Course Descriptions
An orientation to education for students who plan to enter the profession. Early field experience included. 1-1-1. (Fall, Spring)
Education 301, Computer Education Seminar, 1 semester hour
A seminar in which students will develop basic computer skills; identify and evaluate software appropriate for classroom management and computer assisted instruction; examine authoring systems; and survey the software commonly used in public schools. 1-0-1. (Fall, Spring)
Education 302 Literacy Foundations 3 semester hours
A course designed with emphasis on the reading process as a fundamental
aspect of the entire elementary school curriculum. The focus is on
theory, reading development and the methods of teaching reading and the
related skills involved. Current research and paractices will be
examined and evaluated. Each student will be required to observe the
teaching of reading in the public school classroom. Participatory field
experiences in the public schools are required. 3-1-3
3.000 Credit Hours
3.000 Lecture hours
Levels: Undergraduate
Schedule Types: Lecture/Lab, Web Enables Instruction(WebCT)
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Education 305, Language Arts in the Elementary School, 3 semester hours
Planning, teaching and evaluating the language arts across the curriculum, with emphasis on the creative integration of the whole language approach and effective lesson planning that addresses the needs and abilities of elementary children. 3-0-3. (Fall)
Education 312, Practicum in Reading, 3 semester hours
A course designed to provide experiences for the preservice teacher in the teaching of reading and diagnosing reading problems on the K-6 level. Emphasis is placed on the causes of reading disabilities, diagnostic instruments, standard and informal assessment procedures, report writing, and materials and methods of reading instruction. Work with individual students and small groups in the public school classroom. Prerequisite: EDUC 302. 3-1-3. (Fall, Spring) WLII
Education 313, Teaching the Student with Special Needs, 2 semester hours
This course is a general introduction to the characteristics and educational needs of individuals with special needs. It provides an introduction to the issues and trends in special education, the traditional categorical descriptions of individuals, and current classroom practices. Strategies for teaching both categorically labeled and at-risk students in the regular classroom are presented throughout the course. 2-0-2. (Fall, Spring)
Education 316, Teaching Reading in the Content Areas, 3 semester hours
A course designed to give an overview of reading development; to aid in integrating content areas and reading techniques; to study procedures of teaching specific reading and study skills; and to explore the implications of research for teaching at the secondary level. 3-0-3. (Fall, Spring )
Education 320, Children's Literature, 3 semester hours
A critical study of classical and current books and materials covering the selection appropriate to the K-8 levels. Emphasis is on creative presentation methods designed to enhance all ability levels; includes bibliotherapy and censorship. 3-0-3. (Spring)
Education 325 Foundations and Curriculum in Education 3 semester hours
A study of the social, cultural, philosophical, and historical
influences on the development of education in the United States.
Includes an introduction to the American public school curriculum.
Prerequisite: EDUC201. 3-1-3
3.000 Credit Hours
3.000 Lecture hours
Levels: Undergraduate
Schedule Types: Lecture/Lab, Web Enables Instruction(WebCT)
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Education 401 Seminar in Multicultural Experience 1 semester hour
This seminar will provide opportunity for students to develop appreciation for students from
culturally diverse populations and to plan appropriate strategies for individual learning needs.
1-0-1 (Fall/S, Spring/BS).
Education 430, Methods of Teaching - Elementary, 3 semester hours
The investigation and demonstration of various teaching strategies, including planning, delivering, and evaluating instruction. 3-1-3. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education. (Fall, Spring)
Education 431, Teaching the Young Adolescent, 3 semester hours
This course will focus on the young adolescent by introducing the middle school concept and philosophy and by applying this knowledge to students ages 10-15 years of age. Emphasis will be placed on setting goals and objectives, applying appropriate methodology, implementing exploratory education, and organizational patterns appropriate for the middle school students. 3-1-3. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education. (Fall, Spring)
Education 432, Methods of Teaching - Secondary, 3 semester hours
A study of current methods and materials for approved subject areas in secondary school. Emphasis will be placed on planning for instruction, the selection and implementation of appropriate teaching models, instructional materials, instructional delivery, and evaluation techniques. 3-1-3. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education. (Fall, Spring)
Education 440, Classroom Management, 3 semester hours
This course focuses on various strategies for establishing the types of classroom conditions and student behavior that provide optimal learning environments. 3-1-3. (Fall, Spring)
Education 450, Student Teaching, 12 semester hours
A fifteen-week period of full-time supervised teaching at the
appropriate level. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education and
completion of all coursework. Application for Student Teaching
Required. 12 hrs
12.000 Credit Hours
12.000 Lecture hours
Levels: Undergraduate
Schedule Types: Practicum/Supervised, Web Enables Instruction(WebCT)
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Education 495, Independent Study, 1-3 semester hours
Individual study of special subject under the guidance of an instructor whose specialty is appropriate. Prerequisite: approval of department chair, instructor, and Dean of Academic Affairs.
MAED 330
Methods of teaching mathematics in elementary and middle school
classrooms are explored. Emphasis will be placed on the planning,
teaching, and assessing of mathematics in authentic settings.
Participatory field experiences in the public schools are
required.Prerequisite: MATH204. 3-0-3
3.000 Credit Hours
3.000 Lecture hours
Levels: Undergraduate
Schedule Types: Lecture, Web Enables Instruction(WebCT)
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Education Department
This is the portion under School of Education - Admission to Tacher
Education Prgram #6 should read as follows:
6) Obtain the minimum scores currently required by State Board of
Education on the PRAXIS I examinations or equivalent SAT or ACT scores.
These scores are subject to change by the State Board of Education.
Applicants must satisfy the score requirements in effect at the time of
admission to the Teacher Education Program.
Under requirements for B.S. Degree with a Major in elemntary Education
(K-6), Additional requirements to meet NC Licensure -it should read
Additional requirements to meet NC licensure:
GEOL 105, MUSC 225, ARTS 225, POLS 202, HIST 245, BIOL 111, CHEM 103 or
PHYS 103, MATH 105, and one American Literature and one British or
World Literature course. (CHEM 111 and POLS 304 are acceptable
substitutions for licensure requirements.)