EDUC - Education

This one hour course will explore a variety of children’s literature across various genres. Among the topics addressed are major works, writers, and illustrators and the distinctive genres and their characteristics.

This course is an introduction to trauma and trauma-informed care as it relates to P-12 student development and learning. Students will explore the nature of trauma and how it impacts executive function development. Students will learn strategies and methods to create a welcoming and safe classroom environment where P-12 students can develop executive functioning skills allowing them to engage in the learning environment.

The term literacy generally refers to reading and writing skills. This one-hour course examines “digital literacy,” a term that extends beyond traditional reading and writing to include a variety of modes of communication. Using a multi-literacies perspective, this course provides students the opportunity to explore ways to prepare learners to thrive in a constantly evolving technological landscape. We will examine ISTE standards, including ways to support the empowered learner, digital citizen, knowledge constructor, innovative designer, computational thinker, creative communicator, and global collaborator.

Designed specifically for education majors, this course is an introduction to educational technology used in contemporary schools. Emphasis is placed on interactive boards, computers, and web applications. This course examines the integration of 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-centered activities and increasing teacher productivity.

This course is an introduction to working with children and youth. The content is organized around the following clusters: educational systems in Texas, ethics, professionalism, and the ultimate intent for students to discover their calling and to embrace the unique work that they are called to do in the world.  

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 will address the needs of students served in special education.

This three-hour course explores a variety of children’s literature across various genres. Among the topics addressed are major works, writers, and illustrators - and the distinctive genres and their characteristics, as well as determining appropriate selection of books for specific populations and purposes. Class time includes reading and sharing quality children’s literature. This course is intended for those working with children and not necessarily certifying to teach.

What is trauma? What is the impact of trauma on the individual? What can communities do to support those impacted by trauma? These questions will be the foundation for the knowledge, skills, and dispositions students will gain in this course. The course will cover historical, generational, and developmental trauma. Students will explore how trauma impacts self-regulation, increases risk-taking behaviors, and contributes to a decline in mental and physical health. Students will learn about resiliency factors contributing to post-traumatic growth and well-being despite traumatic events. Last, students will demonstrate their readiness to serve their community by applying universal and foundational trauma-response interventions in response to community need.

The term literacy generally refers to reading and writing skills. This three-hour course examines “digital literacy,” a term that extends beyond traditional reading and writing to a variety of modes of communication. Using a multi-literacies perspective, this course provides you an opportunity to explore literacy in a constantly evolving technological landscape. The course explores skills, trends, and issues in information and digital literacy that will benefit individuals in any career pathway. We will examine legislation related to digital communication as well as how information science has evolved in the 21st century.

This course is a study of the causes and characteristics of emotional and behavioral disorders in students from early childhood through adolescence. Classroom and behavior management strategies for maintaining a positive learning environment are considered along with strategies for preparing individuals to live cooperatively and productively in society, social skills needed for educational and functional living environments, and strategies for crisis prevention and intervention.  Lab/field experience is required. This course will address the needs of students served in special education.

This course is designed to review the TExES competencies for the PPR for some students pursuing certificates involving one-hour capstones. Sessions emphasize test content and test-taking strategies. Registration requires permission from the Dean of the COE.

This course is designed to review the TExES competencies for the PPR. Sessions emphasize test content and test-taking strategies.

This course focuses on the development of human beings from birth to adolescence, with respect to the interrelated nature of the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social growth of individuals. Major theories of child development are explored including those of Piaget and Vygotsky. The course does not satisfy any requirements for students majoring in Psychology.

This course surveys various child and adolescent populations and their varied needs, with emphasis on diversity and the influence of culture on behavior and learning. Terminology, characteristics, educational procedures, informal assessment, and requirements under federal, state, and local guidelines are addressed, as well as multiculturalism, technology, and professional collaboration related to diversity. This course will address the needs of students served in special education, ESL, and programs for Gifted and Talented.

This field based course is a study of the materials, methods, and fundamental principles necessary to teach math and science based upon the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). As a field based course, students are expected to design and participate in learning activities both in the field and in the UMHB classroom. This course will address the needs of students served in special education. Prerequisite: EDUC 4328

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. Preventive, supportive, and corrective behavior management techniques are explored. 

Prerequisites:  Successful completion of EDUC 3315, meeting the standards in the College of Education interview, and satisfying the Academic Proficiency standards.

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, meeting the standards in the College of Education interview, and satisfying the Academic Proficiency requirement.

This course addresses the assessment challenges facing today’s educator. Included are portfolio assessment for teachers, diagnostics and corrective reading practices utilizing literature in the classroom, elements of early literacy acquisition, and other areas of proficiency with current state emphasis.

For students pursuing the B.S. in Educational Advocacy, this course provides an opportunity to serve for 70 or more hours in a setting aligned with their focus of study.  For those certifying to teach, the state of Texas requires pre-service teachers to acquire multiple hours of field experience working with students on public school campuses prior to student teaching. Students certifying as teachers are placed with an elementary, middle-level, or high school mentor teacher for 70 or more hours of classroom interaction and involvement. The course also involves research and written reflection. Lab fee.

Student teaching and observation in a public school setting for the first half of the semester.

Student teaching and observation in a public school setting for the second half of the semester.