Apr 19, 2024  
2021-2022 Undergraduate & Graduate Catalog 
    
2021-2022 Undergraduate & Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses


Please note:

  • All courses 500 level and above are for graduate credit only.
  • For courses in the Henson School of Science and Technology and the School of Health Sciences (AHPH, ATTR, BIOL, CHEM, COSC, ENGR, EXSC, FTWL, GEOG, GEOL, HLSC, HLTH, MATH, MDTC, PHYS, RESP and URPL), please see the Course Repeat Policy in Appendices  F.

The following course listing represents the University curricula as of the publication of this catalog. 

Not all courses are offered every semester. For current offerings consult the most current academic schedule during registration periods. See your academic advisors/department chair for additional information.

 

Education

NOTE: Education courses may be repeated only once.

  
  • EDUC 511 - TESOL Internship Seminar


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Forum for discussing problems encountered during the internship. Colloquium for developing strategies to resolve problems.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites Completion of all course work in the M.A./TESOL sequence prior to the internship and passing scores on the Praxis Core.
    Corequisites EDUC 507 , EDUC 509 .
  
  • EDUC 512 - Seminar in the Teaching of Social Studies


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Analysis of theory and research in the social sciences as applied to developing and teaching social studies at either the elementary or secondary school level.
    Three hours per week.
  
  • EDUC 513 - Seminar in the Teaching of Science


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Analysis of recent advances in the teaching of science and the development of skills in applying these to classroom teaching at the elementary or secondary school level.
    Three hours per week.
  
  • EDUC 515 - Eastern Shore Writing Project Summer Institute


    3-6 Hour(s) Credit
    Explores current theories about the composing process and their implications for teaching writing and using writing to teach other content areas. Focuses on adapting and evaluating classroom activities for different grade levels and educational settings.
    Three or six hours per week.
    Prerequisites Permission of the instructor.
    Cross-Listed With (May Not Receive Credit for Both) ENGL 515  
  
  • EDUC 527 - Special Topics in Mathematical Pedagogy


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Examines current trends and issues in elementary/early childhood mathematics pedagogy. Focuses on helping educators understand and facilitate mandated and non-mandated curricular changes that have the real potential to improve the teaching and learning of mathematics at the elementary and early childhood levels. Focuses on research-based teaching/learning processes that facilitate conceptual and critical understandings of mathematics as well as the required mathematical understandings that teachers need in order to teach in conceptual ways.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites Admission to graduate study.
  
  • EDUC 531 - Creativity and the Arts In Education


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    The arts are a vital element in education. Numerous studies from the past decade suggest that the arts increase student achievement. Explore those studies and the understanding of the brain research behind creativity and arts integration in education through readings, discussion and analyses of multiple texts.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites Admission to graduate study.
  
  • EDUC 533 - Foundations of Early Childhood Education


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Explores the historical and philosophical foundations of early childhood education. Includes an introduction to curriculum and methods with an emphasis on theories, practices, strategies and materials.
    Three hours per week.
  
  • EDUC 545 - Learning, Instruction and Assessment in the Schools


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Identification of classroom problems and issues related to and involving instruction, learning and student assessment; the development and application of strategies to aid in resolving issues and solving problems; and the coordination of student characteristics and environmental factors to improve the quality of learning experiences in the schools; and the exploration of the relationship between assessment and instruction. Must be taken within the first 12 hours of M.Ed. program.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites Admission to graduate study.
  
  • EDUC 547 - ESOL Methods


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    The study of philosophy, aims and methods of teaching English as a second language in grades 1-12 with emphasis upon theories, techniques and materials in current use. Graduate scholarship expected.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites ENGL 536  or permission of instructor, admission to the Professional Education Program.
  
  • EDUC 558 - Practicum for Teaching Professionals


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    A five-week course under the direction of an experienced teacher/mentor and a University supervisor that provides classroom experience in an additional area of teaching certification for those who already hold certification in one area. Interns will observe teaching, participate in work with children, participate in planning sessions, teach and participate in all activities for which regularly employed teachers are responsible.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites Teaching certification, all requirements for the additional certification area sought, at least six graduate credits at SU, graduate GPA 3.0 or higher, permission of M.Ed program coordinator.
  
  • EDUC 559 - The Holocaust and Social Justice Across the Disciplines


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Educators from all disciplines engage in interdisciplinary examination of methods of teaching the Holocaust and social justice issues. Emphasis is placed on pedagogical choices when teaching social justice topics. Creative and writing intensive strategies are emphasized.
    Three hours per week.
  
  • EDUC 560 - College Teaching


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Research-based investigation of theories and practices involved in teaching in institutions of higher education. Intended for graduate students aspiring to college teaching or academic leadership positions. Examines the roles and responsibilities of college instructors with emphasis on practical applications in college and university settings.
    Three hours per week.
  
  • EDUC 561 - Seminar: Issues and Trends in Postsecondary Education


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Opportunities for research-based examination of selected current issues in postsecondary education and for students to share the efforts of their investigations on topics of interests.
    Three hours per week.
  
  • EDUC 562 - College Student Development Theory


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Explores college student development, utilizing the approach of practice to theory to practice. Students conceptualize how college students grow and develop during the critical college years. Students are challenged to hypothesize and theorize en route to creating developmentally based practical applications. The process results in the practitioner’s ability to consider developmental implications for all student interactions.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites EDUC 502 .
  
  • EDUC 563 - Teaching Adults


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    For students in the post-secondary education track of the M.Ed. program and those in other fields seeking information and contemporary methods of effective adult instruction. Assumes no prior knowledge or experience about instructional methods, theories or practices.
    Three hours per week.
  
  • EDUC 564 - History of American Higher Education


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Introduction to the history of higher education in the United States for emerging and established higher education professionals. Examines the ways in which the current structures and functions of the modern university have been informed by events of the past.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites Admission to graduate studies.
  
  • EDUC 567 - Collaborative Teaching and Mentoring


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Seeks to equip teachers with strategies for co-teaching and mentoring interns, novice teachers and paraprofessionals. While the primary focus will be on the intern-mentor relationship in professional development school (PDS) settings, the strategies of collaboration, differentiation of instruction and mentoring are relevant for all teachers.
    Three hours per week.
  
  • EDUC 570 - Current Issues in Educational Technology


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Examines selected current issues in educational technology. Focuses on the impact of technology on schools and global society, safety issues, the digital divide and the impact of distance learning. Introduces a framework for teacher knowledge of technology integration. Research topics and prepare multimedia presentations. Must be taken within the first 12 hours of M.Ed. program.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites Admission to graduate study and basic computer skills (file management, word processing, Web-based communication and researching skills).
  
  • EDUC 571 - Web-Based Teaching and Learning


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Examines the use of emerging Web-based technologies that enhance learning environments. Develops pedagogy to use Web-based tools that promote collaborative projects, global correspondence with teachers and students, gathering and analyzing data, and conducting research in K-16 learning environments. Explores lesson design for integrating Web-based technology into classrooms.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites Admission to graduate study, EDUC 570  and basic computer skills (file management, word processing, Web-based communication and researching skills).
  
  • EDUC 578 - Seminar in Teaching Secondary English


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Engages students in in-depth examination of current issues in literacy instruction for secondary students. General nature of issues remains constant but particular focus varies semester to semester, to reflect current thought.
    Three hours per week.
  
  • EDUC 579 - Trends in Elementary Literacy Education


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Grounds methods of teaching language and literacy in current knowledge and theory of language and literacy acquisition. Students take an active role in building personal theory to guide their practice in elementary literacy instruction.
    Three hours per week.
  
  • EDUC 580 - Trends in Mathematics and Science Education in the Elementary School


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Critical review and analysis of current issues, research and practices in the teaching and learning of science and mathematics in the elementary school. Emphasis on exploring the expanding knowledge base in each discipline.
    Three hours per week.
  
  • EDUC 581 - Trends in Social Studies Education in the Elementary School


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Examines the current perspectives, trends, issues and controversies in the field of social studies education, both in relation to content and pedagogy. Considers social studies in terms of its relationship to the social science disciplines.
    Three hours per week.
  
  • EDUC 582 - Teaching Reading in The Content Areas: Part I


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Provides knowledge of the reading process, instructional strategies and materials used, drawn from research-based recommendations for using text in secondary content areas. Intended for M.Ed. candidates and other in-service teachers.
    Three hours per week.
  
  • EDUC 583 - Teaching Reading in The Content Areas: Part II


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Provides in-depth study of literacy needs of diverse populations. Includes instructional and assessment methods in reading and writing. Intended for all secondary and K-12 teachers.
    Three hours per week.
  
  • EDUC 585 - Technology Tools for Teaching and Learning


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Examines the use of graphics, productivity tools and interactive technologies to enhance learning. Develops ability to plan, organize and design products that effectively communicate information and challenges the use of specific tools to solve problems. Uses technology applications to design and develop interactive learning environments to support authentic, constructivist, problem-based learning for all learners. Critically evaluates tools appropriate for learners.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites Admission to graduate study, EDUC 570  and basic computer skills (file management, word processing, Web development, Web-based communication and researching skills).
  
  • EDUC 588 - Seminar: Educating Individuals with Disabilities


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Special education services and issues from the perspective of elementary and secondary teachers. Focus on the inclusion model for various categories of disability.
    Prerequisites EDUC 502 .
  
  • EDUC 590 - Seminar in Education


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Topics vary semester to semester.
    Prerequisites Permission of instructor.
    May be taken twice under different course subtitles.
  
  • EDUC 592 - Special Topics in Technology


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Focuses on specific content areas and investigates strategies for integrating technology into performance-based teaching and learning to enhance student achievement. Students design performance-based teaching and assessment tasks that integrate technology into curriculum. Topics and issues will change to focus on different subject areas.
    Prerequisites EDUC 571 , 589. three hours per week.
    May be repeated once under different topic.
  
  • EDUC 619 - The Law and Public Education


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Study of school law which affects the teacher and the public school. Nature and scope of school law considered as generally applied to the purpose and functions of the school system.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites EDUC 502  and any two 500-level EDUC courses.
  
  • EDUC 620 - Legal Issues in Higher Education


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Introduction to important legal concepts and case law that influence decision making in post-secondary educational contexts. Topics include a general overview of legal concepts and case law (mainly federal case law) from around the country on the following issues: college governance, faculty freedom and tenure, student rights and responsibilities, liability, disability access, and athletics.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites Admission to graduate study.
  
  • EDUC 621 - Higher Education Management


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Provides an overview of leadership in American higher education institutions, including contemporary opportunities, challenges and threats they face. Provides a foundation in higher education leadership theory from the perspective of academic, administrative and community stakeholders. 
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites EDUC 620  or permission of instructor.
  
  • EDUC 632 - Classroom Assessment


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Examination of the role of evaluation in assessing classroom learning. Evidence of student learning gathered from traditional and alternative assessment practices. Benefits and limitations of these assessment practices identified.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites EDUC 502  and any two EDUC 500-level courses.
  
  • EDUC 634 - Early Childhood Curriculum and Assessment


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Analysis of early childhood program models, curricula and assessment methods. Examines philosophical and theoretical orientations, related research and societal needs.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites EDUC 502  and any two EDUC 500-level courses.
  
  • EDUC 636 - Creativity in Early Childhood Education


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    In-depth study of the creative process and the techniques that will promote creativity.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites EDUC 502  and any two EDUC 500-level courses.
  
  • EDUC 638 - Language Development in Early Childhood


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Advanced study of the development of language, literacy and communication skills in children, birth through age eight. Examines current issues and research with emphasis on classroom application.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites EDUC 502  and any two EDUC 500-level courses.
  
  • EDUC 665 - Internship in Postsecondary Education


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Supervised, on-site field experiences and a series of seminars with other interns. Experimental learning enhanced by guided readings, interaction with professional practitioners, participation in activities of the host agency, completion of a major project and seminar discussions.
    Prerequisites Permission of M.Ed. coordinator.
  
  • EDUC 689 - Multimedia in the Constructivist Classroom


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Examines advanced multimedia authoring tools for designing K-16 classroom instruction. Develops multimedia skills such as audio, video, graphics, interactive PowerPoint and Web 2.0 multimedia tools. Examines principles of constructivism, lesson design for project-based learning and assessment strategies.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites Intermediate computer skills (file management, word processing, Internet searching, PowerPoint), EDUC 570 , any two EDUC 500-level courses.
  
  • EDUC 691 - Directed Independent Study


    1-3 Hour(s) Credit
    Permits self-study of problems not considered in other courses.
    Prerequisites Approval of course instructor and M.Ed. coordinator. EDUC 502  and six additional graduate credits.
    May be taken twice under different course subtitles.
  
  • EDUC 694 - Leadership and Technology for School Improvement


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Examines the role of professional development in the process of school improvement. Focuses on research and best practices for most effective uses of technology, literature on the change process, professional development standards and use of technology to address goals for school improvement. Examines strategies for providing effective professional development and creates professional development plans for the school setting.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites EDUC 570 , any two additional graduate-level technology courses.
  
  • EDUC 695 - Research Seminar


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Capstone experience for students in the M.Ed. program. Students utilize research skills in completing a project based on a topic related to their concentration. Project must be presented to a professional audience. Students also reflect on how the M.Ed. program has made a difference in their professional lives.
    Prerequisites EDUC 502 , 24 hours of M.Ed. graduate credit 
  
  • ELED 201 - Introduction to Teaching


    1 Hour(s) Credit
    Provides a comprehensive orientation to the teaching profession. The theoretical content and field-based experience help candidates gain an informed overview of the dimensions of public education in the United States. Examine and critique historical, philosophical and intellectual foundations of the American education system that includes school organization and governance, ethical and legal matters, social roles, curriculum, major trends, and current educational issues. Develop a broad understanding of teaching certification and licensure and reflect on personal interests in a teaching career.
    One hour per week.
  
  • ELED 202 - Technology in Education


    4 Hour(s) Credit
    Emphasizes the role of technology for teaching and learning in pre-K-6 classrooms. Provides experiences with computer-based and mobile applications. Explores traditional and emerging technologies that enhance the learning experience for students, including digital images, video, Internet and interactive technologies as a means of developing meaningful learning experiences. Addresses Maryland state technology standards for teachers as well as national technology standards for teachers and students. Includes clinical experiences.
    Three hours per week with enhancement.
    Prerequisites Declared elementary education, early childhood or dual certification major. Must be taken during semester prior to applying to the Professional Teacher Education Program.
    Corequisites Early Childhood and Dual Certification Major: ECED 251 .
  
  • ELED 301 - Diversity in Education


    4 Hour(s) Credit
    Reviews theories and aspects of cultural competence most relevant to teaching in diverse classrooms. Explores the ideas of freedom, democracy, justice, equality, equity and human dignity from the perspective of the self, family and community. Provides experiences that heighten candidates’ diversity awareness and sensitivity. Examines beliefs, attitudes, values and practices that foster cultural and linguistic competence.
    Three hours per week with enhancement
    Prerequisites Admission to Professional Teacher Education Program
  
  • ELED 302 - Integrated Reading and Language Arts Grades K-3


    4 Hour(s) Credit
    Introduces the teaching of language acquisition and literacy processes for education candidates. Includes language development, word recognition, vocabulary and comprehension through the integrated language arts of reading, writing, speaking, listening, visualizing and visually representing. Includes clinical experiences.
    Three hours per week with enhancement.
    Prerequisites Admission to Professional Teacher Education Program.
    Major Prerequisites Early Childhood and Dual Certification: ECED 352 , ELED 305 /ELED 202 , ELED 317 , ELED 397 .
  
  • ELED 305 - Learning and Assessment for Diverse Classrooms


    4 Hour(s) Credit
    Examines concepts, principles, theories and research related to the teaching and learning of children in grades Pre-K-6. Focuses on research as it relates to learning theories, cognitive processes, motivation and learner differences. Explores formative and summative assessment strategies to support, verify and document student learning and improve teacher performance. Includes clinical experiences.
    Three hours per week with enhancement.
    Prerequisites Admission to Professional Teacher Education Program.
  
  • ELED 317 - Integrating Aesthetic Experiences into Teaching and Learning


    4 Hour(s) Credit
    Introduces aesthetic educational theory as it relates to the aims, curriculum, organization and teaching/learning of the arts (music, drama, dance and visual arts). Presents a basic working knowledge of the arts and the pedagogical strategies used to implement and integrate the arts into and through the pre-K-6 curriculum. Emphasis is placed on state and national standards and curricular integration. A focus is placed on theories that ground creative arts instruction, research-based benefits that are shown to improve academic achievement, and pedagogical strategies that focus on hands-on learning and creativity development. Includes clinical experiences.
    Three hours per week with enhancement.
    Prerequisites Admission to Professional Teacher Education Program.
  
  • ELED 320 - Teaching Diverse Learners


    4 Hour(s) Credit
    Introduces core concepts and contemporary perspectives in the field of special education. Explores important topics that include the history of special education, current legislation, personnel and procedures, collaboration with parents/guardians and service providers, and needs of diverse learners, including English Language Learners and those who are gifted and talented. Identifies, applies and critiques effective research-based instructional approaches to teaching learners who have different needs. Incorporates realities of inclusive practices and provides opportunities for candidates to triangulate and reflectively apply course content through clinical experiences. Emphasizes the development of a professional disposition that values human differences. Includes clinical experiences.
    Three hours per week with enhancement.
    Prerequisites Admission to Professional Teacher Education Program.
    Major Prerequisites Early Childhood and Dual Certification: ECED 352 , ELED 305 /ELED 202 , ELED 317 , ELED 397 . Elementary: ELED 302 , ELED 305 /ELED 202 , ELED 317 , ELED 397 .
  
  • ELED 330 - Integrated Reading and Language Arts Grades 3-6


    4 Hour(s) Credit
    Introduces the teaching of language and literacy processes for grades 3-6. Designed for elementary teacher education candidates. Covers content related to continued development of language and vocabulary, and comprehension though the integrated language arts of reading, writing, speaking, listening, visualizing and visually representing. Apply knowledge of reading and writing strategies, as well as oral language development, to design and implement lessons and teaching activities. Analyze and respond to classroom situations considering different aspects of diversity and how it is framed within the schooling system. Includes clinical experiences.
    Three hours per week with enhancement.
    Prerequisites Admission to Professional Teacher Education Program.
    Major Prerequisites Elementary: ELED 302 , ELED 202  or ELED 305 , ELED 317 , ELED 397 . Dual Certification: ELED 302 , ELED 320 , ELED 340 , ELED 350 , ELED 398 .
  
  • ELED 340 - Building Classroom Community


    4 Hour(s) Credit
    Examines philosophical, theoretical and practical models of classroom management to develop positive learning communities and manage student behavior. Includes assessing stages of group development, analyzing use of classroom space, establishing rules and procedures, communicating effectively with stakeholders, monitoring dimensions of wellness and resiliency, and applying best strategies to create a classroom management plan. Includes clinical experiences.
    Three hours per week with enhancement.
    Prerequisites Admission to Professional Teacher Education Program.
    Major Prerequisites Elementary Education: ELED 302 , ELED 305 /ELED 202 , ELED 317 , ELED 397 . Dual Certification: ECED 352 , ELED 305 /ELED 202 , ELED 317 , ELED 397 .
  
  • ELED 350 - Literature for Children


    4 Hour(s) Credit
    Emphasizes knowledge necessary for an appreciation and understanding of children’s literature, its historical development, major genres in the field, contemporary issues, debates about children and literature written for them, and the literacy terms relevant to the study of literature written for children. In addition to reading critically acclaimed works of both fiction and nonfiction, examine poetry, folklore and digital stories and the relationship between graphic narrative and text. Includes clinical experiences.
    Three hours per week with enhancement.
    Prerequisites Admission to Professional Teacher Education Program.
    Major Prerequisites Early Childhood and Dual Certification: ECED 352 , ELED 305 /ELED 202 , ELED 317 , ELED 397 . Elementary: ELED 302 , ELED 305 /ELED 202 , ELED 317 , ELED 397 .
  
  • ELED 390 - Studies in Elementary Education


    1-4 Hour(s) Credit
    Focused study of a particular topic, trend and/or issue relevant to elementary education. May be taken twice under different course titles.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites Permission of the instructor.
  
  • ELED 396 - Applied Teaching Study


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Provides a comprehensive study of the expectations of the Educative Teacher Performance Assessment (edTPA). Engage in formative experiences that model and support practical teaching skills and professional dispositions in preparation for demonstration and assessment of readiness to teach. Course is offered as an elective.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites ECED 352 ; ELED 302 , ELED 305 , ELED 202 , ELED 317 , ELED 397 .
    May be taken twice for credit.
  
  • ELED 397 - Diversity and the Self


    1 Hour(s) Credit
    Reviews theories and aspects of cultural competence most relevant to teaching in diverse classrooms. Explores the ideals of freedom, democracy, justice, equality, equity and human dignity from the perspective of the individual. Provides experiences that heighten candidates’ diversity awareness and sensitivity. Examines different kinds of beliefs, attitudes, values and practices that foster cultural and linguistic competence at the individual level. The instructor may use different medium to study the topic.
    One hour per week.
  
  • ELED 398 - Diversity and the Family


    1 Hour(s) Credit
    Reviews theories and aspects of cultural competence most relevant to teaching in diverse classrooms. Explores the ideals of freedom, democracy, justice, equality, equity and human dignity from the perspective of the family. Provides experiences that heighten candidates’ diversity awareness and sensitivity. Examines different beliefs, attitudes, values and practices that foster cultural and linguistic competence at the family level. The instructor may use different medium to study the topic.
    One hour per week.
  
  • ELED 403 - Teaching Science in Elementary Classrooms


    4 Hour(s) Credit
    Introduces dimensions of science instruction that facilitate student learning in elementary schools. Attention is given to the skills necessary for placing learners in the position of investigator, planning and teaching inquiry-based lessons, and conducting formative and summative assessment. Emphasis is on aligning to state and national science education standards and initiatives, such as STEM education and environmental literacy. Includes clinical experiences.
    Three hours per week with enhancement.
    Prerequisites Admission to Professional Teacher Education Program.
    Major Prerequisites Elementary: ELED 320 , ELED 330 , ELED 340 , ELED 350 , ELED 398 . Dual Certification: ECED 356 , ECED 366 , ELED 330 , ELED 499 .
  
  • ELED 405 - Teaching Social Studies in Elementary Classrooms


    4 Hour(s) Credit
    Introduces discipline-based inquiry for promoting democratic citizenship through the social studies. Focuses on building content knowledge and instructional strategies in history, geography, political science, cultural studies and economics. Course objectives and activities are based on the College, Career and Civic Life four-stage model of inquiry from the National Council for the Social Studies and align with Maryland state standards for elementary social studies. Includes clinical experiences.
    Three hours per week with enhancement.
    Prerequisites Admission to Professional Teacher Education Program.
    Major Prerequisites Elementary: ELED 320 , ELED 330 , ELED 340 , ELED 350 , ELED 398 . Dual Certification: ECED 356 , ECED 366 , ELED 330 , ELED 499 , completion of General Education Group IIIB.
  
  • ELED 406 - Teaching Mathematics in Elementary Classrooms


    4 Hour(s) Credit
    Emphasizes the teaching of mathematics to students in grades 1-6. Focuses on developmentally appropriate instructional strategies that align to national standards and promote conceptual understandings. Attention is placed on the teaching and learning of mathematics as it relates to research, theory, pedagogy, content, diversity, assessment, technology, literacy and integration. Includes clinical experiences.
    Three hours per week with enhancement.
    Prerequisites Admission to Professional Teacher Education Program.
    Major Prerequisites Elementary: ELED 320 , ELED 330 , ELED 340 , ELED 350 , ELED 398 . Dual Certification: ECED 356 , ECED 366 , ELED 330 , ELED 499 .
  
  • ELED 410 - Literacy Assessment and Intervention


    4 Hour(s) Credit
    Introduces and applies formal and informal literacy assessment tools that can be used to make appropriate instructional decisions for learner differences. Includes information and practices in administering research-based intervention strategies for early literacy, phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency, comprehension and writing. Includes clinical experiences.
    Three hours per week with enhancement.
    Prerequisites Admission to Professional Teacher Education Program.
    Major Prerequisites Early Childhood: ECED 356 , ELED 302 , ELED 320 , ELED 350 , ELED 398 . Elementary: ELED 320 , ELED 330 , ELED 340 , ELED 350 , ELED 398 . Dual Certification: ECED 356 , ECED 366 , ELED 330 , ELED 499 .
  
  • ELED 411 - Clinical Practice Seminar


    4 Hour(s) Credit
    Complements student teaching internship for elementary/early childhood/dual certification education majors. Integrates theory and practice, facilitates the process of learning to reflect upon one’s teaching, and provides support for candidates making the transition from teacher candidate to professional educator. Meets at school sites on a schedule to be announced as part of SU’s Professional Development School partnership. Includes clinical experiences.
    Three hours per week with enhancement.
    Prerequisites Admission to Professional Teacher Education Program.
    Corequisites Early Childhood: ECED 455 , ECED 456 . Elementary: ELED 421 , ELED 422 . Dual Certification: ECED 455 , ELED 422 , ELED 423 .
  
  • ELED 419 - Teaching Music and Reading in the Elementary School


    4 Hour(s) Credit
    Techniques for teaching music and reading content in preschool through grade 6. Emphasis on vocal, instrumental and general music. Comprehensive overview of creative activities utilizing music/reading materials and their application to the elementary school curriculum. Offered for undergraduate credit.
    Three hours lecture and three hours field experience per week.
    Prerequisites Admission to Professional Teacher Education Program.
  
  • ELED 421 - Elementary Education Clinical Practice I


    5 Hour(s) Credit
    Engages in full-time clinical experience with designated mentors in Professional Development School (PDS) sites, progressively assuming the lead-teacher role in the classroom while planning and co-teaching with the mentor. Direct supervision under the direction of a mentor teacher and University supervisor. One, eight-week, full-time, supervised clinical experience in a school. Clinical Practice in lower (grades 1-3) or upper elementary (grades 4-6) grade levels.
    Minimum of 30 hours per week for eight weeks.
    Prerequisites ELED 403 , ELED 405 , ELED 406 , ELED 410 , ELED 499 , admission to Clinical Practice.
    Corequisites ELED 411 .
    (P/F)
  
  • ELED 422 - Elementary Education Clinical Practice II


    5 Hour(s) Credit
    Engages in full-time clinical experience with designated mentors in Professional Development School (PDS) sites, progressively assuming the lead-teacher role in the classroom while planning and co-teaching with the mentor. Direct supervision under the direction of a mentor teacher and University supervisor. One, eight-week, full-time, supervised clinical experience in a school. Clinical Practice in lower (grades 1-3) or upper elementary (grades 4-6) grade levels.
    Minimum of 30 hours per week for eight weeks.
    Prerequisites ELED 403 , ELED 405 , ELED 406 , ELED 410 , ELED 421 , ELED 499 , admission to Clinical Practice.
    Corequisites ELED 411 .
    (P/F)
  
  • ELED 423 - Dual Certification Major Clinical Practice


    2 Hour(s) Credit
    Engages in full-time clinical experience with designated mentors in Professional Development School (PDS) sites, progressively assuming the lead-teacher role in the classroom while planning and co-teaching with the mentor. Direct supervision under direction of a mentor teacher and University supervisor. One, three-week, full-time supervised clinical experience in a school. Clinical practice in upper elementary (grades 4-6) grade level.
    Minimum of 30 hours per week for three weeks.
    Prerequisites ELED 403 , ELED 405 , ELED 406 , ELED 410 , admission to Clinical Practice.
    Corequisites ELED 411 .
    (P/F)
  
  • ELED 430 - Directed Teaching in Music in the Elementary School


    6 Hour(s) Credit
    Student teaching experience in all aspects of the elementary school music curriculum at several grade levels under the direction of public school music teacher, with supervision from the University staff. Includes observation and participation in the classroom as well as actual teaching and other activities and duties normally performed
    Prerequisites Completion of courses in the music concentration through the third year, ELED 419 , SCED 429 , written approval of the Music Department, admission to Professional Teacher Education Program.
    (P/F)
  
  • ELED 499 - Diversity and the Community


    1 Hour(s) Credit
    Reviews theories and aspects of cultural competence most relevant to teaching in diverse classrooms. Explores the ideals of freedom, democracy, justice, equality, equity and human dignity from the perspective of the community. Provides experiences that heighten candidates’ diversity awareness and sensitivity. Examines different kinds of beliefs, attitudes, values and practices that foster cultural and linguistic competence at the Community level. The instructor may use different medium to study the topic.
    One hour per week.
  
  • EMAT 501 - Development and Learning Applied to Teaching


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Examines theory and research in human development and learning psychology with application to teaching in contemporary middle and secondary schools. Emphasis on translating theory into practice by integrating field experiences, class work, student projects, assignments and exams.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites Admission to M.A.T. program.
  
  • EMAT 502 - Foundations of Education in a Diverse and Democratic Society


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    A comprehensive overview of the foundation of education in a diverse and democratic society. It is an interdisciplinary approach, incorporating the social, philosophical, economic, political, historical and curricular foundations to provide a clear understanding of the teaching profession. Special attention is given to cultural problems and issues that influence opportunities and performance in educational institutions, including controversies confronting American education today. Field experiences are required.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites Admission to M.A.T. program.
  
  • EMAT 504 - Teaching Reading in the Content Areas I


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Knowledge of the reading process, instructional strategies and materials use, drawn from research-based recommendations for using text in secondary content areas.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites Admission to M.A.T. program.
  
  • EMAT 506 - The Inclusive Classroom


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Learn the fundamentals of inclusive teaching. Study the history of special education, legal and ethical foundations for individuals with disabilities; accommodations; modifications of students with high, low, multiple incidence disabilities; effective teaching/ management skills; and an overview of specific strategies that promote learning within the content areas. Identify specific problems in content areas and learn how to effectively address them. Learn how to create assessments that provide immediate feedback in a variety of formats. Field experiences in inclusive content classrooms are required.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites Admission to M.A.T. program.
  
  • EMAT 507 - M.A.T. Internship I


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Two full-time, eight-week clinical experiences providing opportunities to actualize the latest educational research and theory into practice, including but not exclusive to observation, mini-teaching, macro-teaching, whole group lessons and action research. Conducted under the direct supervision of a clinical supervisor (experienced public school teacher) with guidance and support from the university supervisor.
    Prerequisites EMAT 501 , EMAT 503, EMAT 505, EMAT 506 , EMAT 512 , EMAT 515 and required methods courses.
    Corequisites EMAT 511 .
  
  • EMAT 508 - Teaching Reading in the Content Areas II


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    In-depth study of literacy needs of diverse populations. Includes instructional and assessment methods in reading and writing.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites EMAT 501 , EMAT 503, EMAT 505, EMAT 506 , EMAT 512 , EMAT 515 and required methods courses.
  
  • EMAT 509 - M.A.T. Internship II


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Two full-time, eight-week clinical experiences providing opportunities to actualize the latest educational research and theory into practice, including but not exclusive to observation, mini-teaching, macro-teaching, whole group lessons and action research. Conducted under the direct supervision of a clinical supervisor (experienced public school teacher) with guidance and support from the university supervisor.
    Prerequisites EMAT 501 , EMAT 503, EMAT 505, EMAT 506 , EMAT 512 , EMAT 515 and required methods courses.
    Corequisites EMAT 511 .
  
  • EMAT 510 - Applied Research and Technology II


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Complete and present portfolios, action research projects and seminar papers. Integrates educational technology, especially as it applies to teaching in the schools.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites Successful completion of EMAT 507 , EMAT 509 , EMAT 511 .
  
  • EMAT 511 - M.A.T. Internship Seminar


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Forum for discussing problems encountered during the internship. Colloquium for developing strategies to resolve these problems.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites Admission to M.A.T. program.
    Corequisites EMAT 507 , EMAT 509 .
  
  • EMAT 512 - Classroom Management: Theory and Practice


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Provides the student with a repertoire of strategies to create a classroom environment that facilitates optimal learning. Different classroom management theories will be explored and evaluated for appropriateness in a given situation. Special attention is given to accommodating diversity and strategies for effectively communicating with families is considered.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites Admission to M.A.T. program.
  
  • EMAT 517 - Teaching Music and Reading in the Elementary School


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Techniques for teaching music and reading content in preschool through grade 6. Emphasis on vocal, instrumental and general music. Comprehensive overview of creative activities utilizing music/reading materials and their application to the elementary school curriculum. Development of a sound rationale for teaching music in elementary schools and will include a half day per week of classroom observations.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites Admission to M.A.T. program.
  
  • EMAT 518 - Teaching Mathematics in Grades 7-12, Part I


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    First course of a two-course sequence for analysis of middle and high school programs in mathematics; emphasis on methods of teaching mathematical concepts and understandings. Includes development of strategies and skills for teaching mathematics with technology. Required classroom visitations and field experiences as necessary to complete assignments.
    Three hours lecture, three hours field experience per week.
    Prerequisites Admission to M.A.T. program.
    (spring semester only)
  
  • EMAT 519 - Teaching Music in Grades 7-12


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Techniques for teaching music in grades 7 through 12. Emphasis on vocal, instrumental and general classroom music. Comprehensive overview of creative activities utilizing music content, materials and their application to the secondary school curriculum. Includes development of strategies and skills for teaching music with technology. Development of a sound rationale for teaching music in the secondary schools.
    Three hours lecture, three hours field experience per week.
    Prerequisites Admission to M.A.T. program.
    (spring semester only)
  
  • EMAT 520 - Teaching Mathematics in Grades 7-12, Part II


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Second course of a two-course sequence dealing with techniques for teaching mathematics. Includes organization of teaching units, assessment, observation and evaluation of teaching in middle and high school settings. Includes development of strategies and skills for teaching mathematics with technology. Required classroom visitations and field experiences as necessary to complete assignments.
    Three hours lecture, six hours internship per week.
    Prerequisites Admission to M.A.T. program and successful completion of EMAT 518 .
    (fall semester only)
  
  • EMAT 526 - Teaching English in Grades 7-12, Part I


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Study of materials and methods for teaching language arts in middle and high school, with attention to strategies and materials that support reading, speaking and listening. Various models and strategies for teaching texts and media are demonstrated and analyzed. Includes development of strategies and skills for teaching English with technology. Theoretical models are examined in weekly field-based practice.
    Three hours lecture, three hours field experience per week.
    Prerequisites Admission to M.A.T. program.
    (spring semester only)
  
  • EMAT 527 - Teaching Science in Grades 7-12, Part I


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    First course of a two-course sequence for analysis of middle and high school programs in science; emphasis on methods of teaching science concepts and understandings. Includes development of strategies and skills for teaching science with technology. Required classroom visitations and field experiences as necessary to complete assignments.
    Three hours lecture, three hours field experience per week.
    Prerequisites Admission to M.A.T. program.
    (spring semester only)
  
  • EMAT 528 - Teaching English in Grades 7-12, Part II


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Study of strategies and materials that support reading, writing, speaking and listening in content area study of secondary English language arts, with emphasis on methods of teaching language and writing and technology integration. Long-range planning and assessment are examined as elements for integrating the language arts. Required classroom visitations and field experiences
    three hours lecture, six hours internship per week.
    Prerequisites Admission to M.A.T. program and successful completion of EMAT 526 .
    (fall semester only)
  
  • EMAT 529 - Teaching Science in Grades 7-12, Part II


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Second course of a two-course sequence dealing with techniques for teaching science. Includes organization of teaching units, assessment, observation and evaluation of teaching in middle and high school settings. Includes development of strategies and skills for teaching science with technology. Required classroom visitations and field experiences as necessary to complete assignments.
    three hours lecture, six hours internship per week.
    Prerequisites Admission to M.A.T. program and successful completion of EMAT 527 .
    (fall semester only)
  
  • EMAT 530 - Teaching Social Studies in Grades 7-12, Part I


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Analysis of middle and high school programs in social studies; emphasis on methods of teaching history, geography and citizenship. Current curriculum trends are considered. Includes development of strategies and skills for teaching social studies with technology. Required classroom visitations and field experiences in order to complete assignments.
    Three hours lecture, three hours field experience per week.
    Prerequisites Admission to M.A.T. program.
    (spring semester only)
  
  • EMAT 531 - Teaching World Languages in Grades 7-12, Part I


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    First course of a two-course sequence for analysis of the philosophy, aims and methods of teaching world languages in the middle and high school with emphasis on the theories, techniques and materials in current use. Includes development of strategies and skills for teaching world languages with technology. Required classroom visitations and field experience as necessary to complete assignments.
    Three hours lecture, three hours field experience per week.
    Prerequisites Admission to the M.A.T. program.
    (spring semester only)
  
  • EMAT 532 - Teaching Social Studies in Grades 7-12, Part II


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Continuing analysis of middle and high school programs in social studies. Emphasis on methods of teaching history, geography, economics and citizenship. Current curriculum trends are considered. Includes development of strategies and skills for teaching social studies with technology. Continuation of EMAT 530 . Required classroom visitations and field experiences as necessary to complete assignments.
    three hours lecture, six hours internship per week.
    Prerequisites Admission to M.A.T. program and successful completion of EMAT 530 .
    (fall semester only)
  
  • EMAT 533 - Teaching World Languages in Grades 7-12, Part II


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Second course of a two-course sequence for analysis of the philosophy, aims and methods of teaching world languages in the middle or high school with emphasis on the theories, techniques and materials in current use. Includes development of strategies and skills for teaching world languages with technology. Required classroom visitations and field experiences as necessary to complete assignments.
    three hours lecture, six hours internship per week.
    Prerequisites Admission to M.A.T. program and successful completion of EMAT 531 .
    (fall semester only)
  
  • EMAT 537 - Educational Research


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Introduction to quantitative and qualitative methods of inquiry as they apply to the needs of teacher-researchers. Attention is given to reading, analyzing and interpreting scholarly research to solve instructional problems. Includes the design of an action research project that addresses an area of current concern in the field of P-12 education.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites Admission to M.A.T. program.
  
  • EMAT 538 - Technology in Education


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Examines educational technology and its current and potential impact on schools. Provides an introduction to the role of technology in the teaching and learning process as well as how to the use of technology can enhance teacher productivity and professional development. Examines current issues in the use of educational technology, the impact of technology on society and techniques for integrating technology into the classroom. Examines Internet, audio, video and graphic technologies, as well as tools for collecting and analyzing student data.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites Admission to M.A.T. program.
  
  • EMAT 539 - Instruction and Assessment for Student Learning


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Focuses on the appropriate selection, construction, administration and use of effective educational assessment, particularly as it impacts student learning. Using the curriculum instruction- assessment cycle, explores these important connections to better understand roles and responsibilities as classroom teachers in the assessment process.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites Admission to M.A.T. program.
  
  • EMAT 541 - Teaching Literacy in the Content Areas I


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Study of language and literacy processes as they apply to teaching across content areas. Emphasis on theory and instructional practice to support secondary students’ literacy development. Focus on ways that literacies, defined broadly, are developed and used in learning discipline-specific curriculum, with particular emphases on digital and global literacies and the needs of culturally and linguistically diverse and exceptional learners.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites Admission to graduate study; 30 hours/semester field placement OR currently teaching in a middle or high school classroom.
  
  • EMAT 542 - Teaching Literacy in the Content Areas II


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Builds on the foundational study of teaching literacy processes across content areas in Teaching Literacy in the Content Areas I. Emphasis on employing instructional practice (planning, teaching and assessing student learning) to support secondary students’ literacy development. Focus on how to plan for teaching, select complex texts, utilize literacy strategies and practices, and evaluate literacy learning within discipline- specific curriculum. Particular emphases on digital and global literacies and the needs of culturally and linguistically diverse and exceptional learners.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites EMAT 541 .
    Corequisites Minimum one day per week in a middle or high school classroom.
  
  • EMAT 550 - Literature for Adolescence


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Study of literature for and about contemporary adolescents. Emphasis on methods of teaching that build adolescent appreciation for the more established literary selections in secondary school curriculum.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites Admission to M.A.T. program and successful completion of EMAT 527 .
    Corequisites EMAT 528 .
  
  • ISED 208 - Great Inventions


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Explore at least eight inventions that have significantly influenced modern societies and their potential use as the focus of K-8 curricula. Analyze ways in which the technologies resulting from various inventions function by applying disciplinary core ideas from STEM fields at a conceptual level, especially in physical sciences, as well as the practices in STEM fields that supported the development of the technologies. The specific inventions that will be the focus of the course will change.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites C or better in ELED 304, MATH 130 .
  
  • ISED 209 - Field Experience in STEM Education


    1-3 Hour(s) Credit
    Take part in field experience focused on gaining understanding and facility with the Maryland STEM Standards of Practice. Takes place under the combined supervision of a faculty member and an on-site STEM mentor who can support the development of skills in STEM education. Take part in STEM education experiences, including the development and presentation of STEM instruction activities appropriate to the setting.
    Document three hours in the field placement per week for each credit hour.
  
  • ISED 390 - Studies in Integrated STEM Education


    1-4 Hour(s) Credit
    Focused study of a particular topic, trend and/or issue relevant to integrated STEM education. May be taken twice under different course titles.
    Variable hours per week.
  
  • REED 500 - Literacy: History and Theory


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Develops knowledge and understanding of historical perspectives on literacy, major literacy theories, research on the development of reading/literacy, and prepares candidates to become members of a professional literacy community.
    Three hours per week.
  
  • REED 510 - Writing: Processes And Products


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Develops perspectives on writing instruction in grades PreK- 12. Topics include theory and development, images as writing, instructional processes and methods, analysis of products, writing to learn disciplinary content, and writing in response to texts.
    Three hours per week.
    Prerequisites Admission to graduate study.
  
  • REED 515 - Emergent Literacies


    3 Hour(s) Credit
    Emphasizes current theories and research on oral language and literacy development, including linguistic variation for birth through grade 2. Content focuses on phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, writing, texts and materials, motivation, and skills and strategies.
    Three hours per week.
 

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