| Course ID | Credit Hours | Course |
|---|---|---|
| ED 226 | 2 |
Philosophy of Christian EducationWhat makes Christian education different from secular education? What is the foundation of Christian teaching and methodology? How does Christian education fit with the home and church? These and many other areas of philosophy will be studied in this course. Prerequisite: None |
| ED 251 | 3 |
Methods and MaterialsWe will seek to equip future teachers to creatively and passionately use a variety of methods and materials to achieve optimum learning and comprehension in the classroom. This course explains the materials and methods used in teaching, emphasizing practical techniques and skills needed by the effective teacher. A fee of $100 will be charged at the time of registration for this course. Prerequisite: None |
| ED 301 | 2 |
Child DevelopmentThis course will study the special characteristics and needs of children from birth to age 18 from a Christian perspective. Special emphasis is given to effective methods used in training children at various stages of educational development. Prerequisite: EN 102 |
| ED 304 | 3 |
Teaching ReadingThis course is designed to show the future elementary school teacher how to use phonics. This course gives prospective teachers the ability to develop students’ reading skills and a healthy desire to read. It will give teachers the necessary tools to help their students acquire the foundational skills in reading, spelling, grammar, and cursive writing. Prerequisite: EN 102; 64 credits earned |
| ED 306 | 3 |
Teaching Language ArtsStudents will understand the inter-relationship of the language arts and tools to help elementary students acquire skills in spelling, grammar, syntax, manuscript writing, and composition. Prerequisite: EN 102; 64 credits earned |
| ED 323 | 2 |
Introduction to Exceptional LearnersDesigned as an introductory course to develop a sensitive understanding of exceptional learners and unique approaches to ensure student achievement, emphasis will be placed on instructional strategies, curriculum adaptation, and multi-tiered systems of support. The course scope includes history and legislation, intellectual and developmental disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, speech and language disorders, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorders, autism, physical disabilities and other health impairments, and gifted and talented. Differentiated assessments and IEPs will also be addressed. Prerequisite: EN 102 |
| ED 337 | 3 |
Elementary Classroom ManagementThis course is designed for students pursuing a degree in elementary education. The purpose of this course is to develop future teachers to be confidently prepared for the first year of teaching. Effective principles of teaching and classroom management will be covered. After a time of instruction and training, students will be mentored, observed, and evaluated in the classroom to assist in their professional development as future Christian educators. Prerequisite: ED 304 and EN 102 |
| ED 338 | 3 |
Secondary Classroom ManagementThis course is designed for future teachers to cultivate skills necessary to create an environment which fosters spiritual development and academic learning. Students will examine philosophical foundations, research contemporary best practices, and learn how to implement practical procedures for effective management of a secondary classroom. Prerequisite: EN 102; 64 credits earned |
| ED 402 | 2 |
Teaching Bible to ChildrenThis course will enable students to effectively teach Bible at preschool and elementary levels. A variety of instructional methods will be modelled, and students will engage in the practical implementation of these methods in teaching scriptural songs, verses, stories and truths. Prerequisite: EN 102; 64 credits earned |
| ED 403 | 2 |
Classroom TechnologyThis course presents instruction and methodology for both technology used by the teacher to enhance the presentation and organization of teaching materials as well as technology used by the student to aid in the learning process. Students will learn how to create and present instructional visuals effectively and how to implement technology to assist student collaboration and evaluation. A hands-on component will provide the students with practical teaching experience using technology. Prerequisite: EN 102 |
| ED 411 | 9 |
Internal Student TeachingDuring the final semester of the senior year, the student will be required to participate in a student teaching internship at Lancaster Baptist School. This course includes observation, participation, and teaching in the classroom under the direction and supervision of the regular classroom teacher and faculty supervisor. A fee of $45 will be charged at the time of registration for this course. Prerequisite: ED 337 or ED 338, 96 credits earned, and 50 hours of classroom observation |
| ED 412 | 9 |
External Student TeachingThis course is taken during the senior year as an alternative to ED 411 and allows the student to participate in student teaching at an approved Christian school. The course includes observation, participation, and teaching in the classroom under the direction and supervision of the regular classroom teacher and faculty supervisor. An External Student Teaching Application must be submitted and approved by the WCBC administration prior to the student teaching experience. Prerequisite: ED 337 or ED 338, 96 credits earned, and 50 hours of classroom observation |
| ED 430 | 3 |
Education SeminarThis is a senior-level course designed for elementary and secondary education concentrations. Teacher preparation in and out of the classroom is a major component of this course, both philosophically and practically. Topics will include teaching skill, student interaction, classroom and lesson preparation, mentoring students, creating a desire to learn, healthy expectations of student achievement, application of material, use of visuals and modalities, and training students for the future. The instruction will come from selected professors having at least twenty-five years of experience each. Prerequisite: 96 credits earned; Corequisite: ED 441, ED 450, and ED 451 |
| ED 441 | 2 |
Education EvaluationThis block course is designed for seniors with a concentration in education. Emphasis will be placed on the systematic process of evaluation in the classroom. Through this course, the student will gain the knowledge and tools required for creating, administering, and utilizing learning assessments. The student will also ascertain how to apply the knowledge gained through assessment to future instruction, intervention, and parent communication. Prerequisite: 96 credits earned; Corequisite: ED 430, ED 450, and ED 451 |
| ED 450 | 1 |
Integrating the Bible into All SubjectsThis class is a “block” class designed for education concentrations in their senior year. This class provides an opportunity for teachers to focus on inculcating God’s word into every subject. Students are reminded that “Bible” is not to be a separate class in the curriculum of a Christian school, but that it should be included in every class. This course places an emphasis on teachers learning how to put God and the Bible at the center of their individual lives. As a result, God and the Bible can properly fill every area of the teacher’s life and instruction. Prerequisite: 96 credits earned; Corequisite: ED 430, ED 441, and ED 451 |
| ED 451 | 1 |
Practical Teaching MethodsThis is a senior-level course designed for elementary and secondary education concentrations. This course meets for half a semester. Primary areas of emphasis are: 1) examining and testing modalities of students; 2) examining the various methods of teaching that may be utilized in the classroom; 3) studying the areas of the brain and how they relate to modes of learning and memory; and 4) developing lessons to make learning “stick,” meaning the knowledge and skills taught are more readily remembered by the student. Assignments include reading the course text, comparing certain pages to Scripture, researching learning modalities, and writing detailed lesson plans that exhibit a “sticky” learning paradigm. Prerequisite: 96 credits earned; Corequisite: ED 430, ED 441, and ED 450 |
