Human Development/Early Childhood and Interdisciplinary Studies, PreK-3 and K-5 Teacher Licensure (ECIDS.BST)

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Early Childhood, Elementary, and Special Education

This program prepares candidates with an overview of child development, language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies. The track combines skills needed to teach in the primary and elementary school setting with those needed for PreK-3 licensure.

Degree Checklist

For a checklist of all the courses required for this degree program and a suggested four-year sequence of study, please click on the link below.

General Education Requirements - Total Hours: 53-59

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Specialty Area Requirements

Language Arts

ECED 350 - Children's Literature and Literacy Development Credit Hours: 2

This course will provide a survey of books and related materials appropriate for young children and an introduction to developmentally appropriate techniques for using literature to supplement the development of literacy skills.

Prerequisites

EDUC-199
ENGL 302 - The English Language Credit Hours: 3

This course is intended to give the student an in-depth look at the structure of the English language, focusing on traditional and alternative theories of grammar and principles of linguistics with applications for second-language acquisition.

Prerequisites

ENGL-110
ENGL 381 - Language Acquisition and Development Credit Hours: 3

An investigation of the cognitive processes of first and second language acquisition and development with special attention to the acquisition of literacy, language diversity and bilingualism.

Prerequisites

ENGL-110
READ 371 - Survey of Reading Credit Hours: 3

A study of the reading process and the history and philosophy of the various models of reading instruction. Requires co-requisite enrollment in READ-371L. 

Prerequisites

ELED-340

Mathematics

MTHS 121 - Concepts of Mathematics I Credit Hours: 3

Develops the real number system (including natural numbers, whole numbers, integers, rational numbers and irrational numbers) stressing properties and algorithms. Problem-solving and set theory are emphasized. Elementary algebra will be stressed with application to problem solving. Designed to equip students to teach mathematics in elementary school.This course does not satisfy the university core requirement of 3 hours of mathematics.

Prerequisites

ACT mathematics score of 18 or higher or SAT equivalent or completion of MTHS-098 or MTHS-110 with a grade of C- or better.
MTHS 122 - Concepts of Mathematics II Credit Hours: 3

Decimals, percents, elementary probability, methods of counting, statistics and the normal curve, plane and solid geometry, and the Cartesian coordinate system. Problem-solving is emphasized. This course does not satisfy the university core requirement of 3 hours of mathematics.

Prerequisites

ACT mathematics score of 18 or higher or SAT equivalent, or completion of MTHS-121 with a grade of C- or better.

Science

GSCI 121 - Physical Science Credit Hours: 4

An introduction to methods of elementary chemistry and physics, with stress on kinetic theory, molecular phenomena, and energy relations. Requires co-requisite enrollment in GSCI-121L. Open to non-science majors only.
GSCI 122 - Earth and Space Science Credit Hours: 4

An introduction to astronomy, geology, meteorology and physical geography. Emphasis on the structure of the universe, theories of cosmology, the Milky Way, and the solar system; the shape, structure and composition of the earth; earthquakes, vulcanism, theories of plate tectonics, seafloor spreading, and continental drift; the earth in space and time; composition and structure of the earth's atmosphere; weathering erosion, sculpturing the land, topographic maps, oceanography, and glaciation; fossil fuels and alternate sources of energy, environmental pollution and conservation of natural resources. Requires co-requisite enrollment in GSCI-122L. Open to non-science majors only.

Social Studies

ANTH 310 - Cultural Anthropology Credit Hours: 3

An introduction to various aspects of culture including material, social, economic, aesthetics, political, religious and linguistic factors.

or

ANTH 312 - Human Geography Credit Hours: 3

This course examines cultural change and cultural regionalism, concepts and models of spatial interaction, and spatial behavior including geographical patterns of languages, religion, ethnic groups, folk and popular culture, and population geographical distribution of economic, urban and political organizations.
SOCI 320 - Sociology of the Family Credit Hours: 3

A study of the origin of the family, background of the modern American family, social changes and the family roles of members of the family, and problems of family life.

Prerequisites

SOCI 200

Capstone

EDUC 495 - Integration of Faith and Learning Credit Hours: 3

This course is designed to integrate the fundamentals of learning and faith for the preservice educator. The student will be challenged to develop and defend a personal philosophical foundation for education from a Christian perspective.

Prerequisites

THEO-231 and ELED-340

Professional Educational Requirements

EDUC 199 - Introduction to the Teaching Profession Seminar Credit Hours: 1

A course consisting of 20 clock hours of laboratory assignments in the public schools and a 50-minute seminar each week for the entire semester. The course is designed to provide a general survey of the education profession. Required for teacher education majors except music.
EDUC 299 - Teaching Diverse Learners Credit Hours: 2

This course is designed to introduce students to the wide range of diversity that exists in today's general school population. Candidates will explore physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development, individual learning styles, and prior learning as well as language, culture, family and community values and how they influence student learning. Differentiated instructional approaches to learning and performance will be studied while focusing on planning for instruction that addresses the strengths and needs of diverse learners. A Service Learning Component is required.

Prerequisites

EDUC-199
ECED 315 - Foundations of Early Childhood Education Credit Hours: 3

A course designed to give the prospective teacher an overview of the theoretical models of early childhood education and to provide a broad overview of the historical, sociological and philosophical foundations of the American education system.

Prerequisites

EDUC-199 and EDUC-299, or MUED-225.
ELED 340 - Principles of Classroom Instruction - Elementary Credit Hours: 2

A course designed to introduce students to the methods, skills, and strategies they will need as they become effective teachers in elementary classrooms. The course unites theory and practice by using the instructional methods of classroom discussion, presentations and analysis of case studies.  Co-requisite: READ371

Prerequisites

Admission to the Teacher Education Program.
ELED 350 - Children's Literature Credit Hours: 2

A survey of books and stories according to the educational development of children. Required in all elementary education programs.

Prerequisites

EDUC-199
ELED 395 - Teaching the Creative Arts Credit Hours: 2

Effective methods and materials for integrating arts across the curriculum in grades PK-8.  

Prerequisites

Admission to Teacher Education Program.
ECED 342 - Observation and Assessment of Young Children Credit Hours: 3

This course is designed to acquaint students with the basic assessment techniques appropriate for young children. Also covered are community and school resources instrumental in providing services and referrals.

or

EDUC 417 - Understanding/Using Student Assessment to Make Instructional Decisions Credit Hours: 2

A study of the theory, principles, and applicaton of diagnostic tests and assessments and their use as a basis for making decisions for planning instruction and student learning.

Prerequisites

Admission to the Teacher Education Program.
ECED 401 - Early Childhood Methods Credit Hours: 2

Effective methods and materials for teaching in the preschool and kindergarten. This course is to be taken concurrently with ELED-402. An intensive practicum is an integral part of the methods block.

Prerequisites

Admission to the Teacher Education Program.
ELED 402 and 402L - Elementary Grades Methods and Lab Credit Hours: 4 to 1

Effective methods and materials for teaching reading, writing, listening, speaking, science, math, and social studies in the elementary grades are included in this course. An intensive practicum is an integral part of the methods block.

Prerequisites

Admission to Teacher Education Program.
PSYC 361 - Child Development Credit Hours: 3

A review of the principles of behavior in infancy and childhood; physical, intellectual, social, emotional and language development in the normal child.

Prerequisites

PSYC 200 & PSYC 260 or EDUC 199
SPED 316 - Exceptional Child Credit Hours: 3

An introduction to special education including historical foundations, special education law and current practice. The course will introduce all current information pertinent to those who will work with students with disabilities especially those students included in the general education classroom. Issues and trends that address techniques, strategies and procedures for working with students with disabilities will be emphasized. A summary of each category of disability will be offered as well as suggestions for accessing school and community resources.

Prerequisites

None
EDUC 496 - Student Teaching I Credit Hours: 5

Upon completion of all education courses, students will complete student teaching practicums for a total of 15 weeks in the public schools under the guidance of public school teachers and a university supervisor(s). The student will be assigned to at least two different classrooms, which may be at different schools. Students must enroll in EDUC-496, EDUC-497, and EDUC-498 for a total of 12 hours. This will constitute the maximum load for the student teaching semester. No other classes may be taken during the student teaching semester.

Prerequisites

Admission to Teacher Education Program, admission to Student Teaching, pass all required Praxis II exams, and completion of required methods courses
EDUC 497 - Student Teaching II Credit Hours: 5

Upon completion of all education courses, students will complete student teaching practicums for a total of 15 weeks in the public schools under the guidance of public school teachers and a university supervisor(s). The student will be assigned to at least two different classrooms, which may be at different schools. Students must enroll in EDUC-496, EDUC-498, and EDUC-498 for a total of 12 hours. This will constitute the maximum load for the student teaching semester. No other classes may be taken during the student teaching semester.

Prerequisites

Admission to Teacher Education Program, admission to Student Teaching, pass all required Praxis II exams, and completion of required methods courses.
EDUC 498 - Student Teaching Seminar Credit Hours: 2

A seminar designed to be taken by all student teachers during their enhanced student teaching semester. The purpose is to help bridge the gap between coursework and enhanced student teaching. Discussion of a variety of topics related to instructional management and interaction is the focus of the seminar.

Prerequisites

Admission to Teacher Education Program, admission to Student Teaching, pass all required Praxis II exams, and completion of all methods courses