2021-22 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

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-4100 3 hours Teaching Mathematics: Middle Childhood –Fa In this course, teacher candidates will examine major theories, seminal works, and instructional strategies associated with learning-centered teaching practices for middle childhood mathematics. Using a variety of current P–12 curricula and standards from NCTM, InTASC, and AMLE, and Ohio learning standards, teacher candidates will develop and implement lesson plans, a variety of assessments, classroom appropriate technology, critical thinking techniques, and differentiation to meet the needs of learners. 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 Childhood Mathematics –Fa In this course, teacher-candidates will examine middle childhood mathematical concepts through in-depth problem solving strategies. Teacher-candidates will develop current classroom technology practices, critical thinking and questioning techniques, and relevant conceptual and procedural knowledge tasks in order to advance learning for all learners. Prerequisite: EDUC-2800 Principles of Mathematics II. EDMC-4200 Teaching Science: Middle Childhood –Fa 3 hours An introduction to the professional knowledge, skills, methods and instructional strategies required for teaching middle school science, based on Ohio Educator Standards, AMLE teacher preparation standards and NSTA science teacher preparation standards within the context of a biblical framework. Emphasis is on the facilitation of learning and innovation skills for middle school students. 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. This course requires a current Ohio FBI Background Clearance Report to be on file with the School of Education for the duration of the field experience. Prerequisite: successful completion of the M.C. Methods I block. Corequisite: other courses in the M.C. Methods II block. (Fee: $45) 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. This course requires a current Ohio FBI Background Clearance Report to be on file with the School of Education for the duration of the field experience. Prerequisite: successful completion of the M.C. Methods II block. (Fee: $380) 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:$45) 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: $30) 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-4450 2 hours Adolescent/Young Adult Field Experience –Fa An opportunity for the implementation of the objectives, skills, and instructional strategies in a setting appropriate for each discipline area. Teacher candidates teach two–three periods a day for five weeks. Prerequisite: admission to the Teacher Education Program. Corequisites: other courses in the Adolescent and Young Adult Principles of Teaching block . (Fee: $45) EDSE-4880 1–3 hours Topics in Adolescent andYoung Adult Education –Fa, Sp, Su Selected topics in adolescent and young adult education that will complement or extend existing courses or expose candidates to topics not taught in other courses; may be proposed by an EDSE faculty or student. Prerequisite: faculty advisor or instructor’s permission. Page 254 2021–22 Undergraduate Academic Catalog Course Descriptions EDMC-4000 – EDSE-4880 EDUCATION