Biola University 2014–15 Catalog
SEED 532 - Diagnosis and Remediation in Reading The purpose of this course is to prepare Education Specialist candidates to integrate theory and practice related to selecting, administering, and interpreting diagnostic tools and techniques for assessing severe and/ or multiple difficulties in reading, and applying diagnostic-prescriptive principles to design the most developmentally appropriate remedial plans for these students. Lecture/Lab Hours: A 20-hour field practicum component is required. Note(s): Education Specialist Credential and Certificate candidates must pass this course with a grade of “B-” or higher. Valid Certificate of Clearance and negative TB test results required for fieldwork. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. SEED 533 - Single Subject Pedagogy During interrelated activities in program coursework and fieldwork, Single Subject candidates relate the state-adopted K–12 academic content standards for candidates in their specific subject area to major concepts and principles in their discipline, including planning, organizing, and implementing effective instruction (Grades 7–12). Single Subject Pedagogy - Art: During interrelated activities in program coursework and fieldwork, Single Subject Art candidates learn, understand and use content-specific teaching strategies for achieving the fundamental goals of the state-adopted K–12 academic content standards for students in Art (Grades 7–12). Single Subject Pedagogy - English: During interrelated activities in program coursework and fieldwork, Single Subject English candidates learn, understand and use content-specific teaching strategies for achieving the fundamental goals of the state-adopted K–12 academic content standards for students in English (Grades 7–12). Single Subject Pedagogy - Methods for Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language: During interrelated activities in program coursework and fieldwork, Single Subject Modern Language candidates learn, understand, and use specific teaching strategies and activities for achieving the fundamental goals of the state-adopted K–12 Foreign Language Framework and Student Academic Content Standards for students learning Spanish (Grades 7–12). Single Subject Pedagogy - Health Science: During interrelated activities in the program coursework and fieldwork, Single Subject Health Science candidates learn, understand and use content-specific teaching strategies for achieving the fundamental goals of the state-adopted K–12 content standards for students in Health Science (Grades 7–12). Single Subject Pedagogy - History/Social Science: During interrelated activities in program coursework and fieldwork, Single Subject History/ Social Science candidates learn, understand and use content-specific teaching strategies for achieving the fundamental goals of the K–12 state- adopted academic content standards for History/Social Science (Grades 7–12). Single Subject Pedagogy - Mathematics: During interrelated activities in program coursework and fieldwork, Single Subject Mathematics candidates acquire a deep understanding of the interrelated components of a balanced program of mathematics instruction: computational and procedural skills; conceptual understanding of mathematics; and problem solving skills in mathematics, and acquire pedagogical skills that assist students in learning K–12 state-adopted academic content standards for Mathematics (Grades 7–12). Single Subject Pedagogy - Physical Education: During interrelated activities in program coursework and fieldwork, Single Subject Physical Education candidates learn, understand and use content-specific teaching strategies for helping students in learning K–12 state-adopted academic content standards for Physical Education (Grades 7–12). Single Subject Pedagogy - Science: During interrelated activities in program coursework and fieldwork, Single Subject Science candidates relate the state-adopted K–12 academic content standards for students in Science (Grades 7–12) to major concepts, principles and investigations in the science disciplines, including planning, organizing, and implementing effective instruction. Corequisite(s): SEED 545, 546 Note(s): This course is waived if LEDU 433 was taken as an undergraduate. Credential candidates must pass this course with a grade of “B-” or higher. Fee: $25. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. SEED 536 - Elementary Health Curriculum and Methods During interrelated activities in program coursework and fieldwork, Multiple Subject candidates learn content-specific teaching strategies that are effective in achieving the goals of the acceptance of personal responsibility for lifelong health; respect for and promotion of the health of others; understanding of the process of growth and development; and informed use of health-related information, products, and services. Corequisite(s): SEED 543, 544. Note(s): This course is waived if LEDU 336 was taken as an undergraduate. Credential candidates must pass this course with a grade of “B-” or higher. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1.
SEED 537 - Elementary History - Social Science Curriculum and Methods
During interrelated activities in program coursework and fieldwork, Multiple Subject education candidates learn, understand and use content-specific teaching strategies for helping grades K-6 students learn the state-adopted academic content standards for History-Social Science. Corequisite(s): SEED 520. Note(s): This course is waived if LEDU 337 was taken as an undergraduate. Credential candidates must pass this course with a grade of “B-” or higher. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1. SEED 540 - Foundations of Language Education A survey course that considers the structure and use of language in general and English in particular. An understanding of linguistics, English pronunciation and grammar is emphasized. Research concerning current theories, practice and methods of first and second language acquisition and English language development is also discussed. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. SEED 541 - Methods of Teaching Linguistically Diverse Students Survey of the theories and foundations of bilingual education as well as organizational models and practices for use in teaching English as a Second Language, English Language Development and content area teaching. The application of theory to classroom instruction and the methods of teaching language are emphasized. The evaluation and selection of materials for instruction are also considered. Lecture/ Lab Hours: A 10-hour fieldwork practicum component is required. Prerequisite(s): 519 and 526 (concurrent registration permitted). Note(s): This course is waived if LEDU 301, LEDU 330 and LEDU 341 were taken as an undergraduate. Credential candidates must pass this course with a grade of “B-” or higher. Valid Certificate of Clearance and negative TB test results required for fieldwork. CalTPA #1. Fee: $100. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. SEED 542 - Language Assessment and Evaluation The individual differences of language minority students, instructional techniques and classroom discourse which affect the acquisition of first and second language reading, writing, listening and speaking skills are examined and analyzed. Also addresses the skills and competencies needed to adequately and effectively assess, diagnose and evaluate English language proficiency for placement and achievement. Prerequisite(s): LEDU 341 or SEED 541 (concurrent registration permitted). Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. SEED 543 - Elementary Curriculum Introduction to the scope and sequence of the elementary school curriculum in mathematics, science, social studies and language arts; emphasis on a variety of teaching approaches, integration across content areas, assessment, classroom management and resources. Prerequisite(s): LEDU 301 or SEED 519; LEDU 330 or SEED 526; LEDU 341 or SEED 541. LEDU 420 or SEED 520; LEDU 337 or SEED 537 (concurrent registration permitted). Corequisite(s): SEED 509, 536, 544. Note(s): Credential candidates must pass this course with a grade of “B-” or higher. Valid Certificate of Clearance and negative TB test results required for fieldwork. CalTPA #3. This course is waived if LEDU 431 was taken as an undergraduate. Fee: $100. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. SEED 544 - Elementary Curriculum Fieldwork A 60-hour fieldwork requirement to support the practical application of SEED 543 Elementary Curriculum content. Candidates will design and teach several classroom lessons in local elementary schools. Prerequisite(s): LEDU 301 or SEED 519, LEDU 330 or SEED 526, and LEDU 341 or SEED 541. LEDU 420 or SEED 520, and LEDU 337 or SEED 537 (concurrent registration permitted). Corequisite(s): SEED 509, 536, 543. Note(s): This course is waived if LEDU 432 was taken as an undergraduate. Credential candidates must pass this course with a grade of “B-” or higher. Valid Certificate of Clearance and negative TB test results required for fieldwork. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1. SEED 545 - Secondary Curriculum Secondary school curriculum, assessment, classroom management and teaching methods as they apply to the content areas in secondary school settings. Prerequisite(s): LEDU 301 or SEED 519, LEDU 330 or SEED 526, LEDU 341 or SEED 541. LEDU 425 or SEED 525 (concurrent registration permitted). Corequisite(s): SEED 533, 546. Note(s): Credential candidates must pass this course with a grade of “B-” or higher. Valid Certificate of Clearance and negative TB test results required for fieldwork. CalTPA #3. This course is waived if LEDU 436 was taken as an undergraduate. Fee: $100. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3.
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