1940-1941 Academic Catalog

DESCRIPTION OF COURSES 41 interest, organization of materials and a program, pro– fessional ethics, relationship to pupils, colleagues, supe– riors, parents and community. Two hours, one semester. 9. ACTIVITY PROGRAM Demonstration and practice given in the activity program as advocated by leaders in modern elementary education. Two hours, one semester. 10. EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY (Elementary) The psychology of learning and individual differences ap– plied to teaching the elementary school subjects. Three hours a week, second semester. 11. CHILDREN'S LITERATURE A study, from the literary and educational point of view, of the best literature for elementary school children, folk literature, fiction, poetry. Emphasis on development of standards for selecting materials. Three hours, one semester. 13. STORIES AND STORY TELLING The technique of story telling studied, how to select and adapt stories to the elementary grades. Expression and voice work carried on individually. Actual practice given in telling stories to children. Three hours, one semester. 14. PRINCIPLES OF ELEMENTARY EDUCATION A study of the aims and objectives of elementary education, the psychological and biological bases for present practices as to subject matter and methodology. Three hours, second semester. 16. INTRODUCTION TO EDUCATION A guidance course designed to assist students in choosing their teaching fields, and the qualifications of personality and scholarship necessary for success. Two hours a week, second semester. 16. REMEDIAL READING Detailed study of remedial methods and tests in elementary reading with special attention given to methods advocated by recognized authorities. Actual practice given in doing remedial work with children. Three hours, one semester. 17. HISTORY OF EDUCATION A study of the evolution of American educational ideals and practices, with special refer ence to the origin and develop– ment of those features of our present-day practices which are most characteristically American. Designed for ele– mentary teachers. Three hours credit, first semester. 18. MUSIC EDUCATION Development of the skills and methods a teacher needs to work effectively under supervision. Practice in conduct– ing and planning materials for use is provided. Two hours credit, first semester.