Courses
ED-101 Orientation to Early Childhood: Prek - Grade 4 (Fall; Yearly; 3.00 Credits; S) Discusses the historical and contemporary bases of major political, economic, legal, sociological, and social issues pertaining to early childhood education through fourth grade. In addition, students review current issues in education, professionalism and ethics expected of the early childhood educator, and write a personal philosophy of education statement.Prerequisites: None
ED-110 Foundations of Education (Fall & Spring; Yearly; 3.00 Credits; S) Discusses the historical and contemporary bases of major political, economic, legal, sociological, and psychological issues affecting public school systems. Students review current issues in education and write a personal philosophy statement. Corequisite: ED 111.
ED-111 Foundations of Education Field Experience (Fall & Spring; Yearly; 1.00 Credit; S) The field experience is an integral component of the teacher training model at Juniata College. The purpose of the field experience is to provide teacher education candidates with an opportunity to observe the application of multiple philosophies, concepts, theories, and strategies in a classroom setting. Corequisite: ED 110.
ED-120 Child Development and Early Learning (Fall & Spring; Yearly; 3.00 Credits; S) Examines typical and atypical physical, cognitive and social-emotional development and behavior from conception through middle childhood. Topics include prenatal development and factors that contribute to at-risk conditions, language, personality, social behavior, the role of schools and families and theories of learning and development. Assignments include direct observation of young children. Prerequisites: None. Education majors must take ED121 with ED120.
ED-121 Child Development Lab: Observation and Assessment in Pre-K (Fall & Spring; Yearly; 1.00 Credit; S) Provides a field experience with preschoolers in the Juniata College Early Childhood Education Center. Interaction strategies and styles are modeled and discussed. Includes objective anecdotal recording of children's behavior, interpretation of that behavior in light of developmental theory, and analysis of typcial and atypical development. Preference is given, to students seeking PA certification and is required for Elementary and Early Childhood certification. Prerequisite or Corequisite: ED 120 or permission of the instructor.
ED-130 Adolescent Development (Fall & Spring; Yearly; 3.00 Credits; S) Examines human physical, cognitive, and social-emotional development from preadolescence through young adulthood. Topics include: identity, sexuality, and gender issues; emotional and behavioral challenges of adolescence and the role of family, schools, and peers on development. Preference will be given to education majors.
ED-199 Special Topics (Variable; Variable; 1.00-4.00 Credits; S) Provides students, particularly those not seeking certification, with experience organizing and communicating knowledge in their fields of study. This may be accomplished in public schools or other areas of social/community work, e.g., community health programs or family planning agencies. Note: titles may vary each semester; students may take each course for credit.
ED-201 Educational Technology (Either Semester; Yearly; 3.00 Credits; S) Introduces eductional technology and computer systems and their current applications in the classroom. Topics to be covered include office programs, Web 2.0 programs, multimedia programs, course management systems or web-page construction; classroom presentation software; use of assistive technology; software evaluation. Prerequisties: ED110 and ED111 and ED120 and ED121. ED130 may be taken as an alternate prerequisite for ED120/ED121 only.
ED-210 Music, Movement, & Art in Early Childhood (Spring; Yearly; 3.00 Credits; F) ED 210 examines the elements, principles, and themes of all art forms within the context of early childhood and primary school settings. Students analyze art forms from historical and cultural perspectives, demonstrate the functions of developing and implementing a play that includes all art forms, and explore and design environments to promote the arts. Activities include developing lessons plans, creating an activity file, developing and presenting a play, and visiting music and art classes in public school settings. Also, students will attend and critique art and theatre presentations held on and off campus. Prerequisites: ED120 and ED121. Correquisites: ED223.
ED-212 Advocacy and Partnerships: Leadership in Collaberation in ECE (Spring; Yearly; 3.00 Credits) This course introduces students to the importance of advocacy, partnerships, and leadership in education. From an ecological perspective, students will learn interrelated systems and their impact on public education, early childhood education, children, and families. Focus will be placed on communication and collaboration skills necessary for effective decision and problem solving. This course has a CW designation.
ED-219 Environmental Education: Past & Future (Spring; Yearly; 1.00 Credit; S) Environmental Education is becoming a primary focus and mandated in K-12 schools in Pennsylvania. We'll explore the historical roots, review the standards, review research and prominent researchers in EE, determine the essential elements and find and develop environmental lessons to be incorporated in today's classrooms.
ED-223 Math For Young Learners (Spring; Yearly; 3.00 Credits; S) This course is designed as the first of three courses in Math and Science for PreK- to Grade 4 certification candidates. Math is all around us and an early start in conceptual mathematics will promote understanding and problem solving for young learners. This course is designed to introduce appropriate teaching strategies that highlight both NAEYC and NCTM standards for the mathematical development of the child. Prerequisites: ED120 and ED121. Corequsites: ED210.
ED-240 Introduction to Students With Exceptionalities (Fall & Spring; Yearly; 3.00 Credits; S) Introduces the culture of exceptionalities within the public special education system. Historical, philosophical, educational, and legal perspectives will be presented. Students will learn the categories of exceptionalities, general characteristics of individuals with exceptionalities eligibility criteria, and the referral process for special education services. Professional and community resources, inclusion and other current issues will be discussed. Prerequisites:ED110 and ED111 and ED120 and ED121. ED130 may be taken as an alternate prerequisite for ED120/121 only.
ED-250 PA Literacy Corps (Spring; Even Years; 2.00 Credits; S) Involves college students in local efforts to help overcome literacy problems experienced by adults in Huntingdon County. Students volunteer with adults who are in need of basic skills, pursuing their General Education Development diploma (GED), enrolled in family literacy programs, and/or developing job readiness or job advancement skills.
ED-299 Special Topics (Variable; Variable; 1.00-4.00 Credits; S) Provides students, particularly those not seeking certification, with experience organizing and communicating knowledge in their fields of study. This may be accomplished in public schools or other areas of social/community work, e.g., community health programs or family planning agencies. Note: titles may vary each semester; students may take each course for credit.
ED-300 Issues and Studies in Early Childhood Development (Fall & Spring; Yearly; 1.00 Credit; S) A series of seminars on contemporary issues in child development, early education and child care. Special emphasis is placed on current research. Note: titles may vary each semester; students may take each Issues course for credit. Prerequisite: ED 120 and ED121and sophomore, junior or senior standing.
ED-300A Phonemic Awareness (Fall; Yearly; 1.00 Credit; S) Examines current teaching methods, materials, and assessment of phonemic awareness in the early childhood classroom. Prerequisites: ED120 and ED121 and Sophomore or above standing.
ED-300B Case Studies in Early Intervention (Fall; Variable; 1.00 Credit; S) By completing case studies involving children and families, students address common situations in early intervention that require development and implementation of family-centered practices. By doing so, students practice and apply educational theory; reflect thoughtfully; question assumptions and generalizations; critically examine facts; respect differing views, attitudes and beliefs by examining issues from more than perspective; communicate their ideas effectively and defend their ideas, make decisions, and problem solve. Prerequisites: ED120 and ED121 and Sophomore, Junior or Senior standing.
ED-300C Cultural Reciprocity (Either Semester; Even Years; 1.00 Credit; S) Focuses on building cultural understanding in parent-professional relationships. The students will examine their own and others' cultural beliefs in order to work with families in educational settings. Particular focus is on studying families whose youngest members have or are at risk for developing a disability. Prerequisites: ED120 and ED121 or ED130.
ED-300D Resiliency in Children (Fall; Variable; 1.00 Credit; S) Increases student knowledge about risk factors and vulnerabilities in the lives of young children as well as protective factors that contribute to resiliency. This course focuses on the explanatory style of children and the role it plays in the development of optimism and the prevention of depression. Discussion of the literature and its relevancy to teachers and caregivers of young children is a primary component of this course. Prerequisites: ED120 an ED121 and Sophomore or above standing.
ED-300P Play (Spring; Variable; 1.00 Credit; S) Provides students with in-depth view on play. Current research, teaching methods, and materials utilized for play in the early childhood environment will be examined. Prerequisites: ED120 and ED121 and sophomore or above standing.
ED-300S Sign Language I (Variable; Yearly; 1.00 Credit; S) Provides the learner with the understanding of the basic signs used by the deaf and hearing-impaired persons. Goals of the class include problems of communicating with the hearing impaired or deaf persons, as well as a knowledge of basic sign language and word endings. Prerequisites: ED120 or ED130.
ED-301 Sign Language II (Variable; Yearly; 1.00 Credit; S) Provides the student with a more advanced vocabulary with the linguistic structure of the language and the principles in building ed 302 Prerequisite: ED300.
ED-302 Sign Language III (Variable; Yearly; 1.00 Credit; S) Sharpens everyday communication skills. Students will gain the use of rapid finger spelling in combination with the language of signs for proper nouns, names, addresses, and words that have no signs. The class will also provide a further study of the use of possessives, plural tenses, word markers, and appropriate facial expressions and body language in their use of the language signs. Prerequisite: ED301.
ED-305 Urban Experience (Variable; Yearly; 3.00 Credits; S) Philadelphia Urban Field Experience seminar. Prerequisites: ED110 and ED111 and an Education POE. Trip takes place in May. Note: A special course fee is assessed.
ED-308 Science Olympiad Leadership (Spring; Yearly; 1.00-3.00 Credits) Offers the opprotunity for active participation in the planning, designing, and implementation of the Science Olympiad State Competition held at Juniata each year. Register with permission of instructor.
ED-310 Children's Literature (Fall; Yearly; 3.00 Credits; S) Offers an overview of the various genres of children's literature and the role of children's literature in promoting development in young and school age children. Students will explore the use of children's literature as a vehicle for integrating the curriculum, evaluate different types of literature, and practice various storytelling techniques. They will develop an understanding of contemporary issues in children's literature, develop criteria, select literature that is developmentally appropriate for children and carry out a literature project in an elementary classroom that addresses the PA Academic Standards and Early Learning Standards. Prerequisites:ED110 and ED111 and ED120 and ED121.
ED-314 English Language Learners (Either Semester; Yearly; 1.00 Credit; S) Discusses the historical, legal, and cultural issues pertaining to meeting the educational needs of English language learners. Students will review current issues about English language learners. Students will also be introduced to best practices in instruction and assessment strategies for working with English language learners in the general education classroom setting. Prerequisite: ED120 and ED130.
ED-320 Mathematics Methods (Fall & Spring; Yearly; 3.00 Credits; S) Introduces the content, teaching methodology, and assessment of mathematics concepts in elementary school curriculum within the framework of PA Academic Standards in Mathematics. Emphasis is placed on understanding connections among mathematical concepts and their application to problem solving situations. Prerequisites: ED110 and ED111 and ED120 and ED121.
ED-330 Language and Literature I K-1st (Spring; Yearly; 3.00 Credits; CW,S) Emphasizes methodologies of teaching the language arts (listening, speaking, reading, writing, viewing, and visually representing), including special educational needs in language learning. Students gain experience in planning lessons that address the PA Academic Standards for Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening. Prerequisites: ED310 or permission of the instructor.
ED-341 Adaptations for Students With Exceptionalities (Fall & Spring; Yearly; 4.00 Credits; CW,S) This course is required for all students pursuing variety of methods for teaching students with exceptionalities, as well as students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Emphasis is placed on strategies for teaching academic content, study skills, and social skills, as well as adaption's for curriculum and materials, management of group and individual behavior in the classroom, and effective collaboration with parents and professionals. Successful completion of a field experience in an educational setting is a requirement. Prerequisites: ED110 and ED111 and ED240.
ED-342 Assessment and Planning for Young Learners (Fall; Yearly; 3.00 Credits; S) Introduces students to the purposes, types, and uses of assessment for students with exceptionalities. Students learn about the critical linkage between assessment and instructional planning, the use of assessment data in eligibility, programming, and placement decisions, and considerations for legal, ethical, and effective assessment practices. Both formal and informal assessment tools are presented. Prerequisites: ED120, ED121, ED130, and ED240.
ED-350 Science Methods for Young Learners: Stem II (Either Semester; Yearly; 3.00 Credits; S) Reviews and designs appropriate science and health content for the various levels of the elementary school. After studying principles and teaching methods, students design and teach 2 lessons in an elementary classroom. Prerequisites: ED110 and ED111 and ED120 and ED121. ED130 may be taken as an alternate prerequisite for ED120 /ED121 only.
ED-390 Field Experience in Elementary Education (Fall & Spring; Yearly; 1.00-3.00 Credits; S) A field experience in which students apply much of theory learned. This practicum is not the normal student teaching that is required for certification. Prerequisites: ED110, ED120 and ED121. Note: Available by permission only.
ED-392 Field Experience in Secondary Education (Fall & Spring; Yearly; 1.00-3.00 Credits; S) A field experience in which students apply theory they have learned in a middle or high school setting. This practicum is not the normal student teaching that is required for certification. Available by permission only. May be repeated up to a maximum of 9 credits.
ED-394 Field Experience in Outdoor Education (Fall & Spring; Yearly; 1.00 Credit; S) A unique hands-on outdoor classroom, residential, environmental, education experience at Shaver's Creek. Students must commit 24 hours a day for five days to participate in training; supervise children; teach lessons in natural history, ecology and cultural history; lead group problem solving activities; and provide a positive role model for children. Students must obtain permission from professors and make-up all work before their week at Shaver's Creek. This course may be repeated up to three times for credit. Prerequisites: ED110 and ED111 and ED120 and ED121 or permission of the instructor.
ED-395 Field Experience in Early Childhood Education (Fall & Spring; Yearly; 1.00-3.00 Credits; S) A field experience designed for students seeking early childhood certification. This course is especially desirable for students who have done or will do field experiences at the elementary level. Prerequisites:ED120 and ED121. Course may be repeated up to a total of 3 credits. Available by permission only.
ED-396 Practicum in Special Education (Fall & Spring; Even Years; 1.00-3.00 Credits; S) A field experience primarily designed for students seeking special education certification. This course provides students with opportunities to gain more experience working with students with special needs in educational settings. Prerequisites: ED 341 Available by permission only.
ED-398 Methods for Foreign Language Education (Fall; Yearly; 4.00 Credits; CW,CS,S) This course is for students interested in teaching foreign languages or English as a foreign language or second language (ESL). This course provides a thorough introduction to contemporary theories and methods of language pedagogy. Students seeking k-12 certification in foreign languages may take this course instead of ED420 after completing study abroad. It may also be taken by those students who have an interest in teaching English abroad. International students who are here for a semester or a year should also consider taking this course. Prerequisites: ED110 and ED111 and ED130 and ED240 and ED341.
ED-399 Special Topics (Variable; Variable; 1.00-4.00 Credits; S) A more advanced version of the 299 Special Topics course. See ED 299 for a description. Note: titles vary each semester; students may take each Special Topics course for credit.
ED-400 Curriculum and Methods in Early Childhood Education (Fall; Yearly; 4.00 Credits; CW,CS,S) Emphasizes curriculum models, theory, methods and materials in early education. The focus is on play, early literacy, and their relationship to development. Theory is translated into practice with special consideration given to developmental needs and interest of preschoolers, skill acquisition, PA Early Learning Standards, project, ans unit approach, curriculum development, teacher roles, and interpersonal communication skills. Students apply skills in a field experience at the Early Childhood Education/Early Intervention Center. Prerequisites: ED110 and ED111 and ED120 and ED121.
ED-410 Families and Teachers in Early Childhood Education (Spring; Yearly; 3.00 Credits; CW,CS,S) For students preparing to teach or work with young children and families. Major emphasis is on developing interpersonal skills to enhance relationships and communication among teachers, students and families. Major requirements include home visitation, assessment, case study, portfolio development, leading family workshops, and community involvement. Note: Practicum required. Prerequisites: ED400 or permission.
ED-420 Secondary Methods (Spring; Yearly; 4.00 Credits; CW,S) Requires the application and practice of skills in content area reading and writing, planning for instruction, development of curriculum, evaluation and assessment of learning, and classroom management. Students are required to complete a field experience in their upcoming student teaching placement. Prerequisites: ED341, junior or senior standing. Corequisites: Secondary science and math majors require ED421. Secondary English and Social Study majors require ED422. Note: Students must have reliable transportation. (3.0 overall GPA required)
ED-421 Secondary Math/Science Methods (Spring; Yearly; 1.00 Credit; S) Prepares secondary math and science students to face the realities of teaching in the secondary math or science classroom. Inquiry learning is the vehicle of future educational endeavors. We must be prepared to move beyond the classroom to offer students real-life experiences that help them to develop into scientifically and mathematically literate individuals. Creating such an experience is the goal of this course. Prerequisites: ED341. Corequisites: ED420.
ED-422 Sec.Eng./Sec.SS Methods (Spring; Yearly; 1.00 Credit; S) Students complete a pre-student teaching field experience in their upcoming fall semester student teaching placements and meet for a seminar each week to discuss current issues. Assignments include but are not limited to lesson plans, a learning log, and documentation of their pre-student teaching learning experience. Prerequisites: ED341. Corequisites: ED420.
ED-430 Language and Literature II 2nd-4th (Fall; Yearly; 3.00 Credits; CW,S) Building on ED330 Language and Literacy I, three themes are woven through the course: assessing students' literacy development; helping students develop as strategic readers and writers; and managing the classrooms and curriculum for literacy instruction. Emphasis is placed on meeting the individual learning needs of all the children and on application of the PA Academic Standards for Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Listening standards. Prerequisites: ED310 and ED330. Corequisites: ED431 and ED432 and ED433.
ED-431 Creative Activities (Fall; Yearly; 1.00 Credit; S) Examines the developmental theory, teaching methodology, and integration of art, music, and physical education in the classroom. Students are required to design and implement lesson plans and a group presentation. Students make onsite visits to art, music and physical education classes in public school settings. Required of all students in Early Childhood, Elementary and Unified Special Education certification programs. To be taken the semester just prior to the student teaching semester. Prerequisites: ED310 and ED330. Corequisites:ED430.
ED-432 Social Studies in Early Childhood (Fall; Yearly; 3.00 Credits; S) Focuses on current trends, materials and teaching methods used in elementary social studies. Students review texts, select and organize content for units, practice appropriate teaching strategies, and learn to individualize instruction. Focus is placed on inquiry and social studies as a thinking skills approach. Prerequisite: ED330 and permission. Corequisites: ED430 and ED431.
ED-433 Pre-Student Teaching Laboratory (Fall; Yearly; 1.00 Credit; S) Pre-Student Teaching Field Experience Seminar. Prerequisites: ED310 or ED330. Corequisites: ED430 and ED431.
ED-440 High Incidence Disabilities (Spring; Yearly; 3.00 Credits; S,CW) This course focuses on academic and social instruction for students with high incidence disabilities, specifically, learning disabilities, mild mental retardation, emotional and behavior disorders. Students complete case studies, administer a functional behavioral analysis, and a behavior support plan. Students also develop a curriculum portfolio that addresses current research relevant to students with high incedence disabilities. Prerequisites: ED341.
ED-441 Low Incidence Disabilities (Spring; Yearly; 4.00 Credits; S) Examines research-based practices for instruction and behavior management for students with low incidence disabilities, specifically severe cognitive impairments, low vision and blindness, autism, spectrum disorder, physical or health disabilities, and traumatic brain injury. Students complete a practicum in an educational setting allowing them to apply concepts and techniques discussed in class. Students complete a series of assignmnets in the practicum setting including functional behavioral analysis, implementation of a behavioral plan, lesson plan development and implementation. Case studies and field trips are included in the seminar format course. Prerequisite: ED341.
ED-450 Student Teaching (Fall & Spring; Yearly; 14.00 Credits; S) The capstone experience for students preparing for certification to teach in a preschool, elementary, middle, or secondary schools. Students synthesize and apply knowledge of developmental theory, content, and teaching methodology as they design, implement, and evaluate learning experiences in an intensive internship in the classroom. Prerequisites: Both require all certification requirements and permission. Students must have access to reliable transportation. Note: A special fee is assessed.Secondary Education takes place in fall and Elementary Education takes place in spring.
ED-451 Student Teaching Seminar (Fall & Spring; Yearly; 1.00 Credit; S) In conjunction with student teaching, students attend weekly seminars that are led by the college supervisors. These meetings focus on professional topics and allow students to reflect upon and share their student teaching experience. In addition, students develop interviewing techniques, become familiar with employment seeking strategies, and develop a portfolio that includes but is not limited to, a philosophy of education statement, an expanded vita, lesson plans, and documentation of professional experiences. Corequisite: ED450.
ED-452 Student Teaching/Dual Certification (Summer; Yearly; 6.00 Credits; S) The purpose of this course is to provide an additional student teaching experience for individuals who are seeking certification in more than one certification area. In order to enroll the student must have successfully completed all requirements including student teaching in another certification area or who hold Pennsylvania certification in another area. Prerequisite: ED450.
ED-460 Linguistics for ESL Teacher (Summer; Yearly; 2.00 Credits; S,I) This is an on-line course and includes one weekend meeting with the course instructor (Feb. 27,28,29, 2004). It will investigate the basic units of language and provide framework for understanding English as a language system. It will examine the ways in which languages are similar or different and will analyze differences between spoken and written forms and social and academics uses of English. The course explores how pedagogical issues that arise in teaching English can be explained and taught based on linguistics understandings. The course will be centered around tasks requiring knowledge of linguistics and reflection on its application to second language classroom situations. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor and recommendation of Education Department for Juniata College students.
ED-460A Linguistics for ESLTeachers (Summer; Yearly; 2.00 Credits; S,I) This is an on-line course and includes one weekend meeting with the course instructor in the spring semester. It will investigate the basic units of language and provide framework for understanding English as a language system. It will examine the ways in which languages are similar or different and will analyze differences between spoken and written forms and social and academics uses of English. The course explores how pedagogical issues that arise in teaching English can be explained and taught based on linguistics understandings. The course will be centered around tasks requiring knowledge of linguistics and reflection on its application to second language classroom situations. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor and recommendation of Education Department for Juniata College students. Register for this course if you want to complete the TESL program and receive college credit for it.
ED-460B Linguistics for ESLTeachers (Summer; Yearly; 0.00 Credits; S,I) This is an on-line course and includes one weekend meeting with the course instructor in the spring semester. It will investigate the basic units of language and provide framework for understanding English as a language system. It will examine the ways in which languages are similar or different and will analyze differences between spoken and written forms and social and academics uses of English. The course explores how pedagogical issues that arise in teaching English can be explained and taught based on linguistics understandings. The course will be centered around tasks requiring knowledge of linguistics and reflection on its application to second language classroom situations. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor and recommendation of Education Department for Juniata College students. Register for this course if you want to do the TESL program but do not want to receive college credits.
ED-461A Language Learning & Culture (Summer; Yearly; 1.00 Credit; S,I) How does it feel to be a cultural and linguistic " other " ? This course will offer a framework to help to answer that question and to prepare for the cultural and language learning experience of the field-based program in Ecuador. We will investigate theories of defining and explaining culture, the cultural adjustment process, stereotyping, prejudice, bilingualism, and biculturalism. Explores beliefs and assumptions concerning the " cultures " of students and teachers in the classroom context. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor and Recommendation of the Education Department for Juniata College Education POE students. Register for this course if you want to complete the TESL program and receive college credit for it.
ED-461B Language Learning & Culture (Summer; Yearly; 1.00 Credit; S,I) How does it feel to be a cultural and linguistic " other " ? This course will offer a framework to help to answer that question and to prepare for the cultural and language learning experience of the field-based program in Ecuador. We will investigate theories of defining and explaining culture, the cultural adjustment process, stereotyping, prejudice, bilingualism, and biculturalism. Explores beliefs and assumptions concerning the " cultures " of students and teachers in the classroom context. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor and Recommendation of the Education Department for Juniata College Education POE students. Register for this course if you want to do the TESL program but do not want to receive college credits.
ED-462A TESL: Language Acquisition. Cognition (Summer; Yearly; 3.00 Credits; S,I) This course investigates the process of first and second language acquisition and becoming bilingual /bicultural, as well as the development of literacy skills in English language learners. A practical component of the course includes language and cultural instruction. Corequisite: ED460A and ED461A and ED463A and ED464A and ED465A. Prerequisites: Instructors permission. Students registering for this course are taking the Ecuador trip and receiving college credit for the full TESL program.
ED-462B TESL: Language Acquisition. Cognition (Summer; Yearly; 3.00 Credits; S,I) This course investigates the process of first and second language acquisition and becoming bilingual /bicultural, as well as the development of literacy skills in English language learners. A practical component of the course includes language and cultural instruction. Corequisite: ED460B and ED461B and ED463B and ED464B and ED465B. Prerequisites: Instructors permission. Students registering for this course are taking the Ecuador trip but do not want college credits the courses.
ED-462C TESL: Language Acquisition. Cognition (Summer; Yearly; 3.00 Credits; S,I) This course investigates the process of first and second language acquisition and becoming bilingual /bicultural, as well as the development of literacy skills in English language learners. A practical component ofthe course includes language and cultural instruction. Corequisite: ED463C. Prerequisites: Instructor permission. Students registering for this course are taking the Ecuador trip and want credit for the courses associated with the trip only (ESL463C and/or ESL462C).
ED-462D TESL: Language Acquisition. Cognition (Summer; Yearly; 3.00 Credits; S,I) This course investigates the process of first and second language acquisition and becoming bilingual /bicultural, as well as the development of literacy skills in English language learners. A practical component of the course includes language and cultural instruction. Corequisite: ED463D. Prerequisites: Instructor permission. Students registering for this course are planning trip but do not want to receive college credit for the associated courses (ESL462D and/or ESL463D).
ED-463A Teaching ESL Practice (Summer; Yearly; 4.00 Credits; S,I) This course guides students through the process of exploring and theorizing about the classroom practice of teaching English to second language learners. A practical component of the course includes supervised proactive teaching in an international classroom. The goal is to develop the teaching skills to respond to the constantly changing classroom contexts that characterize ESL teaching in U.S. public schools. Corequisite: ED460A and ED461A and ED462A and ED464A and ED465A. Prerequisite: Instructor permission. Students registering for this course are taking the Ecuador trip and receiving college credit for the full TESL program.
ED-463B Teaching ESL Practice (Summer; Yearly; 4.00 Credits; S,I) This course guides students through the process of exploring and theorizing about the classroom practice of teaching English to second language learners. A practical component of the course includes supervised proactive teaching in an international classroom. The goal is to develop the teaching skills to respond to the constantly changing classroom contexts that characterize ESL teaching in U.S. public schools. Corequisite: ED460B and ED461B and ED462B and ED464B and ED465B.Prerequisite: Instructor permission. Students registering for this course are taking the Ecuador trip but do not want college credits the courses.
ED-463C Teaching ESL Practice (Summer; Yearly; 4.00 Credits; S,I) This course guides students through the process of exploring and theorizing about the classroom practice of teaching English to second language learners. A practical component of the course includes supervised proactive teaching in an international classroom. The goal is to develop the teaching skills to respond to the constantly changing classroom contexts that characterize ESL teaching in U.S. public schools. Corequisite: ED462C. Prerequisite: Instructor permission. Students registering for this course are taking the Ecuador trip and want credit for the courses associated with the trip only (ESL463C and/or ESL462C).
ED-463D Teaching ESL (Summer; Yearly; 4.00 Credits; S,I) This course guides students through the process of exploring and theorizing about the classroom practice of teaching English to second language learners. A practical component of the course includes supervised proactive teaching in an international classroom. The goal is to develop the teaching skills to respond to the constantly changing classroom contexts that characterize ESL teaching in U.S. public schools. Corequisite: ED462D. Prerequisite: Instructor permission. Students registering for this course are planning trip but do not want to receive college credit for the associated courses (ESL462D and/or ESL463D).
ED-464A Diversity in Education Community (Summer; Yearly; 1.00 Credit; S,I) This course explores family participation in the learning process, an introduction to multicultural education, resources of the school system and community, and the use of volunteers in the ESL classroom. The course will also examine the needs and resources available to special education students. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor and Recommendation of the Education Department for Juniata College Education POE students. Register for this course if you want to complete the TESL program and receive college credit for it.
ED-464B Diversity in Education Community (Summer; Yearly; 1.00 Credit; S,I) This course explores family participation in the learning process, an introduction to multicultural education, resources of the school system and community, and the use of volunteers in the ESL classroom. The course will also examine the needs and resources available to special education students. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor and Recommendation of the Education Department for Juniata College Education POE students. Register for this course if you want to do the TESL program but do not want to receive college credits.
ED-465A TESL: Building Community Teachers (Summer; Yearly; 1.00 Credit; S,I) This course provides an introduction to the TESOL/ NCATE standards for ESL instruction through a specific focus on use of technology in the classroom. We will create a structure to maintain professional linkages established as a result of the TESL program. Participants will be encouraged to use their class projects and literature review to develop conference presentations or published articles. Prerequisites: permission of the instructor and Recommendation of the Education Department for Juniata College Education POE students. Corequisites: ESL/ED460A and ESL/ED461A and ESL/ED462A and ESL/ED463A and ESL/ED464A. This course is for students who wish to receive credit for the full TESL program.
ED-465B TESL: Building Community Teachers (Summer; Yearly; 1.00 Credit; S,I) This course provides an introduction to the TESOL/ NCATE standards for ESL instruction through a specific focus on use of technology in the classroom. We will create a structure to maintain professional linkages established as a result of the TESL program. Participants will be encouraged to use their class projects and literature review to develop conference presentations or published articles. Prerequisites: permission of the instructor and Recommendation of the Education Department for Juniata College Education POE students. Register for this course if you want to do the TESL program but do not want to receive college credit.
ED-494 Internship/Need Paperwork (Variable; Variable; 2.00-9.00 Credits; S) See catalog.
ED-495 Internship Seminar (Variable; Variable; 2.00-6.00 Credits; S) See catalog.
ED-499 Special Topics (Variable; Variable; 1.00-4.00 Credits; S) Allows the department to offer subjects not normally taught. Prerequisites vary by title.
ED-TUT Education Teaching Assistant (Variable; Variable; 1.00-3.00 Credits; S) Teaching Assistant
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