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Mathematics for Elementary Teachers II

EDU 250 – Mathematics for Elementary Teachers II

Prerequisite(s):
C or better in EDU 150

Introduces set theory, number theory, real numbers, statistics, geometry, and measurements with emphasis on practical applications and use of varied strategies in problem solving. Students will develop methods for teaching mathematics and apply these in the elementary classroom. Second of a two-course series.
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Classroom Management

EDU 241 – Classroom Management

Prerequisite(s):
C or better in ENG 111

Designed to give students the basic knowledge and practice needed to plan, develop, and implement classroom management tasks that encourage learning. Addresses decisions effective teachers must make, including building a positive classroom learning environment, establishing classroom guidelines and classroom/school procedures and routines, and establishing effective communication with parents regarding student behaviors and academic progress.

Classroom Methods and Strategies

EDU 211 – Classroom Methods and Strategies

Prerequisite(s):
C or better in ENG 111

Examines methods employed by effective elementary teachers to facilitate learning and skills in all subject areas.

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Introduction to Teaching

EDU 210 – Introduction to Teaching

Prerequisite(s):
C or better in ENG 111

Introduces students to the knowledge and resources required of teachers with an emphasis on reading and writing in a text–rich classroom. Teachers learn to scaffold instruction to help their students build a foundation for more complex learning in an environment conducive to constructing meaning by engaging in authentic learning events and activities.
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Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I

EDU 150 – Mathematics for Elementary Teachers

Prerequisites:
C or better in MATH 090s or Credit Placement
C or better in ENG 80s
Permission of Instructor

Strengthens students’ understanding of basic mathematics concepts, their properties and applications. Emphasis on problem solving and reasoning through hands-on activities. Intended for pre-service and in-service elementary school teachers. Students will participate in field experiences to observe and present mathematics activities. First of two-course series.

Philosophical Foundations of Education

EDU 109 – Philosophical Foundations of Education

Prerequisite(s):
C or better in ENG 111

Introduces various philosophies of education at work in contemporary schooling. Examines conditions of knowing, teaching, and learning and their extension in everyday practices in and out of the classroom.

First Year Seminar

CMI 101 - First Year Seminar

Co-requisite: ENG 80’s or higher

Introduces students to higher education and first year college experiences to better prepare students to be successful in their college careers.  Emphasis is placed on acquiring skills for college work.  Students also are introduced to college resources to learn how to effectively take advantage of those resources.

Introduction Advanced Academic Reading and Writing

ENG 097 - Introduction to Academic Reading & Writing

Prerequisite: ENG 080s or ENG Placement Into 090s

This course prepares students for credit-level academic reading and writing. Facilitates appropriate strategies for improving reading comprehension and critical reading skills for success in academic reading. Develops writing, grammar, and vocabulary skills needed for success in college courses.Emphasizes the development of organizational and rhetorical strategies students may use as they engage in academic essay writing.

Advanced Academic Listening & Speaking

ENG 096 – Advanced Academic Listening and Speaking

Prerequisite: ENG 080s or ENG Placement Into 090s

Provides advanced instruction in oral and aural English skills designed to prepare students for college credit courses. Emphasizes listening comprehension, note-taking skills, as well as oral proficiency at an academic level of complexity.

Intermediate Academic Reading and Writing

ENG 087 – Intermediate Academic Reading and Writing

Prerequisite: English Placement

This course prepares students with an intermediate level of skills for academic reading and writing. Emphasis is on building the intermediate level of academic and content vocabulary through reading and writing. Students will interpret relationships between words and ideas, improve reading comprehension, and write multi-paragraph pieces. relationships between words and ideas, improve reading comprehension and write multi-paragraph pieces.