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ELML119__FIRST YEAR SEMINAR FOR ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE LEVEL EDUCATION 1 sh
Designed to provide an overview of elementary and middle level education and to outline program requirements to support student achievement within the Elementary and Middle Level Education Program. The students will be required to observe/participate in the schools for 20 hours in addition to class hours.  Restriction Upon Registration:  Elementary and Middle Level Education majors.
   
ELML210 __LEARNING THEORY FOR MIDDLE LEVEL LEARNERS 3 sh
Designed to give the student a more in-depth understanding of the learning process for elementary and middle level learners. Essential components of the course focus on the learner, the teacher, the patterns of instruction, the curriculum, and the development of instructional materials. The students are required to participate in the schools 20 hours in addition to class hours.  Prerequisites:  ELML119 and PSYC103
   
ELML310 __ ASSESSMENT AND DIFFERENTIATION IN THE 4-8 CLASSROOM 3 sh
An investigation into the design and evaluation of assessments for student performance in the elementary/middle level classroom. Differentiated instruction and assessment will be addressed for middle level learners including English Language Learners (ELL). Ten hours of observation will be used to view middle level adapted assessment practices include PA Alternate System of Assessment (PASA) administration in addition to class.  Restrictions Upon Registration:  Must meet candidacy requirements, have successfully completed Educational Psychology (PSYC201/317) and have presented the Developing Portfolio.
   
ELML410 __ SCIENCE METHODS I 1 sh
For preprofessional educators to practice the techniques of teaching science. The use of inquiry based learning is stressed. Science is treated more as a process than as a body of knowledge. Commercially produced science programs are reviewed. Sixteen participation hours are required in addition to class time.
   
ELML412 __ SCIENCE METHODS II 2 sh
For preprofessional educators to practice the techniques of teaching science. The use of inquiry based learning is stressed. Science is treated more as a process than as a body of knowledge. Commercially produced science programs are reviewed. Students will prepare lessons to present to peers and children in the local schools. A demonstrated understanding of science manipulatives is required. Thirty-two participation hours are required in addition to class time.
   
ELML414 __ SCIENCE METHODS III 3 sh
For preprofessional educators to practice the techniques of teaching science, including a working understanding of the 5-E Model. The use of inquiry based learning is stressed. Science is treated more as a process than as a body of knowledge. Commercially produced science programs are reviewed. Students will prepare lessons to present to peers and children in the local schools. A demonstrated understanding of science manipulatives is required. Forty-eight participation hours are required in addition to class time.
   

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