EDU 1102 Introduction to STEM
Two (2) Credit Hours. 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 STEM in the Classroom
Two (2) Credit Hours. Prerequisite: EDU 1102. 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 2661 SELF: Social-Emotional Learning Foundations
Two (2) Credit Hours. Prerequisite: none. This course focuses on the historical underpinnings of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and the first two of CASEL’s five core competencies (i.e., self-awareness and self-management). Students in this course will draw from foundational concepts and theories across multiple disciplines to understand SEL. Additionally, students will explore and practice strategies that promote SEL to prepare them to incorporate SEL into their future classrooms.
EDU 2662 SELF: Social-Emotional Principles and Practices in the Classroom
Two (2) Credit Hours. Prerequisite: none. This course focuses on the research-based benefits of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), the last three of CASEL’s five core competencies (i.e., Social Awareness, Relationship Skills, and Responsible Decision Making), and future directions for SEL. Students in this course will draw from foundational concepts and theories across multiple disciplines to understand SEL. Additionally, students will explore and practice strategies that promote SEL to prepare them to incorporate SEL into their future classrooms.
EDU 3302 Orton Gillingham for the Classroom Teacher
Two (2) Credit Hours. 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 Orton Gillingham for the Classroom II
Two (2) Credit Hours. 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.