WATSON SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Dr. Carol Chase Thomas, Associate Dean Ms. Barbara Joyner, Academic Advisor
General information, degree requirements for all undergraduate majors in the Watson School of Education, and detailed requirements for admission are listed in the undergraduate catalogue. The requirements for admission to the Watson School of Education are listed below: REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION 1. 2. 3. 4. Completion of the University requirements in English Composition (Eng 103 or ENG 101­201), mathematics and a natural science laboratory course with a grade of “C” or better in each course. Completion of EDN 200, “Teacher, School and Society,” with a grade of “C” or better. Completion of 45 college credit hours with a minimum grade point average of 2.7 on a 4.0 scale on work attempted at UNCW. Transfer students must earn a 2.7 on a minimum of 12 hours completed at UNCW. Passing scores on teacher education entry tests (Praxis I: Reading, Writing, and Math) specified and mandated by the Board of Education of the State of North Carolina. New exemption policy for Praxis I based on SAT Scores: Students with SAT scores of 1100 or higher can be exempt from taking Praxis I. Students with SAT scores of less than 1100, but with SAT scores of 550 or better on Verbal can be exempt from Praxis I Reading and Writing, SAT of 550 or better on Math can be exempt from Praxis I Math. NOTE: Licensure requirements change, and program requirements must be adjusted to accommodate new mandated competencies and guidelines. Students must meet the Teacher Education Program requirements in place at the time of their eligibility for admission to the Watson School of Education. Similarly, they must meet the licensure requirements in effect, including mastery on Essential and Advanced Technology standards, at the time their applications are submitted to the North Carolina State Department of Public Instruction. Students are advised to check with their advisors or the associate dean’s office to stay informed of programmatic changes. NOTES TO ADVISORS: (1) Students are encouraged to declare Pre­Education with 24 hours. (2) Even though the Watson School of Education materials indicate “C”or better, a “C­” is acceptable for admission requirements. The Watson School of Education also accepts “C­” in EDN courses. (3) Students DO NOT need to have all Basic Studies completed before being eligible for admission to the Watson School of Education. (4) MAT 141 and 142 are recommended for Elementary, Special Education, Middle Grades teaching math. (5) Special Education (adapted or general) and Education of Young Children do not have academic concentrations. 08/23/06 UNCW UNIVERSITY COLLEGE 2006­2007 CATALOGUE TEACHER LICENSURE PROGRAM IN SECONDARY AND SPECIAL SUBJECTS Colleges: Arts and Sciences and Watson School of Education Programs leading to teacher licensure are offered in the secondary (grades 9­12) fields listed below: Biology English Mathematics Chemistry Geology Physics Social Studies Science Programs leading to teacher licensure are offered in the following special subject (grades K­12) fields: French Music Physical Education & Health Spanish Students who major in history, political science or sociology may fulfill subject matter requirements for social studies licensure by completing a minimum of 21 collateral hours in three social studies areas other than the discipline of major concentration. HST 101, 102, 103, 201, and 202 and PLS 101 must be completed as well as at least one course in each of the following areas: Economics Geography Sociology/Anthropology ECN 125 is strongly recommended Students who major in biology, chemistry, earth science or physics may fulfill requirements for science licensure by completing 21­23 semester hours in three science areas other than the discipline of major concentration. A minimum of two courses from each discipline is required. Physics 260 is required. Students wishing to prepare themselves as secondary or special subject teachers are must fulfill degree requirements in an appropriate academic discipline, be admitted to the Watson School of Education, and complete the appropriate sequence of professional courses listed in the catalogue. Professional Studies – Secondary Education and Foreign Languages To earn teacher licensure in secondary education or foreign language education, 40 hours of EDN courses are required. Secondary education and foreign language students pursuing licensure in secondary education (9­12) or foreign language education (K­12) must complete the following requirements in addition to those of the specialty area. Professional Core: The following courses should be completed before admission to the Teacher Education Program, usually in the sophomore year: _____EDN 200 & EDNL200 Teacher, School and Society (4) _____EDN 203 Psychological Foundations of Teaching (3) _____PSY 223 Life Span Human Development (3) Prerequisite: PSY 105 _____EDN 301 Instructional Design and Evaluation (3) [Note: Not required for Music, PE and Health] _____EDN 303 Instructional Technology (3) (Meets Computer Competency Requirement) Professional Studies: Students seeking secondary and special subject licensure must complete the following courses: _____EDN 321 Meeting Needs of Special Students in High Schools (2) _____EDN 356 Reading in the Secondary School (3) _____EDN 403 and lab for ENG Choose one of the following: Theory and Practice in Teaching Secondary English 9­12 (4) or 404 and lab for Math Theory and Practice in Teaching Secondary Mathematics 9­12 (4) or 405 and lab for Social Studies Theory and Practice in Teaching Secondary Social Studies 9­12 (4) or 406 and lab for Science Theory and Practice in Teaching Secondary Science 9­12 (4) or 407 and lab for Foreign Language Theory and Practice in Teaching Secondary Foreign Language 9­12 (4) Professional Semester: EDN 402 Classroom Management in Secondary Schools (1) [Note: Not required for Music, PE and Health] EDN 408 Instructional Seminar (2) [Note: Not required for Music, PE and Health] EDN 409 Practicum (12) (Meets Oral Communication Competency Requirement) [Note: Can only student teach in Spring semesters] Note: Admission to the Watson School of EDN is required for enrollment in EDN/SED courses numbered higher than EDN 303. A grade of “C” or better is required in all professional education courses. Students may repeat courses in which they earn a grade lower than “C” only with the permission of the dean of the Watson School of EDN. A cumulative GPA of 2.70 is required for eligibility for the practicum semester. Additional Note: Students seeking certifications in secondary and special subject areas will not be Education majors, but they must still apply to be accepted into the Watson School of Education. For further information see the EDN WEB sites: http://www.uncw.edu/catalogue/wse.htm 08/23/06
EDUCATION COURSES EDN 105­106. EDN 200. EDN 203. EDN 204. EDN 205­206. Seminar in Education (1­1) Prerequisite: Permission of instructor Teacher, School and Society (3) EDNL 200 Field Studies (1) Psychological Foundations of Teaching(3) Introduction to Early Childhood Education (2) Seminar in Education (1­1) Prerequisite: Permission of instructor EDN 211. Principles of Leadership (3) EDN 227. Aesthetic Development in Young Children (3) EDN 230. Tutoring Individuals and Small Groups (2) Prerequisite: Employment as a tutor by a campus program or by instructor permission EDN 260. Introduction to Special Education (3) NOTE: Admission to the Watson School of Education is required for enrollment in EDN 300­ and EDN 400­level courses numbered higher than EDN 303. For prerequisites and corequisites in EDN courses numbered above 299, please consult the 2006­2007 catalogue. EDN 301. Instructional Design and Evaluation (3) EDN 302. Child Observation and Assessment (3) EDN 303. Instructional Technology (3) EDN 305. Exemplary Teacher Project 1 (1) EDN 306. Exemplary Teacher Project II (1) EDN 310. School­Community Relations (3) EDN 318. Middle School Programs and Practices (3) EDN 319. Meeting Needs of Special Students in Elementary Schools (3) EDN 320. Meeting Needs of Special Students in Middle Schools (3) EDN 321. Meeting Needs of Special Students in High Schools (3) EDN 322. The Teaching of Mathematics (K­6) (3) EDNL 322. Lab (1) EDN 323. Teaching Mathematics in the Middle Grades (6­9) (3) EDN 324. Diagnostic Teaching of Mathematics (6­9) (3) EDN 334. Social Studies Curriculum and Instruction (K­6) (3) EDN 335. Social Studies Education in the Middle Grades (6­9) (3) EDN 336. The Teaching of Science (K­6) (3) EDN 337. Inquiry­The Method of Science (3) EDN 338. The Teaching of Science (6­9) (3) EDN 339. Apprentice Field Experience (1) EDN 340. Reading Foundations (K­6) (3) EDNL 340. Literacy Lab (1) EDN 344. Literature in the Elementary School (K­6) (3) EDN 348. The Teaching of Communication Arts (K­6) (3) EDN 349. The Teaching of Health & Physical Education (K­6) (3) EDN 352. Developing Reading Competence in the Middle Grades (6­9) (3) EDN 355. Language Arts Methods for the Middle Grades (6­9) (3) EDN 356. Reading in the Secondary School (3) EDN 364. Mental Retardation in School and Society (3) EDN 366. Children and Adolescents with Learning Disabilities (3) EDN 367. Behavior Management Techniques (3) EDN 368. Diagnostic Techniques in Special Education (3) EDN 367. Behavior Management Techniques (3) EDN 369. Prescription Development in Special Education (3) EDN 370. Children and Adolescents with Behavioral Disorders (3) EDN 371. Programming and Interventions for Students with Behavioral Disorders (3) EDN 372. Programming and Interventions for Students with Learning Disabilities (3) EDN 373. Programming and Interventions for Students with Mental Disabilities (3) EDN 374. Special Education Curriculum and Instruction (3) EDN 382. Literacy Development in the Early Years (2) EDN 383. Conceptual Understandings of the Physical World (2) EDN 384. Creating Preschool Environments (3) EDN 385. Field Experiences in Early Childhood Education (1) EDN 386. Field Experiences in Infant/Toddler Education (1) EDN 387. Field Experiences Working With Children With Special Needs (1) EDN 401. School Improvement and Teacher Leadership (1) EDN 402. Classroom Management in Secondary Schools (1) EDN 403. Theory and Practice in Teaching Secondary English (9­12) (3) EDNL 403. Field Experience (1) EDN 404. Theory and Practice in Teaching Secondary Mathematics (9­12) (3) EDNL 404 Field Experience (1) EDN 405. Theory and Practice in Teaching Secondary Social Studies (9­12) (3) EDNL 404 Field Experience (1) EDN 406. Theory and Practice in Teaching Secondary Science (9­12) (3)EDNL 406 Field Experience (1) EDN 407. Theory and Practice in Teaching Foreign Languages (K­12) (3) EDNL 407 Field Experience (1) EDN 408. Instructional Seminar (3) EDN 409. Practicum (12) EDN 410. Seminar in Education (K­6, 6­9, special education) (3) EDN 411. Practicum (K­6, 6­9, special education) (12) EDN 412. Extended Practicum (3­6) EDN 414. Exploring the Cultural Arts (1) EDN 415. Education Media Design and Production (3) EDN 416. Instructional Applications of Computers (3) EDN 424. Child Guidance (2) EDN 430. Preschool Curriculum (3) EDN 431. Teaching in the Primary Grades (3) EDN 432. Interdisciplinary Curriculum and Instruction (3) EDN 446. Black Literature and Resources for Teachers (3) EDN 450. Infant and Toddler Program Models (3) EDN 451. Adaptive Practices in Early Childhood (3) EDN 460. History and Administration of Preschool Education (3) EDN 463. Child Family and Teacher Relations (2) EDN 465. Practicum in Education of Young Children (B­K) (12) EDN 466. Enhanced Practicum in Preschool Settings (3) EDN 491. Directed Individual Study (1­3) EDN 495. Selected Topics in Education (1­3) EDN 499. Honors Work in Education (2­3) 08/23/06