Coaching Endorsement
Accreditation of Programs and Certification
in the Various States
Title II Institutional Reports on the Quality
of Teacher Preparation
Pre-Student Teaching Experiences with Children
or Youth
Required Testing
Rule 20 Compliance
Admission to the Teacher Education Program
Admission to the Professional Semester
EDU 112 Children's Literature
EDU 121 Introduction to Education
EDU 206 Child Psychology
EDU 210 Teacher Assistant I in Elementary or
Secondary Education
EDU 211 Teacher Assistant II in Elementary
or Secondary Education
EDU 219 Applied Adolescent Development
EDU 226 Cultural Diversity/Human Relations
EDU 250 Educational Psychology and Assessment
EDU 310 Classroom Management and Activities
EDU 318 Methods of Teaching Elementary Reading
EDU 351 Reading and Writing in the Content
Areas
EDU 380 Methods of Teaching Elementary Language
Arts
EDU 399 Special Topics
EDU 403 Methods of Teaching Science in Elementary
Schools
EDU 404 Methods of Teaching Social Studies
in Elementary Schools
EDU 409 Professional Seminar (Secondary)
EDU 410 Supervised Teaching Seminar
EDU 411 Supervised Teaching in Elementary
Education (K–6)
EDU 415 Supervised Teaching in Secondary
Education (7–12)
EDU 417 Supervised Teaching in Elementary/Secondary
Education (K–12)
EDU 431 Methods of Teaching
EDU 432 Methods of Teaching Physical Education
EDU 433 Methods of Teaching Science (7–12)
EDU 435 Methods of Teaching Mathematics (7–12)
EDU 437 Methods of Teaching Modern Languages
(7–12)
EDU 438 Methods of Teaching Modern Languages
in the Elementary School
EDU 439 Methods of Teaching Basic Business
(7–12)
EDU 441 Methods of Teaching Social Studies
(7–12)
EDU 443 Methods of Teaching English
(7–12)
EDU 479 Special Projects
EDU 489 Readings in Education
SPE 210 Teacher Assistant I in Special
Education
SPE 211 Teacher Assistant II in Special Education
SPE 230 Introduction to Exceptional Children
SPE 308 Adapted Physical Education
SPE 315 Behavior Management
SPE 320 Consultation and Collaborative Partnerships
SPE 338 Special Education Assessment
SPE 340 Methods and Materials for Teaching
Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities
SPE 399 Special Topics
SPE 405 Reading and Writing Instruction for Students with
Disabilities
SPE 410 Supervised Teaching Seminar
SPE 413 Supervised Teaching in Special Education
K–12
SPE 425 Secondary Issues in Special Education
SPE 489 Readings in Special Education
There is a continuing need in our society for public school teachers
who are sincerely dedicated to serving others. We believe that the
type of student who seeks his or her education in a church-related
college such as Dana is particularly well-suited to this task. The
faculty and staff of Dana College have long been committed to providing
quality programs in teacher education.
Scope of the Teacher Education
Program
Students who wish to graduate with a major in education must complete all program
requirements to be eligible for teacher certification in the state of Nebraska.
Courses completed more than seven years prior to certification are subject
to review by the Education Department and may need to be repeated.
Please Note: Changes in requirements made by the Nebraska State
Department of Education supercede those listed in any Dana College
Catalog.
The Education (Non-teaching) degree is available only in special
situations and through consultation with the Education department
chairperson.
All candidates for teaching certification must have completed one
or more of the approved programs listed below.
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Endorsement Areas
- Elementary Education (K-6)
- Elementary Education (K-6)/Special Education (Mild/Moderate
Disabilities) (K-12)
- Special Education (Mild/
Moderate Disabilities) (K-12)
- Art (K-12)
- Vocal Music (K-12)
- Basic Business (7-12)
- Biology (7-12)
- Chemistry (7-12)
- English (7-12)
- History (7-12)
- Mathematics (7-12)
- Modern Foreign Language (Spanish) (7-12)
- Social Science (7-12)
All teacher education students take three categories of classes:
General Education, Specialty Studies (which are listed in departments
as Majors or Secondary Teachers Majors), and Foundation and Pedagogical
Studies (which are listed as Teacher Certification Requirements).
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General Education Requirements
All teacher education students must meet the Dana College General Education
requirements. For all students seeking endorsement in teacher education,
the following are minimum requirements for the Challenge to Expand portion
of the General Education program. Additional courses may be required depending
on the teaching endorsement selected.
Human Culture: One history course
Human Scientific: One course in biology,
chemistry, physics, or natural science
Human Aesthetic Expression: One course
in literature, and one course in art, music or theater
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Elementary Education
Major (74 credits + 18 credits in an area of concentration)
Candidates successfully completing this program are endorsed to teach K-6 in
general education classrooms. A grade of C or above must be earned in all of
the following courses to be considered passing grades.
- Specialty Studies: (44 credits
in elementary content and 18 credits in a concentration)
ART 313 Methods for Teaching Art in Elementary Schools - 2 credits
EDU 112 Children’s Literature - 2 credits
EDU 250 Educational Psychology and Assessment - 3 credits
EDU 310 Classroom Management and Activities - 2 credits
EDU 318 Methods of Teaching Elementary Reading - 3 credits
EDU 380 Methods of Teaching Elementary Language Arts - 2 credits
EDU 403 Methods of Teaching Science in Elementary Schools - 3 credits
EDU 404 Methods of Teaching Social Studies in Elementary Schools - 2 credits
HEA 105 Personal and Community Health - 2 credits
MAT 222 Methods of Teaching Mathematics in Elementary Schools - 3 credits
MUS 115 Public School Music - 2 credits
PED 303 Methods of Teaching P. E. in Elementary Schools - 3 credits
ENG 218 English Grammar - 3 credits
*One course in literature, from the English Department
(excluding: ENG 304 Literature for Young Adults) - 3 credits
Select one from:
GEO 203 Introduction to Geography - 3 credits
POL 217 American Government - 3 credits
Select one from:
HIS 103 United States History to 1877 - 3 credits
HIS 104 United States History Since 1877 - 3 credits
*One science course from any of the following departments:
Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Natural Science - 3 credits
- Area of Concentration (18 credits)
Elementary majors take 18 credit hours of specialization in one of the areas
of concentration listed below. Courses required in the education major
cannot be used to fulfill the concentration hours.
(Chosen from below)
• Art (see Art Concentration for Elementary Education Majors for description)
• English
• History
• Mathematics
• Modern Foreign Language (German or Spanish)
• Music
• Natural Science
• Special Education
- Pedagogical/Foundations Studies (Teacher
Certification Requirements): (30 credits)
EDU 121 Introduction to Education - 3 credits
EDU 210 Teacher Assistant I - 1 credit
EDU 211 Teacher Assistant II - 1 credit
EDU 206 Child Psychology - 3 credits
EDU 226 Cultural Diversity/Human Relations - 3 credits
SPE 230 Introduction to Exceptional Children - 3 credits
EDU 410 Supervised Teaching Seminar - 1 credit
EDU 411 Supervised Teaching - 15 credits
Elementary Education/Special
Education Major (98 credits)
Teacher Education candidates are endorsed to teach in (K-6) regular classrooms
and in (K -12) Mild to Moderate Disabilities special education classrooms.
A grade of C or above must be earned in all of the following courses to be
considered
passing grades.
- Specialty Studies: (63 credits
in special education/elementary content)
ART 313 Art for Elementary Grades - 2 credits
EDU 112 Children’s Literature - 2 credits
EDU 250 Educational Psychology and Assessment - 3 credits
EDU 310 Classroom Management and Activities - 2 credits
EDU 318 Methods of Teaching Elementary Reading - 3 credits
EDU 380 Methods of Teaching Elementary Language Arts - 2 credits
EDU 403 Teaching Elementary Science - 3 credits
EDU 404 Teaching Elementary Social Studies - 2 credits
ENG 218 English Grammar - 3 credits
HEA 105 Personal and Community Health - 2 credits
PED 303 Physical Education for Elementary Grades - 3 credits
MAT 222 Mathematics for Elementary Education - 3 credits
MUS 115 Elementary School Music - 2 credits
SPE 308 Adapted Physical Education - 2 credits
SPE 315 Behavior Management - 3 credits
SPE 320 Consultation and Collaborative Partnerships - 3 credits
SPE 338 Special Education Assessment - 3 credits
SPE 340 Methods and Materials for Teaching Students
with Mild/Moderate Disabilities - 3 credits
SPE 405 Reading and Writing Instruction for Students with Disabilities -
3 credits
SPE 425 Secondary Issues in Special Education - 2 credits
*One course in literature, from the English Department
(excluding: ENG 304 Literature for Young Adults) - 3 credits
Select one from:
GEO 203 Introduction to Geography - 3 credits
POL 217 American Government - 3 credits
Select one from:
HIS 103 United States History to 1877 - 3 credits
HIS 104 United States History Since 1877 - 3 credits
*One science course from any of the following departments:
Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Natural Science - 3 credits
- Pedagogical/Foundations Studies (Teacher
Certification Requirements): (35 credits)
EDU 121 Introduction to Education - 3 credits
EDU 210 Teacher Assistant I - .5 credit
EDU 211 Teacher Assistant II - .5 credit
EDU 206 Child Psychology - 3 credits
EDU 226 Cultural Diversity/Human Relations - 3 credits
SPE 210 Teacher Assistant I - 1 credit
SPE 211 Teacher Assistant II - 1 credit
SPE 230 Introduction to Exceptional Children - 3 credits
EDU 410 Supervised Teaching Seminar - 1 credit
EDU 411 Supervised Teaching - 10 credits
SPE 413 Supervised Teaching - 9 credits
Special Education Major
(85 credits and 18 credits in a concentration)
Teacher Education candidates completing this program are endorsed to teach
students with mild to moderate disabilities in grades K-12 multicategorical
resource rooms. A grade of C or above must be earned in all of the following
courses to be considered
passing
grades.
- Specialty Studies: (54 credits
in special education content and 18 credits in a concentration)
EDU 250 Educational Psychology and Assessment - 3 credits
EDU 310 Classroom Management and Activities - 2 credits
EDU 318 Methods of Teaching Elementary Reading - 3 credits
EDU 380 Methods of Teaching Elementary Language Arts - 2 credits
EDU 403 Methods of Teaching Science in Elementary Schools - 3 credits
EDU 404 Methods of Teaching Social Studies in Elementary Schools - 2 credits
ENG 218 English Grammar - 3 credits
HEA 105 Personal and Community Health - 2 credits
MAT 222 Methods of Teaching Mathematics in Elementary Schools - 3 credits
SPE 308 Adapted Physical Education - 2 credits
SPE 315 Behavior Management - 3 credits
SPE 320 Consultation and Collaborative Partnerships - 3 credits
SPE 338 Special Education Assessment - 3 credits
SPE 340 Methods and Materials for Teaching Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities
- 3 credits
SPE 405 Reading and Writing Instruction for Students with Disabilities -
3 credits
SPE 425 Secondary Issues in Special Education - 2 credits
*One course in literature, from the English Department
(excluding: ENG 304 Literature for Young Adults) - 3 credits
Select one from:
GEO 203 Introduction to Geography - 3 credits
POL 217 American Government - 3 credits
Select one from:
HIS 103 United States History to 1877 - 3 credits
HIS 104 United States History Since 1877 - 3 credits
*One science course from any of the following departments:
Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Natural Science - 3 credits
- Area of Concentration (18 credits)
Special Education majors take 18 credit hours of specialization in one of
the areas of concentration listed below. Courses required in the special
education major cannot be used to fulfill the concentration hours. (Chosen
from below)
• Art (see Art Concentration for Elementary Education Majors for description)
• English
• History
• Mathematics
• Modern Foreign Language
• Music
• Natural Science
- Pedagogical/Foundations Studies (Teacher
Certification Requirements): (31 credits)
EDU 121 Introduction to Education - 3 credits
EDU 206 Child Psychology - 3 credits
EDU 226 Cultural Diversity/Human Relations - 3 credits
EDU 210 Teacher Assistant I - 0.5 credit
EDU 211 Teacher Assistant II - 0.5 credit
SPE 210 Teacher Assistant I - 1 credit
SPE 211 Teacher Assistant II - 1 credit
SPE 230 Introduction to Exceptional Children - 3 credits
SPE 410 Supervised Teaching Seminar - 1 credit
SPE 413 Supervised Teaching - 15 credits
K-12 Endorsements
Candidates who major in Art, Music or Physical Education are endorsed to teach
the specific subjects in elementary or secondary schools. A grade of C or
above must be earned in all of the following courses to be considered passing
grades.
- Specialty Studies: See requirements
listed under appropriate major in the catalog. All K-12 candidates
must complete major requirements for one or a combination of approved
programs as outlined in departmental listings.
- Pedagogical and Foundation Studies (36-37
Credits)
Teacher Certification Requirements
All prospective K-12 candidates must complete the courses listed
below:
EDU 121 Introduction to Education - 3 credits
EDU 210 Teacher Assistant I - 1 credit
EDU 211 Teacher Assistant II - 1 credit
EDU 219 Applied Adolescent Development - 3 credits
EDU 226 Cultural Diversity/Human Relations - 3 credits
EDU 351 Reading and Writing in the Content Areas - 2 credits
SPE 230 Introduction to Exceptional Children - 3 credits
EDU 409 Professional Seminar - 4 credits
EDU ### Teaching methods in selected area 2 - 3 credits
EDU 417 Supervised Teaching - 14 credits
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Secondary Education/7-12
Candidates successfully completing this program are endorsed to teach specified
subjects in grades 7-12. A grade of C or above must be earned in all of the
following courses to be considered passing grades.
- Specialty Studies: See requirements
listed under the appropriate major in the catalog. All secondary
candidates must complete major requirements for one or a combination
of approved programs as outlined in departmental listings.
- Pedagogical and Foundation Studies (36-37
Credits)
Teacher Certification Requirements
All prospective secondary candidates must complete the courses listed
below:
EDU 121 Introduction to Education - 3 credits
EDU 210 Teacher Assistant I - 1 credit
EDU 211 Teacher Assistant II - 1 credit
EDU 219 Applied Adolescent Development - 3 credits
EDU 226 Cultural Diversity/Human Relations - 3 credits
EDU 351 Reading and Writing in the Content Areas - 2 credits
SPE 230 Introduction to Exceptional Children - 3 credits
EDU 409 Professional Seminar - 4 credits
EDU ### Teaching methods in selected area 2 - 3 credits
EDU 415 Supervised Teaching - 14 credits
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Supplemental Endorsements
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Coaching Endorsement
(17 credits)
The coaching endorsement is only available to education majors. Please see
health and physical education courses to find descriptions of the courses below.
HEA 209 Functional Anatomy - 3 credits
HEA 306 Emergency Care of Sick and Injured - 2 credits
HEA 408 Physiology of Exercise - 3 credits
PED 207 Prevention and Evaluation of Athletic Injuries and Illnesses - 3 credits
PED 313 Sports Psychology - 2 credits
Select 4 credits from:
PED 201 Coaching of Basketball - 2 credits
PED 202 Coaching of Baseball - 2 credits
PED 203 Coaching of Football - 2 credits
PED 204 Coaching of Softball - 2 credits
PED 205 Coaching of Volleyball - 2 credits
PED 206 Coaching of Track and Field - 2 credits
PED 208 Coaching of Soccer - 2 credits
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Accreditation
of Programs and Certification in the Various States
The Teacher Education Program at Dana College is accredited by the National
Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), 2010 Massachusetts
Avenue NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC 20036; phone 202.466.7496; and the Nebraska
State Department of Education. This accreditation covers the institution’s
initial teacher preparation program. While this accreditation status assures
Dana College graduates of teaching certificate reciprocity with many states,
it is the student’s responsibility to ascertain the certification requirements
of those states in which they have an interest in teaching. The teacher education
staff stands ready to assist them in acquiring this information.
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Title II Institutional
Reports on the Quality of Teacher Preparation
A copy of the current Title II Institutional Reports on the Quality of Teacher
Preparation (Higher Education Act) is available upon request. The report can
also be accessed on Dana’s website www.dana.edu.
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Pre-Student Teaching
Experiences with Children or Youth
Each candidate for admission to the professional semester of teacher education
shall present evidence of having earned at least two credit hours in Teacher
Assisting. In order to meet Nebraska certification requirements, those students
who are also seeking a major in special education must complete one semester
hour of Teacher Assistant in an elementary classroom and two credits of Teacher
Assistant in special education classrooms at two levels, elementary and secondary.
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Required Testing
Nebraska statutes require the demonstration of basic skills competencies for
those seeking admission to a Nebraska teacher education program and/or those
seeking an initial teaching certificate in Nebraska. The State Board of Education
has designated the PRAXIS I Pre-Professional Skills Tests (PPST).
Students taking the PPST must achieve a passing score in
reading, mathematics and writing. These requirements must be completed
before any student will be permitted to enroll in the professional
semester at Dana College or any other college in Nebraska. It is
strongly recommended that these tests be taken during the freshman
or sophomore year.
Exit Exam - PRAXIS II
Elementary and Special Education candidates must pass the PRAXIS
II Elementary Education: Curriculum, Instruction, and Assesment
Test in order to complete the teacher education program at Dana
College, and be recommended for certification.
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Rule 20 Compliance
All applicants for teacher education are required annually to sign a statement
under oath to affirm they have not been convicted of a crime. No students
can participate in any observations or field experiences until they have
signed Rule 20 Compliance statements. Students cannot be admitted to the
Teacher Education Program if they have criminal convictions.
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Admission
to the Teacher Education Program
The Teacher Education Committee of Dana College has taken the position that
only those who have demonstrated competent scholarship, superior character,
satisfactory health, and maturity be permitted to enter the program of professional
teacher preparation. All students must be admitted to the Teacher Education
Program prior to admission to the professional semester. Please consult the
Teacher Education Handbook for admission information.
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Admission to the
Professional Semester
Students seeking to student teach during the fall semester must complete a
written application prior to the school year in which the student teaching
is planned. Minimum criteria for retention in the teacher education program
and admission to student teaching are as follows:
- Prior admission to the Education Program.
- Completion of required coursework. Please refer to the Teacher
Education Handbook.
- Recommendation from the Student Life Office.
- Recommendation from the Health Services Office.
- Recommendation from the faculty in the student’s major
area(s).
- A cumulative grade point average in all courses of 2.50. (GPA
of 2.75 in secondary education major areas)
- Submission of Education Department Portfolio. Please refer to
the Portfolio Handbook.
The Teacher Education Committee will meet during the spring semester
to consider applications for admission to student teaching. A student
may be granted conditional or full admission to student teaching,
or may be denied admission by the Committee. The student will be
notified by letter of the Committee’s decision. The student
denied admission to student teaching has the right of appeal and
can request a personal hearing before the Committee to seek a change
in the decision by following the procedure outlined previously under
the Admission to the Teacher Education program section.
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Education Courses
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EDU 112 Children’s
Literature 2 credits
Designed for students in Elementary Education. Students will be required to
read and preview a wide range of books available for today’s young people,
and will become familiar with contemporary authors and books for all ages,
from early childhood to young adult including picture books, chapter books,
poetry and traditional literature. Students will be able to integrate literature
across the curriculum in all content areas.
Projects will include book talks, author studies, a poetry collection, and
an annotated bibliography.
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EDU 121 Introduction to
Education 3 credits
Class activities, guest speakers, field experiences, short term internships,
data gathering, simulations, varied media, technologies, and resources provide
a broad overview of the foundations of education and future focused education
in the United States. Additionally, the learning sessions provide information
concerning the psychological, philosophical, historical, and sociological foundation
of the education and cultural heritage in our democratic society.
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EDU 206 Child Psychology
3 credits
Explores development and behavior of children from conception to adolescence,
emphasizing current theories and research pertaining to child psychology. The
course includes an investigation of physical growth and development, personality
and social learning, intelligence, cognition and perception, language development,
and the impact of peer groups, families, and the media on developmental outcomes.
(Cross-listed as PSY 206)
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EDU 210 Teacher Assistant
I in Elementary or Secondary Education .5-2 credits
Assist public school teachers as a teacher assistant. A minimum of 50 hours
spent in the classroom in the role of teacher assistant is required for one
hour of credit. A maximum of three hours of credit may be earned in this manner.
Grading: Pass/Fail.
Prerequisite: C or above EDU 121 Introduction to Education.
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EDU 211 Teacher Assistant
II in Elementary or Secondary Education .5-2 credits
An expansion of EDU 210. A minimum of 50 hours spent in the classroom in the
role of teacher assistant is required for one hour of credit.
Grading: Pass-Fail.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of EDU 210 Teacher Assistant
I and admission to the Teacher Education Program.
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EDU 219 Applied Adolescent
Development 3 credits
This course is an interesting story of the transition from childhood to adulthood.
Class participants practice administering, scoring and analyzing results of
several diagnostic instruments including learning style assessments, personality
type, self-concept, and conflict resolution instruments. An in-depth project
concerning assessing cognitive developmental theory is an especially valuable
activity. Additionally, activities are included to display the special educational
needs of culturally diverse students, expectations and the influence on achievement
outcomes. Participants also utilize technologies to conduct research into the
content of the psychology of adolescence and produce multimedia packages displaying
their knowledge.
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EDU 226 Cultural Diversity/Human
Relations 3 credits
A study of social issues and theories related to the life experience of various
ethnic, racial, and other social groups. Included is an introduction to such
topics as African-American history, Native-American traditions, Hispanic groups,
Oriental-American cultures, and women’s studies. The course focuses on
patterns of institutional racism and sexism, conflict resolution, empowerment
of oppressed groups, and building community in a pluralistic society.
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EDU 250 Educational Psychology
and Assessment 3 credits
The purpose of this course is to help prospective teachers understand how students
learn and to develop assessment knowledge and skills. Students will use learning
principles and theories to provide learning-oriented instruction, set conditions
to achieve specific learning goals, understand how beliefs in cognition affect
learning, select and use technology that enhances learning, and integrate assessment
as an integral part of the learning process.
Prerequisite: EDU 121 Introduction to Education.
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EDU 310 Classroom Management
and Activities 2 credits
A methods class designed for students in elementary education. The primary
focus is on understanding students and their behaviors and on developing strategies
that create a supportive, caring community of learners. Students will examine
a variety of models of classroom discipline and discuss issues affecting the
lives of students in today’s classrooms.
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EDU 318 Methods of Teaching
Elementary Reading 3 credits
This course focuses on the principles and techniques of teaching reading in
the elementary schools. It presents fundamentals of teaching reading from early
literacy to establishing reading power. Varied approaches will be studied and
evaluated and will include methodological skills and strategies for graphophonic,
semantic, and syntactic cueing systems, literature-based reading instruction,
comprehension, and the development of fluent reading and writing. Evaluation
and diagnosis of reading problems as well as current reading research will
also be covered. Adapting instruction to individual differences in students
will be addressed.
Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program
or permission of instructor.
Corequisite: EDU 380 Methods of Teaching Elementary Language Arts.
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EDU 351 Reading and Writing
in the Content Areas 2 credits
Secondary preservice teachers will gain knowledge and skills needed to assist
their students in developing content area literacy, or those skills necessary
to read, comprehend, and respond to instructional material in a given subject
area. Secondary preservice teachers will engage in assessing the reading level
of students and the student’s prior knowledge, selecting appropriate
materials for a wide range of interests, and developing and evaluating the
student’s understanding of content. Students will apply an understanding
of the constructivist theory in designing an instructional framework that helps
students become more active learners of content. Students will also identify
learner objectives that match state standards.
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EDU 380 Methods
of Teaching Elementary Language Arts 2 credits
Designed for students in elementary education. The course focuses on key principles
in language arts, and the primary components of communication, which include
talking, listening, reading, writing, viewing, and visual ways of making meaning.
The instructional approaches include focus units, theme cycles, and the reading-writing
workshop. Development in specific skills and strategies in handwriting, spelling,
grammar, language, and reference will be emphasized. Authentic assessment in
the language arts curriculum will also be examined.
Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program or permission
of instructor.
Corequisite: EDU 318 Methods of Teaching Elementary Reading.
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EDU 399 Special Topics
1-3 credits
A selected area of study in education. The topic is announced in the appropriate
semester’s course schedule.
Prerequisite: Generally, sophomore standing or permission
of instructor. Offered as needed.
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EDU 403 Methods of Teaching
Science in Elementary Schools 3 credits
A consideration of the principles and techniques of teaching elementary school
science and health. Primary focus will be on best practices in teaching science.
Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program
or permission of instructor.
Corequisite: EDU 404 Methods of Teaching Social Studies in Elementary Schools.
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EDU 404 Methods of Teaching
Social Studies in Elementary Schools 2 credits
A consideration of the principles and techniques of teaching elementary school
social studies. Primary focus will be on planning integrated curriculum units
and on best practices in social studies instruction.
Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program
or permission of instructor.
Corequisite: EDU 403 Methods of Teaching Science in Elementary Schools.
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EDU 409 Professional Seminar
(Secondary) 4 credits
This course is an exciting hands-on experience designed to assist preservice
teachers in planning student-centered learning environments and to practice
implementing these plans. It prepares preservice teachers to become a competent
teacher modeling the framework of the Dana College Department of Education.
Activities include teaching mini-sessions in the classroom on campus, participating
in seminars at area schools and learning to infuse technologies into classroom
activities.
To be taken prior to the professional semester.
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EDU 410 Supervised Teaching Seminar 1 credit
This seminar will provide student teachers continual support by college
supervisors and discourse with colleagues as they progress through
their supervised teaching experience. Prerequisite: Admission to
the Teacher Education Program; Corequisite: EDU 411 Supervised
teaching.
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EDU 411 Supervised Teaching
in Elementary Education (K-6) 10-16 credits
Students will assume responsibility for classes in an elementary school under
the close supervision of a faculty supervisor and a cooperating teacher in
the public school.
To be taken during the professional semester.
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EDU 415 Supervised Teaching
in Secondary Education (7-12) 14 credits
Students will assume responsibility for classes in a middle school or senior
high school under the supervision of a faculty supervisor and a cooperating
teacher in the public school. To be taken during the professional semester.
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EDU 417 Supervised Teaching
in Elementary/ Secondary Education (K-12) 14 credits
For students seeking endorsement in Art, Music, or Physical Education. Students
will assume responsibility for classes at both the elementary and secondary
levels under the supervision of a faculty supervisor and a cooperating teacher
in the public school.
To be taken during the professional semester.
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EDU 431 Methods of Teaching
Art 2 credits
Designed for teachers seeking certification for teaching art in grades K-12.
The course includes a study of textbooks, curriculum guides, materials and
methods of teaching art.
To be taken prior to the professional semester.
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EDU 432 Methods of Teaching
Physical Education 2 credits
An analysis of the variety of teaching methods, effective class grouping, grading,
and other pertinent issues in teaching.
To be taken prior to the professional semester.
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EDU 433 Methods of Teaching
Science (7-12) 2 credits
This course is designed for students seeking certification for teaching biology
and/or chemistry in grades 7-12. The course includes the study and application
of the following instructional areas directly related to the 7-12 science classroom:
instructional planning, teaching methods and strategies, assessment of student
learning, and teaching and learning resources including the incorporation of
instructional technology. The course includes discussion of educational issues
and trends in science education.
To be taken during the professional semester.
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EDU 435 Methods of Teaching
Mathematics (7-12) 2 credits
This course is designed for students seeking certification for teaching mathematics
in grades 7-12. The course includes the study and application of the following
instructional areas directly related to the 7-12 mathematics classroom: instructional
planning, teaching methods and strategies, assessment of student learning,
and teaching and learning resources including the incorporation of instructional
technology. The course includes discussion of educational issues and trends
in mathematics education.
To be taken during the professional semester.
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EDU 437 Methods of Teaching
Modern Languages (7-12) 2 credits
Designed for students seeking certification for teaching modern languages in
grades 7-12. The course includes the study and application of teaching methods
and strategies, instructional resources, and assessment of student learning.
To be taken prior to the professional semester.
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EDU 438 Methods of Teaching
Modern Languages in the Elementary School 3 credits
This course prepares education majors with a minor/concentration/
major in Spanish to teach basic language skills in elementary or
pre-schools. The course includes the study of age-appropriate methods and strategies,
instructional resources, and assessment of student learning as well as a teaching
practicum in community pre-schools.
Prerequisites:
SPA 302 Spanish Contemporary Short Stories, or equivalent, and
permission of the instructor. Offered as needed.
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EDU 439 Methods of Teaching
Basic Business (7-12) 2 credits
This course is designed for students seeking certification for teaching business
in grades 7-12. The course includes the study and application of the following
instructional areas directly related to the 7-12 business classroom: instructional
planning, teaching methods and strategies, assessment of student learning,
and teaching and learning resources including incorporation of instructional
technology. The course includes discussion of educational issues and trends
in business education.
To be taken prior to the professional semester.
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EDU 441 Methods of Teaching
Social Studies (7-12) 2 credits
This course is designed for students seeking certification for teaching social
studies in grades 7-12. The course includes the study and application of the
following instructional areas directly related to the 7-12 social sciences
classroom: instructional planning, teaching methods and strategies, assessment
of student learning, and teaching and learning resources including the incorporation
of instructional technology. The course includes discussion of educational
issues and trends in social sciences education.
To be taken prior to the professional semester.
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EDU 443 Methods of Teaching
English (7-12) 2 credits
This course is designed for students seeking certification for teaching English
in grades 7-12. The course includes study and application of the following
instructional areas directly related to the 7-12 English classroom: instructional
planning, teaching methods and strategies, assessment of student learning,
and teaching and learning resources including the incorporation of instructional
technology. The course includes discussion of educational issues and trends
in English education
To be taken prior to the professional semester.
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EDU 479 Special Projects
1-3 credits
An opportunity for advanced students to develop skills through individualized
projects which may involve research, participation, or reporting.
Prerequisites: Education major, junior standing and permission
of instructor and department chair.
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EDU 489 Readings in Education
1-3 credits
Independent study through directed reading.
Prerequisites: Active pursuit of an education endorsement, junior standing,
and permission of instructor and department chair.
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Special Education Courses
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SPE 210 Teacher Assistant
I in Special Education 1 credit
Assist public school teachers as a teacher assistant. A minimum of 50 hours
of laboratory experience is required for each credit. A maximum of three credits
may be earned in all teacher assistant experiences. Grading: Pass/Fail.
Prerequisite: C or above in EDU 121 Introduction to Education.
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SPE 211 Teacher Assistant
II in Special Education 1 credit
Assist public school teachers as a teacher assistant. A minimum of 50 hours
of laboratory experience is required for each credit. Grading: Pass/Fail.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Teacher Assistant
I and admission to the Teacher Education Program.
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SPE 230 Introduction to
Exceptional Children 3 credits
The purpose of the course is to acquaint the student with the broad area of
special education and with the characteristics and the educational needs of
children with exceptionalities likely to be encountered in a general education
classroom including the following: hearing impairments, speech/language disorders,
including autism, visual impairments, orthopedic impairments, mild/moderate
mentally handicapped, emotional and behavioral disorders, gifted and talented,
ADHD and traumatic brain injury. Historical legislation will be examined as
well as the requirements of IDEA. The remainder of the class will be a survey
of the areas of exceptionality, characteristics and special educational strategies
used.
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SPE 308 Adapted Physical
Education 2 credits
Designed to introduce the causes and characteristics of prevalent disabilities
that influence the motor performances of school-aged children and to gain knowledge
in developing appropriate curriculum and teaching techniques to better serve
those with special needs. (Cross-listed as PED 308)
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SPE 315 Behavior Management
3 credits
This course is designed to prepare prospective teachers to use
a variety of methods and techniques to manage the classroom behavior
of children who display challenging behaviors. A major portion
of the course is based on principles of applied behavior analysis.
Throughout the course, emphasis is placed on functional assessment
as a method for identifying students' challenging behaviors and
developing appropriate classroom interventions. Interventions described
in the course are based primarily on the use of positive reinforcement
and teaching students self-management skills.
Prerequisites: SPE 230 Introduction to Exceptional Children and
admission to the Teacher Education Program or permission of instructor.
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SPE 320 Consultation and Collaborative
Partnerships 3 credits
This course is designed to help future educators understand and
learn how to communicate effectively with other professionals and
parents in schools and the community. Specialized communication
and interaction skills are necessary to work effectively in collaborative
partnerships. In this course, students will learn how to communicate
effectively with personnel in schools and community agencies. In
order to accomplish this goal, students will be exposed to the
various roles, responsibilities, and programs that exist in school
settings.
Prerequisites: SPE 230 Introduction to Exceptional Children
and admission to the Teacher Education Program or permission of
instructor.
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SPE 338 Special Education
Assessment 3 credits
This class will provide an understanding of the purpose and importance of diagnostic
measurement in special education. The selection, interpretation and usefulness
of selected instruments including norm-referenced and criterion referenced
tests, curriculum-based assessment, and social functioning data will be incorporated.
Students will use the state standards and will both select and develop tests
appropriate for students with disabilities. Practice in application of assessment
results to individualized program development and management will be included.
Students will receive intensive practice in the IEP process and development.
Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program.
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SPE 340 Methods and Materials
for Teaching Students with Mild to Moderate Disabilities 3 credits
This course focuses on the study of the methods, materials, resources, and
responsibilities of general and special education teachers working with students
with mild to moderate disabilities. Course content focuses on developing instructional
strategies to provide effective programs in a range of placements. Students
successfully completing this course will have mastered skills that enable them
to effectively write instructional objectives, utilize teacher effectiveness
variables, design generic strategies for improving students' academic performance,
and implement content area instructional strategies for exceptional children.
Prerequisites: SPE Introduction to Exceptional Children and admission to
the Teacher Education Program or permission of instructor.
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SPE 399 Special Topics
1-3 credits
A selected area of study in special education. The topic is announced in the
appropriate semester’s course schedule.
Prerequisite: Special education major and Sophomore standing.
Offered as needed.
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SPE 405 Reading and Writing
Instruction for Students with Disabilities 3 credits
This course is designed to give preservice teachers skills and
strategies for instructing students who struggle to acquire literacy
skills, including students with verified disabilities and low-achieving
students. The focus will be on small group and individual instructional
strategies that can be used in inclusive classrooms as part of
a total literacy curriculum. Instructional strategies will address
oral language, reading, writing, and spelling.
Prerequisites: SPE Introduction to Exceptional Children, SPE
338 Special Education Assessment, SPE 340 Methods and Materials
for Teaching Students with Mild to Moderate Disabilities, EDU 318
Methods of Teaching Elementary Reading, and EDU 380 Methods of
Teaching Elementary Language Arts.
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SPE 410 Supervised Teaching Seminar 1 credit
This seminar will provide student teachers continual support by college
supervisors and discourse with colleagues as they progress through
their supervised teaching experience. Prerequisite: Admission to
the Teacher Education Program; Corequisite: SPE 411 Supervised
teaching.
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SPE 413 Supervised Teaching
in Special Education K-12 10-16 credits
Students will assume responsibility for instruction in a program for the mildly/moderately
retarded under the close supervision of a faculty supervisor and a cooperating
teacher in the public school. A minimum of 40 clock hours of laboratory experience
is required for each credit.
To be taken in the professional semester.
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SPE 425 Secondary Issues
in Special Education 2 credits
This course will focus on effective career and vocational strategies for secondary
students with diverse needs and is appropriate for any education or special
education major that will be teaching at risk students. The class will include
a historical overview of secondary special education programs, including career
and vocational programs. There will also be an examination of issues involving
older students with disabilities including work-study, transition, interagency
agreements, and school/community resources. The primary focus of the course
will be the successful integration of students with disabilities in the community.
Practical information concerning transitional programs required by IDEA and
Rule 51 will be discussed and programs developed.
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SPE 489 Readings in Special
Education 1-3 credits
An opportunity for the advanced student to read extensively under the supervision
of the instructor in areas such as: mildly/moderately mentally retarded, learning
disabilities, behaviorally disordered, orthopedic impairments, and parent involvement/communication.
Prerequisites: SPE 230 Introduction to Exceptional Children
and SPE 331 Inclusion Strategies for Teaching Learners with Special
Needs, junior standing, and permission of instructor.
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