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Course Descriptions/Education 295
become familiar with teaching and learning strategies that will enhance the acquisition of a second language.
Prerequisite: Completion or concurrent enrollment in EDU 2300 and EDU 3431 or 3432
The course focuses on the use of technology as an educational tool. Topics include spreadsheets, desktop publishing, website design, presentation programs, and advanced internet technologies as they pertain to the TEKS and curriculum and instructional design of lesson plans.
3338. Computers as a Classroom Tool 3 hours
3431. Instruction, Assessment and Classroom Management 4 hours in the Elementary School
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in EDU 2300
This course is intended to provide an overview of instructional methods and strategies for elementary school teaching. Emphasis will be placed on designing and teaching lessons. In addition, classroom management techniques and assessment methods will also be addressed. This course requires two and one-half (2.5) observation hours.
3432. Instruction, Assessment and Classroom Management 4 hours in the Secondary School
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in EDU 2300
Principles of instruction, assessment and classroom management are explored in the context of conceptual development. Includes how to organize and manage a successful learning environment. The course assists teacher candidates develop an individual classroom management and instructional plan appropriate to their proposed teaching field. This course requires ten (10) observation hours.
3363. Foundations of Bilingual Education 3 hours
Prerequisite: EDU 2300, EDU 3431 and admission to Teacher Education
This course examines the history and role of bilingual education in American education. In addition, it examines the effects of bilingualism on the cognitive and meta-linguistic development, and the creative thinking of balanced bilingual students. Multicultural themes such as discrimination and racism in the United States are addressed. Various models of bilingual programs implemented in the States and abroad are examined.
4301. Teaching Literature to Adolescents 3 hours
Prerequisite: ENG 1301, ENG 1302, and 3 hours of sophomore literature survey
A study of numerous literary works suitable for classroom use with young adults. Recommended for students being certified in secondary education and for those seeking a reading specialization.
4317. English as a Second Language Methodology3 hours
Prerequisite: EDU 2300, EDU 3431, EDU 3324 and admission to Teacher Education
Examines the history of first and second language teaching to assess the effectiveness of such methodologies. Competency will be established in defining and applying terminology and basic concepts regarding the language development of LEP student. In addition, it examines more contemporary second language teaching approaches as they relate to the development of curriculum, lesson plan preparation, and the language assessment of LEP students. The role and application of computer-assisted instruction in the language development of LEP students will be emphasized.