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School of Education: Courses
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (ECED)
3013 Nature and Characteristics of Early Childhood
Prerequisites: admission to teacher education; EDUC-3213 (may enroll concurrently).
After studying the broad field of Early Childhood in relation to its multiple historical, philosophical and social foundations, the candidate will examine how these foundations influence current thought and practice. After exploring the characteristics of the young child from birth to age eight, the candidate will demonstrate observation techniques and planning skills related to developmentally appropriate practice. The candidate will also reflect on the role of the teacher and ethical considerations of the Early Childhood field. This course includes field experience which is scheduled within the time allotment of the class. (Students whose programs do not require admission to teacher education but require this course will receive credit for CHDV-3013, which cannot be applied to licensure requirements.)
Prerequisite: admission to teacher education; ECED-3013.
After surveying language development and techniques for facilitating that development as it emerges from infancy through the primary years, the candidate will plan and implement methods and activities to encourage the emergence of literacy. The candidate will also develop an understanding of and respect for the sociocultural diversity of literacy development as well as the interrelationships of culture, language, thought and the function of the home language in the development of young children. (Students whose programs do not require admission to teacher education but require this course will receive credit for CHDV-3023, which cannot be applied to licensure requirements.)
4013 Cognitive Skills
Prerequisite: admission to teacher education; ECED-3013. Practicum: 15 hours (ECED-4013P).
The candidate will apply current thought and practice concerning how children learn, from infancy through age eight, including activities surrounding integrated curriculum and the value of play.
4023 Topics in Early Childhood
Prerequisite: admission to teacher education; ECED-3013.
The candidate will describe and apply behavior and guidance theories for the young child from infancy through age eight. The candidate will also demonstrate techniques for planning and implementation of parental involvement, and understanding the children and their families in the context of society. (Students whose degree programs do not require admission to teacher education but require this course will receive credit for CHDV-4023, which cannot be applied to licensure requirements.)
4112 Early Childhood Practicum
Prerequisite: admission to teacher education; ECED-3013; ECED-3023 and ECED-4013. Practicum: 60 hours; ECED 4112P.
This field experience of 60 clock hours, divided between two NAEYC- accredited sites, gives the candidate the opportunity to engage in activities with young children and their families, based on what the candidate has studied in previous or concurrent early childhood coursework.
EDUCATION (EDUC)
Students will be able to communicate with hearing impaired people by using visual-gestural language. The course emphasizes acquisition of receptive and expressive conversational skills through individual demonstration as well as cultural aspects of everyday life experience of hearing impaired people.
3121 Orientation to Teacher Education
Practicum: 33 hours. Prerequisites: ENGL-1123 (grade of C or above); GPA – 2.65.
Other: concurrent enrollment in EDUC-3122.
Prospective candidates will be placed in a public school with a diverse student population to observe instructional classroom management and assessment strategies used by classroom teachers. Students will apply for admission to teacher education and will begin the Teacher Education Documentation Portfolio process required by Oklahoma.
3122 The School in American Culture
Prerequisites: ENGL-1123 (grade of C or above); GPA – 2.65
Other: concurrent enrollment in EDUC-3121.
Prospective candidates will be able to explain the role and contributions of education in a democratic society and to state their personal philosophies of education. Emphasis is placed on history, philosophies and current trends. Course must be completed with a grade of C or better to gain admission to teacher education.
3213 Learning, Instruction and Assessment
Prerequisite: admission to teacher education.
Other: concurrent enrollment EDUC-3422 recommended.
Candidates will be able to relate contemporary theories of learning to instruction and develop skill in planning, instruction, and assessment of student learning. Focus: Oklahoma core curriculum and instructional strategies and plans based in Priority Academic Student Skills (PASS). (Majors in the College of Biblical Studies may enroll with permission of instructor as the only prerequisite.)
3422 Educational Technology
Prerequisite: admission to teacher education.
Other: concurrent enrollment EDUC-3213 recommended.
Candidates will be able to use computers to prepare instructional materials to enhance classroom instruction in other ways. Competence is developed in operating and effectively using equipment and materials commonly used by classroom teachers.
3723 Education of the Exceptional Child
Prerequisite: admission to teacher education.
After surveying various types of exceptionalities found in children and adolescents, candidates will be able to suggest adaptations in classrooms and teaching strategies to meet the needs of PK-12 students who have identified exceptionalities.
4013 Human Relations and Behavior Management
Prerequisite: admission to student teaching; Overall GPA 2.75, Major GPA 3.0.
Other: Concurrent enrollment in EDUC-4133 and student teaching.
Candidates will relate self-image and communications skills to classroom interaction while developing skill in using behavior
management approaches based on discipline models which reflect current thinking. Emphasis is placed on warmth, empathy, and genuineness; cultural diversity issues are addressed by examining case studies and participating in appropriate activities.
4112 Reading in the Content Areas
Prerequisites: EDUC-3213; admission to teacher education. Practicum: 33 hours (EDUC-4412P).
Candidates practice strategies crucial to developing students into independent comprehenders. The course focuses on the
importance of reading in the various content area as central to accessing knowledge.
4133 Critical Issues in Education
Prerequisite: admission to student teaching; Overall GPA 2.75, Major GPA 3.0
Other: concurrent enrollment EDUC-4013 and student teaching.
Candidates demonstrate skill in communicating with students, parents, colleagues, and others in the school community. Emphasis is placed on the role of the teaching profession in curriculum change and school improvement. Candidates will refine skills for planning effective units of instruction and daily lessons and in assessing student learning.
4413 Methods of Teaching Health and Physical Education in Secondary Schools
Prerequisite: EDUC-3213 (PHED-4413); admission to teacher education. Practicum: 33 Hours (EDUC-4413P).
Candidates develop materials for and demonstrate competency in instructional practices and assessment techniques used in health and physical education courses in grades 7-12.
4422 Elementary Music Methods
Prerequisites: EDUC-3213; admission to teacher education.
Methods for teaching general music in the elementary school. Course requirements include 18 hours of field experience. Offered fall semester odd years.
4432 Secondary Instrumental Music Methods
Prerequisites: EDUC-3213; admission to teacher education.
Organization and administration of the instrumental curriculum, including teaching methods and materials for teaching instrumental music at secondary school levels. This course includes 18 hours of field experience. Offered fall semester even years.
4442 Secondary Vocal Music Methods
Prerequisites: EDUC-3213; admission to teacher education.
Methods for teaching vocal music at secondary school levels. This course includes 18 hours of field experience. Offered fall semester even years.
4463 Methods of Teaching Mathematics in Secondary Schools
Prerequisites: EDUC-3213; admission to teacher education. Practicum: 45 hours (EDUC-4463P).
Methods and materials for instruction and evaluation in mathematics at secondary school levels. The course includes a practicum.
4473 Methods of Teaching Social Studies in Secondary Schools
Prerequisites: EDUC-3213; admission to teacher education. Practicum: 45 hours (EDUC-4473P).
Methods and materials for instruction and evaluation in social studies at secondary school levels. The course includes a practicum.
4533 Methods of Teaching Science in Secondary Schools
Prerequisites: EDUC-3213; admission to teacher education. Practicum: 45 hours (EDUC-4533P).
Methods and materials for instruction and evaluation in science at secondary school levels. The course includes a practicum.
4553 Methods of Teaching Language Arts in Secondary Schools
Prerequisites: EDUC-3213; admission to teacher education. Practicum: 45 hours (EDUC-4553P).
Methods and materials for instruction and evaluation in language arts at secondary school levels. The course includes a practicum.
4563 Methods of Teaching Speech in Secondary Schools
Prerequisites: EDUC-3213; admission to teacher education. Practicum: 45 hours (EDUC-4563P).
Methods and materials for instruction and evaluation in speech at secondary school levels. The course includes a practicum.
4618 Student Teaching in the Elementary School
Prerequisite: admission to student teaching; Overall GPA 2.75, Major GPA 3.0.
Other: Concurrent enrollment in EDUC-4013 and EDUC-4133.
Candidates will demonstrate competencies required by Oklahoma for licensure in elementary education during two 6-week assignments in two grade levels in public schools in the Oklahoma City metropolitan area. Each Oklahoma Christian University candidate will be observed and evaluated regularly by a faculty member from the Oklahoma Christian University School of Education. Student teachers will meet weekly with university supervisors.
4718 Student Teaching in the Secondary School
Prerequisite: admission to student teaching; major GPA 3.0.
Other: Concurrent enrollment in EDUC-4013 and EDUC-4133.
Candidates will demonstrate competencies required by Oklahoma for licensure in grades 7 – 12 during two six-week assignments, one in a high school and one in a middle/junior high school, in the Oklahoma City metropolitan area. Each Oklahoma Christian University candidate will be observed and evaluated regularly by an Oklahoma Christian University School of Education faculty member. Student teachers will meet on campus weekly with university supervisors.
4818 Student Teaching in the Elementary and Secondary Schools
Prerequisite: admission to student teaching; Overall GPA 2.75, Major GPA 3.0.
Other: Concurrent enrollment in EDUC-4013 and EDUC-4133.
Candidates will demonstrate competencies required by Oklahoma for licensure in grades K-12. Candidates will be assigned to a secondary school, either junior high/middle or high school, and to an elementary school (Oklahoma City metropolitan area) to complete 6 weeks of student teaching in each. Each Oklahoma Christian University candidate is observed and evaluated regularly by an Oklahoma Christian University School of Education faculty member. Student teachers will meet weekly with university supervisors.
4900 Independent Study in Professional Education
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing; Approval of the Chair of the School of Education.
Assigned reading and reports based on the needs of the individual student.
ELEMENTARY EDUCATION (ELEM)
3233 Literacy I: Early Development of Literacy in Children
Prerequisite: admission to teacher education. Practicum: 15 hours (ELEM-3233P).
Candidates will instruct individual students in a classroom setting. They will construct and present motivating lessons and assess and reflect on student learning. Focus is on the use of early developmental stages of literacy elements, including reading, writing (process, types, grammar, punctuation, spelling, handwriting), literature, listening, speaking, viewing, visually representing, and assessment.
3323 Movement and Fine Arts
Prerequisite: admission to teacher education or concurrent enrollment in EDUC-3121 and EDUC-3122.
Candidates design materials, demonstrate instructional methods, and create activities for integrating movement, art and music, and health and fitness activities into the PK and elementary classroom.
3333 Literacy II: Literacy Strategies for Primary Grades
Prerequisite: admission to teacher education; ELEM-3233.
Other: concurrent enrollment ELEM-3632, ELEM-3733, ELEM-3832; ELEM-3900P.
Candidates will construct and present motivating lessons to small groups and whole classes of primary students in a classroom setting and will assess and reflect on student learning. Focus is on a continuation of development of knowledge, understanding, and use of the early developmental stages of literacy elements. Placement in a public school setting will be included in the scheduling of the class.
3632 Social Studies for Primary Students
Prerequisite: admission to teacher education; EDUC-3213.
Other: concurrent enrollment in ELEM-3333, ELEM-3733, ELEM-3832; ELEM-3900P.
Candidates will rely on current thought and trends in social studies instruction to develop teaching strategies which engage
students in learning and which encourage the development of a multicultural view.
3733 Mathematics for Primary Students
Prerequisites: admission to teacher education; MATH-2913.
Other: concurrent enrollment in ELEM-3333, ELEM-3632, ELEM-3832; ELEM-3900P.
Candidates will apply their knowledge of numeration and their number sense and will be able to use manipulatives in teaching primary students number concepts and basic problemsolving skills. Content emphasis is placed on teaching the four basic mathematical operations.
3832 Science for Primary Students
Prerequisites: admission to teacher education; EDUC-3213.
Other: concurrent enrollment ELEM-3333, ELEM-3632, ELEM-3733; ELEM-3900P.
Candidates will gain knowledge about methods, materials, and experiences that enable them to teach with an awareness and understanding of the impact of science in the world of the primary student. The focus is hands-on instruction for the biological, earth, and physical sciences. A school-based experience is incorporated.
3900P Primary Practicum
Concurrent enrollment ELEM-3333, ELEM-3632, ELEM-3733, ELEM-3832.
A primary grade (K-3) practicum, 60 hours. The focus of the practicum is for the candidate to construct and present lessons in literacy, math, science, and social studies at the primary level. Supervision and assessment of the candidate will be conducted by a university supervisor and the classroom teacher.
4242 Social Studies for Intermediate Students
Prerequisite: admission to teacher education; EDUC-3213.
Other: concurrent enrollment ELEM-4342, ELEM-4433, ELEM-4443; ELEM-4900P.
Candidates will develop teaching strategies, including handson activities that integrate knowledge and methodology from history and social studies and are appropriate for intermediate classrooms. Emphasis is placed on current thought and practice in social studies instruction for teaching students to use a wide variety of research sources to create oral, written and pictorial presentations.
4342 Mathematics for Intermediate Students
Prerequisite: admission to teacher education; MATH-2913.
Other: concurrent enrollment ELEM-4242, ELEM-4433, ELEM-4443; ELEM-4900P.
Candidates will develop strategies for teaching the construction and exploration of estimation strategies. Content emphasis is placed on teaching concepts of measurement, geometry, algebra, statistics, probability, problem solving, reasoning and communication of mathematical connections.
4433 Literacy III: Literacy Strategies for Intermediate Students
Prerequisite: admission to teacher education; ELEM-3333.
Other: concurrent enrollment ELEM-4242, ELEM-4342, ELEM-4443, ELEM-4900P.
Candidates will develop and present motivating lessons to small groups and whole classes of intermediate students in public school classrooms and will assess and reflect on gains in student learning. A school-based, competency-driven experience is incorporated.
4443 Science for Intermediate Students
Prerequisite: admission to teacher education.
Other: concurrent enrollment ELEM-4433, ELEM-4242, ELEM-4342; 4900P.
Candidates will be able to use inductive and deductive strategies involving observation, scientific investigation, interpretation of findings, and communication of results while engaging in hands-on instruction. Biological, earth and physical sciences are viewed as an integrated discipline. A school-based experience is incorporated.
4543 Literacy IV: Assessment strategies for Intermediate Grades 4-8
Prerequisite: admission to teacher education; ELEM-4433.
Practicum: 24 hours (ELEM-4543P).
Candidates will know, understand, and use current thought and practice regarding reading assessment practices and intervention practices such as prescriptive teaching procedures. The candidates will apply the knowledge and understanding gained in a classroom setting with individual, small and whole group situations.
4900P Intermediate Practicum
Concurrent enrollment ELEM-4242, ELEM-4342, ELEM-4433, ELEM-4443.
An intermediate grade (4-5) practicum, 60 hours. The focus of the practicum is for the candidate to construct and present lessons in literacy, math, science, and social studies at the intermediate level. Supervision and assessment of the candidate will be conducted by a university supervisor and the classroom teacher.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION (PHED)
ACTIVITY COURSES
Usually meet 3 hours weekly
1301-1391 Intercollegiate Sports
Instruction, practice and participation in the intercollegiate sports sponsored by the university.
1421 Intermediate Swimming
Instruction and practice in technical skills of swimming for those who have had a beginning course.
Instruction and practice in the fundamentals of tennis.
Instruction and practice in advanced tennis skills.
Instruction and practice in the fundamentals of basketball.
Instruction and practice in the fundamentals of golf.
Instruction and practice in the fundamentals of badminton.
2311 Rhythm Aerobics I
Includes cardiovascular conditioning for the improvement of muscle tone, posture, endurance, flexibility, coordination, balance and agility.
Continuation of Aerobics I with advanced material.
2511 Physical Fitness and Wellness
Planning and participation in effective lifetime fitness programs, including activity participation.
2702 Sports Lab I
Instruction and practice in the activities of golf, soccer/speedball, basketball and weight training. Students who are not physical education majors or minors need permission of the departmental chair to enroll.
Instruction and practice in the activities of badminton, volleyball, tennis and softball. Students who are not physical education majors or minors need permission of the departmental chair to enroll.
4211 Activity Practicum I
Open to physical education majors who are juniors or seniors. The departmental chair must approve enrollment in this class and will assign students to assist in an activity class or related area.
4311 Activity Practicum II
Open to physical education majors who are juniors or seniors. As in 4211, the departmental chair must approve enrollment in this course, as assignments will be made for each student to assist or supervise activities.
4411 Teaching the Disabled Child
Open to all students in the education field. This class allows students to work with physically and mentally disabled students. All work is done within a lab setting involving physical education and recreation skills.
4900 Independent Study in Physical Education
Prerequisites: junior or senior standing and permission of departmental chair.
Varies from actual laboratory work to specific contract assignments in various sports activities. A physical education major may take this course when the departmental chair feels it may be fitted to the student’s needs and interests.
THEORY COURSES
1113 Introduction to Physical Education
Introduces prospective physical education majors to all phases of the field.
2213 Methods of Teaching Health and Physical Education in the Elementary Schools
A comprehensive study of the needs of elementary school children. Specific areas such as identifying and helping children with learning disabilities involving perceptual motor difficulties are studied. Actual laboratory work is involved where new activities and methods of teaching these activities are demonstrated and each student is a participant. The course also includes a study of concepts of teaching children with physical and mental disorders.
2312 First Aid
A study in the immediate care of persons involved in various types of emergencies.
2412 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries
A course designed for students planning to coach varsity sports. Topics include common injuries and types of treatment for which each coach must be prepared. Laboratory work is required.
2512 Wellness Concepts
Videotaped programs designed to provide basic conceptual physical fitness. These programs will help students learn how to do self-tests of fitness and wellness and plan effective lifetime fitness and wellness programs.
2612 Sports Officiating
Instruction and practical experience in officiating various sports, including basketball, baseball, volleyball and football.
3113 Kinesiology
Involves the study of human movement. Many forms of movement are analyzed and correlated with scientific principles of coaching various activities.
3233 Theory of Coaching Basketball
Discussion of both defense and offense. Practical applications such as hiring officials, pre-game situations and personnel problems are studied.
3242 Theory of Coaching Volleyball
The study of all the principles involved in coaching this sport. Techniques in proper officiating as well as rules are discussed.
3252 Theory of Coaching Baseball and Softball
Scientific principles of coaching baseball and softball as well as practical applications. Pre-season and in-season drills are studied.
3262 Theory of Coaching Track and Field
The study of coaching principles in track and field events. Practical study involving the organization and administration of track meets is included.
3313 Tests and Measurements in Physical Education
A study of various measuring or evaluating tools, reasons for evaluating, individual evaluations, educational statistics, etc. This course is designed to give the student better insight in reading research data involving statistical analysis. The course is essential for those students in physical education planning to do graduate study.
4112 Recreational Leadership
A study of leadership qualities needed in the organization and administration of various types of recreational programs.
4113 Organization and Administration of Physical Education
A study of the organization and administration of physical education and athletic programs in the public schools. This is the capstone course for physical education majors as they review and discuss problems and changes in their professional field.
4213 Organization and Administration of Intramurals
A study of the development of intramural sports in this country and the current theories and practices used by intramural programs throughout the nation. Field experience in organizing and administering an intramural program is included.
4313 Physical Education for the Exceptional Child
A study of various types of programs in physical education for the mentally retarded, physically disabled, learning disabled and emotionally disturbed. Lab work is required.
4323 Physiology of Sport and Exercise
A study of various scientific methods of coaching and teaching physical education classes.
4413 Methods of Teaching Health and Physical Education in Secondary Schools
Methods and materials of planning and conducting physical education activities at the middle and high school levels. This course satisfies the professional education requirement, but B.S.E. students should enroll in it as EDUC-4413.
4513 Recreational Activities for the Handicapped
A study consisting chiefly of practical experiences in working with the handicapped in movement and recreational concepts on the OC campus.
Faculty Facts
Dr. Caren Feuerhelm, Professor of Education, was once mistaken for the writer of The Cat in the Hat. She says, "As I was observing a student interacting with young children, one of the five-year-old girls asked me if I was Dr. Seuss." She may not be Dr. Seuss, but Feuerhelm has been published. She wrote "Lifeworld of a Primary Teacher" for the January 2007 issue of the NAECTE Journal.
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