Education Courses *470. Learning in the Schools (3) Principles of learning and management and their application to the school situation. Prerequisite: Student teaching. 475. Aerospace Education (3) Concerned with knowledge, skills, attitudes and communication about aerospace activity, and the impact of air and space upon society. 476. Advanced Aerospace Education (3) Develops an understanding of the political, economic, social and educational implications of aerospace technology. *478. Practicum in Reading (4) Application of diagnostic and corrective reading techniques with reading disabled children. Prerequisites: Educ 465 and 466. *479. Student Teaching in Special Education (6) Supervised teaching in selected special education programs in an elementary or secondary school. Prerequisite: successful completion of mild/moderate Endorsement course work. 482. Adult Education (3) A survey course in adult education with emphasis on philosophy, principles, and practices as evidenced in programs and various adult education organizations. Prerequisites: Professional education course work, teaching experience, or approval of the instructor. *483. Individually Prescribed Program (1-9) Designed primarily for teachers fulfilling recertification requirements or personal needs. 484. Practicum in Instructional Media Services (9) Minor is not currently being offered. 485. Supervision of Student Teachers (3) The cooperating teacher-student relationship and the factors and conditions that contribute to successful student teaching experiences. *487. Directed Experiences with Students (1) Directed experiences with elementary and secondary school students in cooperating schools. Students may register for one unit of credit per quarter for a maximum of three quarter hours. ♦488. Teaching Practicum in Education (15) Student teaching experience in a public school to synthesize theory and practice. Weekly seminar on campus. Prerequisite: Completion of professional core through Educ 318. 492. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) In order to provide flexibility and to meet many different needs, a number of specific offerings are possible using this catalog number. When the number is used it will be accompanied by brief and specific descriptive title. The specific title with the credit authorized for the particular offering will appear on the student transcript. May be taken on a Credit/No Credit basis. *495. Teaching Practicum in Secondary Education (15) A preparation workshop followed by a public school assignment Modules on related areas are taken concurrently. Prerequisites: Educ 364. 496. Processes of Instructional Design (5) A systematic approach to solving instructional problems through the development of goals, objectives, instructional strategies and field testing of instructional products. The course consists of two modules, including a project contract. 497. Seminar (1) *498. Synthesis of the Teaching Program (3) Synthesis of total elementary education program. Modules on educational leadership, professional relationships, and background of American education. Service hours required. May immediately preceed or follow student teaching. •499. Senior Seminar (3) Regular seminar sessions examining issues in secondary schools and curriculum. Senior Project. May be taken concurrently with Educ 495 with instructor's permission. Prerequisite: Educ 495. 566. Role of the Special Educator (3) Examination of the professional role responsibilities of the special educator in public schools, and the laws and State rules and regulations that govern the programs. 567. Assessment in Special Education (3) Administration, scoring, and interprctating screening and diagnostic tests in the intellectual, social, academic and vocational areas, and using evaluative data in resource programs. 568. Planning Instruction in Special Education (3) Instructional programming and modification of curriculum for handicapped students served by teachers with Mild/Moderate Endorsements. 569. Classroom and Behavior Management (3) Current issues, practices, and application of a variety of approaches for behavior change, discipline and management of the classroom environment. 570. Methods and Practices in Special Education (5) Validated teaching methods, strategies, and practices widely used with handicapped students in Mild/Moderate special education programs. Prerequisite: Educ 566 and 568. 571. Applications of Special Education Methods and Practices (5) Applications to reading and math of validated teaching methods, strategies, and practices widely used with handicapped students in Mild/ Moderate special education programs. Prerequisites: Educ 306, 310 or math competency, Educ 567, 570, or comparable courses. 585. Foundations of Reading (3) This course examines the principles of cognitive psychology that pertain to reading. The course explores how students comprehend and apply what they know with specific focus on the relationship between reading and learning. Related teaching strategies and classroom application will be emphasized. SCHOOL OF NATURAL SCIENCES General Information DeanrCyrusM.M^ell Location: Science Lab, Room 611 Telephone Contact: Marilee Sackolwitz 626-6159 The School of Natural Sciences offers a comprehensive array of courses, programs and undergraduate degrees encompassing the biological, earth, and physical sciences. Courses are offered through three biological science departments: Microbiology, Botany, and Zoology; four physical science departments: Chemistry, Geography, Geology, and Physics. Programs are available in five undergraduate curricular offering categories: Liberal Arts, Pre-Professional, Professional, Technical Education, and General Education. Liberal Arts Programs (majors and minors) allow students to pursue in-depth study in the natural science discipline of one's choice. They also allow one to experience a more diverse education through broader study outside of the natural sciences. Liberal arts graduates are able to find employment in a variety of entry-level positions directly related to their major discipline. They are also able to move into graduate school or professional programs. Liberal arts graduates have the education for significant career ladder movement in their discipline fields. They also have the background to exercise unique job mobility to become entrepreneurs and pioneer new career directions. Pre-Professional Programs are designed for students interested in specific professional careers requiring additional education at professional schools elsewhere. Weber State College has an excellent record of graduates being admitted into professional school programs. Professional Teacher Preparation Programs are designed to meet the needs of students seeking certification to teach in elementary and secondary schools. The Center for Science Education provides opportunities for students to investigate science teaching careers. Career opportunities for teachers with majors or minors in natural science disciplines are excellent. Technical Education Programs are offered to meet the needs of individuals seeking vocational and technical preparation required for skilled job-entry or reentry employment, as well as for career updating and occupational enhancement. Currently, we offer two associate of applied science degree programs and a Certificate of Skill Proficiency. General Education Courses are required of all students who receive a baccalaureate degree from Weber State College. The goal of the School of Natural Sciences' general education requirements is to enrich the quality of the students personal life through learning. The natural sciences general education courses are designed: • To augment the student's understanding of accumulated scientific knowledge, the means of acquiring scientific knowledge, and the methods of expressing and conveying scientific knowledge to others; • To stimulate interests through exposure to new areas of investigation; • To instill an appreciation of the interrelationships among disciplines; • To stimulate growth toward a philosophy of life. Students planning to major or minor in the School of Natural Sciences should contact the appropriate department for assistance in planning their program. The details of the requirements for all majors and minors are listed with the respective departments. Students completing the teaching majors, minors, or emphasis will also work closely with the Center for Science Education and the School of Education. Students completing baccalaureate programs in the School of Natural Sciences may receive either the bachelor of arts degree or the bachelor of science degree. * A teaching major or minor is also available. ** Teaching majors only. Student Services Interdisc. Programs Allied Health Sciences Arts& Humanities Business & Economics Majors Minors Education Botany* Botany* Chemistry* Chemistry* Geography* Geography* Geology Geology* '^i&^^-M^^-'-^^ii^fi Microbiology Microbiology Physics* Physics* Natural Zoology* Zoology* Sciences Biology Composite** Earth Science Composite** Physical Science Composite5 k Professional Programs 1-3 Year Programs A^.I.1 Pre-Agriculture Chem Technician, AAS social Sciences Pre-Dentistry Chem Technician, Pre-Forestry Cert, of Proficiency Pre-Medical Geological Tech, AAS Pre-Optometry Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Range Management Technology Pre-Veterinary Medicine 146 147 Continuing Education