Undergraduate Courses
Courses In Educational Psychology (EPSY)
3303 Child and Adolescent Development (3-0). A study of human developmental processes from childhood to adolescence including physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and personality development. Aspects of learning, motivation, classroom management, behavior management, diverse learners, and socio-cultural elements are examined. A case study report is required.
Courses In Reading (RDG)
3339 Reading in the Middle School Classroom (3-0). A study of the integrated language arts process in the elementary classroom. Focus on effective teaching of the language arts modes of listening, speaking, reading, writing, viewing, and representing. Prerequisites: Reading 2306.
4320 Reading in the Secondary School Content Areas (3-0). A study of reading skills, learning and study and higher level thinking skills development in the content areas. Includes determining the readability of curriculum materials, adapting learning experiences, planning curriculum to accommodate student diversity in reading ability, and assessing student learning. A field experience component is required. Prerequisites: Admission to the Educator Preparation Program.
Courses In Professional Education (ED)
2202 Teacher Education and Practice (2-0). Designed to provide an overview of the practice of teaching in today’s society and the skills and tools required by the classroom teacher.
2323 Introduction to Computer Technology (3-0). A survey of computer technology systems supporting the instructional process with emphasis on technology foundations, acquisition of information, communications, problem solving, productivity, and evaluation tools. The course will introduce the student to technology concepts and terminology and to a wide range of microcomputer applications including presentation software, desktop publishing, authoring systems, telecommunications, multimedia, graphics, and integrated packages. Students must have applied and been accepted into the Teacher Education Program prior to enrolling in any of the upper division education courses listed below.
3313 Bilingual Education (3-0). A study of bilingual education in the United States and Texas with emphasis on state and federal legislation, assessment, curriculum, and teaching in a bilingual setting will be emphasized.
3314 Linguistically Diverse Learners (3-0). Designed to enhance awareness, respect, understanding, and appreciation of the strengths of linguistically and culturally diverse learners through an examination of the research, the study of theory, curriculum, assessment methodology, and classroom environments that foster a climate of respect, learning, equity, and excellence.
4309 Mathematics: Instructional Strategies for the Elementary and Middle School Teacher (2-2). This field-based course emphasizes the integration of research and theories about the process of learning mathematics. The development of logical reasoning in students, stages of intellectual development, appropriate questioning and problem-solving strategies and techniques will be used with students in a public school setting. The TEKS addressing basic mathematics information, methods, and materials will be included. (Must be taken concurrently with Education 4311, Education 4314.) Prerequisites: Mathematics 1302, Mathematics 1341, Mathematics 1342.
4311 Social Studies: Instructional Strategies for the Elementary and Middle School Teacher (2-2). This field-based course emphasizes the integration of research and theories about the processes of learning social studies in the elementary and middle school. Problem solving, critical thinking, and citizenship will be stressed. Appropriate strategies will be identified using concepts from the social studies. Field practicum is required. (Must be taken concurrently with Education 4309 and Education 4314.)
4314 Science: Instructional Strategies for the Elementary and Middle School Teacher (2-2). This field-based course emphasizes the integration of research and theories about the processes of learning science. The major science processes such as observing, experimenting, measuring, classifying, analyzing, interpreting, sequencing, recognizing properties and patterns, and inferring will be used with students in a public school setting. The TEKS addressing basic scientific information, methods, and materials will be included. (Must be taken concurrently with Education 4309, Education 4311.)
4321 Secondary School Organization and Curriculum (3-0). A study of the structure, organization, and management of the secondary school system emphasizing state and local structures in Texas. Includes an examination of special student populations, the legal and ethical aspects of teaching, and career development. A field experience component is required. (Must be admitted to the Educator Preparation Program.)
4322 Teaching Techniques in the Secondary School (3-0). A study of the teaching process in the secondary school, including measurement and evaluation of student achievement, instructional media and technology, and planning. A field experience in a secondary school is required. (Must be admitted to Student Teaching Program.)
4323 Teaching Techniques in the Secondary School (3-0). A study of the teaching process in the secondary school, including planning, classroom management, and questioning strategies. This course must be taken concurrently with student teaching. Prerequisite: Reading 4320, Education 4321, 4322, and admission into the Student Teaching Program.
4381 Special Topics (3-0). Selected topics in education. May be repeated once for credit when topic varies.
4391 Research. A specialized course that may be directed reading or research for superior students in education.
Courses In Student Teaching (ED)
4630 Supervised Teaching the in Secondary School. Observation of and participation in supervised teaching in the secondary school. Grading will be either pass or fail.
4972 Teaching Practicum in Grade 4 to Grade 8. Participation in supervised teaching Grade 4 to Grade 8. Grading will be either pass or fail.
4973 Supervised Teaching in the High School (9-0). Observation of and participation in supervised teaching in appropriate public school settings for students seeking Grades 8-12 teacher certification.
