Middle
Grades Education 5-9
General Knowledge
General
Courses
In the area
of general knowledge, extensive preparation in the liberal arts is
included. The general education core
requirements enable prospective teachers in the teacher education programs to
foster competencies that are essential for all teachers regardless of the level
they plan to teach. The following
courses are included in general knowledge:
Physical Education Requirement - 2 hours
PED 174 Concepts
of Fitness and Wellness
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This is a lecture/lab course. Labs consist of assessments of physical fitness and light exercise sessions that are
demonstrations of the concepts discussed during lectures. Students design and practice wellness projects (health
behavior, lifestyle changes) and fitness projects (exercise/sports programs). These are assigned for out of class
time, approximately
two-three hours per week.
Humanities Requirements - 18 hours
ENG 111 Composition....................................................................................................................................(3)
Practical instruction in the reading, planning, and writing of short essays, with emphasis on rhetorical strategies.
The final exam of the course is a departmental writing proficiency exam on which the student must make a grade
in the "C" range or
better to receive credit for the course. Prerequisite:
ENG 099 or placement by examination.
ENG 112 Composition
II ..............................................................................................................................(3)
Additional instruction and practice in writing with emphasis on argumentation and research. This course is
designed to
strengthen and refine the skills acquired in ENG 111. Prerequisite ENG 111 or ENG 114.
ENG 114 Honors
Composition I
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Practical instruction in the use of rhetorical strategies in the writing of short essays. Students will read a significant
number of literary works and will write in response to these works. Participation in class discussion is an important
element of the course. The final exam of the course is a departmental writing proficiency exam on which the student
must make a grade in the "C" range or better
to receive credit for the course.
Prerequisite; ACT English subscore of
29 or higher.
ENG 115 Honors
Composition II
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Instruction in argumentation and research in regard to literary texts. The format of this course requires active
in-class participation by students, Prerequisite: Successful completion of ENG 114, or completion of ENG
111 with a grade of A or B, an ACT or SAT equivalent English subscore of 26 or higher, and
recommendation of English
instructor.
ENG 200 Introduction
to Literature
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A study of representative selections in the genres of fiction, drama, and poetry with emphasis on interpretation and
appreciation. Critical approaches and terminology appropriate
to each genre will be considered.
Prerequisites: ENG
112 or ENG 115
COM 225 Public
Speaking
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An introduction to the major forms of speech, concentrating on the primary elements of public addresses and group
discussion. Prerequisite: ENG 111 or ENG 114. The course is a general education requirement and does
not
count toward the major or minor in Communication.
ART 103 Survey of Art from 14'h Century
to the Present
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A general survey of art from Renaissance to the present. The class will deal with western as well as non-westem art.
The course objective is to develop the ability to comprehend and evaluate concepts and issues pertaining to cultural
heritage as
embodied in the visual arts. Does not fulfill requirements toward Art major
or minor.
MUS 115 Appreciation of Music ....................................................................................................................(3)
A general course designed to promote informed listening and to provide a basic understanding of representative music
of various
periods and styles.
Religion Requirements - 6 hours
REL 213 Old Testament Introduction..........................................................
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The major segments of the Old Testament
(Torah, Prophets, Writings) viewed against their
historical backgrounds.
Prerequisites: ENG 111 or ENG 114 and
ENG 112 or ENG 115.
REL 214 New Testament Introduction
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Surveys the New Testament literature in its historical context. Principal topics of consideration include the synoptic
gospels, Acts, the Pauline correspondence,
and Johannine literature.
Prerequisites: ENG 111 or
ENG 114 and ENG 112 or ENG 115.
REL 230 World's Great Living Religions
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A historical and literary introduction to the beliefs of the world's major religions. Religions considered include Judaism,
Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism.
Prerequisite: ENG 111 o r ENG 114 and ENG 11 2or ENG
115.
Science and Mathematics Requirements - 14 hours
MTH 111 College Algebra..............................................................................
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A study of algebraic concepts and operations including products and factors of polynomials, equivalent fractions,
powers and roots, linear and quadratic equations, functions, and graphs of equations, solution of systems of equations,
and practical applications. Skills in problem solving are developed.
Prerequisites: MTH 099 or placement by
examination.
BIO 100 Introduction to Biology
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A survey course for those not taking a biology major or minor. Three hours of lecture per week accompanied by a
lab course. Prerequisite: MTH 098 or placement beyond. Co-requisite: BIO 101.
BIO 101 Introduction to Biology Lab .............................................................................................................(1)
Laboratory to accompany Introduction to Biology lecture. Three hours of lab per week. Co-requisite: BIO 100 or
consent of the instructor.
CS 101 Introduction to Computers
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For students who have no background in computers, this course discusses basic components and terminology of
computers and provides hands-on work with a computer operating system, word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
Prerequisites: MTH 098 and RED 098, or placement
beyond. Cannot be
used toward computer science major
or minor.
ES 107 Introduction to Earth Science
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A lecture course focusing on the various aspects of earth science. Topics emphasize the physical environment and may
include rocks and minerals, the structure of the earth, plate tectonics, geological history, and the development of landforms.
Prerequisite: MTH 099 or placement beyond.
Co-requisite: ES 108.
ES 108 Introduction to Earth Science
Laboratory ............................................................................................(1)
Laboratory to
accompany the Introduction to Earth Science lecture.
The class will meet for two hours each week.
Co-requisite: ES 107.
Social Science Requirements - 16 hours
HIS 221 World Civilization I
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A survey of the origins and development of world civilization from the ancient Mediterranean world to the present. Pre-
or Co- requisite: ENG 112 or ENG 115.
HIS 222 World Civilization II
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A continuation of the topics explored
in HIS 221 concerning the development and origins of world civilization.
Pre- or Co- requisite: ENG 112 or ENG 115.
PSY 110 General Psychology
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Introduces the field of psychology by examining fundamental issues in the field from various perspectives, some of
which can be resolved by moving beyond the old antitheses. For instance, the classic argument over nature versus
nurture is resolved by Albert Bandura's notion of reciprocal determinism. Topics include leaning, scientific method,
measurement, personality, mental disorders, memory, dreams, language,
cognition, behavior, and consciousness.
ECN 201 Principles of Economics I
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Overview of economics, concepts, and institutions; emphasis on the accounting, analytical, and policy aspects of
national income and product as well as public finance, money and banking,
and international trade.
Middle
Grades Specialization Option I
Middle
Grades Specialization Option 2