EDU 1102 (2 Credit Hours) Introduction to STEM
The teacher candidate will demonstrate knowledge and understanding of STEM education as it applies to K-12 learners. Emphasis will be on foundational concepts of STEM education including the integration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics into everyday curriculum.
EDU 2202 (2 Credit Hours) STEM in the Classroom
The teacher candidate will apply knowledge and understanding of STEM education as it pertains to K-12 learners. Emphasis will be on instructional practices of STEM education including the integration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics into everyday curriculum.
EDU 3302 Orton Gillingham for the Classroom Teacher
This course is an introduction to the Orton-Gillingham approach to teaching reading and spelling. Current and future classroom teachers will acquire knowledge and strategies to address the literacy needs of their struggling readers. Participants will learn the structure of our written language to include: letter-sound associations, syllable types, syllable division patterns, and spelling rules. They will develop systematic, multi-sensory techniques and strategies effective for all students, but essential for those who struggle. Dyslexia and other related language difficulties will be discussed. Presentations will include lectures, multi-sensory activities, and teaching demonstrations.
EDU 3303 (2 Credit Hours) Orton Gillingham for the Classroom II
Prerequisite: EDU 3302. This course is the second in an introduction to the Orton-Gillingham approach to teaching reading, spelling, and handwriting. Current and future teachers will acquire knowledge and strategies to address the literacy needs of their struggling readers. Participants will learn the structure of our written language to include letter-sound associations, syllable types, syllable division patterns, and spelling rules. They will acquire systematic, multi-sensory techniques, and strategies effective for all students, but essential for struggling readers. Dyslexia and other related language difficulties will be discussed. Presentations will include lectures, multi-sensory activities, and teaching demonstrations.