Course Descriptions


Education (EDU) Courses

EDU 101 Teacher Assistant I (3-0) 3 credits

This course is designed to help prepare para-professionals to assist certified teachers in the education of children. Students will develop the instructional techniques necessary to function as a teacher assistant, gain an understanding of the functioning of a school system, and explore current trends in education.  View Course Syllabus Adobe Acrobat, PDF


EDU 102 Teacher Assistant II (3-0) 3 credits

This course is designed to continue to prepare para-professionals to assist certified teachers in the education of children. Students will develop the instructional techniques necessary to function as a teacher assistant, gain an understanding of the functioning of a school system, and explore current trends in education.  View Course Syllabus Adobe Acrobat, PDF


EDU 200 Foundations of American Education (3-0) 3 credits

This course is a study of the historical, philosophical, social and cultural forces on education in America. Students will use foundational analysis to problem solve within the field of education. This is the first course for students who are interested in teaching as a career. Students will explore a variety of teaching settings and best practices. Prerequisites: EDU 101 or FYS 135 or HPE 187.  View Course Syllabus Adobe Acrobat, PDF


EDU 210 Schools in America: Organization and Issues (3-2) 4 credits

The course focuses on the dynamics of the school setting and on the interaction between and among students, teachers, administrators, families and others in the community. Topics covered in this course include: diversity, current issues, curriculum, and school structures. This course includes thirty hours of guided observation field experience in the K-12 school setting. Prerequisites: EDU 200.  View Course Syllabus Adobe Acrobat, PDF