1942-1943 Academic Catalog

34 DE RIPTION OF COURSES 22. Arithmetic A content course designed to make the student proficient in the fundamental process s and their applications as related to the ele– mentary grades. Attention is given to the history of arithmetic. Teaching methods are discussed as problems arise. Three hours credit, one semester. 23. Student Teaching Teaching and observation for a total of twelve weeks, in three different situations. One hour daily with weekly conferences with supervisor and critic teacher. Three hours first or second semester. 24. Child Psychology This course will present the elements of child nature, individual differences, and the significance of early behavior patterns. Three hours, one semester. 25. Kindergarten-Primary Program Kindergarten-primary technique in dealing with the child at play, eating, sleeping, in emotional stress and in social adjustment. Special kindergarten-primary programs studied. Two hours, one semester. 26. Graphic Expression Free hand drawing and sketching planned to develop individual technique. Two hours credit, one semester. 27. Design A course for beginners planned to develop creative power and understanding of design as a factor in art expression. Through the use of materials and media varied approaches to creative experience are employed, developing artistic judgment. Two hours credit, one semester. 28. Methods and Materials A course designed to give practice in use of materials employed in teaching elementary grade art. Helps and devices given for school– room practice. Two hours credit, one semester. 29. Tests and Measurements A study of intelligence tests, standardized tests, and the new-type subject-matter test, with the meaning and application of statistical methods. Two hours credit, one semester. 30. Handwriting The methodology of teaching handwriting in the elementary grades and the improvement of the wTiting ability are taught in this course. One hour credit, one semester. Secondary Education: Professors Hostetler and Steele 8. Class Management 4- discussion of management factors which must be met by tea ch– er in the classroom. Two hours credit, one semester.