Southwestern Oklahoma State University Undergraduate Catalog 2023-2024
Course Descriptions COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES (F = Classes offered in the Fall, S = Classes offered in the Spring, SU = Classes offered in the Summer, D = Classes offered upon Demand, O = Odd years, E = Even years)
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Early Childhood ECED 4163 PERCEPTUAL DEVELOPMENT IN INFANTS AND TODDLERS Study of hereditary and environmental determinants of perceptual development of infants and toddlers and their effects on the learning process of children with and without disabilities. S ECED 4423 PLAY METHODS AND MATERIALS IN PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN A survey of the use of play as a learning and socializing process. Special emphasis will be given to topics such as theories, types, stages of play, and play materials and equipment in relationship to various play environments and therapies. F ECED 4463 THE EXPRESSIVE ARTS Development of concepts and methods in art, music and literature appropriate for early childhood education. F ECED 4483 EXPLORING THE CHILD'S WORLD Development of concepts and methods in math, science and social studies appropriate for early childhood education. S ECED 4533 GUIDANCE OF THE PRESCHOOL CHILD An introduction to developmentally appropriate practice in the guidance of young children; emphasis on developmental needs, behavior of preschool children, methods and principles of guidance. Two hours laboratory participation per week. S ECED 4583 EARLY CHILDHOOD AND KINDERGARTEN EDUCATION A survey of current practices, programs, and innovations in early childhood education. Emphasis is placed upon the young child's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program and PSYCH 3413. F, SU ECED 4612 PRACTICUM IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION Observation experiences; planning and conducting the early childhood education program under instructor's supervision. (Four hours per week laboratory participation; one hour conference.) Corequisite: ECED 4612L. Educational Foundations EDUC 2113 FOUNDATIONS OF EDUCATION Introduction to the historical, philosophical, and social foundations of education and their relationships to teaching as a profession. Current issues in education are also introduced and discussed. Laboratory experiences as an observer/aid in the public schools and procedures for admission to teacher education are included. F, S, SU EDUC 3133 TEACHING ENGLISH LEARNERS This course provides theoretical and practical foundations for teaching English learners. The course focuses on methods and materials for teaching English learners including instructional approaches for language and literacy development and academic content. The course also explores cultural values and beliefs in the context of teaching and learning English as a second language. F, S, SU EDUC 3143 INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE The mission of the Teacher Education Unit is to prepare and sustain exemplary teachers, counselors, and administrators with an emphasis on scholarship, diverse clinical experiences, and effective classroom
techniques. These professionals will possess upon graduation the content/pedagogical expertise, disposition to improve educational practices, and the social/psychological preparation needed to function effectively in a global environment. This mission is accomplished through the conceptual framework of Experienced Based Teacher Education (EBTE). The acronym represents an emphasis on: Exemplary university classroom experiences, Best practice field experiences, Teacher education cohort experiences and Education related service learning experiences. F, S, SU EDUC 3321 MULTICULTURAL/SPECIAL POPULATION This course explores factors related to the education of culturally and linguistically diverse learners. The course introduces diversity, cultural issues, and related perspectives in education. Teacher candidates will analyze their personal cultural journey and its impact in the classroom and examine individual aspects in ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, gender, exceptionalities, language, and sexual orientation in the context of education and society. Candidates will also develop skills, knowledge, and dispositions related to teaching and learning in varied classroom settings with diverse learners and gain culturally responsive teaching strategies. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program, the Pre- professional semester, and concurrent enrollment in Student Teaching and the Four Week Block sequence of EDUC 3321, EDUC 4021, and EDUC 4041. F, S EDUC 4021 CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN EDUCATION A four-week block course required of all students seeking a degree or certification in Teacher Education. The class provides candidates with essential knowledge, skills, and resources needed during the student teaching block experience. The class also includes two days of observation in the assigned cooperating classroom and one field trip to diversely populated school sites. Prerequisites: Admission to Teacher Education Program, the Pre-Professional Semester, and concurrent enrollment in Student Teaching and the Four-Week Block Sequence of EDUC 3321, EDUC 4021, and EDUC 4041. F, S EDUC 4041 CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT Students learn to effectively manage attention, momentum, discipline, space, time, and routines in the classroom in order to facilitate optimal student learning. Students learn to understand and apply principles of motivation to enhance student achievement through knowledge of the role of expectations, climate, and personal relationship building. Students develop a personal management system tailored to their individual philosophies and personalities as well as to the needs and traits of students and the social realities of schools and communities. Prerequisites: Admission to Teacher Education Program, the Pre-professional semester, and concurrent enrollment in Student Teaching and the Four Week Block sequence of EDUC 3321, EDUC 4021, and EDUC 4041. F, S Educational Psychology EDPSY 3413 CHILD PSYCHOLOGY Study of the phases of growth and development from conception through childhood. Emphasis is placed on cognitive and personality changes as they relate to educational environments. Prerequisite: PSYCH 1003. F, S, SU EDPSY 3433 ADOLESCENT PSYCHOLOGY A realistic examination of the categories of behavior, developmental growth stages, family relationships, and social influences from late childhood through early adulthood as they apply to the school and classroom environments. Major emphasis is also directed to competency mastery of the Competencies for Licensure and Certification and to the objectives for the Professional Teaching Examination presented by the Oklahoma Commission for Teacher Preparation. Prerequisites: PSYCH 1003. F, S, SU
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