Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education - Math (Grades K-8)

• Foundations of Education
  
  Students will study the historical, philosophical, and sociological influences which have shaped American education, the issues faced by educators today, and the challenges of the future which await persons now entering the teaching profession.
  
  

• ANumerical systems, operations, properties and theories
  
  A foundational course covering the structure of numeration systems and ways of representing numbers, numerical operations and properties of the real number system, and the principles of number theory.
  
  
• Introduction to Probability and Statistics
  
  A study of elementary theories of probability, distribution, and testing of statistical hypotheses. Practical experience is provided in the application of statistical methods.
  
  
• Finite Mathematics
  
  Topics in finite mathematics are the focus of this course, including elementary matrix algebra, linear systems, and an introduction to probability.
  
  
• College Geometry
  
  A course in the technique of construction and the procedure of proofs of common geometric figures, particularly adapted to the needs of future teachers of high school mathematics.
  
  
• Technology in the Mathematics Curriculum
  
  A study of the use of computers, calculators, and graphing utilities in the mathematics classroom, with an emphasis on problem solving. Educational hardware and commercial software are introduced.
  
  
• Math PRAXIS Preparation
  
  Arithmetic, basic algebra, geometry and Measurement, functions and their graphs, data probability, statistical concepts, discrete Mathematics, and problem-solving exercises are the topics covered to prepare students for the PRAXIS test Middle School Mathematics.
  
  
• Mathematics in the Elementary School
  
  Emphasis is on the development of a problem-solving process and unifying principles. Teaching strategies, examination of secondary school curricular materials and classroom experience will be included.
  
  
• Mathematics Capstone
  
  This course provides a structured way to organize facts, information, and ideas from the math content area. Theoretical concepts from the major will be discussed by critically analyzing and evaluating ideas relating to a practical application process.
  
  

• Educational Psychology
  
  This course provides a thematically arranged study of the theories and principles of psychology that have influenced instructional practices. Behavioral and cognitive approaches to learning, motivation, and instruction are explored.
  
  
• Instructional Technology
  
  Emphasis is given to the selection, separation, evaluation, and utilization of various simple media elements as well as computer networking, multimedia, interactive video, and the Internet.
  
  
• Educating Learners with Diverse Needs
  
  This course is a survey of the unique learning needs of exceptional students. A Writing-Intensive course.
  
  
• English Linguistics
  
  This course is designed to familiarize students with emergent language, early linguistic development, and the fundamentals of linguistic theory, including the morphological, phonological, and syntactic structure of the English language as well as pragmatics, semantics, and issues in first and second language acquisition.
  
  
• SEI English Language Teaching: Foundations and Methodologies
  
  Through this course the historical, legal, theoretical, and sociological foundations of programs of instruction for non-English language background students are presented.
  
  
• Curriculum and Methods: Science
  
  This course is designed to acquaint the elementary teacher with the curriculum and effective techniques for the teaching of science.
  
  
• Curriculum and Methods: Mathematics
  
  The student is involved in the formulation of programs for the individual child to teach the theory and practice of elementary mathematics.
  
  
• Curriculum and Methods: Literacy: Reading/ Language Arts
  
  This is a school-centered practicum (to include decoding) designed to provide prospective teachers with teaching experience in reading over the length of one semester in a regular school classroom.
  
  
• Curriculum and Methods: Social Studies
  
  This course is designed to assist the elementary teacher with methods of instruction, unit and daily lesson plan construction, materials and resources available, and current developments in the field.