Teacher Education Courses


TCH160 CHILD DEVELOPMENT (3 CRS.)

Considers the processes of the growth and development of young children from birth through the early school years as well as the implications these processes have for the education of young children. Presents techniques for observing and recording observational data. Regularly scheduled observations in an early childhood setting
required.


TCH205 THE AMERICAN SCHOOL (3 CRS.)

Focuses on the contemporary school. Introduces in perspective philosophies, functions and structures that have shaped American education. Examines present educational practices and conceptions of learning as they relate to changing scientific, social and technological realities. Studies American youth in relation to the school,
the world of work and contemporary diversity in ethical and aesthetic positions. Some of the most disturbing issues confronting the American school are defi ned and analyzed.


TCH250 ELEMENTS OF INSTRUCTION (3 CRS.)

Emphasis will be on introducing undergraduate
students to current validated instructional models
of teaching, developing technical skills needed for
effective classroom management. The teacher as
decision maker and growing professional will be
stressed. Theoretical and practical applications to
the classroom will be presented.


TCH255 MULTICULTURAL ISSUES & STRATEGIES
IN BASIC EDUCATION (3 CRS.)

Examines topics and methodologies for development
of instructional strategies that promote
multicultural content with existing curricula.
Topics will include cross-cultural communication
through education, cultural infl uences in learning
and assessment. Techniques for teaching LEP
(Limited English Profi cient) and ESOL (English
for Speakers of Other Languages) students will
also be explored.


TCH260 EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY (3 CRS.)

Focuses upon dynamic learning situations. Alternative
theories of the learning process are
reviewed with attention given to the application
of behavioral and cognitive techniques in the
classroom, agency or industrial teaching program.
Topics examined include problem solving
and creativity, retention and transfer of knowledge,
individual differences and human abilities
and motivational theory. Prerequisite: PSY101 or
PSY102.

TCH303 BOOKS & MATERIALS FOR CHILDREN
(3 CRS.)

Surveys children's literature and related materials.
Evaluation, selection and use of various materials
to meet the curricular and personal needs of
258 Shippensburg University children with attention on materials for special groups. Study of the interests of children from
preschool age to early adolescence is carried out.


TCH321 LANGUAGE AND READING IN THE
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (3 CRS.)

Designed to explore the curriculum in language
arts to acquaint students with how children learn
language and to identify appropriate strategies
and materials for use in teaching oral and written
language in its many forms. Classroom participation
on an assigned basis.


TCH341 MATHEMATICS IN THE ELEMENTARY
SCHOOL (3 CRS.)

Acquaints students with the characteristics of
a modern program in elementary mathematics.
Emphasis is on the structure of our system of
numeration, learning by discovery and provision
for the great range of ability in a class. Students
are alerted to ways in which conventional arithmetic
may be greatly enriched and strengthened
by applying the basic laws, principles and set terminology
clearly defi ned and effectively used in
modern mathematics. Methods of mathematical
thinking as well as the basic concept of mathematics
are explored. Classroom participation on
an assigned basis.


TCH345 ASSESSMENT & EVALUATION STRATEGIES
(3 CRS.)

Explores concepts of assessment in all areas of
teaching. Specifi cally focuses on assessment of
language/communication skills as a basis for an
understanding of diagnostic processes.


TCH346 SCIENCE IN THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
(3 CRS.)

Introduces prospective teachers to the organization
of science in the elementary schools, strategies
and methods of science teaching, evaluation
methods, acquisition and use of materials and
planning lessons. Students will have fi rst-hand
experience with new curricula, textbooks and environmental
issues. Emphasis is on the selection
and use of activities to promote learning of science
concepts, processes and attitudes. Classroom
participation on an assigned basis.


TCH347 SOCIAL STUDIES IN THE ELEMENTARY
SCHOOL (3 CRS.)

Surveys contemporary and traditional teaching
methods and strategies as they relate to the various
social sciences. Stresses the incorporation
and evaluation of a rich variety of instructional
materials that can be utilized in unit teaching.
Includes ways of individualizing a social studies
program as well as small group instruction. Explores
current topics including cultural diversity,
values, career education, environmental education
and consumer education. Classroom participation
on an assigned basis.


TCH393 SELECTED TOPICS IN ELEMENTARY
EDUCATION (1-3 CRS.)

Provides the opportunity for the department to
offer courses in areas of departmental major interest
not covered by the regular courses.


TCH423 INTEGRATING LITERATURE IN MIDDLE
GRADES (3 CRS.)

Focuses on broadening knowledge base and understanding
of children's/young adults' literature
available for use with students in content area
study. Literature will be discussed along with
exploration of incorporating it into middle level
content subjects and using it as a tool to enhance
literacy and content learning.


TCH440 GENDER EQUITY IN EDUCATION (3 CRS.)

Surveys the role of women in educational systems,
focusing on women as students, teachers
and administrators. Examines how traditional expectations
of women are perpetuated throughout
the educational system.


TCH445 STRATEGIES FOR EFFECTIVE CLASSROOM
MANAGEMENT (3 CRS.)

Presents a historical perspective of past practices
in classroom management strategies, including
discipline techniques. Relates current school law
to what is legal for teachers in managing classrooms.
Surveys current theories and programs
regarding classroom and time management strategies.
Provides practical suggestions based upon
research fi ndings as to how to more effectively
and effi ciently develop a proactive environment
conducive to instruction. Explores multicultural
settings and inclusion dynamics as they relate to
classroom management strategies.


TCH475 INCLUSIVE EDUCATION: A PRACTICAL
APPROACH FOR EDUCATORS (3 CRS.)

Designed to prepare general and/or special educators
to effectively teach students with disabilities
in general education settings. Practical
guidelines, strategies, methods, adaptations and
materials including defi nition, standards, classroom
organization/management and collaborative
consultation will be emphasized to meet the
academic, social and affective needs for students
with disabilities in inclusive settings. Prerequisite:
EEC411 or permission of instructor.


TCH490 SELECTED TOPICS IN ELEMENTARY
EDUCATION (1-3 CRS.)

Provides the opportunity for the department to
offer courses in areas of departmental major interest
not covered by the regular courses.