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EDUCATIONAL STUDIES COURSES

The following courses are designed for students who wish to investigate the social, political and economic functions of education, as well as issues and debates related to education. These courses may not be substituted for the required professional education courses for elementary or secondary teaching.

EDUC 240. Today's Education: Issues and Trends (1 course)

Examination of the education process and its bilateral relationship on society in both historical and sociological terms. Attitudes and values developed as a result of research in both education and sociology are stressed. May not be taken Pass-Fail. Satisfies a Group 2 requirement.

EDUC 300G. Multicultural Education (1 course)

Explores the cultural foundations of American education and examines the challenge to the schooling process, presented by cultural diversity. Focuses on the existing definitions of knowledge, learning, cultural assimilation, the distribution of power and academic achievement. This course is designed for non-majors. May not be taken Pass-Fail.

EDUC 320. Education and Social Change (1 course)

Examines issues related to the school's function as a catalyst for social change. Analyzes the school's role in the reformation of society and formation of attitudes and behaviors, and determination of outcomes. May not be taken Pass-Fail.

EDUC 362. Education Reform (1 course)

Investigates the educational reports, agendas, initiatives and debates that have had an impact on American schools since 1978. The course involves the critical analysis of present school systems, as well as the changes expected from reform proposals. May not be taken Pass-Fail.

EDUC 380. Comparative Education (1 course)

A socio-cultural comparative view of education in different social contexts. The course investigates the impact of economic, social, cultural and political factors upon schooling in Asia, Europe, Africa and the Americas. Prerequisite: it is strongly advised that students have taken EDUC 240 or a course in sociology and anthropology, economics, political science or geography. May not be taken Pass-Fail.

EDUC 440. Motor Development and Adapted Physical Education (1/2-1 course)

Study of conditions which require physical education programs to be adapted to meet special needs of handicapped individuals. Conditions to be studied include body mechanics problems, mental deviancy, neurological disorders, orthopedic deviations, organic conditions, sensory impairments, behavior problems and others. Not open to students with credit in HPP 440.

PROFESSIONAL STUDIES COURSES

The following courses are primarily open to students preparing to teach either in the elementary or secondary schools. Students who wish to take courses for exploratory purposes should consult with the education department chair.

EDUC 150. Introduction to Education (1/2 course) (discontinued Fall 2000)

Introduces the student to teaching as a profession. Emphasis placed upon teacher/student relationships, role of the teacher in the school, and upon the individual's examination and refinement of personal attitudes and skills. Field experiences are required for all students. May not be taken Pass-Fail.

EDUC 170. Foundations of the Educational Process with Field Experience (1 credit)

This course establishes a liberal arts foundation for teacher preparation with an emphasis in community/school relationships. This course is a study of major points of view in contemporary American education and those knowledge bases which influence educational decisions. Philosophical, historical and sociological foundations are examined as based for present and future systems. Field experience is required and students should register for lab time concurrently. Students register for EDUC 170 and EDUC 180 concurrently. May not be taken Pass/Fail.

EDUC 180. Multicultural Education (1/2 credit)

Explores the cultural foundations of American education and examines the challenge to the schooling process, presented by cultural diversity. Focuses on the existing definitions of knowledge, learning, cultural assimilation, the distribution of power and academic achievement. Field experience is required. Students register for EDUC 170 and EDUC 180 concurrently. May not be taken Pass/Fail.

EDUC 222. Educational Psychology with Field Research (1 course)

Provides students in the middle childhood and adolescent development levels of teaching with an understanding of the principles of psychology as they apply to education. Projects and discussions focus on the application of such topics as: human development, learning, instruction, student differences, motivation, evaluation and management. Field experience is required and students should sign up for a field experience lab concurrently. Certification students enroll in EDUC 230 concurrently. May not be taken Pass-Fail.

EDUC 230. Introduction to Exceptional Children (1/2 course)

Explores exceptionality in children with high intellectual ability, low intellectual ability, sensory impairment, social maladjustment and emotional disturbance. Stresses adjustment of children, parents and educators to exceptionality. Certification students enroll in EDUC 222 concurrently. Field experience is required. May not be taken Pass-Fail.

EDUC 250. Language Arts (1/2 course) (discontinued Fall 2000)

An overview of listening, speaking and writing skills with emphasis upon developmental stages from the preschool years through the elementary school. Students investigate materials and instructional and diagnostic techniques. Laboratory and field experiences required. Required for Elementary Education majors. May not be taken Pass-Fail.

EDUC 260. Elementary Curriculum, Methods and Materials (1/2 course) (discontinued Fall 2000)

Overview of the elementary school curriculum and organization for instruction. Incorporates learning theory research on effective instruction and thinking strategies. Includes curriculum development and evaluation, teaching strategies, techniques and materials are explored. Required for Elementary Education majors and all grade certification. One section offered will focus on the science area in elementary curriculum development and instruction. Laboratory and field experiences are required. May not be taken Pass-Fail.

EDUC 270. The Junior High/Middle School Curriculum (1/2 course)

Different concepts of organization and structure for middle school curriculum are presented with emphasis upon evaluation, philosophy of curriculum design, articulation within the overall school program and the teacher as change agent. Field experiences required. Required for junior high and middle school additions to elementary and secondary teaching certification. May not be taken Pass-Fail.

EDUC 275-276. Field Experiences (1/4-1/2 course each semester) (discontinued Fall 2000)

A cumulative approach that relates theory to practice. In cooperation with public school personnel, students have early experiences in elementary and secondary classrooms. Secondary certification students enroll in EDUC 275 or 276 along with EDUC 330. May not be taken Pass-Fail.

EDUC 290. Technology in Instruction (1/2-1 course) (discontinued Fall 2000)

Application of technology in educational settings. The course provides experience with information technology. Selection, implementation and organization is stressed. Students explore the issues and ethics of technology in the Information Age. May not be taken pass-fail.

EDUC 292. Children's Literature (1 course)

An examination of children's literature attending to its history, canon and audience - both children and adults - and to selected topics such as storytelling and censorship. Establishing criteria for several genres, students read widely to judge poetry, realistic fiction, picture books, fantasy, etc., and to compile bibliographies. May not be counted toward a major in English. Offered second semester.

EDUC 300P. Multicultural Education (1/2 course) (discontinued Fall 2000)

See description under Educational Studies Courses. This section is for students preparing to teach. May not be taken Pass-Fail.

EDUC 302. Developmental Literacy and Language Methods (1 course) (discontinued Fall 2000)

Integrates modern theories and current research on the teaching of reading. Includes metacognitive strategies, whole language approach, comprehension and word attack skills. Emphasizes effective teaching strategies, study skills, content area reading and authentic assessment. Prerequisite: one education course. EDUC 222 is recommended prior to taking EDUC 302. Required for Elementary Education majors. May not be taken Pass-Fail.

EDUC 310. Curriculum and Instruction I with Field Experience (2 courses)

The emphasis of this course is educating the liberal arts student to teach elementary students via methodology of instruction in language processes, social studies, and health with an emphasis on technology, classroom management, curriculum development, pedagogy and assessment in early and middle childhood classrooms. Participation and performance in the field experience components of EDUC 310 and EDUC 315 should demonstrate knowledge of those content areas, professional strategies, and dispositions of the professional teacher which will be reviewed prior to entry into the Student Teaching experience. Prerequisites: EDUC 170, 180, 222 and 230. Field experience is required and students should register for field experience lab time concurrently. May be taken first or second semester. May not be taken Pass/Fail.

EDUC 315. Curriculum and Instruction II with Field Experience (2 courses)

The emphasis of this course is educating the liberal arts student to teach elementary students via methodology of instruction in reading/literature, math and science with an emphasis on technology, classroom management, curriculum development, pedagogy, and assessment in early and middle childhood classrooms. Participation and performance in the field experience components of EDUC 310 and EDUC 315 should demonstrate knowledge of those content areas, professional strategies, and dispositions of the professional teacher which will be reviewed prior to entry into the Student Teaching experience. Prerequisites: EDUC 170, 180, 222 and 230. Field experience is required and students should register for field experience lab time concurrently. May be taken first or second semester. May not be taken Pass/Fail.

EDUC 330. Secondary Methods (1/2 course) (discontinued Fall 2000)

Prepares students with a study of teaching strategies and methodology as they relate to different teaching roles. Includes study and practice of the techniques to improve instructional methods. Includes curriculum and organization of secondary schools with an emphasis on individualized, interdisciplinary and cross cultural approaches. Required for secondary certification. Must be taken in conjunction with EDUC 275-276. May not be taken Pass-Fail.

EDUC 335. Methods and Management: AYA (Adolescence and Young Adulthood)/EAG (Early Adolescence Generalist)   (1 course)

Provides students with a broad overview of the functions, roles and responsibilities of today's secondary school teacher, with a strong emphasis on the instructional role. The research based on effective teaching provides the theoretical framework for studying teacher decision making, planning for instruction, instructional strategies, teacher questioning skills and assessment methods. Peer teaching sessions allow students to plan, implement, assess and reflect on their teaching.  Prerequisites: EDUC 170, 180, 222 and 230. Required for adolescent developmental level certification. Students take EDUC 375 concurrently. May not be taken Pass/Fail.

EDUC 340. Literacy Curriculum: AYA/EAG (Adolescence and Young Adulthood/Earl Adolescence Generalist) (1 course)

Provides students with theoretical and practical foundations of literacy in content areas and principles of the nature of curriculum development in middle and upper grades. Focuses on the role of the teacher as facilitator and includes application of issues, practices, thinking and learning. Field experience provides practice of principles and strategies compatible with grade level.

EDUC 350. Education Process (1/2-1 course)

Study of education as it interacts with and reacts to societal change, the impact of education upon our culture and the nature of educational growth. Education is considered within the dynamics of social change.May not be taken Pass-Fail.

EDUC 360. The Elementary Teacher (1/2 course) (discontinued Fall 2000)

A pre-student teaching study of teacher constructs, values and rationales relevant to elementary education. Attention given to the affective domain and to individual and group processes of teaching with special attention given to children with physical or mental health problems. Motivation and awareness examined as they relate to basic understanding and self actualization. Included: activities that develop skills in applying teaching methodology in supervised laboratory experiences. Prerequisite: one course in Education.

EDUC 370. The Middle School (1 course)

Emergence and development of the middle school historically and conceptually. An integration of three basic middle school components: 1) The sociology of education with emphasis upon ethnic differences and minority groups as they affect teaching in the middle school; 2) special methods for middle school/junior high school teaching; and 3) organization for instruction with emphasis on measurement, instructional media, individualization and interdisciplinary learning. Required for junior high/middle school additions to elementary and secondary teaching certification. Field experience required. May not be taken Pass-Fail.

EDUC 375. Field Experience --AYA (adolescent young adult)/EA (early adolescent)        (1/2 course)

A cumulative approach that relates theory to practice. In cooperation with public school personnel, students have educational experiences in adolescent developmental level settings. Students register for EDUC 335 concurrently. May not be taken Pass/Fail.

EDUC 402. Corrective Literacy and Language Methods (1 course) (discontinued Fall 2000)

Provides for the analysis, diagnosis, prescription and correction of reading problems that can be aided by the regular classroom teacher through study and application of appropriate procedures, materials and evaluative devices. Measurement and evaluation techniques and concepts included. Current research in reading is emphasized. Clinical experience required. Prerequisite: EDUC 222, 302. Required for elementary education major. May not be taken Pass-Fail.

EDUC 411-412. Directed Study (1/2-1 course each semester)

Independent study. Prerequisite: by permission of instructor.

EDUC 425-426. Projects in Education (1/2-1 course each semester)

A systematic exploration of projects reflecting issues and concerns in education. Focuses upon students in collaboration with faculty using research, application, adaptation and implementation. May be offered with a specific research topic. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. May not be taken Pass-Fail.

EDUC 430. Senior Seminar (1 course)

A. Middle Childhood Developmental Level B. Adolescent Developmental Level. A seminar stressing a professional examination of principles of classroom management, legal rights and responsibilities, certification, accountability and current issues in education. Activities relate research and theory to practical problems faced in the field. An emphasis is placed upon the individual's examination and refinement of personal attitudes and teaching skills. Students will participate in a final exhibition which involves a formal presentation of personal growth and competence via the electronic portfolio process. Prerequisite for middle childhood developmental level student teachers: EDUC 310 and 320. Prerequisite for adolescent developmental level student teachers: EDUC 335,340,375 and content area special methods. Offered each semester. Students enroll in EDUC 450A or EDUC 450B concurrently. May not be taken Pass/Fail.

EDUC 450. Student Teaching (discontinued Fall 2000) (1&1/2-2 courses)

A. Elementary; B. Secondary. A 10-week, full-time teaching experience is required. The student must allow time for conferences with the supervising teacher and the college supervisor. Prerequisite for elementary student teachers: EDUC 150, 222, 230, 250, 260, 300P and 302. Prerequisite for secondary student teachers: EDUC 150, 222, 275 or 276, 300P, 330 and 340. Students may not enroll in student teaching if their cumulative GPA is less than 2.5; they also must be formally admitted to the Teacher Education Program. The education department chair may waive this rule in exceptional cases. Application is made through the director of Student Teaching during the preceding semester and signature of the instructor is a prerequisite for both elementary and secondary candidates. Offered each semester. No more than two courses in student teaching may be applied toward the bachelor's degree. May not be taken Pass-Fail.

EDUC 450. Student Teaching (2 courses)

A. Early and Middle Childhood Developmental Level B. Early Adolescence and Adolescent Young Adult Developmental Levels. A 14-week, full-time teaching experience is required. The student must allow time for conferences with the supervising teacher and college supervisor. Prerequisite for middle childhood developmental level student teachers: EDUC 310 and 320. Prerequisite for adolescent developmental level student teachers: EDUC 335,340,375 and content area special methods. Students may not enroll in student teaching if their cumulative GPA is less than 2.5; they also must be formally admitted to the Teacher Education Program via the INTASC portfolio process. The education department chair may waive this rule in exceptional cases. Application is made through the Director of Elementary or Secondary Education Student Teaching one full year in advance of the student teaching semester and signature of the instructor is a prerequisite for middle childhood and adolescent developmental level teaching candidates. Offered each semester. Students enroll in EDUC 430A or EDUC 430B concurrently. May not be taken Pass/Fail.

EDUC 470. Classroom Management Seminar (discontinued Fall 2000) (1 course)

A. Elementary; B. Secondary. Classroom management is a seminar based upon the investigation of research on effective teaching. Includes organization and management of classroom procedures, group processes and legal rights and responsibilities of students and teachers. Emphasizes ethnic and minority awareness in multicultural settings and in the curriculum. Strategies are explored for working with disabled students. The course starts before the student teaching period and concludes in those weeks after student teaching. Students will give a presentation and defend their thesis statements. Students register for EDUC 450, EDUC 470 and EDUC 480 concurrently. Elementary education students register for 470A; secondary education students register for 470B. May not be taken Pass-Fail.

EDUC 471-472. Practicum (1/2-1 course each semester)

Experience in the investigation of a particular area of education through a selected clinical setting. Students meet regularly with faculty in the education department. Designed for additional certification in an area of specialization. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Required for junior high/middle school additions to elementary and secondary teaching certification. May not be taken Pass-Fail.

EDUC 480. Foundations of Education (1 course) (discontinued Fall 2000)

A study of major points of view in contemporary American education and those knowledge bases which influence educational decisions. Philosophical, historical and sociological foundations are examined as bases for present and future systems. Students register for EDUC 450, EDUC 470 and EDUC 480 concurrently. May not be taken Pass-Fail.

EXPERIMENTAL COURSE

(offered first semester 1996-97)

This course establishes in the class a model of a learning community; works with the students to help them determine the values they bring to the class; helps students learn to assess the values presently taught in our schools and to learn how these values are taught; encourages the students to ask what values should be taught in our schools; and helps our students engage the issues of teaching a universe value structure in a pluralistic society.

GRADUATE LEVEL COURSES

Offered for continuing education. DePauw University does not have a graduate degree program. Courses normally would be offered during the summer when the undergraduate program is not in session.

EDUC 554. The Supervisory Process (1/2-3/4-1 course)

Suitable for student teaching supervisors, mentors and school administrators. Includes strategies for inducting beginning teachers into the profession. Emphasis is placed upon observation, development, evaluation and communication.

EDUC 590. Selected Topics (1/2-3/4-1 course)

May be repeated for credit with different topics.

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