MDC InterAmerican Campus


EDUCATION COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
B C E G I M O P R S T Z

EDE 4XXX	Integrated Language Arts and Social Sciences	3 credits
This course provides an overview of current methods of Instruction in Language Arts and Social Sciences, with emphasis on the writing process, and strategies to make curriculum accessible to divers students including those with various disabilities and LEP students. Practical experience in curriculum, instruction, and assessment will be provided. Address specific Sunshine State Standards, Educators Accomplished Practices, and pedagogy pertinent to the specific disciplines required for certification, and the Council for Exceptional Children’s content Standards for all Beginning Special Education teachers are addressed. Minimum 20 hours structured field experience required. (3 hr. lecture)
EDE 4304	Integrated Mathematics and Science	3 credits
This course provides theoretical and practical frameworks for teaching math and science K-12, using approaches to accommodate learning needs of LEP students and students with various disabilities. Provides practical methods for integrating math and science concepts into curriculum areas. Address specific Sunshine State Standards, subject matter competencies and pedagogy pertinent to the disciplines required for certification, as well as the Educators Accomplished Practices in this course. The Council for Exceptional Children’s content Standards for all Beginning Special education teachers are addressed. Minimum 20 hours structured field experience required. (3 hr. lecture)
EDF 1005	Introduction to Education	3 credits
The principles of education with emphasis on the social, historical, and philosophical foundations of public education. This course considers conflicting views, their bases and implications. It meets teacher certification requirements in the area of sociological foundation. (3 hr. lecture)
EDF 1949	Co-op Work Experience 1: EDF	3 credits
This is a course designed to provide training in a student’s field of study through work experience. Students are graded on the basis of documentation of learning acquired as reported by student and employer. Prerequisite: Co-op Department approval. Students will be assigned specific course prefixes related to their academic major prior to registration. All students must contact the Co-operative Education Office to obtain registration approval. (3 hr. lecture)
EDF 2060	American Education in Transition	3 credits
The major areas of change and potential change are reviewed with emphasis on the present and future. topics include finance, management, public attitudes, instruction, curriculum, and the role of the teacher. The course is designed to provide teachers and prospective teachers with insight concerning the direction American education is currently taking. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing. (3 hr. lecture)
EDF 3214	Human Development and Learning	3 credits
This course is designed to cover principles of learning theories and student development and their application to teaching/learning. Self-concept, motivation, specific language and cultural needs, teaching and learning styles, learning abilities and disabilities, as well as views of intelligence and assessment. Opportunities are provided to analyze teaching/ learning situations and develop multiple strategies of instructional delivery. Emphasis is placed on the interaction between the role of the teacher and the needs of students at various developmental ages and stages. A minimum of 20 hours of observation/ instructional intervention specifically related to principles of learning and development are required Prerequisites: DEP 2000 or PSY 2012 (3 hr. lecture)
EDF 4430	Measurements, Evaluations, and Assessment in Education	3 credits
This course is designed to study principles of traditional and Alternative assessment strategies, including behaviorist, constructivist, and transpersonal measures. Topics include ensuring equity with authentic assessments, rethinking assessment and its role in supporting educational reform, integrating assessment and instruction in ways that support learning, reporting assessment results and assessing the learner's progress appropriately. In addition, the course will highlight acquiring an understanding interpreting data and using data to improve student achievement. Finally, the course will enable the match of instructional strategies to the learner's cognitive, social, linguistic, emotional, and physical needs. These competencies are based in part on the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices. (3 hr. lecture)
EDG 1700	Introduction to Multicultural Education	3 credits
Introduction to Multicultural Education is an educational foundations course drawn heavily from Social Sciences to introduce important multicultural concepts that serve the dual function of providing motivation and content. (3 hr. lecture)
EDG 2701	Diverse Population	3 credits
This course assesses the breadth and complexity of America’s diverse student population. The course focuses on both theoretical and practical knowledge. As part of this course the students will complete the state-mandated fifteen (15) hour diverse population field experience component. (3 hr. lecture)
EDG 2943	Educational Service Field Work	3 credits
Designed to give participants various educational experiences in the schools under the supervision of professional personnel. The student is expected to log a total of 40-120 hours doing paraprofessional-type work in the school setting and may work at any level of instruction. May be repeated for credit. (1-3 hr. lecture)
EDG 3410	Classroom Management and Communication K-12	3 credits
This course covers the basic skills and knowledge needed to develop practical strategies and techniques to create a positive And cooperative classroom climate for maximum learning. The course emphasizes organization and management of multiple learning environments and multiple approaches to instructional delivery. This includes alternative instructional strategies such as, but not limited to, collaborative learning, peer tutoring, linked course and coordinated studies learning communities. In addition, the course stresses the influence of environmental factors on behavior, the accountability of students for their own behavior, and an analysis of the legal and ethical issues pertaining to positive behavioral management strategies and disciplinary actions. Finally, the course emphasizes the cognitive, linguistic, affective, and cultural needs of individual students so that teachers may design safe and appropriate instructional settings. A minimum of 10 hours of observation/ teaching specifically related to principles of learning and development are required. These competencies are based in part on the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices. Prerequisites: EDF 3214 (3 hr. lecture)
EEC 1000	Introduction to Early Childhood Education	3 credits
Introduction to Early Childhood Education is the first in a sequence of four courses in Early Childhood Education. The major areas of study include: Early Childhood history, societal and family influences on young children, child growth and development, techniques of observing and recording behavior, techniques of guiding behavior, recognition of and dealing with physical child abuse, characteristics of quality programs and teachers. (The modules on child development, guiding behavior, and physical child abuse satisfy H.R.S. requirements as mandated by the State of Florida.) EEC 1000 combines three hours per week in the college classroom with a supervised field experience of at least forty hours per semester. Prerequisite: Must earn a grade of “C” or better. (3 hr. lecture)
EEC 1200	Early Childhood Curriculum 1	3 credits
. Early Childhood Curriculum 1 is the second in a sequence of four courses in Early Childhood Education. EEC 1200 enables students to understand how appropriate curriculum planning aids in the advancement of children’s social, emotional, physical and intellectual development. The specific curriculum areas of Social Studies, Self-Concept Development, Math, Language and Literacy are covered along with play, room arrangement, scheduling, classroom management, and lesson planning. (The modules on anti-bias curriculum and age appropriate activities satisfy H.R.S. requirements as mandated by the State of Florida.) EEC 1200 combines three hours per week in the college classroom with a supervised field experience of at lease 40 hours per semester. Prerequisite: EEC 1000, must earn a grade of “C” or better. (3 hr. lecture)
EEC 1311	Early Childhood Curriculum 2	3 credits
Early Childhood Curriculum 2 is the third in a sequence of four courses in Early Childhood Education. The course enables students to understand how appropriate curriculum planning aids in the advancement of children’s social, emotional, physical and intellectual development. The specific curriculum areas of Science, Cooking, Health, Safety and Nutrition, and Art, Music and Movement are included along with motor development, play, and creativity. The course will emphasize fostering effective family/school relationships. (The modules on age appropriate activities and sexual child abuse satisfies H.R.S. requirements as mandated by the state of Florida.). This course combines three hours per week in college classroom with a supervised field experience of at least 40 hours per semester. Prerequisite: EEC 1000, must earn a grade of “C” or better. (3 hr. lecture)
EEC 1500	Infant and Toddler Development	3 credits
Infant and Toddler Development is a course designed for Early Childhood professionals who want to expand their knowledge of the very young child. The course will focus on the physical, emotional, cognitive and social growth of the child from birth to age three. It will explore the characteristics of quality child care environments and the qualities appropriate for adults who care for infants/toddlers in group settings. (3 hr. lecture)
EEC 2002	Operation of an Early Childhood Facility	3 credits
A study of the facilities, equipment, and program planning, using educational objectives and lesson plans in the preschool; an overview of exceptional children; supervised field experience. Prerequisite: EEC 1000 or 1200; must have a grade of “C” or better. (3 hr. lecture)
EEC 2202	Program Development in Early childhood Education	3 credits
Program Development in Early Childhood Education is the fourth in a sequence of four courses in Early Childhood Education. The course is primarily concerned with the investigation of effective Early Childhood programming and includes the major areas of the learning environment, disadvantaged children, federal and state programs, special needs and at risk children, current model programs, rules and regulations, and professionalism. Assessment of children and reporting of progress will be examined. The course will emphasize the fostering of effective family/school relationships. (The module on rules and regulations satisfies H.R.S. requirements as mandated by the State of Florida.) The course combines three hours per week in the college classroom with a supervised field experience of at least 40 hours per semester. Prerequisite: EEC 1000, must earn a grade of “C” or better. (3 hr. lecture)
EEC 2935	Special Topics in Early Childhood Administration	3 credits
Special Topics in Early Childhood Administration is a course designed for administrators of programs for young children. It provides current information about child care management and establishes a meaningful support group where administrators can discuss their specific problems under the guidance of an early childhood professional. The course explores such topics as effective supervision, behavior management, regulations, in-service teacher training, conferencing with staff and parents, record keeping, legal concerns, financial concerns, and community resources. (3 hr. lecture)
EEX 2000	Introduction to Special Education	3 credits
A survey designed to familiarize prospective teacher aides, assistants, parents, and teachers with the educational, social, physical, and psychological bases of children’s exceptional needs. These include: giftedness, physical limitations, visual and hearing impairments, mental retardation, emotional disturbances, learning disabilities, and communication disorders. (3 hr. lecture)
EEX 3010	Nature and Needs of Exceptional Student Education K-12	3 credits
This course is designed to familiarize the student with the etiology, terminology, categories, prevalence, behaviors, characteristics, and pedagogical approaches of exceptional students, with the expectations that all students have learning strengths. Students will demonstrate Educator Accomplished Practices in this course. The Council for Exceptional Children’s Content Standards for All Beginning Special Education Teachers are addressed. Minimum 20 hours structured field experience is required. (3 hr. lecture)
EEX 4261	Curriculum/Instructional Strategies for Students with Disabilities K-5	3 credits
This course focuses on specialized methods for the creation of instructional curricula and appropriate pedagogic methods for students with disabilities in grades K-5. The development of curricula and the use of instructional approaches that correspond to the capabilities and styles of the various learners will be emphasized. This course meets the guidelines of the Educators Accomplished Practices, and incorporates The Council for Exceptional Children’s Content Standards for all Beginning Special Education Teachers. A minimum 20 hours of structured field experience required. Prerequisites: EDF 3214, EEX 3010 (3 hr. lecture)
EEX 4262	Curriculum/Instructional Strategies for Students with Disabilities 6-12	3 credits
This course focuses on specialized methods for the creation of instructional curricula and appropriate pedagogic methods for students with disabilities in grades 6-12. The development of curricula and the use of instructional approaches that correspond to the capabilities and styles of the various learners will be emphasized. This course meets the guidelines of the Educators Accomplished Practices, and incorporates The Council for Exceptional Children’s Content Standards for all Beginning Special Education Teachers. A minimum 20 hours of structured field experience required. Prerequisites: EDF 3214, EEX 3010 (3 hr. lecture)
EEX 4604	Effective Behavioral Intervention and Practices in Exceptional Student Education of Exceptional Students	3 credits
This course is designed to familiarize students with the educational management of exceptional learners. Emphasis is on behavior practices and consultation skills leading to student managing their own behavior. Strategies to create and maintain safe, healthy environments for leaning in exceptional and inclusive classrooms are presented. Students will demonstrate Educators Accomplished Practices in this course. The Council of Exceptional Children’s content Standards for all Beginning Special education teachers are addressed
EEX 4940 / EEX 4940	Student Teaching/ Exceptional Student Internship K-12	12 credits
The internship program provides students about to enter the field with direct experience in classroom grades K-5 over a supervised extended period of the 14-week in the semester. This experience prepares the individual for their first position in the field along with continued attention to and application of discrete skills needed for State of Florida Teacher Certification. The Educator Accomplished Practices are incorporated as well as the Council for Exceptional Children’s Content Standards for All Beginning Special Education Teachers. There is a seminar component to this course and students are required to develop and maintain a portfolio.
EEX 4XXX	Integrative Assistive Technology	3 credits
This course is designed to familiarize students with the use and adaptations of technology to meet the educational needs of learners with disabilities including severe physical and cognitive impairments. Familiarity with technology interventions applicable to specific disabilities will be gained through the use and adaptation of a variety of technologies. Students will demonstrate Educators Accomplished Practices in this course. The Council of Exceptional Children’s content Standards for all Beginning Special education teachers are addressed. (3 hr. lecture)
EME 2040	Introduction to Educational Technology	3 credits
This course is an applications and theory course designed to familiarize students with various technologies and their uses in education. Prerequisite: EDF 1005. (3 hr. lecture)
EDP 2080	Comparative European Education	3 credits
A study of the social, historical, and cultural factors which have made for the differential development of educational institutions and organizations in Europe. Emphasis on the French education system, with attention to other European countries and the United States. Visits to local French educational institutions. Given in English. Level 1. Offered through Overseas Study Program. (3 hr. lecture)
EDP 2949	Co-op Work Experience 2: EDF	3 credits
This is a course designed to continue training in a student’s field of study through work experience. Students are graded on the basis of documentation of learning acquired as reported by student and employer. Prerequisite: Co-op Department approval and completion of 1949 Co-op Work Experience. Students will be assigned specific course prefixes related to their academic major prior to registration. All students must contact the Co-operative Education Office to obtain registration approval. (3 hr. lecture)