2003-2005 Catalog - University of Arkansas at Monticello
2003-2005 Catalog - University of Arkansas at Monticello
2003-2005 Catalog - University of Arkansas at Monticello
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EDUC Courses(Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Educ<strong>at</strong>ion)EDUC 1143 Educ<strong>at</strong>ion for Schools and Society:Developing Teacher Leaders3 credits: 3 hours lecture, 1 hour labor<strong>at</strong>oryDesigned to provide students with a basic introductionto the historical, legal, social, and philosophical aspects<strong>of</strong> public educ<strong>at</strong>ion. Character educ<strong>at</strong>ion and ethicswill be discussed. Students will particip<strong>at</strong>e in servicelearning activities with children and adults.Technology infusion activities will include emailapplic<strong>at</strong>ions and the use <strong>of</strong> graphics. Offered fall andspring.EDUC 2223 Developing Critical Literacy Skills3 credits: 3 hours lecture, 1 hour labor<strong>at</strong>oryPrerequisite: EDUC 1143Designed to improve students’ understanding <strong>of</strong>language and communic<strong>at</strong>ion through developingskills in: (1) traditional literacy, (2) scientific literacy, (3)m<strong>at</strong>hem<strong>at</strong>ical literacy, and (4) technological literacy.Emphasis will be placed on developing writing skills.Students will tutor in field-based settings and will usetechnology during the tutoring experiences includingdesktop publishing, graphics, and d<strong>at</strong>abasemanagement. Offered fall and spring.EDUC 2253 Needs <strong>of</strong> Diverse Learners in InclusiveSettings3 credits: 3 hours lecture, 1 hour labor<strong>at</strong>oryPrerequisite: EDUC 1143Designed to provide students with a basic introductionto special educ<strong>at</strong>ion and the cultural, socioeconomic,and emotional needs <strong>of</strong> students. Students will observelearners in field settings and will utilize technologythrough internet research and s<strong>of</strong>tware analysis.Offered fall and spring.EDUC 3203 Educ<strong>at</strong>ional Psychology: DevelopingLearners3 credits: 3 hours lecture, 1 hour labor<strong>at</strong>oryPrerequisite: Admission to Teacher Educ<strong>at</strong>ion ProgramDesigned to provide an understanding <strong>of</strong>: (1) childgrowth and development, (2) styles <strong>of</strong> learning, (3)theories <strong>of</strong> learning, and (4) the role <strong>of</strong> the family in thelearning process. Students will observe in public schoolfield settings and will utilize technology throughdesktop publishing and graphics. Offered fall andspring.EDUC 3563 Effective Instructional and ManagementStr<strong>at</strong>egies3 credits: 3 hours lecture, 1 hour labor<strong>at</strong>oryPrerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Educ<strong>at</strong>ion ProgramDesigned to improve students’ understanding <strong>of</strong>: (1)classroom management techniques, (2) st<strong>at</strong>e standardsand curriculum frameworks, (3) assessment techniques,and (4) the integr<strong>at</strong>ed curriculum. Students will workin small group settings in field-based public schoolsand will use technology during the small groupexperiences to support instructional activities,including the use <strong>of</strong> web-based and/or present<strong>at</strong>ions<strong>of</strong>tware. Offered fall and spring.EDUC 3733 Behavior Management3 credits: 3 hours lectureTre<strong>at</strong>s behavior management and shaping theory.EDUC 460V Clinical Internship I4-6 credits: InternshipPrerequisite: Admission to Clinical Internship ICorequisite: Appropri<strong>at</strong>e content methods course<strong>of</strong>fered in the majorEDUC 463V Clinical Internship II12-15 credits: InternshipPrerequisite: Clinical Internship IENGL Courses(English)ENGL 0133 Fundamentals <strong>of</strong> English3 credits: 3 hours lectureFundamentals <strong>of</strong> basic grammar usage and writingskills stressing reading skills as a basis for effectivewriting.NOTE: This course may not be counted toward a majoror minor in English or toward the general educ<strong>at</strong>ionprogram or be taken for credit after achieving a “C” orbetter in any other English course.ENGL 1013 Composition I3 credits: 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Grade <strong>of</strong> “C” or better in ENGL 0133,s<strong>at</strong>isfactory ACT score, or Dean’s permission.Writing course stressing reading skills as a basis foreffective writing.ENGL 1023 Composition II3 credits: 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Grade <strong>of</strong> “C” or better in ENGL 1013 orDean’s permission.Writing course emphasizing reading skills as a basis foreffective writing. Documented term paper is required.ENGL 1033 Honors Composition I3 credits: 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Minimum ACT composite score <strong>of</strong> 24 orDean’s permission.Writing course emphasizing reading and writing on amore sophistic<strong>at</strong>ed level than ENGL 1013. NOTE:Fulfills the General Educ<strong>at</strong>ion requirement for ENGL1013. May not be taken for credit by students who havetaken Freshman Composition I.178Course Descriptions