For those who work with students as tutors, scribes or note takers. The course will identify new methods and approaches to tutoring. It will include qualities, goals, strategies and implementation guidelines for the development of an effective tutoring relationship. One lecture.
The philosophy, methods, techniques and materials employed in teaching of basic reading to the non-reader using the Laubach system of reading. One lecture.
Prepares literacy tutors to teach English to speakers of other languages. Trainees learn how to use the Laubach literacy materials designed to teach adults basic English literacy skills. Prerequisite: EDU 102. One lecture.
An overview of the major philosophies in reading and the approaches that accompany them. Strengths and weaknesses of language experience, phonetic and linguistic approaches reviewed. Includes components of a reading program, suitability to area needs and modifications to meet needs. One-half lecture; one lab.
Methods of establishing and promoting sound relationships with children on an individual basis. Techniques include active listening, cooperative planning, the art of constructive criticism, offering choices, enhanced self-esteem, improving self-concept, dealing with problems, and promoting social and emotional growth. One-half lecture; one lab.
The teacher's role in setting up a management system for a healthy learning environment. Techniques in discipline and child management. One-half lecture; one lab.
Methods and activities for assisting in the instruction of physical education in the elementary school. One-half lecture; one lab.
Methods and materials used in teaching the fundamental principles of writing. Topics include: the writing process, reading, speaking, thinking, paragraphs, poetry, usage, punctuation, spelling and capitalization. One-half lecture; one lab.
Materials and methods used in teaching elementary school math, including easy to make materials and remedial math tutorial techniques to be used individually or in small groups. One-half lecture; one lab.
Methods and materials used for assisting in teaching elementary school science. One-half lecture; one lab.
Methods and materials used for assisting in teaching elementary school social studies. One-half lecture; one lab.
Methods and materials used in elementary school music programs. Includes songs, dances and rhythm activities. One-half lecture; one lab.
Course defines the reading process, reviews learning to read from the readiness stage through fluent reading. Includes bilingual problems, major approaches. Emphasis on developing language and reading in the bilingual setting and methods to enhance learning. One-half lecture; one lab.
Methods and materials used in teaching elementary school art. One-half lecture; one lab.
Development of ideas for bulletin boards and classroom decorations for holidays, special occasions and specific academic subjects. One-half lecture; one lab.
Surveys the field of education. Historical development, the requirements for admission into teaching, approaches and theory, problems of teachers, organization and administration, ethical and legal aspects and foundations of education are examined. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. Three lecture.
An overview of responsibilities and methods for substitute teaching K through 12 classrooms. Three lecture.
An orientation to working as a technical assistant to an occupational/physical therapist in the school setting. Three lecture.
An orientation to working as a technical assistant to a speech therapist in the school setting. Three lecture.
Designed for teachers focusing on the well-managed classroom including: developmentally appropriate practices for toddlers through school age children, effective lesson planning, classroom procedures, positive guidance practices, supporting the learning and involvement of special needs children with strategies for building relationships with families. Three lecture.
An introduction to the community college, an institution unique to the United States. Study will include the history, philosophy and future of community colleges. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. Three lecture.
Students receive instruction in the philosophy, methods, techniques and materials employed to teach basic literacy. Students then practice and develop their teaching skills by tutoring in a community literacy program or educational institution. Prerequisite: Instructor permission. One lecture; four lab.
Students enhance their tutoring skills through a continuation of Practicum I. Prerequisite: EDU 210. One lecture; four lab.
Combines the knowledge acquired in mentor training with the concepts and practices of being a mentor. The student will work 60 hours during the term one-to-one with a young person aged 4-18. Prerequisite: prescreening by the instructor. Two lecture; four lab.
A continuation of Mentoring Practicum I. The student may work with a new individual or the same one as in EDU 214. Prerequisite: EDU 214. Two lecture; four lab.
An introduction to multicultural education and the various forms of human diversity found in classrooms, schools and communities. Emphasis on the role of stereotyping and prejudice as they affect teachers/learners. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. Three lecture.
The history, practices, advances, problems and challenges of the special education field, from birth to adulthood. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. Three lecture.
Presentation of classroom observation skills to identify effective teaching practices. Eight areas related to positive learning outcomes include: learning climate, classroom management, lesson clarity, instructional variety, task orientation, student engagement, student success, and higher thought processes. Prepares pre-service teachers for classroom observation assignments in conjunction with the core EDU courses. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment with EDU 200. One lecture.
Emphasizes application of critical inquiry skills to varied and challenging reading materials. Includes analysis, synthesis, and evaluation through written discourse. Prerequisite: ENL 101 . Three lecture.
Overview of research, curricular content, and instructional practices associated with Research Based Systematic Phonics Instruction (RBSPI) and other methods for teaching reading. Emphasis on methods mandated by Arizona legislation. Three lecture.
Focus on the study and application of psychological principles, theories, and methodologies related to teaching and learning. Current trends and Arizona State Board of Education professional teaching standards covered; includes 10 hours field experience. Prerequisite: PSY 101 or instructor permission. Three lecture.
Review of basic ideas about teaching and current practices and new instructional strategies and techniques. Participants encouraged to address different learning domains -- psychomotor, cognitive, and affective. Two lecture.
Classroom management techniques, discipline models, student behavior and misbehavior, group dynamics, student self-motivation and learning styles. Arizona State Board of Education professional teaching standards emphasized; includes 20 hours field experience. Prerequisites: Satisfactory placement. Three lecture.
Rationale for and current educational and legal issues for English Language Learners (ELL). Comparison and evaluation of various types of language educational models including Structured English Immersion (SEI), English as a Second Languare (ESL) and bilingual education. Applies toward requirements for provisional ELL endorsement. Three lecture.
Emphasis on understanding English Language Learners (ELL) in the mainstream classroom. Brief history, culture, theory, methods, and introduction to both the English Language Proficiency (ELP) standards and the Arizona Structured English Language Proficiency (SELP) test covered. Includes review of alternative methods of assessment. Prerequisite: Must possess current AZ teaching certification. One lecture.
Methods of developing and analyzing lesson plans in all content areas using English Language Learners (ELL) standards. Emphasis on components of curriculum content, teaching strategies, development/evaluation/adaption of teaching materials, and the role of culture in learning. Examines the alignment of ELL proficiency standards to the Arizona Languare Arts Academic Standards. Prerequisite: Provisional or standards elementary, secondary, or special education teaching certificate and successful completion of EDU 281 or permission of department. Course note: EDU 282 incorporates curricular framework for the 45-clock hour requirement for SEI endorsement through the Arizona Department of Education. Three lecture.
Review of children's literature from a variety of world cultures, including application of literary criteria to folk and modern literature for children. Elementary curriculum supported and developed through literature. Prerequisite: ENL 101 and ENL 102. Three lecture.
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