Curriculum and Instruction, EDCI = 0505
Early Childhood Education Courses Offered at Texas Woman's University
Educational Administration and Supervision,EDAD = 0585
Educational Foundations, EDUC = 0555
Elementary Education, EDEE = 0520
Doctoral Reading Courses Offered at Texas Woman's University
Secondary Education, EDSE = 0595
Curriculum and Instruction, EDCI = 0505
6030. Practicum, Field Problem or Internship.
3 or 6 hours. The provision of supervised professional activities in education by the student's major adviser. Registration is on an individual basis.6110. Conceptual Frames for Curriculum and Instruction. 3 hours. Analysis of major concepts, areas of concern and modes of inquiry of the fields of educational history, philosophy, sociology and anthropology as applied to theory and policy in the fields of curriculum and instruction. Required entry course for doctoral program in curriculum and instruction.
6220. Conceptual Models of Curriculum Development.
3 hours. Descriptions and analyses of conceptual models of curriculum theory, curriculum development, and curriculum inquiry and research. Prerequisite(s): EDCI 6110 or consent of instructor.6230. Implementation and Evaluation of Curriculum.
3 hours. Course covers selected models of curriculum and allows students to analyze and design appropriate strategies for implementing and evaluating curriculum. Prerequisite(s): EDCI 6110 and 6220, or consent of instructor.6340. Conceptual Models of Learning and Instruction.
3 hours. The study of the research base and the learning theory underlying major current models of teaching. Prerequisite(s): EDCI 6110, 6220 and 6230, or consent of instructor.6350. Research and Practice of Teaching. 3 hours.
The course focuses on research in teaching; the selection, implementation and evaluation of strategies and models; and conceptual models of improving instruction. Prerequisite(s): EDCI 6110, 6220, 6230 and 6340, or consent of instructor.6460. Policy Analysis in Curriculum and Instruction.
3 hours. Description and analysis of major factors involved in curriculum and instruction policy-making at the local, state, national and international levels. The course includes information and practice on developing a practical approach to policy development in curriculum and instruction. Prerequisite(s): EDCI 6110, 6220, 6230, 6340 and 6350, or consent of instructor.6900-6910. Special Problems. 1-3 hours each. Research by doctoral students in fields of special interest. Includes project research studies and intensive reading programs. Conferences with professors in the fields also are included.
6950. Doctoral Dissertation. 3, 6 or 9 hours. To be scheduled only with consent of department. 12 hours credit required. No credit assigned until dissertation has been completed and filed with the graduate dean. Doctoral students must maintain continuous enrollment in this course subsequent to passing qualifying examination for admission to candidacy. May be repeated for credit.
4106. Student Teaching in the Kindergarten. 3-6 hours. Teaching under supervision. Prerequisite(s): EDEE 3320, 4330, 4340, 4350, EDRE 4820; plus Option IV courses must be within 6 hours of completion. See "Student Teaching Program" under College of Education section in the Undergraduate Catalog for details. Pass/no pass only.4107. Student Teaching in Prekindergarten. 3-6 hours. Teaching under supervision, children ages 3 and/or 4. Prerequisite(s): EDEE 3320, 4330, 4340 and 4350; EDRE 4820; plus Option IV courses must be within 6 hours of completion. See "Student Teaching Program" under College of Education in the Undergraduate Catalog for details. Pass/no pass only.
4426. Early Childhood Teaching/Learning II: the Young Child from Kindergarten Through the Primary Grades.
6 hours. (4;4) Developmentally appropriate practice in interactions with and in the education of young children from kindergarten through the primary grades, including the learning environment, curriculum planning and organization. Practical training in appropriate guidance and teaching techniques during four hours per week of supervised laboratory experience in the Early Childhood Professional Development School setting, along with four hours per week in class. Prerequisite to Early Childhood student teaching. Prerequisite(s): EDEE 3310 and EDEC 3426.4433. Supporting the Individual Differences of Young Children in Early Childhood Programs. 3 hours. The wide variety of individual needs and strengths of young children are identified and examined. Assessment techniques and adaptation strategies, as well as information from other professionals, agencies and parents are analyzed and used as the basis for setting individualized education goals and plans within an inclusive environment. Developmentally appropriate practice and anti-bias curriculum are examined, adapted and implemented in a manner which best meets the needs of every young child. Skills are developed to help make the early childhood teacher a pro-active and effective member of the advocacy team for each child. Prerequisite(s): EDEC 3426.
4443. National, State and Local Trends and Issues in Early Childhood Education. 3 hours. As the culminating course in the early childhood program, this seminar addresses current issues of interest, impact and concern for the field of early childhood education, for young children and their families, as well as for children's programs. Current national/world issues are examined along with the resulting trends where applicable. Sources including printed, broadcast and on-line news media are explored. Resource speakers add a broadening perspective of these issues. Professionalism and professional relations with peers are also explored. Prerequisite(s):
concurrent enrollment in student teaching.4450. Developmental Prereading and Reading for Young Children (Ages 3-8). 3 hours. Techniques and materials for the progress of each child in the development of prereading abilities, the transition to beginning reading and the basic reading skills. The reading process is related to characteristics of young children, prevention and/or diagnosis and solution of problems, and working with parents. Course includes 10-15 hours of field experience. Prerequisite(s): EDEC 3350 and 3360. Requires concurrent enrollment in EDEC 4460, 4470 and 4490 (does not apply to Option II: Reading).
4460. Mathematics for Preprimary and Primary Children (Ages 3-8). 3 hours. Pre-mathematics skills and beginning sequential mathematics concepts for appropriate stages of cognitive development of young children. Real-life experiences and the use of concrete materials. Course includes 10-15 hours of field experience. Prerequisite(s): EDEC 3350 and 3360. Requires concurrent enrollment in EDEC 4450, 4470 and 4490.
4470. Arts, Social Studies and Science for Young Children (Ages 3-8). 3 hours. Integration of science, social studies, health and safety; expression, appreciation and creativity through the arts music, art, movement and drama; and the relationship of these areas to the total early childhood program. Experiential activities, content, methods and materials. Course includes 10-15 hours of field experience. Prerequisite(s): EDEC 3350 and 3360. Requires concurrent enrollment in EDEC 4450, 4460 and 4490.
4490. Early Childhood Curriculum, Organization and Management. (Grades Pre-K through 3). 3 hours. Curriculum development and principles; analysis of learning environment; instructional strategies; physical facilities, equipment and materials; and development, organization and evaluation of programs for childhood education. Course includes 10-15 hours of field experience. Prerequisite(s): EDEC 3350 and 3360. Requires concurrent enrollment in EDEC 4450, 4460 and 4470.
4800-4810. Studies in Education. 1-3 hours each. Organized class for program needs and student interest needs. Prerequisite(s): consent of department. Limited-offering basis. May be repeated for credit.
5030. Practicum, Field Problem or Internship. 3-6 hours each. (0;0;3-6) Supervised professional activities in early childhood education. Registration is on an individual basis.
5070. Advanced Studies in Early Childhood Education.
3 hours. Focus on the teaching/learning process of young children through coordination of environment, curriculum and instruction. Curriculum models, instructional strategies and integration of technology are examined and evaluated for their impact on children's learning. Course requires involvement in early childhood setting.5570. Advocating for Young Children and Families.
3 hours. Emphasis on effective advocacy techniques and strategies for young children and families through public and private agencies and including past and present efforts.5580. Respecting Differences in Young Children and Their Families. 3 hours. Successful approaches for working with young children and their families. Recognizes cultural, ethnic, language and developmental differences. Examination of personal and societal attitudes and how they impact the teaching/learning process.
5590. Assessing Thinking and Learning in Young Children. 3 hours. Examines the role of assessment in the process of teaching and learning. Attention is given to observational strategies, data collection, record keeping, data interpretation with instructional planning, and program evaluation.
5720. Becoming a Master Teacher. 3 hours. Establish life-long learning as a professional goal through continued professional reading, collaboration with other professionals and commitment to high ethical standards. Must be taken in the final semester of the early childhood sequence and following a minimum of 30 semester hours toward the master's degree.
5800-5810. Studies in Education. 1-3 hours each. Organized classes specifically designed to accommodate the needs of students and the demands of program development that are not met by the regular offerings. Short courses and workshops on specific topics are offered on a limited basis, to be repeated only upon demand. May be repeated for credit.
5900-5910. Special Problems. 1-3 hours each. Open to graduate students who are capable of developing a problem independently. Problems chosen by the student and approved in advance by the instructor. Open only to resident students.
5950. Master's Thesis. 3 or 6 hours. To be scheduled only with consent of department. 6 hours credit required. No credit assigned until thesis has been completed and filed with the graduate dean. Continuous enrollment required once work on thesis has begun. May be repeated for credit.
5960-5970. Education Institute. 1-6 hours each. For students accepted as participants in special institute courses.
6030. Practicum, Field Problem or Internship. 3 or 6 hours. Supervised professional activities in early childhood education. Registration is on an individual basis.
6330. Cooperative Relationships in the Education of Young Children. 3 hours. A study of the reciprocal responsibilities of parents and schools for the child's welfare and education, stressing means of communication between the home and the school. Cooperation with aides, volunteers and other personnel is explored.
6340. History of Early Childhood Education. 3 hours. The origins of early childhood education are examined in social and educational contexts. Contributions of leaders in early childhood are evaluated on the basis of principles of child development. The
history is traced from Comenius to the influence of current researchers.6350. Current Interdisciplinary Research in Early Childhood Education. 3 hours. An examination and critical evaluation of immediately current research in early childhood education. Includes significant thrusts from related disciplines, e.g., anthropology, developmental linguistics and biological sciences. Opportunity to become familiar with and even participate in research currently conducted by large centers around the world.
6370. Expressive Arts and the Young Child: Theory, Research and Design. 3 hours. Using local and national resources, provides a deep examination of environmental aesthetics in the context of the early childhood classroom. Probes various theoretical points of view and sensitivity to beauty. Promotes reflective thinking and scholarship, enhanced attitudes and experimental designs to be tested during the course, with on-site involvement.
6410. Leadership, Professionalism and Social Change in Early Childhood Education. 3 hours. This course assists early childhood professionals in developing educational leadership, vision and the ability to promote social change through understanding the roles of the individual educator, organizations and the community.
6420. Continuing Integrative Seminar. 1 hour. Integration of knowledge gained from courses, seminars and community experiences through interaction with practicing professional to explore the political, economic and social forces that shape and influence early childhood education.
6430. Critical Issues in Early Childhood Contemporary Society. 3 hours. Critical issues and their implications in improving early childhood education and influencing public policy. Issues are explored across change areas (environment, children and families, context, services, and agencies) and topic (risk factors, violence, schooling and education, equity, culture, and gender).
6440. Advocacy in Early Childhood Education. 3 hours. Critical examination of the rationale, evidence and program and policy issues involved in family-oriented early childhood initiatives and service systems. Readings and discussions focus on issues such as the characteristics, strengths, and weaknesses of emerging policies and programs to strengthen and support families with young children and change and reform efforts in various agencies.
6450. Analysis of Current Research in Early Childhood Education. 3 hours. Introduction to the most recent research in the field of early childhood education; instruction on the analysis and application of this research. Methods for identifying and reading current research and various sources of information are discussed. This research is critically evaluated and discussed in class.
6460. Readings in Early Childhood Education. 3 hours. Introduction to important historical and contemporary readings in the field of early childhood education. Solid foundation in readings in the field. Contributes to students' roles as professionals in the field. Assigned readings are critically examined; students lead discussions on self-directed readings.
6900-6910. Special Problems. 1-3 hours each. Research by doctoral students in fields of special interest. Includes project research studies and intensive reading programs. Conferences with professors in the fields also are included.
6950. Doctoral Dissertation. 3, 6 or 9 hours. To be scheduled only with consent of department. 12 hours credit required. No credit assigned until dissertation has been completed and filed with the graduate dean. Doctoral students must maintain continuous enrollment in this course subsequent to passing qualifying examination for admission to candidacy. May be repeated for credit.
Students wishing to enroll in the following TWU courses will do so through a cross-registration mechanism administered by the School of Graduate Studies at UNT.
ECSE 5613. Language Arts for the Kindergarten Primary Child. In-depth study of language and the communication skills for ages 2 through 8, including classroom organization and the needs of special children.
3 lecture hours a week.ECSE 5623. Principles and Practices of Kindergarten-Primary Education. The physical, mental, social and emotional needs and interests of children as the basis for developing suitable programs; formulation of criteria for the selection and evaluation of equipment and materials of instruction. 3 lecture hours a week.
ECSE 5633. Management of Learning Centers for Young Children. Designing, constructing, evaluating and maintaining classroom learning centers. Classroom management, open education and learning activities for the classroom based on applications of different cognitive levels. 3 lecture hours a week.
ECSE 5643. Growth and Development of the Kindergarten Primary Child. Motor, social, emotional and cognitive aspects of the development of children through age 8.
3 lecture hours a week.ECSE 5663. Problems and Issues in Kindergarten-Primary Education. Opportunities to study current problems and issues as well as to critically evaluate current research in early childhood. 3 lecture hours a week.
ECSE 6623. Language in Early Childhood Classrooms. Analysis of psycholinguistic research in preschool language development, emphasizing pragmatics; determination of patterns of language use in early childhood classes; interpretation of ethnographic studies of language abilities of school-aged children from varied socioeconomic and ethnic groups from a sociolinguistic perspective; comparison of home and school language display; methods for continuing language growth in the classroom based on the demonstrated
processes of language development. 3 lecture hours a week.ECSE 6633. Advanced Kindergarten Curriculum Theory and Application: Early Childhood. In-depth study of basic principles underlying curriculum construction and innovative instructional practices in major areas of kindergarten and early childhood; emphasis on research related to organization and sequential arrangement of materials. 3 lecture hours a week. Prerequisite(s): proficiency in research methodology and permission of instructor.
ECSE 6653. Child Development of the Kindergarten-Primary Child: Advanced. Analysis of historical, advanced inferential and descriptive research. 3 lecture and 2 laboratory hours a week. Prerequisite(s): 3 hours of research/statistics or permission of instructor.
ECSE 6663. Foundations of Early Childhood Education. Historical, philosophical, sociological, physical and psychological bases for understanding and implementing programs of early childhood education.
ECSE 6673. Advanced Seminar in Early Childhood Education. Variable content. Opportunity for doctoral candidates to receive constructive criticism of their proposals and analytical help in their total areas of research or complementary content to their major course work. 3 lecture hours a week. Prerequisite(s): 9 hours of doctoral credit.
ECSE 6903. Special Topics. Variable content; topics selected as needed. 3 lecture hours a week.
5200. Campus Level Personnel Administration. 3 hours. The course is designed to prepare building level administrators for functioning as primary personnel administrator for all employees at the campus. Concepts and strategies will be presented to help administrators deal effectively with selecting, orienting, nurturing, guiding and supporting the development of the human resources of the school.5330. Instructional Leadership. 3 hours. This course focuses on leadership for the improvement of instruction
and includes current research on school and teaching effectiveness and instructional methodologies, staff development processes, school climate and cultures, and the relationship of instruction to curriculum.5390. School Law at the Building Level. 3 hours. A focus on legal issues of primary concern to building-level administrators, supervisors and teachers. Detailed focus on Texas and federal law. Provides a basic understanding of the legal framework within which Texas schools function.
5450. School Management and Public Relations. 3 hours. Focus on the management and operation of K-12 schools, including business management; activities program management; building maintenance; auxiliary and support programs; student discipline; scheduling; grading and reporting processes; recruitment, selection, induction and orientation of faculty; and internal and external communication.
5510. Middle Management for Central Administration.
3 hours. The role and function of the central administrator; administrative team relationships; systems approach to educational management; assistant superintendency; central administration operations, programs and services; administrative policy making in education.5520. Administration of Public School Funds and Facilities. 3 hours. Basic school finance for the building administrator and middle managers; sources of funds and trends in school finance, taxation and business management; the Foundation School Program; budgeting, accounting, auditing and fiscal planning, and school activity fund management; school bond issues; building programs, maintenance of facilities and custodial aspects.
5530. Leadership and Evaluation. 3 hours. Focuses on administrative leadership functions, including analysis of leadership styles and behaviors, decision-making processes, supervision techniques, teacher evaluation theories and conferencing skills.
5540. Principles and Techniques of Supervision. 3 hours. The nature and scope of supervision; principles governing the processes of supervision; the administrative organization of supervision; and techniques for accomplishing the supervisory programs. Applications are made to both the elementary and secondary school.
5560. Social-Emotional Dynamics in Supervision. 3 hours. Emphasis on interpersonal relations and those factors most conducive to effective functioning of administrators and supervisors in groups and in one-to-one situations.
5600. Administration in a Multicultural Environment.
3 hours. The purpose of this course is to explore the sociopolitical context, practices and issues in administering in multicultural environments. Emphasis will be placed on the role of the administrator in implementing effective practices in organization, supervision, and administration of schools and school districts.5710. Introduction to Educational Administration.
3 hours. The basic introductory course for degrees and certification in educational administration. Legal and political structure and roles of national, state and local authorities; administrative interrelationships among administrators, teachers, students, parents, community, minority groups and special interest groups. Basic administrative and leadership concepts. Degree plans are developed and major professors assigned. Must be taken as part of the first 9 hours of graduate work in the department.5720. Contemporary Issues in Educational Administration and Supervision. 3 hours. This course will provide a review of current
trends and issues in educational administration competency areas and relate them to competency areas explored in the degree program. Portfolio development, self-evaluation of career goals, career planning and professional development are among areas which may be required by the instructor. Scheduled during the last semester of required courses of the Master of Education degree program.5800-5810. Studies in Education. 1-3 hours each. Organized classes specifically designed to accommodate the needs of students and the demands of program development that are not met by the regular offerings. Short courses and workshops on specific topics are offered on a limited basis, to be repeated only upon demand. May be repeated for credit.
5900. Special Problems. 1-3 hours. Open to graduate students who are capable of developing a problem independently. Problems chosen by the student and approved in advance by the instructor and the department chair.
6031, 2, 3. Practicum, Field Problem or Internship.
3 hours each. Provision for on-the-job experience or professional study in administration or supervision as directed by student's major adviser. Limited to 6 hours in doctoral degree program. Special designation for each section is as follows.6031. Internship Under Practicing School Administrator. Required for Texas professional certificate for school administration. Not applicable to degree programs.
6032. Practicum or Field Problem. An elective for doctoral candidates in administrative leadership.
6033. Internship Under School Superintendent. Required for Texas professional certificate for superintendent. Not applicable to degree programs.
6100. Theoretical Foundations of Educational Administration. 3 hours. Designed to provide educational leaders and administrators with the body of theory most relevant to the high-quality practice of educational administration, and to specifically relate research and theory to practice in educational administration. Prerequisite(s): any one of EDER 5050, 5210, 5220 and 6000, or consent of instructor.
6110. Advanced Theory and Research in Administration. 3 hours. Contemporary inquiry in educational administration. The course examines the impact of positivism, subjectivism, and functionalism and its critics on recent research on school organization and administration.
6200. Current Issues in Educational Administration.
3 hours. A doctoral seminar on issues of policy and practice in educational administration. It addresses value orientations, relevant research and policy considerations that shape decisions.6310. Research Practicum. 3 hours. Students conduct a research project designed to generate or test theory. Prerequisite(s): EDAD 6110 and permission of instructor. May be repeated for credit.
6400. Politics of Educational Administration. 3 hours.
This course focuses on politics as it impacts educational administration. Starting with an exploration of the political systems model as a means of analysis, the course examines educational policy development at the local, state and federal levels. The roles of change agents, interest groups, lobbyists, the media and other political players are examined. Implications for administrative behavior are discussed. Much of the analysis is conducted through case studies and study of current educational issues.6510. Seminar in Advanced Education Law. 3 hours. Builds on the content of the prerequisite course by focusing on legal and policy issues of particular concern to top-level educational policymakers and administrators from both the national and state perspectives. Topics include the legal aspects of educational governance, education finance, school board elections and meetings, property issues, church and state relations, personnel decision making, school desegregation and legal liability. Prerequisite(s): EDAD 5390 or equivalent.
6520. Personnel Administration in the Public Schools.
3 hours. The principles and practices of personnel administration. Emphasis on recruitment, selection, deployment, evaluation, staff development, manpower planning and employee relations in the public schools.6530. Educational Facilities. 3 hours. The planning, design, construction, maintenance and evaluation of educational facilities. Develops awareness and skills related to population projections, needs assessment, educational specifications, site selection, rehabilitation of buildings, maintenance and operation of educational facilities, and building evaluation surveys.
6540. Education and Public Relations. 3 hours. Principles and practices of public relations applied to education. Designed to provide proficiency and skill in the improvement of relations between the school and the public through interaction and utilization of political, community and human resources and other social institutions in the organization, and improvement of public education.
6550. Business Administration of the Public Schools.
3 hours. Organization of the business management function in the public schools, including internal structure, office and personnel management, budgeting maintenance and operation, transportation, food services, legal relationships, insurance and safety. Prerequisite(s): EDAD 5520 or consent of instructor.6570. Seminar in Advanced Educational Finance. 3 hours. Problems and issues involved in financing the public schools. The context and methodology of the course are suitable for educators working at all levels in the public schools and are directly relevant to their current problems and needs. Prerequisite(s): EDAD 5520 or consent of instructor.
6580. Administration and Supervision of the Instructional Program. 3 hours. Major issues, problems and trends in the K-12
curriculum, from an administrative and supervisory point of view. Special emphasis is given to the role of organizational leadership and to strategies for stimulating, implementing and evaluating alternatives in curriculum and instruction. Prerequisite(s): any one of EDEE 5320, EDSE 5440 and EDEE/EDSE 5400, or consent of instructor.6590. The Superintendency. 3 hours. An advanced course dealing with the basic functions of the superintendency planning, programming, communicating and evaluating and the current issues and problems confronting the practicing educational administrator. Prerequisite(s): EDAD 5330 and 5450, or consent of instructor.
6900-6910. Special Problems. 1-3 hours each. Research by doctoral students in fields of special interest. Includes project research studies and intensive reading programs. Conferences with professors in the fields also are included.
6950. Doctoral Dissertation. 3, 6 or 9 hours. To be scheduled only with consent of department. 12 hours credit required. No credit assigned until dissertation has been completed and filed with the graduate dean. Doctoral students must maintain continuous enrollment in this course subsequent to passing qualifying examination for admission to candidacy. May be repeated for credit.
4800. Studies in Education. 1-3 hours. Organized classes for program needs and student interest. Prerequisite(s): consent of department. Limited-offering basis. May be repeated for credit.5010. Human Development. 3 hours. Selected foundational aspects of human development with multidisciplinary range of the ages and stages of human development. The range is from preconception through old age and dying, with emphasis upon early childhood through young adulthood.
5130. Philosophy and Principles of Multicultural Education. 3 hours. The recognition and examination of the philosophy and principles germane to multicultural education. Emphasis is on sensitivity to racial and cultural differences and their influences on an effective educational program. Students also examine the great diversity of lifestyles that our multicultural heritage embraces. (Same as EDEE and EDSE 5130.)
5180. Whole-Brain Learning. 3 hours. Survey and analysis of current brain research as it relates to education and to a whole-brain approach to learning. Both hemispheres receive emphasis, i.e., cognition as well as intuition, creativity, imagination and insights.
5600. Human Learning and Motivation. 3 hours. The social, psychological and biological dimensions of learning and motivation (e.g., culture, self-concept, perception, cognition, emotion, genotype and maturation) as related to children and youth.
5900. Special Problems. 1-3 hours. Open to graduate students who are capable of developing a problem independently. Problems chosen by the student and approved in advance by the instructor. Open only to resident students.
6150. Philosophy of Education. 3 hours. The use of philosophical techniques and concepts in the solution of contemporary educational problems.
6200. Education in the Age of Information and Consciousness. 3 hours. Examination of philosophical and cultural/social constructs and related theoretical concepts and developments, and their impact on practical problems of education.
6900-6910. Special Problems. 1-3 hours each. Research by doctoral students in fields of special interest. Includes project research studies and intensive reading programs. Conferences with professors in the fields also are included.
4105-4115. Student Teaching in the Elementary School.
3 hours each. Teaching under supervision. Prerequisite(s): EDEE 3310, EDEC 3360 or EDSP 3300, depending on certification option chosen; EDEE 3320, 4330, 4340, 4350; EDRE 4820. Required for those seeking elementary certification. See "Student Teaching Program" under College of Education section in the Undergraduate Catalog for details. Pass/no pass only.4330. Science for Children (Grades 1-8). 3 hours. (0;2;3) Subject matter background and material organization for an integrated science program in the elementary/middle school. Students experience firsthand the scope and sequence of science education in an elementary/middle school setting. Assignments, directed field experience and other class activities take place on site in a school setting. Prerequisite(s): admission to the teacher education program includes participation in a field-based program, EDEE 3310, EDRE 4820, EDRE 4860, along with an educational application computer course. This course is to be taken in the professional year.
4340. Social Studies in Elementary School (Grades 1-8).
3 hours. (0;0;3) Principles of teaching social studies in the elementary/middle school. Students observe social studies instruction and materials in real settings, apply principles of social studies instruction in classroom settings and experience firsthand the scope and sequence of the curriculum in an elementary/middle school setting. Assignments, directed field experience and other class activities take place in a school setting. Prerequisite(s): admission to the teacher education program includes participation in a field-based program, EDEE 3310, EDRE 4820, EDRE 4860, along with an educational application computer course. This course is to be taken in the professional year.4350. Mathematics in the Elementary School (Grades 1-8). 3 hours. (0;0;3) Principles in mathematics teaching and learning based on national curriculum and assessment standards. The learning process in the development of mathematical thinking and skills in children. Students observe mathematics instruction and materials in real settings and experience firsthand the scope and sequence of
mathematics in an elementary/middle school setting. Assignments, directed field experience and other class activities take place on site in a school setting. Prerequisite(s): admission to the teacher education program includes participation in a field-based program, EDEE 3310, EDRE 4820, EDRE 4860, along with an educational application computer course. This course is to be taken in the professional year.4360. Multicultural Awareness for Elementary Teachers (Grades 1-8). 1 hour. (0;0;1) Curriculum materials, teacher attitudes and teaching strategies for diverse populations of students will be examined. Students observe ethnic and linguistic diversity, practice multicultural awareness and acceptance in real settings and experience firsthand the diversity in an elementary/middle school setting. Assignments, directed field experience and other class activities take place on site in school setting. Prerequisite(s): admission to the teacher education program includes participation in a field-based program, EDEE 3310, EDRE 4820, EDRE 4860, along with an educational application computer course. This course is to be taken in the professional year.
4370. Educational Measurement. 1 hour. Introduces basic principles of measurement and evaluation. Topics include definitions of testing; test scores and norms; validity, reliability and correlation; evaluation of standardized achievement tests; construction of teacher-made tests;
and predictive and trait measurement tests. Prerequisite(s): admission to the teacher education program includes participation in a field-based program, EDEE 3310, EDRE 4820, EDRE 4860, along with an educational application computer course.4800-4810. Studies in Education. 1-3 hours each. Organized classes for specific program needs and student interest. Prerequisite(s): consent of department. Limited-offering basis. May be repeated for credit.
5020. Advanced Studies in Elementary School Mathematics. 3 hours. Modern curricula and techniques. The content, scope, philosophy and pedagogical strategies of several modern mathematics curricula, and their utilization in upgrading mathematics instruction in the elementary school. Prerequisite(s): EDEE 4350.
5030. Field Experiences in Elementary Schools. 3 hours. Supervised professional activities in elementary schools; includes teaching under supervision.
5040. Advanced Studies in Elementary School Social Studies. 3 hours. Teaching social studies in the elementary school, and aspects of citizenship and character development. Prerequisite(s): EDEE 4340.
5050. Advanced Studies in Elementary School Science.
3 hours. Modern curricula and techniques. The content, scope, philosophy and pedagogical strategies of several modern science curricula and their utilization in upgrading science instruction in the elementary school. Prerequisite(s): EDEE 4330.5060. Advanced Studies in Elementary School Language Arts. 3 hours. A comprehensive study, based on principles of child growth and development, of the language arts for the elementary school. Major areas of consideration are trends and philosophies, materials and techniques, and relevant research. The interrelationships of all the language arts are given primary emphasis. Prerequisite(s): EDRE 4860.
5130. Philosophy and Principles of Multicultural Education. 3 hours. The recognition and examination of the philosophy and principles germane to multicultural education. Emphasis is on sensitivity to racial and cultural differences and their influences on an effective educational program. Students also examine the great diversity of lifestyles that our multicultural heritage embraces. (Same as EDSE and EDUC 5130.)
5320. Curriculum Development in the Elementary School. 3 hours. The philosophy, administration and technique of curriculum making, combined with actual participation in curriculum production. Designed to meet the needs of elementary school principals, supervisors, teachers and school superintendents.
5360. The Improvement of Elementary Teaching. 3 hours. The derivation of appropriate methods and techniques from basic principles of learning. The development of working skills needed in cooperative planning, selecting and organizing teaching materials, utilization of the environment, individual and group guidance, and evaluation activities for the elementary school. Prerequisite(s): EDEE 5320.
5400. Curriculum Development in the Middle School.
3 hours. Analysis of the bases and techniques for curriculum development in the middle school with particular emphasis on the nature of the early adolescent learner and salient elements of middle school theory. Includes practical problems in developing curricula for middle schools and implementation of innovation in the middle school setting. (Same as EDSE 5400.)5710. Research and Evaluation of Elementary School Teaching and Learning. 3 hours. Evaluation of previous preparation, determination of admission to candidacy through a series of examinations and projects, and making a plan for the graduate program. A study of research methodology, findings and conclusions relating to the elementary school setting. Required upon first residence registration in the master's degree program.
5720. Contemporary Issues in Elementary Education.
3 hours. Demonstration by candidates of competency in special field and related areas in the degree program. Incorporates various contemporary educational issues, including diversity and inclusion. Presentation of program portfolio is scheduled during enrollment in this class. Scheduled during the last resident registration in the Master of Education degree program. Prerequisite(s): EDEE 5320 and 5360.5800-5810. Studies in Education. 1-3 hours each. Organized classes specifically designed to accommodate the needs of students and the demands of program development that are not met by the regular offerings. Short courses and workshops on specific topics are
offered on a limited basis, to be repeated only upon demand. May be repeated for credit.5900-5910. Special Problems. 1-3 hours each. Open to graduate students who are capable of developing a problem independently. Problems chosen by the student and approved in advance by the instructor. Open only to resident students.
5950. Master's Thesis. 3 or 6 hours. To be scheduled only with consent of department. 6 hours credit required. No credit assigned until thesis has been completed and filed with the graduate dean. Continuous enrollment required once work on thesis has begun. May be repeated for credit.
5960-5970. Education Institute. 1-6 hours each. For students accepted as participants in special institute courses.
4120. Diagnostic Screening and Corrective Educational Techniques for Elementary Children. 3 hours. Theory and application of mental testing, perceptual evaluations, learning styles, evaluation as diagnostic and screening techniques, utilization of child therapies, developmental approaches in language, and minor projective techniques. Prerequisite(s): EDRE 4820.4800-4810. Studies in Education. 1-3 hours each. Organized class for program needs and student interest needs. Prerequisite(s): consent of department. May be repeated for credit.
4820. Teaching Reading K-12. 3 hours. Reading process; sequential development of reading, kindergarten through college; total reading program; methods for various groupings and subject matter areas. For students with no previous course work in reading. Prerequisite(s): those seeking elementary or all-level certification must apply for admission to the teacher education program prior to course enrollment.
4830. Reading in the Content Area. 3 hours. Focuses on developing and using reading, writing, listening, speaking and thinking as tools for learning within the content areas. Instructional strategies, thematic teaching, study skills, concept development, and effective uses for text, media and other resources to enhance student learning are explored. Prerequisite(s): EDRE 4820.
4850. Assessment and Evaluation of Reading. 3 hours. Examines a variety of assessment and evaluation strategies that are appropriate for the classroom teacher to utilize. Although both formal and informal procedures are introduced, the main focus is on non-intrusive, naturalistic procedures. Observations are required. Prerequisite(s): EDRE 4820.
4860. Reading and the Language Arts. 3 hours. Problems related to the comprehension and expansion of symbols of meaning; the interrelationship of reading with other areas of language arts. Prerequisite(s): EDRE 4820, or concurrent enrollment in EDRE 4820.
5030. Practicum, Field Problem or Internship. 3-6 hours. (0;0;3-6) Supervised professional activities in reading education. Registration is on an individual basis.
5170. Materials and Recent Developments in Reading.
3 hours. Recently developed reading programs, reading techniques and technological advances related to the reading field are examined in light of research. Prerequisite(s): EDRE 5370 or equivalent.5180. Advanced Assessment and Evaluation in Reading.
3 hours. An exploration of current techniques for assessment and evaluation in reading. Merging assessment and instruction in classrooms is emphasized. Prerequisite(s): EDRE 5370 or equivalent.5190. Reading Assessment and Instruction for Special Populations. 3 hours. Development, implementation and evaluation of assessment and instructional procedures in reading for special populations. Supervised instruction in
a clinic setting is required. Prerequisite(s): EDRE 5180 or equivalent. May be repeated once for credit.5200. Development and Supervision of Reading Programs. 3 hours. Analysis of the total reading program, emphasizing specific strategies for improvement of programs. Prerequisite(s): EDRE 5370 or equivalent.
5370. Advanced Reading Theory/Practice. 3 hours.
A program designed to provide understanding of the many facets of the reading act, to provide opportunities for evaluation of approaches to teaching reading and to acquaint students with basic research in reading. Prerequisite(s): EDRE 4820 or equivalent.5800-5810. Studies in Education. 1-3 hours each. Organized classes specifically designed to accommodate the needs of students and the demands of program development that are not met by the regular offerings. Short courses and workshops on specific topics are offered on a limited basis, to be repeated only upon demand. May be repeated for credit.
5900. Special Problems. 1-3 hours. Open to graduate students who are capable of developing a problem independently. Problems chosen by the student and approved in advance by the instructor. Open only to resident students.
5950. Master's Thesis. 3 or 6 hours. To be scheduled only with consent of department. 6 hours credit required. No credit assigned until thesis has been completed and filed with the graduate dean. Continuous enrollment required once work on thesis has begun. May be repeated for credit.
6030. Practicum, Field Problem or Internship.
3 or 6 hours. Supervised professional activities in reading education. Registration is on an individual basis.6040. Theories and Research in Assessment and Evaluation in Reading. 3 hours. An exploration of current theories and research
related to assessment and evaluation in reading. Prerequisite(s): EDRE 5180.6060. Research in the Language Arts. 3 hours. Critical review and examination of extant research in the language arts with special emphasis on writing, listening and speaking. Current practices in language arts instruction will be studied in relation to historical perspectives and contemporary research.
6070. Policy Studies in Reading. 3 hours. Analysis of the various documents that affect developmental reading.
6080. Research in Reading. 3 hours. Survey and critique of significant literacy research from its origins to the present. This course will focus on major works and contributions to the field, predominant researchers, as well as trends within literacy research and across related fields.
6090. Cognition and Reading. 3 hours. Analysis of the process of reading in relation to the physiological, perceptual, cognitive and affective domains.
6100. Seminar in Reading. 3 hours. Group interaction in the consideration and treatment of special research problems to be determined by participants' needs and interests.
6900-6910. Special Problems. 1-3 hours each. Research by doctoral students in fields of special interest. Includes project research studies and intensive reading programs. Conferences with professors in the fields also are included.
6950. Doctoral Dissertation. 3, 6 or 9 hours. To be scheduled only with consent of department. 12 hours credit required. No credit assigned until dissertation has been completed and filed with the graduate dean. Doctoral students must maintain continuous enrollment in this course subsequent to passing qualifying examination for admission to candidacy. May be repeated for credit.
Students wishing to enroll in the following TWU courses will do so through a cross-registration mechanism administered by the School of Graduate Studies at UNT.
ERDB 6533. Foundations for Reading: Physiological and Psychological Dimensions. 3 hours. Critical examination of scientific studies and theories related to the physiological and psychological aspects of the reading act, analysis of facilitating and inhibiting factors in early reading development and appraisals of approaches to teaching beginning reading in relation to this analysis. Prerequisite(s): 3-6 hours of graduate study in reading and child development or permission of instructor. (Fall semester.)<ERDB 6553. College and Adult Reading. 3 hours. Nature and scope of reading instruction for adults and college students; methods; materials; organization of developmental, corrective and accelerated study skill programs. 3 lecture hours a week. Prerequisite(s): 6-9 hours of graduate study in reading or permission of instructor.
ERDB 6563. Trends and Issues in Reading. 3 hours. Variable content as trends and issues in reading change; in-depth examination of trends and controversial issues in reading and reading instruction. 3 lecture hours a week. Prerequisite(s): 3-6 hours of graduate study in reading or permission of instructor. (Summer semester.)
ERDB 6573. Reading as Related to Linguistics. 3 hours. Exploration of contributions and latest research of linguists, sociolinguists and psycholinguists to the teaching of reading; examination of the role of language in the reading process with emphasis on text linguistics and discourse analysis.
3 lecture hours a week. Prerequisite(s): ERDB 6533 or permission of instructor. (Spring semester.)ERDB 6583. Research in Reading. 3 hours. Description of methods and techniques employed in reading research; critiquing significant research and developing appropriate designs to study research topics. 3 lecture hours a week. Prerequisite(s): 12-15 graduate hours in reading, 6 hours of statistics or permission of instructor. (Fall semester.)
ERDB 6593. Advanced Reading Research Design: Analysis and Evaluation. 3 hours. Methods of inquiry about the reading process: teaching, learning and proposal development. 3 lecture hours a week. Prerequisite(s):
15 hours of graduate study in reading including ERDB 6583,
6 hours of statistics or permission of instructor. (Spring semester.)ERDB 6663. Practicum. 3-9 hours. Registration in the areas of reading, kindergarten and/or early childhood teaching or by field placement in an administrative or supervisory setting. Type of placement will vary with student's area of major concentration and past experience. Prerequisite(s):
9 hours of doctoral credit or permission of instructor.ERDB 6903. Special Topics. 3 hours. Variable content. Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
ERDB 6911. Independent Study. 1-6 hours. Variable content. Individual research relating to a problem of professional interest and significance. Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor and post-master's standing. May
be repeated for up to 12 hours of credit with permission
of student's adviser.ERDB 6913. Independent Study. 3-6 hours. Variable content. Individual research relating to a problem of professional interest and significance. Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor and post-master's standing. May
be repeated for up to 12 hours of credit with permission
of student's adviser.
4060. Content Area Reading in Secondary Schools.Undergraduate Catalog Teacher Education and Administration Courses
3 hours. (0;0;3) Provides an overview of the reading process with emphasis on reading to learn in the secondary school content areas. Course provides knowledge and skills for identifying reading problems, modifying instructional materials and processes and using writing to promote learning and thinking in the content areas. Instruction, assignments, directed field experience and other class activities will take place on site in a school setting. Prerequisite(s): EDSE 3800 and admission to teacher education and, if applicable, the Professional Development Center (PDC).4070. Teaching Diverse Populations. 3 hours. (0;0;3) Provides knowledge and skills required for developing and implementing challenging instruction for students who are culturally different, students who receive special education services and students who are identified as gifted and talented. Instruction, assignments, directed field experience and other class activities will take place on site in a school setting. Prerequisite(s): EDSE 3800 and admission to teacher education and, if applicable, the Professional Development Center (PDC).
4108-4118. Student Teaching in the Secondary School.
3 hours each. Teaching under supervision. Prerequisite(s): EDSE 3800, 3830 and 4840, and senior standing. May be taken concurrently with EDSE 4060 and/or 4070. Required for those seeking secondary certification. See "Student Teaching Program" under College of Education section in the Undergraduate Catalog for details. Pass/no pass only.4800-4810. Studies in Education. 1-3 hours each. Organized classes for program needs and student interest. Prerequisite(s): consent of department. Limited-offering basis. May be repeated for credit.
4840. Instructional Strategies and Classroom Management. 3 hours. (0;0;3) Provides knowledge and skills required for organizing and directing various instructional strategies in the secondary classroom. Content includes teaching strategies, approaches to classroom management and discipline, student motivation, student and teacher assessment and evaluation and the use of media and technology in the classroom. Instruction, assignments, directed field experience and other class activities will take place on site in a school setting. Prerequisite(s): EDSE 3800 and admission to teacher education and the Professional Development Center (PDC).
5001. Public Education and the Teaching Profession.
3 hours. This course will provide an overview of the teaching profession and an understanding of the history, structure, purposes, organization and management of the American education systems.5002. Understanding How Students Learn. 3 hours. This course will focus on current scientific knowledge and theories of how students learn and interact with their surroundings and other human beings as well as adolescent development issues which affect learning. Prerequisite(s): EDSE 5001, 5130, and an education, psychology or sociology course (e.g., EDSE 3830, PSYC 1630, PSYC 1650, SOCI 1520) focusing on human growth and development and learning theory or consent of department.
5003. Successful Teaching in the Secondary School.
3 hours. This course will provide preparation for successful teaching in the contemporary secondary school. It will focus on instructional planning, teaching strategies, classroom management and other teacher competencies necessary in today's diverse classrooms.5004. Content Area Literacy. 3 hours. This course will explore the crucial role of student literacy in the classroom in terms of its impact on teaching and learning in content area disciplines. Prerequisite(s): EDSE 5001 or consent of department.
5030. Field Experiences in Secondary Schools. 3 hours. Supervised professional activities in secondary schools. Prerequisite(s): bachelor's degree.
5130. Philosophy and Principles of Multicultural Education. 3 hours. The recognition and examination of the philosophy and principles germane to multicultural education. Emphasis is on sensitivity to racial and cultural differences and their influences on an effective educational program. Students also examine the great diversity of lifestyles that our multicultural heritage embraces. (Same as EDEE and EDUC 5130.)
5400. Curriculum Development in the Middle School.
3 hours. Analysis of the bases and techniques for curriculum development in the middle school with particular emphasis on the nature of the early adolescent learner and salient elements of middle school theory. Includes practical problems in developing curricula for middle schools and implementation of innovation in the middle school setting. (Same as EDEE 5400.)5440. Curriculum Development in the Secondary School. 3 hours. Practical problems in developing courses of study and curricula for the secondary school according to accepted psychology, sound education theory and national objectives.
5460. Improvement of Secondary Teaching. 3 hours. The derivation of appropriate methods and techniques from basic principles of learning. The development of working skills needed in cooperative planning, selecting and organizing teaching materials, utilization of the environment, individual and group guidance, and evaluation activities for the secondary school.
5470. Maintaining Classroom Discipline. 3 hours. Exploration of current theories of classroom management including alternative discipline approaches. Emphasis is placed on application in elementary and secondary school classrooms.
5710. Basic Research and Evaluation for Secondary Teachers. 3 hours. Basic skills in reading and interpreting research are developed. Students are introduced to elementary statistical concepts in measurement and evaluation. Should be taken upon first registration for the master's degree. Admission procedures are completed and a degree plan is prepared.
5720. Evaluation Seminar. 3 hours. Demonstration on the part of candidates, through oral and written examination and completion of certain projects, of competency in special field and related areas of the degree program. Scheduled during last resident registration in the Master of Education degree program.
5800-5810. Studies in Education. 1-3 hours each. Organized classes specifically designed to accommodate the needs of students and the demands of program development that are not met by the regular offerings. Short courses and workshops on specific topics organized on a limited-offering basis, to be repeated only upon demand. May be repeated for credit.
5900-5910. Special Problems. 1-3 hours each. Open to graduate students who are capable of developing a problem independently. Problems chosen by the student and approved in advance by the instructor. Open only to resident students.
5950. Master's Thesis. 3 or 6 hours. To be scheduled only with consent of department. 6 hours credit required. No credit assigned until thesis has been completed and filed with the graduate dean. Continuous enrollment required once work on thesis has begun. May be repeated for credit.
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