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Ed 100: Introduction to Education
3 cr.
The objectives of education; organizations, curricula, support, administration, and control in the elementary, secondary, vocational, and higher divisions; educational personnel and professional relationships; overview of tech prep opportunities in the field of education, an overview of the history and philosophy of American education, and relevant research. Students will begin their pre-clinical practice experiences.
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| 1 | TTH | 8:00–9:15 | AL210 |
| 2 | TTH | 9:35–10:50 | AL110 |
Ed 300: Foundations in Instructional Technology
2 cr.
An introductory course in educational technology for teachers. Students will be introduced to current media and computer technology for computer assisted instruction (CAI) and computer managed instruction (CMI). Instruction will be given in sources of and techniques for selection of computer hardware and educational software. Students will focus on software related to the grade levels and subject matter they are preparing to teach. This course requires computer literacy.
| Sec | Days | Time | Room |
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| 1 | TTH | 10:00–10:50 | AL212 |
| 2 | TTH | 2:00–2:50 | AL212 |
| 3 | TTH | 3:00–3:50 | AL212 |
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Ed 301: Technology in the Classroom
2 cr.
An examination of the use of technology in the teaching and learning process. Particular emphasis will be given to educational software evaluation, multimedia design and development, and the use of internet resources in the classroom.
Prerequisite: Ed 300.
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| 1 | MW | 4:00–4:50 | AL212 |
Ed 562: Assessment (Pre-K-6)
2 cr.
A practical emphasis on constructing classroom tests, grading, and administering and interpreting standardized tests. Appropriate probability and statistical techniques are incorporated. Offered first two weeks as part of block program for education majors. For Early Childhood and Elementary Education majors and for students in Pre-K-12 programs who prefer to work with students in lower grades.
| Sec | Days | Time | Room |
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| 1 | MTWTHFS | 7:00–8:50 | AL204 |
Ed 563: Assessment (5-12)
2 cr.
A practical emphasis on constructing classroom tests, grading, and administering and interpreting standardized tests. Appropriate probability and statistical techniques are incorporated. Offered first two weeks as part of block program for education majors. For Middle School and Secondary Education majors and students in upper-level grades.
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| 1 | MTWTHFS | 7:00–8:50 | AL310 |
Ed 605: History & Philosophy of Education
3 cr.
Beginnings of the American system of education, survey of theories of education; factors and forces changing American education philosophies of learning applied to contemporary educational problems. This course is designed to equip and motivate educators and administrators to understand, critically appraise and apply the historical and philosophical foundations of education in developing their educational theory and practice.
This course is also offered through BJUOnline.
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Ed 620: Principles and Practices of Classroom Management
3 cr.
This course is an introduction to K-12 classroom management techniques. Topics include: physical space, behavioral norms, safety, time management, managing student work and managing other special classroom needs.
This course is also offered through BJUOnline.
No sections offered in the fall semester…
Ed 625: Family, School & Community Relationships
3 cr.
This course will examine the changing structure and demographics of the family and implications for education. Current models and strategies for effective home-school-and community partnerships will be reviewed with special emphasis on practical applications of these strategies in candidates' own school settings. Course topics include theories of family systems, parenting, and parent education, child abuse/neglect, and bullying.
This course is not offered this academic year.
Ed 632: Best Practices in Instructional Strategies
3 cr.
Effective teaching involves using a variety of instructional strategies, designed with specific learners in mind. This course explores the development and practical application of numerous strategies. Students will be introduced to the Five Core Propositions of the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. This class is mostly project based.
This course is also offered through BJUOnline.
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Ed 634: Providing Instruction for Exceptional Learning Needs
3 cr.
This course focuses on developing the student's understanding of the knowledge and skills necessary to increase effectiveness in meeting the needs of diverse learners through appropriate instructional, curricular and behavioral strategies.
This course is not offered this academic year.
Ed 635: Critical Issues in Education
3 cr.
This course is designed to explore critical issues in both public and private education. Topics discussed are organized around the InTASC standards categories of learner and learning, content knowledge, instructional practice, and professional responsibility. Candidates will read, summarize, analyze, and discuss educational issues with other candidates and faculty.
This course is not offered this academic year.
Ed 638: Curriculum Development & Design
3 cr.
This course is an overview of the history and theories of curriculum development and their application to K-12 schools. Designing and implementing effective curriculum and learning based on a school's philosophy of education.
This course is also offered through BJUOnline.
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Ed 661: Assessment of Learning
3 cr.
The appraisal of a student's intellectual capacity and aspects of personality; the interpretation of educational data using descriptive statistics including frequency distributions, measures of central tendency and dispersion, the normal probability curve and graphs. Attention is also given to test construction and the development of a testing program.
This course is also offered through BJUOnline.
| Sec | Days | Time | Room |
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| 1 | TTH | 9:35–10:50 | AL204 |
Ed 667: Technology in Education
3 cr.
This course is a practical examination of current technology applications and their integration in education. The hands-on learning environment provides the professional educator with the tools needed to enhance skills in technology and apply these skills in a variety of settings.
This course is also offered through BJUOnline.
| Sec | Days | Time | Room |
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| 1 | M | 6:00–8:40 | AL212 |
Ed 690: Research in Education
3 cr.
This course introduces educational research, statistics, and testing; and is designed to familiarize the student with the terminology, basic concepts and tools necessary to critique and interpret published research.
This course is also offered through BJUOnline.
| Sec | Days | Time | Room |
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| 1 | T | 6:00–8:40 | AL211 |
Ed 695: Action Research Project
3 cr.
Supervised experience in an area of fieldwork under the direction of faculty; including: papers, unit work samples, video-taped lessons--uploaded and critiqued--all tied to coursework taken previously in the MEd Program. Students must be teaching in a traditional K-12 classroom during the semester this course is taken.
This course is also offered through BJUOnline.
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Ed 800: Crucial Issues in Education
3 cr.
Problem analysis of timely issues in education. Attention is focused on areas of continuing concern, with special emphasis on the Christian school movement and its problems. Independent study for doctoral students only.
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| 1 | TBA | TBA | TBA |
Ed 820: Professional Writing
3 cr.
Preparation in writing for publication in professional education. Students will master the current APA style manual as applied to the writing of theses and dissertations.
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| 1 | TBA | TBA | TBA |
Ed 897: Dissertation Research
1 cr.
Methods of research, guidance in selection of a dissertation topic, and actual preparation of the dissertation. Required each semester and/or summer upon the fulfillment of all course work until dissertation is completed. A minimum of three and a maximum of six credits may count toward the degree requirements.
No sections offered in the fall semester…
Ed 898: Dissertation Research
2 cr.
Methods of research, guidance in selection of a dissertation topic, and actual preparation of the dissertation. Required each semester and/or summer upon the fulfillment of all course work until dissertation is completed. A minimum of three and a maximum of six credits may count toward the degree requirements.
No sections offered in the fall semester…
Ed 899: Dissertation Research
3 cr.
Methods of research, guidance in selection of a dissertation topic, and actual preparation of the dissertation. Required each semester and/or summer upon the fulfillment of all course work until dissertation is completed. A minimum of three and a maximum of six credits may count toward the degree requirements.
No sections offered in the fall semester…