Courses

Mathematics education content, methods and materials which are appropriate for the cognitive development of the young child from Pre-K to Grade 5 will be investigated by means of course discussions and assignments, field placements/assignments, and course readings. Stu-dents will apply knowledge of content, methods and materials during field experience.

Mathematics education content, methods and materials which are appropriate for the cognitive development of the young child from Pre-K to Grade 5 will be investigated. Students will apply knowledge of content, methods and materials during field experience. Must be taken con-currently with ECED 4261, ECED 4262, ECED 4283 and READ 3262 or with advisor approval.

Students will examine curricular content, methodology, classroom organization and management, and materials used to teach science to children in grades P-5 by means of course discussions and assignments, field placements/assignments, and course readings. Emphasis will be placed on developmentally appropriate practices, teaching students with mild disabilities in science, and the integration of science with mathematics and other appropriate subject areas.

Students will examine content, methodology, skills, and materials used to teach science to children in grades P-5 by means of course discussions and assignments, field placements/assignments and course readings. Emphasis will be placed on developmentally appropriate practices and integration with mathematics and other appropriate subject areas. Must be taken concurrently with ECED 4261, ECED 4263, ECED 4283 and READ 3262 or with advisor approval.

Candidates will examine the current content and methodology of social studies education for young learners (grades PK) including those with disabilities. Candidates will explore ways to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners. Candidates will design and implement learning experiences and that incorporate the knowledge and skills appropriate for an elementary social studies program. Field experience required. Course equivalent ECED 4261.

Must be taken concurrently with ECED 4262, ECED 4263, ECED 4283 and READ 3262 or with Advisor approval.

Methodology of teaching music and art to children in grades K-6. Teaching techniques methods and materials are studied and evaluated.

A cross content approach will be used to emphasize the value of arts integration in the elementary classroom. Multiple techniques and media will be used to ensure that the integration of the four art disciplines will result in meaningful lessons and authentic learning experiences.

This course is an introduction to basic college level teaching, method and practice. traditional and non-traditional formats, testing and other assessment techniques, and

This course will provide teachers with information on theory and practice in bilingual/multicultural special education with emphasis on language and culture, assessment practices, and learning styles of bilingual children and diverse ethnicities. Field Experience Required.