GRADUATE COURSES
ELEMENTARY EDUCATION COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
EED 510 WORKSHOP IN ELEMENTARY EDUCATION.
This course is designed to explore current topics which affect
elementary teachers. One semester hour is offered and the
course may be repeated for a maximum of three times.
EED 531 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER
EDUCATION. An introduction to computers in the classroom
with emphasis on software, types of computers, and practical
applications.
EED 583 INTEGRATING CURRENT TECHNOLOGIES
IN TEACHING. Laboratory experiences are provided for graduate
students in the preparation, selection, and use of audio-visual
materials for teaching and in the operation of audio-visual
equipment. This course is recommended for both Education and
non-Education majors.
EED 584 THE CURRICULUM IN THE ELEMENTARY
SCHOOL. Development of the elementary school curriculum
and significant factors which help to determine the curriculum
construction are studied. Opportunity to select and organize
appropriate learning experiences for the different levels
is offered.
EED 587 WORKSHOP IN EDUCATION.
The topic(s) included will vary with academic program and
semester offered.
EED 590 ADVANCED METHODS IN CLASSROOM
MANAGEMENT AND DISCIPLINE. This course is designed for
K-12 teachers of all subject areas. Increased proficiency
in classroom management skills is the primary objective of
the course. Teachers will be provided with an understanding
of the factors influencing individual and group behavior in
school settings; methods of diagnosing school and classroom
factors that may be eliciting the problem; and the options
available for influencing student behaviors.
EED 591 PROBLEMS IN TEACHING ELEMENTARY
MATHEMATICS. Study is made of recent trends in elementary
mathematics programs and instructional approaches. Application
of research findings to improving the teaching and learning
of mathematics is emphasized.
EED 592 PROBLEMS IN TEACHING ELEMENTARY
SCIENCE. Study is made of recent trends in elementary
science programs and instructional approaches. Application
of research findings to improving the teaching and learning
of science is emphasized.
EED 593 ASSESSMENT OF LEARNING.
Study is made of typical methods of measuring intelligence,
achievement, special aptitudes, and personality. Emphasis
is placed on the interpretation and use of tests and on alternative
means of assessment. Elementary statistical terms and processes
are mastered.
EED 596 PROBLEMS IN TEACHING SOCIAL
STUDIES. Study is made of recent trends in elementary
social studies programs and instructional approaches. Application
of research findings to improving the teaching and learning
of social studies is emphasized.
EED 597 HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
ACROSS THE LIFESPAN. A review of theory and current research
concerning the growth and development of the individual through
the life span with emphasis on childhood and adolescence.
This course attempts to relate theory and research to present
concerns and problems of teachers through the study of physiological,
psychological, and social inter-relationships. Experience
in the procedures of child study are provided.
EED 598 INTERNSHIP IN ELEMENTARY
TEACHING. This course is designed for the student who
possesses a baccalaureate degree from an accredited university,
has met all requirements for admission to the teacher education
program, and is eligible for an internship as defined by the
Texas Education Agency guidelines.
EED 599 INTERNSHIP IN ELEMENTARY
TEACHING. This course is designed for the student who
possesses a baccalaureate degree from an accredited university,
has met all requirements for admission to the teacher education
program, and is eligible for an internship as defined by the
Texas Education Agency guidelines.
EED 670 CRITICAL ANALYSIS AND REFLECTION
FOR TEACHING. This course is designed for classroom teachers
of all subject and grade levels. The focus of this course
is to prepare teachers to read published research critically,
to integrate those finding with personal experience in order
to make reflective instructional decision and to participate
in pedagogical research, theory-building, and elementary statistics.
EED 732 ADVANCED AUTHORING AND INTEGRATION
OF TECHNOLOGIES IN EDUCATION. This course is designed
to provide skills in production of CD-ROMS for educational
leaders to use in developing multimedia presentations, the
production and selection of technology and research regarding
the use of technology.
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