EDUCATION

EDUC-101  Praxis I Review Course – Reading/Writing Tests

1 Credit

This course is designed to prepare the student for Praxis I: Academic Skills Assessments in the areas of reading and writing. Students majoring in the Teacher Education transfer programs are required to submit scores from Praxis I to the Social Sciences Division Office prior to the completion of the 30

EDUC-102  Praxis I Review Course – Math Test

1 Credit

This course is designed to prepare the student for Praxis I: Academic Skills Assessments in the area of math. Students majoring in the Teacher Education transfer programs are required to submit scores from Praxis I to the Social Sciences Division Office prior to the completion of the 30

EDUC-110  Introduction to Education

3 credits

The student will examine the basic principles and philosophical traditions of Western and American Education. The student will also evaluate the trends, issues and career opportunities and options in contemporary education. A 15-hour Field Experience outside of class time is required. Students are placed in a Howard County Public School or may use a K-12 school where they are employed. (3 hours weekly)

EDUC-111  Child Growth and Development

3 credits

Through the study of the early childhood and elementary years, the student will be able to describe the language, cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development of children, birth to 12 years. Instruction will focus on theories of child development, research methods, and developmental milestones. Knowledge learned in this course can be applied to parenting and to careers in child care, early childhood education, elementary education, and nursing. Sixteen hours of Field Experience outside of class time is required. The student will observe individual children in a variety of settings. This course meets the Maryland State Department of Education Child Development requirement for an initial certificate in Early Childhood Education and Elementary Education. It also meets the MSDE Human Growth and Development requirement for Generic Special Education Infant/Primary and Generic Special Education Elementary/Middle. This course is also 45 hours of the 90-hour Child Care Certificate required for Senior Staff. EDUC-112 is required to complete the 90-hour Child Care Certificate. (3 hours weekly)

EDUC-112  Methods and Materials in Early Childhood Education

3 credits

This course is designed to teach the methods and proper use of materials for presenting creative learning experiences to young children in the areas of art, music, movement, creative dramatics, language, outdoor, cooking, academic preliminaries, and science. This course meets the Maryland State Department of Education Teaching Methodology requirement for an initial certificate in Early Childhood Education. This course is also 45 hours of the 90-hour Child Care Certificate required for Senior Staff. EDUC-111 is required to complete the 90-hour Child Care Certificate. (3 hours weekly)

EDUC-113  Working with Infants and Toddlers

3 credits

This course introduces the philosophy and implementation of infant and toddler caregiving in a group setting. This RIE (Magda Gerber) influenced course reviews care routines, appropriate activities, and group management techniques. The health, safety and nutritional needs of infants and toddlers are also examined. Upon completion of this course, EDUC-111, and EDUC-112, the student meets the coursework requirements for the position of Infant/Toddler Senior Staff in a child care center. (3 hours weekly)

EDUC-130  Introduction to Early Childhood Education

3 credits

This course is designed to increase the student’s understanding of various curriculum models and approaches in Early Childhood Education. Techniques for implementing and evaluating these models and approaches will be presented through lectures, class visits to off-campus sites, field placements, and guest speakers. Furthermore the student will explore contemporary issues and problems affecting young children. A 15-hour field experience outside of class time is required; students are placed in a Howard County Public School, or may use a K- 3rd grade school where they are employed. (3 hours weekly)

EDUC-140  Child Health, Safety and Nutrition

3 credits

This course will examine the health, safety, and nutritional needs of children, ages 2 - 6 years, in the child care setting. Attention will be directed to the study of common childhood illnesses, chronic conditions, prevention through personal hygiene, good safety practices, and nutritious snacks and meals as they impact on the child care setting. (3 hours weekly)

EDUC-150  Practicum in Early Childhood Development

4 credits

This course is designed to teach the student how to implement and evaluate a quality child care program. Students are assigned to one child care setting where they will spend 9 hours per week. Students meet at the college every other week for 2 hours to discuss lecture topics and classroom experience. Prerequisites: EDUC-111, EDUC-112. (1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab)

EDUC-160  School Age Child Care

3 credits

This course introduces the philosophy of elementary education with basic child development theory focusing how children grow physically, emotionally, socially, and cognitively, ages 6-12 years. Approaches in curriculum, planning, goal setting, and selection of age-appropriate materials and methods by which education objectives are obtained are stressed. Students learn how to plan an appropriate program for school age child care. This course meets the coursework requirements for the position of Group Leader in a school age program. (3 hours weekly)

EDUC-200  Introduction to Special Education

3 credits

This course is designed to provide an understanding of the needs of all types of exceptional children. Students will be able to identify symptoms and causes of major handicapping conditions and ways in which teachers can individualize instruction in response to these conditions. Federal and state regulations are also reviewed. This course meets the Maryland State Department of Education Inclusion of Special Needs Student Populations requirement for an initial certificate in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education and Secondary Education. This course also meets the MSDE Historical, Philosophical, and Legal Foundations of Special Education requirement for an initial certificate in Generic Special Education Infant/Primary, Generic Special Education Elementary/Middle, and Generic Special Education Secondary/Adult. A 15-hour Field Experince outside of class time is required. Students are placed in a Howard County Public School or may use a K-12 school where they are employed. Prerequisite: Eligible to enroll in ENGL-121. (3 hours weekly)

EDUC-201  Processes and Acquisition of Reading

3 credits

This course is designed to assist pre-service and in-service teachers in understanding the reading acquisition process through observation and analysis of reading and written language development, and the study of current issues in reading research. It is organized around current, accepted, research-based theoretical models that account for individual differences in reading. Introduction to language structures including spoken syllables, phonemes, graphemes, and morphemes is included in this course. Participants will apply knowledge of the core areas of language to reading acquisition in terms of first and second language acquisition, typical development and exceptionalities. Participants will be introduced to current scientific research.

This course meets the Maryland State Department of Education Reading requirement for an initial certificate or renewal of a certificate in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Special Education Generic Infant/Primary, and Special Education Generic Elementary/Middle. (3 hours weekly)

EDUC-202  Methods of Teaching Reading in the Secondary Content Areas, Part I for Regular and Special Education Teachers

3 credits

This course outlines the essentials of reading processes necessary for secondary students to become proficient readers. Types of reading, elements of assessment, skills of the reading process, the incorporation of reading instruction into content delivery and the affective aspects of the processes of reading will be examined. This course meets the Maryland State Department of Education Reading requirement for an initial certificate or renewal of a certificate in Secondary Education and Generic Special Education Secondary/Adult. (3 hours weekly)

EDUC-203  Instruction of Reading

3 credits

This course is designed to give the classroom teacher the ability to use a representative array of research-based instructional techniques and strategies in the area of reading. Instructional routines and strategies in the five major components of reading instruction (phonological and phonemic awareness; phonics, spelling and word study; fluency development; vocabulary; and comprehension) suitable for various age and ability groups are emphasized. Throughout the course, students will demonstrate their skill with the instructional routines and strategies by role-play, live demonstrations, critiquing good and inadequate models, and reviewing the research support available for those approaches. This course meets the Maryland State Department of Education Reading requirement for an initial certificate in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Special Education Generic Infant/Primary, and Special Education Generic Elementary/Middle. (3 hours weekly)

EDUC-204  Assessment for Reading Instruction

3 credits

This course is designed to assist pre-service and in-service teachers in becoming proficient consumers and users of classroom-based assessments and assessment data. Instruction will focus on building knowledge of the purposes of assessment, types of assessment tools, how to administer and use several valid, reliable, well-researched formal and informal assessments of reading and related skills, how to effectively interpret the results of assessments, and how to communicate assessment results in a variety of contexts. Participants will show that they can use assessment data to guide instructional decisions. This course meets the Maryland State Department of Education Reading requirement for an initial certificate in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Special Education Generic Infant/Primary, and Special Education Generic Elementary/Middle. Prerequisite: EDUC-201. (3 hours weekly)

EDUC-205  Materials and Motivation for Reading

3 credits

This course is designed for pre-service and in-service teachers. Participants will use criteria consistent with findings of scientific research to select, evaluate, and compare instructional programs and materials for teaching reading. Successful student will be proficient in enabling students to become strategic, fluent, and independent readers using a variety of texts and other materials. They will be prepared to involve parents and members of the school and surrounding community to promote reading both inside and outside of school. This course meets the Maryland State Department of Education Reading requirement for an initial certificate in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Special Education Generic Infant/Primary, and Special Education Generic Elementary/Middle. (3 hours weekly)

EDUC-206  Methods of Teaching Reading in the Secondary Content Areas, Part II for Regular and Special Education Teachers

3 credits

This course is designed to train secondary school teachers as it draws upon the essentials of the reading processes necessary for secondary students to become proficient learners of content. Participants will be directed in the implementation of the various aspects of a coherent literacy program into their content area instruction. Types of reading, elements of assessment, skills of the reading process, the incorporation of reading instruction into content delivery and the affective aspects of the processes of reading within their individual content areas will be examined and applied in the secondary classroom. This course meets the Maryland Statement Department of Education Reading requirement for an initial certificate in Secondary Education and Generic Special Education Secondary/Adult. Prerequisite: EDUC-202. (3 hours weekly)

EDUC-212  Advanced Methods and Materials in Early Childhood Education

3 credits

This course is designed to expand and integrate the methods and materials presented in EDUC-112 with program planning for young children. The course will emphasize collecting and preparing a variety of activities and materials using a thematic approach. The course will present a variety of issues relevant to curriculum planning in an early childhood program. Prerequisites: EDUC-111 and EDUC-112. (3 hours weekly)

EDUC-230  Child Care Center Administration and Management

3 credits

This course prepares the student to administer and manage a child care center. Students are instructed in meeting state requirements for physical facilities, licensing, insurance, and staffing child care programs. Other topics include record keeping, budget and bookkeeping, personnel selection, training and managing staff, food services, equipment, materials, and community involvement. Prerequisites: EDUC-111, EDUC-112 and EDUC-150. (3 hours weekly)

EDUC-240  Successful Classroom Management

3 credits

This course is designed to teach how to effectively manage a classroom for two through five year old children. The student will be able to set up the physical environment, plan the schedule, incorporate age-appropriate program planning, and learn strategies for working with parents and other staff members in a child care setting. Specific behavior management techniques will be explored as they relate to dealing with children in a classroom setting. Prerequisites: EDUC-111 and EDUC-112. (3 hours weekly)

EDUC-250  Advanced Practicum in Early Childhood Development

4 credits

The student will conduct learning activities for children, implement various teacher-child interaction patterns, implement transitions, gain experience in working with staff members, and participate in many routine center operations. The student will spend nine hours per week in an early childhood setting. Students meet at the college every other week for two hours to discuss lecture topics and classroom experiences. Prerequisites: EDUC-111, EDUC-112, and EDUC-150. (1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab)

EDUC-260  Educational Psychology

3 credits

Educational Psychology is an advanced course which surveys current psychological research and theory to address issues of teaching and learning. Instruction will focus on developmental theories, research methods, classroom management, and instructional techniques. The course will utilize readings, lectures, guest speakers, and small group projects, and is well suited for anyone interested in learning more about children, schools, learning, and/or teaching. This course meets the Maryland State Department of Education Human Learning requirement for an initial certificate in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education and Secondary Education. A 15-hour Field Experience outside of class time is required. Students are placed in a Howard County Public School or may use a K-12 school where they are employed. Prerequisite: Eligible to enroll in ENGL-121. (3 hours weekly)

EDUC-265  Educational Assessment

3 credits

This course focuses on students developing and using classroom assessments, including tests, performance assessments, rating scales, portfolios, observations and oral interactions. Basic psychometric standard setting, grading, communicating assessment information, testing ethics, locating and evaluating measures, program evaluation and classroom research are also presented. This course meets the Maryland State Department of Education Assessment of Students requirement for an initial certificate in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, and Secondary Education. This course also meets the MSDE Assessment, Diagnosis, and Prescriptive Techniques requirement for an initial certificate in Generic Special Education Infant/Primary, Generic Special Education Elementary/Middle, and Generic Special Education Secondary/Adult. (3 hours weekly)

EDUC-266  Methods of Teaching Elementary Education

3 credits

This class prepares prospective and non-certified elementary school teachers to become reflective teachers in a diverse society through knowledge of the subject matter, the curriculum, the learners, and teaching strategies. Opportunities will be provided for planning and practicing instruction based on a knowledge of the theory and research supporting the strategies and models used. Emphasis will be placed upon reflection on teaching and learning events in classrooms and schools to encourage problem solving in collaboration with others. This course meets the Maryland State Department of Education Teaching Methodology requirement for an initial certificate in Elementary Education. A 15-hour Field Experience outside of class time is required. Students are placed in a Howard County Public School or may use a K-12 school where they are employed. (3 hours weekly)

EDUC-267  Methods of Teaching Secondary Education

3 credits

This course is designed to provide prospective and non-certified secondary school teachers with knowledge of theory and teaching practices, current educational goals, both nationally and locally, and trends in educational assessment and application. This knowledge will be used to plan, design and conduct effective instruction. Supplemental topics will include multiculturalism, classroom management, and the inclusion of students with special needs. This course meets the Maryland State Department of Education Teaching Methodology requirement for an initial certificate in Secondary Education. (3 hours weekly)

EDUC-290 Special Education General Methods Birth-12th Grade

3 Credits

Students will understand and use a variety of organization, teaching, and classroom management strategies. The course will focus on effective practices in different settings with all disability groups, as well as collaboration with other involved professionals and parents. This course meets the Maryland State Department of Education Curriculum and Methodology of Instruction requirement for an initial certificate in Generic Special Education Infant/Primary, Elementary/Middle School, and Secondary/Adult. (3 hours weekly)

EDUC-291 Special Education Methods Birth–8th Grade

3 Credits

Students will review and demonstrate a variety of teaching techniques and learn to use assessment data to create and use both an IFSP and IEP. This course meets the Maryland State Department of Education Curriculum and Methodology of Instruction requirement for an initial certificate in Generic Special Education Infant/Primary and Elementary/Middle School. (3 hours weekly)

EDUC-292 Special Education Methods 6th Grade–12th Grade

3 Credits

Students will review and demonstrate a variety of teaching techniques. Special focus is given to transition education and services for adolescents. This course meets the Maryland State Department of Education Curriculum and Methodology of Instruction requirements for an initial certificate in Generic Special Education Secondary/Adult. (3 hours weekly)

EDUC-293 Special Education Assessment Part I Birth-12th Grade

3 Credits

This course provides students with the knowledge and skills for selecting, administering, interpreting, diagnosing, reporting, using assessment data, monitoring and evaluating the instructional program. Legal perspectives, technical aspects of assessment tools, accommodations, computer as a tool for assessment, and nondiscriminatory testing will be examined. This course meets the Maryland State Department of Education Assessment, Diagnosis, and Prescriptive Techniques requirement for an initial certificate in Generic Special Education Infant/Primary, Elementary/Middle School, and Secondary/Adult. (3 hours weekly)

EDUC-294 Special Education Assessment Part II Birth-12th Grade

3 Credits

This course is designed to provide knowledge and skills in assessment, administration, interpretation, programming and alignment of test data with teaching standards. Trends in informal assessment, observation techniques, family assessment, vocational assessment, work sample analysis, task analysis, portfolios and teacher made tests will be explored. This course meets the Maryland State Department of Education Assessment, Diagnosis, and Prescriptive Techniques requirement for an initial certificate in Generic Special Education Infant/Primary, Elementary/Middle School, and Secondary/Adult. (3 hours weekly)