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Department of Education
EDU312 The Teaching of English as a Foreign
Language [3-0, 3 cr.]
This course is a study of the methods and
principles of teaching English as a foreign
language, based on the findings of modern
linguistics. The course deals with all the aspects
of English teaching including basic language
skills, sub skills, literature, and cultural
orientation.
Prerequisite: ENG213 Introduction to Language.
EDU313 The Teaching of Science and
Mathematics (Elementary) [3-0, 3 cr.]
This course is a study of the methods and
materials used in science and mathematics, in
elementary education.
Senior Standing.
EDU314 The Teaching of Social Studies
[3-0, 3 cr.]
This course is designed to equip students with
the knowledge and the tools necessary to teach
social studies across all grade levels. These
competencies include planning, implementing,
and evaluating the social studies curriculum, in
addition to content and process skills. Special
emphasis is given to values and character
education, to reflect the objectives set forth by
the new Lebanese curriculum.
EDU315 The Teaching of Mathematics in
Secondary Schools [3-0, 3 cr.]
This course is a study of the objectives, concepts,
and classroom procedures, in secondary
education, with emphasis on the selection,
preparation, and use of teaching materials,
including lesson plans and multimedia aids.
Senior Standing.
EDU316 The Teaching of Science in
Secondary Schools [3-0, 3 cr.]
This course is a study of the objectives,
problems, and procedures, appropriate for the
secondary school, with emphasis on preparing
plans, the use of demonstrations, experiments,
science curriculum projects, and reference
materials.
Prerequisites: EDU201 Fundamentals of
Education, and Junior Standing.
EDU319 Teaching Reading [3-0, 3 cr.]
This course is a study of the modern trends and
issues in the teaching of reading as applied
to English, with emphasis on practical work,
to acquaint students with the processes of
reading, and to improve their competency in
these skills.
EDU321 Children’s Literature [3-0, 3 cr.]
This course is an exploration of the various
types of children’s literature. It aims at
developing critical analysis of the purposes,
and the strategies for teaching, and the
evaluation of literature for children.
EDU331 Educational Technology [3-0, 3 cr.]
This course is a study of the interrelated uses
of instructional materials and techniques in
education at both the primary and secondary
levels. The course is designed to prepare
prospective teachers to serve society in the
present technological era.
EDU332 Educational Measurement
[3-0, 3 cr.]
This course is a critical examination of the
basic principles and techniques of testing, and
evaluation, in the total education process, and
the use of modern software for basic statistical
techniques needed for the analysis of tests.
The focus is on the preparation, use, and
analysis, of various school tests.
EDU414 Methods and Materials in ECE
[3-0, 3 cr.]
This course involves an examination of the
processes of planning appropriate learning
environment, materials, and experiences that
meet the developmental needs of students or
groups of children in a classroom setting.
EDU419 Internship [1-2, 3 cr.]
This course is a laboratory field experience
course introducing concept problems and skills
common to prospective teachers. Students
spend 60 semester hours assisting the
cooperating teacher in classroom activities,
including supervising and monitoring class
work, assisting in classroom management,
substitute teaching, and preparing various
educational materials in their area of
emphasis.
EDU420 Practice Teaching – Early Childhood
Education [1-2, 3 cr.]
This course is a field-based practicum, in
which schools serve as laboratories for student
teachers to gradually assume the obligations of
the classroom teacher. Continuous evaluation is
provided by the supervisor, and the cooperating
teacher, to enhance the student teacher’s
professional growth. It requires a minimum of
40 hours of practice in the area of emphasis.
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