EDU 255:
Technology in Education
Goal: To gain knowledge and skills necessary to integrate
technology with the content and pedagogy in the education methods courses.
Content: The content, concepts, and applications of a variety of
educational software and tools, as well as, the special issues pertaining to the
management and maintenance of these materials will be explored. Candidates will
become familiar with the National Educational Technology Standards and the
Georgia State Technology Requirements. In addition, the candidates will plan,
teach and assess a series of four technology-connected lessons in their field
experiences. 15 hours of field experiences are required.
Taught: Fall.
Prerequisites: EDU 201 and EDU 209
Credit: 3 hours.
EDU 308:
Teaching Mathematics in the Early Childhood Classroom
Goal: To gain knowledge and skills necessary to foster the
development of mathematical content and processes, and positive attitudes in
early childhood students.
Content: The content, concepts, and skills of the early childhood
mathematics curriculum and the special methods of teaching the material.
Materials appropriate to teaching mathematics are explored including
manipulatives, computer materials, textbooks, and teacher-made materials.
Students become familiar with National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM)
Standards. The candidate will implement meaningful integrative experiences and
curricula in mathematics, science, social studies, and language arts that are
appropriate for the early childhood learner. 30 hours of field experiences are
required.
Prerequisites: Admission to the Teacher Education Program
Taught: Spring.
Credit: 3 hours; Senior Integrative Experience
EDU 380:
Science Methods and Materials in the ECE Classroom
Goal: to facilitate an understanding of the scientific and inquiry
methods in the context of the classroom learning community
Content: This inquiry-based course will provide the pre-service
teacher candidate (early childhood and middle grades science concentration) with
the knowledge, skills, and practical experience necessary to develop a variety
of science instructional techniques and strategies that are applicable to early
childhood and middle grades students. 15 hours of field experiences are
required.
Taught: Spring
Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program.
Credit: 3 hours; Senior Integrative Experience
Rev. 09.12