Covers health education issues in middle grades as well as means of incorporating other areas of humanities and technology into social studies instruction. Field experience and observation are integral parts of this course. Field experience is an integral part of this course. ED 262 Secondary Curriculum 3 CR Explores national and state curriculum standards for grades seven to twelve. Philosophical, psychological and practical implementation of curriculum in the secondary classroom is emphasized.
Students develop subject specific curriculum appropriate to secondary disciplines.
ED 264 Secondary Methods 3 CR Examines various methods of instruction applicable to all academic areas. Philosophical, psychological and practical implications for instruction process learning and cooperative learning are discussed and practiced. Commercial software is demonstrated and criteria for the evaluation of educational software discussed. CR Focuses on the practical acquisition and application of knowledge of substance abuse prevention education and promotion of wellness. 3 CR Designates new or occasional courses that may or may not become part of the department's permanent offerings.