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for California State University, Fresno.
COURSES
Note: Students must provide their own transportation to off-campus
sites for classes, student teach ing, practice and field activities, and
defray any resulting personal expense. : Students must provide their own
transportation to off-campus sites for classes, student teach ing, practice
and field activities, and defray any resulting personal expense.
401. Multiple Subject Credential Module 1:
Curriculum, Instruction, and Intern Teaching in the Elementary School (9)
Prerequisite: admission to CalState TEACH program. Major emphasis on the
foundations of education, teaching reading and mathematics, and assessment.
402. Multiple Subject Credential Module 2:
Curriculum, Instruction, and Intern Teaching in the Elementary School (9)
Prerequisite: successful completion of CST 401. Continued work in the foundations
of education -- teaching reading and mathematics. Major emphasis in teaching
science, language arts, technology, and assessment.
403. Multiple Subject Credential Module 3:
Curriculum, Instruction, and Intern Teaching in the Elementary School (9)
Prerequisite: successful completion of CST 402. Continued work in all curricular
areas. Major emphasis in teaching social studies and mathematics, learning
theory, and models of discipline.
404. Multiple Subject Credential Module 4:
Curriculum, Instruction, and intern Teaching in the Elementary School (12)
Prerequisite: successful completion of CST 403. Continued work in all curricular
areas. Major emphasis in reading diagnosis and remediation, integrated curriculum,
technology, visual and performing arts, and physical education.
Curriculum, Teaching, and Educational Technology (CTET)
2R. CBEST Math Development (3)
Designed to further the basic skills in math for applicants to teacher
education credential programs. Students who pass the course will satisfy
the CBEST math requirement for admission into teacher education credential
studies. Students are still required to pass the CBEST to qualify for a
teaching credential. CR/NC grading only; not applicable toward baccalaureate
degree requirements.
99. Introduction to the Macintosh for Educators (1)
Provides hands-on experience in educational and classroom application of
the Macintosh Operating System, word processing, and World Wide Web navigation
and mail tools for integration into school curriculum. (Formerly CTET 180T)
100. Educational Applications of Microcomputers - Multiple Subject
(3)
Prerequisite: EHD 50 or permission of instructor. Prior passing of the Macintosh
Operating System, word processing, and telecommunications performance test
or CTET 99 is required. Methods for using computers for teacher/student
productivity, critical thinking, and grades K-8 curriculum objectives. (2
lecture, 2 lab hours)
101. Educational Applications of Microcomputers - Single Subject (3)
Prerequisite: EHD 50 or permission of instructor. Prior passing of Macintosh
Operating System, word processing, and telecommunications performance test
or CTET 99 is required. Methods for using computers for teacher/student
productivity, critical thinking, and grades 7-12 curriculum objectives.
(2 lecture, 2 lab hours)
121. Mathematics in the Elementary School (3)
Prerequisites: admission to the Multiple Subject Program and satisfy General
Education Quantitative Reasoning requirement[s] (see General
Education section). Methods and materials for developing mathematics
concepts and skills for a culturally and linguistically diverse classroom.
(2 lecture, 2 lab hours)
122. Fieldwork in Outdoor Education (1-2; max total 2)
Prerequisites: ERF 130 or 152; permission of instructor. Practice at camp
with responsibilities of counseling, camp leadership, curriculum planning,
and evaluation; utilization of resource people from several disciplines.
123. Classroom Management (2)
Classroom organization, management, and mainstreaming including focus on
the culturally, linguistically diverse student.
125. Teaching Elementary School Science (3)
Prerequisite: admission to the Multiple Subject Credential Program. Designed
to assist teacher candidates in constructing the knowledge and skills necessary
to effectively and equitably teach elementary school science in a culturally
and linguistically diverse classroom. (2 lecture, 2 lab hours) (Instructional
materials fee, $5) (Formerly CTET 125BC)
126. Social Studies in the Elementary School (3)
In-depth study of the strategies and techniques of social studies instruction.
136. Multicultural Education (3)
Assists teachers and other school personnel to acquire skills in multicultural
cur riculum design and delivery. Emphasizes language acquisition instruction
and mentoring techniques for working with students in a pluralistic society.
137. Creative Dramatics (3)
(See DRAMA 137.)
150. Curriculum and Instruction in the Elementary School (3)
Prerequisites: admission to the Multiple Subject Credential Program, ERF
130 and 140 (or concurrent enrollment) and EHD 110 and LEE 146 taken concurrently.
Examines integrated curricula in K-8 classrooms, purpose and use of the
California Frameworks, curricular reform, trends, and assessment. Instructional
strategies for diverse populations are examined. (2 lecture, 2 lab hours)
158. Communication and Learning (3)
(See COMM 114.) No credit will
be given if the student has taken COMM 114.
159. Curriculum and Instruction in Secondary Schools (3)
Prerequisites: admission to the Single Subject Credential Program; ERF 152
or concurrent enroll ment. Instructional planning, methodologies of teaching
and learning, evaluation techniques, motivation, classroom management and
discipline, preparation and evaluation of materials. Microteaching practice
and analysis. (2 lecture, 2 lab hours) (Instructional materials fee, $5)
161. Methods and Materials in Secondary Teaching (3)
Prerequisites: ERF 152 and CTET 159 or concurrent enrollment; admission
to credential program or teaching experience. A methods course in secondary
school subjects. Instructional procedures, techniques, and resources for
teaching; appraisal of instructional innovations; classroom organization
and management; measurement and evaluative techniques. (Instructional materials
fee for Single Subject -- Art Methods and Materials enrollees, $10)
180T. Topics in Curriculum, Teaching, and/or Educational Technology (1-3;
max total 9)
Issues and topics in curriculum and instruction; elementary, middle school,
and secondary education; technology, and computer literacy.
190. Independent Study (1-3; max total 6)
See Academic Placement -- Independent
Study. Approved for SP grading.
(See Course Numbering System.)
Curriculum, Teaching, and Educational Technology (CTET)
212. Mathematics Education in the Primary Grades (3)
Mathematics content and methods for primary grades. Focus is on using research
about children's mathematical understanding and mathematics classrooms to
inform instructional decisions.
225. Integration of Technology Across the Curriculum (3)
Prerequisite: CTET 100 or 101 or permission of instructor. Identification,
evaluation, and use of advanced technologies such as microcomputers, instructional
video, laserdisc, television, and tele communications for developing teaching
materials appropriate for state curriculum framework. (2 lecture, 2 lab
hours)
227. Current Issues and Trends in Educational Technology (3)
Prerequisite: CTET 100 or 101 or permission of instructor. Focuses on the
social, economic, and psychological impacts of technology and technology
research on schools, teaching, and learning. Students examine the past and
formulate a vision of the future of educational technology through readings,
discussions, and research.
228. Developing Problem-Solving Skills with Computers (3)
Prerequisite: CTET 100 or 101 or permission of instructor. Developing prob
lem-solving skills within K-12 computing environments. Students will develop
curriculum materials, lesson plans, and teaching strategies for promoting
problem-solving skills through the effective use of applications soft ware,
problem-solving software, programming languages, and authoring systems.
(2 seminar, 2 lab hours) (Instructional materials fee, $10)
230. Planning and Implementing Innovative Technology Programs (3)
Prerequisite: CTET 100 or 101 or permission of instructor. Strategies for
implementing change in educational settings; planning for equitable technology
use; planning and instituting effective staff development programs; managing
resources, including networking equipment; locating, developing, and coordinating
funding sources; and gaining parent and community support.
250. Advanced Curriculum Theory and Analysis (3)
Prerequisite: CTET 150 or 159 or permission of program adviser. Theory and
practice of curriculum development, evaluation, and revision. Study of contemporary
problems and curriculum approaches to meet societal needs. (2 lecture, 2
lab hours) (Instructional materials fee, $5)
275. Practicum in Curriculum Development (1-6; max total 6)
Prerequisite: teaching credential. Study and application of contemporary
research in curriculum development.
280T. Advanced Topics (1-3; max total 6)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Advanced, in-depth analysis of issues
and problems in curricuwlum and instruction; elementary, middle school,
and secondary education; technology and computers in education. Emphasis
placed on advanced research.
290. Independent Study (1-3; max total 6)
See Academic Placement -- Independent
Study. Approved for SP grading.
298. Project (4)
Prerequisites: advancement to candidacy for the master's degree; B average
on 24 units of the master's program including ERF 220. See Criteria
for Thesis and Project. A project consists of a significant undertaking
appropriate to education such as the development of curricula and instruc
tional materials, educational policy, educational theory, and educational
technology. An approved proposal is required for enrollment. Approved for
SP grading.
299. Thesis (4)
Prerequisites: advancement to candidacy for the master's degree; B average
on 24 units of the master's program including ERF 220 and completion of
an acceptable thesis proposal. See Criteria
for Thesis and Project. Preparation, completion, and submission of an
acceptable thesis for the master's degree. See School of Education and Human
Development's graduate programs coordinator for school thesis guidelines.
Approved for SP grading.
(See Course Numbering System.)
Curriculum, Teaching, and Educational Technology (CTET)
380T. Topics in Education (1-6; max total 12)
Studies in theory, procedures, and application in such areas as social forces,
professional activities, technology, and instructional innovations.
Curriculum, Teaching, and Educational Technology
Degrees