1986-1987 Academic Catalog

-----------------------------------Education 85 81-200 Persuasive Theory . . . . . 5 81-210 Advanced Public Speaking 5 81-212 Argumentation and Debate 4 81-222 Research in Communication 4 81-223 Group Discussion . . . . . . 3 81-224 Interpersonal Communication 3 81-232 Theories of Mass Media 5 81-24 l Fundamentals of Oral Interpretation 5 81-243 Principles of Acting . . . . . . . . . . 3 81-33 l Communication in the Information Age 3 81-343 Principles of Play Directing . . . . . . 4 81-360 Teaching Speech . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 81-365 Clinical Methods of Teaching Speech 3 81-4 l l History of Public Address . . . . . . . 5 Electives available by discussion with advisor in accord with certification contract requirements. SPANISH ................ . 41-272, 41-273 Intermediate Spanish 41-36 l Spanish Composition 41-362 Spanish Conversation ... . 41-363 Chicano Literature ..... . 41-360 Clinical Teaching in Spanish 41-370 Teaching Foreign Language 41-372,41-373 Masterpieces of Spanish Literature 41-46 l Advanced Spanish Grammar Spanish electives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... DEPARTMENTAL COURSES 48-50 9 4 4 3 1-3 3 . 8 . 5 l l 31-100 Introduction to Education 2 hours An introduction to the major concepts of schooling. 31-101 Field Experience 2 hours A four-week field experience in urban schools. 31-102 Education of Exceptional Children 2 hours This introductory course explores the implications and provisions of P.L. 94-142 with an emphasis on the definitions and characteristics of exceptionalities under this law. Mainstreaming strategies are both dis– cussed and observed. 31-182 Mathematics for Elementary Teachers 5 hours A course designed to certify that the prospective elementary teacher has mastered the arithmetic skills and concepts currently taught at the elementary school level. Topics covered include: number properties, numeration systems, and informal geometry. Prerequisite: Major in elementary education or permission of instructor. 31-201 Preliminary Student Involvement 0 hours Each student arranges five full, consecutive days in a Christian school during which he observes and participates in classroom activities. A fol– low-up report is required. 31-210 Introduction to Computers in Education 3 hours A general overview of hardware, software,, and computer related in– formation for classroom teachers. 31-230 Arts and Crafts in the Elementary School 3 hours Philosophy, methods, and materials of art instruction. Emphasizes creative work, using simple tools and inexpensive materials. Prerequi– site: Sophomore standing. 31-236 The Learner and the Learning Process 5 hours A study of ( l) the nature of the learner from a measurement perspec– tive, (2) the nature of the learning process, including theories of learning, principles of learning, diagnosis of learning needs, measurement and evaluation of learning, and (3) the interaction of teaching and learning. 31-242 Issues and Trends in Education 3 hours A critical examination of the role of education within a changing cul– ture. Current developments and emerging directions will be analyzed. 31-250 Early Childhood Education 4 hours A consideration of the function of preschool education in the total life of the child including a study of the research and theory of his physical, mental, emotional, and social growth. Discussion of current preschool and primary programs. 31-251 Kindergarten Curriculum and Methods 5 hours A study of purposes, content, methods, and resources for teaching and learning in kindergarten. Field experience included. Prerequisite: 31-250 Early Childhood Education. 31-290 Handwriting 0 hours Instruction in manuscript and cursive on paper and the blackboard. Includes principles of teaching handwriting to elementary children. 31-292 Children's Literature 3 hours A survey of the early history, major types, and modern trends oflitera– ture for children from preschool through grade eight. Social and personal value of literature is studied. 31-305 Junior Practicum 5 hours A ten-week field experience required of secondary music and physical education students. The practicum must be completed prior to student teaching and is on a Credit/No Credit basis. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program and Methods of Teaching Music or Physical Education Methods.