Education

Division of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Faculty: Julie Dick, Jillian Scanlon

Academic Programs

Courses

EDUC 1010: Introduction to the Foundations of Education

Class Program
Education
Credits 3
The aims of public education in our society; philosophical, historical, economic, political and social bases of our educational system. Current trends in education; popular myths about the teaching profession; roles, responsibilities, problems and concerns of teachers. Field observation. Prerequisites: Eligible to enroll in ENGL 1010.
Semester Offered
fall/spring

EDUC 1560: Special Education and the Inclusive Classroom

Class Program
Education
Credits 3

Examines the nature of inclusive classrooms, with a focus on students with exceptionalities. Describes education programming and strategies for serving students with special needs. 15 hours of field observation required. Prerequisite: Eligible to enroll in ENGL 1010.

Semester Offered
As Needed
General Education Areas
Critical Think and Reasoning; Natural Science Reason Gen Ed

EDUC 1960: Fieldwork & Seminar in Education

Class Program
Education
Credits 3
Entry-level field course enables pre-service teachers to work with learners in today's classroom. By interacting individually with students, pre-service teachers will observe and analyze basic patterns of teaching and learning. Fieldwork (100 hours)/seminar. Prerequisite: EDUC 1010 and EDUC 2040 or EDUC 1560 with a grade of C or higher.
Semester Offered
fall/spring

EDUC 2040: Teaching in Diverse Classroom

Class Program
Education
Credits 3
Intended for prospective teachers of grades Pre-K through 12, focus is on the pedagogical needs of diverse student populations. Provides a background in special education, bilingualism, multiculturalism and diversity, and explores instructional strategies appropriate to the needs of all students. Field observation required. Prerequisite: EDUC 1010 or ECED 1110.
Semester Offered
fall/spring

EDUC 2050: Schools and Society

Class Program
Education
Credits 3
Examines the historical, cultural, philosophical, ethical, and practical foundations influencing education in the United States. The significance of social differences in regard to class, culture, race/ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and religion will be examined. Controversial educational issues will be explored and a personal philosophy of education will be formulated. Writing in content area. Upper-level course. Intended for education students. 15 hours field observation. Prerequisite: EDUC 1010, EDUC 2040 and ENGL 1010.
Semester Offered
As Needed