Earn the continuing education credits you need for potential recertification, endorsements or professional growth entirely online. These graduate-level courses are based on semester hours.
Education Individual Courses
Course Areas
Administration
Graduate Courses
Course ID |
Course Title |
|---|---|
| EDA532 |
Human Relations and Organizational Behavior in Education
This course examines human relations and organizational behavior concepts, strategies, and theories from the public, business, and educational sectors and applies them to the educational realm. The key processes of conflict resolution and organizational change are explored, along with how they influence educational organizations in the areas of leadership, communication, decision making, problem solving, diversity issues and educational change. Credits: 3 |
| EDA538 |
Education Finance and Budgeting
This course examines the concepts and theories that form the foundation of public school finance in America such as taxation, revenue sources, legislative issues, risk management, and other associated school finance considerations. The practical application of these concepts and theories will be experienced in the development of district/school budget planning and development. Credits: 3 |
| EDA545 |
School Law for Educators
This course allows students to examine legal theory and practice in the context of the educational setting. The constitutional framework, court systems, legal issues, and their subsequent impact on schools are discussed, analyzed, and applied to current educational practices. Credits: 3 |
| EDA550 |
Human Resources Management in Education
This course is designed to provide a practical overview of human resources management from a district and school perspective. The role of the human resources department and its influence on individual schools is discussed. Current practices of recruitment, selection, retention, collective bargaining, staff development, and evaluation of personnel and their legal implications are emphasized. Credits: 3 |
| EDA554 |
Instructional Program Management and Evaluation
This course is designed to examine instructional supervision, organizational techniques, and other skills needed to manage and evaluate the instructional program. The course focuses on methods of staff supervision, curriculum development, data-driven instructional improvement, assessment, evaluation of instructional standards, and staff development. Students are expected to demonstrate that they can engage staff and community as they develop student standards and assessments, help staff evaluate learning, coach effective instruction, and promote a school climate for learning. Credits: 3 |
| EDA564 |
The Role and Functions of the Principal
This course examines the roles and functions of the principalship and explores educational leadership. Research, theory, and systemic change are studied and integrated to develop principals who are collaborative instructional leaders for schools of the 21st century. Credits: 3 |
| EDD520 |
Critical Issues in Education
This course is designed to allow students to explore current educational issues and innovations in the context of their social and philosophical foundations. By analyzing these controversial topics and their impact on education in today's society, students utilize critical thinking techniques to make philosophical decisions and take a stand on the issues. Changing social conditions, cultural influences, and moral education are discussed in relation to schooling. Credits: 3 |
| EDD570 |
Introduction to Educational Research
This course focuses on the foundations of educational research. The purpose of research as it impacts decision-making and educational practices will be explored. Students will be introduced to the various elements of an action research project, including problem and purpose statements, writing style, literature review, research design, data collection, and data analyses. The steps involved in the process of conducting research will be discussed. Credits: 2 |
| EDD573 |
Applications of Research
This course reviews various applications of the action research project. Students explore factors related to conference presentations and public speaking, submitting for publication, and communicating findings to various agencies and organizations. The process of using research projects as the basis for grant writing is also examined. Credits: 2 |
Adult Education and Training
Graduate Courses
Course ID |
Course Title |
|---|---|
| AET505 |
Foundations of Adult Education and Training
This course focuses on the principles of adult learning and andragogical theory. It addresses the history of adult learning, the characteristics of adult learners, key adult learning theories, and learning processes and styles. Additionally, the course investigates factors that influence adult education and training environments such as motivation, critical thinking skills, and ethics. Credits: 3 |
| AET510 |
Critical Issues and Trends in Adult Education and Training
This course explores trends, issues, and innovative programs in adult education and training. It focuses on the demographics of adult learners and on the implications of diversity for instruction. Learners examine political, cultural, social, and ethical issues that impact adult education and training. The course also examines these issues within an historical context. Credits: 3 |
| AET515 |
Instructional Design
This course focuses on systematic approaches to instructional design. Learners create an instructional plan that outlines each of the five components of a systematic instructional design model (i.e., ADDIE: analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation). The course identifies trends and issues in instructional design for adult learners. Credits: 3 |
| AET520 |
Instructional Strategies in Adult Education and Training
This course builds upon the foundation provided in the instructional design course and focuses on development and implementation of instruction that facilitates adult learning. Learners examine and apply models, strategies, and methods for planning and for implementing instruction. Instructional approaches, engagement strategies, and management of the instructional environment are explored. Credits: 3 |
| AET525 |
Facilitating Instruction for Diverse Adult Learners
This course focuses on facilitation strategies for meeting the needs of diverse adult learners. It examines differences among adult learners in language, literacy skills, and learning styles. It also utilizes previous learning experiences and provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide differentiated instruction to address different needs. In addition, this course covers the challenges and the opportunities that diversity and multiculturalism present in facilitating adult education and training. Credits: 3 |
| AET530 |
Technology for the Adult Learner
Credits: 2 |
| AET535 |
Assessment and Evaluation in Adult Learning
This course focuses on developing the skills necessary to become effective assessors of adult learners in postsecondary and training environments. It provides the fundamentals of varied classroom assessments and training evaluation models, such as formative and summative tests and authentic assessments. Learners develop assessments and analyze how assessment data is used to improve instruction and learning. Additionally, the purposes, the methods, and the reporting of evaluation for trainers are explored. Credits: 3 |
| AET540 |
E-Learning
This course focuses on e-learning for adult learners. Students will apply instructional design techniques, learning theory, and technical tools to propose appropriate e-learning solutions to knowledge gaps and performance challenges. Credits: 2 |
| AET545 |
E-Learning Design Technologies
This course provides adult learners the opportunity to design a Web-based e-learning tutorial. The focus is on the importance of planning, principles of good Web-page design, storyboarding, and elements of multimedia. Web-based design standards, as well as appropriate use of Web pages and multimedia, are analyzed. It reviews e-learning software, computer-mediated delivery platforms, and learning management systems. Credits: 3 |
| AET550 |
Performance Improvement and Management
This course provides learners with an overview of performance improvement principles. Learners identify and analyze organizational performance gaps, create learning interventions to diminish those gaps, and evaluate training using Kirkpatrick’s four levels. Credits: 3 |
| AET555 |
Overview of the Community College
This course provides an overview of the community college. It examines global, national, and local perspectives of the community college. The course also examines the history and development, mission and purpose, functions, governance and organization, and trends and issues of community colleges. Credits: 3 |
Computer Education
Graduate Courses
Course ID |
Course Title |
|---|---|
| CMP521 |
Using Computers in Education
This course examines how emerging technology can affect the classroom teacher, school administrator, school board members, students, and parents. It explores how technology influences curriculum, instructional design, and educational standards. Equity issues and the consequences to students who lack technological skills and knowledge are also the focal points of this course. This course uses a variety of media and technologies to prepare teaching materials, develop curriculum, and deliver instruction. Credits: 3 |
| CMP540 |
Integrating Educational Technology in the Classroom
This course focuses on the selection and use of various technologies and software applications appropriate for K-12 curricula. Topics to be explored include the construction of units using the Integrating Technology for Inquiry Model (NTeQ), classroom management issues, and student assessment criteria to assist teachers in the process of effectively integrating technology into subject matter curricula. Credits: 3 |
| CMP555 |
Designing and Producing Educational Technology
This is a comprehensive course that considers the process used to design educational technology products. Careful analysis will be made of the various elements of design in educational technology including opportunities to evaluate actual developed products. Students will create media-based instructional materials and deliverables for targeted classroom learners. Credits: 3 |
| CMP560 |
Instructional Multimedia Authoring
This course gives students the opportunity to design and create Web pages. It provides students with first-hand experience in the methodologies of multimedia presentation development related to the educational setting. The course also provides students an opportunity to analyze and use a variety of techniques and methods to develop effective and relevant multimedia learning activities. Credits: 3 |
Curriculum
Graduate Courses
Course ID |
Course Title |
|---|---|
| CUR524 |
Instructional Design
This course is designed to introduce students to a systematic approach to instructional design as a necessary foundation for developing needs-based curriculum. Current models of instructional design are explored and specific focus is given to learning theories as they apply to the development of instruction. Students apply the systematic process of translating learning needs into teaching solutions through analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation of instructional products. Credits: 3 |
| CUR558 |
Foundations of Curriculum and Instruction
This course focuses on understanding what curriculum is and how it is developed in schools. Curriculum planning is examined, as is the philosophy in this process. Procedures involved in curriculum development, planning, and implementation are addressed; practical application is emphasized. Credits: 3 |
| CUR562 |
Standards-Based Curriculum and Instruction
This course focuses on the development of strategies for linking national and state standards to classroom curriculum. This course will explore the historical foundations of the standards movement as well as current research on standards as a basis for understanding standards-based instruction. Credits: 3 |
| CUR578 |
Evaluation and Assessment of Curriculum
This course is designed to provide students with the evaluation techniques necessary to analyze curriculum, educational resources, and instructional strategies. Students will apply procedures for evaluating and recommending strategies for improving the quality and effectiveness of curriculum and assessment as they relate to instruction. Credits: 3 |
Early Childhood Education
Graduate Courses
Course ID |
Course Title |
|---|---|
| ECH505 |
Introduction to Early Childhood Education
This course provides a background of early childhood education including the development of care and educational arrangements for young children. Public policy development, program models, and theories of early childhood education are introduced. Emphasis is placed on professional standards and current issues in the field. Organizational factors to consider when administering early childhood programs are explored. Credits: 3 |
| ECH512 |
Growth and Development in Early Childhood
This course examines the theories, concepts, and trends related to early childhood growth and development from prenatal development through the early school years. It examines the physical, social, emotional, cognitive, and language and literacy development of children. It discusses both typical and atypical development of children of diverse cultural backgrounds. It includes observation and activities to guide teachers and caregivers in providing opportunities that support the physical, social, emotional, language, and cognitive development of all young children. Credits: 3 |
| ECH521 |
Maintaining an Effective Learning Climate
This course examines developmentally effective strategies used in managing a positive learning environment within the framework of today’s diverse early childhood population. Topics include models of discipline, establishing expectations and procedures, motivating children, family communication, managing disruptive children, technology integration, and materials management and record keeping. Students will develop an individual classroom management plan for an early childhood setting. Credits: 3 |
| ECH522 |
Family and Community Involvement
This course provides an awareness of the general interdependence of culture, family, and child. Specific goals and functions of various societies, as well as the impact of social stress on families, are examined. The course also focuses on urban problems such as class differences, parental expectations, and academic learning. The development of knowledge and appropriate strategies for planning family and community members' participation in socio-cultural and learning activities are stressed. Credits: 3 |
| ECH526 |
Methods of Teaching in Early Childhood: Physical Education
This course provides a foundation in content and methodology for the teaching of physical education, including movement and health, for children birth through age eight. It focuses on understanding and using developmentally effective practices in teaching and integrating movement, physical activity, and physical education in early childhood settings. Curricular content, modifications, development of hands-on learning experiences, integration of content area standards, and the impact of new technology are explored. Credits: 2 |
| ECH527 |
Methods of Teaching in Early Childhood: The Arts
This course focuses on understanding and using developmentally effective practices to teach and to integrate music, creative movement, dance, drama, and art in early childhood education. Curricular content, modifications, development of hands-on learning experiences, and integration of content area standards are explored. A foundation in effective teaching and assessment methodologies in the early childhood setting is provided. Credits: 2 |
| ECH531 |
Methods of Teaching in Early Childhood I
This course provides a solid foundation in program content and methodology for the teaching of language and literacy, the arts, and physical activity and physical education to young children, including children with special needs. Curricular content, modifications, development of hands-on learning experiences, integration of content area standards, the impact of new technology, and cultural and sociopolitical contexts are explored. A foundation in effective teaching methodologies in the content areas is provided. Credits: 3 |
| ECH533 |
Methods of Teaching in Early Childhood II
This course provides a solid foundation in program content and methodology for the teaching of social studies, science, and mathematics to young children, including children with special needs. Curricular content, modifications, development of hands-on learning experiences, integration of content area standards, the impact of new technology, and cultural and sociopolitical contexts are explored. A foundation in effective teaching methodologies in the content areas is provided, including classroom management. Credits: 3 |
| ECH534 |
Methods of Teaching in Early Childhood: Social Studies
This course provides a foundation in content and methodology for the teaching of social studies in early childhood education (birth through age eight). Developing meaningful curricular content, hands-on learning experiences, integration of early childhood content area standards, and the impact of technology are explored. A foundation in developmentally effective teaching and assessment of the content area is provided. Credits: 2 |
| ECH537 |
Foundations of Early Childhood Curriculum
This course provides a framework for organizing teaching and curriculum in early childhood education. It examines the purpose, function, and impact of curricular models in early childhood education. In addition, the course examines the educational objectives, content and structure, and assessment procedure for creating learning environments. The course also analyzes the role of the teacher in relation to curriculum development and implementation for early childhood education. The course ends with the development of a segment of a curriculum model. Credits: 3 |
| ECH542 |
Early Childhood Play Theories
This course is designed to increase the understanding of children's play and how it may be used effectively in early childhood academic programs. Theories of children's play and how to use play as a foundation for learning are explored. Play is considered in relation to the motor, cognitive, language, and social and emotional development of young children. Credits: 3 |
| ECH547 |
Early Childhood Assessment Strategies
This course provides exposure to a variety of assessment techniques in early childhood education, including children with special needs. There is a focus on structured observations, use of behavioral rating scales, psycho-educational screening tests, and assessment of parent-child interactions. Formal and informal parent contacts, interviewing techniques, the use of technology in the assessment process, and referrals to school and community resources also are explored. Credits: 3 |
Educational Leadership
Graduate Courses
Course ID |
Course Title |
|---|---|
| EDL500 |
Personal Leadership
This course focuses on developing a personal philosophy of leadership. Students engage in self-assessment activities that reveal how individual values and beliefs directly influence personal leadership. Students examine their own organization and stakeholders who may play a role in their journey in school leadership. Aspects of effective communication are also addressed as students explore contemporary leadership theorists and popular beliefs behind organizations and school systems that will help build a foundation for a personal growth. Credits: 3 |
| EDL505 |
Cultural Competency
Culturally responsive teachers facilitate and support learning for all students regardless of their diversities. This course deepens candidates' understanding of teaching and learning through examination of the diverse make-up of today’s communities, schools, and classrooms. Through personal reflection and identification of theoretically sound and culturally responsive pedagogy, this course prepares the candidate to model, mentor, and lead efforts in creating a school climate that effectively addresses the learning needs of all students. Credits: 3 |
| EDL510 |
Teacher Leadership in a Global Society
Students in this course have the opportunity to critically analyze the field of education from a global perspective. Students investigate the implications of the globalization of knowledge on micro and macro educational systems. Multicultural implications, diversity, and the use of technology as a vehicle of pedagogy are explored. Building collaborative organizational communities and empowering teacher leaders to think strategically about school change are emphasized. Credits: 3 |
| EDL515 |
Organizational Leadership
This course focuses on the principles of organizational leadership. It examines the origins and components of effective organizations, as well as frames of leadership. Candidates apply their knowledge of these frames in reflecting on their organization. Additionally, they learn the skills to reframe their organization, provide leadership in turbulent times, and become agents and advocates of change. Credits: 3 |
Educational Psychology
Graduate Courses
Course ID |
Course Title |
|---|---|
| PSYCH538 |
Lifespan Development and Learning
This course integrates learning theories and principles with advanced study of early childhood, elementary, middle, high school development, and adult learning in relation to educational practice. Perspectives on behaviorism and cognitive and social learning are explored in the context of their practical application by the professional in the classroom. Credits: 3 |
English as a Second Language
Graduate Courses
Course ID |
Course Title |
|---|---|
| ESL502 |
Foundations of Instruction for Limited- English Proficient Students
This course introduces students to the principles of teaching English Language Learners (ELLs). It addresses effective collaboration among ELLs, their families, paraprofessionals, and the community to improve learning. Effective instructional techniques, methodologies, resources, and cultural awareness are also explored. Credits: 3 |
| ESL503 |
Instructional Techniques and Methods of ESL
This course focuses on the methodologies used for instructing English Language Learners (ELLs). The course also reviews theories, teaching strategies, and instructional tools that support effective methods for teaching ELLs. A variety of program designs and the socio-cultural politics of language instruction will be discussed. Credits: 3 |
| ESL504 |
Assessment of Limited- English Proficient Students
This course will introduce assessment strategies in the area of literacy/biliteracy development. Assessments, both standardized and authentic, will also be discussed with regard to appropriate use with English Language Learners (ELLs). It addresses issues associated with the interdependent relationship between teaching and assessment in addition to effective parental and/or community involvement in literacy development. Credits: 3 |
| ESL505 |
Linguistics
This course introduces students to the nature of language, how the brain processes language, and the role of language in society. It also addresses grammatical aspects of language such as morphology, syntax, semantics, phonetics, pragmatics, and writing development. Stages of language acquisition and bilingual development will be discussed. Credits: 3 |
Mathematics
Graduate Courses
Course ID |
Course Title |
|---|---|
| MTH520 |
Curriculum Constructs and Assessment: Mathematics
This course explores the mathematics classroom, curriculum, and teaching and assessment strategies. Participants identify the educational needs of students by exploring current instructional theory, National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Standards, and social issues that impact the mathematics classroom. The course also helps prospective educators develop skills in selecting and adapting instruction for diverse student populations. The course will also emphasize classroom management skills as they relate to mathematics instruction. Credits: 3 |
| MTH530 |
Linear Algebra
The purpose of this course is to provide an introduction to linear algebra, a branch of mathematics dealing with matrices and vector spaces. This course describes the use of linear algebra as a compilation of diverse, but interrelated ideas that provide a way of analyzing and solving problems in many applied fields. Linear algebra has three sides: computational techniques, concepts, and applications. One of the goals of this course is to help you master all facets of the subject and see the interplay among them. The material presented in this course involves theorems, proofs, formulas, and computations of various kinds. Credits: 3 |
| MTH535 |
Geometry
This course is designed to have students demonstrate the ability to use fundamental concepts of geometry including definitions, basic constructions, tools of geometry, and to recognize geometry as an axiomatic system. Credits: 3 |
| MTH540 |
Statistics
This course surveys descriptive and inferential statistics with emphasis on practical applications of statistical analysis. The principles of collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data are covered in this course. It examines the role of statistical analysis, terminology, the appropriate use of techniques, and interpretation of statistical findings through the applications and functions of statistical methods. Credits: 3 |
Reading
Graduate Courses
Course ID |
Course Title |
|---|---|
| RDG530 |
Curriculum Constructs and Assessments: Reading and Language Arts
This course focuses on the most current research, theory, and methods of reading instruction, while providing students with the background knowledge in language arts necessary to prepare an integrated unit of instruction. Various instructional and assessment techniques, including research-based phonics, are modeled. A practical application project, based on work with a student in a K-8 school setting, is incorporated into the course requirements. Credits: 4 |
| RDG542 |
Curriculum Constructs and Assessment: Reading Methods
This course focuses on the most current research, theory, and methods of teaching reading at the secondary level. Various instructional and assessment techniques are modeled. A practical application project, based on work with a student in a 7th -12th-grade setting, is incorporated into the course requirements. Credits: 3 |
Research
Graduate Courses
Course ID |
Course Title |
|---|---|
| QNT575 |
Measurement, Evaluation, and Ethics in Research
This course introduces the purpose of statistics as applied in educational research. Inferential and descriptive measures are examined, and methods for evaluating and analyzing data are discussed. Students will identify ethical issues related to research, including basic theory and practice, professional codes of ethics, governmental regulations, confidentiality, and research using human subjects. The information presented in this course will be implemented via individual action research projects. Credits: 2 |
Special Education
Graduate Courses
Course ID |
Course Title |
|---|---|
| SPE511 |
Special Education Methods
This course provides an overview of methodologies used in teaching learners with special needs from early childhood on, with an emphasis on students with learning disabilities, mental retardation, and emotional handicaps. Students explore the relationship between individual student characteristics and the development of the Individualized Education Program, instructional implications of special education categories, characteristics of various service delivery models, task analysis, unit and lesson development, instructional strategies, classroom organization and management, behavior management, crisis prevention, and transition planning/career counseling. Communication through consultation and collaboration and professional/ethical practices are also considered. Credits: 3 |
| SPE512 |
Special Education Assessment and Interpretation
This course focuses on the task of assessing the exceptional child, with an emphasis on measuring a child's abilities and diagnosing his or her strengths and needs. Commonly used tests and evaluation systems used in public school special education programs are examined. The course also addresses specific diagnostic procedures and the link between interpretation and the instructional process. Basic instructional, assessment, and behavioral recommendations are discussed. Credits: 3 |
| SPE513 |
Orientation to the Exceptional Child
This course provides an overview of the different categories of exceptionality. Students will be introduced to special education laws and their implications for delivery systems, transition plans, and identification and placement procedures. Credits: 3 |
| SPE514 |
Survey of Special Populations
This course provides an overview of the categories of exceptionality for school-age students with special needs. The course focuses on differentiated methods and techniques used for the identification, assessment, and instruction of diverse populations. Historical perspectives and information related to special education law, and current policies and practices are examined. Credits: 2 |
| SPE531 |
Characteristics of MR & Developmental Disabilities
This course examines issues related to the instruction of students with mental retardation and developmental disabilities. Attention is given to legal foundations, learner characteristics, and instructional considerations. Emphasis is placed on collaborating with families with children with mental retardation and developmental disabilities. Credits: 3 |
| SPE544 |
Characteristics of Emotional & Behavioral Disorders
This course provides an in-depth examination of students with emotional and behavioral difficulties. Attention is given to federal and state regulations, learner characteristics, student identification, and program models. Emphasis is placed on behavioral techniques, classroom management skills, and instructional practices. Credits: 3 |
| SPE556 |
Characteristics of Physical and Health Disabilities
This course provides an overview of the unique characteristics, learning styles, and challenges faced by children with physical handicaps and other health disabilities. Attention is given to federal and state regulations as they pertain to qualifying these individuals for special services within the schools. Various program models available through public, private, and hospital settings will be reviewed. The impact of inclusive education and self-contained placements on this population will be analyzed. Credits: 3 |
| SPE575 |
Inclusion Strategies for the Special Educator
This course examines the roles of special educators when including students with disabilities into general education classrooms. Options for success that consider peer relationships, systematic instruction, behavior management, and collaboration are explored. This course focuses on inclusion strategies and collaborative activities that enable special educators, general classroom teachers, and administrators to successfully provide an optimal educational environment for students with disabilities. Credits: 3 |
Structured English Immersion
Graduate Courses
Course ID |
Course Title |
|---|---|
| SEI500 |
Structured English Immersion
This course will introduce students to the concept of and methods for instructing in a Structured English Immersion (SEI) environment. Students will learn about assessment of K-12 students, state standards, research-based instructional activities, and lesson planning and implementation models. Students will study how a learner-centered approach to teaching can provide English Language Learners (ELL), as well as native English speakers, with a greater opportunity to interact meaningfully with educational materials as they learn subject matter and EL Learners acquire English. Credits: 3 |
Teaching Methods
Graduate Courses
Course ID |
Course Title |
|---|---|
| MTE501 |
The Art and Science of Teaching
This course introduces teaching as both an art and a science. Topics for discussion include an historical overview, basic philosophies, professionalism, legal/ethical ramifications, in addition to trends and issues in education. Students will reflect on their motivations to teach and will begin developing a personal philosophy of education. Credits: 2 |
| MTE506 |
Child and Adolescent Development
This course explores the range of issues related to human development from birth through age 18. The focus of the course is on defining the various stages as they impact instructional practice and decisions in a K-12 environment. Emotional, intellectual, physiological, social, and cultural factors are discussed. Peer and family influences, along with issues related to media themes and gender bias, are examined. Credits: 2 |
| MTE508 |
Models, Theories and Instructional Strategies
This course focuses on the theoretical models that underlie teaching and learning. Students examine methods for teaching all students, explore lesson plan designs, analyze the most effective teaching strategies to promote student learning, and develop a lesson plan. Credits: 3 |
| MTE520 |
Maintaining an Effective Learning Climate
This course examines the strategies used in managing a positive classroom environment within the framework of today’s diverse student population. Topics include models of discipline, establishing expectations and procedures, motivating students, parent communication, managing disruptive students, and materials management and record keeping. The course focuses on helping teacher candidates to develop an individual classroom management plan appropriate for their targeted grade levels and needs. Credits: 3 |
| MTE531 |
Curriculum Constructs and Assessment: History and Social Science
This course defines and provides a context for teaching and assessing K-8 students in the area of history and social science based on scope, sequence, and national and state standards. Instructional approaches for the content area within the framework of an integrated curriculum are explored, including the use of critical thinking skills and study skills. Students develop alternative assessments and traditional testing tools based on clear criteria, which are designed to yield accurate information on student progress. Credits: 2 |
| MTE532 |
Curriculum Constructs and Assessment: Science and Mathematics
This course focuses on the pedagogy and assessment strategies that enhance learning in science and mathematics. Integrated content, interdisciplinary teaching, and curriculum and assessment issues are emphasized. Multiple perspectives of students as learners of math and science are explored. This course provides students with an opportunity to develop the ability to evaluate and use instructional methods, curricular materials and resources, and appropriate assessment strategies. Credits: 4 |
| MTE534 |
Curriculum Constructs and Assessment: Visual and Performing Arts
This course defines and provides a context for teaching and assessing students in the area of visual and performing arts based on scope, sequence, and national and state standards. An emphasis is placed on integrating art across the curriculum. Credits: 2 |
| MTE537 |
Curriculum Constructs and Assessment: Physical Education and Health
This course defines and provides a context for the classroom teacher to teach and assess K-8 students in the area of physical education and health based on a scope and sequence, and on state and national standards. This course includes framework-based teaching strategies effective in helping K-8 students develop a variety of motor skills and abilities, recognize the importance of a healthy lifestyle, gain knowledge of human movement, learn the rules and strategies of games and sports, and develop self-confidence and self-worth. This course also includes framework-based teaching strategies effective in helping K-8 students achieve the goals of lifelong health; understand growth and development; and utilize health-related information, products, and services. Instructional approaches for the integration of physical education and health with other content areas are explored. Credits: 2 |
| MTE538 |
Curriculum Constructs and Assessment: English/Language Arts
This course explores the application of basic instructional methods to the content area of English/language arts. Participants identify the educational needs of students by exploring current instructional theory, models, strategies, and standards as they relate to instruction, assessment, and accountability. Social issues that impact reading, listening, speaking, and writing in the classroom are discussed. The course also helps current and prospective educators develop skills in selecting and adapting delivery methods and behavior management plans for diverse individual students and student populations. Credits: 3 |
| MTE539 |
Curriculum Constructs and Assessment: Secondary Methods
This course focuses on the methodology and assessment strategies that enhance learning at the secondary level. Integrated content, interdisciplinary teaching, and curriculum and assessment issues are emphasized. Multiple perspectives of students as learners of secondary content, along with current research on pedagogy, are explored. This course provides students with an opportunity to develop the ability to use and evaluate instructional and curricular materials and appropriate assessment strategies. Credits: 3 |
| MTE554 |
Foundations of Instruction for Limited English Proficient Students
This course introduces students to the historical, legal, and theoretical frameworks of education for second language learners. It also identifies effective instructional models and teaching practices and defines aspects of multicultural education that impact the development of programs for second language learners. Credits: 3 |
| MTE555 |
Linguistics
This course introduces students to the nature of language, how the brain processes language, and the role of language in society. It also addresses grammatical aspects of language such as morphology, syntax, semantics, phonetics, pragmatics, and writing development. Stages of language acquisition and bilingual development will be discussed. Credits: 3 |
