ED 200 Assessment Center
Assessment of teaching skills and aptitude. Students participate in a series of simulations that are designed to uncover professional strengths and weaknesses. Remediation sessions target areas that will strengthen the teacher candidate’s preparation program. 3 credits

ED 203 Foundations and Psychology of Education for Health Care Professionals
An overview of the historical, philosophical, and psychological basis of the teaching learning process as it relates to the school nurse. A field experience in a regular education classroom is required. 3 credits

ED 252 Computers in Education
This class prepares educators to use, evaluate, and integrate a variety of computer-based programs into the classroom. Students will gain experience with microcomputers by reviewing the research, exploring software design features, completing activities using the computer, designing a computer program, and utilizing the World Wide Web. 3 credits

ED 258 Foundations of Education
An introductory professional course that is designed to present an overview of the historical, philosophical, economic, and societal forces that have shaped United States educational theory and practice. A 15-hour field placement is required. 3 credits

ED 259 Educational Psychology
An introductory professional course that is designed to present an overview of major theories of human development, child development, learning theories, and understanding of statistics and its application to education research. A 15-hour field placement is required. 3 credits.

ED 300 Professional Development
Focusing on the current issues in education, professional development combines workshops and seminars with student-designed goal development and attainment. Work in cohort groups, preliminary portfolio design, and Praxis exam preparation offer structure and practical application. Prerequisite: ED 100. 2 credits

ED 305 Integrating the Arts in Early Childhood and Elementary Education
Development of one’s own artistry along with facilation of the arts with children. Integrating the arts (visual arts, creative writing, music, movement, and creative play) into all aspects of the curriculum. Recognition of the arts as a way of knowing.

ED 312 Reading and Language Arts Methods
This course examines the philosophical orientation, pertinent research, and understanding of the reading process. Learners will construct their own philosophy of teaching reading and language arts. They will have opportunities to apply appropriate methods and specifi c strategies to various case studies and an integrated literature unit. Prerequisites: ED 259, PY 205 and IM 101. 3 credits

ED 322 Math Methods
A study of the theoretical base of principles requisite to teaching basic mathematics. Demonstration of ability to use a variety of materials and teaching strategies and to adapt them to particular student needs. Supervised practicum required in a basic education classroom. 3 credits

ED 407 Senior Cohort
Core elements include developing an advanced professional portfolio incorporating outcome-based competency assessments, student teacher preparation, selected seminars, and a culminating interview simulation. 1 credit

ED 577 School Nurse Practicum
An 18-hour fi eld experience in an elementary or secondary classroom designed to allow students who seek the BSN or school nurse certifi cate to verify their understanding of teaching-learning theory and developmental characteristics of the learner through analysis of classroom experiences, child observations. and tutoring. In addition, students will develop their understanding of school organization, key moments in the history of American education and philosophical and social issues essential to understanding school setting. Prerequisite: ED 259/559. 1 credit