2023-2024 BSC Catalog Updated_UG ONLY_FINAL[82]

172 ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
education. In addition, numerous social (quality of life) issues of importance to teachers,
students, and society in general are addressed. Laboratory and background clearance
required. An Experiential Learning and Poverty Studies designated course.
ED 210 WR Curriculum Design (1)
Introduces the principles of curriculum design and development, including learning
theory, instructional strategies, lesson planning, classroom management, assessment
approaches; and process, determinants, and organization of curricula found in public and
private schools. This course includes working with children with special needs. A
Writing Reinforcement and Leadership Studies designated course. Prerequisite: at least
one year of college coursework.
ED 216 IA Tough Topics: Equity, Justice, and Representation in Children’s and
Young Adult Literature (1)
An exploration of tough topics as they are addressed in picture books, novels, and nonfiction
texts written for children or adolescents. Considerable attention is given to using
literature to help young people develop a deeper understanding of social justice, equity,
and representation. An Interpretation and Analysis designated course.
ED 219 CE Creative Arts in Teaching (1)
Provides pre-service teachers with techniques for integrating music, art, drama, and
movement into classroom instruction in grades K-6. A Creative Expression designated
course. Prerequisite: at least one year of college coursework.
ED 293, 393, 493 Independent Study in Education (½ or 1)
Directed study for advanced students in the major. Specific guidelines concerning
independent study projects appear in the “Exploration Term and Contract Learning”
section of this catalog.
ED 297, 397, 497 Internship in Education (½ or 1)
An internship opportunity allowing students to practice career skills and/or further
develop abilities beneficial for graduate study. Specific guidelines concerning internships
appear in the “Exploration Term and Contract Learning” section of this catalog.
ED 298, 398, 498 Teaching Experience in Education (½ or 1)
A contracted teaching experience that requires instructor approval. Specific guidelines
concerning teaching experiences appear in the “Teaching Experiences” section of this
catalog.
ED 299 Exploring Teaching (1)
A field-based Exploration term project that requires observation and participation in
classrooms at the elementary, middle-school, or high-school level. Specific requirements
are listed in the Exploration Term Bulletin, which is published every fall. Background
clearance required. Exploration term.
Birmingham-Southern College Catalog 2023-2024