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/CI 531 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER EDUCATION. An introduction to computers in the classroom with emphasis on software, types of computers, and practical applications.

*EED/CI 570 RESEARCH IN 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 refl ective instructional decision and to participate in pedagogical research, theory-building, and elementary statistics.

*EED/CI 583 INTEGRATING CURRENT TECHNOLOGIES IN TEACHING. Laboratory experiences are provided for graduate students in integrating technology into the curriculum. 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/CI 585 CURRENT ISSUES IN EDUCATION. Analysis of opposing or varying viewpoints on educational issues of current concern is the main focus of the course. Examination of research literature, current data, experts in the various fields, and utilization of current technology in the examination of contemporary topics will be completed.

*EED/CI 587 WORKSHOP IN EDUCATION. The topic(s) included will vary with academic program and semester offered.

*EED/CI 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 infl uencing 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 infl uencing 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/CI 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/CI 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 790 ASSESSMENT OF MATHEMATICS LEARNING. This course will be one of four education classes used in the doctoral program in mathematics education. Topics will include classroom assessment, standardized tests, and assessment instruments for research in mathematics education.

EED 793 RESEARCH IN MATHEMATICS EDUCATION. This course will be one of four education classes used in the doctoral program in mathematics education. Topics will include selecting a research topic, research instruments, research statistics, and writing the paper.

EED 795 CURRENT ISSUES IN MATH EDUCATION. This course will be one of four education classes used in the doctoral program in mathematics education. Topics will include curriculum, textbooks, standards, accountability, parental involvement, legal issues, ethics, and testing.

EED 796 THEORIES OF LEARNING MATHEMATICS. This course will be one of four education classes used in the doctoral program in mathematics education. Topics will include theories of learning mathematics, information processing, cognitive theories, and constructivist theories

* Subject to action by the Board of Regents, The Texas State University System and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, courses listed as EED/CI indicate a change in course prefix effective with the fall 2006 semester. Courses will be listed with the EED prefix through the spring 2006 semester. Beginning with the fall 2006 semester, these courses will be listed with the CI prefix.