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EDUCATION

EDUCATION
 
ED 101 — Orientation to Education (3)

Introduces the roles and responsibilities of both the paraeducator and the classroom teacher. Recognizing the importance of communication and teamwork in the instructional environment, the course covers legal and ethical issues that might be encountered in the classroom, instructional support strategies that might be implemented by paraeducators, universal health and safety procedures. The student will be introduced to the design of learning environments that encourage active participation in individual and group settings. (10 hours field work required.) Components: Lecture  Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours).

ED 102 — Child and Adolescent Development (3)

Acquaints the student with the cognitive, social, moral, language, motional, and physical development of children and adolescents. Students will develop an understanding of how these theories are applied in the modern classroom. (10 hours fi eld work required.) Components: Lecture Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours).

ED 103 — Introduction to Special Education (3)

An introductory course designed for all paraeducators. Th e student will be introduced to methods on the creation of a learning environment, basic classroom management theories, key principles and practices of special education, and the similarities and differences of individuals with and without exceptional learning needs. (10 hours field work required.) Components: Lecture Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours).

ED 104 — Introduction to Behavior Management (3)

Introduces the student to strategies of classroom and behavior management that create a positive learning environment encouraging student self-advocacy, increased independence, and improved communication skills. This course will introduce behavior management strategies that encourage respect and value individual diff erences among children, youth, and adults and how consequences should be used to motivate positive student behavior. Chronic behavior problems will also be addressed. (10 hours field work). Components: Lecture Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours).

ED 105 — Practical Experiences for the Paraeducator (3)

A capstone course for the paraeducator certificate and a component of the Teacher Associate option of the Education AAS degree. Students will complete their certifi cate portfolio in preparation for the Kentucky Paraeducator Assessment or Kentucky Department of Education approved alternative assessment. (150 hours fieldwork). Components: Co-Op, Lecture, Practicum  Lecture: 1 credit (15 contact hours); Practicum/Co-op: 2 credits (150 contact hours). Prerequisites: ED 101 and ED 102 and ED 103 and ED 104 or Consent of Coordinator.

ED 201 — An Introduction to American Education (3)

A practical introduction to the teaching profession is presented for those considering a career in education. Topics include teaching as a profession, major educational philosophies, school reform, trends and issues in education, curriculum, and instruction. A field experience consisting of a minimum of 15 clock hours in approved educational activities is required. Components: Lecture Lecture: 3 hours. Prerequisites: ENG 101 or consent of instructor.

ED 203 — Technology In the Classroom (3)

Provides the student with a fundamental understanding of the uses of microcomputers in instruction and instructional management. Students will explore and experience methods of using multi-media in the classroom, designing web pages, and optimizing the use of current technology to enhance their instructional ability as well as classroom organization. Components: Lecture  Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours). Prerequisites: CIS 100 or equivalent.

ED 240 — Elementary and Middle School Literature (3)

A survey of both traditional and modern literature for children and adolescents. Emphasis is on selection, evaluation, storytelling, and the use of multimedia materials and the media to meet the literary needs and interests of children from preschool through middle school. Fifteen hours of field observation are required. Components: Lecture  Lecture: 3 hours.

ED 270 — Elementary School Literature (3)

A survey of traditional and modern literature for elementary school children. Emphasis is on selection, evaluation, storytelling, and use of multimedia materials and the media to meet the literary needs and interests of children. A field observation requirement of a minimum of fifteen clock hours in an approved educational setting is required. Components: Lecture  Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours). Prerequisites: ENG 101 and ENG 102.

ED 280 — Education Externship/Co-Op (3)

A capstone/portfolio course for the AAS degree in Education, designed to integrate program competencies and curriculum to create a cumulative portfolio which will demonstrate their professional abilities. Students in the teacher preparation option will prepare to take the Praxis I assessment. (150 hours field work). Components: Co-Op, Lecture, Practicum  Lecture: 1 credit (15 contact hours); Practicum/Co-op: 2 credits (150 contact hours).  Prerequisites: All program courses or Consent of Coordinator.

ED 299 — Selected Topics in Education (3)

Various education topics, issues and trends will be addressed. Topics may vary from semester to semester at the discretion of the instructors; course may be repeated with different topics to a maximum of six credit hours.  Components: Lecture  Lecture: varies.  Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.