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Holmquist, Hyler, Konzem, Boyd, Mahraun, Gentine, Isaacson, C. Kahler, LeGault, Lewis, McDonald, Pigge, Talbott, Lockyear, Tramel, Oriade - Coordinators
*Alternate year course
See Teacher Education Program, Section II-C, pages 24-26
All students participating in ED200 Introduction to Teaching: Classroom Experience ans Student Teaching must purchase $1,000,000.00 Profesional Liability Insurance and submit negative TB test results. See Education Office for details.
Note: All approved programs leading to lincensure are subject to change. Consequently, although you complete the coursework listed for your endorsement in the catalog that was in effect when you entered Bethany, it is imperative that you check with the Education Department often to ensure that you complete the coursework required for your approved program.
ED100 Introduction to Teacher Education and the Teaching Profession (1 hour)
This course is designed to help direct those students who are considering a career in pedagogy - the science of teaching. The seminar combines an exploration of the teaching profession with an exploration of the student as a potential teacher. Students learn about the varying levels and subjects available for teachers and the professional potential for each. In addition, each student constructs an Individual Development Plan to examine not only his or her skills and interests, but also his or her strengths and weaknesses as a future teacher.
ED200 Introduction to Teaching: Classroom Experience (3 hours)
An exploratory opportunity in which one who is considering becoming a teacher works with a classroom teacher, full-time, during the January Interterm. Prerequisites: ED100 and Sophomore status, or consent of the instructor.
ED250 Classroom Management (2 hours)
This course examines the classroom conditions and student behaviors necessary for a healthy learning environment. Prospective teachers completing this course will have considered the factors necessary for good classroom management. These include, but are not limited to planning, implementation, and maintenance of structures designed to maximize the learning opportunities for all students. Prerequisite: ED200 or consent of the instructor.
ED304 Methods of Elementary Reading and Language Arts, K-3 (4 hours)
This course is designed to instruct pre-service teachers in the literacy development and integration of speaking, listening, reading, writing, viewing, and visually representing. Students will gain competence in the skills of designing and managing meaningful reading/language arts learning experiences and in the knowledge of content and methodology recommended to effectively teach and assess children from kindergarten through 3rd grade. Prerequisites: C or higher in EN101 and CM101 or CM110. Must be taken concurrently with ED305. Must be taken the academic year immediately prior to student teaching. Must apply to teacher education or consent of education department chair.
ED305 Elementary Practicum in Reading, K-3 (1 hour)
This course is designed to give practical experiences in evaluating reading progress of children K-3. Emphasis will be placed on testing procedures, interpreting test data, and planning to meet the individual reading/language arts needs of children from kindergarten to 3rd grade. Prerequisites: C or higher in EN101 and CM101 or CM110. Must be taken concurrently with ED304. Must be taken the academic year immediately prior to student teaching. Must apply to teacher education or consent of education department chair.
ED/PS310 School Law (3 hours)
This course is a broad and comprehensive view of the law governing the state school systems of America. Emphasis will be placed on how principles of law (pertaining to contracts, torts, property, general administrative law, and constitutional law) affect school systems generally, and on the specific laws, rules and regulations of Kansas that govern elementary and secondary education. This course will be taught by the case method. Therefore, the student will be required to utilize analytical skills and communication skills through oral and written representations of his/her understanding of the concepts and principles in the course. Prerequisite: Junior standing and PS101 or SE210, or consent of the instructor. Must apply to teacher education or consent of education department chair.
ED314 Methods of Elementary Reading and Language Arts, 4-6 (4 hours)
This course is designed to instruct pre-service students in the literacy development and integration of speaking, listening, reading, writing, viewing, and visually representing. Students will gain competence in the skills of designing and managing meaningful reading/language arts learning experiences and in the knowledge of content and methodology recommended to effectively teach and assess children from 4th through 6th grade. Prerequisite: ED304. Must be taken concurrently with ED315. Must be taken the academic year immediately prior to student teaching. Must apply to teacher education or consent of education department chair.
ED315 Elementary Practicum in Reading, 4-6 (1 hour)
This course is designed to give practical experiences in evaluating reading progress of children grades 4-6. Emphasis will be placed on testing procedures, interpreting test data, and planning to meet the individual reading/language arts needs of each child. Prerequisites: ED305. Must be taken concurrently with ED314. Must be taken the academic year immediately prior to student teaching. Must apply to teacher education or consent of education department chair.
ED320 PreK & Elementary School Art Methods (2 hours)
This course is a study of the approaches, activities, and materials of art education, which contribute to the creative and mental growth of the child in preK and elementary settings. Course work will include practical experiences with art media, lesson planning, and the collection and creation of visual aids. The emphasis of the course is on a discipline based art education curriculum which integrates the arts into the basic elementary education curriculum. Prerequisites are one of the following or consent of the instructor: AR100, AR105, AR130, or AR180 for Elementary Education and Art majors. Must apply to teacher education or consent of education department chair.
ED321 Music Methods for Elementary Teachers (2 hours)
Introduction to materials and methods related to the inclusion of music in the elementary school curriculum, with emphasis on the relationships of music to elementary classroom routines and subjects. Acquisition of performance, skills, and knowledge sufficient to guide children in benefiting from the role played by music in their lives. Experience in directing classroom activities involving music. Must apply to teacher education or consent of education department chair.
ED322 Music Education Methods: PreK & Elementary (2 hours)
Introduction to methods, including those of Orff, Kodaly, and Delcroze, materials, practices, and trends of vocal and instrumental music in preK and elementary settings. Introductory teaching experiences in group and individual teaching situations. Systematic observation and analysis of teaching as practiced by the students, other class members, and master teachers. Writing projects include short and long-term planning and analysis and evaluation of instructional practices. Prerequisite: MU151. See Must apply to teacher education or consent of education department chair.
ED326 Teaching of Social Studies in the Elementary School (3 hours)
A basic consideration of standards and objectives, content, methods, and materials used in teaching social studies in the elementary schools. Methods include the use of concrete experience, technology, group processes, questioning, problem-solving, leading, and techniques of assessment. Students will be required to construct and use teaching and resource units. Prerequisites: One U.S. History and GO120 Human Geography. Must apply to teacher education or consent of education department chair.
ED327 Teaching Mathematics in the Elementary School (3 hours)
A course for pre-service teachers designed to develop competencies in: 1) knowledge of developmentally appropriate standards-based curricula, 2) pedagogy to empower all students and direct them toward mathematical understanding and 3) mathematical theory as it applies to current reform efforts. Prerequisites: MA102 and MA225. Must apply to teacher education or consent of education department chair.
ED328 Teaching Science/Health in the Elementary School (3 hours)
This course integrates content and pedagogy to assist pre-service teachers in studying methods of teaching science and health. Topics include inquiry-based instruction, process skills, and real-life applications of life, physical, and health and space science. Teachers are asked to examine research findings regarding health issues frequently experienced in an elementary classroom. Prerequisite: Lab science course. Must apply to teacher education or consent of education department chair.
ED333 Physical Education Methods for Elementary Teachers (2 hours)
A study of concepts and methods in teaching elementary school physical education. Analysis of student and teacher behavior and interaction will be covered with emphasis on the relationship between a student's health and physical education. The primary focus of the course will be on the overall concept of the elementary school physical education program including the development of a viable curriculum. Prerequisites: Sophmore standing or consent of instructor. See Note #1 below.
ED340 Secondary School Art Methods (2 hours)
This course focuses on the art education secondary learner and the development of discipline based curriculum materials, the role of the art educator as a professional, methods of teaching, assessment processes, advocacy, history of art education, and the preparation of materials to take the student into their student teaching experience. An additional emphasis of this course for the Art Education major is to develop an in depth understanding of scope and sequence for the preK-12 art learner. Prerequisites: ED320 and must be taken the year prior to Student Teaching. See Note #1 below.
ED341 Music Education Methods: Secondary (2 hours)
The student demonstrates or acquires competencies for specific instructional objectives in each of the following general areas: Analysis and Evaluation of Instructional Practices, Analysis and Evaluation of Musical Behavior, Design of Instructional Strategies Practice of Instructional Skills, Investigation of Teaching-Learning Processes, Preparation for a Role in Music Education, and Entry into the Teaching Profession. Prerequisite: MU151. See Note #1 below.
ED342 Secondary Teaching and Learning Strategies (3 hours)
A course that is concerned with course objective, selection and organization of content, teaching materials, techniques of instruction, and assessment in the selected secondary teaching field. Opportunity is given to observe teaching methods employed by experienced teachers in the selected field. Prerequisite: ED200. See Note #1 below.
ED343 Elementary Physical Education Methods for Health/PE Teachers (2 hours)
A study of concepts and methods in teaching elementary school physical education. Analysis of student and teacher behavior and interaction will be covered with emphasis on the relationship between a student’s health and physical education. The primary focus of the course will be on the overall concept of the elementary school physical education program including the development of a viable curriculum. Prerequisites: Junior status required for students majoring in Health-Physical Education; Sophomore status required for students majoring in Elementary Education; or consent of instructor. See Note #1 below.
ED344 Secondary School Physical Education Methods (2 hours)
A study of the methods and materials for teaching physical education in the middle and high schools. The course will be primarily concerned with writing objectives, selecting and organizing content and teaching materials, practicing techniques of teaching, constructing a curriculum and developing procedures for the evaluation of students and instruction. Of secondary consideration will be the discussion of the role of physical education within the total educational picture, the problems and concerns of the beginning teacher and the legal ramifications of actions within the physical education setting. Prerequisites: PE135. Junior status or consent of instructor. See Note #1 below.
ED345* Methods and Materials for Health Education (2 hours)
A study of the principles of health as they relate to the triad of health education, school environment, and student health. The primary focus of this course is on the methods and materials that can be used in teaching health at the elementary, middle, and secondary school levels. Prerequisites: Junior status or consent of instructor. See Note #1 below.
ED346 Teaching Reading in the Content Areas (1 hour)
This course is designed to provide information about and practice in the teaching of reading in secondary (6-12) content area courses. Topics will include 1) strategies for developing vocabulary, concepts, and reading skills in specific subject areas, 2) textbook analysis and 3) remedial and developmental reading. Prerequisites: Junior status or consent of instructor. See Note #1 below.
ED348 Teaching in the Middle School (3 hours)
A course designed to develop a philosophic understanding of middle level education. The course focus is on the nature of early adolescent development and the impact these special needs have upon schooling. Organizational patterns for middle level schools, teaching strategies for different learning styles, and multifunctional roles of the teacher are a few of the topics included in the course. Includes practicum in public schools. Prerequisites: See Note #1 below.
ED351 Instructional Technology For Teachers (2 hours)
A methods course designed to give education majors a practical, working knowledge of various instructional technologies as they apply to the teaching/learning process. Prerequisites: Junior standing, ED100, and ED200. See Note #1 below.
ED/PY355 Educational Psychology (3 hours)
A course designed to help the student apply psychology to teaching. Major units of the course include learning, motivation, evaluation, and classroom control. The course attempts to provide the student with as many options as possible for dealing with typical classroom concerns. Prerequisite: PY205 or consent of the instructor. See Note #1 below.
ED358 Foundations of Education (4 hours)
This course focuses upon the history of American education, the educational philosophies which have contributed to American Education, and the role of education in American society today. Emphasis will be placed on the continuing development of individual student’s educational philosophy, the understanding of contemporary educational issues and learning in modern society. In each of these areas the student will build upon previous work in earlier courses. Prerequisites: ED100, ED200, and Junior/Senior status. See Note #1 below.
ED365-374 Clinical Teaching: Elementary (6-12 hours)
A course for seniors which provides a practical application of the principles of learning and the techniques of instruction in the classroom. Opportunity is provided for the student to progressively assume the responsibilities related to teaching. Between 8 and 16 weeks of full-time activity are required in kindergarten or in one of the grades through grade six. Prerequisite: ED355 Educational Psychology and all methods courses appropriate to the specific discipline. Note: All expenses incurred for travel during student teaching are the responsibility of the student.
ED376 Clinical Teaching: Middle School (5 hours)
A course to engage students in the roles and responsibilities of a middle school teacher. Opportunities in team teaching, teacher/ counseling, and other teaching strategies unique to the middle school concept will be provided. Placement for this experience will only be made in a designated middle school setting. Prerequisite: ED355 Educational Psychology and all methods courses appropriate to the specific discipline. Graded A-B-C-D-F and grade will be computed in the GPA effective Fall Semester 2004. Note: All expenses incurred for travel during student teaching are the responsibility of the student.
ED380-389 Clinical Teaching: Secondary (6-12 hours)
A course to acquaint students with the overall function of the secondary teacher. This involves observation, participation, and teaching secondary school students under the supervision of secondary teachers and college supervisors in the field of the student’s preparation. Prerequisite: ED355 Educational Psychology and all methods courses appropriate to the specific discipline. Graded A-B-C-D-F and grade will be computed in the GPA effective Fall Semester 2004. Note: All expenses incurred for travel during student teaching are the responsibility of the student.
ED395 Clinical Teaching Seminar (1 hour)
This course is taken in conjunction with student teaching. It serves as a supplement and support to the student teaching experience. Students will be introduced to current best practices and review skills studied in earlier courses. In addition, these weekly meetings will provide a forum in which students may confidentially share professional experiences.
NOTE #1: In order to enroll in the following upper-level professional education courses, students must have applied for admission to the Teacher Education Program. Exceptions must be approved by the Chair of the Education Department.
Education: ACCK Secondary Methods Courses
The following are discipline-specific secondary methods courses offered by ACCK to students enrolled at any of the six campuses within the ACCK consortium. Although Bethany offers a generic course (ED342W) in instructional planning, methodology, classroom management, and evaluation at the secondary level, these ACCK courses focus on instructional planning and delivery strategies (including, where applicable, laboratory techniques), curriculum trends and research findings, technological applications, applicable safety procedures, instructional resources, and professional organizations and their literature appropriate to specific secondary discipline areas. Bethany students seeking certification and/or endorsement at the secondary level are required to take both the generic course offered here on campus and the ACCK-sponsored methods course(s) in their particular discipline(s).
ED406 Methods for Teaching Natural Science in the Secondary School (3 hours)
This course is designed to provide the prospective teacher with knowledge and skills for teaching the natural sciences at the secondary level (Grades 6-12). Content includes curriculum selection and design, safe laboratory management, and operation, integration of curriculum, inclusionary practices, methods and modalities of teaching, assessment, classroom application of various forms of technology, and professional organizations. Microteaching, classroom observation, and group and self evaluation are included. Prerequisite: ED342 Teaching Methods in the Secondary School. (Offered Spring Semester). Must apply to teacher education or consent of education department chair.
ED415 Methods for Teaching English in the Secondary School (3 hours)
This course is designed to assist student teachers in becoming confident, effective professional educators in secondary level English (Grades 6-12). Students will become familiar with a variety of specific methods to use in teaching literature, composition, and language. Among topics to be considered will be current trends in English curriculum development, the six-trait writing process, inclusionary practices, classroom organization, assessment, classroom application of various forms of technology, and professional organizations. Each student will develop a unit of instruction suitable for a secondary level classroom. Prerequisite: ED342 Teaching Methods in the Secondary School. (Offered Spring Semester). Must apply to teacher education or consent of education department chair.
ED416 Methods for Teaching Speech and Theatre in the Secondary School (3 hours)
This course requires students to apply speech and drama content to the techniques needed for effective secondary level (Grades 6-12) classroom teaching. Opportunities are provided for students to exercise their teaching skills in the areas of unit plans, daily lesson plans, teaching strategies, evaluation, assessment, classroom management, inclusion and different learning styles. Discussions of resource allocation, safety, classroom application of various forms of technology, and professional organizations are also included. Each student is encouraged to develop his/her personal philosophy of education and incorporate it in relation to integrity/ethics in the classroom and personal evaluation to maintain a sense of balance and growth. Prerequisite: ED342 Teaching Methods in the Secondary School. (Offered Spring Semester). Must apply to teacher education or consent of education department chair.
ED420 Methods for Teaching Business in the Secondary School (3 hours)
This course is designed to provide the prospective secondary-level (Grade 6-12). Business teacher techniques for effective classroom teaching, including such issues as inclusionary practices, assessment, classroom application various forms of technology, and professional organizations. It pulls together business and education concepts and theories just prior to one’s student teaching experience and covers methods and materials for teaching business courses such as accounting, general business, keyboarding, and office practice. Prerequisite: ED342 Teaching Methods in the Secondary School (Shorthand is covered on demand). (Offered Spring Semester). Must apply to teacher education or consent of education department chair.
ED440 Methods for Teaching Social and Behavioral Science in the Secondary School (3 hours)
This course is designed to prepare students for successful teaching at the secondary level (Grades 6-12) in both the social and behavioral sciences. Emphasis is placed on different approaches and practices of instruction planning and classroom management, selection and classroom application of various forms of technology, evaluation and questioning techniques, state assessments, research methods, professional organizations and the inclusive classroom. Prerequisite: ED342 Teaching Methods in the Secondary School. (Offered Spring Semester). Must apply to teacher education or consent of education department chair.
ED445 Methods for Teaching Modern Language in the Secondary School (3 hours)
This course is designed to prepare the prospective second language teacher for successful teaching at the secondary level (Grades 6-12). It provides theories of second language acquisition and second language teaching methods. Includes planning strategies, measurement/evaluations, test item construction, effective discipline, inclusionary practices, and technology media. Students become familiar with professional organizations and their publications/resources. In microteaching, including group and self-evaluation, students demonstrate current second language methodology. Prerequisite: ED342 Teaching Methods in the Secondary School.
ED467 Methods for Teaching Secondary Mathematics in the Secondary School (3 hours)
This course is designed to provide the prospective secondary-level (Grade 6-12) mathematics teacher the methods of teaching contemporary mathematics content. Topics include methods of presentation, awareness of national mathematics organizations, the writing of unit/daily lesson plans, microteaching of a math lesson, selecting materials, inclusionary practices, classroom application of various forms of technology, and techniques of assessment. Prerequisite: ED342 Teaching Methods in the Secondary School. (Offered Spring Semester). Must apply to teacher education or consent of education department chair.
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