ENGL 1101  English Composition I

3 Credits

A composition course focusing on skills required for effective writing in a variety of contexts, with emphasis on exposition, analysis, and argumentation, and also including introductory use of a variety of research skills.

POLS 1101  American Government

3 Credits

This course examines the institutions and processes of American government and Georgia State government. Global comparisons are made between the governments of the U.S. and other modern nation-states.

General Education Core Curriculum Technology, Mathematics, and Science II (1 of 2)

4 Credits

GEOG 1112 or GEOG 1113 or SCI 1101 or (BIOL 1107 and BIOL 1107L) or (CHEM 1211 and CHEM 1211L) or (CHEM 1151 and CHEM 1151L) or (PHYS 1111 and PHYS 1111L) or (PHYS 2211 and PHYS 2211L) or (CHEM 1152 and CHEM 1152L) or (CHEM 1212 and CHEM 1212L) or (PHYS 1112 and PHYS 1112L) or (PHYS 2212 and PHYS 2212L) or (BIOL 1108 and BIOL 1108L)

General Education Core Curriculum Mathematics & Quantitative Skills

3 Credits

MATH 1101 or MATH 1111 or MATH 1113 or MATH 1190 or STAT 1401 or MATH 1001

General Education Core Curriculum Political Science & US History

3 Credits

HIST 2111 or HIST 2112

ENGL 1102  English Composition II

3 Credits

A composition course that develops writing skills beyond the levels of proficiency required by ENGL 1101, that emphasizes interpretation, and evaluation, and that incorporates a variety of more advanced research methods.

General Education Core Curriculum Technology, Mathematics, and Science I

3 Credits

MATH 1113 or MATH 1160 or MATH 1190 or MATH 2202 or STAT 1401 or DATA 1501 or MATH 1179

General Education Core Curriculum Technology, Mathematics, and Science II (2 of 2)

3 Credits

GEOG 1112 or GEOG 1113 or SCI 1102 or ANTH 1105 or GEOG 1110 or (BIOL 1107 and BIOL 1107L) or (BIOL 1108 and BIOL 1108L) or (CHEM 1211 and CHEM 1211L) or (CHEM 1212 and CHEM 1212L) or (CHEM 1151 and CHEM 1151L) or (CHEM 1152 and CHEM 1152L) or (PHYS 1111 and PHYS 1111L) or (PHYS 1112 and PHYS 1112L) or (PHYS 2211 and PHYS 2211L) or (PHYS 2212 and PHYS 2212L)

General Education Core Curriculum Social Science

3 Credits

HIST 1100 or HIST 1111 or HIST 1112

General Education Core Curriculum Institutional Priorities II

3 Credits

BLCK 1102 or AMST 1102 or ASIA 1102 or GWST 1102 or LALS 1102 or PAX 1102 or ISD 2700 or POLS 2401 or LDRS 2300 or RELS 1102 or COMM 1100

EDUC 2110  Critical & Contemporary Issues

3 Credits

This course engages students in observations, interactions, and analyses of critical and contemporary educational issues. Students will investigate issues influencing the social and political contexts of educational settings in Georgia and the United States. Students will actively examine the teaching profession from multiple vantage points both within and outside the school. Against this backdrop, students will reflect on and interpret the meaning of education and schooling in a diverse culture and examine the moral and ethical responsibilities of teaching in a democracy. Includes the use of current technologies which are directly related to effective teaching and 15 hours of observation and participation in appropriate elementary/early childhood, middle grades, secondary or P-12 environments. Note: Verification of professional liability insurance and a criminal background check are required prior to receiving a school placement.

MAED 1190  Calc for Middle Gr Tchrs

3 Credits

This course is a study of real numbers, functions and calculus with the dual objectives of enhancing understanding of these topics and seeing how they are related to the mathematics taught in contemporary middle schools. Concepts and definitions, proofs, precision and rigor of language, accurate representations and connections within/between mathematics and other subjects as applied to teaching in the middle school will be emphasized. This course does not count as credit for Secondary Education or Mathematics Majors.

SCI 3360  Earth Science

4 Credits

An introduction to basic earth science concepts and methodology (including geology, meteorology, and oceanography) will be covered. Special emphasis will be placed on dynamic Earth processes (plate tectonics, earthquakes, volcanism, climate, etc.) and their effects on the structure and composition of the landforms, oceans, atmosphere, and organisms. The lab component includes hands-on evaluation of a collection of Igneous, Metamorphic and Sedimentary rocks, topographic map analyses, spectral imaging and remote sensing, and modeling weather related phenomena.

General Education Core Curriculum Arts and Humanities

3 Credits

ENGL 2110 or ENGL 2120 or ENGL 2130 or PHIL 2010 or ENGL 2140 or WLC 1002 or WLC 2209

General Education Core Curriculum Social Science

3 Credits

ANTH 1102 or GEOG 1101 or CRJU 1101 or PSYC 1101 or SOCI 1101 or STS 1101 or ECON 2106

EDUC 2120  Explore Socio-Cultural Perspec

3 Credits

Given the rapidly changing demographics in our state and country, this course is designed to equip future teachers with the fundamental knowledge of understanding culture and teaching children from diverse backgrounds. Specifically, this course is designed to examine 1) the nature and function of culture; 2) the development of individual and group cultural identity; 3) definitions and implications of diversity, and 4) the influences of culture on learning, development, and pedagogy.

EDUC 2130  Exploring Teaching & Learning

3 Credits

Explore key aspects of learning and teaching through examining your own learning processes and those of others, with the goal of applying your knowledge to enhance the learning of all students in a variety of educational settings and contexts. Note: Verification of professional liability insurance is required

ECON 1000  

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MAED 2390  Intro to Mathematical Systems

3 Credits

Introduction to Mathematical Systems is a course specifically designed to introduce students to the study of mathematics from a mathematical systems approach. A mathematical system consisting of undefined terms, axioms and theorems will be studied. The major emphasis of this class will be on the development of skills in communicating and justifying mathematical ideas and conclusions. Mathematical systems studied will vary according to the instructor and may be chosen from sets, number systems and/or geometry.

ASTR 1000K  Introduction to the Universe

4 Credits

Students will learn the history of astronomy up to the Copernican Revolution including Galileo, Kepler, and Newton. They will also explore the workings of modern telescopes and study an overview of the solar system and the search for extra-solar planets. In lab students will use planetarium simulation software to explore the concepts and methods of observational astronomy.

General Education Core Curriculum Arts and Humanities

3 Credits

ART 1107 or DANC 1107 or MUSI 1107 or TPS 1107

EDMG 3300  Success in the Middle

3 Credits

Candidates examine the development and diversity of middle grades learners, as well as the concept and philosophy of the middle school. Issues of teaching young adolescents and the unique role teachers must play as interdisciplinary team members, content specialists, advocates for the middle school and middle level learner are explored. Information from current research and exemplary practices will be used to extend candidate knowledge.

MAED 3295  Math for MG & Sec Teachers

3 Credits

Designed for the preservice teacher of mathematics for adolescents. Content strands to be explored include number and operation, algebra, and measurement. The process standards of communication, connections, problem solving, reasoning and proof, and representation will be emphasized. Appropriate use of manipulatives, calculators and software will be integrated in course materials.

MAED 3395  Geometric Proofs & Application

3 Credits

Designed to prepare prospective 5-8 teachers and 6-12 teachers to become effective facilitators in teaching geometry, this course develops geometry as an axiomatic mathematical system and approaches it from synthetic, transformational, and algebraic perspectives (including higher dimensions). Various geometries are studied including finite, infinite, projective, Euclidean and Non-Euclidean.

ISCI 2002  Physical Sciences

3 Credits

Physical Science defines science, examines how science is done, and develops an understanding of fundamental concepts in astronomy, chemistry and physics. Laboratory experiences will emphasize experimental design, data analysis, and inquiry methods. Course is intended for early grades education majors. Cannot be used for credit towards a degree in Biology programs. Notes: Not acceptable for use as General Education requirement.

EDRD 3330  Meth&Mat MG Cont Read/Writ

3 Credits

This course prepares candidates to teach diverse works for adolescents from a variety of sources including young adult literature as well as technical, informational, environmental text, and the media. Text selection and electronic database media resources are introduced. A focus on language and cultural diversity is included.

ITEC 3200  Tech in Middle Grades

3 Credits

Teacher candidates learn to use technologies to promote student achievement in middle school content area and technology literacy standards. Special topics include using technology to improve students? English language learning, to assess student learning, and to differentiate instruction. Candidates also learn to manage their digital activities in ways appropriate for a professional educator; advocate for students without beyond-school access; and teach K-12 students how to use technology safely, ethically, and legally. This is a three-credit (3) course.

INED 4431  Founds Teach Multilingual Lrns

3 Credits

This course introduces middle and/or secondary teacher candidates to today?s diverse English learner population, education policies that impact these students and how cultural resources can be leveraged to meet their academic needs. This course focuses on developing effective instruction, assessment, and literacy development for English learners and other linguistically diverse learners in middle grade classrooms. Specifically, candidates will a) examine the academic, linguistic and social needs of linguistically diverse learners, b) explore the differences between teaching reading and writing to English learners and native English speakers; and c) develop skills necessary for the differentiation, scaffolding language and content for English learners at a variety of language proficiency levels.

EDMG 3350  Plan,Instruct&Assess in MGE

2 Credits

This course is designed to introduce future middle grades teachers to the knowledge and skills necessary for effective planning, instruction, and assessment of a diverse population of middle grades learners. This course includes a 15-hour field experience placement in elementary grades 4-5. A current criminal history background check and proof of liability insurance is required.

MAED 3495  Adv Perspect on School Math I

3 Credits

Students? understanding of the mathematics taught in middle school and the first few years of high school will be deepened and broadened through the study of key topics including algebra, linear functions, exponential functions, quadratic functions, number theory, discrete mathematics, and mathematical modeling. This course is designed so that students can revisit key ideas in school mathematics, bringing with them the skills and understandings of college course work in mathematics, deepening and broadening their understanding, and connecting more advanced ideas to the topics they will teach in middle school and high school.

EDSM 3000K  Survey of Life Science

4 Credits

This course is a survey of life science topics designed to support middle grades education candidates in achieving the NSTA Middle Grades Content Standards for Life Science. Inquiry laboratory experiences are included in the course. This course is not appropriate for majors other than middle grades education with a science concentration.

EDMG 4650  Yearlong Clinical Experience I

2 Credits

This course is the first semester of an intensive and extensive co-teaching yearlong clinical practice in middle grades education. Under the guidance of a collaborating teacher and university supervisor, candidates practice professional competencies that impact achievement for diverse populations of learners including students with exceptionalities and English learners. Proof of liability insurance is required.

EDSM 3360  Classroom Mgmt Middle Grades

2 Credits

This course prepares prospective middle grades and secondary math or science teacher candidates to create and manage positive, productive classroom environments with a diverse population of learners. Candidates will develop a comprehensive understanding of the learning and behavior principles that underlie effective classroom management and acquire the strategies and skills needed to implement an effective management program.

EDUC 4610  Intro to Yearlong Clinical Exp

0 Credits

This course is the beginning to the co-teaching Yearlong Clinical Experience in education. Candidates will attend the entirety of pre-planning at their assigned school before the start of the academic year (the exact timing of which will depend on the placement school?s schedule). Additionally, candidates will also attend the first week of the academic year in order to familiarize themselves with the policies and routines of their placement school and Collaborating Teacher.

EDMG 4401  Teaching Math in Middle Grades

3 Credits

This course is a part of a 12-hour block designed to develop appropriate teaching strategies in candidates? two teaching fields. Candidates apply learning theories, teaching techniques, questioning strategies, instructional materials, and assessment procedures for teaching mathematics to middle grades learners. Candidates will develop and implement plans for teaching in an interdisciplinary team setting.

EDMG 4402  Teaching Science in MGE

3 Credits

This course is a part of a 12-hour block designed to develop appropriate teaching strategies in candidates? two teaching fields. Candidates apply learning theories, teaching techniques, questioning strategies, instructional materials, and assessment procedures for teaching science to middle grades learners. Candidates will develop and implement plans for teaching in an interdisciplinary team setting.

INED 3300  Educating Students w/ Except

3 Credits

This course prepares candidates to work collaboratively with families and school personnel to positively impact the academic, social/emotional, and behavioral development of students with exceptionalities. This course requires a ten-hour observational and instructional experience in assigned school placement(s). Verification of professional liability insurance is required prior to placement in the field experience. Candidates must have an issued preservice certificate for this course. This course fulfills Georgia HB 671 requirement. Beginning July 1, 2019, all candidates must earn a ?B? or higher in this course for certification as stated in the Georgia PSC 505-2-.24 Special Georgia Requirements.

EDMG 4660  Yearlong Clinical Exp II

9 Credits

This course is the second semester of an intensive and extensive coteaching yearlong clinical experience in middle grades education. Under the guidance of a collaborating teacher and university supervisor and working in a diverse environment that includes students with exceptionalities and English learners, candidates practice professional competencies that impact student achievement. This experience includes regularly scheduled professional seminars and the completion of a content pedagogy assessment. Proof of liability insurance is required.

EDMG 4411  Seminar in MIddle Grades Ed

3 Credits

This seminar supports and assesses candidate development in middle grades education during the capstone experience. Candidate reflect on the development of their competencies, skills, and dispositions, and support for teacher performance assessments is provided. Seminar discussions will challenge candidates to examine and integrate current issues, values, and practices in the middle grades.