(Fall, Spring) An introduction to the process of stage managing theatrical productions from preparing pre-production paperwork, through managing rehearsals and performances, to closing the show.
(Fall) A historical survey of theatre and the theatrical impulse in man from prehistoric times through the English Renaissance. The course focuses on playwrights, production methods, physical theatre plants, styles of acting, and the philosophies reflected in various periods of dramatic literature, both Western and non-Western. Minors must choose 3 of 5
(Spring) A historical survey of theatre from the time of French neoclassicism to the present. The course focuses on playwrights, production methods, physical theatre, styles of acting, and the philosophies reflected in various periods of dramatic literature, both Western and non-Western. Minors must choose 3 of 5
(Fall) An introduction to dramatic literature, staging, playwrights and major philosophies of early Greek, Roman, African, Oriental, Commedia dell ‘Art and Renaissance literature, as well as extensive coverage of The Poetics of Aristotle. A broad survey focusing on the multi-cultural nature of theatre and its development, the course also provides critical ways of viewing and evaluating humanity through this unique artistic mirror. Minors must choose 3 of 5
DRAM 2140 - The History of the American Musical Stage (3)
(Fall, Spring) A survey of musical comedy and popular opera on and off Broadway, from the late 19th century to the present. Special emphasis will be placed on productions, composers, designers, directors, and choreographers who have made significant contributions to the style and content of this theatrical medium.
DRAM 2160 - Introduction to Design for the Theatre (3)
(Fall, Spring) An introduction to the materials and design processes of theatrical production, including consideration of scenery, lighting, sound, costumes, make-up, and advertising graphics.
(Spring) A study of the dramatic literature and theatre practices of Western theatre from the late 16th to mid-19th centuries. The course includes the reading of scripts by English and Spanish renaissance, French neoclassical, German romantics, and continental melodramatic playwrights as well as the study of various theoretical and production concepts during each period. Minors must choose 3 of 5
(Fall) A study of the basic theories and techniques of directing in conjunction with the directing of scenes and the one-act play for classroom review and critique.
(Fall) An introduction to playwrights, plays, theories, and production practices in Western theatre from the mid-19th century to the present, including multi-cultural contributions from Asian, African, Hispanic, and Native American performance. Minors must choose 3 of 5
Prerequisites: DRAM 2030. (Spring) A continuation of Technical Theatre I with an introduction to lighting design and the duties of the technical director.
Prerequisites: DRAM 3220. (Fall) An advanced course of in-depth study and practical involvement in a particular area of technical theatre that is of special interest to the advanced Theatre technical student. This class is also a seminar in problems of technical production.
(Spring) A study and practice in technical script analysis, rendering techniques, model building, and practical experience in scene painting. Student must purchase prescribed technical drawing tools and supplies. (Non-majors by consent of instructor.)
Prerequisites: DRAM 3220. (Fall) A study of the theory, techniques, technological advancements, and practical application of theatrical stage lighting. (Non-majors by consent of instructor.)
Prerequisites: DRAM 2040. (Spring) Rehearsal and performance with emphasis on theory and practice in ensemble acting. Advanced study in techniques of acting, styles of acting, and theory. Open to Theatre Majors only.
Prerequisites: Allows stage actors to learn and explore basic acting styles and techniques for the camera. The students will utilize appropriate vocabulary and learn concepts required and reflective of screen acting. This course also examines the business aspect of acting in the film industry covering such topics as acquisition of acting agents, developing resumes and preparing for film auditions.
(Fall) Training, practice, and development in movement for the stage to enhance coordination, rhythm, physical conditioning, energy, stage presence, and verbal and non-verbal communication through space exploration, body toning, stunts, and tumbling; and introductory dance techniques in ballet, jazz, tap, and African Dance.
Prerequisites: DRAM 3030. (Spring) A study of problems in directing for advanced students. The student is required to direct a one-act play. Open to Theatre Majors only.
Prerequisites: DRAM 3310. This course, designed to expose students to the performance demands of classical acting, trains the students in voice, speech, and movement, as well as provides direction in literacy analysis and character development. Specifically, the Greek, Elizabethan, Restoration, and nineteenth-century theatrical periods will be explored.
Prerequisites: DRAM 3310 (or their professional equivalents). (Fall) Supervised and independent training in advanced performance experiences in preparation for graduate school and professional careers. Open to Theatre Performance Majors only.
DRAM 4106 - Materials and Methods in Dramatic Art (3)
(TBA) A survey of the materials and methods of teaching drama in the high school. Attention will be given to curriculum development and the management of related extracurricular dramatic activities. Cross-listed With EDU 4106
Prerequisites: DRAM 2040. (Spring) A study of the development, literature, theories, and practices in creative dramatics and children’s theatre. Weekly practicums are required with public school children K-6, wherein students work with culturally diverse groups for the unit on creative dramatics. Rehearsing for and performing in a one-act play are required for the unit on children’s theatre.
(Alternate Years) The study and practice of the functions related to producing theatre, including: selecting seasons, budgeting, personnel management, audience development, promotions management, box office management, and housing management.
(Fall, Spring) A unique opportunity for advanced study in specific areas of theatre for upper-class theatre majors with faculty supervision. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites: By permission of the instructor. This course is designed for the theatre student who is prepared to study abroad for the summer. The course explores the origins, developments, characteristics, and style of theatre in a selected country. The study abroad experience allows the student to analyze the history, politics, society, and culture of the selected country and its corresponding impact and reflection on theatre. The course prepares students to communicate their growth in intercultural competence as an artist, as a candidate for graduate school, and as a professional.
DSC 2000 - Quantitative Methods for Business and Economics (3)
Prerequisites: MATH 1100. Introductory quantitative methods and models, and related software applications, for business decision-making. Topics include: linear and quadratic equations, functions and graphs, exponential and logarithmic functions, analysis of limits and continuity, and random variables.
Prerequisites: MATH 1210 ,MATH 2000 ,MATH 2010 , or DSC 2000 A course concerned with the application of statistical techniques to economic and business problems. Topics covered include graphical and numerical methods of describing data, probability concept and application, discrete and continuous probability distributions, estimation, and hypothesis testing. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better.
Prerequisites: DSC 2010. Statistical methods useful in analyzing business problems. Subjects to be covered include: analysis of contingency tables, simple and multivariable regression, model building, index numbers and time series, analysis of variance, and non-parametric statistics.
Prerequisites: DSC 2010. An introduction to the use of mathematical concepts and models in managerial decision-making. Review of finite mathematical tools, linear programming, applied probabilistic concepts, and decision theory.
Prerequisites: DSC 3300 OR DSC 3020 An introduction to the management of operating systems; techniques and methods employed to plan and control manufacturing, service, forecasting, production scheduling, quality control, job design, methods, measurement, and wage payments.
Prerequisites: MATH 1100, MATH 1080 or MATH 2010. The course will provide an introduction of the principles of microeconomics and the development of an understanding of the roles of prices in the product and resources markets. The focus of microeconomics is on the choices made by decision-makers such as households and business firms and how these affect particular markets. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better.
Prerequisites: MATH 1100 , MATH 1080 or MATH 2010. Macroeconomics is the study of the economy as a whole. It is the study of economy-wide phenomena, including inflation, unemployment, and economic growth. Attention will focus on production, employment, income levels, and policy tools. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better.
ECON 3310 - Money, the Financial System, and the Economy (3)
Prerequisites: ECON 2200. A course on the financial system and its relationship to the other sectors of the economy, including business firms, households, and government agencies. Money, financial markets and institutions, interest rates, the Federal Reserve System, and monetary policy are considered. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better.
Prerequisites: ECON 2200 or ECON 2100. International economic relations, problems involved in maintaining a world order, and the role of free enterprise in their solution. This course includes the bases of trade theory, comparative advantage, gains from trade, adjustments in the balance of payments, tariffs, exchange control, and trade policy. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better.
Prerequisites: ECON 2200, ECON 2100, DSC 3020 This course is a study of the tools of analytical decision making that aid modern managers in solving their problems. Primarily, this course is the study of how to direct resources in ways that are most efficient in achieving managerial goals. Traditional aspects of economics are included such as the model of supply and demand and the theory of the firm, including production, the basic models of competition, oligopoly and monopoly as well as topics on present value analysis and regression analysis. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better.
EDSH 4750 - Communication Sciences and Disorders (3)
The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the scientific study of human communication and communication disorders. The course provides an overview of the biological systems of speech, language, and hearing and basic understanding of the nature and treatment of communication disorders across the lifespan. In addition, the course is intended to increase awareness of communication disorders and the roles and responsibilities of speech-language pathologists and audiologists.
This course will provide students with information about clinical practices in communication disorders and the policies and regulations that govern clinical service. Students will have the opportunity to engage in 25 hours of structured observations of a variety of communication disorders occurring across the lifespan.
This course is designed to prepare prospective teacher candidates for the Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators exam. Emphasis is placed on content specifications of the exam, study skills and practice examinations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the content necessary for successful completion of the Praxis Core Skills for Educators: Reading, Writing, and Mathematics examinations.
This course lays the foundation for teaching in today’s schools and the teacher education program requirements. Twelve hours of field experience are required. This course is required of all prospective teacher education candidates. The course is open for candidates to explore education as an option. Candidates will also engage in activities for preparation for PRAXIS I.
EDU 2800 - Computer Utilizations in Instructional Technology (3)
Restricted to pre-education majors. This is a practical and applied study of computer utilizations geared to the National Education Technology Standards for Teachers (NETS), developed by the International Society for Technology Education and adopted by North Carolina’s State Board of Education. The course includes computer operations, functions, Internet and telecommunications for instructional purposes, analysis and use of word processing, spreadsheets, databases, desktop publishing, and multimedia applications. Students must complete an electronic portfolio (CD or DVD) to document assignments/artifacts from this class.
EDU 2801 - Emerging Learning Technologies and Digital Content (3)
This is a practical and applied study of learning technologies and digital content geared to the National Education Technology Standards for Students (NETS.S), developed by the International Society for Technology Education (ISTE). The course addresses legal and social issues, social media, Web 2.0’s, new technologies, computer operations, functions, Internet and telecommunications for instructional purposes, analysis and use of word processing, spreadsheets, databases, desktop publishing, and multimedia applications. Students must complete an electronic portfolio (online, CD, flash drive or DVD) to document assignments/artifacts from this class.
EDU 2900 - Independent Study of Educational Problems (1 to 3)
This course requires permission of instructor. This is an independent study to permit the pursuit of information on and the solution to educational problems through library research and/or field work. The student desiring to take this course will present a study proposal to the Department for approval. Students who show unusual promise as developing educators may take this course as an honors activity.
EDU 3000 - Introduction to Educational Psychology (3)
This is an introduction to the study of cognitive development and characteristics of school-aged learners. Additionally, the theories of learning that shape teaching and the principles of pedagogy that guide best educational practice are introduced. Ten hours of field experience are required.
EDU 3005 - Educational Psychology and Human Development (3)
This is an introduction to the study of human growth and cognitive development of school aged learners through early childhood, the middle years and adolescence. Learning theories and principles of pedagogy which shape teaching and best educational practices are introduced. Emphasis is also placed upon application of the basic concepts of physical, perceptual, mental, personality, social, language, emotional, and moral development of children and adolescents. Attention is given to the possible causes, characteristics and teacher to how schools meet the development need to their student populations by conducting in-school experience are required.
EDU 3030 - Diversity, Pedagogy and Social Change (3)
Consistent with the School of Education conceptual framework “Educators for Diverse Cultural Contexts” this course includes an overview of the major historical, philosophical, sociological and structural forces and diverse influences that have shaped American education. Emphasis is given to current reform movements in education and to the changing needs of society. The major problems and issues surrounding the context of teaching, particularly the role of economic class, ethnicity, race, gender, physical conditions, and linguistic diversity and their correlation with educational achievement are stressed. A major focus will be on each candidate developing a conceptual framework on his or her personal cultural identity, character, and the impact of diversity issues on his or her life, so that in understanding oneself, the candidate develops a greater understanding of and positive impact on others. This course requires 20 hours of field experience.
EDU 3120 - Inclusive Teaching for Students with Special Needs (3)
Prerequisites: EDU 2600, EDU 3000, EDU 3010. This course is designed to develop knowledge and skills related to the appropriate education of children with special needs in the general education classroom setting. This is a survey course that includes a study of the legal and educational foundations of serving students with disabilities in the general education setting. Ethical issues surrounding the teaching of children with learning and behavioral differences are included in the content. Particular emphasis is placed on developing skills for identifying learning strengths and needs in all children, and developing instruction to match those strengths and needs. Teaming and collaboration are an important concept in inclusive education and will be emphasized.
Prerequisites: Admission to TEP, EDU 2600 or a departmental early field experience, EDU 3000. The course provides students with competencies in specific technical skills of teaching by focusing on learning theory, learning styles, educational taxonomies, teaching methods, classroom management, and lesson planning. Students have the opportunity to apply their learning during their field experience in an assigned classroom. The students tutor individual learners, plan lessons with the teacher, and facilitate small or whole group instruction. Twenty hours of field experience are required.
Prerequisites: Admission to TEP, EDU 2600 or a departmental early field experience, EDU 2800, EDU 3000, EDU 3010. The course focuses on assessment as a tool in delineating needed revisions in evaluation methods and materials and on the use of evaluation results to modify future assessments, teaching strategies, and curricula. Students will work with an assigned teacher to construct criterion-referenced tests based upon the North Carolina Standard Course of Study. Students administer, score, and complete item analyses of the results. Ten hours of field experience are required.
EDU 3180 - Healthful Living Education in Elementary Schools (3)
This course is designed to introduce pre-service teachers to the study of the healthful living curriculum in elementary schools. Emphasis is placed upon the application of basic concepts of healthful living and physical education in terms of its importance/impact on the role of education. Attention is given to (1) instructional planning that integrates physical movement and healthful living concepts across the academic content areas, (2) candidates’ responsibility as healthful living educators, (3) candidates’ understanding of healthful living and the law, and (4) candidates’ understanding of diverse learners as culturally responsive educators. This course will also provide candidates the opportunity to examine how schools meet the needs of diverse learners through healthful living education. Fifteen hours of field experience are required.
EDU 3210 - Elementary Education Curriculum I (Art, Music, Drama) (3)
This is an examination of methods of teaching art, music, and drama in the elementary grades (K-6). An integrated approach utilizing methods, techniques, and materials common to these curricular areas will emphasize multiple intelligences and creative development. Field experience is required.
This course is designed for elementary majors and focuses on effective, developmentally appropriate, instructional methods for the teaching and learning of social studies in the elementary schools. This course focuses on key concepts and generalizations in the fields of anthropology, sociology, political science, economics, history, geography, and the humanities. The course content includes oral language, writing, and literature related to the key concepts and principles related to the social sciences. Special attention is given to the integration of social studies and interdisciplinary teaching in the elementary school curricula. Field experience is required.
EDU 3310 - Foundations In Literacy Assessment and Planning (3)
This survey course is designed to prepare beginning teachers to administer literacy assessments and use the information to plan and implement dynamic literacy Instruction. The course content includes topics such as systematic observation and literacy strategies. Candidates will also investigate surrounding differentiated literacy instruction. The course requires 15 hours of field experiences.
EDU 3400 - Language Arts Instruction in the Elementary School K-6 (3)
This is a survey of methods designed to prepare beginning teachers for instruction in language arts (excluding reading). The course content includes topics such as theoretical models of language development, listening, oral language, spelling, handwriting, reference skills, and children’s composition. Teacher candidates will also learn about techniques for teaching language arts to mainstreamed exceptional students. Field experience is required.
Pre- or Co-requisite: EDU 3400. This survey course in reading instruction provides a comprehensive treatment of the major topics of reading, including emergent literacy, approaches and materials used to teach beginning reading, word identification, vocabulary, comprehension, and literature-based reading instruction. Teacher candidates also investigate issues in teaching reading to mainstreamed exceptional students. Field experience is required.
This course prepares teacher candidates to teach mathematics in elementary schools. The focus of this course will be on understanding mathematical concepts and developing appropriate lessons and strategies for teaching mathematical concepts to all children. An emphasis is placed on meeting the needs of all learners in culturally diverse educational environments. Field experience is required.
EDU 3540 - Integrated Science, Mathematics, and Technology (3)
This course prepares elementary education teacher candidates to teach by integrating science, mathematics, and technology. This course has four components: earth science, space science, physical science, and life science. The focus of this course is on increasing content knowledge and on planning and implementing developmentally appropriate, integrated mathematics and science units. This course includes inquiry-based and computer laboratory experiences. Field experience is required.
EDU 3700 - Introduction to Statistical Methods in Education (3)
This is an introduction to basic statistical methods and their application to education. Attention is given to procedures in tabulating data and calculating basic statistics such as measures of central tendency, correlation, and standard deviation as well as the properties and applications of the normal probability curve. Major emphasis is placed upon interpretation of descriptive measures and an introduction to inferential statistics is provided. Field experience is required.
This is an overview of the philosophy, rationale, organizational patterns, and curricular elements of the middle school. Emphasis is placed on the developmental characteristics and needs of early adolescents as they are addressed through middle school components such as interdisciplinary team teaching, flexible block scheduling, advisory programs, exploratory programs, and responsive teaching. Fifteen hours of field experience are required.
EDU 3810 - Language Arts/Social Studies Instruction in the Middle School (3)
This is a study of instructional methods in language arts and social studies for middle grades education majors. The course focuses on instructional practices typical of middle grades language arts methods in selected areas (e.g., oral language, writing, literature) and social studies methods in selected areas (e.g., geography, history, economics). Special attention is given to the integration of language arts and social studies in the middle grades curriculum. Fifteen hours of field experience are required.
EDU 3820 - Mathematics/Science Instruction in the Middle School (3)
This is a study of instructional methods in mathematics and science for middle grades education majors. Strategies for teaching mathematics and science are presented using current research, curriculum standards, and instructional technology. Appropriate lessons are modeled, simulated, and discussed. Special attention is given to the integration of mathematics and science throughout the middle grades curriculum. Fifteen hours of field experience are required.
EDU 3840 - Instructional Planning and Programs in Science (3)
A study of instructional planning and methods for teaching middle and high school science. Strategies for teaching science are presented using current research, curriculum standards, and instructional technology. Appropriate lessons are modeled, simulated, and discussed. Managing a science classroom is also explored, including setting up the classroom, ensuring safety, managing behavior, and managing student work. Required field experiences include all four main science areas – biology, chemistry, earth science, and physical science. This course is primarily for secondary (9-12) science teacher candidates. Restricted to candidates who have been formally admitted to the Teacher Education Program.
EDU 3900 - Supportive Classroom Practices for Student Success (3)
Pre- or Co-requisite: Admission into the Education Prepartion Program, EDU 3150 and EDU 3170 . The purpose of this course is to provide candidates, during their Level 1 internship, with group and individual behavior supports that can be used in diverse educational environments. Course content will provide both theoretical understanding and practical application of strategies aimed at creating safe, encouraging, and effective learning environments. Teacher candidates will explore their own values and beliefs as it relates to classroom discipline, and reflect on how they contribute to the overall classroom culture, climate and community. Additionally, students will work on completing Level 1 requirements and preparation for passing NCDPI statewide mandated testing requirements. This course requires 60 hours of field experience as part of a candidates Level 1 requirement.
Prerequisites: Admission to TEP, EDU 3150, EDU 3170 - By permission of the instruction. This course will focus on literacy strategies across the content areas of mathematics, science, social studies, English and second languages, health, physical education, and cultural arts. The candidate will learn specific ways to enhance content area learning, while increasing reading and writing abilities in their students. This course will require 15 hours of field experience in a middle and/or high school setting.
EDU 4020 - English as a Second Language and Second Language Literacy (3)
This course will explore language teaching approaches for second language learners. A variety of topics will be covered, including English for specific purposes and language skills for second language learners (e.g., listening, speaking, reading, writing, grammar, and vocabulary), recognizing and meeting the needs of Limited English Proficient (LEP) students, English instruction for linguistic minority groups, and skills for planning and implementing lessons in school for LEP students. The course will also focus on how English as a Second Language (ESL) programs accommodate students from diverse cultures and languages in the same class. Fifteen hours of field experience will be required in working with LEP/ESL students.
EDU 4030 - Literacy Assessment and Intervention (3)
This course explores various formal and informal diagnostic techniques for effective monitoring of student development in literacy. The course, which spans emergent through adolescent literacy, addresses diagnosis of difficulties in reading, implementation of corrective instruction, and prevention of literacy difficulties. Assessment strategies will be applied to children with reading difficulties and summarized in a written report. This course must be taken with EDU 4040 - Practicum in Literacy Assessment and Intervention (4).
EDU 4040 - Practicum in Literacy Assessment and Intervention (4)
This course, taken concurrently with EDU 4030 - Literacy Assessment and Intervention (3), provides an opportunity for candidates to apply assessment and intervention methods learned in EDU 4030. Candidates will be placed in classroom settings and work closely with one struggling reader or writer. Candidates will prepare a diagnostic report, which summarizes the reader’s background, results from various assessment measures, and recommendations for future instruction. Intervention plans will also be developed and implemented to address some of the reader’s difficulties. This course will require 6 hours per week of field experience in an elementary, middle, or high school setting.
This course is designed to address the importance of language and how it is inextricably bound to identity, both as an instrumental tool for communication and as a carrier of cultural values and attitudes. This course focuses on the socio-cultural and linguistic aspects that shape and influence students’ identity. This course helps teachers develop: 1) an awareness and sensitivity to work effectively with students with diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds and 2) a commitment to intervene in social injustice as a means to closing the achievement gap. Therefore, a strong emphasis on the content on cultural and linguistic diversity is a necessary prerequisite to preparing teachers to serve the needs of students whose first language is not English and who are from diverse cultural backgrounds.
EDU 4070 - English as a Second Language Practicum (4)
This course, taken concurrently with EDU 4020, provides an opportunity for candidates to apply assessment and instructional strategies learned in EDU
4020. Candidates will be placed in ESL classrooms or in classrooms in which there are ESL learners. Candidates will prepare and implement plans to assist individuals, small groups, and/or whole class of ESL learners. Candidates will assess and document the impact of their instruction on ESL student learning. Candidates will be expected to spend a minimum of two hours twice a week in the ESL practicum placement.
Prerequisites: Students must be admitted a full semester prior to student teaching. Corequisites: EDU 4200 Student Teaching. The following methods and materials courses are intended to give an understanding of the special teaching procedures and materials related to each of the special fields of teaching. These courses provide an understanding of teaching procedures, classroom management, reading skills, and effective teaching strategies and materials related to specialized subjects areas. These courses are components of the Senior Semester in Teacher Education for elementary, middle school, secondary, and specialty area majors. The student teacher completes the professional portfolio and participates in mock interviews and specialty area coaching sessions. Prerequisite to all methods courses are admission to the Teacher Education Program and an overall GPA of at least 2.5.
Prerequisites: Students must be admitted a full semester prior to student teaching. The following methods and materials courses are intended to give an understanding of the special teaching procedures and materials related to each of the special fields of teaching. These courses provide an understanding of teaching procedures, classroom management, reading skills, and effective teaching strategies and materials related to specialized subjects areas. These courses are components of the Senior Semester in Teacher Education for elementary, middle school, secondary, and specialty area majors. The student teacher completes the professional portfolio and participates in mock interviews and specialty area coaching sessions. Prerequisite to all methods courses are admission to the Teacher Education Program and an overall GPA of at least 2.5. Corequisites: EDU 4200 Student Teaching. This course, completed concurrently with EDU 4201, is an overview of methods of instruction and learning in preparation for teaching art in the public schools (i.e., teaching and learning theory; effective methodology; the selection, preparation, organization, and scheduling of course content; classroom management motivation, discipline, evaluation, and working with others). The student teacher completes the professional portfolio and participates in mock interviews.
EDU 4102 - Methods and Materials in Comprehensive Science (3)
Prerequisites: Students must be admitted a full semester prior to student teaching. The following methods and materials courses are intended to give an understanding of the special teaching procedures and materials related to each of the special fields of teaching. These courses provide an understanding of teaching procedures, classroom management, reading skills, and effective teaching strategies and materials related to specialized subjects areas. These courses are components of the Senior Semester in Teacher Education for elementary, middle school, secondary, and specialty area majors. The student teacher completes the professional portfolio and participates in mock interviews and specialty area coaching sessions. Prerequisite to all methods courses are admission to the Teacher Education Program and an overall GPA of at least 2.5. Corequisites: EDU 4200 Student Teaching. This course, completed concurrently with EDU 4202, is designed to provide students with a general knowledge of methods organization, selection of materials, and effective teaching procedures in the sciences (biology, chemistry, earth science, and physics). This course provides a survey of current issues in teaching science, effective teaching methods, classroom management techniques, and a review of philosophies of student discipline. The student teacher completes the professional portfolio and participates in mock interviews.
EDU 4103 - Methods and Materials in Dance Education (6)
Prerequisites: Admission to Teacher Education Program. This course is designed as a seminar to provide the Dance Education candidate with a forum for critical self-reflection and collaborative discussion of the application of theory to practice. The course is concurrent with the 15-week professional internship experience.
EDU 4106 - Methods and Materials in Dramatic Art (3)
Prerequisites: Students must be admitted a full semester prior to student teaching. The following methods and materials courses are intended to give an understanding of the special teaching procedures and materials related to each of the special fields of teaching. These courses provide an understanding of teaching procedures, classroom management, reading skills, and effective teaching strategies and materials related to specialized subjects areas. These courses are components of the Senior Semester in Teacher Education for elementary, middle school, secondary, and specialty area majors. The student teacher completes the professional portfolio and participates in mock interviews and specialty area coaching sessions. Prerequisite to all methods courses are admission to the Teacher Education Program and an overall GPA of at least 2.5. Corequisites: EDU 4200 Student Teaching. This course, completed concurrently with EDU 4206, is a survey of the materials and methods of teaching drama and oral communication in the school. This course provides a survey of current issues in teaching dramatic arts, effective teaching methods, classroom management techniques, and a review of philosophies of student discipline. The student teacher completes the professional portfolio and participates in mock interviews and specialty area coaching sessions. Attention is given to curriculum development and the management of related extracurricular dramatic activities.
Prerequisites: Students must be admitted a full semester prior to student teaching. The following methods and materials courses are intended to give an understanding of the special teaching procedures and materials related to each of the special fields of teaching. These courses provide an understanding of teaching procedures, classroom management, reading skills, and effective teaching strategies and materials related to specialized subjects areas. These courses are components of the Senior Semester in Teacher Education for elementary, middle school, secondary, and specialty area majors. The student teacher completes the professional portfolio and participates in mock interviews and specialty area coaching sessions. Prerequisite to all methods courses are admission to the Teacher Education Program and an overall GPA of at least 2.5. Corequisites: EDU 4200 Student Teaching. Completed concurrently with EDU 4207. This is a review of general teaching methods in middle grades education. This course provides a survey of current issues in the middle school, effective teaching methods, classroom management techniques, and a review of philosophies of student discipline. The student teacher completes the professional portfolio and participates in mock interviews.
Prerequisites: Students must be admitted a full semester prior to student teaching. The following methods and materials courses are intended to give an understanding of the special teaching procedures and materials related to each of the special fields of teaching. These courses provide an understanding of teaching procedures, classroom management, reading skills, and effective teaching strategies and materials related to specialized subjects areas. These courses are components of the Senior Semester in Teacher Education for elementary, middle school, secondary, and specialty area majors. The student teacher completes the professional portfolio and participates in mock interviews and specialty area coaching sessions. Prerequisite to all methods courses are admission to the Teacher Education Program and an overall GPA of at least 2.5. Corequisites: EDU 4200 Student Teaching. Completed concurrently with EDU 4208. A review of general teaching methods in elementary education, this course provides a survey of current issues in elementary education, effective teaching methods, classroom management techniques, and a review of philosophies of student discipline. The student teacher completes the professional portfolio and participates in mock interviews and specialty area coaching sessions.
Prerequisites: Students must be admitted a full semester prior to student teaching. The following methods and materials courses are intended to give an understanding of the special teaching procedures and materials related to each of the special fields of teaching. These courses provide an understanding of teaching procedures, classroom management, reading skills, and effective teaching strategies and materials related to specialized subjects areas. These courses are components of the Senior Semester in Teacher Education for elementary, middle school, secondary, and specialty area majors. The student teacher completes the professional portfolio and participates in mock interviews and specialty area coaching sessions. Prerequisite to all methods courses are admission to the Teacher Education Program and an overall GPA of at least 2.5. Corequisites: EDU 4200 Student Teaching. This course, completed concurrently with EDU 4209, is an examination of instructional strategies which provides opportunities to discuss, demonstrate, and evaluate a variety of methods in the teaching of English. The skills of reading, writing, speaking, and listening are reviewed to develop the ability to impart these skills to students. This course provides a survey of current issues in teaching English, effective teaching methods, classroom management techniques, and a review of philosophies of student discipline. The student teacher completes the professional portfolio and participates in mock interviews and specialty area coaching sessions.
EDU 4110 - Methods and Materials in Modern Foreign Languages (3)
Prerequisites: Students must be admitted a full semester prior to student teaching. The following methods and materials courses are intended to give an understanding of the special teaching procedures and materials related to each of the special fields of teaching. These courses provide an understanding of teaching procedures, classroom management, reading skills, and effective teaching strategies and materials related to specialized subjects areas. These courses are components of the Senior Semester in Teacher Education for elementary, middle school, secondary, and specialty area majors. The student teacher completes the professional portfolio and participates in mock interviews and specialty area coaching sessions. Prerequisite to all methods courses are admission to the Teacher Education Program and an overall GPA of at least 2.5. Corequisites: EDU 4200 Student Teaching. This is a competency-based course addressing current theory and widely accepted models and methods of second-language instruction for grades 9-12. It is a practice-centered course requiring demonstration of acquired knowledge in simulated and actual situations. Emphasis is placed on the North Carolina Public School Second-Language Curriculum and on developing the professional knowledge and skills necessary to teach in that curriculum.
EDU 4111 - Methods and Materials for Foreign Language in Elementary and Middle Schools/FLEMS (2)
Prerequisites: Students must be admitted a full semester prior to student teaching. The following methods and materials courses are intended to give an understanding of the special teaching procedures and materials related to each of the special fields of teaching. These courses provide an understanding of teaching procedures, classroom management, reading skills, and effective teaching strategies and materials related to specialized subjects areas. These courses are components of the Senior Semester in Teacher Education for elementary, middle school, secondary, and specialty area majors. The student teacher completes the professional portfolio and participates in mock interviews and specialty area coaching sessions. Prerequisite to all methods courses are admission to the Teacher Education Program and an overall GPA of at least 2.5. Corequisites: EDU 4210 or permission of Department. This is a competency-based course presenting theories, models, and practices of second-language teaching for kindergarten thorough middle grades. It incorporates knowledge of child development, language acquisition, and the school curriculum to promote skills in teaching and in material and program design. This course provides a survey of current issues in teaching foreign language, effective teaching methods, classroom management techniques, and a review of philosophies of student discipline. The student teacher completes the professional portfolio and participates in mock interviews.
EDU 4115 - Methods and Materials in Human Sciences (3)
Prerequisites: Students must be admitted a full semester prior to student teaching. The following methods and materials courses are intended to give an understanding of the special teaching procedures and materials related to each of the special fields of teaching. These courses provide an understanding of teaching procedures, classroom management, reading skills, and effective teaching strategies and materials related to specialized subjects areas. These courses are components of the Senior Semester in Teacher Education for elementary, middle school, secondary, and specialty area majors. The student teacher completes the professional portfolio and participates in mock interviews and specialty area coaching sessions. Prerequisite to all methods courses are admission to the Teacher Education Program and an overall GPA of at least 2.5. Corequisites: EDU 4200 Student Teaching. This course, completed concurrently with EDU 4215, is an examination of skills used in applying principles of curriculum development, knowledge of adolescents, and social trends to instructional planning. Emphasis is on meeting individual needs of learners through selection and structuring of objectives, content, and learning experiences. This course provides a survey of current issues in teaching human sciences, effective teaching methods, classroom management techniques, and a review of philosophies of student discipline. The student teacher completes the professional portfolio and participates in mock interviews.
EDU 4117 - Methods and Materials in Mathematics (3)
Prerequisites: Students must be admitted a full semester prior to student teaching. The following methods and materials courses are intended to give an understanding of the special teaching procedures and materials related to each of the special fields of teaching. These courses provide an understanding of teaching procedures, classroom management, reading skills, and effective teaching strategies and materials related to specialized subjects areas. These courses are components of the Senior Semester in Teacher Education for elementary, middle school, secondary, and specialty area majors. The student teacher completes the professional portfolio and participates in mock interviews and specialty area coaching sessions. Prerequisite to all methods courses are admission to the Teacher Education Program and an overall GPA of at least 2.5. Corequisites: EDU 4200 Student Teaching. This course, completed concurrently with EDU 4217, is an overview of various methods of teaching mathematics. Textbooks as well as standardized tests and teacher-made tests are discussed. Special attention is given to the material in the current issues of The Mathematics Teacher and the Yearbook of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics. This course provides a survey of effective teaching methods in mathematics, classroom management techniques, and a review of philosophies of student discipline. The student teacher completes the professional portfolio and participates in mock interviews.
Prerequisites: Students must be admitted a full semester prior to student teaching. The following methods and materials courses are intended to give an understanding of the special teaching procedures and materials related to each of the special fields of teaching. These courses provide an understanding of teaching procedures, classroom management, reading skills, and effective teaching strategies and materials related to specialized subjects areas. These courses are components of the Senior Semester in Teacher Education for elementary, middle school, secondary, and specialty area majors. The student teacher completes the professional portfolio and participates in mock interviews and specialty area coaching sessions. Prerequisite to all methods courses are admission to the Teacher Education Program and an overall GPA of at least 2.5. Corequisites: EDU 4200 Student Teaching. This course, completed concurrently with EDU 4218, is a study of methods and materials used in teaching the various music subjects and activities in public schools. The principles of music education, its problems, and the more frequently used evaluation procedures are also studied. This course provides a survey of current issues in teaching music, effective teaching methods, classroom management techniques, and a review of philosophies of student discipline. The student teacher completes the professional portfolio and participates in mock interviews.
EDU 4121 - Methods and Materials in Physical Education (6)
Prerequisites: Students must be admitted a full semester prior to student teaching. The following methods and materials courses are intended to give an understanding of the special teaching procedures and materials related to each of the special fields of teaching. These courses provide an understanding of teaching procedures, classroom management, reading skills, and effective teaching strategies and materials related to specialized subjects areas. These courses are components of the Senior Semester in Teacher Education for elementary, middle school, secondary, and specialty area majors. The student teacher completes the professional portfolio and participates in mock interviews and specialty area coaching sessions. Prerequisite to all methods courses are admission to the Teacher Education Program and an overall GPA of at least 2.5. Corequisites: EDU 4200 Student Teaching. This course, completed concurrently with EDU 4221, is a study of the selection, organization, and presentation of materials and the study of various necessary methods. Practical teaching and activity situations are provided to determine means of improving teaching techniques. This course provides a survey of current issues in teaching physical education, effective teaching methods, classroom management techniques, and a review of philosophies of student discipline. The student teacher completes the professional portfolio and participates in mock interviews.
EDU 4126 - Methods and Materials in Social Sciences (3)
Prerequisites: Students must be admitted a full semester prior to student teaching. The following methods and materials courses are intended to give an understanding of the special teaching procedures and materials related to each of the special fields of teaching. These courses provide an understanding of teaching procedures, classroom management, reading skills, and effective teaching strategies and materials related to specialized subjects areas. These courses are components of the Senior Semester in Teacher Education for elementary, middle school, secondary, and specialty area majors. The student teacher completes the professional portfolio and participates in mock interviews and specialty area coaching sessions. Prerequisite to all methods courses are admission to the Teacher Education Program and an overall GPA of at least 2.5. Corequisites: EDU 4226 or permission of the department. The techniques of social science instruction in high school are considered. Special emphasis is placed on the utilization of resources. This course provides a survey of current issues in teaching social sciences in high school, effective teaching methods, classroom management techniques, and a review of philosophies of student discipline. The student teacher completes the professional portfolio and participates in mock interviews.
EDU 4141 - Methods and Materials in Library Science (3)
Prerequisites: Students must be admitted a full semester prior to student teaching. The following methods and materials courses are intended to give an understanding of the special teaching procedures and materials related to each of the special fields of teaching. These courses provide an understanding of teaching procedures, classroom management, reading skills, and effective teaching strategies and materials related to specialized subjects areas. These courses are components of the Senior Semester in Teacher Education for elementary, middle school, secondary, and specialty area majors. The student teacher completes the professional portfolio and participates in mock interviews and specialty area coaching sessions. Prerequisite to all methods courses are admission to the Teacher Education Program and an overall GPA of at least 2.5. Corequisites: EDU 4200 Student Teaching. This is an overview of techniques and materials essential for the operation and management of a school library as a materials center and knowledge of methods and materials used in the teaching of library lessons.
Prerequisites: Students must be admitted to the Teacher Education Program a full semester prior to student teaching. Corequisites: Co-requisite: EDU 4100 and a grade point average of 2.5 or better in the field in which licensure is sought. The Directed Teaching component of the Senior Semester is intended to provide opportunities for the student to practice teaching under direct supervision. These courses are components of the second semester senior internship in Teacher Education.
Prerequisites: Students must be admitted to the Teacher Education Program a full semester prior to student teaching. Corequisites: EDU 4100 and a grade point average of 2.5 or better in the field in which licensure is sought. The Directed Teaching component of the Senior Semester is intended to provide opportunities for the student to practice teaching under direct supervision. These courses are components of the second semester senior internship in Teacher Education.
EDU 4202 - Directed Teaching of Comprehensive Science (3)
Prerequisites: Students must be admitted to the Teacher Education Program a full semester prior to student teaching. Corequisites: EDU 4100 and a grade point average of 2.5 or better in the field in which licensure is sought. The Directed Teaching component of the Senior Semester is intended to provide opportunities for the student to practice teaching under direct supervision. These courses are components of the second semester senior internship in Teacher Education.
EDU 4203 - Directed Teaching in Dance Education (6)
Prerequisites: Admission to Teacher Education. This course is designed to provide the professional Dance Education candidate with a 15-week period of professional experience under the supervision of a licensed dance teacher in the public school system. The internship provides the teacher candidate an opportunity to apply theory to practice, to implement and evaluate decision-making skills, and to appraise his/her potential as a dance teacher. Both an elementary-level and secondary-level internship placement are required.
Prerequisites: Students must be admitted to the Teacher Education Program a full semester prior to student teaching. Corequisites: EDU 4100 and a grade point average of 2.5 or better in the field in which licensure is sought. The Directed Teaching component of the Senior Semester is intended to provide opportunities for the student to practice teaching under direct supervision. These courses are components of the second semester senior internship in Teacher Education.
Prerequisites: Students must be admitted to the Teacher Education Program a full semester prior to student teaching. Corequisites: EDU 4100 and a grade point average of 2.5 or better in the field in which licensure is sought. The Directed Teaching component of the Senior Semester is intended to provide opportunities for the student to practice teaching under direct supervision. These courses are components of the second semester senior internship in Teacher Education.
EDU 4208 - Directed Teaching of Elementary Education (6)
Prerequisites: Students must be admitted to the Teacher Education Program a full semester prior to student teaching. Corequisites: EDU 4100 and a grade point average of 2.5 or better in the field in which licensure is sought. The Directed Teaching component of the Senior Semester is intended to provide opportunities for the student to practice teaching under direct supervision. These courses are components of the second semester senior internship in Teacher Education.
Prerequisites: Students must be admitted to the Teacher Education Program a full semester prior to student teaching. Corequisites: EDU 4100 and a grade point average of 2.5 or better in the field in which licensure is sought. The Directed Teaching component of the Senior Semester is intended to provide opportunities for the student to practice teaching under direct supervision. These courses are components of the second semester senior internship in Teacher Education.
EDU 4210 - Directed Teaching of Modern Foreign Languages (6)
Prerequisites: Students must be admitted to the Teacher Education Program a full semester prior to student teaching. Corequisites: EDU 4100 and a grade point average of 2.5 or better in the field in which licensure is sought. The Directed Teaching component of the Senior Semester is intended to provide opportunities for the student to practice teaching under direct supervision. These courses are components of the second semester senior internship in Teacher Education.
EDU 4215 - Directed Teaching of Human Sciences (6)
Prerequisites: Students must be admitted to the Teacher Education Program a full semester prior to student teaching. Corequisites: EDU 4100 and a grade point average of 2.5 or better in the field in which licensure is sought. The Directed Teaching component of the Senior Semester is intended to provide opportunities for the student to practice teaching under direct supervision. These courses are components of the second semester senior internship in Teacher Education.
Prerequisites: Students must be admitted to the Teacher Education Program a full semester prior to student teaching. Corequisites: EDU 4100 and a grade point average of 2.5 or better in the field in which licensure is sought. The Directed Teaching component of the Senior Semester is intended to provide opportunities for the student to practice teaching under direct supervision. These courses are components of the second semester senior internship in Teacher Education.
Prerequisites: Students must be admitted to the Teacher Education Program a full semester prior to student teaching. Corequisites: EDU 4100 and a grade point average of 2.5 or better in the field in which licensure is sought. The Directed Teaching component of the Senior Semester is intended to provide opportunities for the student to practice teaching under direct supervision. These courses are components of the second semester senior internship in Teacher Education.
EDU 4221 - Directed Teaching of Physical Education (6)
Prerequisites: Students must be admitted to the Teacher Education Program a full semester prior to student teaching. Corequisites: EDU 4100 and a grade point average of 2.5 or better in the field in which licensure is sought. The Directed Teaching component of the Senior Semester is intended to provide opportunities for the student to practice teaching under direct supervision. These courses are components of the second semester senior internship in Teacher Education.
EDU 4226 - Directed Teaching of Social Sciences (6)
Prerequisites: Students must be admitted to the Teacher Education Program a full semester prior to student teaching. Corequisites: EDU 4100 and a grade point average of 2.5 or better in the field in which licensure is sought. The Directed Teaching component of the Senior Semester is intended to provide opportunities for the student to practice teaching under direct supervision. These courses are components of the second semester senior internship in Teacher Education.