2014-2015 College Catalog 
    
    Apr 30, 2024  
2014-2015 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Prerequisite for all 300-400 level courses: 45 hours or permission.

 

Interdisciplinary and Special Courses

  
  • IDS 023 - English as a Second Language


    Credit Hours: 3
    A course designed for the non-native English speaker to help the student gain better command of the English language, including idiomatic expressions. Special attention is given to helping the student develop listening, speaking, reading, writing and thinking skills in English. Enrollment is by permission (Dean of the College/Registrar) based on TOFEL scores and other evaluations. This course is graded pass/fail and may be repeated with permission. Does not count toward required 125 credit hours for graduation. Offered Occasionally
  
  • IDS 021 - Learning Strategies


    Credit Hours: 1
    This course is designed to help students improve their study skills. Many techniques will be presented regarding learning styles, time management, memory skills, reading comprehension, note-taking, overcoming test anxiety, and conflict management. These techniques can become powerful tools for success if commitment and positive attitude are involved. Enrollment is required of entering freshmen whose academic record indicates they would profit from such a course. Does not count toward required 125 hours for graduation. Fall/Spring
  
  • IDS 101 - New Student Orientation (Character Camp)


    Credit Hours: 1
    Required of all fulltime students. Course intends to provide a link between students, programs and services. Pass/Fail. Fall/Spring
  
  • IDS 103 - Patriotic Education


    Credit Hours: 3
    A required general education course designed to encourage an understanding of American heritage, civic responsibilities, love of country, and willingness to defend it. Fall/Spring
  
  • IDS 331 - International/Patriotic Travel


    Credit Hours: 1
    This course is required of students selected to participate in some of the College’s International or Patriotic travel trips. Readings and other assignments are designed to complement and reinforce students’ experiential learning. May be repeated for credit. Pass/Fail. Offered Occasionally
  
  • IDS 50V - Off-Campus Studies


    Credit Hours: 3-15
    This course is designed to provide an opportunity for students to take classes and participate in educational projects at other sites in the United States. College of the Ozarks has institutional participation agreements with: 1) Focus on the Family Institute, Colorado Springs, Colorado; and 2) Au Sable Institute of Environmental Studies in northern Michigan. Other programs may be developed through individual faculty and approved through the Dean of the College. Fall/Spring

Accounting

  
  • ACT 203 - Elementary Accounting I


    Credit Hours: 3
    The fundamental concepts and principles that underlie accounting information are described. Shows how accounting data are accumulated, and initiates the student into the effective use of such data. Fall/Spring
  
  • ACT 213 - Elementary Accounting II


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ACT 203 . The proper recording procedures and characteristics of current and long-term liabilities are illustrated. Apply the principles learned in the first course to corporations, and consider the elements involved in preparing a cash flow statement, financial statement analysis, managerial accounting and planning and controlling business operations. Fall/Spring
  
  • ACT 303 - Cost Accounting


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ACT 213 . The role of the accountant in the organization, cost behavior and volume-profit relationships, characteristics of responsibility accounting, standard costs and flexible budgets, cost structures for control and motivation and relevant costs of non-routine decisions. Spring
  
  • ACT 313 - Intermediate Accounting I


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ACT 213 . A focus on financial accounting, which provides financial information primarily for decision makers outside the organization. Apply accounting theory, standards, principles and procedures to accounting problems. Study assets in more depth. Fall
  
  • ACT 323 - Intermediate Accounting II


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ACT 313 . The characteristics and general journal entries of corporations are discussed, recording procedures for long-term investments in equity securities and bonds, as well as the long-term liability bonds payable, procedures followed when changing accounting methods, correcting errors, making interim reports, analyzing financial statements, proper reporting for pension costs and leases. Methods used to prepare a cash flow statement. Spring
  
  • ACT 333 - Governmental and Not-For-Profit Accounting


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ACT 203 . A study of accounting principles, standards, procedures and financial statements that apply to state and local governments, and not-for-profit organizations. Fall
  
  • ACT 343 - Tax Accounting I


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ACT 203 . A study of federal income taxation for individuals. Spring
  
  • ACT 403 - Tax Accounting II


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ACT 343 . A study of federal income taxation for partnerships, corporations, sub-s corporations, and estate and gift taxes. Fall
  
  • ACT 413 - Auditing


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: ACT 303 , or concurrent enrollment, and ACT 323 , or concurrent enrollment. The purpose is to emphasize concepts which enable the student to understand the philosophy and environment of auditing. An audit case will be assigned. Spring
  
  • ACT 423 - Advanced Accounting


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ACT 323 .  Emphasis on business combinations and the related consolidated financial statements. An expanded look at partnerships, segment reporting and foreign currency translation. Fall
  
  • ACT 48V - Accounting Internship


    Credit Hours: 1-6
    Prerequisites: accounting major, completion of 60 hours, 3.0 GPA in major and overall, and permission. This course provides an opportunity to gain practical knowledge in the various fields of accounting.  Fall/Spring
  
  • ACT 49V - Special Problems in Accounting


    Credit Hours: 1-3
    Prerequisite: permission.  Individual work to permit the students to explore or research a problem of special interest. Fall/Spring

Business Administration

  
  • BSM 48V - Business Missions Internship


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: permission and only permitted during the summer term.  Practical experience in an approved position in a mission field that is cross-cultural in nature. This internship must be completed without withdrawing from the college.  Fall
  
  • BUS 213 - Principles of Management


    Credit Hours: 3
    A study of the basic management processes with emphasis on functions and applications. Fall/Spring
  
  • BUS 233 - Business Statistics


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: MAT 123  or higher, and CSC 113  or college proficiency test or permission. The collection, tabulation, presentation, analysis and interpretation of business data utilizing current computer software applications. Fall/Spring
  
  • BUS 303 - Business Communications


    Credit Hours: 3
    The study of principles of writing effective business documents (letters, memorandums, reports, résumés) using organized logic and practical psychology in solving communications problems dealing with business.  Fall/Spring
  
  • BUS 313 - Business Law I


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: 45 credit hours or permission. A study of the general principles of law with emphasis on the role of law in society, contracts, agency, employment and sales. Fall/Spring
  
  • BUS 323 - Business Law II


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: BUS 313  or permission.  A continuation of the study of the general principles of law, with emphasis on security devices, partnerships, corporations, negotiable instruments, personal property, real property, estates, bankruptcy and government regulations.  Spring
  
  • BUS 333 - Investments


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ACT 213  or permission. A logical development of investment principles and security analysis for business firms and individuals. Special emphasis is placed on an individual’s money management problems. Spring
  
  • BUS 343 - Human Resources Management


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: BUS 213 . A study of the various formal and informal personnel management techniques used to improve relations between employer and employees. Fall
  
  • BUS 353 - International Business


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ECN 213  or permission.  A study of the institutions, vocabulary and players in the world of international business; the opportunity to (begin to) understand different business environments and implications this has for managers; gain experience in analyzing the environment in a foreign context; analysis of key sources for researching the economic and political environments and anticipate the influence each will have on managing strategies and decision-making. Fall-Even
  
  • BUS 363 - International Management


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: BUS 213  or permission. The purpose of this course is to expose the student to the international aspects of management, cultural differences in management applications, management of multinational corporations, and the integration of domestic business functions with international operations. Fall-Odd
  
  • BUS 403 - Management Information Systems (MIS)


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: CSC 113 . An introduction to computer-based information systems and its role in business and other organizations. Topics include information technology, information systems, development concepts, hardware/software concepts, data communications, database concepts, application software, and utilization focusing on information as a resource. Fall/Spring
  
  • BUS 413 - Corporate Finance


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ACT 213  and 91 credit hours. A study of how corporate capital needs and sources of funds are determined. Emphasis is on the management techniques employed in financial analysis, planning and control for the business enterprise. Fall/Spring
  
  • BUS 443 - Strategic Management


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: 61 hours or permission. A capstone course combining elements of the major disciplines of business management. Begins with determination of mission and vision, analysis of resources, and progresses through strategy formulation. Extensive use of cases requiring application of concepts presented in accounting, finance, economics, business law, and marketing.  Spring
  
  • BUS 453 - Small Business Consulting


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: 3.0 GPA, senior standing and permission. Course for senior level business (or related area) students to provide consulting services to area small businesses. Students will work in groups and some travel may be required. Spring
  
  • BUS 483 - Business Internship


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: Business Administration major, completion of 60 hours, 3.0 GPA in major and overall, and permission.  This course provides an opportunity to gain practical knowledge in the field of business.   Fall/Spring
  
  • BUS 49V - Special Problems in Business


    Credit Hours: 1-3
    Prerequisite: permission. Individual work to permit the students to explore or research a problem of special interest. Fall/Spring

Economics

  
  • ECN 203 - Macroeconomics


    Credit Hours: 3
    An introduction to basic economic theory with emphasis on the importance of personal incentives in a free enterprise system. Attention then focuses on aggregate markets and a macroeconomic view of the determinants of national income, monetary system, employment levels and economic growth.  Fall/Spring
  
  • ECN 213 - Microeconomics


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ECN 203 . A continuation of economic theory as applied to individual markets, prices, and distribution of income; a microeconomic view of the factors affecting the efficient use of resources. Particular attention is given to analysis of the economic role of government. Fall/Spring
  
  • ECN 313 - Money and Banking


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ECN 203 . A study of money and banking, including an analysis of the Federal Reserve System and monetary policy. Banking and personal finance topics such as loans, insurance, and credit reporting will be explored from a practical perspective. Fall
  
  • ECN 333 - International Economics


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ECN 203  or ECN 213  or permission. This course examines both the theory and practice of international trade and finance. Topics studied will include the basis for mutually advantageous trade, tariffs and other barriers, balance of payments, foreign exchange, trade regulations, and industrial policy. The overall objective is to apply economic concepts to the phenomenon of international trade to enhance our understanding of the expanding global economy. Spring-Even
  
  • ECN 403 - Labor Economics


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ECN 213  or permission.  A study of the factors determining the market for labor based on labor supply decisions by households and labor demand decision by businesses. Explanations for various labor market outcomes and trends are also examined. Areas of study include wage differentials, human capital investment, discrimination, unions, government regulations and unemployment.  Fall
  
  • ECN 433 - Economic Geography


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: ECN 203  and ECN 213  or permission.  This course examines and establishes the linkage between geographic knowledge and economic theory. Topics studied will include a review of relationships between natural resources, people and culture; political economy; and our present-day world conditions with geography as the unifying element. The overall objective is to demonstrate how our economic well-being is inextricably tied to our planet and its unique features.  Spring-Odd
  
  • ECN 49V - Special Problems in Economics


    Credit Hours: 1-3
    Prerequisite: permission.  Individual work to permit the students to explore or research a problem of special interest. Fall/Spring

Marketing

  
  • MKT 223 - Marketing


    Credit Hours: 3
    An introduction to the marketing function of a business or non-profit organization. Analysis of environmental factors, markets, target markets and emphasis on the study of product, pricing, promotion and distribution. Fall/Spring
  
  • MKT 353 - Personal Selling


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: MKT 223  or permission. A course divided into two parts: the information base necessary for personal selling and the development of techniques and skills for personal selling. Fall
  
  • MKT 363 - Advertising


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: MKT 223  or permission. A focus on the decisions involved in developing promotional objectives, creating, implementing and controlling promotional plans using advertising, personal selling, sales promotions, publicity, and social media. Spring
  
  • MKT 373 - International Marketing


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: MKT 223  or permission.  This course exposes the student to the international aspects of marketing, such as cultural differences in marketing applications, sales and advertising differences between cultures, and product preference differences between cultures.  Spring-Even
  
  • MKT 383 - Retail Management


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: MKT 223  or permission. A study of retail store organization and operation. Location and layout, retail buying techniques, human relations, employee supervision, pricing and merchandising are explored. Spring
  
  • MKT 423 - Marketing Strategy


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: MKT 223 .  An advanced marketing course emphasizing the analysis of marketing situations, identification of problems, determination of solutions, implementation of corrective actions and planning strategies.  Fall-Even
  
  • MKT 49V - Special Problems in Marketing


    Credit Hours: 1-3
    Prerequisite: permission.  Individual work to permit the students to explore or research a problem of special interest. Fall/Spring

Ralph T. Reeve Free Enterprise Studies

  
  • FER 403 - Free Enterprise Studies


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: 61 credit hours and ECN 203 .   An exploration of the principles of the free enterprise system and the biblical, philosophical, and political implications of the free market compared with other modern economic philosophies. Additionally, the ideas and implied values of entrepreneurship will be explored.  Fall/Spring

Communication Arts

  
  • MCC 103 - Foundations of Mass Media


    Credit Hours: 3
    A survey of the mass media industry, its evolution and associated issues in western society, particularly in the United States, including ownership, producers, distributors, regulators, audiences and technology. Basic processes of mass communications will be examined. The student also will analyze self-use of the mass media. Fall/Spring
  
  • MCC 243 - Writing for Media


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite:  .   An overview of basic styles and structures used in writing for various media. The first part of the course focuses on the fundamentals of writing in different formats and lengths. The second part of the course focuses on journalistic writing techniques. Spring
  
  • MCC 343 - Media in Society


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: 55 hours. Examination of how we question, evaluate, create and/or produce, interpret and respond to the media we consume. The course includes a study of the major theories and research as well as the exploration of symbolic and persuasive communication. Fall
  
  • MCC 373 - Convergence Media Theory and Practice


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: MCC 103  and MJR 213 . This course explores the converging media, its role in the changing economics of the industry, and continuing changes in online media use by audiences and information outlets. Students study differences between traditional journalistic writing and online writing, as well as practice writing and editing for digital delivery. Fall
  
  • MCC 403 - Communications Law and Ethics


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: MCC 103  and 55 hours. A chronological study of the U.S. courts’ interpretations of the First and Fourteenth Amendments and related legal issues such as libel and the right to privacy, especially as pertains to mass communications. Spring
  
  • SPC 103 - Public Speaking


    Credit Hours: 3
    A course in the fundamentals of public and presentational speaking, including both sending and receiving messages, stressing analysis of occasion, purpose, content, structure, effect and individual perceptions of speaker credibility. Students will make three to five presentations of various types of speeches. Fall/Spring
  
  • SPC 203 - Interpersonal Communication


    Credit Hours: 3
    A study of the nature of intra- and interpersonal communication. Students explore the dynamics of communicating with themselves and others with emphasis on enhancing self-awareness, roles analysis, values processing, listening skills, assertive behavior, conflict management skills, kinesics and proxemics. Fall
  
  • SPC 303 - Intercultural Communication


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: SPC 103 , suggested SPC 203 .  A study in how cultures affect communication. Students will look at how history, religion, family structure, and other components of culture affect the building, transmission, and reception of messages. The course places special emphasis upon how communication misunderstandings can occur and how they can be remedied.  Spring-Even
  
  • SPC 313 - Business and Professional Speaking


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: SPC 103 . A course designed to emphasize numerous communication characteristics unique to the business, professional and organizational sectors. Students will study sales presentations, instructional speaking, communication ethics, advanced speaking skills, communication apprehension and listening skills. Students present a variety of business and professional speeches. Fall
  
  • SPC 323 - Small Group Communication


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: SPC 103 .  A study of the theoretical and practical principles of group dynamics. Leadership, participation, techniques, types of discussion, consideration of small group dimensions, conflict management, listening and the influence of cooperation and competition on small group communication are discussed and practiced.  Spring
  
  • SPC 333 - Persuasive Speaking


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: SPC 103 .  A continuation of the study of public speaking with an emphasis on increased understanding of the theories regarding human persuasion: including studies of communication ethics, the use of symbols, reasoning and persuasive campaigns and movements. Students will present several persuasive speeches to a classroom audience.  Spring
  
  • SPC 343 - Argumentation and Debate


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: SPC 103  or permission.  A course designed to develop rational decision-making abilities in various communication situations. Logical reasoning and the use of emotional appeals are emphasized in the analysis, composition, delivery and evaluation of propositions of fact, value and policy. Spring-Odd
  
  • SPC 353 - Organizational Communication


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: SPC 103 . An examination of communication processes within formal and informal organizational settings. Special emphasis areas include systems theory, leader/member relationships, corporate culture, communication and power, and interpersonal and group interaction within the organization. Fall
  
  • SPC 363 - Public Relations


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: MJR 213  or permission. A study of the public relations field in today’s society and duties a practitioner may be called on to perform. Students will receive a foundation in the skills necessary to perform those duties. Spring
  
  • SPC 48V - Communication Arts Internship


    Credit Hours: 3-6
    Prerequisites: Communication Arts major and completion of 60 hours required. This course is an opportunity for applied knowledge in the communication field; a minimum of three (3) internship hours are required if this course is selected and students may receive no more than six (6) total internship hours of credit. Fall/Spring
  
  • SPC 49V - Special Problems in Communication Arts


    Credit Hours: 1-3
    Prerequisites: Communication Arts major, completion of 60 hours, and permission required.  This course is an opportunity for exploration or research of a problem or special interest topics in the communication field. This course may be repeated, but a minimum of three (3) credit hours is required if this course is selected as part of the Communication Arts degree.  Fall/Spring

Journalism

  
  • MJR 213 - Introduction to Journalism


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: ENG 103 .  A survey of modern journalistic theory and practice. Basic techniques in news gathering and writing.  Fall/Spring
  
  • MJR 313 - Newswriting and Reporting I


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite:   or permission.  Development of news research skills and critical thinking skills. Students will focus on the fundamentals of effective interviewing, credible news sourcing, analytical organization of information, accurate on-scene note taking, objective news gathering, journalistic rules and ethics of news gathering, and objective summary.  Fall-Even
  
  • MJR 323 - Newswriting and Reporting II


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite:  .  Students learn to write accurate, clear and interesting news stories from their own research. Topics include science, business, health, current events, politics, crime/courts, and breaking news.  Spring-Odd
  
  • MJR 333 - Broadcast News Writing


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisites:  ,  , and  .  Theory and practice in writing news for broadcast. Students will learn to incorporate video and audio in writing news for broadcast and webcast, and will integrate news writing with news production. Students will work on developing writing style, as well as narrating (broadcast voice) style.  Fall
  
  • MJR 343 - Feature Writing


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: MJR 213  or permission. Analysis of feature and longer story structures; study of advanced interviewing techniques; how to find the feature behind the news. Students will work on developing style.  Spring
  
  • MJR 48V - Journalism Internship


    Credit Hours: 3-6
    Internships are available for qualified students who wish to pursue off-campus learning experiences. May be repeated. A maximum of six hours may be applied toward the major and the 36-hour upper-division graduation requirement.  Fall/Spring
  
  • MJR 49V - Special Problems in Journalism


    Credit Hours: 1-3
    Will deal with areas of need or interest to students. Fall/Spring

Media Production

  
  • MPR 213 - Video Production I


    Credit Hours: 3
    An introduction to the techniques and practices used in professional video recording with emphasis on electronic field production (EFP). Students will create video projects using cameras, editors and computers. Fall/Spring
  
  • MPR 243 - Radio Production I


    Credit Hours: 3
    An introduction to basic production and announcing skills for the purpose of producing radio programs. Also, an overview of station control room techniques and duties and the history and business of radio broadcast. Fall/Spring
  
  • MPR 253 - Introduction to Sound Recording/Reinforcement


    Credit Hours: 3
    Students will learn basic techniques and skills by working with various sound systems, microphones, processors, sub-systems and component parts as well as modular digital multi-track, minidisk and computer-based hard drive recording equipment. Spring
  
  • MPR 263 - Copywriting


    Credit Hours: 3
    Emphasis on commercial, promotional and campaign copywriting for both radio and television applications. Needs analysis, creativity process and regulatory and ethical standards will be examined. May also be of interest to students in marketing and advertising.  Fall/Spring
  
  • MPR 313 - Video Production II


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: MPR 213 . A continuation of MPR 213 - Video Production I . Additional emphasis will be on advanced lighting, audio techniques and editing. Fall
  
  • MPR 343 - Radio Production II


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: MPR 243  and  .  A continuation of  . Advanced techniques of production for radio. Additional emphasis on station program management and the personalization of a radio personality. The class also includes resume building steps to find jobs in radio.  Fall-Odd
  
  • MPR 353 - Advanced Sound Recording


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: MPR 253 . A workshop in studio recording, mixing and special effects. Students will work with multitrack stereo recording equipment. Fall-Even
  
  • MPR 403 - Broadcast Practicum


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: MPR 213  and MPR 243  OR MPR 213  and  , or by permission. A multifaceted course in which students apply video, sound, editing lessons, as well as other aspects of media production, through the recording and broadcast of College of the Ozarks basketball games, news stories, and other broadcast venues. Spring
  
  • MPR 47V - Directed Readings Media Production


    Credit Hours: 1-3
    A program of directed study for students majoring in mass communications. Fall/Spring
  
  • MPR 48V - Media Production Internship


    Credit Hours: 3-6
    Internships are available for qualified students who wish to pursue off-campus learning experiences. May be repeated. A maximum of six hours may be applied toward the major and the 36-hour upper-division graduation requirement.  Fall/Spring
  
  • MPR 49V - Special Problems in Mass Communication


    Credit Hours: 1-3
    Will deal with areas of need or interest to students. Fall/Spring

Photography

  
  • MPH 113 - Introduction to Photography


    Credit Hours: 3
    Introduction to basic photography, including basic camera techniques and underlying theory. Students supply their own digital cameras. Cameras must meet certain specifications as defined by the professor. Lab fees required. Fall/Spring

Political Science

  
  • POL 103 - American National Government


    Credit Hours: 3
    A survey of the structure, functions, politics, and policies of the national government. Fall
  
  • POL 113 - American State and Local Government


    Credit Hours: 3
    A survey of the structure, function, problems, and decision-making processes of American state and local governments with emphasis on Missouri government. Spring

Education

  
  • EDU 203 - Child Growth and Development


    Credit Hours: 3
    A study of human growth and development from conception to adulthood with major emphasis devoted to the formative years up to age twelve. Research and critical thinking skills will be emphasized. Fall/Spring
  
  • EDU 201 - Classroom Observation


    Credit Hours: 1
    Students spend time observing in classrooms at varied instructional levels and in several subject areas. The course is required for education majors and is strongly recommended for those who are considering teaching as a profession but are undecided. Fall/Spring
  
  • EDU 211 - Classroom Participation


    Credit Hours: 1
    Prerequisite: EDU 201 . This is a required course for prospective teachers, both elementary and secondary. The student will spend time as a participant in teaching activities in a public school classroom working under the direction of an experienced teacher in the student’s major field.  Fall/Spring
  
  • EDU 213 - Orientation to Teaching


    Credit Hours: 3
    An introduction to teaching as a profession that incorporates the development of a teacher education portfolio. This course will also focus on fundamental knowledge for prospective teachers. Fall/Spring
  
  • EDU 223 - Language Arts and Literature for Elementary/Middle School


    Credit Hours: 3
    A course to help prospective elementary/middle school teachers acquire the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for teaching the language arts. Children’s literature is emphasized with integration across the curriculum.  Fall/Spring
  
  • EDU 222 - Math for Early Childhood


    Credit Hours: 2
    This course emphasizes key aspects of curriculum, instruction and assessment for preschool and early grades. Math activities that target young children’s interests and abilities are investigated. Fall
  
  • EDU 233 - Early Childhood Literacy


    Credit Hours: 3
    Fundamental concepts, skills, and methods of developing and managing beginning literacy instruction for PK-3 grades, including all aspects of communication and various types of literature for children will be explored. Fall
  
  • EDU 243 - Educational Media and Technology


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: Elementary or Secondary Education major.  A course designed to prepare all prospective teachers for effective use of a wide variety of media, instructional materials and technology. Opportunities for practical applications of media and technology, including computers will be provided in relationship to instruction. Writing skills will be emphasized with the completion of a research and writing project. Fall/Spring
  
  • EDU 303 - The Exceptional Learner


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: EDU 213  and Admission to Teacher Education. The course will focus on all areas of exceptionality in the classroom. It is designed to help the prospective teacher understand and appreciate the education of the exceptional learner. Specific attention will be given to state and federal guidelines to conduct the special education process. Field Experiences required. Fall/Spring
  
  • EDU 313 - Mathematics Methods for Elementary/Middle School


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: completion of seven semester hours of mathematics. Content, methods and materials for teaching mathematics in the elementary school. Includes selection of appropriate instructional strategies, materials and learning activities for children of elementary/middle grades 1-6. Fall/Spring
  
  • EDU 323 - Reading Methods I


    Credit Hours: 3
    A foundation course in teaching of reading which deals with the reading process, major approaches to the teaching of reading, materials used, basic skills to be taught and techniques used. Fall/Spring
  
  • EDU 333 - Foundations of American Education


    Credit Hours: 3
    This course deals with historical, social, psychological and philosophical foundations of the American educational system. It deals with major issues of past and present. Required for all prospective teachers. Fall/Spring
  
  • EDU 332 - Identifying and Prescribing Instruction in Early Childhood


    Credit Hours: 2
    This course presents fundamental information regarding appropriate assessment and curriculum for early childhood.  Spring
  
  • EDU 342 - Reading Methods II


    Credit Hours: 2
    Prerequisite: EDU 323 . This course is designed to focus on reading instruction at the elementary level and to utilize formal and informal assessments with a variety of teaching strategies. Fall/Spring
 

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