Education Courses

1. Introduction to Education in the United States (2 hours)
A course providing a broad, general survey of education in the United States, designed to help students decide whether to continue coursework in professional education. This course is a prerequisite to further work in the department. (Normally offered each semester.)

75. Field Experience (1 hour)
A course designed to allow students an opportunity to determine if they have a talent for teaching. Students will be assigned to assist a preschool, elementary, or secondary school teacher for a designated period of time each week. May be repeated a maximum of three times. P/F only.
Pre or corequisite(s): Education 1. (Normally offered each semester.)

77. Field Experience (1 hour)
The course is designed to provide students with an exploratory experience in preschool or kindergarten. Students will be assigned to assist teachers for a designated period of time each week. May be repeated a maximum of three times. P/F only.
Pre or corequisite(s): Education 1.

100. Art in the Elementary School

See Art 100.

105. Human Development and Learning I (2 hours)
A course designed to acquaint students with the basic principles of growth and all phases of human development. Students will be required to assist an elementary or secondary teacher for a 50-minute period twice a week.
Pre or corequisite(s): Education 1 or permission of the instructor. (Normally offered each semester.)

105L. Human Development and Learning I Lab (0 hours)
Students observe/assist in educational settings associated with our P-12 school system.
Corequisite(s): Education 105. (Normally offered each semester.)

106. Human Development and Learning II (2 hours)
A continuation of Education 105 with emphasis on the principles of learning and their application in the field of education. Secondary students will be required to assist a school teacher for a 50-minute period twice a week. Pre or corequisite(s): Education 1 and 105, or permission of the instructor. (Normally offered each spring semester.)

106L. Human Development and Learning II Lab (0 hours)
Students observe/assist in secondary level school settings. Only students seeking 7-12 certification complete this lab.
Corequisite(s): Education 106. (Normally offered each spring semester.)

108. Introduction to Early Childhood Education (3 hours)
A course designed for those who are concerned with teaching children from birth through age eight. The content will integrate knowledge about child growth and development into the process of preparing a meaningful educational program for young children. A unit on educational assessment and interpretation of results is also included.

109. Reading Theory (2 hours)
This course serves as a theoretical foundation for the Reading and Language Arts Methods course. The students will define reading and discuss the purposeful nature of reading. The class presents a survey of the various theories of reading acquisition and familiarizes students with specific theorists. It will encourage students to begin forming their own philosophy about the reading process. The State Standards for Reading and Writing will be presented and explored for their connections to theory and practice. The interconnectedness of listening, speaking, reading, and writing will be explored. This course will begin to build the bridge between theory and classroom application. (Normally offered each spring semester.)

121. Music Methods and Materials for Elementary Teachers

See Music 121.

168. Literature for Children and Youth (3 hours)
An introduction to and survey of the genres of literature for children, along with the place of children’s literature in the curriculum and the evaluation of the literary worth of children’s books. Opportunity to design trade book activities is provided by a lab experience. (Normally offered each spring semester.)

169. Learning Resources for Young Adults (3 hours)
A survey study of instructional materials of special interest to the junior and senior high school age. Examination of various sources of print and nonprint materials. Includes bibliotherapy, book-talk techniques, notable authors/producers, and prize winning materials. Discussion of censorship, controversial issues, selection criteria, and the tools to keep abreast of the field.

185. Education in a Pluralistic Society (3 hours)
This course, which meets the Nebraska Human Relations Training requirement for teacher certification, focuses on the history, culture, and contributions of African Americans, Native Americans, Asian Americans, and Hispanics. In addition, it seeks to sensitize students to dehumanizing biases experienced by groups due to race, ethnicity, gender, social class, religion, exceptionality, sexual orientation, and language background.
Prerequisite(s): Declaration of an education major or a K-12/7-12 Teacher Education Certification program with the Registrar’s Office. (Normally offered each semester.)

187. Instructional Technology

See Special Eduction.

190. Selected Topics (1, 2, or 3 hours)
A course designed to treat subject matter not covered in other standard courses or to provide study of subject matter introduced in other courses. The title, content, and credit hours will be determined by current mutual interests of faculty and students.
Prerequisite(s): Approval of the department chair.

196. Special Projects (1, 2, or 3 hours)
An opportunity for a student to engage in an individually arranged project supervised by a member of the faculty.
Prerequisite(s): Approval of the department chair.

200. Art in the Secondary School

See Art 200.

204.Methods for Teaching Modern Languages K-6 (3 hours)
A study of a variety of methods as well as curriculum design/implementation for successful teaching of modern languages in the elementary classroom. Materials are evaluated as well as created to enhance learning. French, German, Japanese, and Spanish are included.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Teacher Education program or permission of the department chair.

213. Educational Assessments: Secondary (3 hours)
A study of teacher-made, informal tests as well as formal, standardized tests. Students learn to devise assessment instruments for evaluation purposes. They also learn to administer, score, and interpret the results of standardized tests.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program or permission of the department chair. (Normally offered each semester.)

214. Methods for Teaching Modern Languages in Middle and Secondary Schools (3 hours)
A study of a variety of methods as well as curriculum design/implementation for successful teaching of modern languages in the middle and secondary school classroom. Materials are evaluated as well as created to enhance learning. French, German, Japanese, and Spanish are included.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Teacher Education program or permission of the department chair.

215. Educational Assessments: Directed Study (2 hours)
A study of the tools and techniques of measurement and evaluation. The specific topics depend upon the student’s program and needs.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program or permission of the department chair.

220. The Middle and Junior High Schools (3 hours)
A study of the organization, function, administration, interdisciplinary curriculum, instruction, assessment, pupils, and history of the middle school and the junior high school. Students design and teach an interdisciplinary unit plan that incorporates specific teaching and assessment strategies as well as integrates forms of instructional technology.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program or permission of the department chair.

222. Public School Music - Instrumental

See Music.

224. Methods in Teaching Communication and Theatre Arts in Middle and Secondary Schools (3 hours)
A survey of the methods of teaching communication in the classroom and of directing extracurricular activities.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program or permission of the department chair.

228. Methods in Teaching Science in Middle and Secondary Schools (3 hours)
The study and use of teaching methods and models in middle and secondary schools and their application to the learning styles of these age groups. Includes an examination of various science curriculum programs, laboratory safety procedures, and the selection and organization of content and teaching materials.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program or permission of the department chair.

229. Methods in Teaching Mathematics in Middle and Secondary Schools (3 hours)
The study of the methods of teaching mathematics in middle and secondary schools. Includes teaching materials, methods, objectives, and various models of teaching.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program or permission of the department chair.

230. Elementary General Music Methods

See Music 230.

232. Secondary Vocal Music Methods

See Music 232.

235. General Secondary Methods (2 hours)
A critical and functional study of effective methods of instruction with emphasis on the planning/ teaching/ assessment processes applicable for junior high and high schools. Students design and teach an interdisciplinary unit plan in 236 practicum that incorporates specific forms of instructional technology.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program or permission of the department chair. Corequisite(s): Education 236. (Normally offered each semester.)

236. General Secondary Methods Lab (1 hour)
Students plan and teach a variety of lessons within a unit plan that incorporates specific teaching and assessment strategies. Second, students will apply various classroom management approaches.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program or permission of the department chair. Corequisite(s): Education 235. (Normally offered each semester.)

237. General Secondary Methods: Directed Study (2 hours)
A study of effective methods of instruction used in junior and senior high schools.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program or permission of the department chair.

239. Methods in Teaching Reading in Middle and Secondary Schools (3 hours)
A course focusing on the methodology, processes, and content of reading at the secondary school level. Particular attention is given to strategies effective in teaching developmental reading, content area reading, and basic skills in diagnosis and remediation. Laboratory experiences are provided.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program or permission of the department chair.

240. Teaching Mathematics in Elementary and Middle Grades (2 hours)
This course focuses on the content and process skills of teaching and learning math in the elementary and middle grades. The course incorporates methodologies (including interdisciplinary approaches) for developing and implementing curriculum and assessing learning. Laboratory experiences are provided.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program or permission of the department chair. Corequisite(s): Education 244. (Normally offered each spring semester.)

242. Teaching Social Sciences in Elementary and Middle Grades (3 hours)
A course focusing on the methodology, processes, and content of elementary social sciences. It includes strategies for teaching the seven disciplines of the social sciences, interdisciplinary approaches, human relationships, mental health, and community health. Laboratory experiences are provided.
Prerequisite(s): Education 109 and acceptance into the Teacher Education Program or permission of the department chair. (Normally offered each fall semester.)

244. Teaching Natural Sciences in Elementary and Middle Grades (3 hours)
This course focuses on the content and process skills of teaching and learning science in the elementary and middle grades. The course incorporates methodologies (including interdisciplinary approaches) for developing and implementing curricula and assessing learning. Laboratory experiences are provided.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program or permission of the department chair. Corequisite(s): Education 240. (Normally offered each spring semester.)

245. Methods for Teaching Literacy in Elementary and Middle Grades (4 hours)
A course focusing on planning, teaching, and assessing the four broad areas of literacy: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The course includes writing plans that address objectives and standards, and meeting the needs of individual students. Teaching includes a variety of methodologies: basal series, direct instruction, holistic approaches, and balanced instruction. Effective listening, speaking, and writing through knowledge and proficiency in grammar usage, spelling, and handwriting are covered. Students gather information and experiences throughout the semester to form their own philosophies of teaching and assessing literacy. A unit on educational assessment and interpretation of results is also included. Includes 25 hours of practicum experience.
Prerequisite(s): Education 109 and acceptance into the Teacher Education Program or permission of the department chair. Corequisite(s): Special Education 248. (Normally offered each fall semester.)

246. Methods Practicum (2 hours)
A practicum opportunity allowing students to practice the planning, teaching, assessment, and dispositions that are presented in methods classes.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): Education 240, 242, 244, 245, Special Education 246, 248, 270.

260. Methods in Teaching English in Middle and Secondary Schools (3 hours)
A diagnostic view of all elements pertinent to teaching English inmiddle and secondary schools. Strong practical emphasis will be placed on the proportional and organized development of middle and secondary English courses, realistic presentation of materials, and the practical and varied methods of testing appropriate to such courses.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program or permission of the department chair.

264. Methods in Teaching Social Sciences in Middle and Secondary Schools (3 hours)
Designed for middle and secondary education students working toward certification in one of the following social science fields: economics, general social sciences, history, political science, psychology, and sociology.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program or permission of the department chair. (Normally offered each fall semester.)

278. Supervised Teaching in Elementary School Music (7 hours)
Students work with one or more music teachers in an elementary school.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program or permission of the department chair.

279. Supervised Teaching in Early Childhood Programs (4-7 hours)
Students are given the opportunity to teach children in an early childhood program (birth through kindergarten). They teach a full day for ten weeks, attend the student teaching seminar, and conference with their college supervisor as directed.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of preliminary student teaching requirements and approval of the department chair. Corequisite(s): Education 280 or Special Education 287.

280. Supervised Teaching in the Elementary School (7-14 hours)
Students work with one or more regular teachers in an elementary school. They teach a full day, attend the student teaching seminar, and conference with their college supervisor as directed.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of preliminary student teaching requirements and approval of the department chair.

281. Supervised Teaching in Elementary School Physical Education (7 hours)
Students work with one or more regular physical education teachers in an elementary school. They attend the student teaching seminar and conference with their college supervisor as directed.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of preliminary student teaching requirements and approval of department chair.

282. Methods of Teaching Business in Middle and Secondary Schools (3 hours)
This course will provide a practical overview of setting objectives, utilizing teaching materials, selecting and organizing subject matter, and instructing and evaluating as applied to accounting and basic business subjects.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program or permission of the department chair.

283. Supervised Teaching in Secondary School Music (7 hours)
Students work with one or more music teachers in a secondary school.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of preliminary student teaching requirements and approval of the department chair.

285. Supervised Teaching in the Middle Grades (7-14 hours)
Students work with one or more regular teachers in a middle grades classroom. They attend the student teaching seminar and conference with their college supervisor as directed. Prerequisite(s): Completion of preliminary student teaching requirements and approval of the department chair.

286. Classroom Management and Discipline for All Students (1 hour)
This course focuses on various attitudes, behaviors, and techniques which lead to effective classroom management. Students will engage in critical thinking and reflection as they review and develop effective classroom management practices.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program or permission of the department chair. (Normally offered each fall semester.)

287. Supervised Teaching in the Secondary School (1-14 hours)
Students work with one or more regular teachers in a secondary school. They attend the student teaching seminar and conference with their college supervisor as directed.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of preliminary student teaching requirements and approval of the department chair.

289. Urban Student Teaching Semester (14 hours)
The Chicago Center for Urban Life and Culture project is a semester-long program that involves both interdisciplinary class work and field experiences in Chicago, Illinois, including full time student teaching. The semester program will replace certain teacher certification program requirements as determined by the department chair.
Prerequisite(s): Students must meet the preliminary requirements for student teaching, be approved by the education department and the chair of the department in which the student is majoring, and be accepted by the Chicago Center Program Director.

290. Selected Topics (1, 2, or 3 hours)
A course designed to treat subject matter not covered in other standard courses, or to provide advanced study of subject matter introduced in other courses. The title, content, and credit hours will be determined by current mutual interests of faculty and students.
Prerequisite(s): Approval of the department chair.

296. Special Projects (1, 2, or 3 hours)
An opportunity for a student to engage in an individually arranged project supervised by a member of the faculty.
Prerequisite(s): Approval of the department chair.

299. Student Teaching Seminar (1 hour)
A capstone course that meets biweekly for two hours to focus on two areas: to provide a structured and safe environment to dialogue about student teaching successes and concerns; and second, invited speakers, students and instructor, discuss topics most pertinent to student teaching, how to obtain a teaching position, and critical issues for the beginning teacher. Topics include educational law, morals and ethics, student/teacher/parent rights and responsibilities, establishing and maintaining positive communication with the staff and community, as well as interviewing and job search skills.
Corequisite(s): Student teaching or permission of the department chair. (Normally offered each semester.)

Special Education Courses

76. Field Experience (1 hour)
A course designed to allow students an opportunity to assist a preschool, elementary, middle grades, or junior high special education teacher for a designated period of time each week. May be repeated a maximum of three times. P/F only.
Corequisite(s): Special Education 107 for special education majors. (Normally offered each fall semester.)

107. Understanding Human Differences (3 hours)
This course provides an overview of basic concepts related to the inclusive education of differently abled students. A broad understanding of a range of low and high incidence disabilities will be explored. Historical factors, legislation, litigation, service delivery models, and cross-cultural issues are examined in the course. Students will complete a fieldwork experience that will allow them an opportunity to assist kindergarten, elementary, middle school, or junior high special education students for a designated period of time. (Normally offered each fall semester.)

118. Learning Strategies I: Direct Instruction Methods (3 hours)
Students will learn to develop and deliver specific academic and social curriculum using Direct Instruction/ Behaviorist methodology. Demonstration of competence of instructional design and evaluation within a Direct Instruction/Behaviorist model is emphasized in relation to students with mild/moderate disabilities. Students may complete a fieldwork experience that will allow students an opportunity to assist a preschool, elementary, or middle school special education teacher for a designated period of time using these instructional methods.

119. Learning Strategies II: Strategy Training (3 hours)
Students will learn to develop and deliver specific academic and social curriculum using Cognitive Strategy methodology. Demonstration of competence of instructional design and evaluation within a Cognitive Strategy framework is emphasized for students with mild/moderate disabilities. Students may complete fieldwork experience that will allow them an opportunity to assist a preschool, elementary, or middle school special education teacher for a designated period of time using these instructional methods.

120. Learning Strategies III: Cooperative Learning (3 hours)
Students will learn to develop and deliver specific academic and social curriculum using Social Learning theory and methodology. Demonstration of competence in instructional design and evaluation with a Social Learning theory model is emphasized for students with mild/moderate disabilities. Students may complete a fieldwork experience that will allow them an opportunity to assist a preschool, elementary, or middle school special education teacher for a designated period of time using these instructional methods.

187. Instructional and Adaptive Technology (3 hours)
This course is the study of the various forms of instructional technology available to today’s educators. Instructional technologies include computers, data bases, wireless telecommunication, augmentative communication software, literacy, and mathematic support software. Specific emphasis is placed on those forms of adaptive technology that will assist the teaching and learning of students with mild/moderate disabilities. (Normally offered each semester.)

196. Special Projects (1, 2, or 3 hours)
An opportunity for a student to engage in an individually arranged project supervised by a member of the faculty.
Prerequisite(s): Approval of the department chair.

207. Methods of Teaching Secondary Students with Disabilities (3 hours)
A course designed to acquaint secondary education students with appropriate teaching strategies and methodologies for the regular classroom when teaching students who are gifted or have mild/moderate disabilities. Legal responsibilities and obligations concerning both populations are also discussed. A field experience is included as part of this course. (Normally offered each spring semester).

216. Assessment (2 hours)
This course is a study of the informal and formal techniques and instruments for assessing children/youth for a variety of functions across multiple curriculum areas. Primary focus will be on effective tools for the identification and support of children/youth with mild/moderate disabilities.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program or permission of the department chair. (Normally offered each spring semester.)

246. Methods Practicum (1 hour)
A practicum opportunity allowing students to practice adapting lessons for children with exceptionalities.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): Education 240, 242, 244, 245, 246, Special Education 248, 270.

248. Curriculum Adaptations for Language Art Methods (1 hour)
As a corequisite with Education 245, this course will involve the critical study of materials, curriculum, and effective instruction used in teaching children and youth with mild/moderate disabilities.
Corequisite(s): Education 245. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program or permission of the department chair.

257. Legal Issues in Special Education (2 hours)
This course provides students with knowledge of national, state, and local laws, policies, procedures, and resources that affect the definition of disability and the ensuing education programs for students with mild/moderate disabilities. Models of social and personal advocacy will form a critical foundation for development of a personal consultation model. Students will reflect their understanding of these issues through the development of Individual Education Plans, Transition Plans, and School Service Plans for students with mild/moderate disabilities.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program or permission of the department chair. (Normally offered each fall semester.)

268. Education of Preschool Children Who are Handicapped (2 hours)
This course provides an overview of the basic concepts related to early intervention and an in-depth study of instructional programming for infants and preschoolers with disabilities. Historical factors, legislation, assessment, and collaboration skills with other professionals and families are examples of topics emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program or permission of the department chair. (Normally offered each spring semester.)

270. Curriculum Adaptations for Math and Science Methods (1 hour)
As a corequisite of Education 240 and Education 244, this course involves the critical study of materials, curriculum, and effective instruction used in teaching children and youth with mild/moderate disabilities.
Corequisites: Education 240, 244. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program or permission of the department chair. (Normally offered each spring semester.)

271. Creating Supports for Safe Schools (2 hours)
This course provides an intensive study of ways that collaborative practice can support children with emotional/ behavioral needs. An emphasis of the course will be, on the creation of safe schools through cognitive, behavioral, and social support strategies.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program or permission of the department chair.

277. Special Education Practicum (14 hours)
Students are given the opportunity to teach children/youth who have mild/moderate disabilities in the elementary and middle grades. They teach a full day during all the Nebraska Wesleyan semester.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of preliminary student teaching requirements and approval of the department chair.

285. Supervised Teaching in Mildly/Moderately Handicapped Programs, 6-9 (7 hours)
Students are given the opportunity to teach children who have mild/moderate disabilities in the middle grades for 10 weeks.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of preliminary student teaching requirements and approval of the department chair.

287. Special Education Practicum (7 hours)
Students are given the opportunity to teach children who have mild/moderate disabilities in the elementary grades for 10 weeks.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of preliminary student teaching requirements and approval of the department chair.

288. Supervised Teaching in Preschool/Handicapped Programs (7 hours)
Students are given the opportunity to teach preschool children with disabilities in an early childhood special education program (birth through kindergarten) for 10 weeks.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of preliminary student teaching requirements and approval of the department chair.

290. Selected Topics (1, 2, or 3 hours)
A course designed to treat subject matter not covered in other standard courses or to provide advanced study of subject matter introduced in other courses. The title, content and credit hours will be determined by current mutual interests of faculty and students.
Prerequisite(s): Approval of the department chair.

296. Special Projects (1, 2 or 3 hours)
This course provides an opportunity for a student to engage in an individually arranged project supervised by a member of the faculty.
Prerequisite(s): Approval of the department chair.