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Show 96 Political Science 1. American National Government. A course planned to give an understanding of our Constitution; rights, privileges and duties of citizenship; political party organizations and functions; the organization and operation of the executive, legislative and judicial departments of government; and current problems of governmental functions and citizenship. Five quarter hours. Autumn, Spring. Anderson 3. State Government. A course designed to give an understanding of the origin of state government; the relationship of the states to the national government; political parties and citizenship; state constitutions; the nature and operation of the state executive, legislative, and judicial departments; also current problems in state government. Three quarter hours. Winter. Anderson 4. City and Town Governments. A study of the growth of municipal government in the United States and the relationship of municipal government to state government. Attention is given to municipal structure and organization; the mayor-council type, the commission type and the city manager type; also the functions and current problems of city and town governments such as public safety, public works, planning and finance. Two quarter hours. Winter. Anderson Department of Orientation ' M. E. Allen, H. C. Bateman, B. C. Hansen, J. B. Harvey, E. C. Larsen, W. C. Neville, M. L. Stevenson, W. D. Stratford COURSES OF INSTRUCTION I. Personal and Social Guidance. A basic survey and guidance course designed to introduce the student to his new environment and to assist him in meeting some of his problems. Diagnostic and remedial tests of aptitudes, abilities, and skills are available as an aid in helping a student make an occupational choice. Required of all freshmen. Two quarter hours. Autumn, Winter, Spring. Staff II. Vocational Orientation. A course which treats the personal and social adjustments necessary for social efficiency and the formation of effective study habits. Two quarter hours. Autumn, Winter. Larsen 40. Engineering Problems and Occupational Information. Selecting a vocation. (See Engineering 40.) One lecture period a week. One quarter hour. Autumn, Winter. Stevenson 41. Engineering Problems, Study Habits and Study Techniques. (See Engineering 41.) One lecture period a week. One quarter hour. Winter, Spring. Stevenson 97 Department of Psychology and Education M. E. Allen, B. C. Hansen, J. B. Harvey, W. D. Stratford A student planning to teach in the elementary schools should complete the requirements for the title of Associate of Arts or Associate of Science. The following courses are recommended: Psychology 1, Psychology 2, Psychology 17, Education 1, Education 2, Bacteriology 10, English 25, Music 18, and Art 6. A student intending to teach in the secondary schools should complete the requirements for the title of Associate of Arts or Associate of Science. The following courses are recommended: Psychology 1, Psychology 17, Education 1, and Bacteriology 10. The other credits should be in the major and minor fields that qualify for the requirements of the senior college. It is recommended that the student take advantage of the opportunity to participate in activities sponsored by the Department. 1. The Education Club. The Education Club is a professional club organized for the purpose of fostering a social and professional relationship among members who are interested in teaching as a career. Regular monthly meetings are conducted in which feature speakers and programs present functional problems of classroom teaching. Practical teaching aids and "tools of the trade" are brought to the teachers in training by especially outstanding and qualified teachers in service. Professional relationships between school districts and club members are encouraged by the Club, and substitute teaching assignments are recommended. COURSES OF INSTRUCTION Education 1. Principles of Education. A course exploratory in nature and designed to introduce the student to the teaching profession. The basic principles of teaching, the aims and objectives of education, and some present day policies and practices in education are studied with the purpose of orienting the student in the profession of teaching. Students are given an understanding of the qualifications required for successful teaching, the opportunities for placement, the requirements for certification, and methods of securing a position. Three quarter hours. Autumn, Spring. Allen, Hansen 2. Organization and Administration. A survey course designed to acquaint the student with theories and practices in the organization and administration of American public schools. The course gives a general background of school organization for students who anticipate entering the field of school administration. It is also planned with the purpose of meeting the needs of classroom teachers for an understanding of the structure and organization of public school systems which will contribute to teaching efficiency. Three quarter hours. Winter, Spring. Hansen Psychology 1. General Psychology. An introductory course serving as a foundation for further study in psychology. It is also planned to provide an understanding of self and of others; it is a study of human behavior concerned with the origin, nature, and modifiability of acquired tendencies. College aptitude, interest, and personality tests are discussed and integrated with the course. Five quarter hours. Autumn, Winter, Spring. Allen, Harvey |