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EDMC-4000
3 hours
Reading and Writing in the Disciplines:
Middle Childhood
–Fa
An introduction to the range of strategies and programs for
teaching the reading process, including the nature of the reading
process, assessment techniques, and instructional strategies
to increase comprehension. The use of trade books and
informational books in the content areas across the disciplines
taught in the middle childhood grades is emphasized.
Prerequisite:
successful completion of the M.C. Methods I block. Corequisite:
other courses in the M.C. Methods II block.
EDMC-4050
2 hours
Responsive Schools for Middle Childhood
–Fa
An examination of the developmental periods of later childhood
and early adolescence from a psychological and sociological
perspective. The course will also examine how school programs
can be designed and implemented to deal with the unique aspects
of these developmental periods.
Prerequisite: admission into the
TEP courses in the M.C. Methods I block.
EDMC-4100
3 hours
Teaching Mathematics: Middle Childhood
–Fa
An introduction to the objectives, skills, and instructional
strategies for teaching middle school mathematics, based on
the Ohio Model and NCTM Standards. An associated clinical
experience provides opportunity for theory-driven application of
knowledge and skills.
Prerequisite: successful completion of the
M.C. Methods I block. Corequisite: other courses in the M.C.
Methods II block.
EDMC-4125
3 hours
Topics in Middle School Mathematics
–Fa
An investigative approach to selected mathematics topics that
are taught in middle schools. Topics include logic, mathematics
modeling, formulating, and problem solving in both mathematical
and every day life situations. Real world connections with
opportunities for exploration and communication by written, oral,
and technological presentations are provided.
Prerequisite: EDUC-
2800 Principles of Mathematics II.
EDMC-4200 Teaching Science: Middle Childhood
–Fa
3 hours
An introduction to the objectives, skills, and instructional
strategies for teaching middle school science, based on the Ohio
Model and NSTA Standards. The course provides a particular
emphasis on hands-on science instruction, the scientific method,
and the integration of science with other disciplines.
Prerequisite:
successful completion of the M.C. Methods I block. Corequisite:
other courses in the M.C. Methods II block.
(Fee: $95).
EDMC-4300
3 hours
Teaching Social Studies: Middle Childhood
–Fa
An introduction to the objectives, skills, and instructional
strategies for teaching middle school social studies, based on
the NSSA Standards. The course provides a particular emphasis
on the Ohio Model and the integration of social studies with
other disciplines.
Prerequisite: successful completion of the M.C.
Methods I block. Corequisite: other courses in the M.C. Methods
II block.
(Fee: $95)
EDMC-4440 Middle Childhood Field Experience II
–Fa
2 hours
This clinical experience allows the teacher candidate to apply
the theories, principles, and techniques provided in the associated
methods courses.
Prerequisite: successful completion of the M.C.
Methods I block. Corequisite: other courses in the M.C. Methods
II block.
(Fee: $135)
EDMC-4880
1–3 hours
Topics in Middle Childhood Education
–Fa, Sp, Su
Selected topics in middle childhood education that will
complement or extend existing courses or expose candidates to
topics not taught in other courses; may be proposed by an EDMC
faculty or student.
Prerequisites: faculty advisor and instructor’s
permission.
EDMC-4900
12 hours
Student Teaching and Seminar: Middle Childhood
–Fa, Sp
A teaching experience in a middle childhood setting under the
supervision of the mentor teacher and the University supervisor.
Required seminars encourage reflection on the teaching
experience as well as discussion of issues of importance to
educators.
Prerequisite: successful completion of the M.C.
Methods II block.
(Fee: $550)
Adolescent / Young Adult Education (EDSE)
EDSE-3000
4 hours
Principles of Teaching: Adolescent and
Young Adult Learners
–Fa
Teacher candidates learn to develop student-centered
instruction based on observable learning outcomes aligned with
curriculum guides, with emphasis on instructional models most
appropriate for adolescent to young adult (7–12th grade) students
implementing the use of 21st century skills and instructional
technology. The course examines, analyzes, and utilizes a variety
of teaching strategies, assessments, and classroom management
to facilitate differentiated student-centered instruction for all
students. Includes an in-school experience.
Prerequisite:
admission to the Teacher Education Program as an AYA or
MASPN candidate.
(Fee:$30)
EDSE-3300 Developmental Reading
–Sp
3 hours
This course focuses on the reading goals and processes used
in teaching English, language arts, and literature by language
arts teachers at the secondary level.
Corequisite: other courses in
the Adolescent and Young Adult Principles of Teaching block or
permission of department Chair.
(Fee: $30)
EDSE-3900 Music Education Field Experience
–Fa, Sp
2 hours
This supervised experience in a K–12 school prepares the
teacher candidate for the student teaching experience by providing
an opportunity to practice teaching methods. Candidates will be
evaluated and must show potential to be successful in student
teaching to receive credit.
Prerequisites: Admission to the Teacher
Education Program and completion of or concurrent registration
in MUED-3710 Music for Early Childhood; and/or MUED-3720
Music for Adolescent/Young Adults.
(Fee: $90)
EDSE-3990
1–3 hours
Independent Study in Adolescent andYoung Adult Education
–Fa, Sp, Su
An investigation of contemporary topics in adolescent and
young adult education through reading, writing, or creative
projects.
EDSE-4000
3 hours
Reading in the Content Areas: Adolescent andYoung
Adult
–Fa
An introduction to the range of strategies and programs for
learning and teaching the reading process, including the nature
of the reading process, assessment techniques, and instructional
strategies to provide increased comprehension of the textual
material of the disciplines represented by teacher candidates in
the class. This course is for Multi-Age Spanish and Adolescent and
Young Adult Teacher Education Program majors. This course will
be taught in online format.
Prerequisite: admission to the Teacher
Education Program. Corequisites: other courses in the Adolescent
and Young Adult Principles of Teaching block or permission of
department Chair.
2016–17 Undergraduate Academic Catalog
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Course Descriptions
EDMC-4000 – EDSE-4000
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