| EDUC 3300 | Foundations of Public Sch |
EDUC 3300 Foundations of American Public Schools (3-0). This course provides an overview of the historical philosophical cultural sociological and political underpinnings of the American education system. The evolution of education the role of cultural diversity in education curriculum and assessment legal case studies education standards (TEKS) Educator?s Code of Ethics and issues and trends in education are explored. Participants will review local state and national policy Legislation and regulations pertaining to PreK-12 education. Participants will reflect upon how these concepts drive instructional practices in today?s challenging classroom environment. Must be taken during the first semester or first six hours. |
| EDUC 3301 | Math/Science Methods Elem |
A study and implementation of pedagogical models and curriculum design for teaching science and math utilizing technology for elementary children. The role of standards based from the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) will be applied incorporating various forms of inquiry and direct instruction. This content specific course will develop the art and science of responsive teaching to the needs and interests of all learners. Must be admitted to the Teacher Education Program. |
| EDUC 3302 | Educational Psychology |
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| EDUC 3303 | Methods & Classroom Mgt |
Various educational settings and programs are described with an emphasis on implementation including research on Developmentally Appropriate Practice. Classroom and behavioral management will be presented from the perspective of its implementation in the education setting based on current research. In addition, the planning aspect of classroom management will provide the use of TEKS, Texas Pre-Kindergarten Guidelines and Competencies provided by Texas Educational Agency. Instruction contains adaptations and laws and procedures for the inclusion of exceptional, multicultural, and special needs students. Must be admitted to the Teacher Education Program. |
| EDUC 3304 | Human Growth & Development |
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| EDUC 3305 | Teach Strat & Class Mgt Sec Sc |
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| EDUC 3308 | Lang Acquis & Develop |
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| EDUC 3309 | EC-6Early Child Meth/Class Mgt |
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| EDUC 3310 | EC-6Early Childhood:Curr |
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| EDUC 3328 | Found Of Biling Ed |
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| EDUC 4300 | Internship In Student Teach |
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| EDUC 4307 | Teach Lang Arts In Elem |
EDUC 4307 Teaching Language Arts in the Elementary Classroom (3-0). QEP mapped course. A study of the methods and strategies in teaching language arts in the elementary grades. A focus on vocabulary, comprehension, and comprehension development, composition, grammar, and handwriting as it relates to grade level TEKS and guidelines will be covered. Classroom management, instructional materials, curricula and best practice of analysis and response are presented. Activities focus on development of lesson plans, instructional materials, visual aids and assessment of student progress. Opportunities for data-driven and performance-based practices are presented. Prerequisites: ED/EDUC 4308 and ED/EDUC 3308. |
| EDUC 4308 | The Teach Of Reading |
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| EDUC 4312 | Method & Material In Sec Sch |
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| EDUC 4313 | Comp Phonics & Enrichment |
An intensive examination of the development and teaching of phonics, word identification, vocabulary, and structural analysis related to the development of reading comprehension for all readers. His course will prepare candidates to provide multisensory instruction and culturally responsive intervention in the following areas: vocabulary development, critical-analytical reading, research-based strategies, and metacognitive approaches to assist with understanding varied texts. This course supports competencies within the evaluative measure as identified by the State of Texas for Teaching Certification. In addition, this course utilizes the competencies prescribed for Early Childhood-6th grade as identified by the State of Texas. Prerequisites: ED/EDUC 4308 and ED/EDUC 3308 |
| EDUC 4314 | Read Skills For Content Sub |
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| EDUC 4315 | Assessment And Remediation |
Assessment, diagnostic, and remediation techniques to use in the classroom to determine how to best assist students with reading and identify reading problems. |
| EDUC 4320 | Diverse Populations |
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| EDUC 4328 | Teach Lang Arts In Biling Cla |
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| EDUC 4329 | Tch Cont Areas In Biling Class |
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| EDUC 4601 | Stud Teach In Elem Sch |
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| EDUC 4605 | Stud Teach In Sec Sch |
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| EDUC 4607 | Stud Teach In Elem & Kg |
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| EDUC 5301 | Research Methodology |
An introduction to social science research. The student will demonstrate competency in reading and interpreting research and will use the APA style and format. Demonstrated competency in research design will be shown through written products and presentations. Must be taken within first 12 hours of graduate coursework. No substitutions for this course without written permission from the Education Department Chair. |
| EDUC 5308 | Foundations of Literacy |
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| EDUC 5309 | Intro to School Admin |
EDUC 5309 Introduction to School Administration (3-0). An overview of school administration that includes roles functions and duties of those who administer and supervise in the schools. Policy development planning goal setting program evaluation and accreditation standards are also included. |
| EDUC 5313 | Career Counseling |
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| EDUC 5314 | Personality & Counsel Theory |
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| EDUC 5315 | Standardized Assess Prin |
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| EDUC 5316 | Multicultural Perspectives |
This course is designed to examine theoretical and practical issues of diversity. Multiculturalism perspectives such as culture, race, gender, ethnicity, language, exceptionality, class, age, differentiated lifestyles, religion and socio-economic levels will be critically examined to develop awareness and sensitivity to the rich diversity of all students in American public schools. |
| EDUC 5318 | Personnel Problems |
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| EDUC 5319 | School Law |
EDUC 5319 School Law (3-0). A study of general laws applying to all states concerning education; an in-depth study of cases and decisions affecting current education. |
| EDUC 5330 | Literacy Through Literature |
A course that focuses on using literature in elementary, junior high, and secondary classroom to teach and support the skills necessary for independent reading. Children?s and young adult literature is explored through different genres and cultures, integrating universal design through current technology applications and informative evaluation criteria. Prerequisites: EDUC 5308 |
| EDUC 6304 | Organ & Theory In Admin |
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| EDUC 6307 | School Public Relations |
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| EDUC 6309 | Hum Gro&Dev Emph Ad Lear Pedag |
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| EDUC 6314 | Diag & Corr Of Read Disabil |
This class is designed to identify and address the symptoms and causes of reading difficulties and disabilities. Methods of assessment and diagnosis will be addressed through course readings and discussions and will be applied in field opportunities. Intervention and remediation techniques will also be addressed throughout the course. Assessment techniques which can be applied in the classroom with individual students or groups of students will be examined. Prerequisites: Instructor Approval Required |
| EDUC 6315 | Curr Theory & Dev |
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| EDUC 6318 | Multicul & Div Couns |
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| EDUC 6319 | Psychopathology |
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| EDUC 6320 | Chemical Dependency Counseling |
EDUC 6320 Chemical Dependency Counseling (3-0). This course will examine the use, abuse and addiction of drugs and alcohol in a postmodern multicultural and diverse society. Emphasis will be placed on the physiological, psychological, and sociological aspects of abuse/addiction, their impact on the individual, family, and community, and evidence-based treatment approaches. |
| EDUC 6321 | Tech Of Counseling I |
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| EDUC 6322 | Techniques Of Counseling II |
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| EDUC 6323 | Marriage/Family Counseling |
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| EDUC 6326 | Adv Couple/Family Counsel |
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| EDUC 6327 | Marr, Div & Fam Mediation |
This course provides advanced counseling students with cutting-edge knowledge of the models and methods of mediation. Emphasis is placed on the strategies and skills necessary for counselors to competently provide professional mediation assistance to families and couples, as well as the evaluative, transformative, and therapeutic practices employed before, during and after relationship dissolution and divorce. |
| EDUC 6332 | Consul for Prof School Counsel |
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| EDUC 6333 | Ethical, Legal, Prof Iss Coun |
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| EDUC 6340 | Bili & Cultural Counseling |
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| EDUC 6342 | Counsel Crisis,Trauma&Disaster |
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| EDUC 6344 | Mindful-Based Appr to Counsel |
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| EDUC 6350 | Counseling & the Neurosciences |
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| EDUC 6352 | TX Planning & MH Advocacy |
This course provides an in-depth overview of the multidimensional community mental health systems, with perspective on the administrative, organizational, socio-cultural, advocacy and clinical aspects of policy formation, managed care, case-management, legal paradigms and trends in mental health services delivery. |
| EDUC 6364 | Counseling & Sexuality |
This course provides counselors with the knowledge and skills for effectively working with clients of diverse backgrounds on issues related to human sexuality. Physical, psychological and cultural aspects of sexuality will be explored with emphasis on enhancing mindful counselor self-awareness. |
| EDUC 6389 | Special Pops & Programs |
EDUC 6389 Special Populations and Programs (0-3). A study of the needs of multicultural and special student populations and the state and federal programs that currently serve them in public schools. |
| EDUC 7302 | Management of Counseling Prog |
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| EDUC 7305 | Workshop In Education |
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| EDUC 7312 | Practicum In Reading |
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| EDUC 7313 | Practicum In Admin |
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| EDUC 7315 | Group Counseling |
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| EDUC 7316 | Practicum in Counseling |
This fieldwork experience will provide students with university and clinical-site supervised practice in counseling in university-affiliated services and community settings. Students must accumulate 100 total clock hours of counseling experience, with at least 40-hours of direct face-to-face counseling contact. Prerequisite: Student must have earned a grade of B or higher in EDUC 6321 and 7315 and have permission of the instructor. |
| EDUC 7317 | Internship In Counseling |
This advanced fieldwork experience will provide students with university and clinical-site supervised practice in counseling in university-affiliated services and community settings. Students must accumulate 600 total clock hours of counseling experience, with at least 240 hours of direct face-to -face counseling contact. Prerequisite: student must have earned a grade of B or higher in EDUC 7316 and have permission of the instructor.
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