EDUC - Education

The course offers an overview of the teacher certification program at UMHB, state guidelines governing the certification of teachers in Texas, and the benefits and challenges facing teachers at the elementary, middle, and secondary levels of education. 

Designed specifically for education majors, this course is an introduction to educational technology used in contemporary schools, with an emphasis on computers. The course examines computer hardware, software, and other current technology used for planning, organizing, and delivering instruction based upon the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). Students will receive practical, hands-on experience in designing learner activities and increasing teacher productivity. Lab fee.

This course in an introduction to the teaching profession. The content is organized around the following clusters: philosophy of education, structure of education in Texas, Code of Ethics and legal issues, family/school partnerships, and professionalism.

This course in an introduction to the teaching profession. The content is organized around the following clusters: philosophy of education, structure of education in Texas, Code of Ethics and legal issues, family/school partnerships, and professionalism.

Designed specifically for education majors for elementary and middle level, this course provides students with skills and understanding needed to plan, organize, and deliver effective instruction based on the Social Studies TEKS. Special emphasis is given to instruction in geography, economics, and American history. Students develop an understanding of the social and environmental consequences of scientific discovery and technological innovation.  

This course is designed to review the TExES competencies for the PPR.  Sessions emphasize test content and test-taking strategies.  The seminar is required of all secondary, 8-12, all level, and technology applications certifiers.  Lab fee.

A course designed for junior and senior level students. The course will consist of a wide variety of topics based on the specific needs or aspirations of the individual students. The course may be repeated for credit. Independent learning is designed to provide an opportunity to develop proficiency in specific areas under the direct supervision of the professor. Prerequisite: Permission of the department chairperson.

May be scheduled to permit the offering of topics of current interest and special workshops.

This course is designed to review the TExES competencies for the PPR.  Sessions emphasize test content and test-taking strategies.  The seminar is required of EC-6 and 4-8 certifiers.  Lab fee.

A course designed for junior and senior level students. The course will consist of a wide variety of topics based on the specific needs or aspirations of the individual students. The course may be repeated for credit. Independent learning is designed to provide an opportunity to develop proficiency in specific areas under the direct supervision of the professor. Prerequisite: Permission of the department chairperson.

May be scheduled to permit the offering of topics of current interest and special workshops.

Student teaching will consist of observation and teaching experiences for a semester. Conferences are arranged with the instructor. Transportation to and from the teaching assignment is the responsibility of the student. Lab fee.

This course focuses on the development of human beings from birth to adolescence, with respect to physical, emotional, cognitive, and social development.  Major theories of child development are explored.

This course focuses on general principles of curriculum development and assessment (including the state assessment system), with emphasis on planning, writing, and implementing effective lessons in alignment with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS).  The course addresses working with special populations.  Prerequisites:  Successful completion of EDUC 3315/3320, meeting the standards in the Department of Education interview, and satisfying the Basic Skills requirement.

Student teaching will consist of observation and teaching experiences for a semester. Conferences are arranged with the instructor. Transportation to and from the teaching assignment is the responsibility of the student. Lab fee.

Secondary student teaching requires a minimum of ten (10) weeks of full days with experience in each of two teaching fields for which certification is sought. Group and individual conferences are scheduled with the instructor. Transportation to and from student teaching assignments is the responsibility of the student. Prerequisite: See Prerequisites for Student Teaching in this catalog. Lab fee.

This course includes classroom and behavior management techniques as well as approaches to encouraging parental involvement. Emphasis is given to guidelines for working with various populations in schools. Preventive, supportive, and corrective behavior management techniques are explored. Prerequisites: Successful completion of EDUC 3315/3320, meeting the standards in the Department Interview, and satisfying the Basic Skills Requirement.

This course focuses on general principles of curriculum development and assessment (including the state assessment system), with emphasis on planning, writing, and implementing effective lessons in alignment with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS).  The course addresses working with special populations.  Prerequisites:  Successful completion of EDUC 3315/3320, meeting the standards in the Department of Education interview, and satisfying the Basic Skills requirement.

Building on the understanding of the lesson model from Curriculum Design I, this courses explores response to intervention, content-specific methodologies (for math and science), and in-depth study of working with special populations.  Prerequisite – EDUC 4316 or 4328, Curriculum Design I.  Lab fee.

Student teaching shall consist of five weeks of full days in observation and teaching experiences in classrooms grades elementary. Lab fee.

Student teaching shall consist of five weeks of full days in observation and teaching experiences in classrooms throughout the middle level. Lab fee.

Student teaching shall consist of five weeks of full days in observation and teaching experiences in classrooms secondary level. Lab fee.

The State of Texas requires pre-service teachers to acquire multiple hours of field experience working with student on public school campuses prior to student teaching.  In this course, students are placed with an elementary, middle level, or high school mentor teacher for 80 hours of classroom interaction and involvement.  The course also involves research and written reflection.  Lab fee.

A course designed for junior and senior level students. The course will consist of a wide variety of topics based on the specific needs or aspirations of the individual students. The course may be repeated for credit. Independent learning is designed to provide an opportunity to develop proficiency in specific areas under the direct supervision of the professor. Prerequisite: Permission of the department chairperson.

May be scheduled to permit the offering of topics of current interest and special workshops.

Student Teaching shall consist of five weeks of full days in observation and teaching experiences in classrooms grades elementary. Lab fee.

Student teaching shall consist of five weeks of full days in observation and teaching experiences in classrooms middle level. Lab fee.

Student teaching shall consist of five weeks of full days in observation and teaching experiences in classrooms secondary level. Lab fee.

A course designed for junior and senior level students. The course will consist of a wide variety of topics based on the specific needs or aspirations of the individual students. The course may be repeated for credit. Independent learning is designed to provide an opportunity to develop proficiency in specific areas under the direct supervision of the professor. Prerequisite: Permission of the department chairperson.

May be scheduled to permit the offering of topics of current interest and special workshops.

Student Teaching will consist of a half-semester observation and teaching experience in the lower grades (Early Childhood-3). Students will begin student teaching the first day of the district to which they are assigned. Group and individual conferences are arranged with the University Supervisor. Students are required to attend regularly scheduled seminars throughout the semester. Transportation to and from the teaching assignment is the responsibility of the student. Lab fee.

Student teaching will consist of a half-semester observation and teaching experience in the upper grades (4-6). Group and individual conferences are arranged with the University Supervisor. Students are required to attend regularly scheduled seminars throughout the semester. Transportation to and from the teaching assignment is the responsibility of the student. Lab fee.

Student teaching will consist of a half-semester of observation and teaching experience in the lower middle level. Students will begin student teaching the first day of the district to which they are assigned. Group and individual conferences are arranged with the University Supervisor. Students are required to attend regularly scheduled seminars throughout the semester. Transportation to and from the teaching assignment is the responsibility of the student. Lab fee.

Student teaching will consist of a half-semester of observation and teaching experience in the upper middle level grades. Group and individual conferences are arranged with the University Supervisor. Students are required to attend regularly scheduled seminars throughout the semester. Transportation to and from the teaching assignment is the responsibility of the student. Lab fee.

Student teaching will consist of a half semester of observation and teaching experience in the lower secondary level. Students will begin student teaching the first day of class for the district to which they are assigned. Group and individual conferences are arranged with the University Supervisor. Students are required to attend regularly scheduled seminars throughout the semester. Transportation to and from the teaching assignment is the responsibility of the student. Lab fee.

Student teaching will consist of a half-semester of observation and teaching experience in higher secondary level. Group and individual conferences are arranged with the University Supervisor. Students are required to attend regularly scheduled seminars throughout the semester. Transportation to and from the teaching assignment is the responsibility of the student. Lab fee.

Student teaching will consist of observation and teaching experiences for a semester. Conferences are arranged with the instructor. Transportation to and from the teaching assignment is the responsibility of the student. Lab fee.