1981-1982 Academic Catalog

31-363 Methods and Materials for Elementary Mathemat– ics 5 hours A course which includes the study and analysis of various procedures used in the elementary school mathematics program and the application of the findings with emphasis on methods and materials. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program and 3 l-182 Mathematics for the Elementary Teacher. 31-371 through 31-375 Elementary School Methods II 11 hours An introduction to the objectives, skills, and strategies of in– struction teaching aids, audio visuals, and resource materials; and implementation in field experience in the teaching of mathemat– ics, science, and social studies. Prerequisite: 31-390 Elementary School Methods I, 31-182 Mathematics for the Elementary Teacher, 31-363 Methods and Materials for Elementary Mathe– matics. 31-380 Practicum in Reading: Diagnostic and Remediation Techniques 3 hours Experience in the use of formal and informal testing to diag– nose various types of developmental and remedial reading prob– lems. Emphasis upon individual assessment techniques in identi– fication, testing, and causation of reading difficulty. Experience in the techniques of tutoring pupils having reading problems. Development of instructional strategies of diagnostic teaching. Prerequisite: 3 l-340 Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities 31-391through31-394 Elementary School Methods I 11 hours An introduction to the objectives, skills, and strategies of in– struction with a linguistic emphasis, and teaching aids, and re– source materials, and implementation in field experience in the teaching of reading, and language arts. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program. 31-400 Independent Study in Education 1-4 hours Investigation of comtemporary topics in education through reading, writing, or creative projects. Prerequisite: 15 hours in education. 31-440 Special Student Teaching 5 hours Occasionally, unusual situations arise which entail special pro– visions: e.g., summer school student teachimg for experienced teachers. 69 31-450 Supervised Teaching and Seminar 15 hours Most directed teaching is done in nearby schools. Opportuni– ties for placement on the mission field are available. One quarter must be reserved. The seminar includes a study of contemporary topics in education. Prerequisite: All required education courses. SPECIAL EDUCATION COURSES 31-231 Arts, Crafts, and Music for the Retarded 3 hours A study of the methods of teaching the arts to the retarded. These arts are therapeutically and vocationally applied. Must be taken at Shepherds. 31-260 Special Education in the Church 3 hours An overview will be given of the characteristics of the mentally retarded and basic techniques for developing programs within churches and schools. 31-261 Psychology of Exceptional Behaviors 3 hours A survey of causes, symptoms, and possible methods of ther– apy to deal with frustrations, stress, fears, anxiety, and conflicts resulting from an individual's exceptionality. 31-340 Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities 5 hours An overview of the causes and effects of mental retardation and related developmental disabilities in home, school, and commu– nity settings. 31-341 Learning Disabilities and Behavior Disorders 5 hours An overview of the specific problems of and major remedial approaches to children with learning disabilities and behavior dis– orders. 31-342 Introduction to the Emotionally Disturbed 5 hours A survey of causes and symptoms of emotional disturbance. Teacher awareness and teaching techniques for dealing with the emotionally handicapped student. 31-343 Introduction to Speech and Language Disorders 3 hours Survey of physiological and psychological causes of speech and language disorders.