2087 - Art Education (B.S.)
See College of Arts and Sciences.
2236 - Early Childhood: Child and Family Studies (B.S.)
- General Education (see list of approved courses)
- Rhetoric and Composition: Two approved courses in rhetoric and composition (6 hours)
- Mathematics: One approved mathematics course (3 hours)
- Statistics: One approved statistics course (3 hours)
- Natural Sciences: Two approved natural science courses, at least one including a laboratory component (7-8 hours)
- Humanities and Fine Arts: Two approved humanities and fine arts courses, one from fine arts and one from either (6 hours)
- Cultures and Civilizations: Option A: Western Humanities I and II and one approved Non-Western cultures and civilizations course OR Option B: World Civilization I, II, III (9 hours)
- Behavioral and Social Sciences: Early Childhood 340* and one additional approved behavioral/social science course (Criminal Justice 295 recommended) (6 hours)
Major and Related Courses
- Criminal Justice 201 or 295#; English 228; HHP 021 or one HHP activity course; HHP 452, 453; Legal Assistant Studies 245;
- PANM 325, 405; Psychology 340; Sociology 305;
- One course from Psychology 331 or Sociology 425;
- One course from Philosophy 425 or Legal Assistant Studies 471
- Child and Family Studies Core: Early Childhood 241, 242, 243, 245, 340#, 350, 405r, 445, 448;
- Health and Human Performance 135, 451
- Business Management 315
- No more that 6 hours in ECHD 405 may be applied toward the degree. Additional hours will increase the minimum number of hours required for graduation.
- 2.0 average required in all major and related courses.
- Electives to complete 120 hours.
- Minimum of 39 hours of 300 and 400 level courses.
- See additional requirements.
*Also satisfies requirement in the
major.
#Also satisfies general education requirement.
2238 - Early Childhood: Early Childhood Education: PreK-3 (B.S.)
- General Education (see list of approved courses)
- Rhetoric and Composition: Two approved courses in rhetoric and composition (6 hours)
- Mathematics: Mathematics 216* (4 hours)
- Statistics: One approved statistics course (3 hours)
- Natural Sciences: Two approved natural sciences courses, at least one including a laboratory component (7-8 hours)
- Humanities and Fine Arts: History 203 or 204* and one course selected from Art 111, 301; Music 111; Theatre and Speech 111, 115* (6 hours)
- Cultures and Civilizations: Option A: Western Humanities I and II and one approved Non-Western cultures and civilizations course selected from Anthropology 208, Geography 103 or Religion 111; OR Option B: World Civilization I, II, III (9 hours)
- Behavioral and Social Sciences: Political Science 101* and one course selected from Early Childhood 340*; Psychology 101*, 241*; Sociology 215*; Social Work 210* (6 hours)
- The PDS I requirements for this major include Education 317, 323, 309; Early Childhood 345, 446; University Studies 330
- The Community Based Experience (CBE) requirements for this major are associated with specific field placement expectations.
Major and Related Courses
- English 228; History 203# or 204#; Health and Human Performance 302, 330; Mathematics 216#; Political Science 101#; University Studies 330
- One course selected from Art 111, 301; Music 111; Theatre and Speech 111, 115#
- One course selected from Early Childhood 340#; Psychology 101#, 241#; Sociology 215#; Social Work 210#
- One course selected from Anthropology 208#, Geography 103#, Religion 211#
- Early Childhood Education PreK-3 Core:
- Early Childhood 243, 345, 347, 445, 446;
- Education 201, 209, 309, 311, 312, 313, 314, 315, 317, 323, 410, 420, 440;
- University Studies 311, 320, 340
- Two courses selected from Education 318, 319, 415, 416, 425, 428, 430, 435
- For graduation: 2.0 average overall, 2.0 average in College of Health, Education and Professional Studies courses.
- For graduation with licensure: 2.5 cumulative, 2.5 at UTC, 2.5 in education courses with no grade lower than C, 2.5 in content area coursework with no grade lower than C (see advisor/check sheet for specific courses).
- Minimum of 39 hours of 300 and 400 level courses.
- Electives to complete 120 hours.
- See additional requirements.
*Also satisfies requirement in the
major.
#Also satisfies general education requirement.
EARLY CHILDHOOD COURSES (ECHD)
199r Special Projects (1-4)
Individual or group projects. On demand. Maximum credit 4 hours.
241 Child Development and Observation II (3)
Study of growth and development of children from age three to adolescence. Includes ecological aspects and effects on development. Instruction in observation skills and directed participation in observational activities. Field component. Every semester.
242 Adolescent Development (3)
Consideration of adolescent developmental, cognitive, social theories and application for teaching. Understanding of peer culture/subcultures and effects of breakdown of social support systems. Field component. Every semester.
243 Child Development and Observation I (3)
Study of development of children from prenatal period to age eight. Includes ecological aspects and effects on development. Instruction in observation skills and directed participation in observational activities. Every semester. Field component. Corequisite: Early Childhood 243 lab.
245 Introduction to Family Life Programs (3)
An exploration of community and school-based programs that focus on empowering and enhancing individuals and families through education. Includes observational experience.
340 Family Relations: Family Interaction (3)
Family relationships and alliances at each stage of the family life cycle; the family as a small group: role, status, and power interactions of spouses, siblings, and generations; crises and adjustments. Every semester.
345 Management of Early Childhood Environments (3)
A study of the organization and structure of the early childhood classroom environment, communication and interaction with young children, and rationale for guiding behavior. Field component. Prerequisites Education 306, Early Childhood 241.
347 Oral Language and Early Literacy Development (2)
An examination of oral language development in young children and its link to early literacy competencies. The course will focus on issues of speech styles, narrative development, book handling and print-related behaviors as well as the development of other language skills. Fall and spring semesters. Prerequisite: Education 201. Corequisites: Education 309, Early Childhood 445, 446. Field placement required.
350 Communication for Early Childhood Professionals (3)
Responsibilities, ethics, and techniques for the professional in presenting information and materials to the public through radio, newspaper, television, and live performances; general areas of public relations. Every semester. Limited to Early Childhood majors only.
405r Early Childhood Practicum (3-6)
Directed field experience in a selected professional area of early childhood, including a weekly seminar and faculty supervision within an approved institution, agency or business establishment. Written application to department head is required three months prior to the semester in which the student plans to register for the course. Every semester. Prerequisites: senior status in Early Childhood and approval of department head. Maximum credit: 6 hours.
445 Families: Home, School, Community Partnerships (3)
A study of the family system as it assumes the child rearing function and parents the developing child throughout the stages of the family life cycle. Special attention is given throughout to the study of parent-professional, parent-community relationships and skills and approaches for building successful partnerships with families. Includes the study of families with “special” circumstances, and how professionals can be supportive and facilitative. Every semester. Field component.
446 Strategies for Assessing Young Children (3)
Designed to provide an overview of assessment rationale and experiences in administrating a variety of assessments from informal to formal. Field component. Prerequisites: Education 323, Early Childhood 345.
448 Family Resource Management (3)
A study of the managerial functions involved in individual and family systems. The course will include budgeting and financial planning, housing, insurance, credit, savings, decision making, time and stress management, retirement, environmental resources, and taxes.
495r Departmental Thesis
(1-3 hours per term, 4 hours for two terms)
Students must submit an Individual Studies/Research Contract to the Records Office at the time of registration. On demand. See Departmental Honors.
497r Research (1-4)
On demand. Prerequisite: approval of department head. Students must submit an Individual Studies/Research Contract to the Records Office at the time of registration.
498r Individual Studies (1-4)
On demand. Prerequisite: approval of department head. Students must submit an Individual Studies/Research Contract to the Records Office at the time of registration.
499r Group Studies (1-4)
On demand.
2941 - Exceptional Learning K-12 (B.S.)
- General Education (see list of approved courses)
- Rhetoric and Composition: Two approved courses in rhetoric and composition (6 hours)
- Mathematics: Mathematics 214* (4 hours)
- Statistics: One approved statistics course* (3 hours)
- Natural Sciences: One course from Astronomy 102/182, Chemistry 121/123, 125, General Science 111/181, Geology 111/181, Physics 103/183, 119, 230/280
- And one course from Biology 121 or Environmental Science 150* (8 hours)
- Humanities and Fine Arts: Art 301*, and one fine arts course from Music 111 or Theatre and Speech 111* (9 hours)
- Cultures and Civilizations: History 103*, 104*, 105* (9 hours)
- Behavioral and Social Sciences: Political Science 101* and Psychology 101* (6 hours)
- The PDS I requirements for this major include Education 317, 323, 336, 400, 499; Early Childhood 241 or 242, and 445.
Major and Related Courses
- English 228 or 229, Health and Human Performance 302, Early Childhood 445, one course from Psychology 221 or 222 or Early Childhood 241 or 242; University Studies 311, 320, 340
- Art 301 and one course from Music 111 or Theatre and Speech 111#
- History 103, 104, and 105#
- Political Science 101#, Psychology 101#
- Mathematics 214# and one approved statistics course#
- One course from Astronomy 102/182; Chemistry 121/123, 125; General Science 111/181, Geology 111/181, Physics 103/183, 119, 230/280#
- One course from Biology 121 or Environmental Science 150#
Professional Education Requirements
- Education 201, 311, 312, 313, 314, 317, 318, 319, 323, 325, 330, 336, 400
- One course from Education 420 or 423
- Education 425, 426, 430, 435, 445
- For graduation: 2.0 average in College of Health, Education and Professional Studies courses.
- For graduation with licensure: 2.5 cumulative, 2.5 at UTC, 2.5 in education courses with no grade lower than C, and 2.5 in content courses with no grade lower than C.
- Minimum of 39 hours of 300 and 400 level courses.
- Electives to complete 120 hours.
- See additional requirements.
*Also satisfies requirement in the
major.
#Also satisfies general education requirement.
Foreign Language Education: French, Latin, or Spanish (B.S.)
- General Education (see list of approved courses)
- Rhetoric and Composition: Two approved courses in rhetoric and composition (6 hours)
- Mathematics: One approved mathematics course (3 hours)
- Statistics: One approved statistics course (3 hours)
- Natural Sciences: Two approved natural science courses, at least one including a laboratory component (7-8 hours)
- Humanities and Fine Arts: Music 111 or Art 111* and one approved humanities/fine arts course (6 hours)
- Cultures and Civilizations: History 103*, 104* and 105* (9 hours)
- Behavioral and Social Sciences: Psychology 101* and one additional approved social science course (6 hours)
- The PDS I requirements for this major include Education 321, 400, 418, 433, 499 and Early Childhood 242.
Each Foreign Language Education major must complete the requirements for one of the following concentrations.
2526 - Foreign Language Education: French
Major and Related Courses
- Anthropology 208; one course from Art 111 or Music 111#; Computer Science 110 or Education 417; History 103#, 104#, 105#; Early Childhood 241, 242; Psychology 101#; University Studies 340
- One approved Behavioral/Social Science course# and one approved statistics course#
Concentration Requirements
- 27 hours of French including 311, 312, 321, 323, 331, 332, 401, 430 or Foreign Languages 010, and electives to complete 27 hours in French
Professional Education Requirements
- Education 201, 313, 321, 400, 418, 431, 433, 447
2527 - Foreign Language Education: Latin
Major and Related Courses
- Anthropology 208; one course from Art 111 or Music 111#; Computer Science 110 or Education 417; History 103#, 104#, 105#; Early Childhood 241, 242; Psychology 101#; University Studies 340
- One approved Behavioral/Social Science course# and one approved statistics course#
Concentration Requirements
- 23 hours of Latin and Classics including: 201, 202, 310, 312, 350, 351, 425; Classics 310
Professional Education Requirements
- Education 201, 313, 321, 400, 418, 431, 433, 447
2528-Foreign Language Education: Spanish
Major and Related Courses
- Anthropology 208; one course from Art 111 or Music 111#; Computer Science 110 or Education 417; History 103#, 104#, 105#; Early Childhood 241, 242; Psychology 101#; University Studies 340
- One approved Behavioral/Social Science course# and one approved statistics course#
Concentration Requirements
- 27 hours of Spanish including 311, 312, 321, 322, 323 or 325, 331, 401, 430 or Foreign Languages 010, and electives to complete 27 hours in Spanish
Professional Education Requirements
- Education 201, 313, 321, 400, 418, 431, 433, 447
- For graduation: 2.0 average in foreign language and 2.0 average in College of Health, Education and Professional Studies courses.
- For graduation with licensure: 2.5 cumulative average, 2.5 average at UTC, 2.5 average in education courses with no grade lower than C, 2.5 average in content area courses with no grade lower than C.
- Minimum of 39 hours of 300 and 400 level courses.
- Electives to complete 120 hours.
- See additional information.
*Also satisfies requirement in the
major.
#Also satisfies general education requirement.
Middle Grades Education (B.S.)
- General Education (see list of approved courses)
- Rhetoric and Composition: Two approved courses in rhetoric and composition (6 hours)
- Mathematics: Mathematics 216* (4 hours)
- Statistics: One approved statistics course* (3 hours)
- Natural Sciences: Two approved natural sciences courses with laboratories* (8 hours)
- Humanities and Fine Arts: History 204* and one approved fine arts course (6 hours)
- Cultures and Civilizations: Western Humanities I and II (6 hours) and Geography 103* (3 hours)
- Behavioral and Social Sciences: Economics 102* and Political Science 101* (6 hours)
- The PDS I requirements for this major include Education 306, 321, 400, 418, 499r, Early Childhood 242, 445
Each Middle Grades Education major must also complete the requirements for one of the following concentrations and for an area of emphasis other than the selected concentration.
2225 - Middle Grades Education: English
Major and Related Courses
- Economics 102#; English 229 and 410; Health and Human Performance 447; Geography 103#; History 204#; Early Childhood 445; Mathematics 216#; Political Science 101#; University Studies 311 and 320
- One approved statistics course#
- Two approved natural science courses with laboratories#
- One approved fine arts course#
Professional Education Requirements
- Education 201, 306, 321, 400, 418, 423, 446, 450, and Early Childhood 242.
Concentration Requirements (15 hours)
- English 205, 206, 300, one Literature elective for diversity and one additional literature elective.
- Complete requirements for one of the
following areas of emphasis. Note: A student must select an
area of emphasis different from the concentration.
- Mathematics: Minimum 9 hours selected from Mathematics 131, 136, 145, 151/152, 161/162, 212, 307 or maximum of 4 hours Mathematics electives.
- Natural Sciences: Chemistry 121/123 and one course from Astronomy 102/182, Biology 121, 122, Geology 111/181, Physics 103/183, 104/184 (8 hours)
- Social Sciences: Geography 101; History 203; and one course from History 103, 104, 105 (9 hours)
NOTE: Courses used to meet general education or major related requirements may not be used to satisfy concentration and area of emphasis requirements.
2226 - Middle Grades Education: Mathematics
Major and Related Courses
- Economics 102#; English 229 and 410; Health and Human Performance 447; Geography 103#; History 204#; Early Childhood 445; Mathematics 216#; Political Science 101#; University Studies 311 and 320
- Two approved natural science courses with laboratories#
- One approved fine arts course#
Professional Education Requirements
- Education 201, 306, 321, 400, 418, 423, 446, 451, and Early Childhood 242.
Concentration Requirements
- Minimum 15 hours in Mathematics selected from 131, 136, 145, 151/152, 161/162, 212, 307 or Mathematics electives, (maximum of 4 hours of math electives apply to concentration).
- Complete requirements for one of the
following areas of emphasis.
- English: English 205, 206 and one English literature elective (9 hours)
- Natural Sciences: Chemistry 121/123 and one course from Astronomy 102/182, Biology 121, 122, Geology 111/181, Physics 103/183, 104/184 (8 hours)
- Social Sciences: Geography 101; History 203; and one course from History 103, 104, 105 (9 hours)
NOTE: Courses used to meet general education or major related requirements may not be used to satisfy concentration and area of emphasis requirements.
2227 - Middle Grades Education: Natural Sciences
Major and Related Courses
- Economics 102#; English 229 and 410; Health and Human Performance 447; Geography 103#; History 204#; Early Childhood 445; Mathematics 216#; Political Science 101#; University Studies 311 and 320
- One approved statistics course#
- Two approved natural science courses with laboratories#
- One approved fine arts course#
Professional Education Requirements
- Education 201, 306, 321, 400, 418, 423, 446, 454, and Early Childhood 242.
Concentration Requirements
- Biology 121, 122, Chemistry 121/123 and one course from Astronomy 102, Geology 111, Physics 103 or Physics 104
- Complete requirements for one of the
following areas of emphasis.
- English: English 205, 206 and one English literature elective (9 hours)
- Mathematics: Minimum 9 hours selected from Mathematics 131, 136, 145, 151/152, 161/162, 212, 307 or maximum of 4 hours Mathematics electives.
- Social Sciences: Geography 101; History 203; and one course from History 103, 104, 105 (9 hours)
NOTE: Courses used to meet general education or major related requirements may not be used to satisfy concentration and area of emphasis requirements.
2228 - Middle Grades Education: Social Sciences
Major and Related Requirements
- Economics 102#; English 229 and 410; Health and Human Performance 447; Geography 103#; History 204#; Early Childhood 445; Mathematics 216#; Political Science 101#; University Studies 311 and 320
- One approved statistics course#
- Two approved natural science courses with laboratories#
- One approved fine arts course#
Professional Education Requirements
- Education 201, 306, 321, 400, 418, 423, 446, 452 and Early Childhood 242.
Concentration Requirements
- Geography 101, History 103, 104, 105, and 203,
- Complete requirements for one of the
following areas of emphasis.
- English: English 205, 206 and one English literature elective (9 hours)
- Mathematics: Minimum 9 hours selected from Mathematics 131, 136, 145, 151/152, 161/162, 212, 307 or maximum of 4 hours Mathematics electives.
- Natural Sciences: Chemistry 121/123 and one course from Astronomy 102/182, Biology 121, 122, Geology 111/181, Physics 103/183, 104/184 (8 hours)
NOTE: Courses used to meet general education or major related requirements may not be used to satisfy concentration and area of emphasis requirements.
- For graduation: 2.0 grade point average in College of Health, Education and Professional Studies courses.
- For graduation with licensure: 2.5 cumulative grade point, 2.5 grade point average for all UTC course work, and 2.5 grade point average in education courses and content area courses with no grade lower than C.
- Minimum of 39 hours of 300 and 400 level courses.
- Electives to total 120 hours.
- See additional requirements.
*Also satisfies requirement in the
major.
#Also satisfies general education requirement.
3670 and 3672 - Music Education (B.M.)
See College of Arts and Sciences.
2976 - Secondary English (B.S.)
- General Education (see list of approved courses)
- Rhetoric and Composition: Two approved courses in rhetoric and composition (6 hours)
- Mathematics: One approved mathematics course (3 hours)
- Statistics: One approved statistics course (3 hours)
- Natural Sciences: Two approved natural science courses, at least one including a laboratory component (7-8 hours)
- Humanities and Fine Arts: Music 111 or Art 111* and History 203 or 204* (6 hours)
- Cultures and Civilizations: Western Humanities I and II (6 hours) and Anthropology 208* (3 hours)
- Behavioral and Social Sciences: Psychology 101* and one additional approved social science course (6 hours)
- The PDS I requirements for this major include Education 321, 400, 418, 433, 499 and Early Childhood 242.
Major and Related Courses
- History 203 or 204#, and History 323 or 324
- One year of a foreign language at the college level (6-8 hours)
- Anthropology 208#, One course from Art 111 or Music 111#, Computer Science 110 or Education 417, Psychology 101# and one approved statistics course#
Concentration Requirements
- 36 hours English including English 113#, 115#, 205, 206, 229, 300, 307, 361, 370, 410, 460; one elective English course in novel, and one elective English course in literature for diversity.
Professional Education Requirements
- Education 201, 321, 400, 418, 433, 443, 450 and Early Childhood 242
- For graduation: 2.0 cumulative and UTC grade point average, 2.0 grade point average in English, and 2.0 grade point average in College of Health, Education and Professional Studies courses.
- For graduation with licensure: 2.5 cumulative and UTC grade point average, 2.5 in education courses with no grade lower than C, 2.5 in content area courses with no grade lower than C.
- Minimum of 39 hours of 300 and 400 level courses.
- Electives to complete 120 hours.
- See additional requirements.
*Also satisfies requirement in the
major.
#Also satisfies general education requirement.
2980 - Secondary Mathematics (B.S.)
- General Education (see list of approved courses)
- Rhetoric and Composition: Two approved courses in rhetoric and composition (6 hours)
- Mathematics: Mathematics 151/152* (3 hours)
- Statistics: Mathematics 307 or 408* (3 hours)
- Natural Sciences: Physics 230/280* and Physics 231/281* (8 hours)
- Humanities and Fine Arts: Two approved humanities and fine arts courses, one from fine arts and one from either. (6 hours)
- Cultures and Civilizations: Option A: Western Humanities I and II (6 hours) and one approved Non-Western Cultures and Civilizations course (3)
- Behavioral and Social Sciences: Psychology 101 and one approved behavioral/social science course (6 hours)
- The PDS I requirements for this major include Education 321, 400, 418, 433, 499 and Early Childhood 242.
Major and Related Courses
- Computer Science 110 or Education 417, Computer Science 150, Physics 230/280# and 231/281#, Psychology 101#
Concentration Requirements
- Mathematics 151/152#, 161/162, 212, 245, 255, 300, 321, 350, 430, 452 and
- Mathematics 307# plus 9 hours electives in mathematics, OR
- Mathematics 407 and 408# plus 6 hours electives in mathematics
Professional Education Requirements
- Education 201, 321, 400, 418, 433, 443, 451, and Early Childhood 242
- For graduation: 2.0 average in Mathematics and 2.0 average in College of Health, Education and Professional Studies courses.
- For graduation with licensure: 2.5 cumulative average, 2.5 at UTC, 2.5 average in education courses with no grade lower than C, 2.5 average in content area courses with no grade lower than C.
- Minimum of 39 hours of 300 and 400 level courses.
- Electives to complete 120 hours.
- See additional requirements.
*Also satisfies requirement in the
major.
#Also satisfies general education requirement.
Secondary Natural Sciences (B.S.)
- General Education (see list of approved courses)
- Rhetoric and Composition: Two approved courses in rhetoric and composition (6 hours)
- Mathematics: One approved mathematics course selected from Mathematics 131, 136, 145 or 151 (3 hours)*
- Statistics: One approved statistics course* (3 hours)
- Natural Sciences: Biology 121* and Chemistry 121/123* (8 hours)
- Humanities and Fine Arts: One approved humanities course and one approved and fine arts courses (6 hours)
- Cultures and Civilizations: Option A: Western Humanities I and II (6 hours) and one approved Non-Western Cultures and Civilizations course (3)
- Behavioral and Social Sciences: Psychology 101* and one approved behavioral/social sciences course (6 hours)
- The PDS I requirements for this major include Education 321, 400, 418, 433, 499 and Early Childhood 242
All secondary natural sciences majors must complete at least one of the following concentrations.
2973 - Secondary Natural Sciences: Biology
Major and Related Courses
Astronomy 102/182; Biology 121#; Chemistry 121/123# and 122/124; Computer Science 110 or Education 417; Psychology 101#; one approved statistics course#
Concentration Requirements
- Geology 111/181; Mathematics 131 or 145; Physics 103/183; Biology 122, 208, 325, 326
- One course from each of the following
areas:
(a) Ecology: Biology 306 and 307 or Biology 416
(b) Evolution: Biology 315, 450
(c) Physiology: Biology 210, 311, 304, 323, 463
(d) Botany or Zoology: Biology 312, 313, 342, 352
Professional Education Requirements
- Education 201, 321, 400, 418, 433, 443, 454 and Early Childhood 242
2975 - Secondary Natural Sciences: Chemistry
Major and Related Courses
- Astronomy 102/182; Biology 121#; Chemistry 121/123# and 122/124; Computer Science 110 or Education 417; Psychology 101#; one approved statistics course#
Concentration Requirements
- Biology 122; Chemistry 341, 342, 351/353, 352/354, 466; Geology 111/181;
- Mathematics 136; Physics 103/183, 104/184
Professional Education Requirements
- Education 201, 321, 400, 418, 433, 443, 454 and Early Childhood 242
2982 - Secondary Natural Sciences: Earth and Space Sciences
Major and Related Courses
- Astronomy 102/182; Biology 121#; Chemistry 121/123# and 122/124; Computer Science 110 or Education 417; Psychology 101#; one approved statistics course#
Concentration Requirements
- Geography 101; Geology 111/181, 112/182, 303, 321, 341, 342; Mathematics 131 or 145; Physics 103/183, 104/184
Professional Education Requirements
- Education 201, 321, 400, 418, 433, 443, 454 and Early Childhood 242
2987 - Secondary Natural Sciences: Physics
Major and Related Courses
- Astronomy 102/182; Biology 121#; Chemistry 121/123# and 122/124; Computer Science 110 or Education 417; Psychology 101#; one approved statistics course#
Concentration Requirements
- Geology 111/181; Mathematics 151/152, 161/162; Physics 230/280, 231/281, 232/282; 12 additional hours in Physics at the 300-400 level
Professional Education Requirements
- Education 201, 321, 400, 418, 433, 443, 454 and Early Childhood 242
- For graduation: 2.0 average in natural sciences and 2.0 average in College of Health, Education and Professional Studies courses.
- For graduation with licensure: 2.5 cumulative average, 2.5 average at UTC, 2.5 average in education courses with no grade lower than C, 2.5 in content area courses with no grade lower than C.
- Minimum of 39 hours of 300 and 400 level courses.
- Electives to complete 120 hours.
- See additional requirements.
*Also satisfies requirement in the
major.
#Also satisfies general education requirement.
Secondary Social Sciences (B.S.)
- General Education (see list of approved courses)
- Rhetoric and Composition: Two approved courses in rhetoric and composition (6 hours)
- Mathematics: One approved mathematics course (3 hours)
- Statistics: One approved statistics course* (3 hours)
- Natural Sciences: Two approved natural science courses, at least one including a laboratory component. Environmental Science 150 and 151 are required for the Geography concentration. (7-8 hours)
- Humanities and Fine Arts: History 203* and one approved fine arts course (6 hours)
- Cultures and Civilizations: History 103*, 104*, 105* (9 hours)
- Behavioral and Social Sciences: Economics 101* and Political Science 101* (6 hours)
- The PDS I requirements for this major include Education 321, 400, 418, 433, 499, and Early Childhood 242.
All secondary social sciences majors are required to complete at least one of the following concentrations.
2986 - Secondary Social Sciences: Economics
Major and Related Courses
- Economics 101#, 102; Geography 101, 103; History 103#, 104#, 105#, 203#, 204, 343; Political Science 101#; Computer Science 110 or Education 417; one approved statistics course#
Concentration Requirements
- Anthropology 208; Economics 324, 325, 453; Political Science 102; 12 hours Economics electives selected with approval of advisor
Professional Education Requirements
- Education 201, 321, 400, 418, 433, 443, 452 and Early Childhood 242
2978 - Secondary Social Sciences: Geography
Major and Related Courses
- Economics 101#, 102; Geography 101, 103; History 103#, 104#, 105#, 203#, 204, 343; Political Science 101#; Computer Science 110 or Education 417; one approved statistics course#
Concentration Requirements
- Environmental Science 150#, 151#; Geography 104; Geology 111/181;
- One course from each of the following
three areas:
(a) Geography 206, 250
(b) Geography 303, 305, 465, 466
(c) Geography 407, 409, 415 - 12 hours Geography electives selected with approval of advisor, including a minimum of 3 hours at the 300-400 level.
Professional Education Requirements
- Education 201, 321, 400, 418, 433, 443, 452 and Early Childhood 242
2979 - Secondary Social Sciences: History
Major and Related Courses
- Economics 101#, 102; Geography 101, 103; History 103#, 104#, 105#, 203#, 204, 343; Political Science 101#; Computer Science 110 or Education 417; one approved statistics course#
Concentration Requirements
- Anthropology 208; History 301
- One course from each of the following
four areas:
(a) United States: History 331, 332, 335, 336, 337, 338, 341, 346
(b) European: History 310, 311, 312, 313, 314, 315, 317, 318, 319, 323, 324, 327, 328
(c) Non-western: History 364, 365, 368, 370, 371, 372
(d) Disciplinary: History 411, 412, 415, 416, 419 - Complete one of the following:
(a) 6 hours economics electives
(b) 6 hours geography electives
(c) 9 hours political science electives
Professional Education Requirements
- Education 201, 321, 400, 418, 433, 443, 452 and Early Childhood 242
2981- Secondary Social Sciences: Political Science
Major and Related Courses
- Economics 101#, 102; Geography 101, 103; History 103#, 104#, 105#, 203#, 204, 343; Political Science 101#; Computer Science 110 or Education 417; one approved statistics course#
Concentration Requirements
- Anthropology 208; Political Science 102, 200, 316, and 15 hours political science electives selected with approval of advisor, including a minimum of 6 hours at the 300-400 level.
Professional Education Requirements
- Education 201, 321, 400, 418, 433, 443, 452 and Early Childhood 242
- For graduation: 2.0 average in social sciences and 2.0 average in College of Health, Education and Professional Studies courses.
- For graduation with licensure: 2.5 cumulative average, 2.5 average at UTC, 2.5 average in education courses with no grade lower than C, 2.5 in content area courses with no grade lower than C.
- Minimum of 39 hours of 300 and 400 level courses.
- Electives to complete 120 hours.
- See additional requirements.
*Also satisfies requirement in the
major.
#Also satisfies general education requirement.
2930 - Theatre Education K-12 (B.S.)
See College of Arts and Sciences.
4547 - EDUCATION MINOR
A student may obtain a minor in education by completing Education 201, 321, 400, 418, 433, and Early Childhood 242.
A minimum 2.5 average is required in all courses for the minor.
EDUCATION COURSES (EDUC)
101 Career and Life Planning (3)
Focus is on helping the individual make career and life plans. A series of techniques (role playing, psychodrama, sociodrama, value clarification, and decision making) will be utilized to facilitate each student’s examining his or her interrelated value systems associated with education, work, leisure, and self-expression. Every semester.
105 Strategies for College Reading (3 hours institutional credit)
The course provides insights into the reading process, language expansion, content area language strategies, and improved study skills. Students will engage in a variety of activities involving reading, writing, speaking, and listening to enhance their ability to comprehend a variety of printed materials. Credit not applicable toward any degree.
199r Special Projects (1-4)
Individual projects and field components. On demand. Maximum credit 4 hours. Prerequisite: approval of department head.
200r Investigations of the School in Society (1)
Observations and simulations involving the school as a social institution and the role of the teacher in preparation for instruction. Field component required. Every semester.
201 Education in the United States (3)
Organization and historical development of education in the United States, philosophical concepts and their influences on contemporary education, current issues. Field component. Every semester
209 Introduction to Early Childhood/Early Childhood Special Education (2)
This course provides an in-depth consideration of the historical, philosophical, and legal foundations of early intervention, and early childhood education for children with and without exceptional needs. Focus is on current issues and practices in EC/ECSE. Fall and spring semesters. Prerequisite: Early Childhood 243.
306 Designing Instruction and Evaluation in the Elementary Classroom (3)
Examination of the elements of evaluation, planning and management common to elementary school. Students will demonstrate competency in unit development, selected component teaching skills, and evaluation planning. Prerequisite: Education 201.
309 Young Exceptional Learners: Characteristics and Needs (3)
An in-depth study of the characteristics and needs of young children with special needs. Mild, moderate, and severe and/or multiple disabilities; biological and environmental at-risk factors; and early intervention and prevention will be examined. The needs of gifted and children learning English as a second language will also be included. Fall and spring semesters. Prerequisite: Education 209. Corequisites: Early Childhood 347, 445, 446. Field placement required.
310 Elementary School Curriculum (3)
The curriculum for grades one through six and the impact of technological and social change on curriculum planning and school organization. On demand.
311 Teaching Social Studies in the Elementary School (1)
Designed to model effective methods and materials for teaching social studies in elementary grades. Emphasis on an integrated literature-based spiral curriculum. Prerequisite: Education 306. Corequisite: University Studies 320. Formerly Education 411.
312 Teaching Science in Elementary School (1)
Designed to develop a variety of teaching strategies for science instruction in the elementary grades. Emphasis placed on resources, inquiry skills, and developmentally appropriate activities. Prerequisite: Education 306. Corequisite: University Studies 311. Laboratory/Studio course fee will be assessed.
313 Teaching Language Arts in the Elementary School (1)
Designed to develop an understanding of the basic concepts of language usage in the elementary classroom. Emphasizes the interrelatedness of language arts skills while demonstrating developmentally appropriate instructional strategies, activities, materials, and assessment techniques. Prerequisites: Education 306, 323; English 228, Early Childhood 241. Corequisite: University Studies 340. Formerly Education 413.
314 Teaching Mathematics in the Elementary School (1)
Designed to provide students with effective methods for mathematics instruction in the elementary grades. Emphasis will be placed on assessment techniques and developmentally appropriate strategies and materials. Prerequisite: Education 306; Corequisite: Mathematics 216. Formerly Education 414.
315 Methods in Early Intervention and Early Childhood Special Education (3)
This course prepares students to serve children (birth through age 8) who have disabilities or are at risk in inclusive classrooms and natural environments. Methods, adaptations, and materials used in developmentally appropriate special education and early intervention are examined. Activity-, routines-, and play-based approaches, and family-centered transdisciplinary team work are emphasized. Prerequisites: Education 309. Corequisites: Education 317, 323, 410; Early Childhood 345.
317 Designing Instruction for the Inclusive Classroom (3)
Study of the elements of evaluation, planning and instruction common to an inclusive classroom with emphasis upon instructional design, unit/lesson development, teaching strategies, and adapting/differentiating instruction for diverse learners.
318 Methods in Special Education (3)
Examination of the approaches and methodology concerning remedial, corrective, and compensatory instruction used to support and teach students with mild to moderate disabilities. Emphasis is on mastery of K-12 general education curriculum as well as vocational skill development and transition planning. Prerequisite: Education 400 or equivalent.
319 Behavior Intervention Planning (3)
Theoretical orientations toward behavior management and strategies reflecting these orientations will be examined. This course will also address the development of behavior intervention plans needed when traditional classroom management is insufficient to address the behavioral, emotional and social problems of students. Prerequisite: Education 400.
320 Nature and Characteristics of Mild Disabilities (4)
An in-depth study of the psychological, physical, educational, medical, behavioral, and learning characteristics and needs of populations with mild disabilities. Field component required. Prerequisite: Education 400.
321 Teaching of Reading in the Secondary and Middle Schools (3)
Integrating reading skills and teaching strategies with the teaching of content area subjects. Prerequisites: Education 201 and Early Childhood 242 or approval of the instructor. Required of all secondary and middle grades education majors.
323 Teaching Reading (3)
Emphasis on reading as a developmental process and on useful strategies for getting meaning from print; survey of current methods, ways to integrate literature, teaching procedures, assessment techniques, and materials for the teaching of reading. Field component required. Prerequisites: Education 306, English 228 or 229.
325 Nature and Characteristics of the Individual with Moderate and Severe and /or Multiple Disabilities (3)
The in-depth study of the psychological, physical, educational, medical, behavioral, and learning characteristics and needs of students with moderate, severe, or multiple disabilities. Field component required. Prerequisite: Education 400.
330 Academic and Behavioral Evaluation (3)
A study of the basic principles and techniques of educational evaluation in special education used by the classroom/resource teacher. Fall semester. Prerequisite: Education 400. Corequisite: Education 330 lab.
336 Management of an Inclusive Classroom (1)
An examination of the use of effective proactive management techniques in the classroom.
400 Survey of Exceptional Learners (3)
An overview of exceptional children and youth and the philosophy of inclusion. Emphasis on individual differences among students with particular attention to students with special needs. The interrelated roles of general and special educators and related professionals in adapting instruction to meet special needs will be addressed.
401 Introduction to Counseling (3)
A basic course designed to provide an orientation to the philosophy, theories, and techniques of individual and group counseling to undergraduate students who are seeking foundational understandings for future courses in the functions of counseling in modern society. On demand.
410 Strategies for Early Learners (3)
Planning, implementing, and evaluating effective learning experiences for children from birth through kindergarten. Emphasis on integrated curriculum and developmentally appropriate practice. Field component required. Prerequisites: Education 306, Early Childhood 241.
415 Instructional Technology for the Adolescent Exceptional Student (3)
An examination of the unique needs and particular issues which are specific to adolescents and adults with mild disabilities. The course emphasizes approaches and methodology concerning corrective and compensatory instruction.
416 Instructional Technology for the Elementary Exceptional Student (3)
An examination of the principles of clinical teaching and the individualizing of instruction for elementary students with mild disabilities. The course emphasizes instructional approaches and methodology concerning corrective and compensatory instruction.
417 Technology and Learning (3)
This survey course in technology will extend student knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, databases, communications software, edutainment software, and the Internet through in-class, hands-on assignments. Projects will be individually geared to the needs of the audience. Every semester. Prerequisites: Computer Science 110 or equivalent; Education 323 or 321.
418 Middle Grades Organization, Curriculum, and Instruction (3)
A theoretical and practical orientation to the middle grades, holistically addressing the personal, social, and academic needs of young adolescents. Emphasizes organizational issues, integration of curriculum, and appropriate strategies for instruction and assessment. Prerequisite: Education 201.
420 Emergent Literacy (3)
Emphasis on the development of an instructional reading program that meets the needs of young children. Surveys classroom teaching models, assessment procedures, methods and materials. Prerequisites: Education 306, 323, English 228, admission to Teacher Education Program.
422 Teaching Reading in the Intermediate Grades and Middle School (3)
Teaching/learning strategies to deal with content and process of reading; emphasis on vocabulary development, comprehension strategies, basic study skills, reading in content areas. Summer semester. Prerequisite: Education 323.
423 The Middle Grades: Assessment and Instruction (3)
Classroom diagnostic and prescriptive teaching; linking middle grades reading, assessment, decision-making and instruction; in-depth study of selected assessment instruments, instructional strategies, materials, and management procedures. Field component required. Prerequisites: Education 323 or equivalent, or approval of instructor; admission to Teacher Education Program. May not be used for graduate credit.
425 Procedures for Individuals with Physical and Multiple Disabilities (3)
An examination of the unique needs and particular issues which are specific to children and adults who have physical challenges or multiple disabilities or are medically fragile. The course emphasizes how instructional approaches and methodology may be altered with special emphasis on physical and health management and adaptive technology. Fall semester. Prerequisite: Education 325 or approval of instructor.
426 Instructional Procedures for Individuals with Moderate, Severe, or Multiple Disabilities (3)
An examination of the unique needs and particular issues which are specific to children, adolescents, and adults with moderate and severe disabilities. The course emphasizes instructional approaches and methodology concerning functional academic curriculum, social skills development, career and vocational development, personal management, recreation/leisure, and general community living skills. Fall semester. Prerequisite: Education 325 or approval of instructor.
428 Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorder (3)
This course provides a background of the characteristics of individuals who are primarily diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Asperger Syndrome, or other Pervasive Developmental Disorders. Reviewed are behavioral characteristics of students with diagnostic symptoms, family dynamics, varied diagnostic and assessment methods, and theories of etiology. Included is an overview of instructional issues that pertain to the development of individuals with ASD. Every semester. Not eligible for graduate credit. Prerequisite: Education 209.
430 Gifted and Talented Children and Adults (3)
This course examines the social, emotional, and intellectual characteristics of the gifted/talented child and focuses on the appropriate teaching/learning requirements in resource and regular classrooms. Special attention will be given to program models, curriculum development, and teaching strategies. Prerequisite: Education 330.
431 Teaching Strategies and Materials in Foreign Language (3)
Curriculum and methods appropriate for teaching foreign language in grades PreK-12. Fall semester Prerequisite: Education 201. May not be used for graduate credit.
433 Designing Instruction and Evaluation in the Secondary Classroom (3)
Formulating and evaluating appropriate affective and cognitive objectives. Lesson planning and a wide range of teaching strategies will be examined. Each student will be required to demonstrate proficiency in a variety of component teaching skills via the microteaching laboratory and a self-developed teaching unit. Prerequisite: admission to Teacher Education Program.
435 Assessment and IEP Development in Special Education (3)
Capstone experience in assessment for eligibility and for planning of Individualized Educational Programs (IEPs) for exceptional learners. Includes the administration of formal and informal assessment instruments and use of the results to plan an IEP. Heavy Field component is required.
440 Student Teaching in Early Childhood Education (12)
Enhanced student teaching in a Pre-K or kindergarten setting and in primary grades in Professional Development School II. Placements will ensure experiences in diverse schools. Every semester. Prerequisites: All education courses, 90% of content courses, admission to Teacher Education Program, application for and admission to student teaching according to School of Educational Leadership guidelines. May not be used for graduate credit.
443 Student Teaching in Secondary Schools (12)
Enhanced student teaching in both junior high or middle school and senior high school in Professional Development School II. Placements will ensure experiences in diverse schools. Every semester. Prerequisites: All education courses, 90% of content courses, admission to Teacher Education Program, application for and admission to student teaching according to School of Educational Leadership guidelines. May not be used for graduate credit.
444r Student Teaching in Music, Visual Arts, Exercise Science, Health Promotion, and Theatre (12)
Enhanced student teaching in both elementary and senior high school grades in Professional Development School II. Placements will ensure experiences in diverse schools. Every semester. Prerequisites: All education courses, specific methods courses related to the discipline, 90% of content courses, admission to Teacher Education Program, application for and admission to student teaching according to School of Educational Leadership guidelines. Required of majors in Music Education, Art Education, and Theatre Education. May not be used for graduate credit.
445 Student Teaching in Exceptional Learning (12)
Enhanced student teaching in two exceptional learning settings (one modified and one comprehensive) in Professional Development School II. Placements will ensure involvement with students in elementary and secondary grades in diverse schools. Every semester. Prerequisites: All education courses, 90% of content courses, admission to Teacher Education Program, application for and admission to student teaching according to School of Educational Leadership guidelines. May not be used for graduate credit.
446 Student Teaching in Middle Grades Education (12)
Enhanced student teaching in two middle grades settings and two content areas in Professional Development School II. Placements will ensure experiences in diverse schools. Every semester. Prerequisites: All education courses, 90% of content courses, admission to Teacher Education Program, application for and admission to student teaching according to School of Educational Leadership guidelines. May not be used for graduate credit.
447 Student Teaching in Foreign Language Education (12)
Enhanced student teaching in PreK-8 and 9-12 settings in Professional Development School II. Placements will ensure experiences in diverse schools. Every semester. Prerequisites: All education courses, 90% of content courses, admission to Teacher Education Program, application for and admission to student teaching according to School of Educational Leadership guidelines. May not be used for graduate credit.
450 Teaching Strategies and Materials in Secondary and Middle Grades English (3)
Curriculum and methods appropriate for secondary and middle grades English. Spring semester. Prerequisite: Education 201. May not be used for graduate credit.
451 Teaching Strategies and Materials in Secondary and Middle Grades Mathematics (3)
Curriculum and methods appropriate for secondary and middle grades mathematics. Fall semester. Prerequisite: Education 201. May not be used for graduate credit.
452 Teaching Strategies and Materials in Secondary and Middle Grades Social Science (3)
Curriculum and methods appropriate for secondary and middle grades social science. Fall semester. Prerequisite: Education 201. May not be used for graduate credit.
453 Speech Disabilities and Language Development (3)
Recognition and understanding of language development and speech disabilities. Basic diagnosis, remediation, and speech improvement activities incorporated. Fall semester.
454 Teaching Strategies and Materials in Secondary and Middle Grades Natural Science (3)
Curriculum and methods appropriate for secondary and middle grades natural science. Spring semester. Prerequisite: Education 201. May not be used for graduate credit.
458 Readings and History: Teaching English as a Second Language (3)
In-depth study of the history of English as a Second Language instruction. This course will investigate the development and characteristics of various programs used in teaching English to limited English proficient (LEP) students. Additional study will focus on articles written by major researchers in this field. The central purpose of this course is to provide experience in identifying, analyzing, and discussing significant current issues in the field of English as a Second Language.
459 Strategies and Methods of Teaching English as a Second Language (3)
Involves the study and application of second-language theories and cultural knowledge to ESL teaching methodology and curriculum design. In addition, explores various approaches which should benefit second-language learners and presents techniques of adjusting lessons to suit the needs of second-language learners and enhance their acquisition and use of English. Concentrates on assisting educators in the development of appropriate strategies for teaching speaking, writing, and grammar in ESL environments.
480 Teaching Media (3)
The selection, use, and evaluation of technological innovations in audiovisual media, emphasis on laboratory experiences in communication media.
481 Educational Tests and Measurements (3)
Measurement of human abilities and instructional outcomes, survey of elementary statistical concepts, construction of valid and reliable tests and evaluative instruments. On demand.
482 Teaching Social Science Through Science Fiction (3)
Explores uses of science fiction in teaching social issues and the future. Emphasis on creativity and integration with traditional content. On demand.
483r Teaching Experience (3)
For the temporarily certified employed teacher. Provides close supervision in planning, implementation, and evaluation. Tailored to fit specific school setting. On demand. Prerequisites: Approval of College of Education and Applied Professional Studies dean. May not be used for graduate credit.
485 Orientation to Schools for Counselors (3)
For school counselor candidates without teaching experience. The orientation experience will be structured to provide observation, participation in, and analysis of classroom instruction; will also provide the candidate with teaching experiences and feedback regarding those experiences. May not be used for graduate credit.
490r Workshop and Seminar (2-4)
Special problems and discussion of current topics in education. On demand. Prerequisite: senior or graduate standing.
495r Departmental Thesis
(1-3 hours per term, 4 hours for the two terms)
Students must submit an Individual Studies/Research Contract to the Records Office at the time of registration. On demand. See Departmental Honors.
497r Research (1-4)
On demand. Prerequisite: approval of department head. Students must submit an Individual Studies/Research Contract to the Records Office at the time of registration.
498r Individual Studies (1-4)
On demand. Prerequisite: approval of department head. Students must submit an Individual Studies/Research Contract to the Records Office at the time of registration.
499r Group Studies (1-4)
On demand. Prerequisite: approval of department head.
