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2019-2020 Catalogue [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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EDUC 10000 - Introduction to Education Course Credit: 1.25
INTRODUCTION TO EDUCATION This is a survey course that addresses a variety of topics that include: history of education; diversity of learners; societal changes; educational philosophy; instructional technology; school organization; family and community involvement; cultural diversity; differentiation; lesson planning; and professional development. The course includes a 50-hour supervised field placement in the appropriate content area in a local school. Enrollment in this course is typically limited to first year and sophomore students. Annually.
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EDUC 11000 - Using Phonics to Teach Reading &, Develop Literacy Course Credit: 1
(COMD, COMM, COMS)
USING PHONICS TO TEACH READING AND DEVELOP LITERACY In this course students explore techniques and strategies used to teach children to match, blend, and translate letters of the alphabet into sounds they represent and meaningful units. Emphasis is placed on the following topics: technology-related resources; the nature and role of word recognition; multiple literacies; methods and rationale for the instruction of phonemic awareness; fluency and vocabulary; instructional strategies for using children’s literature; diversity; differentiation; decoding; spelling; and word recognition. This class includes a series of focused observations in various early childhood classrooms. Annually.
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EDUC 12000 - Content Area Literacy Course Credit: 0.5
CONTENT AREA LITERACY In this course students consider and examine the research and reading strategies used when teaching content in grades 7-12. Emphasis is placed on the following topics: diversity of learners; needs of struggling readers; developing effective strategies; reflection; ESL/ELL learners; instructional technology; differentiation; assessment; and cooperative and collaborative learning. Students observe teachers using content area reading teaching strategies. Prerequisite(s): Take EDUC-10000 Annually.
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EDUC 14000 - Interdisciplinary Fine Arts Course Credit: 1
INTERDISCIPLINARY FINE ARTS IN THE EARLY CHILDHOOD YEARS This course is designed to help students explore developmentally appropriate practice and curriculum design and implementation within the areas of art, music, drama, and movement. Students examine lesson planning, assessment, instructional technology, community organizations that support the arts, instructional strategies, developmentally appropriate practice, diversity, differentiation, interdisciplinary planning, teaching and learning, and program organization and classroom management available to meet the needs of all learners within the area of fine arts. Several observations and hands-on clinics sponsored by a local community arts center are required in this course. Annually.
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EDUC 17000 - Intro to Intervention & Student Support Course Credit: 1
Introduction to Intervention and Student Support This course is designed to explore the federal government’s exceptionalities categories and special education models currently used in schools. Emphasis is placed on the following topics: laws governing special education; research-to-practice gap; disproportionate representation in special needs classrooms; impact of ELL/ESL; at risk students; collaborations with colleagues and students’ families; instructional differentiation; early intervention; problem-solving; writing and interpreting the I.E.P.; and cultural diversity. The course includes a 20-hour field placement within a special needs classroom. Annually. Fall and Spring. [D]
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EDUC 19903 - Urban Education Course Credit: 1
URBAN EDUCATION This course examines the context of education in urban settings and includes an exploration of the historical evolution of “school” as an urban socio-political institution, building a deeper understanding of the impact of race, ethnicity, and social class on the development of this institution. Utilizing relevant film and scholarly writings, emphasis will be placed on current educational policy and school reform efforts, understanding the experiences of “at-risk” students facing varying and confounding challenges, and thinking critically about a range of traditional and alternative school models along with the impact of private and parochial schools on the overall urban education landscape. Annually.
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EDUC 19905 - Teaching Globally Engaged Learners Course Credit: 1
TEACHING GLOBALLY ENGAGED LEARNERS This course examines multicultural education with a focus on the historical, sociological and philosophical foundations of education and on ways to help school-aged students investigate the world, recognize perspectives other than one’s own, communicate ideas, and take action. Students will examine culturally responsive curricula and, as we recognize the value and strength of diversity, be encouraged to reflect and actively participate in the classroom, our community and the world. Lastly, students will consider ways to teach and integrate students whose first language is not English.
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EDUC 20000 - Introduction to Intervention & Student Support Course Credit: 1
(COMD, COMM, COMS)
TEACHING CHILDREN W/ EXCEPTIONALITIES This course is designed to explore the federal government’s exceptionalities categories and special education models currently used in schools. Emphasis is placed on the following topics: laws governing special education; research-to-practice gap; disproportionate representation in special needs classrooms; impact of ELL/ESL; at risk students; collaborations with colleagues and students’ families; instructional differentiation; early intervention; problem-solving; writing and interpreting the I.E.P.; and cultural diversity. The course includes a 20-hour field placement within a special needs classroom. Annually. [D]
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EDUC 20500 - Reading, Teaching, & Learning Course Credit: 1
(COMD)
READING, TEACHING, AND LEARNING: LITERATURE AND MEDIA FOR CHILDREN AND YOUNG ADOLESCENTS Engaging children in the process of literacy is fundamental to their academic success and engagement with the world around them. The ways in which we create these engagements is highly context depended - even more so in educational settings. What is intriguing about this engagement is why a child or young adolescent picks up, reads, and loves a particular book. The course is designed with readings, discussions, and assignments cause students to think about text, especially those for youth, differently and more critically than they have in the past and focuses on readings, discussions, films, and speakers, and applying what you are learning to your own life experiences and those of others.
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EDUC 21000 - Theory & Practice in Teaching Reading Course Credit: 1.25
THEORY AND PRACTICE IN TEACHING READING This is a comprehensive course that introduces students to the theory and practice of acquiring literacy and developing instructional strategies for teaching reading in early childhood settings. Some course topics include: theoretical and methodological approaches; diagnostic and organizational techniques; writing; new and multiple literacies; assessment; teaching comprehension, vocabulary, phonemics awareness, writing, and working with words; content area reading; children’s literature; ESL/ELL learners; differentiation; teaching diverse populations; instructional technology; the role of family and community; and classroom environment. This course includes a 50-hour supervised field experience in a reading/literacy-related classroom. Recommended: EDUC-23100 recommended Prerequisite(s): Take EDUC-10000 Annually.
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EDUC 23100 - Intro to Early Childhood and Elementary Education Course Credit: 1.25
INTRODUCTION TO EARLY CHILDHOOD AND ELEMENTARY EDUCATION This course introduces students to the theory and practice which drives current early childhood education. Designed to present an exploration of an integrated and developmentally appropriate curriculum and the implementation of that curriculum, the course provides opportunities to examine many topics related to early childhood education. A 50-hour supervised field experience in an appropriate educational setting provides exposure to a diverse student population, instructional technology in an array of social service agencies, the early childhood profession, and a variety of curriculum guidelines and expectations. Prerequisite(s): Take EDUC-10000 Annually.
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EDUC 25100 - Intro to Adolescent to Young Adult Education Course Credit: 1.25
INTRODUCTION TO ADOLESCENT TO YOUNG ADULT EDUCATION This course is designed to introduce students to teaching at the adolescent to young adult level, grades 7-12. Emphasis is placed on the following topics: evidence-based learning; instructional technology; curriculum models; learning theories; instructional planning; assessment; motivation; the role of family and community; accountability; classroom management; and strategies for meeting the needs of all learners. A 50-hour supervised field experience in a local 7-12 classroom appropriate to the area of licensure is required. Prerequisite(s): Take EDUC-10000 Annually. [W]
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EDUC 26000 - Curriculum: Math/Science/Social Studies, In the Early Childhood Years Course Credit: 1.25
CURRICULUM: MATH/SCIENCE/SOCIAL STUDIES IN THE EARLY CHILDHOOD YEARS This course is designed to help students examine curriculum and instruction in the areas of math, science, health, safety, and nutrition in the early childhood years. Topics include: developmentally appropriate practice; content area reading; content specific teaching and assessment strategies; the role of family and community; differentiation; instructional technology; ESL/ELL learners; and collaborative and cooperative learning. A 50-hour supervised field placement in a content-specific early childhood setting is required. Prerequisite(s): Take EDUC-10000 Annually. [QL]
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EDUC 26500 - Social & Cultural Environments in Early, Childhood Education Course Credit: 1
SOCIAL AND CULTURAL ENVIRONMENTS IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION This course examines current research that addresses the significance of the home, school, and community on the growth and development of young children. Emphasis is placed on early childhood educators establishing and maintaining collaborative, cooperative programs and activities that involve families of young children. Topics are explored through lecture, readings and discussions, student presentations, small and large group activities, community speakers, community field trips, video presentations, and 10 hours of focused, field-directed experiences. Annually. [HSS, SJ, W]
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EDUC 27000 - STEM in P-5 Learning Environments Course Credit: 1
STEM in P-5 Learning Environments This content course is designed to provide students with a clear understanding of foundational knowledge necessary to demonstrate an understanding of major concepts, skills, and practices, as they interpret disciplinary curricular standards and related expectations within and across all areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) for curricular implementation in preschool thru grade 5 learning environments. Additionally, students will apply understandings of major mathematics concepts, algorithms, procedures, applications and mathematical practices in varied contexts, and connections within and among mathematical domains relevant to the specified grade bands. This course also emphasizes the integration of the three dimensions of science and engineering practices, cross-cutting concepts, and major disciplinary core ideas, within the major content areas of science and mathematics for children ages 3-10. Prerequisite(s): EDUC-10000
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EDUC 28000 - Integ Soc Stds & Arts in P-5 Lrng Env Course Credit: 1
Integrated Social Studies and the Arts in P-5 Learning Environments This content course is designed to provide students with a clear understanding of foundational content knowledge necessary to demonstrate understandings, capabilities, and practices associated with the central concepts and tools in Civics, Economics, Geography, and History (including Ohio) within a framework of informed inquiry. Additionally, emphasis will be placed on core knowledge necessary for curriculum design, and implementation within the areas of art, music, drama and movement in P-5 environments Prerequisite(s): EDUC-10000
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EDUC 30000 - Classroom Management as Social Justice Course Credit: 1
Classroom Management as Social Justice This course examines topics relevant to teachers preparing to teach grades 7-12. Topics include: advocacy and social justice; classroom management; effective professional relationships; roles and responsibilities of various school personnel; PBIS, social-emotional development; classroom systems for collecting/analyzing behavioral data; responding to unwanted behavior; multicultural education; legal and ethical implications of teaching; matching curriculum to student needs; the impact of trauma; professionalism; standards and accountability. Prerequisite(s): EDUC-10000, EDUC-23100, EDUC-25100, or MUSC-29000 Annually. [SJ]
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EDUC 31000 - Assessment & Intervention in Teaching Reading Course Credit: 1
ASSESSMENT AND INTERVENTION IN TEACHING READING This course is designed to provide an in-depth exploration of formal and informal assessment and intervention strategies in the early childhood years. Topics include: observation and assessment of reading skills; value-added assessments; diagnosis and remediation of reading difficulties; use of children’s literature; multidisciplinary teaching, planning, and evaluation of instructional lessons and units; evaluation of technology tools; implementation of the I.E.P.; use of family-centered assessment; reflective practice; collegial relationships; and professionalism. An impact on student learning? project is integral to this course and requires both pre- and post- assessments and a 12-week tutoring experience with school-aged children. (QL) Prerequisite(s): Take EDUC-10000 and EDUC-11000 Annually. [QL]
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EDUC 32000 - Advanced Methods and Assessment in AYA Education Course Credit: 1.25
ADVANCED METHODS AND ASSESSMENT IN LANGUAGE ARTS, INTEGRATED MATHEMATICS, OR INTEGRATED SOCIAL STUDIES EDUCATION This course is designed for those students who plan to teach grades 7-12 in either English/Language Arts, Mathematics or the Social Studies. Topics include: curriculum development, content area reading, implementation of Ohio Academic Content Standards and/or the Common Core State Standards; instructional models and methods; issues of diversity; integration of instructional technology and 21st century learning; assessment strategies; and research applications/best practices appropriate to the specified content area. A 50-hour supervised field placement in a content-appropriate classroom setting is required. Prerequisite(s): Take EDUC-10000 and EDUC-25100 Annually. [QL]
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EDUC 33000 - Adv Curriculum Methods & Assessment in Early Childhood & Elementary Education Course Credit: 1
Advanced Curriculum Methods & Assessment in Early Childhood & Elementary Education - This course encourages students to examine thedevelopment and implementation of curriculum and
instruction for early and elementary grade levels (PK-5). Course topics include the creation of measurable goals using existing student testing data as well as the collection, interpretation and
reporting of new quantitative (and qualitative) assessment data to inform teaching strategies and curriculum planning using differentiated pedagogical models. Additionally classroom management, school climate, meeting the needs of diverse learners and collaborative/cooperative learning will also be addressed. A central focus of this course is a semester-long quantitative reasoning “impact on student learning” research project. A 50-hour supervised field placement in an early or elementary classroom setting is required. [QL] Prerequisite- EDUC-10000
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EDUC 40000 - Tutorial Course Credit: 0.25
Maximum Credit: 1.25
TUTORIAL May be repeated. Annually.
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EDUC 41000 - Internship Course Credit: 0.25
Maximum Credit: 1
INTERNSHIP A structured, usually off-campus experience, in which a student extends classroom knowledge to a work position within a community, business, or governmental organization. Student interns work and learn under the joint guidance of a host organization supervisor and a College of Wooster mentor. The student must arrange the internship in advance through the appropriate department or program. No more than six internships, and a maximum of four Wooster course credits, will count toward graduation. The form for registering for an internship and the Internship Learning Plan are available in the office of the Registrar. May be repeated.
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EDUC 49000 - P-5 Student Teaching & Seminar Course Credit: 1
P-5 STUDENT TEACHING AND SEMINAR Placement consists of a full-time, 12-week supervised teaching experience in a pre-school, K, 1st, 2nd, or 3rd grade classroom.
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EDUC 49100 - P-5 Student Teaching & Seminar Course Credit: 1
P-5 STUDENT TEACHING AND SEMINAR Placement consists of a full-time, 12-week supervised teaching experience in a pre-school, K,1st, 2nd, or 3rd grade classroom. Annually.
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EDUC 49200 - P-5 Student Teaching & Seminar Course Credit: 1
P-5 STUDENT TEACHING AND SEMINAR Placement consists of a full-time, 12-week supervised teaching experience in a pre-school, K,1st, 2nd, or 3rd grade classroom. Annually.
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EDUC 49300 - AYA Student Teaching & Seminar Course Credit: 1
ADOLESCENT/YOUNG ADULT STUDENT TEACHING AND SEMINAR: Placement consists of a full-time, 12-week supervised teaching experience in a local, approved adolescent and young adult setting (grades 7-12) within the appropriate area of licensure. Annually.
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EDUC 49400 - AYA Student Teaching & Seminar Course Credit: 1
ADOLESCENT/YOUNG ADULT STUDENT TEACHING AND SEMINAR Placement consists of a full-time, 12-week supervised teaching experience in a local, approved adolescent and young adult setting (grades 7-12) within the appropriate area of licensure. Annually.
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EDUC 49500 - AYA Student Teaching & Seminar Course Credit: 1
ADOLESCENT/YOUNG ADULT STUDENT TEACHING AND SEMINAR Placement consists of a full-time, 12-week supervised teaching experience in a local, approved adolescent and young adult setting (grades 7-12) within the appropriate area of licensure. Annually.
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EDUC 49600 - Multiage Student Teaching & Seminar Course Credit: 1
(MUED)
MULTIAGE STUDENT TEACHING AND SEMINAR Placement consists of a full-time, 12-week supervised teaching experience in a local, approved multiage music setting (two different levels, divided among the pre-school, K-6, 7-8, and 9-12 environments). Annually.
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EDUC 49700 - Multiage Student Teaching & Seminar Course Credit: 1
(MUED)
MULTIAGE STUDENT TEACHING AND SEMINAR Placement consists of a full-time, 12-week supervised teaching experience in a local, approved multiage music setting (two different levels, divided among the pre-school, K-6, 7-8, and 9-12 environments). Annually.
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EDUC 49800 - Multiage Student Teaching & Seminar Course Credit: 1
(MUED)
MULTIAGE STUDENT TEACHING AND SEMINAR Placement consists of a full-time, 12-week supervised teaching experience in a local, approved multiage music setting (two different levels, divided among the pre-school, K-6, 7-8, and 9-12 environments). Annually.
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