Eduaction
Course Descriptions
EDU 5113 Research Literature and Technology
A study of the resources, technology, and form for the purpose
of educational research and preparation of formal papers in
the student’s field of study.
EDU 5213 Language Arts/Reading Curriculum
A study of strategies of teaching language arts and reading
to children early childhood through grade four. Instruction
that encompasses developmentally appropriate reading and writing
skills is analyzed. The course will acquaint students with the
impact of diversity and technology in the contemporary classroom.
State language arts/reading standards and assessments will be
emphasized.
EDU 5243 Differentiated Learning Strategies
Provides a knowledge base for teaching special populations in
today’s diverse classroom. Topics will include: characteristics
of learners; legal and ethical issues; planning for instruction;
strategies for teaching the content areas; integration of relevant
technology; and an introduction to formal and informal assessments.
State standards and assessments will be emphasized.
EDU 5313 Mathematics Curriculum
Consideration of teaching developmentally appropriate mathematics
to children early childhood through grade four. Math concepts
and technology will be applied to children in diverse classrooms.
State mathematics standards and assessments will be emphasized.
EDU 5323 Educational Leadership and Supervision
An overview of leadership and supervision competencies necessary
for Christian school administration. Emphasis is given to long-range
planning, personnel selection, supervision, evaluation procedures,
and staff development. The course discusses strategies needed
to develop appropriate relations with faculty, boards, and parents.
The development of policy manuals, various forms, and applications
will be addressed.
EDU 5413 Social Studies Curriculum
An overview of citizenship education for children early childhood
through grade four. Democratic ideals and institutions in a
diverse society will be stressed. In writing developmentally
appropriate thematic units and lesson plans, students will become
acquainted with recent trends in the social studies, including
materials and technology available. State social studies standards
and assessments will be emphasized.
EDU 5423 Christian School Admin. Finance & Legal Issues
A study of financial management, legal and ethical issues related
to all aspects of the Christian school. Budgeting procedures
and the administration of church-school funds are carefully
explored.
EDU 5513 Science Curriculum
An examination of the science learning environment for children
early childhood through grade four. The course will translate
the traditional content areas (chemistry, physics, and biology)
into developmentally appropriate educational practice and strategies.
Assessment, the state science standards, and diversity will
be emphasized.
EDU 5523 Foundations of Christian School Administration
A broad overview of the role of the administrator in Christian
elementary and secondary schools. The Christian school movement
is reviewed from a historical and philosophical perspective,
and steps are examined for starting a Christian school. Attention
is given to organizational structure, curriculum design, and
a survey of Christian school curriculum. Publicity and recruitment
strategies are discussed.
EDU 5613 Teaching Students of Diverse Cultures
Examination of unique curriculum needs of students from diverse
cultures focusing on teaching methods and materials, including
the study of customs, traditions and historical background events
affecting life styles and behavior patterns among diverse culture
groups. State standards and assessments will be emphasized.
EDU 5623 Issues in Christian School Administration
An examination of testing and evaluation procedures and other
important issues related to the daily administration of Christian
schools. Training in the theory and application of measurement
techniques and assessment of students will be discussed. Attention
is given to physical facilities and equipment, extra-curricular
activities, and auxiliary services such as food service, maintenance,
and transportation.
EDU 5713 Studies in Classroom Management
Emphasis on teacher management of student discipline, instructional
strategies, time and materials. This course studies foundational,
application, and emerging models of classroom management in
early childhood, elementary, and middle school settings. There
is a focus on age-appropriate strategies.
EDU 5723 Principles & Practices of Early Childhood Ed.
An in-depth study of the principles and practices of Early Childhood
Education. This course focuses on developmental issues related
to curriculum, facilities, classroom management, and other relevant
contemporary issues.
EDU 5733 Advanced Strategies in Reading
An in-depth course on reading principles. This course focuses
on emergent literacy as well as reading and writing across the
curriculum issues and strategies. State language arts/reading
standards and assessments will be emphasized.
EDU 5743 Advanced Strategies of Learning
Advanced studies in pedagogical principles and learning issues.
Areas covered include psychological research in education, content
issues, goals, objectives, planning instruction, teaching methods,
developmental appropriateness, and assessment.