Education
Teacher education is a vital part of Meredith College and views its major purpose as upholding the mission and goals of the college. Our Summer offerings enhance our mission. Both Undergraduate and Graduate courses are offered.
EDU 232 Foundations of American Education (3 credits)
A study of public education from a cultural/historical foundations approach including an understanding of American education goals. Focus is on current issues in education from multiple perspectives. A small group, semester-long project that involves the development of a plan to improve a public school system is a major focus for this course. In addition, there are other specific observations and group assignments that require a considerable time commitment outside of class. Many of these observations, such as attendance at a local board of education meeting may occur in the evening. Prerequisite: Sophomore Standing.
EDU 234 Educational Psychology (3 credits)
Psychological principles that serve as the basis of effective educational practices are examined. Topics related to human development, individual differences, motivation, and learning theory are researched and applied to elementary, middle, and secondary classroom settings. Weekly observations in local public schools are required outside of regularly scheduled class time. Prerequisite: Sophomore Standing.
EDU 241 Introduction to Instructional Media (1 credit)
Successful teachers are informed and knowledgeable about the use of instructional media in their classroom. This course will introduce students to the challenges of classroom teachers as they determine where and how technology fits into the classroom. Students will learn about a wide variety of media materials. NETS-T and NCDPI standards will be introduced.
Note: Completion of EDU 232 and/or EDU 234 or their equivalents is strongly recommended prior to taking this course.
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EDU 600 Curriculum Development (3 credits)
Focusing on “what is learned” and “should be learned” in educational institutions, the course examines perspectives and paradigms of curriculum thought and their connection to educational practice. Attention is given to the relationships between content, pedagogic practice, assessment and curriculum orientation. Students engage in critical reflection on fundamental issues concerning the curriculum; the purpose of education, hidden and explicit learning experiences, the organization and construction of knowledge. In the development of a curriculum project, students apply this understanding to the process of improving classroom and/or institutional practices.
EDU 605 Design and Evaluation of Instructional Materials (3 credits)
Designed to provide the practicing general classroom teacher with the knowledge, skills and dispositions needed for successful inclusive teaching. Students will develop (1) an understanding of the nature and characteristics of the learning and behavior challenges that students with special needs face in the regular classroom; and (2) the practical procedures, collaborative practices and instructional strategies that will help their students learn well, be accepted within their school community and achieve their fullest academic and social potential.
EDU 638 Special Topics in Gifted Education (3 credits)
This course focuses on special topics and issues related to education of the gifted. The primary purpose of the course is to develop in participants the knowledge, conceptual understandings, and skills to recognize and nurture effectively giftedness in all gifted students, including those students who are typically underserved. Specific topics included in the course include the psycho-social adjustment and guidance of gifted learners, the plight of underserved populations of gifted learners, collaboration and consultation in gifted education.
EDU 645 Culture and the Language Teacher (3 credits)
A study of the basic concepts of intercultural communication, including a comparison of American cultural orientations with those of other countries. A look at how these cultural differences relate to language teaching and learning.
EDU 671 Reading Across the Curriculum (3 credits)
An in-depth study of the reading and learning processes as they relate to different content areas of the curriculum. Emphasis is given to developing, evaluating, selecting and adapting instructional media to meet the needs of students working in the content area.
EDU 677 The Teaching of Writing in the K-12 Classroom (3 credits)
The goal of this course is to assist teachers in developing the writing skills of K-12 students. At the conclusion of the course, students will show familiarity with current theories; be able to describe and assist students at various stages of the writing process; describe and assist children learning to write who have cultural and linguistic differences; show familiarity with writing evaluation techniques and writing across the curriculum and integrate technology in the writing process.
EDU 703 Behavior and Classroom Management (3 credits)
This course is designed to give teachers the knowledge and skills to create and maintain effective learning environments. One important aspect of classroom management, behavior management, will be given particular focus. Teachers will understand how to implement positive behavior strategies to help their students learn and engage in appropriate behavior. Field experiences required.
EDU 713 Collaboration with Professionals and Families for Special and General Educators (3 credits)
The expectations for professionals who work in schools and other education settings are changing dramatically. Although most educators enter the field because of their commitment to work with students, few can be successful unless they refine their skills for interacting with other professionals and families. Educators routinely participate in team meetings and collaborative problem solving activities in a variety of settings in which their ability to communicate effectively is critical. This course is designed to assist candidates in building their collaborative skills, developing skills for effectively participating in difficult interactions, and is intended to help candidates attain the knowledge and skills to be leaders in collaborative efforts in schools. Oral Presentation required. Field experiences required. Fall, M. Ed. only; Summer, M. Ed. by permission only.
EDU 714 Learning Strategies Across the Curriculum, for Special Educators K-12 (3 credits)
This course examines models for teaching learning strategies, metacognitive strategies guiding the learning of content, for students with mild/moderate disabilities in grades K -12. Candidates will examine educational research on the application of literacy and learning strategies in the content areas and will learn ways to assess students’ understandings and to use the assessment to plan for instruction. Field experience required. Pre-requisite EDU 711 and EDU 712.
EDU 715 Procedures, Policies, and Assessment for Special Educators (3 credits)
This course provides candidates with a broad knowledge and understanding of a wide range of legal issues related to special education services for students with disabilities. Candidates will have a foundation in effective and efficient assessment and evaluative practices, including standardized and curriculum-based assessment. Field experiences required.
EDU 723 Developing Mathematical Understanding in the Intermediate & Upper Elementary Grades (3 credits)
This course will examine the theory, research and instructional practices essential to developing mathematical understanding of concepts and skills found in the intermediate elementary grades mathematics curriculum. Experiences in this course will focus on helping children develop a sound, foundational understanding of the concepts, language and skills in the areas of numeration, algebraic thinking, geometry, measurement, data analysis and probability. Candidates will learn to assess children’s mathematical understanding and plan engaging, meaningful learning experiences that lead to success for all learners. Prospective teachers will use culturally-relevant contexts such as children’s literature, science, social studies, and the arts to engage students in mathematics. Field experiences required.
EDU 724 Teaching and Integrating Science and Health (3 credits)
This course explores the nature, processes, and products of science and health with an emphasis on content, methods, and curriculum appropriate for teaching in elementary school. Field Experiences required.
EDU 725 Teaching and Integrating Social Studies and the Arts (3 credits)
Prospective elementary teachers will become familiar with the pedagogical principles of the four arts disciplines as they develop and implement learning experiences that meet curriculum objectives in both social studies and the fine arts. Field experiences required.
Schedule: download the schedule
| Term | Section Name | Title | Cred. |
Bldg. |
Rm. |
Days |
Start Time |
End Time |
| First Six Week | EDU-234-A | Educational Psychology-WI | 3
|
LED
|
214
|
TH
|
8:30 AM
|
11:20 AM
|
| First Six Week | EDU-605-A | Design & Eval of Instruc, Mat | 3
|
SMB
|
262
|
MW
|
4:30 PM
|
8:00 PM
|
| First Six Week | EDU-638-A | Topics in Gifted Education | 3
|
LED
|
210
|
TH
|
4:30 PM
|
8:00 PM
|
| First Six Week | EDU-677-A | Teaching Writing K-12 | 3 |
LED |
211 |
TH |
4:30 PM |
8:00 PM |
| First Six Week | EDU-713-A | Collabor- Special Ed and Gen Ed | 3
|
LED
|
206
|
MW
|
4:30 PM
|
8:00 PM
|
| First Six Week | EDU-714-A | Learning Strategies- Special Ed | 3
|
LED
|
206
|
TH
|
4:30 PM
|
8:00 PM
|
| First Six Week | EDU-723-A | Developing Math Understandings | 3
|
LED
|
213
|
MW
|
4:30 PM
|
8:00 PM
|
| First Six Week | EDU-724-A | Teaching & Integrating Science | 3
|
LED
|
213
|
TH
|
4:30 PM
|
8:00 PM
|
| First Three Week | EDU-232-A | Foundations of American Ed. | 3
|
LED
|
206
|
MTWHF
|
8:30 AM
|
11:20 AM
|
| First Three Week | EDU-241-A | Intro to Instructional Media | 1
|
SMB
|
262
|
MTWHF
|
11:30 AM
|
12:50 PM
|
| Second Six Week | EDU-600-A | Curriculum Development | 3
|
LED
|
210
|
MW
|
4:30 PM
|
8:00 PM
|
| Second Six Week | EDU-645-A | Culture & the Language Teacher | 3
|
LED
|
214
|
TH
|
4:30 PM
|
8:00 PM
|
| Second Six Week | EDU-671-A | Reading Across the Curriculum | 3
|
LED
|
211
|
MW
|
4:30 PM
|
8:00 PM
|
| Second Six Week | EDU-703-A | Behavior & Classroom Mgmt. | 3
|
LED
|
206
|
MW
|
4:40 PM
|
8:00 PM
|
| Second Six Week | EDU-715-A | Proc., Policies, Assessment | 3
|
LED
|
5
|
TH
|
4:30 PM
|
8:00 PM
|
| Second Six Week | EDU-725-A | Integ. Social Studies and Arts | 3
|
LED
|
206
|
TH
|
4:30 PM
|
8:00 PM
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