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ELED740

CONFLICT RESOLUTION

IN EDUCATIONAL

SETTINGS

3 sem. hrs.

This course examines perspectives on proso-

cial guidance and the concepts and skills

underlying conflict resolution related to char-

acter education. It explores developmental

perspectives and the roles of students, teach-

ers, administrators, and families in resolving

conflict. This course addresses types and

sources of conflict and introduces strategies,

materials, and resources for dealing with con-

flict within the curriculum. Prerequisite:

EDUC703 or ELED730.

ELED747.40

WORKSHOP FOR

CLASSROOM

ENRICHMENT: ART

ACTIVITIES (ELED647

ART WORKSHOP FOR

ELEMENTARY

TEACHERS) 3 sem. hrs.

This course studies recent research in Art Edu-

cation, provides for a reevaluation of objec-

tives and applications of art education princi-

ples and involves working with materials to

expand the experiences and capabilities of the

elementary teacher in the art program.

ELED754

PROBLEMS AND TRENDS

IN TEACHING

ARITHMETIC MODERN

MATH CONCEPTS

3 sem. hrs.

Inquiry is emphasized in this course to analyze

and evaluate trends and practices in elemen-

tary school arithmetic. Criteria for evaluation

are located through confrontation and analysis

of the relationships between the developmen-

tal processes of child development and the

structure of mathematics. An opportunity is

provided for experimentation, demonstration,

and criticism.

ELED758

IMPROVEMENT OF

INSTRUCTION IN

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SCIENCE

3 sem. hrs.

The purpose of this course is to prepare ele-

mentary school science teachers to meet the

challenge of the recent curriculum trends in

elementary education. Inquiry, observational

skills and inductive reasoning techniques are

used as tools to develop methods of instruction

in elementary science. Analysis and evaluation

are made of newer ideas for instruction. The

increasing role of the laboratory activity in the

elementary schools will be explored.

ELED759

INSTRUCTIONAL

TECHNIQUES IN SCIENCE

3 sem. hrs.

This course promotes science teaching compe-

tence and instructional leadership in science

among elementary and middle school teachers.

It emphasizes the development of science

teaching skills directly applicable to the class-

room through hands-on strategies, content,

and materials reflecting the current recom-

mendations set forth by state and federal agen-

cies and associations.

ELED775

INFANT/TODDLER CARE

AND EDUCATION

3 sem. hrs.

This course provides an in-depth study of the

growth and development of infants and tod-

dlers. Students examine the application of

child development principles to practices in

various types of child care settings. The course

also addresses topics such as learning through

play, components of quality programs, and the

characteristics and responsibilities of care-

givers.

ELED776

THEORY AND PRACTICE

IN EARLY CHILDHOOD

EDUCATION

3 sem. hrs.

A search for effectual techniques for promot-

ing the maximum of learning in classroom sit-

uations, this course is founded in the theories

of learning educators. Application of theoretic

principles to real and hypothetical problem

areas will constitute a significant portion of

the study. To aid the experienced teacher in

exploring new avenues to learning and finding

solutions to current problems are purposes of

this course.

ELED777

METHODS AND

MATERIALS FOR EARLY

CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

3 sem. hrs.

This workshop-type course will concern itself

with the examination and evaluation of tech-

niques, facilities, and equipment used in con-

nection with the instruction of young children.

Recent research findings regarding education-

al trends will be utilized. Included will be the

planning, preparation, and critical analyses of

materials for individual, small group and large

group instruction.

ELED778

PLAY AND

DEVELOPMENT 3 sem. hrs.

This course examines the rationale and value

of play for children. It reviews the dynamics

and categories of play as defined by classical

and contemporary theories. The motor skills,

cognitive abilities, creativity, and social-emo-

tioanl factors influencing children's play are

presented. Sociopolitical, educational, psycho-

logical, and medical issues affecting children's

play are explored. The course examines how

play can be integrated into the curriculum of

preschool through primary grades.

ELED779

PROGRAMS IN NURSERY

SCHOOL EDUCATION

3 sem. hrs.

This course is designed to confront the in-

service teacher with problems, issues and

trends in nursery school education. State, fed-

eral, and private programs in the United States

and other countries, as well as philosophies

and procedures will be emphasized.

ELED782

ASSESSMENT AND

EVALUATION IN

ELEMENTARY AND

MIDDLE SCHOOLS

3 sem. hrs.

This course encompasses the study of assess-

ment and evaluation of student academic

achievement, attitudes, and skills in elemen-

tary and middle schools. Contemporary meth-

ods of assessment and evaluation are critiqued.

Students design, implement, and evaluate

alternative assessment instruments focusing

on improved instruction. School-wide assess-

ment strategies are developed. Prerequisite:

ELED380 or professor approval.

ELED783

ISSUES AND TRENDS IN

EARLY LITERACY

DEVELOPMENT

3 sem. hrs.

This course provides an in-depth study of cur-

rent issues and trends relating to literacy

acquisition and development in young chil-

dren. It examines the psychological and socio-

logical factors underlying the development of

language and literacy, the identification of best

practices, and the evaluation and assessment

of literacy environments. Those who have

taken ELED520 may not take ELED783 for

credit.

ELED784

CURRICULUM IN EARLY

CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

3 sem. hrs.

This course investigates the nature and scope

of curriculum development for children, from

birth through third grade, and analyzes various

curriculum concepts, principles and organiza-

tional patterns. It also addresses historical

foundations, philosophies, learning theories,

and contemporary influences on early child-

hood curriculum.

ELED785

EARLY CHILDHOOD

PROGRAMS:

ADMINISTRATION

AND SUPERVISION

3 sem. hrs.

This course examines the development of spe-

cial knowledge, competencies and interper-

sonal relationships needed by successful

administrators, managers and supervisors of

early childhood programs. Topics include the

development and management of early child-

hood programs and proposal writing. The

course also addresses staff selection and train-

ing as well as issues related to curriculum, par-

ent involvement and child advocacy.

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