| # | Code | Name | UG | GR | ADC | Subject | Subject Code | Academic Department | Status | |
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| 1101 | EDOE562 | Wilderness Stewardship An intensive wilderness camping course to be taught entirely in the field. It will provide the student with basic knowledge, skills, and understanding of environmental impact while pursuing outdoor recreational activities. Professional reading will be required prior to the trip that provide historical and natural context regarding the area to be visited. The classic writings of such naturalists as Thoreau, Leopold, Muir, and Olson may be included in the readings. Credits: 1 - 3, Level: Graduate, Offered: VARIABLE Catalog: ✔️ Graduate (2016 — Indefinite) | ❌ | ✔️ | ❌ | Outdoor Education (EDOE) | EDOE | School of Education, Psychology, and Counseling | Active | |
| 1102 | EDOE564 | Special Topics Topics of current significant and interest in outdoor education are covered. Must be taken concurrently with Outdoor Intensive Lab. This course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours. Credits: 1 - 4, Level: Graduate, Offered: VARIABLE Catalog: ✔️ Graduate (2010 — Indefinite) | ❌ | ✔️ | ❌ | Outdoor Education (EDOE) | EDOE | School of Education, Psychology, and Counseling | Active | |
| 1103 | EDOE565 | Nature Journaling This class will help the student explore the natural world through journaling. It focuses on writing and revising a journal. The creative process and the elements of good writing, including the discovery process, writing introductions and conclusions, using concrete and specific language and appropriate style will be discussed. Credits: 1 - 2, Level: Graduate, Offered: VARIABLE Catalog: ✔️ Graduate (1999 — Indefinite) | ❌ | ✔️ | ❌ | Outdoor Education (EDOE) | EDOE | School of Education, Psychology, and Counseling | Active | |
| 1104 | EDOE568 | Nature Photography A theoretical and practical study of photography as a means of communicating and recording nature. Topics will include outdoor lighting, composition, exposure, color, and choosing equipment and film for nature photography. Students need their own cameras. Credits: 1 - 2, Level: Graduate, Offered: VARIABLE Catalog: ✔️ Graduate (1998 — Indefinite) | ❌ | ✔️ | ❌ | Outdoor Education (EDOE) | EDOE | School of Education, Psychology, and Counseling | Active | |
| 1105 | EDOE570 | Non-Profit Environmental Organization Development & Management This course is designed to provide an overview of best practices for developing and managing a successful environmental non-profit organization. Class participants will gain a working knowledge of environmental non-profit management by visiting local nature centers, land trusts, outdoor adventure providers and others; interviewing staff members, donors, and board members; participating in class discussions and completing written assignments. As a final project students will create a professional proposal for the development of a specific non-profit environmental organization that will include: organizational mission, programs, staff, and financial/business plan (annual budget, fund-raising, and development). Credits: 3, Level: Graduate, Offered: VARIABLE Catalog: ✔️ Graduate (2016 — Indefinite) | ❌ | ✔️ | ❌ | Outdoor Education (EDOE) | EDOE | School of Education, Psychology, and Counseling | Active | |
| 1106 | EDOE573 | Outdoor Curriculum and Methods, Grades 1 - 6 This course may focus on any of the following areas of emphasis: art, music, language arts, math, social studies, science, technology, health, or physical education. The student will collect and organize a file of teaching materials appropriate for outdoor education and evaluate outdoor education activities. Twenty (20) hours of field experiences in selected outdoor schools and attendance at selected professional meetings are considered a part of this course. The course may be repeated with different emphases. Credits: 1 - 2, Lab Fee 02 ($15), Level: Graduate, Offered: SUMMER Catalog: ✔️ Graduate (1999 — Indefinite) | ❌ | ✔️ | ❌ | Outdoor Education (EDOE) | EDOE | School of Education, Psychology, and Counseling | Active | |
| 1107 | EDOE574 | Outdoor Curriculum and Methods, Grades 7 - 12 This course may focus on any of the following areas of emphasis: English, history, math, social studies, science, technology, health or physical education. Students will collect and organize a file of teaching materials appropriate for outdoor education and will evaluate outdoor education activities. Twenty (20) hours of field experience in selected outdoor schools and attendance at selected professional meetings are considered a part of this course. The course may be repeated with different emphases. Credits: 1 - 2, Lab Fee 02 ($15), Level: Graduate, Offered: SUMMER Catalog: ✔️ Graduate (1999 — Indefinite) | ❌ | ✔️ | ❌ | Outdoor Education (EDOE) | EDOE | School of Education, Psychology, and Counseling | Active | |
| 1108 | EDOE575 | Internship in Outdoor Education An internship designed to meet the particular needs and interests of the individual participant. Internship will be conducted in cooperation with a day or residential outdoor education facility. A minimum of forty (40) clock hours is required for each semester hour of credit. Arrangements for this course should be made with the faculty adviser while the student is enrolled in EDUC 591. This course may be repeated for a maximum of four (4) semester hours total. Credits: 1 - 4, Level: Graduate, Offered: ALL SEMESTERS Catalog: ✔️ Graduate (1995 — Indefinite) | ❌ | ✔️ | ❌ | Outdoor Education (EDOE) | EDOE | School of Education, Psychology, and Counseling | Active | |
| 1109 | EDOE576 | Outdoor Intensive Lab-Fall This is required 10-day lab for any student attending a Fall Outdoor Education Field Intensive session. Credits: 0, Lab Fee 20 ($900), Level: Graduate, Offered: FALL Catalog: ✔️ Graduate (2010 — Indefinite) | ❌ | ✔️ | ❌ | Outdoor Education (EDOE) | EDOE | School of Education, Psychology, and Counseling | Active | |
| 1110 | EDOE577 | Outdoor Intensive Lab-Winter This is a required 10-day lab for any student attending a Winter Outdoor Education Field Intensive session. Credits: 0, Lab Fee 16 ($500), Level: Graduate, Offered: WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Graduate (2010 — Indefinite) | ❌ | ✔️ | ❌ | Outdoor Education (EDOE) | EDOE | School of Education, Psychology, and Counseling | Active | |
| 1111 | EDOE578 | Outdoor Intensive Lab-Summer This is a required 10-day lab for any student attending a Summer Outdoor Education Field Intensive session. Credits: 0, Lab Fee 16 ($500), Level: Graduate, Offered: SUMMER Catalog: ✔️ Graduate (2010 — Indefinite) | ❌ | ✔️ | ❌ | Outdoor Education (EDOE) | EDOE | School of Education, Psychology, and Counseling | Active | |
| 1112 | EDOE585 | Workshop in Outdoor Education Various topics in outdoor education, including nature study, adventure programming, curriculum, and wilderness medical certification may be covered. The class will be taught in a location suitable for the topic being covered. This course may be repeated with different topics. Note: additional lab fees may be assessed depending on credits. Credits: 1 - 4, Lab Fee 02 ($15), Level: Graduate, Offered: VARIABLE Catalog: ✔️ Graduate (1995 — Indefinite) | ❌ | ✔️ | ❌ | Outdoor Education (EDOE) | EDOE | School of Education, Psychology, and Counseling | Active | |
| 1113 | EDOE591 | Research in Outdoor Education A survey of common research methods in outdoor education-related disciplines with a focus on the practical application of these research methods for graduate students. The course examines tools of scholarly research along with different forms of research. Credits: 3, Level: Graduate, Offered: SUMMER Catalog: ✔️ Graduate (2024 — Indefinite) | ❌ | ✔️ | ❌ | Outdoor Education (EDOE) | EDOE | School of Education, Psychology, and Counseling | Active | |
| 1114 | EDOE593 | Adventure-Based Counseling A survey course introducing teachers, camp professionals, and outdoor professionals to adventure-based counseling activities. Theoretical perspectives/foundations, activity implementation, and assessments will be the core of the instruction. Specific attention will be given to issues in group diversity including age, gender, ethnicity, and socioeconomics. Must be taken concurrently with Outdoor Intensive Lab. Credits: 2, Level: Graduate, Offered: VARIABLE Catalog: ✔️ Graduate (1996 — Indefinite) | ❌ | ✔️ | ❌ | Outdoor Education (EDOE) | EDOE | School of Education, Psychology, and Counseling | Active | |
| 1115 | EDOE595 | Independent Study in Outdoor Education Individual research/study project in outdoor education under the supervision of a graduate studies professor. May be conducted at a school or camp site. A maximum of six Independent Study hours are allowed to apply toward a student's degree. Credits: 1 - 3, Level: Graduate, Offered: VARIABLE Catalog: ✔️ Graduate (1996 — Indefinite) | ❌ | ✔️ | ❌ | Outdoor Education (EDOE) | EDOE | School of Education, Psychology, and Counseling | Active | |
| 1116 | EDUC102 | Mathematical Numeracy Manipulatives, problem solving strategies, and evidenced based mathematic pedagogies are used to develop a deeper understanding of the foundation of numbers, number systems, algebra, and geometry. The course will focus on the reason behind mathematical operations and its related pedagogy. Topics covered in the ACT and Praxis Core will be addressed. Required for students with Math ACT below 21. Credits: 3, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2024 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1117 | EDUC102 | Mathematical Numeracy Manipulatives, problem solving strategies, and evidenced based mathematic pedagogies are used to develop a deeper understanding of the foundation of numbers, number systems, algebra, and geometry. The course will focus on the reason behind mathematical operations and its related pedagogy. Topics covered in the ACT and Praxis Core will be addressed. Required for students with Math ACT of 21 or less, or Math rSAT 530 or less, or SAT 500 or less. Credits: 3, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2021 - 2024) Discontinued (2023-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1118 | EDUC129 | Introduction to and Foundations of Elementary Education Designed to give students an opportunity to be immersed in their first field experience and is required of all students seeking elementary education licensure. Additionally, weekly focused reading and discussion will include teaching as a profession, foundations in the history of education, as well as current issues and trends in public and Seventh-day Adventist education. Students will be supported in becoming disciples of Christ, disciple makers, and change agents-roles that are held as central within the core tenants of the Teacher Education Program. Students will be required to show evidence of passing a TN Bureau of Investigation background check prior to participating in field experiences. Credits: 3, Lab Fee 08 ($150), Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL | WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2004 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1119 | EDUC138 | Introduction to and Foundations of Secondary Education Designed to give students an opportunity to be immersed in their first field experience and is required of all students seeking secondary education licensure. Additionally, weekly focused reading and discussion will include teaching as a profession, foundations in the history of education, as well as current issues and trends in public and Seventh-day Adventist education. Students will be supported in becoming disciples of Christ, disciple makers, and change agents-roles that are held as central within the core tenants of the Teacher Education Program. Students will be required to show evidence of passing a TN Bureau of Investigation background check prior to participating in field experiences. Credits: 3, Lab Fee 08 ($150), Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL | WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2007 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1120 | EDUC200 | Education Conference/Study Tour Students attend a conference or participate in a study tour designed to enrich their educational experience and promote effectiveness and job preparedness within their field of study. Requirements include attendance and maintaining a log of resulting reflections/learning experiences. Lab fee based on destination. Credits: 0 - 6, Lab Fee 29 ($1800), Level: Undergraduate, Offered: VARIABLE Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2023 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1121 | EDUC201 | Teacher Education Candidacy This pass-fail course assesses a student's readiness to become a teacher education candidate. This course is a requirement for Transition Two in the Teacher Education Program. Coursework includes meeting with the education program adviser to ensure requirements for Transition Two have been met. Although the student consults directly with the adviser, it is the Teacher Education Council that votes completion of this transition. To continue in the Teacher Education Program, a student must first receive a Pass in this course. Credits: 0, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL | WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2020 - 2024) Discontinued (2023-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1122 | EDUC201 | Teacher Education Candidacy This pass-fail course assesses a student's readiness to become a teacher education candidate. This course is a requirement for Transition Two in the Teacher Education Program. Coursework includes meeting with the education program adviser to ensure requirements for Transition Two have been met. Although the student consults directly with the adviser, it is the Teacher Education Council that votes completion of this transition. To continue in the Teacher Education Program, a student must first receive a Pass in this course. Credits: 0, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL | WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2024 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1123 | EDUC210 | Technology Integration in Early Childhood Education This course focuses on the study and analysis of best practices in the integration of technology at the early childhood level. Philosophical perspectives in the use of technology, age appropriate implementation of technology, and current technological trends related to Early Childhood Care Center(s) is discussed. This course also seeks to provide the educator with an array of professional competencies so as to optimally leverage technology for instructional ends. Credits: 3, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: VARIABLE Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2020 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1124 | EDUC210T | Technology Integration for the Early Childhood Classroom This course focuses on the study and analysis of best practices in the integration of technology at the early childhood level. Philosophical perspectives in the use of technology, age appropriate implementation of technology, and current technological trends related to Early Childhood Care Center is discussed. This course also seeks to provide the educator with an array of professional competencies so as to optimally leverage technology for instructional ends. Meets NAD certification requirements for Southern Union ECE Endorsement and Integration and Educational Technology. Credits: 3, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: VARIABLE Catalog: (2020 — Indefinite) | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1125 | EDUC233 | Children's Literature A survey of children's literature, K-8th. Each genre is explored, with attention given to close reading techniques to guide elementary students in the analysis of both narrative and informational text. Emphasis is also placed on nurturing aesthetic and efferent textual experiences. Students have interactive opportunities to develop philosophical and professional principles to guide in selecting literature for children. Credits: 3, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2016 - 2024) Discontinued (2023-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1126 | EDUC233 | Children's Literature A survey of children's literature, K-8th. Each genre is explored, with attention given to close reading techniques to guide elementary students in the analysis of both narrative and informational text. Emphasis is also placed on nurturing aesthetic and efferent textual experiences. Students have interactive opportunities to develop philosophical and professional principles to guide in selecting literature for children. Credits: 3, Lab Fee 03 ($20), Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2024 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1127 | EDUC238 | K-8 Bible Methods An introduction to the pedagogical knowledge, skills, and dispositions related to the effective teaching of religion and spiritual commitment. Candidates become familiar with the Transformational Planning Framework and Spiritual Growth Model that serve as the philosophical basis for the Encounter Bible curriculum. Instructional planning and assessment are based on the pedagogical strategies outlined in the Encounter units for 1st-8th grades. A required field experience provides opportunity for application of knowledge, skills, and dispositions. Credits: 3, Lab Fee 02 ($15), Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2010 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1128 | EDUC242 | Elementary Numeracy Concepts This course will help students develop a deeper understanding of the foundation of numbers, number systems, algorithms, and geometry. The course will focus on the reason behind mathematical operations and its related pedagogy. Credits: 2, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2016 - 2022) Discontinued (2021-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education and Psychology | Active | |
| 1129 | EDUC243 | Foundations of Elementary Literacy This introductory course examines research and its implications on the development of literacy. Candidates will be introduced to theoretical knowledge and pedagogical skills to assist in making data-informed instructional decisions for teaching reading, writing, language, speaking and listening. The course engages candidates in planning, instruction, and assessment with a greater emphasis on planning. Topics introduced include the creation of literacy-rich learning environments, respect for language diversity, instructional strategies, integrated unit design, analysis of complex texts, and taking an active stance in professional growth in literacy. A performance assessment will be submitted. A required field experience provides opportunity for application of knowledge, skills, and dispositions. Credits: 2, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2018 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1130 | EDUC251 | Praxis Preparation--Elementary This course is required of all elementary education students for focused study and practice in preparation for the Multiple Subjects Praxis exam required for licensure. A passing score on the practice exam will satisfy the requirements of this course. This is a 12 week course. Credits: 0, Lab Fee 06 ($90), Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL | WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2022 - 2023) Discontinued (2022-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education and Psychology | Active | |
| 1131 | EDUC251 | Praxis Preparation--Elementary This course is required of all elementary education students for focused study and practice in preparation for the Multiple Subjects Praxis exam required for licensure. A passing score on the practice exam will satisfy the requirements of this course. Credits: 0, Lab Fee 06 ($90), Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL | WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2023 - 2024) Discontinued (2023-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1132 | EDUC251 | Praxis Preparation--Elementary This course is required of all elementary education students for focused study and practice in preparation for the Multiple Subjects Praxis exam required for licensure. A passing score on the practice exam will satisfy the requirements of this course. Credits: 0, Lab Fee 15 ($400), Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL | WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2024 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1133 | EDUC252 | Praxis Preparation--Secondary This course is required of secondary education students for focused study and practice in preparation for the content area Praxis exam required for licensure. A passing score on the practice exam will satisfy the requirements of this course. This will be a 12-week course. Credits: 0, Lab Fee 03 ($20), Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL | WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2022 - 2023) Discontinued (2022-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education and Psychology | Active | |
| 1134 | EDUC252 | Praxis Preparation--Secondary This course is required of secondary education students for focused study and practice in preparation for the content area Praxis exam required for licensure. A passing score on the practice exam will satisfy the requirements of this course. Credits: 0, Lab Fee 03 ($20), Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL | WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2023 - 2024) Discontinued (2023-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1135 | EDUC252 | Praxis Preparation--Secondary This course is required of candidates for ESL, Music, and PE/Health licensure. It provides focused study and practice in preparation for the content area Praxis exam required for licensure. A passing score on the Praxis exam will satisfy the requirements of this course. Credits: 0, Lab Fee 09 ($180), Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL | WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2024 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1136 | EDUC253 | Responsive Teaching This course enables teacher candidates preparing to teach at the middle/secondary school level to demonstrate knowledge and skill related to the core concepts of exceptionalities, English as a Second Language, and trauma-informed practices. Credits: 1, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL | WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2022 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1137 | EDUC290 | Workshop in Education Prospective teachers are given opportunity to develop new skills and gather new understandings related to teaching and learning. Credits: 1 - 3, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: WINTER | SUMMER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2022 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1138 | EDUC295 | Directed Study This course permits the advanced student with adequate preparation to pursue independent study in special fields. This course may be repeated for credit. Credits: 1 - 3, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: VARIABLE Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (1979 - 2023) Discontinued (2022-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education and Psychology | Active | |
| 1139 | EDUC295 | Independent Study This course permits the advanced student with adequate preparation to pursue independent study in special fields. This course may be repeated for credit. Credits: 1 - 3, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: VARIABLE Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2023 - 2024) Discontinued (2023-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1140 | EDUC295 | Independent Study This course permits the advanced student with adequate preparation to pursue independent study in special fields. This course may be repeated for credit. Credits: 1 - 3, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: VARIABLE Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2024 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1141 | EDUC298 | Teaching Writing in 6th-12th Education In this course candidates become familiar with the ELA writing standards for 6th - 12th grades. These standards guide the development of a writing unit that uses the writing process to create text focused on the use of textual evidence. Planning includes identifying the central focus, including the language function, and aligning standards, clear learning targets, mentor texts, assessments, and instructional pedagogies to support mastery of the language function. A key assessment is the performance assessment, which includes enacting the unit. Credits: 2, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2021 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1142 | EDUC301 | English as a Second Language: Issues and Trends See ENGL 301 for course description. This course is cross-listed with ENGL 301. A student may receive credit for this course from only one program. Credits: 3, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2010 - 2022) Discontinued (2021-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education and Psychology | Active | |
| 1143 | EDUC301 | Second Language Acquisition This course introduces major theories of second language acquisition, explores how these theories have influenced the history of the field of TESOL, and examines how the theoretical foundations of SLA have practical implications for TESOL program models, pedagogical methods, and assessment. It also considers ethical implications for teachers and students of the sociocultural context of language learning. Historical legal actions as well as current state and federal requirements affecting provision of services for English language learners are reviewed. Opportunities for continued development as a TESOL professional are introduced. This course is cross-listed with ENGL 301. A student may receive credit for this course from only one program. Credits: 3, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2024 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1144 | EDUC301 | Second Language Acquisition This course introduces major theories of second language acquisition, explores how these theories have influenced the history of the field of TESOL, and examines how the theoretical foundations of SLA have practical implications for TESOL program models, pedagogical methods, and assessment. It also considers ethical implications for teachers and students of the sociocultural context of language learning. Historical legal actions as well as current state and federal requirements affecting provision of services for English language learners are reviewed. Opportunities for continued development as a TESOL professional are introduced. Credits: 3, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2022 - 2024) Discontinued (2023-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1145 | EDUC302 | English as a Second Language: Strategies and Methods Involves the study and application of second-language theories and cultural knowledge to ESL teaching methodology and curriculum design. In addition, it explores various approaches and techniques for adjusting lessons to suit the needs of second-language learners and enhance their acquisition of English. Concentrates on assisting educators in the development of appropriate strategies for teaching, speaking, writing, and grammar usage in ESL environments. A required field experience provides opportunity for application of knowledge, skills, and dispositions. This course is cross-listed with ENGL 302. A student may receive credit for this course from only one program Credits: 3, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2010 - 2022) Discontinued (2021-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education and Psychology | Active | |
| 1146 | EDUC302 | English as a Second Language: Strategies and Methods Involves the study and application of second-language theories and cultural knowledge to ESL teaching methodology and curriculum design. In addition, it explores various approaches and techniques for adjusting lessons to suit the needs of second-language learners and enhance their acquisition of English. Concentrates on assisting educators in the development of appropriate strategies for teaching, speaking, writing, and grammar usage in ESL environments. A required field experience provides opportunity for application of knowledge, skills, and dispositions. This course is cross-listed with ENGL 302. A student may receive credit for this course from only one program Credits: 3, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2022 - 2024) Discontinued (2023-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1147 | EDUC302 | English as a Second Language: Strategies and Methods Involves the study and application of second-language theories and cultural knowledge to ESL teaching methodology and curriculum design. In addition, it explores various approaches and techniques for adjusting lessons to suit the needs of second-language learners and enhance their acquisition of English. Concentrates on assisting educators in the development of appropriate strategies for teaching, speaking, writing, and grammar usage in ESL environments. A required field experience provides opportunity for application of knowledge, skills, and dispositions. This course is cross-listed with ENGL 302. A student may receive credit for this course from only one program Credits: 3, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2024 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1148 | EDUC303 | Professional Seminar This seminar is designed to address issues related to becoming a professional educator. There is a required pre-semester August fieldwork assignment to assist a mentor teacher with preparing a classroom for the school year. It requires a minimum of 30 hours onsite in a school and a notebook of documentation. Other topics include portfolio development, interviewing skills, preparation for professional exams, overview of professional organizations, and other topics of importance as identified by candidates and professor. Credits: 1, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2010 - 2022) Discontinued (2021-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education and Psychology | Active | |
| 1149 | EDUC305 | Primary Literacy This is the second of three courses that examine the research on the acquisition and development of literacy and its implications on pedagogy. This course focuses on the integrated literacy practices enacted in primary grade classrooms. Candidates are engaged in planning, instruction, and assessment with an emphasis on instruction and assessment. Topics relate to the development of phonemic awareness, phonics, literacy processes, spelling, and oral language. A performance assessment will be submitted that includes a comprehensive unit design. A required field experience provides opportunity for application of knowledge, skills, and dispositions. Credits: 3, Lab Fee 04 ($30), Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2018 - 2023) Discontinued (2022-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education and Psychology | Active | |
| 1150 | EDUC305 | Primary Literacy This is the second of three courses that examine the research on the acquisition and development of literacy and its implications on pedagogy. This course focuses on the integrated literacy practices enacted in primary grade classrooms. Candidates are engaged in planning, instruction, and assessment with an emphasis on instruction and assessment. Topics relate to the development of phonemic awareness, phonics, literacy processes, spelling, and oral language. A performance assessment will be submitted that includes a comprehensive unit design. A required field experience provides opportunity for application of knowledge, skills, and dispositions. Credits: 3, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2023 - 2024) Discontinued (2023-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1151 | EDUC305 | Primary Literacy This is the second of three courses that examine the research on the acquisition and development of literacy and its implications on pedagogy. This course focuses on the integrated literacy practices enacted in primary grade classrooms. Candidates are engaged in planning, instruction, and assessment with an emphasis on instruction and assessment. Topics relate to the development of phonemic awareness, phonics, literacy processes, spelling, and oral language. A performance assessment will be submitted that includes a comprehensive unit design. A required field experience provides opportunity for application of knowledge, skills, and dispositions. Credits: 3, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2024 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1152 | EDUC317 | Teaching with Technology This course is grounded in the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Standards for Educators. Students will develop a digital portfolio which demonstrates educator competency as it relates to the ISTE standards. In addition, students will develop a theoretical basis to support classroom practice as it relates to educational technologies Credits: 2, Lab Fee 04 ($30), Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL | WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2017 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1153 | EDUC322 | Educational Research and Statistics (W) This course examines research methodology as well as basic descriptive and inferential statistics. The emphasis is on the practical aspects of educational research, including research projects, presentations, and critiques of published research. APA style and computer-aided analysis will be utilized. Credits: 3, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2007 - 2024) Discontinued (2023-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1154 | EDUC322 | Educational Research and Statistics (W) This course examines research methodology as well as basic descriptive and inferential statistics. The emphasis is on the practical aspects of educational research, including research projects, presentations, and critiques of published research. APA style and computer-aided analysis will be utilized. Credits: 3, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2024 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1155 | EDUC324 | Elementary Language Arts Methods A comprehensive study of effective evidence-based language arts principles and instructional methods appropriate for Kindergarten-8th grade. Effective methods and strategies related to both the receptive and expressive language arts (including listening, talking, writing, viewing, and visual representation) are emphasized. Teacher candidates become familiar with frameworks of instruction that support multi-grade contexts, developmentally appropriate practices, and differentiating for diversity. Study is given to assessments that inform instruction in the language arts. A required field experience provides opportunity for application of knowledge, skills, and dispositions. Credits: 3, Lab Fee 04 ($30), Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2010 - 2024) Discontinued (2023-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1156 | EDUC324 | Elementary Language Arts Methods A comprehensive study of effective evidence-based language arts principles and instructional methods appropriate for Kindergarten-8th grade. Effective methods and strategies related to both the receptive and expressive language arts (including listening, talking, writing, viewing, and visual representation) are emphasized. Teacher candidates become familiar with frameworks of instruction that support multi-grade contexts, developmentally appropriate practices, and differentiating for diversity. Study is given to assessments that inform instruction in the language arts. A required field experience provides opportunity for application of knowledge, skills, and dispositions. Credits: 3, Lab Fee 04 ($30), Level: Undergraduate, Offered: WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2024 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1157 | EDUC327 | Elementary Mathematics Methods Includes curriculum organization, materials, methods, and instructional aids with emphasis on multi-grade classrooms. Attention is given to the sequential skill development and to changes in the mathematical contents, technology and pedagogy. Instruction is also provided in lesson planning, assessment, and differentiating instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners. Classroom observation and micro-teaching required. Incorporates fieldwork that includes an intensive culminating field experience in conjunction with EDUC 331, EDUC 339, EDUC 454, and EDUC 457, providing opportunity for application of knowledge, skills, and dispositions. Credits: 3, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2010 - 2022) Discontinued (2021-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education and Psychology | Active | |
| 1158 | EDUC327 | Elementary Mathematics Methods Includes curriculum organization, materials, methods, and instructional aids with emphasis on multi-grade classrooms. Attention is given to the sequential skill development and to changes in the mathematical contents, technology and pedagogy. Instruction is also provided in lesson planning, assessment, and differentiating instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners. Classroom observation and micro-teaching required. Incorporates fieldwork that includes an intensive culminating field experience in conjunction with EDUC 331, EDUC 339, EDUC 454, and EDUC 457, providing opportunity for application of knowledge, skills, and dispositions. Credits: 3, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2022 - 2024) Discontinued (2023-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1159 | EDUC327 | Elementary Mathematics Methods Includes curriculum organization, materials, methods, and instructional aids with emphasis on multi-grade classrooms. Attention is given to the sequential skill development and to changes in the mathematical contents, technology and pedagogy. Instruction is also provided in lesson planning, assessment, and differentiating instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners. Classroom observation and micro-teaching required. Incorporates fieldwork that includes an intensive culminating field experience in conjunction with EDUC 331, EDUC 339, EDUC 454, and EDUC 457, providing opportunity for application of knowledge, skills, and dispositions. Credits: 3, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2024 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1160 | EDUC331 | Educational Theory and Assessment The study of education theories as these pertain to the teaching-learning process. Theories include behaviorism, social cognitive theory, information processing theory, and constructivism. Candidates will study and develop a variety of assessment instruments that include formative, summative, and standardized testing. Classroom observation is required. The practical application of the theories and assessment is a part of the field experience for this course. EDUC 327, EDUC 339, EDUC 454, and EDUC 457 provide opportunity for application of knowledge, skills, and dispositions. Credits: 3, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2010 - 2022) Discontinued (2021-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education and Psychology | Active | |
| 1161 | EDUC338 | Foundations of Inclusive Education (SERV-2) This course is based on the assumption that all students are capable of learning. The course seeks to familiarize teacher candidates with the broad range of exceptionalities found in elementary and secondary classrooms. Emphasis is placed on learning to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse students in inclusive classrooms. Students are also introduced to the Response to Intervention model, including universal screening instruments and the three tiers of instruction and assessment. This course will include a field experience case study that provides opportunity for application of knowledge, skills, and dispositions. A lab is required concurrently to assist in field experience. Credits: 3, Lab Fee 04 ($30), Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL | WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2010 - 2022) Discontinued (2021-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education and Psychology | Active | |
| 1162 | EDUC338L | Field Experience Fundamentals of Inclusive Education Lab NULL Credits: 0, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: VARIABLE Catalog: (2014 - 2022) Discontinued (2021-01-01) | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education and Psychology | Active | |
| 1163 | EDUC339 | Principles and Methods of Teaching Reading This is the third of three courses that focus on the research on how children become literate and the implications of research on instructional practice. This course focuses on fluency, vocabulary acquisition, comprehension, and close reading of complex text. This course connects to content in previous literacy-specific courses and develops proficiency in the use of more complex teaching strategies and assessments. Classroom observation and micro-teaching is required. Incorporates fieldwork that includes an intensive culminating field experience in conjunction with EDUC 327, EDUC 331, EDUC 454, EDUC 457 providing opportunity for application of knowledge, skills, and dispositions. Credits: 3, Lab Fee 08 ($150), Level: Undergraduate, Offered: WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2018 - 2022) Discontinued (2021-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education and Psychology | Active | |
| 1164 | EDUC339 | Principles and Methods of Teaching Reading This is the third of three courses that focus on the research on how children become literate and the implications of research on instructional practice. This course focuses on fluency, vocabulary acquisition, comprehension, and close reading of complex text. This course connects to content in previous literacy-specific courses and develops proficiency in the use of more complex teaching strategies and assessments. Classroom observation and micro-teaching is required. Incorporates fieldwork that includes an intensive culminating field experience in conjunction with EDUC 327, EDUC 331, EDUC 454, EDUC 457 providing opportunity for application of knowledge, skills, and dispositions. Credits: 3, Lab Fee 15 ($400), Level: Undergraduate, Offered: WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2022 - 2024) Discontinued (2023-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1165 | EDUC339 | Principles and Methods of Teaching Reading This is the third of three courses that focus on the research on how children become literate and the implications of research on instructional practice. This course focuses on fluency, vocabulary acquisition, comprehension, and close reading of complex text. This course connects to content in previous literacy-specific courses and develops proficiency in the use of more complex teaching strategies and assessments. Classroom observation and micro-teaching is required. Incorporates fieldwork that includes an intensive culminating field experience in conjunction with EDUC 327, EDUC 331, EDUC 454, EDUC 457 providing opportunity for application of knowledge, skills, and dispositions. Credits: 3, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2024 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1166 | EDUC341 | General Methods and Assessment An introduction to the pedagogical knowledge, skills, and dispositions related to differentiated instruction and assessment. Other topics include teacher responsibilities, culturally responsive teachers, teacher self-assessment, and study skills. A required field experience provides opportunity for application of knowledge skills and dispositions. Credits: 3, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL | WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2010 - 2022) Discontinued (2021-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education and Psychology | Active | |
| 1167 | EDUC341L | Fld Exp:Gen Meth & Assessment NULL Credits: 0, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: VARIABLE Catalog: (2013 - 2022) Discontinued (2021-01-01) | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education and Psychology | Active | |
| 1168 | EDUC342 | Curriculum and Content Methods - Secondary The majors which require methods courses are: Biology, Chemistry, English, French, History, Mathematics, Physics, Religious Education, and Spanish. Directed observation in selected schools and attendance at local professional meetings are considered part of this course. Among the student's responsibilities will be the collection and organization of a file of teaching materials, the preparation of lesson plans as set forth in the Teacher Education Program, and evaluation of textbooks. Fifteen hours of field experience provide opportunity for application of knowledge, skills, and dispositions. Credits: 2, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL | WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2010 - 2022) Discontinued (2021-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education and Psychology | Active | |
| 1169 | EDUC342 | Curriculum and Content Methods - Secondary The majors which require methods courses are: Biology, Chemistry, English, French, History, Mathematics, Physics, Religious Education, and Spanish. Directed observation in selected schools and attendance at local professional meetings are considered part of this course. Among the student's responsibilities will be the collection and organization of a file of teaching materials, the preparation of lesson plans as set forth in the Teacher Education Program, and evaluation of textbooks. Fifteen hours of field experience provide opportunity for application of knowledge, skills, and dispositions. Credits: 2, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL | WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2022 - 2023) Discontinued (2022-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education and Psychology | Active | |
| 1170 | EDUC342 | Curriculum and Content Methods - Secondary This course combines discussion, guided practice, and actual teaching experiences in a local middle/high school/academy. Attention is given to using North American Division and TN Learning Standards to guide instruction and assessment. Secondary teacher candidates become familiar with content pedagogy as well as resources for planning, instruction, assessment, and evaluation. This course is offered for biology, chemistry, English, history, languages, mathematics, physics, and religion, which includes Encounter training for secondary education. A required field experience provides opportunity for application of knowledge, skills, and dispositions. Prerequisite(s): Achieved Teacher Education Candidacy or EDUC 201. Credits: 2, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL | WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2023 - 2024) Discontinued (2023-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1171 | EDUC342 | Curriculum and Content Methods - Secondary This course combines discussion, guided practice, and actual teaching experiences in a local middle/high school/academy. Attention is given to using North American Division and TN Learning Standards to guide instruction and assessment. Secondary teacher candidates become familiar with content pedagogy as well as resources for planning, instruction, assessment, and evaluation. This course is offered for biology, chemistry, English, history, languages, mathematics, physics, and religion, which includes Encounter training for secondary education. A required field experience provides opportunity for application of knowledge, skills, and dispositions. Prerequisite(s): Achieved Teacher Education Candidacy or EDUC 201. Credits: 2, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL | WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2024 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1172 | EDUC343 | Learning Theories and Classroom Management The course is the study of educational theories as these pertain to the teaching-learning process and classroom management/behavior discipline models. Other topics include the characteristics of an effective teacher, first days of school, interviewing skills, preparation for professional exams, and parent-teacher conferences. A required field experience provides opportunity for application of knowledge, skills, and dispositions. Must be taken in residence. Credits: 3, Lab Fee 08 ($150), Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL | WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2010 - 2022) Discontinued (2021-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education and Psychology | Active | |
| 1173 | EDUC343L | Field Experience: Learning Theories and Classroom Management NULL Credits: 0, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: VARIABLE Catalog: (2014 - 2022) Discontinued (2021-01-01) | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education and Psychology | Active | |
| 1174 | EDUC344 | Secondary Methodology and Assessment An overview of the major concepts, principles, and research related to effective curriculum, instruction, and assessment to meet the varying abilities and learning styles of middle and secondary school students. Candidates explore and develop a variety of evidence-based instruction, learning, and assessment principles used to inform practice. Credits: 2, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL | WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2021 - 2022) Discontinued (2021-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education and Psychology | Active | |
| 1175 | EDUC345 | Learning Theory and Classroom Management An overview of educational theories pertaining to the teaching-learning process and classroom management. Principles of effective classroom management and strategies to promote positive relationships, cooperation, conflict resolution and purposeful learning are presented. Credits: 2, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2022 - 2024) Discontinued (2023-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1176 | EDUC345 | Learning Theory and Classroom Management An overview of educational theories pertaining to the teaching-learning process and classroom management. Principles of effective classroom management and strategies to promote positive relationships, cooperation, conflict resolution and purposeful learning are presented. Credits: 2, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2024 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1177 | EDUC345 | Secondary Learning Theory and Classroom Management An overview of educational theories pertaining to the teaching-learning process and classroom management. Principles of effective classroom management and strategies to promote positive relationships, cooperation, conflict resolution and purposeful learning are presented. Credits: 2, Lab Fee 08 ($150), Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL | WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2021 - 2022) Discontinued (2021-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education and Psychology | Active | |
| 1178 | EDUC346 | Field Experience in Secondary Education Supervised field experience in middle or secondary school settings. Observation and participation in classroom settings is required with a focus on evidence-based practices related to planning, instruction, assessment and classroom management. Seminars and facilitated group discussions on teaching and edTPA tasks are included. PE majors register for one hour; all other majors register for two. Credits: 1 - 2, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL | WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2021 - 2022) Discontinued (2021-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education and Psychology | Active | |
| 1179 | EDUC346 | Field Experience in Secondary Education Supervised field experience in middle or secondary school settings. Observation and participation in classroom settings is required with a focus on evidence-based practices related to planning, instruction, assessment and classroom management. Seminars and facilitated group discussions on teaching and edTPA tasks are included. PE majors register for one hour; all other majors register for two. Credits: 1 - 2, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2022 - 2024) Discontinued (2023-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1180 | EDUC346 | Field Experience in Secondary Education Supervised field experience in middle or secondary school settings. Observation and participation in classroom settings is required with a focus on evidence-based practices related to planning, instruction, assessment and classroom management. Seminars and facilitated group discussions on teaching and edTPA tasks are included. PE and MUED majors register for one hour; all other majors register for two. Credits: 1 - 2, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2024 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1181 | EDUC347 | Assessment and Differentiation This course focuses on reflective thinking and planning for assessment, types of assessment, and how assessment impacts other classroom elements (learning environment, curriculum, instruction, and leadership and management). The course will equip teacher candidates to use assessment data to differentiate the process and product of learning. Credits: 2, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL | WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2022 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1182 | EDUC348 | Secondary Instructional Methods An overview of the major concepts, principles, and research related to effective planning, instruction, and assessment. Candidates preparing to teach in middle and secondary classrooms develop a repertoire of evidence-based strategies that honor the practices used in Tier 1 and Tier 2 instruction. Credits: 2, Lab Fee 09 ($180), Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2022 - 2024) Discontinued (2023-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1183 | EDUC348 | Secondary Instructional Methods An overview of the major concepts, principles, and research related to effective planning, instruction, and assessment. Candidates preparing to teach in middle and secondary classrooms develop a repertoire of evidence-based strategies that honor the practices used in Tier 1 and Tier 2 instruction. Credits: 2, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2024 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1184 | EDUC351 | Educating the Whole Child This course enables teacher candidates to demonstrate knowledge and skill related to the core concepts of exceptionalities and trauma-informed teaching and learning. Study is given to concepts related to types of exceptionalities and adverse experiences. The course provides an evidence-based approach to creating a compassionate and responsive classroom environment that promotes resilience and growth mindset. Credits: 3, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2022 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1185 | EDUC400 | Education Conference/Study Tour Students attend a conference or participate in a study tour designed to enrich their educational experience and promote effectiveness and job preparedness within their field of study. Requirements include attendance and maintaining a log of resulting reflections/learning experiences. Completion of a reflective paper required. Lab fees based on destination. Credits: 0 - 6, Lab Fee 29 ($1800), Level: Undergraduate, Offered: VARIABLE Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2023 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1186 | EDUC419 | Philosophy and Leadership in Christian Education (SERV-2) (W) This course is designed to familiarize teacher candidates with the scriptural principles and philosophical base as it relates to Seventh-day Adventist education and instructional leadership. The writings of Ellen White and others inform this study. Leadership principles are studied, including topics related to the integration of faith and learning, interpersonal communication, administration of small schools, and the responsibility of educators to constituencies. Credits: 3, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL | WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2010 - 2024) Discontinued (2023-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1187 | EDUC419 | Philosophy and Leadership in Christian Education (SERV-2) (W) This course is designed to familiarize teacher candidates with the scriptural principles and philosophical base as it relates to Seventh-day Adventist education and instructional leadership. The writings of Ellen White and others inform this study. Leadership principles are studied, including topics related to the integration of faith and learning, interpersonal communication, administration of small schools, and the responsibility of educators to constituencies. Credits: 3, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL | WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2024 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1188 | EDUC421 | Behavior Management-Elementary This course is designed to prepare the candidate to successfully manage PreK-8 classrooms. It includes instruction from notable authors such as Jones & Jones, Wong, Canter, White, Glasser, and others. Students will refine their own approach based on their exposure to a variety of philosophies, theories, observations, and experiences. Classroom observation is required. Incorporates field experience that provides opportunity for application of knowledge, skills, and dispositions. Credits: 2, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (1991 - 2022) Discontinued (2021-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education and Psychology | Active | |
| 1189 | EDUC423 | Issues in Adolescence See PSYC 422 for course description. This course is cross-listed with PSYC 422. A student may receive credit for this course from only one program. Credits: 3, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2004 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1190 | EDUC434 | Reading and Writing in the Content Areas This course focuses on guiding secondary and PreK-12 candidates to develop an understanding of disciplinary literacy skills and strategies necessary in middle and secondary school classrooms. Techniques for improving students' ability to read, write, view, listen and speak will be discussed. Candidates will learn and practice strategies for reading comprehension and vocabulary development, as well as writing to learn and public writing. Causes of literacy problems and assessment procedures will be studied. A required field experience provides opportunity for application of knowledge, skills, and dispositions. This course fulfills the NAD requirement for secondary reading methods. Credits: 2, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL | WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (1993 - 2022) Discontinued (2021-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education and Psychology | Active | |
| 1191 | EDUC434 | Reading and Writing in the Content Areas This course focuses on guiding secondary and PreK-12 candidates to develop an understanding of disciplinary literacy skills and strategies necessary in middle and secondary school classrooms. Techniques for improving students' ability to read, write, view, listen and speak will be discussed. Candidates will learn and practice strategies for reading comprehension and vocabulary development, as well as writing to learn and public writing. Causes of literacy problems and assessment procedures will be studied. A required field experience provides opportunity for application of knowledge, skills, and dispositions. This course fulfills the NAD requirement for secondary reading methods. Credits: 2, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2022 - 2024) Discontinued (2023-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1192 | EDUC434 | Reading and Writing in the Content Areas This course focuses on guiding secondary and PreK-12 candidates to develop an understanding of disciplinary literacy skills and strategies necessary in middle and secondary school classrooms. Techniques for improving students' ability to read, write, view, listen and speak will be discussed. Candidates will learn and practice strategies for reading comprehension and vocabulary development, as well as writing to learn and public writing. Causes of literacy problems and assessment procedures will be studied. A required field experience provides opportunity for application of knowledge, skills, and dispositions. This course fulfills the NAD requirement for secondary reading methods. Credits: 2, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2024 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1193 | EDUC448 | Response to Intervention This course is designed to provide teacher candidates with a comprehensive understanding of the Response to Intervention (RTI) model of instruction and intervention. Candidates become familiar with universal assessment, formative assessments, evidence-based Tier II interventions, and progress monitoring. An intensive field experience involves administration and analysis of assessments and use of interventions within a tutoring context. Candidates may choose an emphasis in Math or Literacy RTI. A performance assessment is required. Credits: 2, Lab Fee 06 ($90), Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2018 - 2022) Discontinued (2021-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education and Psychology | Active | |
| 1194 | EDUC448 | Response to Intervention This course is designed to provide teacher candidates with a comprehensive understanding of the Response to Intervention (RTI) model of instruction and intervention. Candidates become familiar with universal assessment, formative assessments, evidence-based Tier II interventions, and progress monitoring. An intensive field experience involves administration and analysis of assessments and use of interventions within a tutoring context. Candidates may choose an emphasis in Math or Literacy RTI. A performance assessment is required. Credits: 2, Lab Fee 04 ($30), Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2022 - 2024) Discontinued (2023-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1195 | EDUC448 | Response to Intervention This course is designed to provide teacher candidates with a comprehensive understanding of the Response to Intervention (RTI) model of instruction and intervention. Candidates become familiar with universal assessment, formative assessments, evidence-based Tier II interventions, and progress monitoring. An intensive field experience involves administration and analysis of assessments and use of interventions within a tutoring context. Candidates may choose an emphasis in Math or Literacy RTI. A performance assessment is required. Credits: 2, Lab Fee 04 ($30), Level: Undergraduate, Offered: FALL Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2024 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1196 | EDUC454 | Elementary Science and Health Methods Includes curriculum organization, methods, materials and equipment with emphasis on multi-grade classrooms. Techniques and materials are examined using basic principles of the scientific method. Instruction is also provided in lesson planning, assessment, and differentiating instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners. Classroom observation and micro-teaching are required. Incorporates fieldwork that includes an intensive culminating field experience in conjunction with EDUC 327, EDUC 331, EDUC 339, and EDUC 457, providing opportunity for application of knowledge, skills, and disposition. Credits: 2, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (1980 - 2022) Discontinued (2021-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education and Psychology | Active | |
| 1197 | EDUC454 | Elementary Science and Health Methods Includes curriculum organization, methods, materials and equipment with emphasis on multi-grade classrooms. Techniques and materials are examined using basic principles of the scientific method. Instruction is also provided in lesson planning, assessment, and differentiating instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners. Classroom observation and micro-teaching are required. Incorporates fieldwork that includes an intensive culminating field experience in conjunction with EDUC 327, EDUC 331, EDUC 339, and EDUC 457, providing opportunity for application of knowledge, skills, and disposition. Credits: 2, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2022 - 2024) Discontinued (2023-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1198 | EDUC454 | Elementary Science and Health Methods Includes curriculum organization, methods, materials and equipment with emphasis on multi-grade classrooms. Techniques and materials are examined using basic principles of the scientific method. Instruction is also provided in lesson planning, assessment, and differentiating instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners. Classroom observation and micro-teaching are required. Incorporates fieldwork that includes an intensive culminating field experience in conjunction with EDUC 327, EDUC 331, EDUC 339, and EDUC 457, providing opportunity for application of knowledge, skills, and disposition. Credits: 2, Lab Fee 04 ($30), Level: Undergraduate, Offered: WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2024 — Indefinite) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active | |
| 1199 | EDUC457 | Elementary Social Studies Methods An introduction to the pedagogical knowledge, skills, and dispositions related to effective instruction and assessment in Social Studies. Teacher candidates become familiar with frameworks of instruction that support multi-grade contexts, developmentally appropriate practices, and differentiating for diversity. Classroom observation and micro-teaching are required. Incorporates fieldwork that includes an intensive culminating field experience in conjunction with EDUC 327, EDUC 331, EDUC 339, and EDUC 454, providing opportunity for application of knowledge, skills, and dispositions. Credits: 2, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (1980 - 2022) Discontinued (2021-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education and Psychology | Active | |
| 1200 | EDUC457 | Elementary Social Studies Methods An introduction to the pedagogical knowledge, skills, and dispositions related to effective instruction and assessment in Social Studies. Teacher candidates become familiar with frameworks of instruction that support multi-grade contexts, developmentally appropriate practices, and differentiating for diversity. Classroom observation and micro-teaching are required. Incorporates fieldwork that includes an intensive culminating field experience in conjunction with EDUC 327, EDUC 331, EDUC 339, and EDUC 454, providing opportunity for application of knowledge, skills, and dispositions. Credits: 2, Level: Undergraduate, Offered: WINTER Catalog: ✔️ Undergraduate (2022 - 2024) Discontinued (2023-01-01) | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | Education (EDUC) | EDUC | School of Education, Psychology and Counseling | Active |