Equity and Education (EED)

EED 2013. Introduction to Teaching and Learning in a Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Society. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Introductory course for all prospective teachers. This course is designed to help students understand the complexity of K–12 teaching in our contemporary society. Students will examine the history, policies and practices that have shaped schooling in the United States. Contemporary dilemmas of equity, the achievement gap, and other marginalizing practices will be considered to better understand the culture of schooling and classrooms, and the complex role of the teacher. Emphasis will be on, but not limited to, students as learners, curriculum standards and assessment, effective teaching practices for diverse learners, professionalism, and the sociopolitical challenges confronting today’s teachers. Field experience required. (Formerly IDS 2013. Credit cannot be earned for both IDS 2013 and EED 2013.) Generally offered: Fall, Spring. Course Fees: LRH1 $20.54; STSH $30.81; STF1 $75.

EED 3110. Preclinical Field Experience I. (0-0) 0 Credit Hours.

Corequisites: Preclinical Year Semester 1 Courses: EED 3303, ECE 3143, ECE 3603, ESL 3033, EDU 3002. 32 hours of field experience that includes but is not limited to activities such as school/classroom observations, assisting a mentor teacher, working with small groups, or any course assignments related to interacting with students. These activities may be online or in person depending on state requirements for certification. Generally offered: Fall, Spring. Course Fee: LRH1 $20; STF1 $75; STSH $30.

EED 3220. Preclinical Field Experience II. (0-0) 0 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Certification Program. Corequisites: Preclinical Year Semester 2: ECE 4203, ECE 3313, LTED 3823, LTED 3513, ESL 3003. 40 hours of field experience that includes but is not limited to activities such as school/classroom observations, assisting a mentor teacher, working with small groups, designing and delivering a lesson to a small group or whole class with mentor teacher cooperation and feedback, independently creating and delivering a lesson to a small group/whole class, or any course assignments related to interacting with students. These activities may be online or in person depending on state requirements for certification. Generally offered: Fall, Spring. Course Fee: LRH1 $20.54; STF1 $75.

EED 3303. Teaching, Learning, and Classroom Culture. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Certification Program. Corequisites: Preclinical Year Semester 1 Courses: EED 3110, ECE 3143, ECE 3603, ESL 3033, EDU 3002. Students are introduced to Universal Design for Learning, an approach that aims to meet the diverse needs of all learners. The course’s focus on instructional equity is strengthened by the integration of culturally responsive/sustaining pedagogy, social emotional learning, trauma-informed pedagogy, and restorative justice practices. Students will explore classroom ecology by examining the deep connection between a teacher’s curricular and instructional choices and how it shapes elementary and middle grades classroom environments. Students will apply their developing knowledge of these concepts and skills by designing curricular materials that demonstrate the importance of fostering a healthy and supportive learning environment. Field experience required. Course Fee: LRH1 $20.54; STSH $30.81.

EED 3323. Developing Pedagogical Content Knowledge. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Developing Pedagogical Content Knowledge (PCK) is a course designed to assist students (teacher candidates) in acquiring and applying the skills of integrating content and pedagogy in the subject areas and grade levels they are seeking certification. PCK involves deep knowledge of students, subject matter knowledge, theory, and curriculum design. This includes assessing the needs and strengths of students, the content to be taught, and choosing appropriate teaching strategies that will best represent the content and support student learning. The use of PCK invites students (teacher candidates) to actively bring together theory, research, and practice for classroom teaching during their clinical experiences. This course also aims to support students (teacher candidates) in developing their skills and knowledge for teacher certification assessments. Generally offered: Fall. Course fees: LRH1 $20.54; STSH $30.81.

EED 3620. 4-8 MA/SCI Field Experience l. (0-0) 0 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Certification Program. Corequisites: Preclinical Year Semester 1 Courses. Includes but is not limited to activities such as school/classroom observations, assisting a mentor teacher, working with small groups, or any course assignments related to interacting with students. These activities may be online or in person, depending on state requirements for certification. Generally offered: Fall, Spring. Course Fee: LRH1 $20.54; STF1 $75.

EED 3630. 4-8 MA/SCI Field Experience ll. (0-0) 0 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Certification Program. Includes but is not limited to activities such as school/classroom observations, assisting a mentor teacher, working with small groups, designing and delivering a lesson to a small group or whole class with mentor teacher cooperation and feedback, independently creating and delivering a lesson to a small group/whole class, or any course assignments related to interacting with students. These activities may be online or in person depending on state requirements for certification. Generally offered: Fall, Spring. Course Fee: LRH1 $20.54; STF1 $75.

EED 3640. 4-8 ELR/SS Field Experience l. (0-0) 0 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Certification Program. Corequisites: Preclinical Year Semester 1 Courses. Includes but is not limited to activities such as school/classroom observations, assisting a mentor teacher, working with small groups, or any course assignments related to interacting with students. Generally offered: Fall, Spring. Course Fee: LRH1 $20.54; STF1 $75.

EED 3650. 4-8 ELR/SS Field Experience ll. (0-0) 0 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Certification Program. Includes but is not limited to activities such as school/classroom observations, assisting a mentor teacher, working with small groups, designing and delivering a lesson to a small group or whole class with mentor teacher cooperation and feedback, independently creating and delivering a lesson to a small group/whole class, or any course assignments related to interacting with students. These activities may be online or in person, depending on state requirements for certification. Generally offered: Fall, Spring. Course Fee: LRH1 $20.54; STF1 $75.