Courses listed in this catalog are subject to change through normal academic channels. New courses and changes in existing coursework are initiated by respective departments or programs. Courses numbered 100–199 are primarily for freshmen; 200–299 for sophomores; 300–399 for juniors; 400–499 for seniors. Courses with numbers preceded by zeros represent courses that will appear on the transcript but are not applicable toward graduation requirements.
Continuing from 100 level written communication courses, this course examines the formal elements of argument: claims, warrants, support, induction, deduction, logical fallacies, and classical argumentative structures.…
Educational Psychology
This course introduces students to theories of learning and development. Students apply critical thinking and their knowledge of learning theories to explore and analyze motivation, classroom management, measurement,…
Creative Arts for Early Childhood
This course is designed to facilitate the development of an understanding of the value and function of creative activity in a childs learning, and how to plan, implement and evaluate developmentally appropriate…
Emphasis on introduction to best educational practices related to curriculum, instruction, and assessment. This course includes lesson planning, lesson presentations, and lesson reflection and analysis. Emphasis on…
This course is a study of developmentally appropriate curriculum and assessment practices from birth to age 6, including children with special abilities and/or developmental differences. This course emphasizes healthy…
Child and Adolescent Literature
Survey of many genres of literature; principles of selection and evaluation; the rich role of literature in todays classroom; planning a literature-based reading program; literacy analysis of social issues, culture and…
Special Topics
Courses on topics of interest to education students offered on the basis of need, interest, or timeliness. Prerequisites as determined by instructor. Restricted to students with freshman or sophomore standing. May be…
Independent Study
Independent reading and-or research under the guidance of an education department faculty member. Refer to the academic policy section for independent study policy. May be repeated for credit. Independent study contract…
Positive Classroom Environment
This course is designed to provide teacher candidates with foundational knowledge in creating and maintaining a positive K12 classroom climate, resolving conflict, and utilizing behavioral intervention strategies for…
Techniques of Secondary Methodology
This course emphasizes secondary curriculum, instruction, and assessment. It investigates multiple curriculum resources and explores classroom climate strategies. Students explore best practices in research for specific…
Diverse Learners
As we become increasingly aware of the value and strength of diversity in our world, teachers must be prepared to meet the needs of students. This course explores research-based strategies to recognize strengths and…
Educational Foundations
This course is an introduction to the field of education. Students study the historical, philosophical, and social foundations of education. Legal, political, economic, and governmental basis of education is studied. An…
Positive Classroom Environment
This course is designed to provide teacher candidates with foundational knowledge in creating and maintaining a positive K-12 classroom climate, resolving conflict, and utilizing behavioral intervention strategies for…
This course provides an introductory overview of students acquisition of language. Candidates explore the interdependence of reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Topics covered include comprehension, background…
Introduction to Special Education
This course provides an introduction and overview to the field of disability studies in education, and examines inclusive practices in contemporary schools, grades PK-12. Topics covered will be the identification and…
Emphasis on introduction to best educational practices related to curriculum, instruction, and assessment. This course includes lesson planning, lesson presentations, and lesson reflection and analysis. Emphasis on…
Emergent Literacy
The focus of this course is the literacy development of the pre-K-3 child. The course covers the developmental process of literacy acquisition and the use of appropriate methods, models, and strategies for encouraging…
Introduction to Special Education
This course provides an introduction and overview to the field of disability studies in education, and examines inclusive practices in contemporary schools, grades PK-12. Topics covered will be the identification and…
Objectives, content, study, and experience in methods, use of media, including computer applications for social studies teachers in the elementary and middle school; focus on Wisconsins Model Academic Standards.…
This course is designed to provide aspiring and current coaches with the essential knowledge and skills to lead, manage, and inspire athletes in a variety of contexts, from youth leagues to interscholastic programs.…
World Views/Systems of Thinking
This course explores the civic, theological, and philosophical challenges and opportunities involved in a pluralistic world. What might it mean to move beyond tolerance toward civic engagement among people of various…
Literacy Birth-Age 9
The focus of this course is on the literacy development of children in pre-K to grade 3. The course covers the developmental process of literacy acquisition and the use of appropriate methods, models, and strategies for…
Technology-Enhanced Instruction
In this course, students explore, plan, design, and assess the infusion of technology in learning environments, including adaptive technology. They develop awareness of teacher productivity tools and explore ethical and…
Creative Arts for Early Childhood
This course is designed to facilitate the development of an understanding of the value and function of creative activity in a childs learning, and how to plan, implement and evaluate developmentally appropriate…
Evidence-based, effective reading and writing instruction that supports successful literacy teaching in elementary/middle school. Best practices related to building background knowledge, teaching fluency, comprehension,…