Education Course Descriptions

Note: EDF 1005 and EDG 2701 requires a complete criminal offense review (fingerprinting) as a condition to complete the required 15 hours of Field Experience in a K-12 classroom setting.  These 15 hours are in addition to the regular classroom hours

EDF 1005 INTRODUCTION TO EDUCATION

This course is an introduction to the development and organization of the American educational system and profession. It examines historical, sociological, ethical and philosophical foundations of education. 47 contact hours, plus 15 hours of field experience in an early childhood, elementary, middle, or secondary school setting is required.

EDG 2701 TEACHING DIVERSE POPULATIONS

This course is designed to introduce prospective teachers to the issues involved in a multicultural approach for American educational systems. It reviews the significance of multicultural worldviews and examines changing demographic patterns which affect school populations, diverse perspectives which impact teaching and learning in educational systems, and effective instructional strategies for working with diverse student populations. 47 contact hours plus an additional 15 hours participation in a variety of multicultural experiences are required.

EME 2040 INTRODUCTION TO EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY

This is a survey course designed to introduce teachers to the use of microcomputer technology, telecommunications, educational software, software evaluation, instructional applications and ethical, legal and social issues dealing with the use of technology in education. Three hours weekly.