Students must be formally accepted into the School of Education prior to enrolling in most upper-division teacher education courses. Applications for admission into the School of Education and for admission to clinical practice are filed in the School of Education Office on or before October 1 or February 1 of each academic year.
Application for admission into the School of Education is completed no sooner than the second semester of the sophomore year. The application process includes:
o Passing scores on the PRAXIS Core Academic Skills for Educators (CASE) test series;
o Demonstration of teacher dispositions and written and oral competence;
o Reference screening; and
o Completion of a State Police background check.
The applicant must also achieve and maintain a 2.75 cumulative grade point average and have successfully completed two of the following three professional courses from among the common courses* required for every teacher education major: Edu 204, Edu 255, Psy 300. Note: Students transferring a course equivalent to Edu 204 must also take Edu 108 prior to admission to the School of Education.
Application for clinical practice (student teaching) is completed the semester prior to the clinical practice experience. The deadline to apply is October 1 or February 1 Prerequisites include:
- Completion of required course work;
- Submission of a professional portfolio;
- Recommendation of faculty in area of certification and completion of PRAXIS specialty and PLT exams;
Edu 204: Introduction to Education
Examines the historical, philosophical, and social foundations of education; focus upon the organization, curriculum, and administration of the American school system; review of current educational research. Includes a required field component. May not be taken as directed study.
Edu 246: Technology Application and Integration in Education
Introduction to current educational technology hardware, software, and research-based practices that seek to have a positive impact on teaching and learning in diverse settings and with diverse populations. Specific emphasis will focus on awareness of best-practice technology integration techniques into the design, execution, and assessment of learning. Candidates will practice using 21st-century technology equipment to leverage necessary skills as a future education professional. Field Experience required.
Edu 255: Teaching Diverse Populations of Children and Youth
Introduction to issues regarding elements of diversity in P–12 children and youth that affect educational performance and outcomes. Elements of diversity examined include: gender, race, ethnicity, culture, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, language, exceptionalities, religion, and geographical area. Current issues include: legal requirements at state and federal levels, definitions, characteristics, educational needs of identified and at-risk students, appropriate adaptations/accommodations/modifications for school environments and for instructional design/implementation/assessment and ethical professional practice. Field experience required.
Psy 300: Developmental Psychology
A study of human growth and development from conception to death. The course deals with physical, social, emotional, intellectual, moral, and personality development at all age levels, and the respective theories; the effects of heredity and environment on the developmental process.
Edu 301: Growth, Development, and Learning Theory
This course provides an in-depth study of human growth and development with respect to physical, social, cognitive, gender, emotional, and personality issues, in conjunction with consideration of theories of learning and teaching that apply to student development. Field experience required.
Edu 303: Teaching Strategies
This course is an investigation of the skills of teaching which are applicable at any grade level. Emphasis is placed on the application of teaching strategies in the classroom setting. This course will include curriculum concepts and professional evaluations. Field is required.
Edu 340: Teaching Secondary School Subjects
Overview of secondary school structure, historical perspective, curriculum, diagnosis, planning. Comprehensive thirty-hour field experience in an area high school is required. May not be taken as a directed study.
Edu 360: Teaching Literacy across the Curriculum
This course, designed for secondary majors, surveys methods of teaching literacy as a secondary teacher of English and as a secondary teacher of content; it also addresses the effective use of assessment, instructional materials, and organization of a literacy program, focusing on current research and practice.
Edu 406: Classroom Management
This course acquaints the candidate with management techniques and theory, effective classroom environments, discipline techniques, effective classroom behaviors, conferencing, observation and report writing skills. Fifteen field hours required.
Edu 410: Methods and Materials: Secondary Curriculum
Examines teaching techniques/strategies for secondary classroom. Focus upon instructional materials in various areas of secondary certification; use of media; and micro-teaching. Thirty-hour field experience in candidate’s major discipline required. May not be taken as a directed study.
Edu 419: Practicum – P–12 ART or SPANISH Programs
Supervised teaching experience during the semester immediately preceding clinical practice. Focuses on the assessment, design, and implementation of systemic instruction and collaboration for P–12 Art and Spanish majors with P–12 certification. Required 50 field hours and meetings with instructor.
Edu 438: Clinical Practice: P–12 Art or Spanish
Observation, participation, and teaching experiences for minimum of 70 days in approved public or private school; minimum of thirty-five (35) days in an elementary placement and a minimum of thirty five (35) days in middle grades OR secondary placement. If a placement cannot be secured a special request can be file with EPSB for an alternative placement. Includes development of professional portfolio. Only open to P-12 majors. Admission to clinical practice required.
Bio 100: Introduction to Biology
Basic principles of biological science with special emphasis on human biology. Selected topics of current interest and laboratory experiences are included. NOT OPEN TO BIOLOGY MAJORS.
Drm 141: Theatre Appreciation
A course designed for the beginning student that introduces and develops an appreciation for theatrical trends, styles, and historical developments. The course also develops a basic skill for reading, viewing, and evaluating plays.
Eng 101: Writing I
Through discussions, conferences, frequent practice, and peer review, this course helps students develop the ability to communicate their thoughts and experiences in writing that is clear and interesting.
Eng 102: Writing II
While refining the skills developed in Writing I, this course emphasizes argumentation through library research.
Eng 201: Introduction to Fiction
A study of the elements of fiction, including both short fiction and the novel.
Eng 202: Introduction to Poetry
An examination of the elements of poetry through discussion and analysis of representative poetic works.
Eng 203: Introduction to Drama
A survey of drama as a literary form from its beginnings to the present day.
Eng 204: Introduction to Literature
An introduction to the principal forms of literature — fiction, poetry, and drama — through study of selected works.
His 101: Survey of World Civilization I
The development of world civilizations from the earliest times to the Age of Exploration, emphasizing the main events, people, and ideas shaping each civilization and the corresponding events and ideas in the non-Western world and the inter-relationships among various civilizations. Fulfills Global History requirement.
His 102: Survey of World Civilization II
The development of world civilizations from the Age of Exploration to the present, emphasizing the main events, people, and ideas shaping each civilization and the corresponding events and ideas in the non- Western world and the inter-relationships among civilizations. Fulfills Global History requirement.
His 201: History of the United States I
Social, cultural, and political history of the U.S. from colonial times to the Civil War.
His 202: History of the United States II
Social, cultural, and political history of the U.S. from the Civil War to the present.
PhS 110: Integrated Physical Science
This course introduces students to core foundation concepts in physical science, including space science, earth systems, force and motion, and energy (light energy, heat energy, sound energy, electrical energy and magnetism). Practical hands-on activities will be strongly emphasized.
PhS 104: Elements of Astronomy
An introduction to astronomy, aspects of the sky, earth’s motion and time-keeping, the moon, eclipses, and the physical features of planets
Pls 201: American Government
Introduction to the government and political system of the United States, including a study of the values and principles of the U.S. federal system of government, the role of public opinion, the media, voter participation, political parties and interest groups, the institutions of government, and selected issues of public policy.
Soc 204: Principles of Sociology
An introduction to the major concepts and principles relating to the study of society, social institutions, and social interaction.
Eco 204: Survey of Economics
For NON-BUSINESS MAJORS ONLY, this course makes students aware of economic issues facing them and facilitates their understanding of these issues and related policy perspectives.
