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Minor in Education
Teaching skills are not limited only to those pursuing a degree in the field of education. For example, whether you are majoring in English, history or biology and hope to have a career teaching in that specialized field, or whether you are earning your B.S. in Equestrian Science and would like to educate and train other equestrian leaders in the future, a minor in education can be a step in the right direction.
This minor is an opportunity for non-education majors to develop teaching skills, and leadership skills, that will act as a viable asset in any future career they may hold.
While completing this minor does not lead to a certification in teaching, it will lay a strong foundation for those students planning to enter into a licensure program, pursue certain graduate degrees in education or obtain a non-certification based career in the education field.
The Minor in Education at William Woods University includes 15 required course credits and 3 required elective credits.
Minor Requirements
Core Credits: 9.00
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This course addresses various aspects of multiculturalism and cultural diversity such as culture, race, ethnicity, gender, class, religion, language, age, and exceptionality. By examining these micro-cultures, students will understand and use this knowledge to meet individual student needs and address cultural differences effectively in the classroom. Concepts and strategies for teaching different cultural, racial, and ethnic groups, including English language learners, are included. credits:
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Multicultural Education -U | 3 |
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A study of children with special needs who qualify for special education services. Topics include the history and legal basis of special education, the special education process, assessment and evaluation procedures, characteristics, and appropriate intervention strategies and teaching methods. Emphasis is placed on characteristics and teaching strategies for the following exceptionalities: learning disabilities, mental retardation, behavior/emotional disorders and giftedness. credits:
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Exceptional Child | 3 |
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This course is a comprehensive overview of the foundations of education in the United States. It focuses on the development of educational institutions and ideas, social forces that have influenced them and current issues affecting educators. It specifically includes a survey of the policies, procedures, portfolios and certification examinations that are part of the Missouri educator certification process. The nine Missouri Teacher Standards will be integrated, and used as a guide, throughout the course. credits:
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Foundations of Education | 3 |
Education Minor Emphasis - 9 Credits
Instructor/Trainer Emphasis - 9 Credits
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Educational Technology | 3 |
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This course addresses the special demands of content area reading and writing for both elementary and secondary students and encourages teachers in all content areas to reflect on their roles as literacy providers. An overview of the possible causes of reading difficulties and simple assessment procedures are discussed. Students will also learn teaching strategies for improved comprehension of content materials, study skills, and vocabulary. credits:
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Reading & Wrtng in the Content Area | 3 |
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Any EDU course not currently applied towards minor requirements | 0 |
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Math Emphasis - 9 Credits
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This course is designed to provide undergraduate education students an opportunity to become familiar with selected content, appropriate instructional techniques, and materials for teaching mathematics. The philosophy of teaching mathematics recommended by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum Standards, Common Core State Standards, and Assessment Standards will be emphasized. In addition, Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Subject-Specific Competencies for Mathematics Education will also be addressed. credits:
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Teaching Mathematics | 3 |
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This course will address the mathematical knowledge, skill, and processes taught in K-8 classroom settings. The course will focus heavily on both the content and process standards developed by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics and will use the six principles of mathematics as a guide. credits:
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Understanding Mathematics for Tchrs | 3 |
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Any EDU course not currently applied towards minor requirements | 0 |
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Psychology Emphasis - 9 Credits
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The study of the psychological principles that support the foundation of educational theory and practice. The student will be able to understand and apply the psychological principles that form the basis of educational theory and practice. credits:
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Educational Psychology -Q | 3 |
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The purpose of this course is to provide an overview of the typical development of a child from birth through emerging adulthood. Biological, cognitive and social development and the influencing factors will be covered. Students will be expected to apply the theories discussed in the course to improve child welfare. credits:
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Child and Adolescent Development | 3 |
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Any EDU course not currently applied towards minor requirements | 0 |
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Physical Education Emphasis - 9 Credits
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This course will provide students the opportunity to see how teaching physical education and movement concepts has evolved over time. This course will also teach students the skills necessary to become better teachers of movement based concepts through knowledge of instructional lesson design and delivery methods. Students will engage in both direct instruction and hands on activities including individual/dual sports, fitness and teamwork concepts, and team sports. credits:
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History and Philosophy of Teaching Physical Education and Movement Concepts | 3 |
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To develop an understanding and competency in teaching health, nutrition, and safety in the elementary grades. Required for K-12 Physical Education, Early Childhood, and Elementary Education majors. credits:
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Instrctnl Techniques in Health K-12 | 3 |
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Any EDU course not currently applied towards minor requirements | 0 |
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Reading Emphasis - 9 Credits
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Teacher candidates will study children’s literature and the content areas of language arts. They will create a unit plan which consists of 4 language arts lessons which are literature-based. The course includes units on language development, children’s literature, speaking, listening, spelling, grammar, punctuation, capitalization, penmanship, and interdisciplinary instruction. credits:
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Teaching Language Arts & Children's Literature | 3 |
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This course addresses the special demands of content area reading and writing for both elementary and secondary students and encourages teachers in all content areas to reflect on their roles as literacy providers. An overview of the possible causes of reading difficulties and simple assessment procedures are discussed. Students will also learn teaching strategies for improved comprehension of content materials, study skills, and vocabulary. credits:
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Reading & Wrtng in the Content Area | 3 |
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Any EDU course not currently applied towards minor requirements | 0 |
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Special Education Emphasis - 9 Credits
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Instructional, classroom and student strategies involving mild/moderate cross categorical disabilities are provided. Readings, lectures, discussions and assignments focus on researched differentiated instruction. Prerequisite: EDU231 credits:
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Cross Categorical Disabilities | 3 |
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Language and communication disorders of students with special needs are investigated. Topics include normal language acquisition, language development of exceptional children, language problems and deficits, implications of language disorders and delays for learning, assessment, instructional strategies, and treatment. Prerequisite: EDU231 credits:
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Language Development | 3 |
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Any EDU course not currently applied towards minor requirements | 0 |
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