2005-2006 Undergraduate Catalog

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Education Foundations

EDFN 120  LOGO. 1
An introduction to computer programming with the LOGO language. Students will gain practical experience programming graphics, music, interactive-text and math processing, and will be exposed to classroom materials appropriate for elementary students.
 
EDFN 338  FOUNDATIONS OF AMERICAN EDUCATION. 1-2
A survey of the goals, history, organization, and philosophy of pre-K – 12 American education, with emphasis on teaching as a profession; contemporary issues and practices, legal and ethical responsibilities, and attributes of effective teachers.
 
EDFN 365  COMPUTER-BASED TECHNOLOGY & LEARNING. 2-3
Prepares students to integrate computers into the curriculum by exploring the evolving uses and expectations of technology as a teaching and learning tool. Course objectives based on ISTE standards. Admission to Teacher Education.
 
EDFN 366  TEACHING USING VIDEO CONFERENCING. 1
An introduction to distance teaching methods, including designing lessons, best practices, and classroom management for distance education classrooms. Emphasis is on videoconferencing classrooms and online learning. Admission to Teacher Education.
 
EDFN 465  MULTIMEDIA & WEB DEVELOPMENT IN EDUCATION. 2-3
The course addresses the evaluation and utilization of multimedia and hypermedia in educational settings in light of instructional design and cognitive science. Admission to Teacher Education.
 
EDFN/SOC 475  HUMAN RELATIONS. 3
Focuses on characteristics, contributions, and strengths of a pluralistic society; various cultural perspectives and specific information about cultures; the dehumanizing impact of biases and negative stereotypes; and the human relations approach to teaching. Admission to Teacher Education.
 

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