164 165 “ DEGREE REQ GEN ED COURSES 6100. Current Trends in Health and Physical Education (3) As Needed A study of health and physical education perspectives with an emphasis on the changes, trends, and future prospects that will affect the profession and the needs of those they serve. 6300. Advanced Biomechanics (3) As Needed Designed to expose the graduate student to appropriate research in sports biomechanics and to be involved in the analysis of movement based on selected mechanical principles such as balance, buoyancy, leverage, force, angles of rebound, projection and motion. 6370. Physical Fitness Evaluation and Individualized Exercise Prescription (3) As Needed Designed to prepare the student to evaluate the physical fitness of individuals and prescribe exercise and conditioning programs. Three major areas of study will be emphasized: 1) Delineation of the concept of physical fitness and discussion of the ramifications and benefits associated with physical fitness activities; 2) discussion and selection of methods and procedures for evaluation of physical fitness indicants; 3) prescription and implementation of individualized physical fitness programs. 6400. Advanced Exercise Physiology (3) As Needed Understanding the physiological changes associated with exercise and training and the reasons for change are the paramount directives of this course. Concurrent with the lecture component is the practicum laboratory experience of equipment operation and individual assessment of physiological parameters. 6420. Curriculum in Physical Education (3) As Needed Designed to provide an understanding of the role and importance of physical education in today’s society, steps involved in curriculum planning, trends and issues in curriculum and to orient the student to various ideas in curriculum design. 6520. Improving Physical Education (3 ) As Needed Designed for elementary classroom teachers to provide an opportunity for the teacher to further develop teaching skills, personal performance skills, knowledge and competencies. A major goal of this course will be to help the classroom teacher gain 6610. History of Africa ENGLISH COURESES - ENGL emphasis on the Subsahara from its ancient kingdoms through 6110. Writing for Teachers (3) Designed primarily for teachers already in service, this course explores the most current research and theory concerning the teaching of writing and applies it to real problems they face in the secondary classroom. 6210. English Literature for Teachers (3) Designed primarily for teachers already in service, this course explores the most current research and theory concerning the teaching of literature and applies it to real problems they face in the secondary classroom (3) Designed primarily for teachers already in service, this course will ex-plore the current controversies, to which will be applied the latest re-search and theories about the nature of language, and linguistics and the impact they have on language instruction in the secondary classroom. 6400. Multicultural Perspectives on Literature for Young People (3) Students will study the principles of literature for young people in combination with the theories of multi-cultural education. ations, instructional and training procedures. Secondary school and athletic populations are considered regarding these topics. MASTER LEVEL COURSE (REC) It is assumed that these topics would generally be non-repetitive or repeated only infrequently based on the demand for the course and 6760. Reading Seminar in World History (3) When offered will focus on a specific subject in World History. It is assumed that these topics would generally be non-repetitive or repeated only infrequently based on the demand for the course and on various aspects of the topic and respond through discussion in a seminar setting and written work. and social aspects; the formation of the Union under the Articles of Confederation; the Constitution; and the Federalist era. political, economic, social, and military aspects of the conflict, including the period of reconstruction to 1877. (3) 3rd grade graduate with a major in Early Childhood Education. Early Childhood Education description.) Applied Science & PRENGR CS EET MFET (See » Program Prerequisite: Students must have completed at least 30 credit hours of General Education and relevant prerequisite courses and have a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or above. » Minor: Optional (cannot be within the Department of Child and Family Studies). In lieu of a minor, a concentration of 15 credit hours outside the Department of Child and Family Studies may be substituted as approved by the department. required for graduation — 41 of these are required within the major. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be upper division (courses numbered 3000 and above) — 24-26 of these are required within the major. Advisement Students must follow the Department of Child and Family Independent readings under the supervision of a department For each hour of credit assignment on this material will also be completed. Instructor approval. Prerequisite: Admission Requirements Declare your program of study (refer to page 25 of this catalog). Sign a Program of Study Contract with the Department of Child and Family Studies. Contact the Student Advisor, 626-6411. Before enrolling in ChFam 2610 or 2620, students must be fingerprinted and have a background check. If the background check reveals misconduct you will not be allowed to enroll in these Chair: Dr. James A. Bird Location: Education Bldg., Room 204 Telephone Contact: Penny Pack 626-7151 Professors: James Bird, $. Craig Campbell, Rosalind Charlesworth, Chloe D. Merrill; Associate Professors: Randy S. Chatelain, Robert E. Higginson; Assistant Professor: Tom Day; Instructors: Joyce Buck, Carole J. Haun courses or any others which include field experiences, practica, or student teaching. This is in compliance with Utah State law. Allow for an eight week response time from the state. General Education Refer to pages 31-34 of this catalog for either Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts requirements. The Department of Child and by providing majors in the following areas: Early Childhood (Bachelor’s and Associate of Applied Science), Early Childhood Education, and Family Studies. Minors in Child Development and Family Studies are also offered. Learning is enhanced by the Melba S. Lehner Children’s School where preschool laboratory experience is provided for ChFam $S1500 (3) will satisfy a general education requirements and is prerequisite to most major courses. RESTHY Course Family Studies offers a broad personal and professional education (3) Students who wish to obtain certification to teach in kindergarten through HNRS & BIS LIBSCI WS Studies Advisement procedures. Contact the student advisor located in the Education Building, Room 241 (626-6411). (1-3) HISTORY COURSES - HIST 6020. The Era of the American Revolution 1763-1800 (3) Causes of American Revolution, including the military, diplomatic young children that do not require a teaching certificate graduate with a major in Early Childhood. for all courses. » Credit Hour Requirements: A total of 122 credit hours is DEPARTMENT 6010. Colonial America (3) The colonial origins of the United States to 1763. Students preparing to work in childhood programs or agencies serving on various aspects of the topic and respond through discussion in a seminar setting and written work. member on special topics in History. 6450. ESL Assessment: Theory, Methods, & Practice (2) Principles and practice of assessing LEP (Limited English Proficient) students in public schools—including pre-entry, classroom, and exit assessment. Prereq: Educ 4530, MEduc 6530, or consent of instructor. MAJOR < » Grade Requirements: A grade of "B-" or better in each course is required for this major in addition to a cumulative GPA of 2.50 approximately 1500 pages of material will be read. A written 6130. History of Utah CHILDHOOD the instructor assigned to it. Students would be assigned readings of this country. Prerequisite: Educ 3100 or by permission of instructor. Requirements “ for B.S. or B.A. Degree Core Courses Required (38 credit hours) ChFam 2400 Family Relations 3 ChFam =. 2500 Develop of the Child: Birth-Eight 3 ChFam ChFam ChFam ChFam 2570 2600 2610 2620 The Child from Six to Twelve Intro to Early Childhood Educ Guidance Based on Dvlp Theory Planning Creative Experiences a 2 3 for Young Children practical application. Practical experience is built into all areas ChFam 3500 Young Children at Risk Z of study. Honours credit is available for students who desire social developments. greater depth. Preparation for graduate study can be pursued in any area represented in the department. ChFam ChFam ChFam ChFam 3640 4500 4710* 4720* Working with Parents Study of Child & Adolescent Dvlp Advanced Guidance and Planning Student Teaching-Children's School 3 3 3 6 Cooperative Work Experience A Seminar in Child Development 3 1 ChFam 4890 ChFam 4990A * Taken concurrently on the 19th and 20th centuries. education teaching techniques. BOTANY CHEM GEOSCI MATH MATHED MICRO 3 A study of Utah history from its Native American beginnings through the 20th Century-emphasizing political, economic and 6590. Middle Eastern History (3) The Middle East from the rise of Islam to the present with emphasis 6930. Outdoor Education Workshop (2) Su A broad inter-disciplinary approach to the methodology of outdoor (3) When offered will focus on a specific subject in European History. teaching English as a Second Language in the public school systems Slavery and the causes of the Civil War with attention to the Special emphasis is given to skilled performance, learning theory, motor abilities, individual differences, developmental consider- seminar setting and written work. 6830. Directed Readings 6040. The Era of the Civil War and Reconstruction 1840-1877 An in-depth study of the psychomotor domain of development. the instructor assigned to it. Students would be assigned readings on various aspects of the topic and respond through discussion in a 6410. Strategies and Methodology of Teaching ESL (3) This courses emphasizes practical strategies and methods of 6830. Motor Learning As Needed It is assumed that these topics would generally be non-repetitive or repeated only infrequently based on the demand for the course and the instructor assigned to it. Students would be assigned readings greater individual and team performance. (3) 6701. Reading Seminar in American History (3) When offered will focus on a specific subject in American History. Designed for teachers or those preparing to teach, it will address issues connected to schools, teaching strategies and pedagogy, and the selection and evaluation of materials for diverse populations 6540. Physiological Aspects of conditioning programs that will be more successful and lead to the travails of the slave trade, European colonialism, and the independence movement. 6720. Reading Seminar in European History 6310. Language and Linguistics for Teachers additional confidence in teaching physical education activities. Human Performance (2) A, S$ Designed to provide coaches and teachers of sports activities with the latest knowledge and trends in conditioning practices for improving sport performance. General preparation of fitness for participation in sports and specificity of training for sports both inseason and off-season programs will be covered. A broad range of ideas will be generated to help coaches construct training and EARLY (3) Africa from earliest times to the twentieth century, with In addition, students must complete and advisor-approved concentration of 15 hours or advisor-approved minor. WEBER STATE UNIVERSITY WEBER ‘AT SE UNIVERSITY MILSCI NAVSCI