2009-2011 - Benedict College

EDUCATION , CHILD & FAMILY STUDIES DEPARTMENT 95
EDUCATION COURSES
ED 111,112, 211, 212, 311, 312, 411, 412 Seminars
(Descriptions for all seminars are on pages 69-70.)
credit 1 hr. ea.
The course offerings in education include professional education and content specialization for Early
Childhood Education and Elementary Education. Professional education courses for secondary education
are also offered in this department.
ED 130 Historical and Philosophical Foundations/Practicum
credit 3 hrs.
Some of the influential movements in our society which have shaped American education are examined.
Included is a study of basic philosophical concepts, ideas, and proposals of educational philosophers
from antiquity to modern times; reform movements, legislative acts and court decisions are
stressed. Ten (10) hours of practicum experience are required.
ED 322 Diagnostic-Prescriptive Reading Practicum
credit 2 hrs.
This course introduces the processes of diagnosing individual learner needs and prescribing learning
experiences to remedy these needs. The learning needs of both typical and atypical pupil populations
are considered. Ten (10) hours of practicum experience are required. Prerequisite: Admission to
Teacher Education Program.
ED 323 Instructional Planning and Assessment
credit 2 hrs.
This is a general methods course which will introduce prospective teachers to the planning process,
methods, strategies, evaluation techniques, and authentic assessment. Higher order thinking skills,
multiple intelligences and learning/teaching styles and modalities will be emphasized. Ten (10) hours
of practicum experience are required.
ED 325 Instructional Technology/Practicum
credit 2 hrs.
This course introduces students to various uses of computers, educational software, and other instructional
technologies in the classroom. Ten (10) hours of practicum experience are required.
Prerequisite: Technology Competency Exam or CSC 131.
ED 327 Cultural Diversity/Practicum
credit 2 hrs.
This course involves a study of the theoretical and practical foundations for successful teaching in
diverse classroom environments. Students are required to complete ten (10) hours of practicum experience.
ED 331 Social Studies Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment in the credit 3 hrs.
Elementary School/Practicum
This course introduces the student to the skills, strategies, techniques, and materials for teaching and
assessing elementary school social studies. A twenty (20) hour practicum is required. Pre-requisite:
Admission to Teacher Education Program.
ED 332 Science and Health Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment credit 3 hrs.
in the Elementary School/Practicum
Emphasis is placed on process skills, strategies, techniques, and materials for teaching and assessing
science and health in the elementary school. A twenty (20) hour practicum is required.
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program.
ED 335 Educating African American Students
credit 3 hrs.
This course analyzes historical and contemporary factors that influence the education of African
American children in the United states. The course emphasizes the knowledge, skills and dispositions
required by educators and parents to provide an effective and equitable education for African
American students.
ED 337 Mathematics Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment
credit 3 hrs.
in the Elementary School/Practicum
Emphasis is placed on skills, strategies, techniques and materials for teaching and assessing elementary
school mathematics. A twenty (20) hour practicum is required. Prerequisite: Admission to
Teacher Education Program.