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CTIS 1133 - FOUNDATIONS OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS
This course provides an introduction to computer hardware, software and networks, hardware and software needs assessment, and the societal impact of technology. Basic competency in office productivity applications and the use of the Internet for research provides an information systems grounding for students in business, education, humanities, and the behavioral, natural, and social sciences.
Credits: 3
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CTIS 2133 - DATA MANAGEMENT ANALYSIS
This course uses raw data in spreadsheets and databases to produce actionable information to drive management decisions. The course will focus on the data management resources available in standard spreadsheet and database packages.
Credits: 3
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CTIS 2233 - DATA MANAGEMENT AND ANALYSIS
This course uses raw data in spreadsheets and databases to produce actionable information to drive management decisions. The course will focus on the data management resources available in standard spreadsheet and database packages. Course is only offered through extended education site.
Credits: 3
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CTIS 2333 - BUSINESS ANALYTICS I
This course uses raw data in spreadsheets and databases to produce actionable information to drive management decisions. The course will focus on the data management resources available in standard spreadsheet and database packages.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: None
Credits: 3
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CTIS 3603 - ACCOUNTING INFORMATION SYSTEMS
This course provides the groundwork for creating, analyzing, and managing an accounting information system in a variety of technological environments with added emphasis on utilizing appropriate software packages that are prevalent in the industry. Cross-listed with ACTG 3603.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: BUSI 2233
Credits: 3
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CTIS 3613 - DATABASE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
This course is designed to teach the use of data management systems as well as the design of databases for proper storage of data and meaningful retrieval of information. Modern database models and database management systems will be used.
Credits: 3
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CTIS 3653 - WEB DEVELOPMENT
This course introduces students to the web development process addressing the needs of both the business and external end users. It includes front-end scripting, back-end programming, and integration of both with a database.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: None
Credits: 3
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CTIS 3733 - APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT I
This course is designed to teach Application Development from a programming perspective. One of a variety of current languages is used based on the decision of the instructor, with approval from the department chair. The main purpose of this course is to teach students basic programming logic. Basic computer proficiency is required to take this course. This course is cross-referenced with MATH 3733.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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CTIS 3743 - APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT II
A continuation of CTIS 3733. This course is designed to teach more advanced concepts in Application Development. The same programming as was used in CTIS 3733 will be used in this course so as to provide continuity, but also to allow for the study of more advanced topics such as arrays, tables, data sorting, and hashing algorithms.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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CTIS 3773 - SYSTEMS ANALYSIS METHODS
This course is an introduction to the process of analyzing and subsequently developing computer systems. The course covers the methods and the management of resources for developing computer systems. Coverage includes all phases of the system life cycle from conception to final disposal.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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CTIS 3803 - INTRODUCTION TO DATABASES AND SQL
This course develops skills needed to structure databases and generate SQL (Structured Query Language) queries for the purpose of creating, modifying, and querying multi-table databases and producing analytical output useful for analysis and decision making.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: CTIS 2133 and ACTG 3603
Credits: 3
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CTIS 3823 - WEB PAGE DESIGN
This course is designed to prepare the student for the design of pages and sites on the World Wide Web. Included will be techniques for designing effective, aesthetically-pleasing, and user-friendly interfaces by applying proper color coordination and easy to understand navigational techniques.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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CTIS 3833 - COMPUTER NETWORKING
This course is designed to introduce the student to technical and management aspects of computer networking. The architectural design of computer networks including standards, topologies, protocols, hardware, software, and communication media will be presented.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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CTIS 3843 - SOFTWARE & HARDWARE CONCEPTS
This course is designed as a survey of current upper level computer topics such as operating systems, programming languages, application software, and computer hardware. This course will concentrate more on the relationship of hardware and system software and their separate functions as they are integrated into systems and subsystems. As a side benefit, this course will serve as a foundation for those desiring certification.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: CTIS 3733
Credits: 3
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CTIS 3853 - MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS
This course addresses the basics of information technology, information systems, and the management of information systems. Students apply abstract and systems thinking skills to design and implement an information system. Many course elements are completed in teams using online collaboration tools.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite:
Credits: 3
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CTIS 4003 - SPECIAL TOPICS CTIS
Selected topics in Computer Technology and Information Systems will cover particular topics and areas of interest as determined by the department. These will be predicated on current events and general interest.
Prerequisites & Notes
Department chair approval required
Credits: 3
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CTIS 4023 - KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT
This course presents the principles and application of Knowledge Management (KM), providing a management and implementation approach for creating a KM program that supports organizational goals. The course is based on the American Productivity and Quality Center’s (APQC) KM Framework and leads to a rigorous certification exam.
Credits: 3
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CTIS 4103 - INFORMATION RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
This is a seminar course that provides a broad overview of the management of information systems. Particular attention will be given to planning, organizing, and controlling user services, as well as the management of the development and implementation processes.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: BUSI 3203.
Credits: 3
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CTIS 4113 - INFORMATION SYSTEMS PLANNING
This course covers financial, technical, and strategic information systems planning processes. It emphasizes the relationship of the information systems planning process with overall business goals, policies, plans, management styles and industry conditions.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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CTIS 4153 - E-COMMERCE
The concepts, strategies, and applications involved in e-commerce and direct marketing are studied. The applications used in direct marketing today will be examined, including direct mail, direct response advertising, telemarketing, catalogs, and broadcast.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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CTIS 4203 - GLOBAL INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Global information systems focuses on the role of information systems (IS) in global business organizations and the challenges of building IS to enable global operations. Topics include why businesses need IS in order to operate globally, barriers to building and maintaining global IS, the tension between company-wide information needs and the unique needs of some local business units, challenges in working on global project teams, and strategies and techniques for deploying global IS.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: BUSI 3853 for business majors; none for those not majoring in business
Credits: 3
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CTIS 4213 - WEB PROGRAMMING
This course is a continuation of Web Development. This course reinforces the web development process addressing the needs of both the business and external end users. It includes Perl, PHP, and JavaScript web programming.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: None
Credits: 3
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CTIS 4903 - INTERNSHIP IN MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS
This class provides supervised work experience in an organization delivering on-the-job training in management information systems. The intern will be supervised by a faculty mentor and a supervisor in the organization, and will report work experience through written and verbal reports to the faculty mentor.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: , Junior standing and at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA.
Credits: 3
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CTIS 4913 - APPLIED SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT PROJEC
This is a practicum course that allows the student to use all of the skills learned in earlier courses for systems analysis, data storage and retrieval, application, development, and data communications. This course is conducted so that the instructor serves as the project manager, while the student is the technician developing a real-world system.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: CTIS 3733
Credits: 3
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ECED 2131 - FIELD STUDY 1
In this course, students will be placed in a K-12 setting within Polk County Public Schools to complete tasks in the field that are directly tied to Florida teaching Accomplished Practices and Competencies and Skills. This course is designed to allow students multiple opportunities to observe the K-12 setting (approximately 30 hours) and participate in low-level classroom tasks in the K-12 setting. The College of Education will work cooperatively with Polk County Public Schools to place students in schools/classrooms according to the students’ major/grade level preference. As part of the course requirements, students must pass the General Knowledge Test (GKT) and provide documentation to the College of Education before the end of the course. This course is Pass/Fail.
Prerequisites & Notes
Co-requisite: EDUC 2133 Introduction to Education
Credits: 1
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ECED 2433 - THE CHILD: DEVELOPMENT OF YOUNG CHILD: CONCEPTION TO AGE 10
Provides an in-depth understanding of the development aspects of the young child from conception to age eight. Examines implications for curriculum.
Credits: 3
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ECED 2513 - LANG LITER-BSD CUR DEVEL PRESCHOOL
This course studies the development of practices that integrate skills and content across the curriculum, and facilitates the development of effective language acquisition and oral expression. Special attention is placed on the identification and creation of developmentally appropriate curriculum materials which promote positive self-concept, self-esteem, and pro-social interaction in the four domains of development (cognitive, social/emotional, physical, and spiritual). Included are explorations of activities which develop thinking skills, and which provide exploration, discovery, and cooperative learning.
Credits: 3
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ECED 2523 - METHODS OF TEACHING PRESCHOOL CHLDN
This course is an introductory overview of the methods of teaching all content areas in the preschool setting, including emergent mathematics, science, literacy, social sciences, and language arts skills. Included is an emphasis upon developmentally appropriate integrated practices, materials, and diagnostic and evaluation techniques.
Credits: 3
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ECED 2533 - PRACTICUM FOR PRESCHOOL EDUCATION
This course makes provision for students to participate in all activities and duties generally expected of a pre-school education instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECED 3003 - CHILDREN’S LITERATURE AND DEVELOPMENT
This course investigates children’s literature emphasizing developmentally appropriate instructional practices. Attention is placed on understanding psychological, social, emotional, and cognitive development as they correlate to motivating students to interact with literature.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 2233
Credits: 3
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ECED 3173 - TEACHING MATHEMATICS PREK/ELEMT SCHOOL
Emphasis is on teaching mathematics in elementary schools through the use of appropriate methods, materials, and evaluation techniques. Current issues, strategies and trends in mathematics are reviewed. Integrated field experiences are included.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 2123, EDUC 3713
Credits: 3
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ECED 3213 - METHODS OF TEACHING PREK-3 LANGUAGE ARTS AND FINE ARTS
This course examines elements of research-based language arts curricula in the elementary school setting. Emphasis is placed on integrating Fine Arts into developmentally appropriate instructional practices in listening, speaking, reading, writing, viewing, and visually representing.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 3413
Credits: 3
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ECED 3323 - CHILDREN’S LITERATURE FOR PREK/PRIM
This course is a study of developmentally appropriate integrated curriculum and practices for motivating students to interact with literature including the preparation of learning activities for the Pre-K/Primary classroom.
Credits: 3
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ECED 3351 - FIELD STUDY 2
In this course, students will be placed in a K-12 setting within Polk County Public Schools to complete tasks in the field that are directly tied to Florida teaching Accomplished Practices and Competencies and Skills. This course is designed to allow students multiple opportunities to observe and interact with teachers and students in the K-12 setting (approximately 45 hours) and participate in classroom tasks such as using data to drive lesson planning, parent communication, and classroom management planning in the K-12 setting. The College of Education will work cooperatively with Polk County Public Schools to place students in schools/classrooms according to the students’ major/grade level preference. As part of the course requirements, students must pass the Professional Education Test (PEd) and provide documentation to the College of Education before the end of the course. This course is Pass/Fail.
Prerequisites & Notes
Co-requisite: EDUC 3353 Empowering ESOL Teachers
Credits: 1
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ECED 4123 - EARLY CHILDHOOD CLASSROOM/ BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT
This course is designed to help in the identification of developmentally appropriate models and strategies for guiding, disciplining, and managing children’s behavior, development of intrinsic motivation in children and conflict resolution among children, and in identification of environmental influences on the behaviors of young children from all cultures and familial situations.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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ECED 4221 - FIELD STUDY 3
In this course, students will be placed in a K-12 setting within Polk County Public Schools to complete tasks in the field that are directly tied to Florida teaching Accomplished Practices and Competencies and Skills. This course is designed to allow students multiple opportunities to observe and interact with teachers and students in the K-12 setting (approximately 60 hours) and participate in classroom tasks such as using data to drive lesson planning, parent communication, and classroom management planning in the K-12 setting. The College of Education will work cooperatively with Polk County Public Schools to place students in schools/classrooms according to the students’ major/grade level preference. As part of the course requirements, students must pass the Subject Area Exam (SAE) and provide documentation to the College of Education before the end of the course.
Prerequisites & Notes
GKT, PED, and COE acceptance
Credits: 1
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ECED 4423 - METHODS OF TEACHING PREK-3 SCIENCE
This course helps students master basic science concepts and skills represented in four domains: Science Knowledge, Science Process Skills and Creative Thinking in Science, Attitudes and Values in Science, and Science Applications and Technology. The course includes integration of physical education, health, nutrition, and safety, and their relationships to the growth and development of the child and the learning process. The Florida Next Generation Sunshine State Standards of Science for grades K-6 form the core content for the course.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 3133
Credits: 3
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ECED 4912 - STUDENT TEACHING
This course provides five seminar-style opportunities for student teachers to examine the experiences they are concurrently having in the full-time student internship in the K-12 setting. Seminars are designed to respond to the immediate needs of the student teachers and offer support, encouragement, and insights into the teaching process and profession. Guest speakers will play an important role in enriching the program and providing first-hand experiences from the classroom and administrative levels.
Prerequisites & Notes
Acceptance into Internship
Credits: 12
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EDUC 1000 - GKT MATH STUDY SKILLS
This course is a remedial class that is mandatory for students majoring in Education who have not passed the math portion of the General Knowledge Test (GKT). Passing the GKT is a requirement for teacher certification in Florida.
Credits: 0
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EDUC 1013 - LANGUAGE ARTS FOR EDUCATORS
This course is a study of specific language arts skills required for K-12 teachers by the FLDOE competencies and skills and national/state/district content standards.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: Declared Education Major
Credits: 3
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EDUC 1023 - MATH AND SCIENCE FOR EDUCATORS
This course is a study of specific math and science content skills required for K-12 teachers by the FLDOE competencies and skills and national/state/district content standards.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: Declared Education Major
Credits: 3
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EDUC 1040 - EDUCATION SEMINAR
This course is a study and implementation of ongoing FLDOE requirements for pre-service teachers. Included are studies of contemporary issues in education and how Christian educators should implement and respond to such. This seminar is offered every fourth year in the spring semester.
Credits: 0
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EDUC 1041 - EDUCATION SEMINAR
This course is a study and implementation of ongoing FLDOE requirements for pre-service teachers. Included are studies of contemporary issues in education and how Christian educators should implement and respond to such. This seminar is offered every fourth year in the spring semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 1
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EDUC 1050 - EDUCATION SEMINAR
TBD
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EDUC 1051 - EDUCATION SEMINAR
This course is a study and implementation of ongoing FLDOE requirements for pre-service teachers. Included are studies of contemporary issues in education and how Christian educators should implement and respond to such. This seminar is offered every fourth year in the fall semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 1
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EDUC 1060 - EDUCATION SEMINAR
This course is a study and implementation of ongoing FLDOE requirements for pre-service teachers. Included are studies of contemporary issues in education and how Christian educators should implement and respond to such. This seminar is offered every fourth year in the spring semester.
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EDUC 1061 - EDUCATION SEMINAR
This course is a study and implementation of ongoing FLDOE requirements for pre-service teachers. Included are studies of contemporary issues in education and how Christian educators should implement and respond to such. This seminar is offered every fourth year in the spring semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 1
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EDUC 1070 - EDUCATION SEMINAR
This course is a study and implementation of ongoing FLDOE requirements for pre-service teachers. Included are studies of contemporary issues in education and how Christian educators should implement and respond to such. This seminar is offered every fourth year in the fall semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 0
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EDUC 1071 - EDUCATION SEMINAR
This course is a study and implementation of ongoing FLDOE requirements for pre-service teachers. Included are studies of contemporary issues in education and how Christian educators should implement and respond to such. This seminar is offered every fourth year in the fall semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 1
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EDUC 1080 - EDUCATION SEMINAR
This course is a study and implementation of ongoing FLDOE requirements for pre-service teachers. Included are studies of contemporary issues in education and how Christian educators should implement and respond to such. This seminar is offered every fourth year in the fall semester.
Credits: 0
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EDUC 1081 - EDUCATION SEMINAR
This course is a study and implementation of ongoing FLDOE requirements for pre-service teachers. Included are studies of contemporary issues in education and how Christian educators should implement and respond to such. This seminar is offered every fourth year in the spring semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 1
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EDUC 1090 - EDUCATION SEMINAR
This course is a study and implementation of ongoing FLDOE requirements for pre-service teachers. Included are studies of contemporary issues in education and how Christian educators should implement and respond to such. This seminar is offered every fourth year in the fall semester.
Credits: 0
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EDUC 1091 - EDUCATION SEMINAR
This course is a study and implementation of ongoing FLDOE requirements for pre-service teachers. Included are studies of contemporary issues in education and how Christian educators should implement and respond to such. This seminar is offered every fourth year in the fall semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 1
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EDUC 2123 - CONTENT AND INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN FOR EDUCATORS
This course focuses on the principles of effective instructional design and delivery in the K-12 setting. The course will cover models of effective teaching, Florida’s Educator Accomplished Practices, disciplines of writing lesson and unit plans, and state-adopted content standards (Common Core State Standards). Assessment and differentiated instruction will be covered.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 2133
Credits: 3
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EDUC 2131 - FIELD STUDY 1
In this course, students will be placed in a K-12 setting within Polk County Public Schools to complete tasks in the field that are directly tied to Florida teaching Accomplished Practices and Competencies and Skills. This course is designed to allow students multiple opportunities to observe the K-12 setting (approximately 30 hours) and participate in low-level classroom tasks in the K-12 setting. The College of Education will work cooperatively with Polk County Public Schools to place students in schools/classrooms according to the students’ major/grade level preference. As part of the course requirements, students must pass the General Knowledge Test (GKT) and provide documentation to the College of Education before the end of the course.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 2133
Credits: 1
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EDUC 2133 - INTRODUCTION TO EDUCATION
This course is a study of the nature and character of American education and how it has been influenced by our social structure, social values, and history. Contemporary issues in education are explored to help provide the student with an understanding of the social foundations of education. The course also includes an orientation to teacher and educational clinical programs, introduction to subject area competencies, professional skills and competencies, benchmarks for the pre-professional level of accomplished practices for teachers, and the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 3
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EDUC 2233 - EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY
This course is a study of student diversity, the principles and philosophy of human growth and development, motivation and learning theory, and how these are applied to teaching. Included are introductions to intelligence theories, cultural issues, instructional approaches, learning taxonomies, motivation, and different assessment tools.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 2133
Credits: 3
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EDUC 3003 - CHILDREN’S LITERATURE AND DEVELOPMENT
This course investigates children’s literature emphasizing developmentally appropriate instructional practices. Attention is placed on understanding psychological, social, emotional, and cognitive development as they correlate to motivating students to interact with literature.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: Declared Education Major
Credits: 3
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EDUC 3123 - TEACHING PRINCIPLES & PRACTICE
This course focuses on principles underlying successful teaching including lesson design, instructional organization and development, instructional objectives, communication skills, and motivational skills. Students will learn the following six models of teaching: presenting and explaining, direct instruction, concept teaching, cooperative learning, problem-based instruction and classroom discussion.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: EDUC 2133, EDUC 2233
Credits: 3
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EDUC 3133 - ASSESSMENT OF LEARNERS
This course focuses on the educational levels and needs of all students, including exceptional, culturally and/or linguistically diverse, and at-risk students. Standardized achievement tests, diagnostic/prescriptive tests and curriculum-based assessments are included. Use of test results in program planning is emphasized.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 2123 or MUSC 2503
Credits: 3
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EDUC 3143 - TEACHING BIOLOGY IN SECONDARY SCH
This course is a study and utilization of the methods on teaching biology in secondary schools. Emphasis is on the use of appropriate strategies, materials, and evaluation techniques. Current issues, approaches, and trends in biology are reviewed.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 2123
Credits: 3
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EDUC 3243 - TEACHING SOCIAL SCIENCE IN SEC SCH
This course is a study of the objectives, organization of materials, teaching methods, development of content, and evaluation procedures for teaching social science in the secondary school (6-12). Emphasis is on effective teacher behaviors in areas of instructional organization and development, presentation of subject matter, and verbal/nonverbal communication as supported by the domain base of the Florida Performance Measurement System.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 3123
Credits: 3
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EDUC 3313 - TEACHING MATH IN MIDDLE GRADES
This course is an analysis of content, objectives, instructional methods and materials appropriate for teaching mathematics in the middle grades, with attention given to diverse cultural backgrounds and special learning needs of adolescents. Focus is on long and short-range planning, individualization of instruction, enrichment activities, critical thinking skills, student-centered instruction, ethical behavior, and appropriate assessment techniques. This course includes field-based experiences.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 3123
Credits: 3
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EDUC 3323 - TEACHING MATH IN SECONDARY SCHOOL
The focus of this course is on goals formulation, unit planning, instructional methods, resources selection, and evaluation procedures. Modern techniques and methods of teaching mathematics in secondary schools (6 – 12) are presented. Special emphasis is placed on the developmental nature of a mathematics program, on concepts rather than process, on long and short-range planning, on independent thinking, and on developing an understanding of the number system. Application of theoretical understanding and skills is achieved through micro-teaching lessons. This course includes field-based experiences.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 2123
Credits: 3
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EDUC 3351 - FIELD STUDY 2
In this course, students will be placed in a K-12 educational setting to complete tasks in the field that are directly tied to Florida’s Accomplished Practices, Competencies, and Skills for Teachers. This course is designed to allow students multiple opportunities to observe and interact with teachers and students in K-12 settings (approximately 45 hours) and to participate in classroom tasks such as using data to drive lesson planning, parent communication, and classroom management planning. The College of Education will work cooperatively with schools to place students according to the students’ major/grade level preference. As part of the course requirements, students must pass the Professional Education Test (PEd) and provide documentation to the College of Education before the end of the course. This course is Pass/Fail.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 2131
Credits: 1
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EDUC 3353 - EMPOWERING ESOL TEACHERS:OVERVIEW
This course is an overview of curriculum, instructional methods and materials, testing and evaluation, and cross-cultural communication processes and linguistic principles as related to instructing English Language Learners (ELLs) in the K-12 classroom
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 2123
Credits: 3
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EDUC 3373 - LANGUAGE & TECHNOLOGY OF SECONDARY MATH
This course provides prospective teachers an opportunity to develop concepts, skills, and instructional procedures for integrating a variety of instructional strategies into a mathematics classroom. Topics include the use of manipulatives, technology, and effective communication practices for teaching in secondary mathematics.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 2123, MATH 2144
Credits: 3
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EDUC 3413 - INTRODUCTION TO READING
This course examines various approaches for pre-reading and reading instruction. The course focuses on reading as an interactive process of four cueing systems. Concepts for teaching reading across the curriculum are studied: philosophical strategies, reading skills, characteristics of good and poor readers, emergent literacy, basic diagnosis and assessment, phonics, writing/reading methods, whole language applications, literature approaches, basal reader programs, content reading, attitudes, and management.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 2133
Credits: 3
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EDUC 3423 - DIAG/ASMNT/EVAL OF READING (WI)
This course highlights formal and informal means of evaluations with emphasis on diagnosing reading ability, prescribing for instruction, administering assessment, interpreting measurement terms and data, and maintaining records.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 3413
Credits: 3
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EDUC 3433 - TEACHING GENERAL SCIENCE MIDDLE GRD
An analysis of content, objectives, instructional methods and materials appropriate for teaching science in the middle grades, with attention given to diverse cultural backgrounds and special learning needs of adolescents. Focus is on long and short-term planning, individualization of instruction, enrichment activities, critical thinking skills, ethical behavior and appropriate assessment techniques.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 3123
Credits: 3
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EDUC 3503 - INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY
This course is designed to develop skills and techniques needed for the selection, utilization, and production of classroom instructional materials and for application and integration of educational technology and media to all areas of the curriculum, appropriate to students’ developmental level.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 2123
Credits: 3
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EDUC 3523 - TEACHING READING IN CONTENT AREAS
This course will provide students with strategies and tools for becoming a facilitating and reflective practitioner, teaching reading across content areas and helping students discover that content area learning is made richer when reading, writing, speaking, and listening are taught together. Particular emphasis will be placed on a balanced approach to reading, specific reading and comprehension strategies for content reading, the role of reflection in helping students to think critically, reading for diverse students, and the use of appropriate texts and media.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 2123 or MUSC 2503
Credits: 3
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EDUC 3533 - TEACHING SOCIAL SCIENCE MIDDLE GRDS
This course is a study of the set of objectives, organization of materials, pedagogy, development of content, and evaluation procedures for teaching Social Science in the middle schools. Emphasis is on effective teacher behaviors in areas of long and short-range planning, incorporating Florida’s Sunshine State Standards, instructional organization and development, presentation of subject matter, and verbal/nonverbal communication as supported by the domain base of the Florida Performance Measurement System. The course involves field-based experiences.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 2123
Credits: 3
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EDUC 3623 - CURRICULUM INSTRUCTIONAL DSGN K-12
This course is the study of planning, developing, and evaluating curriculum and general methods of instruction relevant to grades K-12. Focus is on an overview of school organization and administration with an understanding of the role of the teacher, instructional planning, developmentally appropriate student activities, and assessment in relation to the total school program.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 2123
Credits: 3
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EDUC 3653 - TEACHING ENGLISH IN SECONDARY SCH
This course is a study of strategies, techniques, materials, technology, and current research used in the teaching of English concepts to secondary (6-12) students. Students will review the traditional and contemporary standards involved in teaching English at the secondary school level, develop an awareness of the professional resources, materials, technology and information available for teachers, and prepare unit and lesson plans with related assessment procedures on a variety of topics.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 2123
Credits: 3
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EDUC 3663 - LITERATURE FOR SECONDARY TEACHERS
This course is a study of specific literature typically taught in secondary schools and aligned to the FLDOE competencies and skills and national/state/district adopted content standards.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 2233
Credits: 3
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EDUC 3713 - INTEGRATION OF FAITH AND EDUCATION
This course is designed to assist educators in effectively and legally integrating their Christian faith into school and classroom settings.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: EDUC 2233
Credits: 3
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EDUC 3923 - TEACHING ENGLISH IN MIDDLE GRADES
An analysis of content, objectives, instructional methods and materials appropriate for teaching English in the middle grades, with attention given to diverse cultural backgrounds and special learning needs of adolescents. Focus is on long and short-term planning, individualization of instruction, enrichment activities, critical thinking skills, ethical behavior and appropriate assessment techniques.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 3123
Credits: 3
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EDUC 4023 - CROSS-CULTRL COMM & UNDERSTANDING
Awareness and understanding of major cultures with emphasis on cross-cultural communication and understanding and meeting the special needs of student PK-12 from diverse cultural backgrounds including those who have limited English proficiency. Integrated field experiences are included.
Credits: 3
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EDUC 4033 - ESOL CURRICULUM & MATERIALS DEVELOP
Focus on designing and evaluating various models of ESOL curricula, and selecting and using appropriate content, instruction methods, and materials for PK-12 students according to levels of English proficiency.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 3533
Credits: 3
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EDUC 4043 - APPLIED LINGUISTICS (ESOL)
This course is a practical approach to teaching English to speakers of other languages. The course includes topics such as general linguistics, language theory, principles of language acquisition, and techniques for teaching and assessing K-12 ELL students. Special attention is given to the linguistic components of English, namely phonology, morphology, semantics, syntax, discourse, and pragmatics.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 3353
Credits: 3
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EDUC 4063 - METHODS OF TEACHING ESOL
The study of methods and techniques of teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) across the curriculum in PK-12, focusing on incorporation of language Arts content standards and linguistic development.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 3533
Credits: 3
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EDUC 4221 - FIELD STUDY 3
In this course, students will be placed in a K-12 setting within Polk County Public Schools to complete tasks in the field that are directly tied to Florida teaching Accomplished Practices and Competencies and Skills. This course is designed to allow students multiple opportunities to assume some of the responsibilities of teachers in the K-12 setting (approximately 60 hours) and participate in classroom tasks such as teaching lessons across the curriculum, analyzing and using data to drive lesson planning, parent communication, and classroom management implementation in the K-12 setting. The College of Education will work cooperatively with Polk County Public Schools to place students in schools/classrooms according to the students’ major/grade level preference. As part of the course requirements, students must pass the Subject Area Exam (SAE) and provide documentation to the College of Education before the end of the course.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 3351
Credits: 1
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EDUC 4223 - CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT ELEMENTARY
This course is the study of developmentally appropriate models and strategies for guiding, disciplining, and managing student behavior, including developing intrinsic motivation, refining conflict resolution skills, and identifying environmental influences on behaviors of students from all cultures and familial situations.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 3123
Credits: 3
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EDUC 4373 - TEACHING SECONDARY MATHEMATICS
The focus of this course is on unit planning, instructional methods, resource selection, and evaluation procedures. Modern techniques and methods of teaching mathematics in secondary school (6 – 12) are presented with attention given to diverse learners and special learning needs. Application of theoretical understanding and skills is achieved through micro-teaching lessons.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 2123, MATH 2144
Credits: 3
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EDUC 4433 - BEHAVIOR AND CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT SECONDARY
This course is the study of models and strategies of behavior management appropriate for specific populations of students in accordance with human development milestones. The course covers student attributes of behavior, including response to interventions, age-appropriate discipline, intrinsic versus extrinsic motivation, conflict resolution, culture, and demographics. The course includes methodology for managing a learning environment utilizing research-based best practices in education.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 3351
Credits: 3
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EDUC 4623 - MUSIC/ART/CREATIVE EXPRESSIONS
This course is a study of the child’s creative expression through music, art, drama, movement and play through the use of developmentally appropriate thematic curriculum and practices that give prospective teachers a knowledge of critical reflection, teaching techniques, methods, and materials.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 3123, EDUC 3713
Credits: 3
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EDUC 4900 - PRACTICUM
In this course, students will be placed in a K-12 setting within Polk County Public Schools to complete tasks in the field that are directly tied to Florida teaching Accomplished Practices and Competencies and Skills. This course is designed to allow students multiple opportunities to observe the K-12 setting (approximately 30, 45, or 60 hours) and participate in low-level classroom tasks in the K-12 setting. The College of Education will work cooperatively with Polk County Public Schools to place students in schools/classrooms according to the students’ major/grade level preference. As part of the course requirements, students must pass a portion of the Florida Teacher Certification Exam (FTCE) and provide documentation to the College of Education before the end of the course.
Credits: 0
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EDUC 4903 - CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT SECONDARY
This course is the study of various models and strategies for effective secondary (6-12) school classroom management. It provides identification of cultural variations in the classroom, the nuances of working with ELL students, the impact of cultural variations on student behavior and attitudes, the examination of the legal requirements for teachers in the Florida Child Abuse Law, a review of general methods of teaching, and a review of generic teaching competencies.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: EDUC 3123 TEACHING PRINCIPLES & PRACTICE
Credits: 3
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EDUC 4912 - STUDENT TEACHING
This course provides five seminar-style opportunities for student teachers to examine the experiences they are concurrently having in the full-time student internship in the K-12 setting. Seminars are designed to respond to the immediate needs of the student teachers and offer support, encouragement, and insights into the teaching process and profession. Guest speakers will play an important role in enriching the program and providing first-hand experiences from the classroom and administrative levels.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: EDUC 4433, ELED 4333, ESED 4533 or MUSC 4223
Credits: 12
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ELECTIVE ACCOUNTING - 3 Hrs. - ACCOUNTING ELECTIVE
Electives in Accounting. See audit for information.
Credits: 3
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ELECTIVE ART - VISUAL ART ELECTIVE
See degree audit for information.
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ELECTIVE ART & DESIGN - ART & DESIGN ELECTIVE - 3 Hours
3 Hour Art and Design Elective
Credits: 3
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ELECTIVE ART & DESIGN - ART & DESIGN ELECTIVE - 3 Hours
3 Hour Art and Design Elective
Credits: 3
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ELECTIVE ART & DESIGN - ART & DESIGN ELECTIVE - 3 Hours
3 Hour Art and Design Elective
Credits: 3
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ELECTIVE BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE - BEHAVIOR SCIENCE ELECTIVE 3 Hrs.
Behavioral Science Elective. See Degree Audit for more information.
Credits: 3
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ELECTIVE BIBLE - BIBLE ELECTIVE
See Degree Audit for more information.
Credits: 3
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ELECTIVE BIBLICAL LANGUAGE - 3 HRS
SEE DEGREE AUDIT FOR INFORMATION.
Credits: 3
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ELECTIVE BIOL - BIOLOGY ELECTIVE
Select a Biology Course with its corresponding lab:
Credits: 4
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ELECTIVE BRITISH LIT - BRITISH LITERATURE ELECTIVE
Select one of the following:
Credits: 3
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