Requirements & Courses
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Educational Studies Major
The Educational Studies Major is designed for those interested in education in a variety of fields but who are not currently interested in earning teacher certification.
Thirty-six credits, which must include at least 15 upper level credits and the following major requirements:
1. EDC-101, 101C, 102, 151, and 308
2. Complete one of the following concentrations (12 credits):
- Special Needs: EDC-152, 250, 255, 374, or 376.
- Pedagogy: EDC-202, 314, 316, 364, 364C, 366, 366C, 367, 367C, 368, 368C, or 374.
- Literacy: EDC-166, 266, 366, 366C, 346 or 466.
- Science Education in Informal Settings: ISC-201, ISC-301, EDC-364, 364C, ENV-105, ENV-110, GEO-101, GEO-113 or other courses approved by EDC.
3. EDC-470 Internship (5 cr)
4. Other EDC courses (to reach 36-cr total in the major)
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Educational Studies Minor
The Educational Studies Minor is for those interested in education in a variety of fields, but who are not currently interested in earning teacher certification.
Twenty-four credits, which must include:
- EDC-101, 101C, 102, 151 and 308
- Additional EDC courses to reach 24-credits in minor
Courses
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EDC103.Foundations of Secondary Education1 creditPrerequisite: EDC-130 concurrentlyA 40-hour field experience to provide hands-on, realistic yet transitional experience/opportunity for those interested in teaching at the high school or middle school level. Must take EDC-130 concurrently. Fall/Winter.
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EDC130.Foundations of Secondary Education2 creditsPrerequisite: EDC-103 concurrentlyA beginning course that is meant to help the pre-service teacher understand the realities of teaching and the education profession in general. A foundation to assist the student in making a better, more informed career choice about becoming a secondary teacher while also providing cases that secondary teachers must effectively face every day. Required for secondary certification. Fall/Winter.
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EDC203.Child Development and Education - Field1 creditPrerequisite: Sophomore StandingA 40-hour placement in classrooms concurrent with EDC-230. Provides an introduction to the professional roles and responsibilities of teaching all children. Students will be placed in a “home” classroom and work closely with that teacher to observe, assist, and work closely with students applying psychology principles and learning theories. Fall/Winter
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EDC205.Special Education Clinical I1 creditPrerequisite: EDC-151 and 152Work with students identified with a learning disability and collaboratively plan interventions/services including diagnosis, assessment, and specific remedial techniques. Experience the IEP process including the creation of goals and objectives which frame a student’s learning. Thirty hours of clinical experience.
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EDC230.Child Development and Education3 creditsPrerequisite: Sophomore Standing; EDC-203 concurrentlyAn overview of psychological theories and research applied to classroom learning. The course includes study of concepts in human development - cognitive, affective, physical, emotional, moral, and social; study of learning, motivation, and assessment; developmentally appropriate practice; an overview of processes of human development in childhood and adolescence with a focus on socialization and education; and study of the influences of family, community, and culture on education. Required for elementary and secondary certification. Fall/Winter
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EDC250.Introduction to Learning Disabilities4 creditsPrerequisite: EDC-151 or 152Characteristics of individuals with learning disabilities. Interventions and services including diagnosis, assessment, and specific remedial techniques. Correlating factors leading to identification. Implementation of evidence-based practices through lesson planning and hands-on experience. Ten hours of clinical experience.
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EDC255.Transition Mgmt in Special Education4 creditsPrerequisite: EDC 151 or EDC 152 or Sophomore StandingPreparation of exceptional students for transition to adulthood. Life skills and Social-Emotional Learning. Barriers and challenges which interfere with high school completion and transitioning to the post-secondary setting will be discussed. 10 hours of clinical experience.
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EDC303.Secondary Ed Methods and Experience1 creditPrerequisite: TEP Approval; completion of or concurrent enrollment in EDC-311Topics and issues in instructional planning, teaching, and assessment are explored in-depth and with particular emphasis on secondary education and specific subject areas. Students spend 30 hours in secondary classroom placements, working in their major(s) content areas, and will have specialized teaching methods support in those subjects with an emphasis on best practices. Required for secondary certification. Fall only. (Specific topics offered as EDC-303B, EDC-303E, EDC-303H, EDC-303MA, EDC-303MU, EDC-303PE, EDC-303S).
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EDC303A.Secondary Ed Methods: Add’l Endorsement1 creditPrerequisite: TEP approval; completion of or concurrent enrollment in EDC-311Topics in instructional planning, teaching, and assessment are explored in-depth for specific subject areas. Required for secondary certification in Teaching Minors or additional Teaching Majors.
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EDC311.Topics Seminar A1 creditPrerequisite: TEP Approval or EDS Major or Minor; EDC 301, 361, and 363 concurrently for Elementary majors; EDC-303 concurrently for Secondary majors.Introduction to issues and topics in instructional planning, differentiation, and instructional strategies. Required for elementary and secondary certification, and EDS major and minor. Fall only.
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EDC312.Topics Seminar B1 creditPrerequisite: TEP Approval or EDS Major or Minor; EDC-302, 360, and 362 concurrently for Elementary majors.Introduction to issues and topics in the historical context of schooling and current issues in education, assessment, and the professional roles of educators. Required for elementary and secondary certification, and EDS major and minor. Winter only.
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EDC346.Teaching Reading in Middle & Senior High4 creditsPrerequisite: TEP ApprovalSurvey of strategies for teaching, diagnosing and improving word recognition, comprehension and study skills. Survey of student language needs and program planning for reading instruction at the middle and senior high school levels. May include a service learning component. Required for secondary certification. Fall only.
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EDC370.Instructional and Assistive Technology2 creditsPrerequisite: TEP Approval or EDS MajorBuilds on basic skills and knowledge demonstrated through successful completion of Technology Modules so that students are well prepared to use technology effectively and appropriately for multiple purposes in their teaching. Students learn to use technological tools, operations, and concepts to enhance learning and assessment, productivity, communication, and professional development. Students learn about the ethical, legal, physical, and psychological issues and principles of technology use in schools. Students utilize technology for curriculum planning and for instruction, including on-line learning experiences. Students learn to use assistive technologies to enhance the learning of all children in ways that best meet individual needs. Required for elementary and secondary certification.
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EDC373.Special Education for Classroom Teachers3 creditsPrerequisite: TEP ApprovalIntroduction to the teaching of exceptional students. Review of historical and legal issues in special education. Characteristics of exceptional learners, birth through adolescence. Examination of materials and methodology appropriate for instructing exceptional learners in inclusive classrooms. Includes eight-hour practicum. Required for elementary and secondary certification (except Special Education major). Winter only.
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EDC470.Educational Studies Internship5 creditsPrerequisite: Requires instructor permission and junior standing EDC-103 and 130; and at least 3 credits of upper-level EDC credits; TEP Approval; Junior Standing.Application of educational concepts, skills, and theory, through participation in a work setting related to student’s learning objectives and long-term goals. Supervision by faculty and sponsoring organization. Includes substantive reflection assignment.