Note: Semesters listed are when courses are normally offered. However, course offerings may change due to low course enrollment or unexpected staffing changes.

107 BILINGUAL EDUCATION FIELD EXPERIENCE (0)
Students seeking a Bilingual endorsement register for this course in conjunction with Education 225, 341, 342, and 345. Field Experience: 100 hours.

108 ESL EDUCATION FIELD EXPERIENCE (0)
Students seeking an ESL endorsement register for this course in conjunction with Education 225, 341, 342, and 345. Field Experience: 100 hours.

201 FINE ARTS IN EDUCATION (3)

FALL/SPRING

This course examines the educational, communicative, and aesthetic value of dance, music, drama, and art. Students will consider the role fine arts play in reflecting history and culture, and how to promote all students’ abilities to express themselves creatively. Topics include concepts, techniques, materials, cultural dimensions, and interrelationships of the visual arts, music, drama, and dance. Fulfills the fine arts requirement.

203 INTRODUCTION TO EDUCATION (3)

FALL/SPRING

This course is a broad-based introduction to the role of schooling in society and the profession of teaching. It includes an overview of the history of education from preliterate societies to the present, an examination of various philosophical perspectives or schools of thought, and a discussion of critical issues facing educators today. Students take 203 in their sophomore year. Field Experience: 50 hours. Prerequisites: Psychology 123.

225 FOUNDATIONS OF TEACHING BILINGUAL/ESL (3)

SPRING-EVEN

This course introduces students to an understanding of the historical, philosophical, socioeconomic, and educational issues that led to the formation of bilingual/ESL educational policies, programs, and services for culturally diverse populations. Current trends, issues, and research for bilingual/ESL classrooms will be examined. Aspects of language learning and acquisition theories as they pertain to bilingual/ESL will be included. Field Experience: 25 hours. Prerequisite: concurrent or prior enrollment in Education 203.

303 EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY (3)

FALL/SPRING

One main focus of this course is the psychology of learning. Topics include human development, differences in learning abilities, the impact of culture, and theoretical approaches to the process of learning. Another main focus is the psychology of teaching. Topics include understanding motivation, classroom management, creating a conducive learning environment, and classroom assessment. These topics are presented from elementary, middle grades, and secondary education perspectives. Field Experience: 50 hours. Prerequisites: Psychology 123, Education 203, Special Education 216.

310 TEACHING READING IN GRADES K-9 (3)

FALL/SPRING

Students examine approaches and methods in teaching of reading. Course content includes emphasis on reading skills, assessment of pupil progress, and classroom organization for the teaching of reading. All elementary teacher education students must take this course prior to the student-teaching assignment. Field Experience: 20 hours. Prerequisites: Education 203, Psychology 123, Special Education 216, junior standing.

311 TEACHING READING IN THE CONTENT AREAS (2)	FALL/SPRING
This course focuses on teaching reading in various subject areas. Specific instruction in reading strategies at the sixth- through 12th-grade levels with current theory and techniques for the teaching of reading in various content areas will be emphasized. Students will design lessons and learn to develop skills in improving reading specific to their content area. Prerequisite: Education 203.

313 TEACHING LANGUAGE ARTS IN GRADES K-9 (1)	FALL/SPRING
This course focuses on the listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills within the language arts and emphasizes integrating language arts throughout the school curriculum. Prerequisites: Education 203, English 103 and 104.

317 TEACHING BIBLE IN GRADES K-9 (1)	FALL
This course offers a study of materials, methods, and issues connected with teaching Bible in grades K-9. It is recommended for students who plan to teach in a Christian school. Prerequisite: junior standing.

335 TEACHING IN MIDDLE GRADES (3)	FALL/SPRING
An overview of middle grade-school philosophy and school structure. Includes a study of curriculum, pedagogy, and instructional strategies used in the middle grades. Field Experience: 50 hours in the middle grades. Prerequisite: Education 203.

340 CROSS CULTURAL/MULTICULTURAL ISSUES IN EDUCATION (3)

FALL-ODD

This course will focus on issues in education related to linguistic, cultural, and ethnic diversity within the context of society faced with issues of poverty, discrimination, racism, and sexism. Learning and communication styles and the impact of teacher expectation on student achievement will be examined. Effective utilization of the rich resources represented by the home and the community will be explored. Prerequisites: Psychology 123; Education 203 for education majors and minors.

341 THEORY AND METHODS OF ESL INSTRUCTION (3)

FALL-ODD

This course focuses on relevant topics concerning English as a second language along with the nature and function of language. Multicultural issues will be examined as they relate to a biblical worldview. Methods of teaching, listening, speaking, reading, and writing will be presented. Students will select and analyze ESL materials critically. Field Experience: 25 hours (register for Ed 107 or 108). Prerequisites: Psychology 121 or Psychology 123.

342 METHODS AND MATERIALS OF TEACHING BILINGUAL STUDENTS (3)

SPRING-ODD

This course will present a variety of program models, methodologies, and strategies that are appropriate for the bilingual student. Students will study methods and materials for teaching mathematics, science, and social studies, and techniques for managing multilevel classrooms and curriculum development programs aimed at assisting students in a bilingual program. Field Experience: 25 hours (register for 107 or 108). Prerequisites: Education 203 or current teacher certification.

345 ASSESSMENT OF BILINGUAL/ESL STUDENTS (3)

FALL-EVEN

The purpose of this course is to expose students to formal and non-formal instruments and methods for testing bilingual/culturally and linguistically diverse (B/CLD) individuals, and issues on non-discriminatory testing. This course will examine a wide selection of assessment techniques, which recognize the impact of environment and society on linguistic and student performance. Field Experience: 25 hours (register for 107 or 108). Prerequisites: Education 203 or current teacher certification.

380 GENERAL METHODS (3)	FALL-SPRING
This course includes study and discussion of theories and techniques of teaching. Specific topics include planning, organizing, methods of instruction, and assessment. Novice teaching: 90 hours. Prerequisites: Education 203, 200 hours of field experience, acceptance into the Teacher Education program.

399 INDEPENDENT STUDY (1)

450 STUDENT-TEACHING: ELEMENTARY (5-10) (5)	FALL-SPRING
Student teacher interns may choose one 17-week placement or a 7-week placement AND a 10-week placement. During the student teaching internship the intern gradually assumes the full responsibilities of the cooperating teacher. Student teaching requires fulltime commitment for the entire semester. Concurrent enrollment in Education 454.

454 CONTEMPORARY ISSUES SEMINAR (3)	FALL/SPRING
This course meets weekly during the semester of student-teaching. Discussion topics include contemporary issues, worldview implications for teaching, interviewing, classroom management, and preparation for a teaching position. Students complete their digital portfolios.

455 STUDENT-TEACHING SECONDARY (5-10) (5)	FALL/SPRING
Student teacher interns may choose one 17-week placement or a 7-week placement AND a 10-week placement. During the student teaching internship the intern gradually assumes the full responsibilities of the cooperating teacher/s. Student teaching requires fulltime commitment for the entire semester. Concurrent enrollment in Education 454.

510 WRITING: THE CREATIVE CALL (1)