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EDUC 4150 Certification Preparation Seminar

This course is designed to review the TExES competencies for the PPR test 130 or 160. The sessions will emphasize test taking strategies, study skills and will utilize large and small group interaction along with think pair share techniques. NOTE: This seminar is required of all secondary, 8-12, all-level (art, music, P.E., Spanish, and technology applications), and post-baccalaureate certification candidates.

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EDUC 4190 Independent Study

A course designed for junior and senior level students. The course will consist of a wide variety of topics based on the specific needs or aspirations of the individual students. The course may be repeated for credit. Independent learning is designed to provide an opportunity to develop proficiency in specific areas under the direct supervision of the professor. Prerequisite: Permission of the department chairperson.

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EDUC 4191 Seminar

 

 

May be scheduled to permit the offering of topics of current interest and special workshops.

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EDUC 4250 Certification Preparation Seminar

This course is designed to review the TExES competencies for EC-4, 4-8 certification areas in reading/English language, arts, math, science, social studies, fine arts, health and fitness, and professional development. Emphasis is on pre-assessment, test-taking, strategies, study skills and strategies. Methods include large group, small group, pair-share learning, thinking aloud, and modeling.

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EDUC 4290 Independent Study

A course designed for junior and senior level students. The course will consist of a wide variety of topics based on the specific needs or aspirations of the individual students. The course may be repeated for credit. Independent learning is designed to provide an opportunity to develop proficiency in specific areas under the direct supervision of the professor. Prerequisite: Permission of the department chairperson.

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EDUC 4291 Seminar

 

 

May be scheduled to permit the offering of topics of current interest and special workshops.

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EDUC 4306 Student Teaching - Elementary

Student teaching will consist of observation and teaching experiences for a semester. Conferences are arranged with the instructor. Transportation to and from the teaching assignment is the responsibility of the student. Lab fee.

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EDUC 4316 Curriculum Design- Secondary/All Level

This field-based course focuses on general principles of curriculum development and assessment (including the state assessment system), with emphasis on planning, writing, and implementing effective lessons and units of study in alignment with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). The course explored effective research-based instructional strategies, including modifications, extensions, accommodations, and interventions for special students groups as well as a variety of approaches to formative and summative assessment. Field experience is required.  Prerequisite:  successful completion of EDUC 3315/3320, as well as meet the standards in the departmental interview and the Basic Skills Requirements.

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EDUC 4318 Student Teaching in Grades 8-12

Student teaching will consist of observation and teaching experiences for a semester. Conferences are arranged with the instructor. Transportation to and from the teaching assignment is the responsibility of the student. Lab fee.

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EDUC 4319 Student Teaching - Secondary

Secondary student teaching requires a minimum of ten (10) weeks of full days with experience in each of two teaching fields for which certification is sought. Group and individual conferences are scheduled with the instructor. Transportation to and from student teaching assignments is the responsibility of the student. Prerequisite: See Prerequisites for Student Teaching in this catalog. Lab fee.

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EDUC 4320 Interdisciplinary Math and Science Strategies

This field-based course is a study of the materials, methods, and fundamental principles necessary to teach math and science. Course objectives include acquiring the knowledge and skills needed for planning, organizing, and effectively delivering instruction based upon the Math and Science Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). Practical activities include hands-on experience for teaching in a developmentally appropriate manner using manipulatives and other concrete representations, as well as technology. Process, inquiry, and critical thinking skills are stressed. As a field based course, students are expected to design and participate in learning activities both in the field and the UMHB classroom. Corequisite: EDSP 4362.

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EDUC 4328 Curriculum Design- Elementary/Middle School/All Level

This field-based course focuses on general principles of curriculum development and assessment (including the state assessment system), with emphasis on planning, writing, and implementing effective lessons and units of study in alignment with the Texas essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). The course explored effective research-based instructional strategies, including modifications, extensions, accommodations, and interventions for special student groups as well as a variety of approaches to formative and summative assessment. Field experience is required.  Prerequisite:  successful competition of EDUC 3315/3320, as well as meet the departmental interview and the Basic Skills Requirements.

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EDUC 4330 Math Strategies

A study of materials, methods, and fundamental principles necessary to teach math in grades EC-4 and in grades 4-8. The emphasis is on acquiring the knowledge and skills needed for planning, organizing, and effectively delivering math instruction based upon the math TEKS in a developmentally appropriate manner using manipulatives, pictorials, and other concrete objects. Specific areas are covered are number concepts, patterns, and algebra, geometry, and measurements, probability and statistics and the mathematical processes. The course if field-based and students are expected to design and participate in learning activities both in the field and in the UMHB classroom

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EDUC 4335 Student Teaching EC-6 PE/Art/Theater/Technology

Student teaching shall consist of five weeks of full days in observation and teaching experiences in classrooms grades Ec-4. Lab fee.

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EDUC 4336 Student Teaching 4-8 PE/Art/Theatre/Technology

Student teaching shall consist of five weeks of full days in observation and teaching experiences in classrooms grades 4-8. Lab fee.

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EDUC 4337 Student Teaching 8-12 PE/Art/Theatre/Technology

Student teaching shall consist of five weeks of full days in observation and teaching experiences in classrooms grades 8-12. Lab fee.

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EDUC 4340 Science Strategies

Stresses the principles, content, methods and materials of teaching science in grades EC-6 and grades 4-8. This field-based course gives the student the knowledge and skills needed for planning, organizing, and effectively delivering instruction based upon the Science TEKS. Practical activities are included to provide hands-on experience and knowledge for the prospective teacher. Process, inquiry, and critical thinking skills are stressed. Technology is presented as an appropriate vehicle for enhancing the students’ understanding of science.  Corequisite: EDSP 4362.
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EDUC 4390 Independent Study

A course designed for junior and senior level students. The course will consist of a wide variety of topics based on the specific needs or aspirations of the individual students. The course may be repeated for credit. Independent learning is designed to provide an opportunity to develop proficiency in specific areas under the direct supervision of the professor. Prerequisite: Permission of the department chairperson.

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EDUC 4391 Seminar

 

 

May be scheduled to permit the offering of topics of current interest and special workshops.

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EDUC 4435 Student Teaching Grades EC-4 Music

Student Teaching shall consist of five weeks of full days in observation and teaching experiences in classrooms grades EC-4. Lab fee.

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EDUC 4436 Student Teaching Grades 4-8 Music

Student teaching shall consist of five weeks of full days in observation and teaching experiences in classrooms grades 4-8. Lab fee.

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EDUC 4437 Student Teaching Grades 8-12 Music

Student teaching shall consist of five weeks of full days in observation and teaching experiences in classrooms grades 8-12. Lab fee.

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EDUC 4490 Independent Study

A course designed for junior and senior level students. The course will consist of a wide variety of topics based on the specific needs or aspirations of the individual students. The course may be repeated for credit. Independent learning is designed to provide an opportunity to develop proficiency in specific areas under the direct supervision of the professor. Prerequisite: Permission of the department chairperson.

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EDUC 4491 Seminar

 

 

May be scheduled to permit the offering of topics of current interest and special workshops.

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EDUC 4501 EC-6 Student Teaching Lower Grades (EC-3)

Student Teaching will consist of a half-semester observation and teaching experience in the lower grades (Early Childhood-3). Students will begin student teaching the first day of the district to which they are assigned. Group and individual conferences are arranged with the University Supervisor. Students are required to attend regularly scheduled seminars throughout the semester. Transportation to and from the teaching assignment is the responsibility of the student. Lab fee.

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EDUC 4502 EC-6 Student Teaching Higher Grades (4-6)

Student teaching will consist of a half-semester observation and teaching experience in the upper grades (4-6). Group and individual conferences are arranged with the University Supervisor. Students are required to attend regularly scheduled seminars throughout the semester. Transportation to and from the teaching assignment is the responsibility of the student. Lab fee.

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EDUC 4503 4-8 Student Teaching Lower Grades (4-6)

Student teaching will consist of a half-semester of observation and teaching experience in grades 4-6. Students will begin student teaching the first day of the district to which they are assigned. Group and individual conferences are arranged with the University Supervisor. Students are required to attend regularly scheduled seminars throughout the semester. Transportation to and from the teaching assignment is the responsibility of the student. Lab fee.

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EDUC 4504 4-8 Student Teaching Higher Grades (6-8)

Student teaching will consist of a half-semester of observation and teaching experience in grades 6-8. Group and individual conferences are arranged with the University Supervisor. Students are required to attend regularly scheduled seminars throughout the semester. Transportation to and from the teaching assignment is the responsibility of the student. Lab fee.

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EDUC 4505 8-12 Student Teaching Lower Grades (8-10)

Student teaching will consist of a half semester of observation and teaching experience in grades 8-10. Students will begin student teaching the first day of class for the district to which they are assigned. Group and individual conferences are arranged with the University Supervisor. Students are required to attend regularly scheduled seminars throughout the semester. Transportation to and from the teaching assignment is the responsibility of the student. Lab fee.

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EDUC 4506 8-12 Student Teaching Higher Grades (10-12)

Student teaching will consist of a half-semester of observation and teaching experience in grades 10-12. Group and individual conferences are arranged with the University Supervisor. Students are required to attend regularly scheduled seminars throughout the semester. Transportation to and from the teaching assignment is the responsibility of the student. Lab fee.

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EDUC 4603 Internship or Student Teaching EC-4, 4-8

Student teaching will consist of observation and teaching experiences for a semester. Conferences are arranged with the instructor. Transportation to and from the teaching assignment is the responsibility of the student. Lab fee.

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