Primary Education Course Descriptions
ART 237 - Art for Teachers
3 Credits
A survey of art materials and techniques appropriate for young children. Emphasis
is on the integration of principles and historic developments of art with methods
for promoting and evaluating the visual development of young children.
Emphasis will be placed on curricular adaptations for children with special needs,
evaluation techniques, student portfolios, cross-disciplinary planning and whole curriculum
development. Fee.
BIO 107 Principles of Biology
4Credits
Biology for the informed citizen.This course is a survey of the basic concepts of
biology underlying the complex issues we face every day ranging from life at the cellular
level to the health of our planet as a whole.Whether making personal healthcare decisions
or voting for sound environmental policies, everyone needs a solid foundation in the
science of biology.Topics covered include the scientific method; cell structure and
function; genetics; biotechnology; evolution; biodiversity of plants, animals and
microbes; population ecology; ecosystems, and current issues in biology; laboratory
included.Fee
EDU 103 - Introduction to Teaching: Early Childhood
3 Credits
This introduction to teaching includes supervised early experience of 60 hours in
an early childhood classroom. The exploratory contact with various school activities
is designed to help the student clarify the decision to become a member of the teaching
profession.
EDU 104 - Introduction to Teaching: Primary Education
3 Credits
This introduction to teaching includes supervised early experience of 60 hours in
an elementary school classroom. The exploratory contact with various school activities
is designed to help the student clarify the decision to become a member of the teaching
profession.
EDU 120 - Teaching Reading Through Literature for Children & Young Adults
3 Credits
The techniques and methods of teaching reading through the use of literature for pre-school
age through young adulthood will be explored. Emphasis is on genres; author and illustrator
studies; the inter-relationship of reading, writing, listening, and speaking; multicultural
and international publications; and historical and contemporary publishing trends.
Students should develop an appreciation for children’s literature as they select,
interpret, discuss, and formulate strategies for using quality books with children.
Includes service-learning hours.
EDU 210 - Understanding Development & Learning of the Young Child
3 Credits
This course offers the early childhood education candidate the knowledge and skills
needed to understand how children develop and learn, from conception to middle childhood
years. Various educational situations, as well as family and community contexts that
support physical, social, emotional, language, cognitive, and aesthetic development
of the early learner are explored.
In addition, a 10 hour field experience in early childhood settings provides the candidate
with practical application of theories of development and learning that are presented
in the course.
Prerequisite: EDU 103.
EDU 211 - Teaching Phonics & the Structure of Language
3 Credits
A study of the phonology, morphology, syntax, semantic and pragmatic underpinnings
of English and of the instructional strategies that support language acquisition and
literacy.
Prerequisite: EDU 103, 105, 110, 112, or equivalent.
EDU 212 - Developmental Issues & Practice in Reading
3 Credits
A study of the cognitive and linguistic foundations of literacy development in the
learner including the cultural, social and psycholinguistic principles and practices
underlying reading, and learning to read and write. Traditional literacy practices
and current research-based instructional trends for diverse learners at all levels
are contrasted and evaluated.
Particular emphasis is placed on word recognition, fluency, vocabulary, reading comprehension,
the reading and writing process, reading and writing instruction, and assessment as
they interrelate. Includes field experience.
Prerequisite: Prior completion of EDU 211 is recommended.
EDU 215 - Diversity & the Learner
3 Credits
A study of individual differences designed to develop an understanding of human growth
and development with emphasis on multicultural, psychological, and sociological factors
that impact upon the early and adolescent learner, the family, and educational programs.
Includes a review of current practices of family involvement in the education and
care of the learner. Includes a 15 hour service-learning component in addition to
class time.
Prerequisite: EDU 103, 105, 110, 112 or equivalent. This course fulfills the diversity, global, and multicultural requirement.
EDU 230 - Introduction to Special Education & Diverse Learners
3 Credits
A survey of areas of exceptionality and related topics: learning disabilities, hearing,
visual, and orthopedic impairments, behavior, emotional, and communication disorders,
developmental disabilities, multiple disabilities, early intervention, transition,
giftedness, cultural diversity, parenting, inclusion, legal and ethical issues, implications
for educational planning based on individual abilities and needs. Includes field experience
of 20 hours.
Prerequisite/Co-requisite: EDU 103, 105, 110 or equivalent.
EDU 250 - Issues & Techniques in Assessment, Classroom Environment & Management
3 Credits
An examination of assessment types, methods, and applications necessary for teaching
all students. The course includes an examination of current theory and research of
methodology for establishing and maintaining classroom environments, which are conducive
for optimal student learning, for all types of students within a variety of classrooms.
Co- or Prerequisite: EDU 230.
EDU 315 - Diagnostic, Prescriptive & Remediation Techniques in Reading
3 Credits
A study of the fundamentals of evaluating the literacy competencies of diverse students
derived from current theories and research findings. The course will investigate how
to diagnose difficulties in reading and related areas; prescriptive techniques; implementation
of remedial instruction; and how to monitor and document student’s progress, strengths,
and needs. Includes field experience.
Prerequisites: EDU 211 and 212.
EDU 344A Primary Science Methods
3 Credits
This science methods course provides primary education candidates with the current
knowledge and ability to develop and implement meaningful learning experiences for
children, in preschool through grade 5. The emphasis is on learning experiences that
are developmentally appropriate, meaningful, and aligned with the science content
standards for the state of Ohio, including the solar system and universe, structure,
landforms, and processes of the Earth, weather and climate systems, and other standard
strands. Candidates will be expected to evaluate topics of study in terms of conceptual
soundness and intellectual integrity; select and create developmentally appropriate
materials, and establish procedures for communicating with families. A field component
of this course is included. Prerequisite: EDU 218 or EDU 250. May be a co-requisite
with EDU 410. Please see EDU 410 course description for details.EDU
344B Primary Mathematics Methods
3 Credits
This math methods course provides primary education candidates with the current knowledge
and ability to develop and implement meaningful learning experiences for children
in preschool through grade 5. The emphasis is on learning experiences that are developmentally
appropriate, meaningful, and aligned with the mathematics content standards for the
state of Ohio. Candidates will be expected to evaluate topics of study in terms of
conceptual soundness and intellectual integrity; select and create developmentally
appropriate materials, and establish procedures for communicating with families. A
field component of this course is included. Prerequisite: EDU 218 or EDU 250. May
be a co-requisite with EDU 410. Please see EDU 410 course description for details.
EDU 344C Primary Social Studies Methods
3 Credits
This social studies methods course provides primary education candidates with the
current knowledge and ability to develop and implement meaningful learning experiences
for children in preschool through grade 5. The emphasis is on learning experiences
that are developmentally appropriate, meaningful, and aligned with the social studies
content standards for the state of Ohio. Candidates will be expected to evaluate topics
of study in terms of conceptual soundness and intellectual integrity; select and create
developmentally appropriate materials, and establish procedures for communicating
with families. A field component of this course is included. Prerequisite: EDU 218
or EDU 250. May be a co-requisite with EDU 410. Please see EDU 410 course description
for details.
EDU 344D Primary Language Arts Methods
3 Credits
This integrated language, literacy and assessment methods course provides primary
education candidates with the current knowledge and ability to develop and implement
meaningful learning experiences for children preschool through grade 5. Candidates
will be expected to evaluate topics of study in terms of conceptual soundness, and
create developmentally appropriate materials based on curriculum standards. Primary
education candidates will select, evaluate, interpret, and use culturally unbiased
informal and formal assessments to plan individualized learning experiences, to develop
teaching practices, assess developmental progress of students, and establish procedures
for communicating with families. A field component of this course is included. Prerequisites:
EDU 104, 210, 211, 212, and 218 or 250. May be a co-requisite with EDU 410. Please
see EDU 410 course description for detail
EDU 379A - CORE: Principles of Education
3 Credits
Justice is part of our schools. Or, is it? This course in educational foundations
will develop from diverse perspectives an understanding of the historical, sociological,
and philosophical roots of education as they are impacted by justice and the question
“how shall we live.” Current educational issues and developments will structure the
course as we look at how education became an institution and why it must continue
to grow and change.
Prerequisite: CORE 179 or appropriate transfer status; ENG 102 or ENG 111. Not open to students with credit in EDU 348A. This course fulfills the diversity, global, and multicultural requirement.
EDU 410 - Assessment & Technology in Teaching & Learning
3 Credits
This course is designed to prepare undergraduate teacher candidates in all licensure
programs with the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to effectively integrate technology
in teaching for student learning and in designing assessment for student learning.
Candidates will understand and apply this knowledge during field experiences to fulfill
Ohio mandates for value added student growth measures, new innovative teacher assessment
measures (e.g. edTPA) and national legislative and judicial mandates (e.g. Higher
Education Opportunity Act, 2008; IDEA, 2004; NCLB, 2001) aligned with the professional,
local, state, and national standards including the common core standards.
Candidates will understand and apply the transformational concepts of universal design
for learning (UDL) principles and develop technological, pedagogical content knowledge
(TPACK) to teach the full spectrum of students in diverse classrooms in the 21st century.
Co-requisites:
- Adolescent & Young Adult & Multi-Age Program - one methods course from: EDU 346, EDU 353, 354, 355, MTH 352, ART 337
- Middle Childhood Program - one methods course from: EDU 347, EDU 349a, EDU 349b, EDU 349c
- Intervention Specialists Program - one methods course from: EDU 330, EDU 331, EDU 350, EDU 351
- Early Childhood Program - two methods courses from: EDU 339, EDU 333a, EDU 333b, EDU 333c.
EDU 479E - CORE: Reflections on Truth: Primary Education
3 Credits
This course will critically examine truth from an educator’s perspective. Truths become
evident when we critically examine questions of depth in education from multiple perspectives.
In addition to the core seminar questions, other possible topics include classroom
diversity and culture, collaboration among multiple stakeholders, and schooling as
seen through the eyes of our learners.
Co-requisite: EDU 482.
EDU 482E - Supervised Teaching: Primary Education
12 Credits
Full-time, full-semester supervised teaching in an early childhood classroom. The
student teacher assumes responsibility for the full teaching load of the cooperating
teacher including planning, teaching, evaluating, and managing/disciplining, and teacher
duties.
Prerequisites: EDU 315, 344A, 344B, 344C, 344D (or equivalent), and 379A. Co-requisite: EDU 479E or equivalent. Fee.
ENG 110 - College Writing I
3 Credits
This course emphasizes the strategies students need for writing and thinking across
the curriculum. By practicing writing strategies such as argumentation, researched
writing (or writing with sources), summary, analysis, comparison and contrast, definition,
students will build the skills needed to succeed as college writers.
Each section will focus on a specific theme. Themes from previous classes have included
the following: American identity, family, love, the politics of food, Native American
culture, and biography.
This course does not fulfill the literature requirement for the Core. Not open to students with credit for ENG 101.
GEO 125 - World Geography
3 Credits
An introduction to the academic discipline of geography; a comprehensive study of
representative world regions. Interdisciplinary in content (culture, history, politics,
economics, etc.), geographic in focus. This course fulfills the diversity, global,
and multicultural requirement.
HST 201 - American History I
3 Credits
An analysis of the colonial heritage of the United States, the causes and consequences
of the American Revolution, the political, social, and economic development of the
new nation through the Civil War and its aftermath.
Not open to students who have taken HST 120.
HST 202 - American History II
3 Credits
An analysis of the rise of big business, the labor movement, the emergence of the
United States as a world power; the Progressive Reform movement; World War I, the
Great Depression, World War II and the Cold War era.
Not open to students who have taken HST 121.
MTH 153A Principles of Mathematics I
3 Credits
An introduction to the study of number and operation designed to develop conceptual-
level understanding and competence in the processes and practices of arithmetic. Includes
understanding mathematics as problem solving,developing number sense, understanding
place value,developing mental mathematics skills, and acquiring abilities related
to mathematical representations. The course focuses on mathematical practice skills
and ways to assess mathematical understanding. Course restricted to elementary and
intervention specialist education majors.
MTH 153B Principles of Mathematics II
3 Credits
The study of mathematical concepts and tools of inquiry related to estimation, geometry
and spatial sense,measurement and data, patterns and algebraic thinking. The course
focuses on mathematical practice skills and ways to assess mathematical understanding.
Course restricted to elementary and intervention specialist education majors. Prerequisite
MTH 153A.
SCI 102 Principles of Physics and Chemistry
4 Credits
A course designed for non-science majors that focuses on the fundamental topics within
chemistry and classical Newtonian physics and how they affect a variety of environmental
issues, including air quality, global climate change, energy consumption, development
and use of alternative energy sources, water quality, and use of polymeric recyclable
materials;laboratory included.Prerequisite:MTH 102or equivalent placement.Not open
to students with credit for CHM 102 and PHY 102. Fee.