2009-2010 Undergraduate Course Catalog - University of Regina

eading processes and teaching strategies that address individual
differences.
*** Prerequisite: EPS 100 ***
* Note: Normally offered in fall semester only. *
ERDG 425 3:3-1
Assessment and Treatment of Reading Difficulties
This course provides teachers with information about the assessment
and treatment of reading difficulties. It also provides experience
working with children who have reading problems.
*** Prerequisite: ELNG 205, ELNG 325 and ERDG 215 ***
ERDG 498 1-3:0-0
ERDG Independent Study II
ERDG 499 1-3:0-0
ERDG Independent Study I
EREL
Faculty of Education
Religious
Education
EREL 300 3:3-0
Introduction to Religious Education
A foundational course on the theory and methodology of religious
education in the elementary and secondary school.
*** Prerequisite: At least second year standing and RLST 100, or
permission of the subject area. ***
* Note: Normally offered in fall semester only. *
EREL 498 1-3:1-0
EREL Independent Study II
EREL 499 1-3:1-0
EREL Independent Study I
ES
Faculty of Arts
European Studies
International Studies
Program
ES 200 3:3-3
Introduction to European Studies
An interdisciplinary introduction to the principal historic and emerging
contemporary features of Europe. The course will explore the defining
yet very diverse characteristics of social, intellectual, political,
economic and cultural life and will examine the motivation for and
impact of integration on European Union member states.
*** Prerequisite: Completion of 15 credit hours ***
ES 400 3:3-3
Capstone Course in European Studies
This course consolidates an understanding of the essential
characteristics of contemporary and emergent cultural, economic and
political life in Europe. In particular, the character and impact of
European integration on historically differentiated member states will
be considered. The significance of European contributions to the
world community will also be examined.
** Permission of the Coordinator is required to register. **
ES 401 3:3-3
European Studies Honours Thesis I
A research thesis in European Studies, part I.
** Permission of the Coordinator is required to register. **
ES 402 3:3-3
European Studies Honours Thesis II
A research thesis in European Studies, part II.
** Permission of the Coordinator is required to register. **
ESCI
Faculty of Education
Science Education
ESCI 215 3:3-3
Introduction to Teaching of Elementary School Science
Philosophy, objectives, curriculum materials, structure, and teaching
of elementary school science. Enquiry approach to science education.
*** Prerequisite: Completion of first year in the Elementary Program.
***
ESCI 300 3:3-3
Curriculum and Instruction in Science (Grades 7-10)
Designed to familiarize prospective and practicing teachers with
curriculum and instructional strategies in grades 7-10 science. This
course is required of all secondary science students.
*** Prerequisite: At least 3 courses in the major or minor area, or
permission of the subject area. ***
ESCI 302 3:3-3
Environmental Education
Theory and practice in environmental education, including the history
and philosophy of environmental education, course design (K-12), and
issues investigation.
ESCI 310 3:3-1.5
Science Education (Pre-K to Grade 5)
Curriculum, instruction and evaluation in elementary school science.
Pedagogical application of prerequisite course material presented in
Environmental Education (ESCI 302).
*** Prerequisite: ESCI 302 and one approved science elective and
acceptance into pre-internship. ***
ESCI 317 3:3-1
Introduction to Teaching and Learning Science in Middle Years
Classrooms
Examination of curricular concepts using strategies appropriate to
middle years learners. Topics include assessment and instructional
strategies for student-centred instruction. Students through direct
experience will develop strategies and knowledge that enables them
to gain confidence in the delivery of a highly interactive science
program.
*** Prerequisite: For elementary (middle years concentration) preinternship
students only. ***
ESCI 350 3:3-3
Curriculum and Instruction in Secondary School Science
The critical appraisal of secondary school science curricula through
investigation of the nature, purposes, and trends in secondary school
science and the construction of personal practical theory (framework)
for instruction.
*** Prerequisite: ESCI 300 or permission of the subject area ***
* Note: Normally offered in winter semester only. *
ESCI 351 3:3-3
Special Topics in Secondary School Science Education
Special topics in curriculum and instruction in the secondary school
sciences (biology, chemistry, and physics). Area of emphasis
determined by student needs.
*** Prerequisite: ESCI 300 or ESCI 350, and at least 15 credit hours in
science. ***
* Note: Normally offered in winter semester only. *
ESCI 354 3:3-0
Curriculum and Instruction in Secondary School Physics
This course will explore fundamentals of teaching physics from a
hands-on, student centred approach. A variety of instructional
strategies will be explored, demonstrated and practiced. Content of
the Saskatchewan Physics 20 and 30 Curricula will be examined.
ESCI 355 3:3-0
Teaching Methods for Secondary School Physics
This course explores teaching physics with a foundation of a
constructivist learning model. A focus will be on developing
instructional strategies and resources that are consistent with
constructivist principles of learning. Content of the Saskatchewan
Physics 20 and 30 Physics Curricula will be used as the central focus
of resource creation.
ESCI 360 3:3-3
Learning and Assessment in Science Education
This course explores the design of assessment strategies based on a
constructivist model of learning for use in science education. A range
of alternative strategies will be examined including some focused on
the exploration of STSE issues in science and society.
ESCI 370 3:3-0
Curriculum and Instruction in Secondary School Chemistry
This course will explore fundamentals of teaching chemistry from a
hands-on, student centred approach. A variety of instructional
strategies will be explored, demonstrated and practiced. Content of
the Saskatchewan Chemistry 20 and 30 Curricula will be explored.
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