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Arts & Sciences | School of Education | School of Humanities | School of Sciences | School of Social Sciences Department of Education | Academic Majors | Education Courses | Department of Health and Human Performance 
Early Childhood Education Courses (EDU) EDU 199-499. Special Studies (1-3). EDU 222C. Child Development, Education, and Guidance (3). This course emphasizes the social, emotional, physical and intellectual development of children; the responsibilities of parents; and guidance of children through age eight. Field experience is required. This course is required for early childhood endorsement. EDU 303C. Infant and Toddler Programming (3). This course addresses the unique aspects of providing programs for infants and toddlers. Developmentally appropriate materials and methods of working with the youngest children are included. Health and infectious disease control, nutrition for infants and toddlers, parents' special needs are emphasized. EDU 320C. The Curriculum of Early Childhood Education (3). A study of activities and experiences suited to the young child is made with emphasis on procedures to meet their psychological, physiological and social needs. Observation in nursery school, kindergarten and the primary grades is required. EDU 400C. Early Childhood Methods Block (15). This course combines all the methods for PreK-4 licensure into one block. The methods covered in this block include: literary, mathematics, science, social sciences and early childhood methods. EDU 420C. Teaching in Grades K-4 (3). (For prerequisite, see "Admission to Student Teaching.") Seminar in teaching, designed to help students be better prepared for their enhanced student teaching experience. (Co-requisite EDU 440C). EDU 422C. Methods and Materials for Early Childhood Education (3). A study of the basic needs and characteristics of young children and an exploration of the current practices in curriculum and methodology will be made. Field experience in nursery school and/or kindergarten is required. This course is required for kindergarten endorsement. EDU 430C. Practicum in Kindergarten (1-4). Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. This course is designed to give students work experience in the field of kindergarten. EDU 431-9C. Special Studies in Kindergarten (1-4). EDU 440C. Student Teaching in Early Childhood Education (4). Corequisite: EDU 441C. A semester of student teaching is required. Registration by permission of the instructor. ($325.00 course fee). EDU 460C. Administration of Early Childhood Education Programs (3). This course addresses the supervision and management aspects of working with programs for young children: child care, preschool, kindergarten, Head Start, and church programs. Personnel, fiscal, and legal considerations for starting and maintaining such programs are examined.
Middle School Education Division Courses (EDU) EDU 199-499. Special Studies (1-3). EDU 222M. Human Development and Education (3). This course examines development from various theoretical perspectives and at stages relevant to all levels of formal education. A major focus is the educational implications that flow from each developmental perspective. Students will also examine the research relevant to the issues in human development. EDU 303E. Literacy I (3). This course includes the various theories and methods of reading instruction from the readiness period through the intermediate grades. Current research materials, diagnostic procedures and remediation techniques are emphasized. Practicum required. EDU 304E. Mathematics in the Elementary School (3). Prerequisite: MTH 105, 106 or consent of instructor. This course emphasizes basic concepts in mathematics, with application to elementary school mathematics and suggestions for teaching these concepts. For elementary teacher licensure only. EDU 320E. The Elementary School Curriculum (2). This is an exploration and systematic study of the elementary school curriculum and involves a study of curriculum revision as well as principles and trends in curriculum development. EDU 323E. Physical Education in Elementary Schools (3). (See PED 323 for course description.) EDU 324E. Books and Related Materials for Children (3). Book selection principles are applied for elementary, middle school, and public library collections for children. A critical study is made of classic, and current books with aids and criteria for book selection and use. EDU 350M. Middle School Perspectives (2). This course emphasizes the growth and development of children in grades 4-8. It looks at appropriate curriculum and instruction for this age group as well as the methodology of teaching to meet the needs of these students. EDU 400M. Middle School Methods Block (15). This course combines all the methods for 5-8 licensure into one block. The methods covered in this block include: literacy, mathematics, science, social sciences and middle school methods. EDU 420E. Teaching in Grades K-8 and Grades 1-8 (4). Corequisite: EDU 440E. (For prerequisites see "Admission to Student Teaching.") Seminar in teaching, designed to help students be better prepared for their enhanced student teaching experience. EDU 420M. Teaching in the Middle School Grades 5-8 (4). Corequisite: EDU 440M. (For prerequisites see "Admission to Student Teaching.") See course description of EDU 420E, with application to middle school. EDU 421E. Elementary School Music Methods (2). (Same as Music Education 421.) EDU 423E. Literacy 2 (3). Reading, writing, speaking, and listening are studied. Emphasis is put on the selection and organization of materials and on the evaluation of pupil growth in the language arts. (Practicum is required.) EDU 424E. Teaching Music in the Classroom (2). (See Music Education 424 for course description.) EDU 425E. Science in the Elementary School (2). This course stresses the examination, design, and evaluation of experiences for teaching science in the elementary school. Science content is stressed. EDU 426E. Teaching Social Studies in the Elementary School (2). This course focuses upon the objectives of teaching social studies in the elementary school and how resources may be discovered, used, and evaluated in the attainment of these objectives. Content is stressed with special emphasis given to geography as an example of the social studies. EDU 430E. Practicum: Diverse Learners in the Classroom (1-4). This course is designed to give students additional work experience in the field of elementary education. Registration by permission of the instructor. EDU 430M. Practicum in Middle School Education (3). This course is designed to give students additional work experience in the field of middle school education. EDU 431-9E. Special Studies in Elementary Education (1-4). EDU 440E. Student Teaching in Grades K-8 and Grades 1-8 (8). Corequisite: EDU 420E. (For prerequisites see "Admission to Student Teaching.") This laboratory course gives the student teacher experience in the elementary school and an opportunity to observe and use appropriate classroom procedures under the direct supervision of an experienced teacher. This course requires satisfactory presentation of a professional portfolio and includes a seminar which meets weekly during the full-time student teaching experience. ($325.00 course fee) EDU 440M. Student Teaching in the Middle School Grades 5-8 (8). Corequisite: EDU 420E. (For prerequisites see "Admission to Student Teaching.") See course description of 440E, with application to middle school. ($325.00 course fee)
General Education Courses (EDU) EDU 85. Resource Laboratory (0). This course is designed as a follow-up to the Opportunity Admissions program. It will be taken by those students enrolled in the program the following spring and is intended to give them additional help in developing and pursuing the course of study. Attention is given to preparation, study, and test taking for specific classes and provides a bridge between the developmental studies and university work. Pass/Fail. ($95.00 course fee) EDU 90. How to Study (1). This course is designed to help students learn how to learn through the improvement of study skills, time management, preparation for tests, and through the ability to read faster and with greater comprehension. ($25.00 course fee) EDU 195-495. Studies Abroad (3-18). Study in a foreign country. Individual course titles and locations are assigned for each course taken. See Studies Abroad program for details. EDU 199-499. Special Studies (1-3). EDU 201. Art Education I (3). This course provides instruction and laboratory experience in developing skills and understanding in the use of visual design in the classroom. It introduces discipline-based art education (DBAE) and explores ways of implementing the underlying concepts of using art across the curriculum and disciplines. ($30.00 course fee) (Same as ARTE 201) EDU 202. Art Education II (3). This course continues the instruction and laboratory experience in developing skills and understanding in the use of visual design in the classroom as introduced in EDU 201. It explores the development of scope and sequence of art and examines various kinds of curriculum. Further emphasis is given to discipline-based art education. ($30.00 course fee) (Same as ARTE 202) EDU 203. Arts and Crafts in the Elementary School (3). This course evaluates and develops skills in the various art and craft media best suited for self-expression of the child at specific stages of development. ($30.00 course fee) EDU 210. Foundations of Education (3). (Observation and participation required.) This course provides an overview of the functions of the educational profession. Historical and philosophical development of educational theory and practice in America from the beginning to the present will aid the student in examining current issues in education. EDU 211. Educational Psychology (3). Prerequisite: Psychology 110. A study is made of the processes of education, including such topics as learning, motivation, human growth and development, individual differences, evaluation of achievement, personality, and techniques of studying education. (Same as PSY 211.) EDU 212. Educational Tests and Measurements (2). A study of education measuring devices including test construction and standardization, as well as test data interpretation and application. ($35.00 course fee) EDU 254. Arts for the Educator (2). This course provides a broad overview of the visual arts, combining Art History, Art Appreciation and hands-on art projects. ($30.00 course fee) EDU 305. Legal Foundations of Public Education (3). An investigation is made of the legal framework within which the public schools operate. This course also includes a study of the relationship between various legal bodies responsible for public education. EDU 310. History and Philosophy of American Education (3). A study is made of the development of educational theory and practice in America from the beginning to the present era. This course is constructed to aid the student in formulating a philosophy of education. EDU 410. Strategies of Teaching (3). The BASICS, or learn-by-doing approach to planning and using teaching techniques in all curriculum areas, is studied. Emphasis is placed on discussion techniques. EDU 413. Classroom Organization and Management (3). An overview of research-based managerial, organizational, and instructional strategies for the classroom teacher is provided. Emphasis is placed on planning, implementing, and maintaining effective teaching strategies. EDU 427. Teaching Theatre and Drama in the School System (3). This course examines the instructional methods and practices utilized by teachers of educational theatre and drama. Special emphasis is placed upon implementing theatre programs in the school setting. A 20-hour practicum is required. EDU 430. Using Educational Technology in the Classroom (2). Instruction and laboratory experience in the use of computers and computer software relative to the best techniques and practices in classroom uses are explored. Registration by permission of the instructor. EDU 431-9. Special Studies in Instructional Material (1-4). EDU 450. Internship (6). An alternative to student teaching for one semester, the full academic year internship allows the student to experience the role of the teacher under the supervision of Belmont faculty, classroom mentors, and the school principal. The internship year coincides with the probationary year of teaching. Must be taken both fall and spring semesters. ($325.00 course fee) EDU 451-499. Special Studies (Workshops) (1-3).
EDU 199-499. Special Studies (1-3). EDU
222S. Human Development and Education (3). This course examines
development from various theoretical perspectives and at stages relevant
to all levels of formal education. A major focus is the educational implications
that flow from each developmental perspective. Students will also examine
the research relevant to the issues in human development. EDU 324S. Adolescent Literature (3) This course examines book selection criteria for junior and senior high school classes and school and public library collections. Uses of books in differing content areas are stressed. EDU 420S. Teaching in the Secondary School (4). Corequisite: EDU 440S. (For prerequisites, see “Admission to Student Teaching.”) This course examines strategies for instruction: measurement, evaluation, counseling, classroom management, and the preparation of materials for the student teaching experience. Observation in the schools is required. EDU 421S. Teaching Mathematics in the Secondary School (3). This course emphasizes the methods and procedures of classroom instruction as related to secondary mathematics. This course is required of all mathematics majors desiring teacher licensure at the secondary level. EDU 422S. Secondary School Music Methods (2). (See Music Education 423 for course description.) EDU 423S. Teaching English In the Secondary School (3). The prospective English and speech teacher is instructed in techniques for motivation and the acquisition of skills in reading, writing, and speaking. This course is required of all English majors desiring teacher licensure. Observation in the schools is required. EDU 424S. Teaching Foreign Language in the Secondary School (3). This course examines principles of language acquisition, the theory of methodologies and the application of teaching techniques to the major skill areas – listening, speaking, reading and writing. Required of all modern foreign language majors desiring secondary licensure. EDU 425S. Teaching Natural Sciences in the Secondary School (2). The student is directed to the objectives, materials, and procedures in teaching natural science on the junior and senior high school levels. Required of all majors in any of the sciences desiring teacher licensure. EDU 426S. Teaching Social Studies in the Secondary School (2). The student is directed to the objectives, materials, and procedures in teaching social studies on the junior and senior high school levels. Required of all majors in any of the social studies desiring teacher licensure. EDU 427S. Teaching Business in the Secondary School (3). A course concerned with methods and procedures in teaching bookkeeping, typing, shorthand, and general business. Required of all majors in business administration desiring teacher licensure. EDU 428S. Teaching Physical Education in the Secondary School (2, even years). (Same as PED 428.) Instruction in choice of materials, class management, lesson planning, and teaching techniques. Required of all physical education majors desiring teacher licensure. EDU 429S. Teaching Reading in the Content Areas (3). Specific ideas and techniques are presented to show how instruction in the reading skills can be incorporated into any subject area. Techniques of diagnosis and individualizing are considered. EDU 430S. Practicum in Secondary Education (1-4). This course is designed to give students additional work experience in the field of secondary education. Registration by permission of the instructor. EDU 431-9S. Special Studies in Secondary Education (1-4). EDU 440S.
Student Teaching in the Secondary School (8).
Corequisite: EDU 420S. (For prerequisite see “Admission
to Student Teaching.”). This laboratory course gives the
student teacher experience in the secondary school and an opportunity
to observe and use appropriate classroom procedures under the direct supervision
of an experienced teacher. This course requires satisfactory presentation
of a professional portfolio and includes a seminar which meets weekly
during the full-time student teaching experience. ($150.00 course fee) Geography Courses (GEO) GEO 199-499. Special Studies (1-3). GEO 230. Geography (3). A study of the social and historical relationship of divergent cultures emphasizing such factors as location, natural resources, and demographic features. Special Education Courses (EDU) EDU 380R. Meeting the Needs of Diverse Learners in the Classroom (3). Corequisite: EDU 430E. Overview of exceptionalities; introduction to pedagogical, curricular, and social considerations involved in educating diverse learners in the classroom. (Required for any licensure.)
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Education Division Courses (EDU)