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Major: A minimum of 95 credit hours (38 in Education and 57 in supportive courses) is required for teacher certification. Required courses: Education 110, 210, 245, 275, 290, 301, 320, 325, 350, 340, 355, 472, and NAST 304, 320, or 343.
The following support courses are required of all elementary majors: Art 290, 9 credits of science including Biology 200, Chemistry/Physics 115, Communication 110, English 110 and 200, Geography 120, Government 200, History 120 or 121, Physical Education 265, Mathematics 203 and an additional 9 credit hours of math, Music 230, and Psychology 125. An elementary education major without certification is not required to take Education 340, 355, or 472.
Kindergarten Endorsement: Elementary education students may prepare to teach in kindergarten by taking Education 231, 473 and Special Education 201 (9 additional credit hours).
Middle School Endorsement: Students may prepare to teach in middle schools by completing 8 credit hours in middle school education including Education 110, 275, 330, 345, and 471. Students should consult with the education department about the specific courses needed for this endorsement.
Students at Augustana College may prepare to teach at the secondary level (typically 7-12 grades) in biology, chemistry, English, government, history, mathematics, physics, communication and K-12 in art, French, German, music, physical education and Spanish. Government and History are considered social science majors. French, German, and Spanish are world language majors. Biology, Chemistry, and Physics are science education.
Students are encouraged to obtain an endorsement in another area. A social studies teaching major for Minnesota certification can be completed at Augustana.
Certification: In addition to a teaching major, a student must complete 41 credit hours in the following: Education 110, 245, 275, 310, 335, 340, 345, 355, 470 or 474, Communication 110, Native American Studies 304, 320, or 343 and a mathematics content course.
Middle School Endorsement: Students may prepare to teach in middle schools by completing 12 credit hours in each content area, plus a methods course (471). Students should consult with the education department about the specific courses needed for this endorsement. Content areas include language arts, mathematics, natural and social science.
110. EQUALITY, EXCEPTIONALITY AND EXCELLENCE. 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course examines the quest for equality of educational opportunity with particular attention to the accommodation of exceptionality including handicapped, gifted and culturally diverse. The school is seen as a social system which transmits culture, encounters external forces and fosters social change. Students explore the foregoing in relationship to the historical and philosophical roots of education in a democratic society. Course includes an early field experience. May be applied to Area 3.3.
210. WORKING WITH FAMILIES. 2 Cr. Hrs.
This course reviews the literature and practice related to building partnerships with families and schools. Topics include: conferencing, parent education, special needs of families with children with disabilities, parental roles in ISFP and IEP planning, and school-home collaboration.
231. KINDERGARTEN EDUCATION. 3 Cr. Hrs.
Included in this course is a major study of curricula used in kindergartens. Techniques of instruction will be demonstrated and practiced. Materials appropriate for kindergarten children will be emphasized. Consult with Chair to determine scheduled offerings.
245. EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY AND MEASUREMENT. 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course examines learning theories and their application to the classroom. Includes the study of transfer of learning, retention, motivation theories, learning and teaching styles, individual differences, exceptionalities and the affective elements of the curriculum. Also, it provides an understanding of measurement and evaluation specifically focusing on descriptive statistical tools, standardized and teacher-made tests and techniques and grading practices as they relate to diverse and inclusion populations. (Not open to first year students: should be taken concurrently with 275.)
275. GENERIC METHODS IN EDUCATION. 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course in observation skills and generic methods is required of all majors seeking teacher certification. The basic content of the course includes instruction in observational skills, lesson planning, microteaching, and classroom management skills. It is a prerequisite for elementary methods courses and will be taken concurrently with content methods for secondary. (Should be taken concurrently with 245.)
276. OBSERVATION AND PARTICIPATION IN TEACHING. 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course provides pre-student teaching experience in observing, aiding and a limited amount of classroom teaching experience on the elementary or secondary level under the supervision of a qualified classroom teacher.
290. THEORY OF READING IN THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. 2 Cr. Hrs.
This course will focus on theories of learning to read and write. Comparisons will be made to practices in the United States as well as Australia and New Zealand. Current trends in reading and writing instruction will be examined.
301. METHODS OF TEACHING ELEMENTARY SCIENCE. 2 Cr. Hrs.
This course is designed to help future elementary school teachers gain knowledge, understanding, confidence and skill in the teaching of science from a constructivist perspective. A practicum experience is required. Prerequisites: Education 275, Biology 200, Chemistry/Physics 115, or permission of instructor.
310. SECONDARY SCHOOL METHODS. 3 Cr. Hrs.
Principles of teaching, planning, curriculum, methods and media for secondary education. Includes adaptations for exceptional students and those from varying cultural backgrounds. Taught in sections with a common content area emphasis. Prerequisites: Education 275 and admission to teacher education. Education 275 may be taken concurrently.
320. CHILDREN'S LITERATURE AND LANGUAGE ARTS. 3 Cr. Hrs.
Develops an understanding of the components of language arts in the elementary curriculum including oral and written communication. The study and evaluation of traditional and modern literature will be included. Prerequisites: Education 275 and admission to teacher education. Must be taken in conjunction with Educ 325 and 350.
325. TEACHING OF READING IN THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. 3 Cr. Hrs.
A course designed to acquaint the student with the philosophy, objectives, basic methods, techniques, and materials used in teaching reading in the elementary school. Modern trends and issues are also included. Prerequisites: Education 275, 290 and admission to teacher education. Must be taken with 320 and 350.
330. MIDDLE SCHOOL. 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course will address Middle School education and focus on topics such as the role of the middle school teacher, interdisciplinary team planning and curriculum development. It will be required for a Middle School endorsement. Prerequisite: Admission to teacher education.
335. READING IN THE CONTENT FIELD, SECONDARY. 3 Cr. Hrs.
A course designed to acquaint student with the basic theories and methods of effective instruction in the content areas at the secondary level. Emphasis is placed on practical application of content area instructional literacy strategies to individual content areas. Consideration of students with special needs is included. Current trends and issues are discussed.
340. EFFECTIVE MAINSTREAMING. 1 Cr. Hr.
Designed for the regular education student with little or no background in special education, this course will provide knowledge about assessment, referral process, and IEP planning. Students will look at educational needs of the learning disabled student and other at-risk groups in mainstreamed or integrated programs.
345. ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT. 3 Cr. Hrs.
Adolescence is a crucial transition period from childhood to adulthood. This course will examine adolescent development and issues within the context of the physical, cognitive, affective, and social domains. Focus will be on the adolescent's self development with particular reference to relationships in the family, school, peer group, and community. Also, the roles of the adolescent in contemporary society will be surveyed in reference to historical and cross-cultural perspectives. Only students seeking certification for middle school and secondary education may apply towards Area 1.2. Prerequisite: Admission to teacher education. Non-majors may register with instructor's permission.
350.(W) TEACHING OF SOCIAL STUDIES IN THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. 3 Cr. Hrs.
Covers the scope and sequence of social studies. Evaluation, procedures, materials and media are stressed with attention given to recent trends. Management techniques and the teacher's role are included. Prerequisites: Education 275 and admission to teacher education. Must be taken with 320 and 325.
355. HUMAN RELATIONS IN EDUCATION. 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course investigates the values, culture and characteristics associated with persons of diversity. Dehumanizing biases including sexism, racism, ageism, handicappism, religious bigotry, and other oppressive systems of attitude and behavior will be examined with particular reference to education in a pluralistic democratic society. The goal is to develop multicultural competence in educators.
470. STUDENT TEACHING: ALL GRADES. 1-10 Cr. Hrs.
Provides opportunity for the student teacher in art, music and physical education to engage in observation and actual teaching in a K-12 setting under the direction and supervision of qualified classroom teachers. Students will also participate in a student teaching seminar. Prerequisites: Education 110, 245, 275, 310 or 311, 335, 345, and PE 265. Grading System: S-U only.
471. STUDENT TEACHING: MIDDLE SCHOOL. 1-10 Cr. Hrs.
Provides opportunity for the student teacher to engage in observation and actual classroom teaching under the direction and supervision of qualified teachers. Students will participate in a student teaching seminar. Prerequisites for Elementary Education Majors: Education 110, 245, 275, 320, 325, 330, 345, 350, and sufficient credits in subject area to be taught. Prerequisites for Secondary Education Majors: Education 110, 245, 275, 310, 330, 335, 345, and sufficient credits in subject area to be taught. Grading System: S-U only.
472. STUDENT TEACHING: ELEMENTARY. 1-10 Cr. Hrs.
Provides opportunity for the student teacher to engage in observation and actual classroom teaching under the direction and supervision of qualified classroom teachers. Students will also participate in a student teaching seminar. Prerequisites: Education 110, 245, 275, 290, 301, 320, 325, 350, and Art 290, PE 265, Music 230. Grading System: S-U only.
473. STUDENT TEACHING: KINDERGARTEN. 1-10 Cr. Hrs.
Provides opportunity for the student teacher to engage in observation and actual classroom teaching under the direction and supervision of qualified classroom teachers. Students will also participate in a student teaching seminar. Prerequisites: Education 110, 231, 245, 271, 275, 290, 320, 325, 350, and SPED 201. Grading System: S-U only.
474. STUDENT TEACHING: SECONDARY. 1-10 Cr. Hrs.
Provides opportunity for the student teacher to engage in observation and actual classroom teaching under the direction and supervision of qualified classroom teachers. Students will also participate in a student teaching seminar. Prerequisites: Education 110, 245, 275, 310, 335, and 345. Grading System: S-U only.
197, 297, 397. TOPICS IN EDUCATION SPECIAL EDUCATION. 2-4 Cr. Hrs.
199, 299, 399. INDEPENDENT STUDY. 1-4 Cr. Hrs