EDUCATION AND PSYCHOLOGY

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EARLY CHILDHOOD (CHLD)

CHLD 310 FOUNDATIONS OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION	3
In-depth study of the historical, philosophical, and psychological bases of early childhood education. Prerequisite: PSYC 215 or permission of instructor.

CHLD 374 PROFESSIONAL CORE I: CREATIVE ACTIVITIES	4
Materials and teaching strategies involving art, music, poetry, storytelling, and dramatic play in early childhood education. Prerequisite: CHLD 310.

CHLD 376 PROFESSIONAL CORE II: THE PHYSICAL WORLD	4
Materials and teaching strategies to acquaint children with the physical world. Includes personal health, nutrition and safety, natural science observation, and simple quantification concepts. Prerequisite: CHLD 310.

CHLD 378 INFANT & TODDLER CARE	2
Group care practices for children from birth to three years of age. Prerequisite: CHLD 310.

CHLD 430 ISSUES & TRENDS IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION	3
Current literature and legislation pertaining to early childhood education, and models for delivery of these services. Prerequisite: CHLD 310.

CHLD 438 INTERVENTION IN THE PRESCHOOL SETTING	3
Analysis of the interaction and development of the child within the school, family, and community; approaches to child rearing, management, and guidance. Prerequisite: CHLD 310. Offered odd years only.

CHLD 455 LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT IN YOUNG CHILDREN	2
Normal development of speech and language in children, including methods of facilitation. Prerequisite: CHLD 310. Offered even years only.

CHLD 480 FIELD WORK IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION	2-4; 4
A broad spectrum of closely supervised experience in actual field settings. Prerequisites: CHLD 310, and permission of early childhood advisor.

EDUCATION (EDUC)

EDUC 210 FOUNDATIONS OF EDUCATION	3
Study of social and historical foundations of American education; cultural, political, institutional, and interpersonal influences on school structure, funding, curriculum design, and the practice of teaching.

EDUC 247 ELEMENTARY SCHOOL EXPLORATORY	1
A three-week internship in a multigrade elementary classroom, designed to acquaint the intern with teacher responsibilities for planning, organizing, and launching a new school year. Offered autumn quarter only. Prerequisite: EDUC 210. (S or NC only)

EDUC 267 MIDDLE SCHOOL EXPLORATORY	1
A thirty-hour internship in a middle school classroom. Designed to acquaint the intern with student behavior at the grade level assigned, along with teacher responsibilities for planning, implementing, and managing the instructional program. Conferences with the instructor are required. Prerequisite: EDUC 210. (S or NC only)

EDUC 280 STUDENT LITERACY CORPS EXPERIENCE

1-2

A service-learning course with the specific focus of tutoring persons who are educationally or economically disadvantaged. Students will learn effective methods of literacy tutoring and gain both training and experience in communicating stay-in-school values and building self esteem. Students will gain experience in working with students from a diverse population and gain understanding of cultural differences. The student will evaluate their own attitudes of individual responsibility to the community. The course will include both in class and on site participation.

EDUC 360 ELEMENTARY CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION: READING AND LANGUAGE ARTS	6
Study of language acquisition in elementary-age children, including speaking, thinking, listening, reading, and writing. Philosophy, curriculum, media, and research-based strategies used in teaching reading and language arts; emphasis on holistic approach to language instruction. Practicum required. Prerequisite: Admission to Phase II.

EDUC 365 INSTRUCTIONAL METHODOLOGY	3
Study of research-based models and exemplary practices for teaching in the secondary classroom environment; emphasis on human dynamics, rules and routines, conflict resolution, motivational strategies, eliciting parental support, and professional growth. Prerequisite: Admission to Phase II.

EDUC 367 INSTRUCTIONAL METHODOLOGY PRACTICUM	1
Laboratory practice in selected teaching skills, utilizing videotaped feedback and one-one-one conferencing. One laboratory per week. Prerequisite or Corequisite: EDUC 365.

EDUC 373 ELEMENTARY CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION: MATHEMATICS	4
Survey of the curriculum, media, and research-based strategies used in teaching elementary mathematics, including software evaluation for computer-aided instruction (CAI). Practicum required. Prerequisites: Admission to Phase II; MATH 112 and 113 or a more advanced mathematics course.

EDUC 381 ELEMENTARY CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION: RELIGION	2
Survey of the curriculum, media, and strategies used in teaching Bible to elementary-age children; emphasis on building and maintaining relationships that provide effective religious instruction. Prerequisite: Admission to Phase II.

EDUC 382 ELEMENTARY CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION: SOCIAL STUDIES	2
Survey of the curriculum, media, and research-based strategies used in teaching elementary social studies. Prerequisite: Admission to Phase II.

EDUC 383 ELEMENTARY CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION: SCIENCE	2
Survey of the curriculum, media, and research-based strategies used in teaching elementary science; emphasis on science as a process of inquiry. Prerequisite: Admission to Phase II.

EDUC 390 MEASUREMENT AND EVALUATION IN EDUCATION	3
Writing instructional objectives; performance-based measures of student achievement; norm- and criterion-referenced tests; concepts of reliability and validity; item analysis; interpretation of data; sociometric and ethnographic procedures; grading and reporting. Prerequisite; Admission to Phase II.

EDUC 405 CLASSROOM ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT	3
Study of research-based models and exemplary practices for organizing and managing the elementary classroom environment; emphasis on human dynamics, rules and routines, conflict resolution, motivational strategies, and eliciting parental support. Prerequisite: Admission to Phase II.

EDUC 410 PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION (OR PHIL 410)	3
Study of educational thought and practice from a philosophical perspective: the aims, principles, and theories of education, with special reference to Christian schools.

EDUC 425 LEGAL AND ETHICAL ASPECTS OF EDUCATION	3
Issues of law and ethics with direct application to the teaching profession, including educational structure and governance, church/state relations, students' rights, teachers' rights and responsibilities, and tort liability. Prerequisite: Admission to Phase II.

EDUC 444 TEACHING CULTURALLY DIVERSE STUDENTS	2
Study of human diversity and its impact on the educational process; emphasis on instructional and management strategies which respect and value cultural, ethnic, and language differences. Prerequisites: Admission to Phase II; EDUC 365 or six hours of elementary methods courses, or permission of instructor.

EDUC 475 TEACHING READING SKILLS IN THE CONTENT AREAS	3
Introduction to diagnosis, vocabulary, comprehension skills, rate variation, management, and study skills in junior high and secondary reading. Prerequisite: Admission to Phase II.

EDUC 480 STUDENT TEACHING IN THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Application of teaching theory in the classroom; full participation in a teaching situation, under the supervision of an experienced teacher. Conferences will be conducted with the student teacher by the cooperating teacher and college supervisor. Scheduled group sessions required. Students enrolled in student teaching may not register for other courses without the written permission of the Education Department. Prerequisites: EDUC 360, 373, 405 and permission of the Education Department. (S or NC only)

EDUC 481 STUDENT TEACHING IN THE SECONDARY SCHOOL

Application of teaching theory in the classroom; full participation in a teaching situation, under the supervision of an experienced teacher. Conferences will be conducted with the student teacher by the cooperating teacher and college supervisor. Scheduled group sessions required. Students enrolled in student teaching may not register for other courses without the written permission of the Education Department. Prerequisites: EDUC 365, 367 and permission of the Education Department. (S or NC only)

EDUC 490 SEMINAR: PROFESSIONAL ISSUES	1
Focused examination of specific topics in education with a view toward entry into the teaching profession. Prerequisite: Admission to Phase II and senior standing.

EDUC 492 EDUCATION OF THE GIFTED	3
Introduction to the design of learning opportunities for gifted children in the light of their psychological characteristics.

EDUC 494 COOPERATIVE EDUCATION	0-3
Individual contract arrangement involving students, faculty, and cooperating businesses to gain practical experience in an off-campus setting. Allows the student to apply advanced classroom learning. Prerequisites: Approval by department; CDEV 210 or permission of Cooperative Education Director.

EDUC 496 SEMINAR	1-3; 6
In-depth examination of a specific topic in education. Topics may include cooperative learning, curriculum reform, small-school pedagogy, media applications, etc. Prerequisite: upper division major/minor in education or permission of instructor.

PSYCHOLOGY (PSYC)

PSYC 130 GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY	4
Survey emphasizing the scientific bases of psychological investigation. Introduction to the fundamental vocabulary, methodologies, established facts, and sound principles of psychology.

PSYC 215 DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY	4
Life from prenatal through adolescent years. Emphasis is placed on the emotional, social, physical, motor, and psychological development of the individual.

PSYC 220 EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY	3
Study of current research in human development, individual differences, learning, cognition, and motivation, with particular reference to elementary and secondary classrooms; emphasis placed on the application of theory to teacher decision-making and problem-solving.

PSYC 266 DYNAMICS OF BEHAVIOR	3
Introduction to the dynamic mechanisms of human adjustment and behavior.

PSYC 360 SMALL GROUP PROCEDURES	3
Examination of small group process through simulations, confrontation techniques, and role playing. Especially useful for teachers, ministers, nurses, and social workers. Prerequisite: PSYC 130.

PSYC 366 THEORIES OF PERSONALITY	3
Theories of personality development, assessment, and adjustment. Prerequisite: PSYC 130.

PSYC 375 EXPERIMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY	3
Advanced study of experimental design with completion of an individual research proposal. Prerequisites: PSYC 130; MATH 206 or equivalent.

PSYC 425 PSYCHOLOGY OF RELIGION	3
Interpretation of religious behavior and motivation from psychological perspectives.

PSYC 426 INTRODUCTION TO COUNSELING AND GUIDANCE PROFESSIONS	3
PROFESSIONS Introduction to the philosophy, functions, and organization of counseling and guidance programs in school and community agencies.

PSYC 430 PSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING	3
Principles of test selection, administration, and interpretation; consideration of the contributions and limitations of major types of standardized tests and inventories used in the behavioral sciences. Prerequisites: PSYC 130; MATH 206; and permission of instructor.

PSYC 444 SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY	3
The dynamics of social interaction and interpersonal behavior with application to contemporary society. Prerequisite: PSYC 130 or permission of instructor.

PSYC 455 HISTORY AND SYSTEMS OF PSYCHOLOGY	3
Historical development of the various systems and theories of psychology. Prerequisite: PSYC 130.

PSYC 464 COUNSELING RELATIONSHIPS	3
Introduction to psychological theory and skills essential for developing effective, helping relationships with individuals and groups. Course is open only to Junior and Senior Psychology majors or minors.

PSYC 465 HELPING SKILLS	1; 3
Training in counseling skills for students planning careers in counseling, deaning, nursing, pastoral or social work, and organizational psychology. Modeling and role play supplemented by group discussion and personal supervision. Prerequisite: PSYC 464 or permission of instructor.

PSYC 466 PSYCHOPHYSIOLOGY	4
Focuses on the physiological substrates of human behavior. Emphasis placed on the structure and function of sensory and effector mechanisms, the nervous system, and the endocrine system as they are involved in behavior. The psychobiology of emotional, learning, and reproductive behavior is also stressed. Prerequisites: PSYC 130; BIOL 101 or 201.

PSYC 489 VOCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT THEORY	3
Theories of vocational choice and methods of studying occupations and occupational information as they relate to educational and vocational guidance.

PSYC 492 ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY	3
Behavioral disturbances, therapeutic measures, and related theories. Prerequisites; PSYC 130; PSYC 215 or 366.

PSYC 494 COOPERATIVE EDUCATION	0-4
Individual contract arrangement involving students, faculty, and cooperating businesses to gain practical experience in an off-campus setting. Allows the student to apply advanced classroom learning. Prerequisites: Approval by department; CDEV 210 or permission of the Cooperative Education Director.

PSYC 495 RESEARCH PROJECT IN PSYCHOLOGY	2
Execution of the research proposal accepted in PSYC 375. Prerequisite: PSYC 375 and permission of instructor.

PSYC 496 SEMINAR	2-3; 6
In-depth examination of a specific topic in psychology. Topics may include motivation, sensation and perception, mental health, human sexuality, etc. Prerequisite: upper division major/minor in psychology or permission of instructor.

SPECIAL EDUCATION (SPED)

SPED 310 FOUNDATIONS OF SPECIAL EDUCATION	3
An introduction to special education as a field of study and practice in American schools. Examines social and historical foundations, the characteristics of handicapping conditions, and their impact on the educational setting. Prerequisite: PSYC 215 or permission of instructor.

SPED 315 TEACHING THE PRESCHOOL EXCEPTIONAL CHILD	3
Diagnosis and instructional planning on behalf of the preschool (0-6 years of age) exceptional child.

SPED 373 MANAGEMENT OF EXCEPTIONAL INDIVIDUALS	4
In-depth examination and administration of various models and techniques for the management of exceptional individuals within the classroom, home and community. On-site field experience required.

SPED 430 ISSUES AND TRENDS IN SPECIAL EDUCATION	3
A study of current literature pertaining to special education, legislation in relationship to the development and implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEP's), and models for the delivery of these services.

SPED 433 ASSESSMENT OF EXCEPTIONAL INDIVIDUALS	4
Examination and administration of assessment measures for exceptional individuals. On-site field experience required. Prerequisite: SPED 310.

SPED 437 INSTRUCTION OF EXCEPTIONAL INDIVIDUALS	4
In-depth examination and implementation of effective teaching techniques for exceptional learners. On-site field experience required.

SPED 438 COUNSELING EXCEPTIONAL INDIVIDUALS AND THEIR FAMILIES	3
Consideration and practice of counseling techniques for use with exceptional individuals and their families. Special attention is given to academic, behavioral, and vocational concerns.

SPED 480 PRACTICUM IN SPECIAL EDUCATION	1-4; 4
Provides a broad spectrum of closely supervised experience in actual field settings, including assessment, management, and instruction techniques. Prerequisites: SPED 373, 433, 437, and permission of special education adviser. May not be taken concurrently with student teaching.

Please see the Graduate Bulletin for a listing of graduate courses in education, special education, and psychology.

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