EDU 110 INTRODUCTION TO EDUCATION

T By Request

This course is designed to provide students with an introduction to the field of education. Included are topics related to motivation and learning theory, curriculum, school organization, historical, socio-cultural, psychological, and philosophical foundations of education. The purpose of this course is to provide students with a broad knowledge base concerning public education, limited experiences in the public schools, the opportunity to decide whether they want to pursue a career as a public school teacher, and the knowledge base and skills necessary to continue their professional education. Twenty-Five hours of field experience is required.

Credit: 3 hours – 25 clinical hours required

Prerequisite(s): Writing and reading proficiency required, as determined by COMPASS exam scores. Can not be concurrently enrolled in developmental English courses.

 

EDU 111 DIVERSITY OF SCHOOLS AND SOCIETY

T By Request

This course is a study of how schooling is shaped by the social contexts in which it occurs, particularly in multicultural and global contexts.

Credit: 3 hours

Prerequisite(s): None

 

EDU 119 INTRO TO EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY

T By Request

This course introduces educators to the knowledge and skills required to demonstrate their proficiency in the current technology standards. The course focuses on both knowledge and performance, and includes hands-on technology activities. Upon successful completion of the course, students will have a solid understanding of educational technology, including how to use computers, how to access information on the World Wide Web, and how to effectively use technology in teaching and learning.

Credit: 3 hours

Prerequisite(s): ): Intro to Essential Computer Skills-COM 101 or Business Computer Systems-COM 111 or consent of instructor.