258 EDUCATION COURSES - EDUC EDUC 1010. Exploring Teaching (3) Su, F, S Students will explore the exciting world of teaching, examine what it means to be a teacher, and participate in field observations. This course is designed to introduce students to personal and professional experiences within the educational community This course or an equivalent approved course is a prerequisite to all licensure programs in the Department of Teacher Education. EDUC 1105. Introduction to the University (3) This course assists incoming students in making a successful transition to college, both academically and socially. Topics include study and time management skills, using campus resources, developing interpersonal communications, making major/career selections and understanding student responsibilities. The course prepares students to work efficiently in the university environment. EDUC 2000. Social Studies Concepts for Elementary Teachers (3) Su, F, S Fundamental concepts from the social sciences commonly found in elementary social studies curriculum. EDUC 2010. Human Exceptionality (3) This course will introduce students to the characteristics of exceptional children with emphasis on the educational and psychological implications of disabilities to the development of the child. EDUC 2890. Cooperative Work Experience (1-6) Su, F, S For students not yet accepted to the Teacher Education Program who meet the minimum cooperative work experience requirements of the department. Provides academic credit for on-the-job experience. Amount of credit will be determined by the department. Fingerprinting/ background check must be completed prior to working in the schools. EDUC 2920. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. May be taken on a Credit/No Credit basis. EDUC 3100. Instructional Planning & Assessment (3) F, S This course introduces the basic concepts of lesson and unit design, planning and assessment based on student needs. Field experience required. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education. Should be taken concurrently with the other Teacher Education Level 1 courses (EDUC 3110 and EDUC 3140). EDUC 3110. Instructional Technology (2) F, S This course allows students to apply existing technology literacy into educational environments to promote enhanced learning. The curriculum is based on teacher skills required to teach Utah State Educational Technology Standards for students in K-8 settings. The course focuses on providing teacher licensure candidates with basic technology proficiencies for teaching with technology. Prerequisite: Completion of the computer and inf ormation literacy requirements through course work (TBE 1701, 1702, and 1703) or testing (TBE TA1501, TB1502, and TCI 503), and passing the Teacher Education Technology Placement test at less than acceptable level for placement in the Advanced Technology course. EDUC 3120. Reading Instruction in the Primary Grades (3) F, S This course is designed to familiarize the teacher candidate with current knowledge and practices as they relate to teaching literacy (reading, writing, listening, and speaking) in the primary grades (K-2). Should be taken concurrently with other courses in Teacher Education Level 1 Elementary (EDUC 3100, EDUC 3140, and CFH 4710). EDUC 3140. Educational Psychology, Interpersonal Skills and Classroom Management (3) F, S Fundamental theories and philosophies, concepts, processes, and applications related to human behavior, teaching and learning, interpersonal relationships, and classroom management. Field experience required. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education. Should be taken concurrently with the other Teacher Education Level 1 courses (EDUC 3100 and EDUC 3110). EDUC 3170. First Year Experience (FYE) Mentor Leadership Seminar (2) This course teaches FYE Peer Mentors to effectively assist students registered for EDUC 1105, "Introduction to the University." Peer Mentors will leam to work productively with FYE students to help them transition to the university environment, to connect them with campus resources, and to provide them with social opportunities both inside and outside class. Interested students must apply to be Peer Mentors in the FYE Office (SC 140). Preference will be given to students who have taken EDUC 1105. The class may be repeated once for 2 more hours and additionally for 0 credit hours. EDUC DV3200E. Foundations of Diversity: Culturally, Linguistically Responsive Teaching (Elementary) (3) F, S Rationales, concepts, practice provide a scope of understanding and awareness regarding the role of cultural and language pluralism in school and society. Foundations and theories on the role of family and community influence on student values. Experiences intended to develop basic skills in personal interaction and adaptation to teaching diverse populations. Prerequisites: Teacher Education Level I (EDUC 3100, EDUC 3110, and EDUC 3140). Should be taken concurrently with other courses in Teacher Education Level 2 Elementary (EDUC 3240, EDUCDV3260E, and EDUC 3280). EDUC DV3200S. Foundations of Diversity: Culturally, Linguistically Responsive Teaching (Secondary) (3) F, S Rationales, concepts, practice provide a scope of understanding and awareness regarding the role of cultural and language pluralism in school and society. Foundations and theories on the role of family and community influence on student values. Experiences intended to develop basic skills in personal interaction and adaptation to teaching diverse populations. Should be taken concurrently with other courses in the Secondary Teacher Education Core (EDUC DV3260S, EDUC 3900, and EDUC 3930). EDUC 3240. Reading Instruction in the Intermediate Grades (3) F, S Methods, foundations, and assessments for developmental reading in the elementary school, Grades 3-6. Field experience required. Prerequisites: Successful completion of Teacher Education Level 1 (EDUC 3100, EDUC 3140, CFH 4710, and EDUC 3120). Should be taken concurrently with the other courses in Teacher Education Level 2 Elementary (EDUC DV3200E, EDUC DV3260E, and EDUC 3280). EDUC DV3260E. The Exceptional Student (Elementary) (3) F, S Students will learn about the learning and social characteristics of young people with exceptionalities-that is, disabilities (physical, mental, learning) or giftedness-and about public policy and services available to them. As future teachers, they will learn about how such individuals are identified and served by the school system, what strategies are effective for instructing them, and roles and responsibilities of school personnel in providing appropriate educational experiences for all students in an inclusive classroom. Field experience required. Prerequisites: Teacher Education Weber State University 2010-2011 Catalog