WATSON
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
Dr. Hank Weddington, Associate Dean
Ms. Tanya Croom, 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
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Completion of the University requirements in English Composition (Eng 103 or ENG 101-201), 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 4 semesters or two academic years of full time college study, or completion of required Basic
Studies program with a minimum grade point average of 2.7 on a 4.0 scale on work completed 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 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 Pre-Education 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.
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UNCW UNIVERSITY COLLEGE
2008-2009 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 9-12) fields listed below:
Biology
English
History
Chemistry
Geology
Mathematics
Programs leading to teacher licensure are offered in the following special subject (grades K-12) fields:
French
Music
Physical Education & Health
Science
Social Studies
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 21-23
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 (9-12) or foreign language education (K-12) 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
Professional Studies: Students seeking secondary and special subject licensure must complete the following courses:
_____EDN 301
Instructional Design and Evaluation (3) [Note: Not required for Music, PE and Health]
_____EDN 303
Instructional Technology (3) (Meets Computer Competency Requirement)
_____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 9-12 (4)
or 404 and lab for Math
Theory and Practice in Teaching Secondary Mathematics 9-12 (4)
or 405 and lab for Social Studies Theory and Practice in Teaching Secondary Social Studies 9-12 (4)
or 406 and lab for Science
Theory and Practice in Teaching Secondary Science 9-12 (4)
or 407 and lab for Foreign Language Theory and Practice in Teaching Secondary Foreign Language 9-12 (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/ed/degrees.html
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EDUCATION COURSES
Seminar in Education (1-1)
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
EDN 200.
Teacher, School and Society (3)
EDNL 200 Field Studies (1)
EDN 203.
Psychological Foundations of Teaching(3)
EDN 204.
Introduction to Early Childhood Education
(2)
EDN 205-206.
Seminar in Education (1-1)
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 105-106.
NOTE: Admission to the Watson School of Education is
required for enrollment in EDN 300- and EDN 400-level
courses numbered higher than EDN 303. For prerequisites
and corequisites in EDN courses numbered above 299, please
consult the undergraduate catalogue.
EDN 301.
EDN 302.
EDN 303.
EDN 305.
EDN 306.
EDN 310.
EDN 318.
EDN 319.
EDN 320.
EDN 321.
EDN 322.
EDN 323.
EDN 324.
EDN 334.
EDN 335.
EDN 336.
EDN 337.
EDN 338.
EDN 339.
EDN 340.
EDN 344.
EDN 348.
EDN 349.
Instructional Design and Evaluation (3)
Child Observation and Assessment (3)
Instructional Technology (3)
Exemplary Teacher Project 1 (1)
Exemplary Teacher Project II (1)
School-Community Relations (3)
Middle School Programs and Practices (3)
Meeting Needs of Special Students in
Elementary Schools (3)
Meeting Needs of Special Students in
Middle Schools (3)
Meeting Needs of Special Students in
High Schools (3)
The Teaching of Mathematics (K-6) (3)
EDNL 322. Lab (1)
Teaching Mathematics in the Middle
Grades (6-9) (3)
Diagnostic Teaching of Mathematics
(6-9) (3)
Social Studies Curriculum and
Instruction (K-6) (3)
Social Studies Education in the Middle
Grades (6-9) (3)
The Teaching of Science (K-6) (3)
Inquiry-The Method of Science (3)
The Teaching of Science (6-9) (3)
Apprentice Field Experience (1)
Reading Foundations (K-6) (3) EDNL 340.
Literacy Lab (1)
Literature in the Elementary School
(K-6) (3)
The Teaching of Communication Arts
(K-6) (3)
The Teaching of Health & Physical Education
(K-6) (3)
EDN 352. Developing Reading Competence in the
Middle Grades (6-9) (3)
EDN 355. Language Arts Methods for the Middle
Grades (6-9) (3)
EDN 356. Reading in the Secondary School (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 (9-12) (3) EDNL 403. Field Experience (1)
EDN 404. Theory and Practice in Teaching Secondary
Mathematics (9-12) (3) EDNL 404 Field Experience (1)
EDN 405. Theory and Practice in Teaching Secondary Social
Studies (9-12) (3) EDNL 404 Field Experience (1)
EDN 406. Theory and Practice in Teaching Secondary
Science (9-12) (3)EDNL 406 Field Experience (1)
EDN 407. Theory and Practice in Teaching Foreign
Languages (K-12) (3)
EDNL 407 Field Experience (1)
EDN 408. Instructional Seminar (3)
EDN 409. Practicum (12)
EDN 410. Seminar in Educ. (K-6, 6-9, special education) (3)
EDN 411. Practicum (K-6, 6-9, special education) (12)
EDN 412. Extended Practicum (3-6)
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 (B-K) (12)
EDN 466. Enhanced Practicum in Preschool Settings (3)
EDN 467. Non-Licensure Practicum in Early Childhood
Settings (6)
EDN 491. Directed Individual Study (1-3)
EDN 495. Selected Topics in Education (1-3)
EDN 499. Honors Work in Education (2-3)
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