Courses
Courses primarily for undergraduates:
(2-2) Cr. 3. F.S.Alt. SS., offered odd-numbered years.
Overview of ways to use educational technologies to support instruction in PK-6 settings. Focus on pedagogical approaches that integrate technologies to support learning in the content areas. Laboratory experiences include development of activities to use tool software, multimedia, web page development, digital video and other technologies to facilitate learning and teaching.
(2-2) Cr. 3. F.S.Alt. SS., offered even-numbered years.
Overview of ways to use educational technologies to support instruction in 7-12 settings. Focus on pedagogical approaches that integrate technologies to support learning in the content areas. Laboratory experiences include development of activities to use tool software, multimedia, web page development, digital video and other technologies to facilitate learning and teaching.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.SS.
Introduction to the historical and contemporary landscape of schooling in the United States. Emphasis is placed on topics and tensions in the relationship between school and society (e.g. equity of access to education and competing purposes of education) and the implications of these topics and tensions for teaching and learning in public schools. Designed for prospective teachers.
(Cross-listed with HD FS). Cr. 1. F.S.
Prereq: classification as ECE major
Overview of early childhood education (birth-grade 3) teacher licensure requirements. Program planning and university procedures. Required of all students majoring in early childhood education.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
(1-0) Cr. 1. F.
Prereq: First semester freshman Elementary Education major or other majors interested in seeking pre-K to grade 12 teacher certification
Learning community for transition to university community life. Overview of pre-K to grade 12 teacher certification requirements in Iowa and other states. Program and career planning.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
Cr. 1. F.S.
Prereq: Students seeking teacher licensure in mathematics, science family and consumer sciences, or history/social sciences in grades 5-12
Overview of mathematics, science, family and consumer sciences and history/social sciences secondary education (grades 5-12), teacher licensure requirements in Iowa and other states. Program and career planning.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
(2-2) Cr. 3. F.S.
Prereq: C I 204; sophomore standing
Introduction to elementary education teaching strategies, classroom management, and curriculum organization. Open to students in the elementary education curriculum or the early childhood education curriculum.
(1-8) Cr. 0.5-2. Repeatable. F.S.
Pre-Student teaching experience in area educational settings.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only. C I 280 may be taken more than once for credit toward graduation.
(1-8) Cr. 1-2. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Restricted to students with admission to teacher education.
Pre-Student teaching experience in school settings. 1/2 day of time needed. Clinical Experience Level 2.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only. C I 280 may be taken more than once for credit toward graduation.
(1-8) Cr. 1-2. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: C I 201 or C I 202. Permission of instructor for 2 credits.
Pre-Student teaching experience in learning technologies in school settings. 2 1/2-hour blocks of time needed. Clinical Experience Level 1.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only. C I 280 may be taken more than once for credit toward graduation.
(1-8) Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S.
Pre-Student teaching experience in Native American tutoring in school settings. 2 1/2 hour blocks of time needed. Clinical Experience Level 1.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only. C I 280 may be taken more than once for credit toward graduation.
(1-8) Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in C I 280A.
Pre-Student teaching experience in museum settings. 2 1/2-hour blocks of time needed. Supervision level 1.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only. C I 280 may be taken more than once for credit toward graduation.
(1-8) Cr. 1-2. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: C I 280A must be either a prerequisite or taken currently; permission of instructor for 2 credits.
Pre-Student teaching experience for multicultural youth in school settings. 2 1/2-hour blocks of time needed. Clinical Experience Level 1.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only. C I 280 may be taken more than once for credit toward graduation.
(1-8) Cr. 1-2. Repeatable. F.
Prereq: Admission to teacher education; concurrent enrollment in SP ED 330.
Pre-Student teaching experience in mild/moderate disabilities in school settings. 2 1/2-hour blocks of time needed. Clinical Experience Level 1.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
(Cross-listed with MUSIC). Cr. 0.5. Repeatable. S.
Pre-student teaching experience in music in school settings. Permission of Music coordinator required prior to enrollment. Clinical Experience Level 1.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
Cr. 0.5. Repeatable. F.S.
Pre-student teaching experience for secondary education students in school settings. 2 1/2 hour blocks of time needed. Clinical Experience Level 1.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
(1-8) Cr. 1-2. Repeatable. S.
Prereq: Permission of instructor for 2 credits.
Pre-student teaching experience in secondary science in school settings. 2 1/2-hour blocks of time needed. Clinical Experience Level 1.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only. C I 280 may be taken more than once for credit toward graduation.
(1-8) Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of department required.
Pre-student teaching experience for Preparing Tomorrow's Teachers learning community students in school settings. 2 1/2-hour blocks of time needed. Clinical Experience Level 1.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only. C I 280 may be taken more than once for credit toward graduation.
(1-8) Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of the Art and Design Department required.
Pre-student teaching experience in art education in school settings. 2 1/2-hour blocks of time needed. Clinical Experience Level 1.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only. C I 280 may be taken more than once for credit toward graduation.
(0-4) Cr. 1. Repeatable, maximum of 2 times. F.S.
Prereq: Admission to teacher education.
Pre-student teaching experience in English as a Second Language. 1/2 day of time needed. Clinical Experience Level 1.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of instructor
Pre-student teaching experience tutoring in a school setting focused on mathematics, literacy, and/or other content areas. Two, one-hour blocks of time per week needed. Clinical Experience Level 1.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
Cr. 1-3.
Prereq: 6 credits in education, permission of department chair
Independent study, under faculty supervision, of a topic in the field of education.
(2-2) Cr. 3. F.S.
Prereq: C I 201 or C I 202
Advanced integration of learning technologies into K-12 educational contexts. Students will examine current trends in the use of learning technologies with K-12 students; explore the use of Web 2.0 applications in the classroom; and delve into issues and trends in classroom technology use. Required for Learning Technologies minor.
Cr. 1. F.S.
Overview of elementary education requirements, curricular opportunities, and university procedures. Program planning. Required of all transfer students majoring in elementary education.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.
Prereq: PSYCH 230 or HD FS 102, open only to majors in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education
Psychological theory relevant to classroom learning, cognition, motivation, classroom management and assessment for children from birth to grade 6. Implications of theory for teaching children and for assessing learning in educational settings with young and grade school aged children.
(Cross-listed with PSYCH). (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.
Prereq: PSYCH 230 or HD FS 102, application to the teacher education program or major in psychology
Classroom learning with emphasis on theories of learning and cognition, and instructional techniques. Major emphasis on measurement theory and the classroom assessment of learning outcomes.
(Dual-listed with C I 547). (3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: C I 280M; concurrent enrollment in C I 418 or instructor permission
The intersection of issues in the history, philosophy sociology, and psychology of science and their application to and impact on science teaching and learning, science teacher education, and science education research.
(4-0) Cr. 4. F.S.SS.
Prereq: admission to teacher education program, C I 245, SP ED 250, HD FS 240, HD FS 226 (El Ed majors) or HD FS 221 (ECE majors); concurrent enrollment in C I 448, C I 468A, C I 468C (El Ed majors) or C I 438, C I 468F, C I 468G, SP ED 368, HD FS 343 (ECE majors)
Theories, teaching strategies, and instructional materials pertinent to teaching reading, writing, listening, and speaking to children in kindergarten through third grade.
(Dual-listed with C I 595). (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.
Prereq: C I 204 and junior standing
Analysis and application of strategies to enhance students' literacy development in middle and secondary school settings.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: C I 201 or C I 202, C I 332 or C I 333, junior classification, admission to teacher education program
Awareness and nature of cultural pluralism; need for multicultural education; multicultural concepts and theories; cultural groups - their perceptions, needs, and contributions; problems and issues regarding ethnocentrism, prejudice, and discrimination based on race, ethnicity, socioeconomic class, sex/gender, sexual identity, and language in the school environment; curriculum infusion and transformation, multicultural interaction, design and execution of teaching strategies.
Meets U.S. Diversity Requirement
Cr. arr. F.S.
Prereq: GPA 2.5; Admission to teacher education, approval of coordinator during semester before student teaching
Evaluation of instruction, lesson planning, and teaching in the liberal arts and sciences.
(Dual-listed with C I 517A). Cr. arr. F.S.
Prereq: GPA 2.5; Admission to teacher education, approval of coordinator during semester before student teaching
Evaluation of instruction, lesson planning, and teaching in the liberal arts and sciences.
(Dual-listed with C I 517B). Cr. arr. F.S.
Prereq: Full admission to teacher education, approval of coordinator during semester before student teaching
Evaluation of instruction, lesson planning, and teaching in physical sciences grades 5-12.
(Dual-listed with C I 517C). Cr. arr. F.S.
Prereq: GPA 2.5; Admission to teacher education, approval of coordinator during semester before student teaching
Evaluation of instruction, lesson planning, and teaching in the liberal arts and sciences.
(Dual-listed with C I 517D). Cr. arr. F.S.
Prereq: GPA 2.5; Admission to teacher education, approval of coordinator during semester before student teaching
Evaluation of instruction, lesson planning, and teaching in the liberal arts and sciences.
(Cross-listed with ENGL). Cr. arr. F.S.
Prereq: ENGL 494, admission to teacher education, approval of coordinator the semester prior to student teaching
Full-time teaching in secondary English: long term and unit planning, lesson planning, classroom teaching practice in English language arts.
(Dual-listed with C I 517G). (Cross-listed with WLC). Cr. arr. F.S.
Prereq: minimum GPA of 2.5; Admission to teacher education, approval of coordinator during semester before student teaching
Evaluation of instruction, lesson planning, and teaching in world languages and cultures.
(Dual-listed with C I 517J). Cr. arr. F.S.
Prereq: GPA 2.5; Admission to teacher education, approval of coordinator during semester before student teaching
Evaluation of instruction, lesson planning, and teaching in the liberal arts and sciences.
(Dual-listed with C I 517M). Cr. arr. F.S.
Prereq: GPA 2.5; Admission to teacher education, approval of coordinator during semester before student teaching
Evaluation of instruction, lesson planning, and teaching in the liberal arts and sciences.
(Dual-listed with C I 517N). Cr. arr. F.S.
Prereq: GPA 2.5; Admission to teacher education, approval of coordinator during semester before student teaching
Evaluation of instruction, lesson planning, and teaching in the liberal arts and sciences.
(Dual-listed with C I 517P). Cr. arr. F.S.
Prereq: GPA 2.5; Admission to teacher education, approval of coordinator during semester before student teaching
Evaluation of instruction, lesson planning, and teaching in the liberal arts and sciences.
(Dual-listed with C I 517R). (Cross-listed with MUSIC). Cr. arr. F.S.
Prereq: Minimum GPA of 2.5; Admission to teacher education, approval of coordinator during semester before student teaching
Evaluation of instruction, lesson planning, and teaching in the liberal arts and sciences.
(Dual-listed with C I 517S). (Cross-listed with MUSIC). Cr. arr. F.S.
Prereq: Minimum GPA of 2.5; Admission to teacher education, approval of coordinator during semester before student teaching
Evaluation of instruction, lesson planning, and teaching in the liberal arts and sciences.
Cr. arr. F.S.
Prereq: GPA 2.5; Admission to teacher education, approval of coordinator during semester before student teaching.
Evaluation of instruction, lesson planning, and teaching in English as a Second Language grades 7-12.
(Dual-listed with C I 518). (3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: C I 280M or C I 514; undergraduate students must register concurrently for C I 347 and C I 468J
Development of a research-based framework for teaching science that includes student goals, congruent student actions, the character and role of science inquiry, teaching behaviors and strategies, contemporary learning theories, and self evaluation.
(Dual-listed with C I 519). (3-0) Cr. 3. S.
Prereq: C I 418 or C I 518, undergraduate students must register concurrently for C I 468K
Advancing a research-based framework for teaching science in a variety of school settings, emphasizing the teacher's role, the development and revision of science curriculum, exceptional learners, content area reading strategies, management strategies, technology and student assessment.
(Dual-listed with C I 520). (3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: C I 406
Introduction to research on bilingualism and examination of the social, historical, and political contexts of bilingual education in U.S. schools. Attention to policy environment, school program structure, mode of classroom instruction, family and community context, and attainment of bilingualism and biculturalism for U.S. Mexican youth.
(Dual-listed with C I 526). (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: C I 202, senior classification, admission to teacher education program
The curriculum, human relations, student evaluation, support services, classroom management, organization of schools, legal aspects of schools, professionalism, and career planning.
(2-0) Cr. 2. F.S.
Prereq: HD FS 224; MATH 195, MATH 196 (minimum grade of C- in both MATH 195 and MATH 196), concurrent enrollment in C I 377, C I 468F, C I 468G, SP ED 368
Study, development, and application of current methods for providing appropriate mathematics learning experiences for primary grade children. Formal and informal assessment strategies and instructional methods for diverse learners.
(2-0) Cr. 2. F.S.
Prereq: C I 377, HD FS 224; concurrent enrollment in C I 433, C I 468I, SP ED 355, SP ED 455
Study, development, and application of current methods for providing appropriate science learning experiences and processes for primary grade children. Formal and informal assessment strategies and instructional methods for diverse learners.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: C I 377
Emphasis is placed on providing appropriate social studies learning experiences (e.g. curriculum content, instructional strategies, and assessment) for primary and intermediate grade children.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: MATH 195 (minimum grade of C-), MATH 196 (minimum grade of C-); concurrent enrollment in C I 377, C I 468A, C I 468C
Study, development, and application of current methods for providing appropriate mathematical learning experiences for primary and intermediate children. Includes critical examination of factors related to the teaching and learning of mathematics.
(Dual-listed with C I 550). (3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. S., offered even-numbered years.
Prereq: C I 332 or C I 333, C I 406
Examination of cultural relevance in education. Development and application of strategies and techniques for implementing multicultural goals and multiethnic perspectives in PreK-12 school classroom settings.
Meets U.S. Diversity Requirement
(Dual-listed with C I 552). (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: C I 378 or equivalent
Identification, analysis and correction of reading problems in five areas: print knowledge, integration of print knowledge, oral reading fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.
(2-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits. F.S.SS.
Prereq: C I 201 or C I 202
Development and application of emerging technology topics related to digital learning. Series of 1-3 credit on-line learning modules on topics such as grant writing, interactive on-line tools, social networking, gaming technologies, technology leadership in schools, and web/graphic design. Required for the Learning Technologies minor.
Cr. 1-2. F.S.SS.
Prereq: Admission to teacher education program
Application of current methods, and instructional experiences with children in a supervised elementary, middle, or high school classroom while engaged in other methods courses. Clinical Experience Level 3.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
Cr. 1. F.S.SS.
Prereq: Admission to teacher education program
Application of current methods and instructional experiences with children in a supervised K-3 elementary classroom while engaged in other elementary methods courses. Clinical Experience Level 3.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
Cr. 1. F.S.SS.
Prereq: Admission to teacher education program
Application of current methods and instructional experiences with children in a supervised 3-6 elementary classroom while engaged in other elementary methods courses. Clinical Experience Level 3.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
Cr. 1. F.S.SS.
Prereq: Admission to teacher education program
Application of current methods, and instructional experiences with children in a supervised K-3 elementary classroom while engaged in other elementary methods courses. Clinical Experience Level 3.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
Cr. 1. F.S.SS.
Prereq: Admission to teacher education program
Application of current methods and instructional experiences with children in a supervised 3-6 elementary classroom while engaged in other elementary methods courses. Clinical Experience Level 3.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
Cr. 1. F.
Prereq: Admission to teacher education program
Application of current methods, and instructional experiences with children in a supervised K-6 elementary classroom while engaged in other elementary methods courses. Clinical Experience Level 3.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
Cr. 1. F.S.
Prereq: Admission to teacher education program
Application of current methods and instructional experiences with children in a supervised K-3 inclusive elementary classroom while engaged in other elementary methods courses. Clinical Experience Level 3.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
Cr. 1. F.S.
Prereq: Admission to teacher education program
Application of current methods and instructional experiences with children in a supervised K-3 inclusive elementary classroom while engaged in other elementary methods courses. Clinical Experience Level 3.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
Cr. 1. F.S.
Prereq: Admission to teacher education program
Application of current methods and instructional experiences with children in a supervised K-3 inclusive elementary classroom while engaged in other elementary methods courses. Clinical Experience Level 3.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
Cr. 2. F.
Prereq: Admission to teacher education program
Application of current methods and instructional experiences with children in a supervised grade 5-12 science classroom while engaged in other elementary methods courses. Clinical Supervision Level 3.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
Cr. 2. S.
Prereq: Admission to teacher education program
Application of current methods and instructional experiences with children in a supervised 5-12 science classroom while engaged in other elementary methods courses. Clinical Experience Level 3.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
Cr. 1. F.S.SS.
Prereq: Admission to teacher education program. Permission of School of Education required; concurrent enrollment in C I 378
Application of current methods and instructional experiences with children in a supervised 3-6 elementary classroom while engaged in other elementary methods courses. Clinical Experience Level 3.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Admission to teacher education program.
Future teachers learn about teaching as they connect theory, practice and classroom experiences. Learning is supported with video-based seminars focused on effective classroom practices.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
Cr. 0.5-2. Repeatable, maximum of 2 times. F.S.
Prereq: Admission to Teacher Education
Observation and participation in a variety of school settings after admission to the teacher education program. Permission of area coordinator required prior to enrollment. (S/F grading may be used in some offerings of some sections.).
(Cross-listed with HIST). Cr. 2. Repeatable, maximum of 2 times. F.
Prereq: Admission to Teacher Education
Supervised participation in a 5-12 school setting. Permission of History/Social Sciences coordinator required prior to enrollment. 1/2 day of time needed. Clinical Supervision Level 3.
Cr. 0.5. Repeatable, maximum of 2 times. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of area coordinator required prior to enrolllment
Observation and participation in a variety of school settings after admission to the teacher preparation program. Physical Sciences.
Cr. 0.5-2. Repeatable, maximum of 2 times. F.S.
Prereq: Admission to teacher education
Supervised participation mathematics in a 5-12 school setting. Permission of mathematics coordinator required prior to enrollment. 1/2 day of time needed. Clinical Experience Level 3.
Cr. 0.5. Repeatable, maximum of 2 times. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of area coordinator required prior to enrollment
D. Biological Sciences.
Cr. 1-2. Repeatable, maximum of 2 times. F.S.
Prereq: Admission to teacher education
Supervised participation in a 5-12 school setting. Cross listed with English 480K. Permission of English coordinator required prior to enrollment. 1/2 day of time needed. Clinical Experience Level 3.
Cr. 1-2. Repeatable, maximum of 2 times. F.
Prereq: Admission to teacher education
Supervised participation in a 5-12 school setting. Permission of World Languages and Cultures coordinator required prior to enrollment. 1/2 day of time needed. Clinical Experience Level 3.
Cr. 0.5. Repeatable, maximum of 2 times. F.S.
J. Earth Science.
(Cross-listed with MUSIC). Cr. 1. Repeatable, maximum of 2 times. F.S.
Prereq: Admission to teacher education
Participation in a K-12 school setting. Cross-listed with MUSIC 480K. Permission of Music coordinator required prior to enrollment. Clinical Experience Level 2.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
(0-4) Cr. 2. Repeatable, maximum of 2 times.
Prereq: C I 280S, ENGL/LING 219; ENGL/LING 220; ENGL/LING 511; admission to teaching education.
Supervised participation in a school setting. Permission of ESL area coordinator required prior to enrollment. 1/2 day of time needed. Clinical experience level 3.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
(Dual-listed with H P C 581). (3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. F., offered odd-numbered years.
Introduction to Western philosophy of education. Emphasis is placed on enduring debates about the purposes(s) of education in a just society. Readings include classic and contemporary texts.
(Cross-listed with LING, WLC). (3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: 25 credits in a world language
Planning, implementation, and assessment of standards-based, student-centered, and thematic instruction in the elementary (K-8) classroom. Special emphasis on K-8 students' communicative skills, cultural knowledge, and content learning.
(Cross-listed with LING, WLC). (3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: 25 credits in a world language, admission to the teacher education program, OPI
Theories and principles of contemporary world language learning and teaching. Special emphasis on designing instruction and assessments for active learning.
(Dual-listed with C I 588). (2-2) Cr. 3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: concurrent enrollment in or completion of one course in corrective reading; diagnosis and correction of reading problems; graduate status required for C I 588
Using formal and informal diagnostic procedures to plan and implement individualized reading instruction. Field experience in tutoring and a related research project.
Cr. 1-3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: GPA of 2.5 or more for preceding semester
(Cross-listed with MUSIC). Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: Permission of instructor; 12 credits in music, approval of department head
Cr. 1-3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: GPA of 2.5 or more for preceding semester
Cr. 1-3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: GPA of 2.5 or more for preceding semester
Cr. 1-3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: GPA of 2.5 or more for preceding semester
Cr. 1-3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: GPA of 2.5 or more for preceding semester
Cr. 1-3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: GPA of 2.5 or more for preceding semester
Cr. 1-3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: GPA of 2.5 or more for preceding semester
Cr. 1-3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: GPA of 2.5 or more for preceding semester
Cr. 1-3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: GPA of 2.5 or more for preceding semester
Cr. 1-3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: GPA of 2.5 or more for preceding semester
Cr. 1-3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: GPA of 2.5 or more for preceding semester
Cr. 1-3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: GPA of 2.5 or more for preceding semester
Cr. 1-3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: GPA of 2.5 or more for preceding semester
Cr. 1-3. F.S.
Prereq: GPA of 2.5 or more for preceding semester
Independent Study in science education.
(Cross-listed with ENGL). (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.
Prereq: ENGL 310, ENGL 397, 9 other credits in English beyond ENGL 250, PSYCH 333, admission to teacher education program
Portfolio review. Current theories and practices in the teaching of literature to secondary school students. Integrating literary study and writing. Preparation and selection of materials. Classroom presentation. Unit planning. (Taken concurrently with C I 280, Cr. 2, and Sp Ed 450).
(Cross-listed with SP CM). (3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: C I 301; 9 credits in speech communication; minimum GPA of 2.5 in speech communication courses
Problems, methods, and materials related to teaching speech, theatre, and media in secondary schools.
(Cross-listed with MATH). (3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: 15 credits in college mathematics and admission to a teacher licensure program, concurrent enrollment in C I 426 or C I 526; C I 480C
Theory and methods for teaching mathematics in grades 5-12. Includes critical examination of instructional strategies, curriculum materials, learning tools, assessment methods, Common Core State Standards-Mathematics, and equity issues.
(Cross-listed with HIST). (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.
Prereq: Concurrent enrollment in HIST 480A; Admission to teacher education and 30 credits in subject-matter field
Concurrent enrollment in 480A; Admission to teacher education and 30 credits in subject-matter field. Theories and processes of teaching and learning secondary history/social sciences. Emphasis on development and enactment of current methods, assessments, and curriculum materials for providing appropriate learning experiences.
Courses primarily for graduate students, open to qualified undergraduates:
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.SS.
Prereq: Graduate classification
Educational philosophies and theories of instructional technology. Application of research to the production and use of instructional technology for learning and teaching. Equipment operation.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: 501
Introduction to theories and models of instructional design. Design decision-making based on the analysis of performance problems and instructional inputs. Practical experience with the design and development of instruction and evaluation principles.
(Cross-listed with HCI). (3-0) Cr. 3. S.
Prereq: C I 501
Principles and procedures to plan, design, and conduct effective evaluation studies (formative, summative, usability) in different settings are studied. Opportunities to engage in real or simulated evaluation projects of substantial scope are provided. Create evaluation instruments, develop methods with which to evaluate a product or program, conduct try-outs or usability sessions, analyze the data, report the findings, and recommendations are some of the course activities.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: Graduate classification
Teaching and learning using computers. Selection and evaluation of software and hardware for teaching and learning. Research on computers. Tool software. Telecommunications. Trends in computer-based instruction.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: 6 graduate credits in education
Theories, legal bases, and principles of multicultural education. Pluralism and contributing cultures in the United States; presence and contributions of cultural group diversity with implications for educational programs, curriculum development, classroom instruction, materials utilization and development; problems and issues regarding ethnocentrism, prejudice, and discrimination based on race, ethnicity, socioeconomic class, sex/gender, sexual identity, and language in the school environment; curriculum infusion and transformation, multicultural interaction, design and execution of teaching strategies and techniques; inquiry and research on multicultural education issues.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: C I 448 or C I 497
Focus on Algebraic concept explorations and associated procedures. Use of research-based strategies and appropriate technologies to apply fundamental ideas of patterning, coordinate graphing, and relationships among variables into K-12 classrooms. Additional topics facilitate critical examination of K-12 curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment.
(3-0) Cr. 3. S.
Prereq: C I 448 or C I 497
Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometry explorations with a focus on pedagogical issues in the K-12 classroom. Use of research-based strategies and appropriate technologies to teach geometry in K-12 classrooms. Additional topics from discrete mathematics, history and philosophy of geometry and fractal geometries.
(3-0) Cr. 3. S.
Prereq: Admission to graduate study, C I 501 or equivalent and C I 505 or equivalent
Principles and practices of technology diffusion, leadership and school change. Readings and coursework focus on technology diffusion in a broad sense, and examine more closely how this has played out in educational contexts. Leadership is addressed relative to frameworks and strategies for professional development ad organizational change.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: Admission to graduate study and at least two courses in research and foundations of instructional technology
Critical review of current research trends in educational technology. Designed to consolidate graduate students' knowledge of current trends, issues in research, and methods of conducting research in practice.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: 6 credits of mathematics, C I 448 or C I 497 or C I 597 or permission of instructor
Strategies for improving problem solving skills across all strands of mathematics (e.g., geometry, algebra, number theory) will be emphasized. Issues surrounding the appropriate role of problem solving in K-12 mathematics classrooms will also be discussed, including distinctions among teaching "about," "for," and "through" problem solving. Note: This course is open to undergraduate students, but it is a graduate level course.
(1-2) Cr. 2. SS.
Prereq: Admission to M.A.T. program
Introduction to critical issues facing science education, science education goals reflecting contemporary purposes of schooling, and how people learn science.
(3-0) Cr. 3. S.
Prereq: Admission to graduate study, one course in research methods, educational inquiry, statistics, educational psychology, or instructional design
Philosophy and methods of conducting and communicating action research focused on improving educational practices. Designed specifically for practicing teachers.
(2-2) Cr. 3. Alt. S., offered odd-numbered years.
Prereq: 9 credits in education
Introduction to historical, sociological, philosophical and pedagogical foundations of antiracist/multicultural education. Examination of causes of racism, other forms of discrimination, and intergroup conflict from different theoretical perspectives and experiential exercises.
(Dual-listed with C I 417). Cr. arr. F.S.
Prereq: Full admission to teacher education or licensed teacher; approval of coordinator during semester before student teaching
Evaluation of instruction, lesson planning, and teaching.
(Dual-listed with C I 417A). Cr. arr. F.S.
Prereq: GPA 2.5; Admission to teacher education, approval of coordinator during semester before student teaching
Evaluation of instruction, lesson planning, and teaching in the liberal arts and sciences.
(Dual-listed with C I 417B). Cr. arr. F.S.
Prereq: Full admission to teacher education, approval of coordinator during semester before student teaching
Evaluation of instruction, lesson planning, and teaching in physical sciences grades 5-12.
(Dual-listed with C I 417C). Cr. arr. F.S.
Prereq: Full admission to teacher education, approval of coordinator during semester before student teaching
Evaluation of instruction, lesson planning, and teaching in mathematics grades 5-12.
(Dual-listed with C I 417D). Cr. arr. F.S.
Prereq: Full admission to teacher education, approval of coordinator during semester before student teaching
Evaluation of instruction, lesson planning, and teaching in biological sciences grades 5-12.
(Dual-listed with C I 417G). (Cross-listed with WLC). Cr. arr. F.S.
Prereq: Admission to teacher education or licensed teacher, approval of coordinator during semester before student teaching.
Evaluation of instruction, lesson planning, and teaching in world languages and cultures.
(Dual-listed with C I 417J). Cr. arr. F.S.
Prereq: Full admission to teacher education, approval of coordinator during semester before student teaching
Evaluation of instruction, lesson planning, and teaching in earth sciences grades 5-12.
(Dual-listed with C I 417M). Cr. arr. F.S.
Prereq: Full admission to teacher education, approval of coordinator during semester before student teaching
Evaluation of instruction, lesson planning, and teaching in basic sciences grades 5-12.
(Dual-listed with C I 417N). Cr. arr. F.S.
Prereq: GPA 2.5; Admission to teacher education, approval of coordinator during semester before student teaching
Evaluation of instruction, lesson planning, and teaching in the liberal arts and sciences.
(Dual-listed with C I 417P). Cr. arr. F.S.
Prereq: GPA 2.5; Admission to teacher education, approval of coordinator during semester before student teaching
Evaluation of instruction, lesson planning, and teaching in the liberal arts and sciences.
(Dual-listed with C I 417R). (Cross-listed with MUSIC). Cr. arr. F.S.
Prereq: Minimum GPA of 2.5; Admission to teacher education, approval of coordinator during semester before student teaching
Evaluation of instruction, lesson planning, and teaching in the liberal arts and sciences.
(Dual-listed with C I 417S). (Cross-listed with MUSIC). Cr. arr. F.S.
Prereq: Minimum GPA of 2.5; Admission to teacher education, approval of coordinator during semester before student teaching
Evaluation of instruction, lesson planning, and teaching in the liberal arts and sciences.
(Dual-listed with C I 418). (3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: C I 514; concurrent enrollment in C I 547 and C I 591D
Development of a research-based framework for teaching science that includes student goals, congruent student actions, the character and role of science inquiry, teaching behaviors and strategies, contemporary learning theories, and self-evaluation.
(Dual-listed with C I 419). (3-0) Cr. 3. S.
Prereq: C I 418 or C I 518, concurrent enrollment in C I 591D
Advancing a research-based framework for teaching science in a variety of school settings; emphasizing the teacher's role, the development and revision of science curriculum, exceptional learners, content area reading strategies, management strategies, technology, and student assessment.
(Dual-listed with C I 420). (3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: C I 406
Introduction to research on bilingualism and examination of the social, historical, and political contexts of bilingual education in U.S. schools. Attention to policy environment, school program structure, mode of classroom instruction, family and community context, and attainment of bilingualism and biculturalism for U.S. Mexican youth.
(Dual-listed with C I 426). (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: C I 202, senior classification, admission to teacher education program
The curriculum, human relations, student evaluation, support services, classroom management, organization of schools, legal aspects of schools, professionalism, and career planning.
(3-0) Cr. 3. SS.
Prereq: Bachelor's degree; admission into a graduate level teacher licensure program
Analysis of psychological research theory related to learning, cognition, motivation, individual differences, and teaching techniques. Student and classroom assessment to facilitate positive learning outcomes. Adaption and differentiation of instruction to meet individual learners' needs. This course can only be used for teacher licensure programs. It is not acceptable for use in meeting the non-licensure M.Ed., M.S. or Ph.D. requirements.
(Cross-listed with PSYCH). (3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Learning, cognition, and memory in educational/training settings.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Prereq: Bachelor's degree
Current learning theories within science education and their application to science classrooms. Examination of models which assist the implementation of these theories of learning.
(3-0) Cr. 3. S.SS.
Prereq: Bachelor's degree
Critical examination of pedagogy, emphasizing teacher behaviors and strategies, methods of self-assessment, action research, and current issues and trends in science education.
(Dual-listed with C I 347). (3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: C I 280M; concurrent enrollment in C I 418 or instructor permission
The intersection of issues in the history, philosophy sociology, and psychology of science and their application to and impact on science teaching and learning, science teacher education, and science education research.
(3-0) Cr. 3. SS.
Prereq: Admission to teacher education or teaching license
Modification of laboratory activities and other everyday science activities so they are more congruent with how students learn, the nature of science, and the National Science Education Standards.
(Dual-listed with C I 450). (3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. S., offered even-numbered years.
Prereq: C I 332 or C I 333, C I 406
Examination of cultural relevance in education. Development and application of strategies and techniques for implementing multicultural goals and multiethnic perspectives in PreK-12 school classroom settings.
Meets U.S. Diversity Requirement
(3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. F., offered odd-numbered years.
Prereq: Teaching license
Analyzing, discussing, and researching the theory and practice of current literacy issues.
(Dual-listed with C I 452). (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: C I 378 or equivalent
Identification, analysis and correction of reading problems in five areas: print knowledge, integration of print knowledge, oral reading fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.
(Cross-listed with SP ED). (3-0) Cr. 3. SS.
Prereq: Teaching license
Instructional strategies for enhancing the fluency, vocabulary and comprehension of struggling adolescent readers. Attention to content-area reading materials and strategies.
(3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. F., offered even-numbered years.
Prereq: Senior status or teaching license
Research and discussion of issues surrounding the classroom use of literature for children and young adults including censorship, diversity, selection, and the influences of technology.
(3-0) Cr. 3. S.
Prereq: Graduate Standing
Examination of the roles of literacy specialists/coaches in diverse pre-K-12 schools and communities. Particular focus placed on current theories, research, standards, and policies relative to literacy processes and instruction, including culturally responsive literacy; processes of successful literacy coaching; and methods of supporting teachers and other school personnel in planning, implementing, and evaluating literacy instruction for all students.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: Graduate standing
Critical examination of the topics central to the study of reading comprehension, including processes, development, contexts, motivation, teaching and learning, and assessment. Reading and discussion of research literature in reading comprehension and comprehension instruction.
(3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. F., offered irregularly.Alt. S., offered irregularly.
Prereq: Graduate standing
Critical examination of current policy initiatives and reform efforts that affect how literacy is viewed, assessed, and practiced, as well as how literacy professionals are prepared for their roles in public schools and colleges.
(Cross-listed with SP ED). (3-0) Cr. 3.
Prereq: Secondary teaching experience
Instructional methods and assessment techniques for secondary students struggling to learn mathematics. Particular emphasis on current research, practices, and trends in mathematics interventions for at-risk students and students with disabilities.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: Graduate Standing
Designed to increase awareness and understanding of critical issues surrounding the evolving concept of literacy and examine the effect that technology has on the literacy we use every day, teach in our schools, and need in order to function as 21st century citizens.
(Cross-listed with M S E). (2-0) Cr. 2. SS.
Prereq: C I 201 or 202 or 505 or equivalent
A project-based, hands-on learning course. Technology literacy, appreciation for technological innovations, principles behind many technological innovations, hands-on experiences based upon simple systems constructed out of LEGOs and controlled by small microcomputers. Other technological advances with K-12 applications will be explored. K-12 teachers will leave the course with complete lesson plans for use in their classrooms.
(3-0) Cr. 3. S.
Prereq: Graduate Status
Exploration of the historical, political, sociological, and economic factors that engender global inequities. Examination of the definition and origin of the "digital divide" and its relationship to the histories of racism, sexism, classism, and imperialism/globalization. Exploration and analysis of research-based alternative approaches to alleviating technology inequities in educational settings.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Prereq: Graduate or senior level status or permission of instructor
This course takes a nonlinear, reflective view of the historical, social, economic, political, and legal contexts of the education of African Americans in the U.S. Educational theories and philosophies, Critical Race Theory and Black Feminist Thought form the framework for investigating broad-based, multiple issues of education for African Americans in the U.S. as they are situated in the prevailing dominant views.
(Dual-listed with C I 488). (2-2) Cr. 3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: concurrent enrollment in or completion of one course in corrective reading; diagnosis and correction of reading problems; graduate status required for C I 588
Using formal and informal diagnostic procedures to plan and implement individualized reading instruction. Field experience in tutoring and a related research project.
Cr. 1-3. F.S.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Cr. 1-3. F.S.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Cr. 1-3. F.S.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Cr. 1-3. F.S.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Cr. 1-3. F.S.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Cr. 1-3. F.S.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Cr. 1-3. F.S.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Cr. 1-3. F.S.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Cr. 1-3. F.S.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Cr. 1-3. F.S.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Cr. 1-3. F.S.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Cr. 1-3. F.S.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
(0-2) Cr. 1-4. Repeatable, maximum of 3 times. F.S.
Prereq: 15 graduate credits in special area; admission to teacher education.
Supervised pre-student teaching experience in secondary schools. Supervision level 3.
(0-2) Cr. 1-6. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 15 graduate credits in special area
Supervised on-the-job field experience in special area.
(0-2) Cr. 1-4. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: 15 graduate credits in specialty area; admission to teacher education
Supervised pre-student teaching experience in secondary science education. Supervision level 3.
(0-2) Cr. 1-4. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: 15 graduate credits in specialty area; admission to teacher education
Supervised pre-student teaching experience in mathematics education. Supervision level 3.
(0-2) Cr. 1-6. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 15 graduate credits in special area
Supervised on-the-job field experience in special area.
Cr. 1-3. F.S.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Cr. 1-3. F.S.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Cr. 1-3. F.S.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Cr. 1-3. F.S.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Cr. 1-3. F.S.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Cr. 1-3. F.S.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Cr. 1-3. F.S.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Cr. 1-3. F.S.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Cr. 1-3. F.S.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Cr. 1-3. F.S.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Cr. 1-3. F.S.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Cr. 1-3. F.S.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: Graduate standing
Theoretical and historical perspectives of contemporary curriculum; social, cultural, and epistemological aspects of curriculum theory; diverse philosophical positions and approaches to understanding curriculum as it relates to educational settings.
(Dual-listed with C I 395). (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.
Prereq: Graduate status and teaching license
Analysis and application of strategies to enhance students' literacy development in middle and secondary school settings. Research paper related to a course topic.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: 15 credits in college mathematics; and either in a teacher licensure program or in the process of applying, concurrent enrollment in C I 426 or C I 526
Theory and methods for teaching mathematics in grades 7-12. Includes critical examination of instructional strategies, curriculum materials, learning tools, assessment methods, National Standards in Mathematics Education, and equity issues.
Cr. 1-3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Cr. 1-3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Cr. 1-3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Cr. 1-3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Cr. 1-3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Cr. 1-3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Cr. 1-3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Cr. 1-3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Cr. 1-3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Cr. 1-3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Cr. 1-3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Cr. 1-3. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 9 graduate credits in education
Courses for graduate students:
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: Admission to a doctoral program
First of a two-course sequence designed to welcome new Curriculum and Instruction PhD students into the community of educational scholars. Inquiry into (1) the history of education as an academic field of study; (2) the philosophical underpinings of social scientific and educational inquiry; and (3) the contemporary landscape of the field of education.
(3-0) Cr. 3. S.
Prereq: C I 601
Second course in a sequence welcoming Curriculum and Instruction Ph.D. students into the community of educational scholars. Opportunities to learn about a variety of faculty research in the department, engage faculty in conversation about their research, and continue reflecting on the theory and practice of educational inquiry.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
(Cross-listed with HCI). (3-0) Cr. 3. S.
Prereq: C I 503
Exploration of advanced aspects of the instructional design process. Application of analysis, design, development and production, evaluation, implementation, and project management principles. Focus on the production and use of instructional technology with an emphasis on the instructional design consulting process. Theory and research in instructional technology provides the foundation for design decisions.
(2-0) Cr. 2. F.
Prereq: C I 505
Research on using technology in teacher education programs. Application examples studied. Field component involving relating material from class to a teacher education situation.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Prereq: 12 graduate credits in curriculum and instruction
Exploration of philosophies of science that serve as foundations for research and practice in instructional technology, including positivism, post-positivism, interpretivism/constructivism, and critical theory. The roles of language, nature of truth and reality, and acceptable ways of knowing are explored in terms of their implications for instructional technology design, delivery, research, and scholarship.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Prereq: 12 graduate credits in curriculum and instruction
Exploration of theories of learning and associated instructional models that are the foundation for research and practice in education and educational technology, including behaviorism, information processing theory, and cognitive science. Emphasis on cognitive and social constructivist paradigms and the creation and use of constructivist learning environments supported by technology.
(0-2) Cr. 1. F.S.
Selected topics in curriculum and instruction; an analysis of research potential; evaluation of impact upon the profession; implications for additional research.
(0-2) Cr. 1. F.S.
Selected topics in curriculum and instruction; an analysis of research potential; evaluation of impact upon the profession; implications for additional research.
(0-2) Cr. 1. F.S.
Selected topics in curriculum and instruction; an analysis of research potential; evaluation of impact upon the profession; implications for additional research.
(0-2) Cr. 1. F.S.
Selected topics in curriculum and instruction; an analysis of research potential; evaluation of impact upon the profession; implications for additional research.
(0-2) Cr. 1. F.S.
Selected topics in curriculum and instruction; an analysis of research potential; evaluation of impact upon the profession; implications for additional research.
(0-2) Cr. 1. F.S.
Selected topics in curriculum and instruction; an analysis of research potential; evaluation of impact upon the profession; implications for additional research.
(0-2) Cr. 1. F.S.
Selected topics in curriculum and instruction; an analysis of research potential; evaluation of impact upon the profession; implications for additional research.
(0-2) Cr. 1. F.S.
Selected topics in curriculum and instruction; an analysis of research potential; evaluation of impact upon the profession; implications for additional research.
(0-2) Cr. 1. F.S.
Selected topics in curriculum and instruction; an analysis of research potential; evaluation of impact upon the profession; implications for additional research.
(0-2) Cr. 1. F.S.
Selected topics in curriculum and instruction; an analysis of research potential; evaluation of impact upon the profession; implications for additional research.
(0-2) Cr. 1. F.S.
Selected topics in curriculum and instruction; an analysis of research potential; evaluation of impact upon the profession; implications for additional research.
(0-2) Cr. 1. F.S.
Selected topics in curriculum and instruction; an analysis of research potential; evaluation of impact upon the profession; implications for additional research.
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