines. A clinical experience provides observation and teaching.
Pre-req: Admitted to Teacher ED with a score of 5.
This is a lecture-discussion course designed to survey current autism definitions, rates of incidence, conceptual models, and educational designs relating to autistic children, youth, and adults.
This course allows elementary education students to critically examine a variety of classroom management strategies and educational issues that impact instruction. PR: Full admission to the Teacher Education Program
Pre-req: Admitted to Teacher ED with a score of 4.
General K-6 course with emphasis on instructional standards and objectives, methods, and materials for Reading, Language Arts and Social Studies.
Pre-req: Admitted to Teacher ED with a score of 5 and CI 343 with a minimum grade of C and CI 446 with a minimum grade of C.
General K-6 course with emphasis on instructional standards and objectives, methods and materials for mathematics and science.
Pre-req: CI 201 with a minimum grade of C and Admitted to Teacher ED with a score of 4 and BSC 105 with a minimum grade of C and CI 248 with a minimum grade of C.
Classroom management with emphasis on practical techniques for dealing with management problems in secondary and middle school settings.
Pre-req: Admitted to Teacher ED with a score of 4.
All-day teaching under supervision in cooperating schools; periodic seminars conducted by University faculty accompany student teaching.
All-day student teaching in cooperating middle schools; periodic seminars conducted by University faculty accompany student teaching.
Supervised student teaching (4-6 hrs). All-day teaching under supervision in cooperating schools. Periodic seminars conducted by university faculty accompany student teaching. Prerequisites: Methods and permission.
Multicultural education with an emphasis on methods and materials for teaching students from diverse cultural backgrounds.
A Level II Clinical Experience teaching in an elementary or secondary public school. An opportunity to put theory into classroom practice.
Pre-req: Admitted to Teacher ED with a score of 5.
A Level II Clinical Experience teaching in an elementary school. An opportunity to put theory into classroom practice.
Pre-req: Admitted to Teacher ED with a score of 5.
A Level II Clinical Experience teaching in an elementary or secondary public school. An opportunity to put theory into classroom practice.
Pre-req: Admitted to Teacher ED with a score of 5.