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Department of ELEMENTARY AND EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

College of Education

Chair: Vivian Fueyo; Professors: Flake, Fueyo, Hansen, Palmer, Scott-Simmons,Wolfgang; Associate Professors: Clark, Jones, McCarty-Roberts (Panama City), Piazza; Assistant Professors: Almarza, Lake, Lundeen, Rice; Assistants in Elementary Education: Davis (Panama City), Rios (Panama City); Professors Emeriti: Green, Hafner, Kirby, Kirtland, Scott, Schluck

There are three major areas of specialization in the Department of Elementary and Early Childhood Education: early childhood education, elementary education, and reading and language arts education.

The primary missions of the Department of Elementary and Early Childhood Education are: 1) to conduct research that provides new knowledge for the improvement of practice in educational settings through the ongoing publication of basic and applied educational research, the dissemination of research findings at scholarly conferences, and the seeking of external research funding; and 2) to provide excellence in the preparation of educators at the undergraduate level in the fields of early childhood education, elementary education, and social science education. For a complete listing of all requirements concerning the continuation and graduation from a teacher education program, please refer to the "College of Education" chapter in this General Bulletin.

The following are offered by the Department of Elementary and Early Childhood Education:

Early childhood education +
Elementary education +
Reading education*
* graduate only
+ limited enrollment

Program requirements for state-approved educator preparation programs are subject to revision based on changes in Section 1004.04, Florida Statutes, Public Accountability and State Approval for Teacher Preparation Programs, and State Board of Education Rule 6A-5.066, Approval of Preservice Teacher Preparation Programs.

State of Florida Common Course Prerequisites

Revisions to the 2003-2004 State of Florida Common Course Prerequisites were not available at the time this document went to press. Please refer to http://www.facts.org and click on "Academic Reference Manual." Select the 2003-2004 catalog year under the 'Common Prerequisites Manuals' subheading. Students are strongly encouraged to consult with their academic advisor prior to making any decisions based on these prerequisites.

The State of Florida has identified common course prerequisites for the following University degree programs. Specific prerequisites are required for admission into the upper-division programs and must be completed by the student at either a community college or a state university prior to being admitted to these programs. Students may be admitted into the University without completing the prerequisites, but may not be admitted into the program.

The following lists the common prerequisites or their substitutions necessary for admission into these upper-division degree programs:

Elementary Teacher Education

  1. EDF X005;
  2. EDG 2701;
  3. EME 2040;
  4. Fifty-one (51) semester hours, chosen from the following liberal arts and sciences areas: communications, mathematics, natural and/or physical sciences, fine arts and/or humanities, and social sciences. These hours must include:
    1. A minimum of nine (9) semester hours in English, including writing, literature and speech;
    2. A minimum of nine (9) semester hours in mathematics, (MGF, MGT, MAC and STA prefixes only) excluding MAT 1033, and including college algebra or higher, and geometry. MGF 1106 Liberal Arts Mathematics I meets the intent of the program approval rule with respect to the inclusion of geometry in the mathematics requirement;
    3. A minimum of nine (9) semester hours in the natural and/or physical sciences, including earth science, life science, and physical science, with a minimum of one associated lab;
    4. A minimum of six (6) semester hours in the humanities, including philosophy and fine arts;
    5. A minimum of twelve (12) semester hours in the social sciences, including general psychology and American history.

The only exception to the liberal arts and sciences requirement will be if there is a specific institutional requirement (e.g., a wellness course or a freshman seminar course) for the associate in arts or baccalaureate degree.

Education courses may not be used to meet these communications, mathematics, natural and/or physical science, humanities, or social science requirements.

In addition to EDG 2701, the student must take six (6) additional semester hours with an international or diversity focus. The eligible courses will be determined by the institution where the student is currently earning his or her AA or baccalaureate degree. Foreign language courses may be used to meet this requirement. Contact the department and/or adviser for details.

Eligible courses will be determined by the community college or university where the student currently is earning the Associate in Arts or baccalaureate degree and will be published in the institution's catalog and in the Community College Counseling Manual.

Pre-Elementary/Early Childhood Teacher Education

  1. EDF X005;
  2. EDG 2701;
  3. EME 2040;
  4. Fifty-one (51) semester hours, chosen from the following liberal arts and sciences areas: communications, mathematics, natural and/or physical sciences, fine arts and/or humanities, and social sciences. These hours must include:
    1. A minimum of nine (9) semester hours in English, including writing, literature and speech;
    2. A minimum of nine (9) semester hours in mathematics, (MGF, MGT, MAC and STA prefixes only) excluding MAT 1033, and including college algebra or higher and geometry. MGF 1106 Liberal Arts Mathematics I meets the intent of the program approval rule with respect to the inclusion of geometry in the mathematics requirement;
    3. A minimum of nine (9) semester hours in the natural and/or physical sciences, including earth science, life science, and physical science, with a minimum of one associated lab;
    4. A minimum of six (6) semester hours in the humanities, including philosophy and fine arts;
    5. A minimum of twelve (12) semester hours in the social sciences, including general psychology and American history.

The only exception to the liberal arts and sciences requirement will be if there is a specific institutional requirement (e.g., a wellness course or a freshman seminar course) for the associate in arts or baccalaureate degree.

Education courses may not be used to meet these communications, mathematics, natural and/or physical science, humanities, or social science requirements.

In addition to EDG 2701, the student must take six (6) additional semester hours with an international or diversity focus. The eligible courses will be determined by the institution where the student is currently earning his or her AA or baccalaureate degree. Foreign language courses may be used to meet this requirement. Contact the department and/or adviser for details.

Eligible courses will be determined by the community college or university where the student currently is earning the Associate in Arts or baccalaureate degree and will be published in the institution's catalog and in the Community College Counseling Manual.

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

Professor: Wolfgang; Associate Professor: Jones; Assistant Professor: Lake

The primary goal of early childhood (primary) education is to prepare educational leaders who are capable of working with the child, the family, and the community from age three, pre-k, and kindergarten through 3rd grade. Course work and extensive field experiences prepare graduates with specializations appropriate for educating the young child and designing curriculum for young children.

Undergraduate Curriculum in Early Childhood (Primary) Education Leading to a Baccalaureate Degree and Florida Teacher Certification

An undergraduate curriculum is offered for a bachelor of science (BS) degree in early childhood (primary) education with English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) endorsement preparing students with major emphasis to teach ages three, pre-k and kindergarten through 3rd grade.

Each student preparing to teach early childhood (primary) education must take EEC 4204, 4301, 4303, 4400, 4604, 4907r, 4943; EDF 4430; EEX 4070; FLE 4591, 4794; LAE 3414, 4314; MAE 4300; RED 4310, 4510; SCE 4310; SSE 4113. These courses are restricted to admitted early childhood (primary) education majors only and must be taken in sequenced semester blocks. Students must maintain a cumulative 2.5 GPA or better in all courses completed for the program. All early childhood (primary) education students are assigned to the most appropriate location for student teaching, or to the London program, when available. Please contact the Department of Elementary and Early Childhood Education for a complete listing of course blocks and requirements.

Admission Requirements

Early childhood education is a limited access, limited enrollment program and admission is based on availability of faculty and space.Students planning to enter early childhood education must document their experiences working with a group of young children in settings such as camp counseling, teacher aide, substitute teaching, scouting team leader, swimming instructor, or a setting approved by the program prior to acceptance into the program. The program admits students once a year for the Fall term.

All students are urged to seek advising from the lower division advisors in the Office of Academic Services, 108 Stone Building. All students must complete 1) the Liberal Studies degree requirements summarized in the "Undergraduate Degree Requirements" chapter of this General Bulletin, 2) the State of Florida common prerequisite for Early Childhood majors described earlier in this section, 3) the requirements for admission into a teacher education program described in the "College of Education" chapter of this General Bulletin, 4) a "C" or better in nine (9) semester hours of college English and college math, and 5) make application into the program as follows.

Application Requirements

To be considered for admission into Early Childhood, students must submit an application and the following by March 15th for the fall semester (an interview may be required following submission of an application). Applicants are selected on the basis of the following criteria: GPA, SAT/ACT and CLAST (exemptions not accepted), relevant experience, and professional promise.

  1. Application form (available in 115 Stone Building or call (850) 644-5458);
  2. Transcript of previous coursework and documentation of test scores (SAT/ACT, CLAST) and GPA;
  3. Three (3) references forms (available from the department):
    1. One (1) from someone who taught you in either junior high school, high school or college;
    2. One (1) from someone who has observed you interacting with children; and
    3. One (1) of your choice;
  4. Essay: your response to Teaching in a Changing World (1 to 2 pages);
  5. Checklist of program requirements; and,
  6. Documentation of current coursework.

Definition of Prefixes

EEC - Education: Early Childhood
LAE - Language Arts and English Education
MAE - Mathematics Education
RED - Reading Education
SCE - Science Education
SSE - Social Studies Education

Undergraduate Courses

EEC 4204. Early Childhood Education Curriculum (3). The design and implementation of thematic curricula and direct instruction appropriate for children age 3 to grade 3. Microteaching required.

EEC 4301. Early Childhood Education Foundations (3). Introductory course to ECE primary education provides a background of ECE theory and research to be used for determining education practices.

EEC 4303. Expressive Arts for the Young Child (4). Prerequisites: Block I, ECE/UG Program; Corequisites: Block 2 courses. This course examines the role and value of the arts for the child. It explores developmental trends, appropriate practices, methods, media and curricula.

EEC 4400. Parents as Teachers (3). Examination of the need and importance of parental involvement in the education of young children. Includes strategies for promoting home/school interactions.

EEC 4604. Techniques of Child Study and Authentic Assessment (3). Investigates and utilizes data collection techniques/instruments to acquire information about young children.

EEC 4905r. Directed Individual Study (1-3). May be repeated to a maximum of twelve (12) semester hours.

EEC 4907r. Observation and Participation in Early Childhood Education (2-3). (S/U grade only.) This course offers students direct experiences with young children, organized in such a way that they have opportunities to put into practice those insights, principles, and understandings gained in the theory courses. May be repeated twice to a maximum of seven (7) semester hours.

EEC 4930r. Special Topics in Early Childhood (2-3). Current topics in early childhood are studied in depth. May be repeated to a maximum of nine (9) semester hours. May be repeated during the same semester.

EEC 4943. Student Teaching in Early Childhood Education (10). (S/U grade only.)

LAE 3414. Literature in the Elementary School (3). Corequisite: Block I. Approaches in building a literature program for the elementary grades. Critical survey of literature for children and consideration of teaching techniques.

LAE 4314. Language Arts for the Elementary School (3). Prerequisite: Block I. Corequisite: Block II. Designed to acquaint the prospective childhood teacher with effective strategies/materials for teaching the language arts and to introduce a variety of techniques for assessing growth in the area.

MAE 4300. Teaching Mathematics in the Primary Grades (3). To provide an overview of teaching mathematics in the primary grades.

RED 4310. Early Literacy Learning (3). Prerequisites: EDF 1005; EDG 2701. This course prepares pre-service teachers to teach beginning reading, targeting the needs of a wide range of learners, including those of varying abilities and from diverse cultures. The content addresses research-based strategies, materials, technology, assessment, classroom management and collaboration with other professionals and parents.

RED 4510. Teaching Reading in the Elementary School (3). Prerequisites: Blocks I and II. Corequisite: Block III. Methods and materials for teaching developmental reading based on holistic reading/language comprehension strategies and skill development.

SCE 4310. Teaching Science in the Elementary School (3). Prerequisites: Blocks I and II. Corequisite: Block III. Designed to engage the student in self-directed, meaningful science activities for positive, cognitive, and affective growth.

SSE 4113. Elementary School Social Studies (3). Prerequisites: Blocks I and II. Corequisite: Block III. Content, applications, and materials in the social sciences, K-6.

Graduate Courses

EEC 5263. Thematic Curriculum and Direct Instruction for Young Children (3).

EEC 5269. Curriculum and Play for Young Children (3).

EEC 5305. Methods and Experiences with Young Children and Families (3).

EEC 5405. Teachers and Parents: Partners in Education (3).

EEC 5525. Childrens Centers (3).

EEC 5605. Techniques of Classroom Management and Child Study (3).

EEC 5615. Issues and Trends in Early Childhood Education (3).

EEC 5665. Historical and Theoretical Bases of Early Childhood Education (3).

EEC 5671. Research in Early Childhood Education (3).

EEC 5906r. Directed Individual Study (1-3). (S/U grade only.)

EEC 5911r. Supervised Research (1-5). (S/U grade only.)

EEC 5935r. Special Topics in Early Childhood Education (3).

EEC 5942r. Supervised Teaching (1-5). (S/U grade only.)

EEC 5947. Field Laboratory Internship (1-8). (S/U grade only.)

EEC 6516. Educational Environments for Infants and Toddlers (3).

EEC 6672. Theory and Research in Young Children's Play Curriculum (3).

EEC 6932. Doctoral Seminar in Early Childhood Education (2). (S/U grade only.)

For listings relating to graduate course work for thesis, dissertation, and master's and doctoral examinations and defense, consult the Graduate Bulletin.

ELEMENTARY EDUCATION

Professors: Flake, Fueyo, Hansen; Associate Professors: Clark, McCarty-Roberts (Panama City); Assistant Professor: Almarza, Lundeen, Rice; Assistants in Elementary Education: Davis (Panama City), Rios (Panama City)

An undergraduate curriculum is offered leading to a bachelor of science (BS) degree in elementary education with English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) endorsement preparing students to teach grades 1 through 6. Courses in elementary education are restricted to elementary education majors only. Prospective applicants who already have a bachelor's degree in another major are encouraged to seek admission to the master's degree program in elementary education.

Admission Requirements

Elementary education is a limited access, limited enrollment program based on availability of faculty and space. Students planning to enter elementary education must 1) Complete the Liberal Studies requirements summarized in the "Undergraduate Degree Requirements" chapter of this General Bulletin; 2) Complete the State of Florida common course prerequisites for elementary education majors described earlier in this section; 3) Meet the requirements for admission into a teacher education program described in the "College of Education" chapter of this General Bulletin; 4) Achieve a "C" or better in nine (9) semester hours of college English and college Math; and 5) Make application into the program as follows.

Application Requirements

To be considered for admission into elementary education, students must submit an application and the following any time prior to but not later than March 15 (fall semester) or October 15 (spring semester). Applicants are selected on the basis of the following criteria: GPA, SAT/ACT and CLAST (exemptions not accepted), relevant experience, and professional promise.

  1. Application form (available in 115 Stone) or on-line at http://www.fsu.edu/~eece/ElemEduc;
  2. Transcript of previous coursework and documentation of test scores (GPA, SAT/ACT, CLAST, exemptions not accepted);
  3. Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5;
  4. Three (3) reference forms (available from the department):
    1. One (1) from someone who taught you in your freshman or sophomore year of college;
    2. One (1) from someone who has observed you interacting with children; and
    3. One (1) of your choice;
  5. Typed Essay: your response to Teaching in a Changing World (1 - 2 pages),
  6. Checklist of program requirements; and,
  7. Documentation of current coursework.

Required Major Courses

Each student preparing to teach elementary education must take ARE 3313C; EDE 3322, 4341, 4421, 4907; EDF 4210, 4430; EEX 4070; FLE 4591, 4794; LAE 3414, 4314; MAE 4310, 4326; RED 4310, 4510; SCE 4310; SSE 4113. These courses are restricted to admitted elementary education majors only and must be taken in sequenced semester blocks. Students must complete all courses within a block with a grade of "C" or better, and maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 to be allowed to continue to the next block. For example, courses in Block I must be taken together as a block and are prerequisites for entry into Block II. Please consult the Department of Elementary and Early Childhood Education for a complete listing of course blocks and requirements.

Note: all four semesters in the program require field experiences in the public schools. EDE 4943, Student Teaching in Elementary Education, is only offered in the fall and spring.

Student Teaching Alternatives

Students have an option to complete their student teaching in an approved teaching center in London for the spring semester. Information about the London Program is available from the departmental London Program representative. Additionally, three geographical areas of Florida have been designated as regions where students may complete their student teaching in approved teaching centers. The department will provide a list of approved counties for student-teaching placement. The department reserves the right to restrict elementary education students with a GPA of less than 3.0 to the local area.

Honors in the Major

The elementary education program offers honors in the major to encourage talented juniors and seniors to undertake independent research as part of the undergraduate experience. For requirements and other information, see the "University Honors Program and Honor Societies" chapter of this General Bulletin.

Definition of Prefixes

CGS - Computer General Studies
EDE - Education: Elementary
LAE - Language Arts and English Education
MAE - Mathematics Education
RED - Reading Education
SCE - Science Education
SSE - Social Studies Education

Undergraduate Courses

EDE 3201. The Teacher in the Elementary and Middle School (3). Corequisite: Block I. Investigation of the role of the teacher from perspectives of planning, curriculum, organization, management, and problem solving.

EDE 3322. The Child in the Elementary and Middle School (3). Corequisite: Block I. Investigation of children from diverse cultural settings in the context of elementary school learning, curriculum, and teaching.

EDE 4341. Technology and Learning for Elementary and Middle School (3). Prerequisite: EME 2040 or permission of instructor. Designed to help preprofessional teachers use technology for the development of higher learning skills. Included in the technology content will be animated graphics, scanned pictures, and linked files. Students will be working with students in schools applying concepts from the class. Students will acquire technology skills that will allow them to develop electronic professional portfolios.

EDE 4421. Classroom Organization and Pupil Evaluation (4). Prerequisites: Blocks I, II, and III. Corequisite: Block IV. Designed to promote growth, awareness, and competence in the areas of classroom organization and pupil evaluation.

EDE 4905r. Directed Individual Study (1-3). May be repeated to a maximum of twelve (12) semester hours.

EDE 4907r. Directed Field Experiences (1-8). (S/U grade only.) Corequisites: Block I, II, or III. Participation in a public school classroom with University supervision. May be repeated to a maximum of (8) semester hours to be taken in the following manner: at least one (1) hour in Block I, one (1) hour in Block II, and two (2) hours in Block III.

EDE 4943. Student Teaching in Elementary Education (10). (S/U grade only.) Prerequisites: Blocks I, II, and III. Corequisite: Block IV.

EDE 4970r. Honors Work (3). Open to participants in the elementary education honors program. Up to twelve (12) semester hours of honors work may be taken. Six (6) thesis hours are required. Seminars are optional.

LAE 3414. Literature in the Elementary School (3). Corequisite: Block I. Approaches in building a literature program for the elementary grades. Critical survey of literature for children and consideration of teaching techniques.

LAE 4314. Language Arts for the Elementary School (3). Prerequisite: Block I. Corequisite: Block II. Designed to acquaint the prospective childhood teacher with effective strategies/materials for teaching the language arts and to introduce a variety of techniques for assessing growth in the area.

MAE 4310. The Teaching of Elementary School Mathematics (3). Prerequisite: Block I and II; Corequisite: Block III. Develops specific instructional techniques to maximize success in the child's learning of mathematics.

MAE 4326. How Children Learn Mathematics (3). Prerequisite: Block I. Corequisite: Block II. This course focuses on children's development of mathematical content and on the development of mathematics curriculum from children's view points. Technology as a tool for learning mathematics will be included.

RED 4310. Early Literacy Learning (3). Prerequisites: EDF 1005; EDG 2701. This course prepares pre-service teachers to teach beginning reading, targeting the needs of a wide range of learners, including those of varying abilities and from diverse cultures. The content addresses research-based strategies, materials, technology, assessment, classroom management and collaboration with other professionals and parents.

RED 4510. Teaching Reading in the Elementary School (3). Prerequisites: Blocks I and II. Corequisite: Block III. Methods and materials for teaching developmental reading based on holistic reading/language comprehension strategies and skill development.

SCE 4310. Teaching Science in the Elementary School (3). Prerequisites: Blocks I and II. Corequisite: Block III. Designed to engage the student in self-directed, meaningful science activities for positive, cognitive, and affective growth.

SSE 4113. Elementary School Social Studies (3). Prerequisites: Blocks I . Corequisite: Block II. Content, applications, and materials in the social sciences, K-6.

Graduate Courses

CGS 5112. Using Computer Graphics as an Instructional Tool (3).

CGS 5113. Using Computer Simulation as an Instructional Tool (3).

EDE 5225. The Elementary School, K-6 (3).

EDE 5227. The Integrated Curriculum in the Elementary and Middle School (3).

EDE 5266r. Current Issues and Trends in Elementary Education (3).

EDE 5324. Promoting Thinking in the Elementary School (3).

EDE 5346. Technology in Elementary and Middle School (3).

EDE 5511. Organization for Classroom Instruction in the Elementary School (3).

EDE 5526. Systematic Procedures of Observation (3).

EDE 5906r. Directed Individual Study (1-3). (S/U grade only.)

EDE 5910r. Supervised Research (1-5). (S/U grade only.)

EDE 5931r. Special Topics in Elementary and Middle School Education (3).

EDE 5940r. Supervised Teaching (1-5). (S/U grade only.)

EDE 6805. Perspectives of Teacher Professional Development (3).

EDE 6935r. Doctoral Seminar in Elementary Education (3). (S/U grade only.)

EDE 6937. Advanced Research Seminar in Elementary Education (3). (S/U grade only.)

EDS 5356. Supervision of Associate Teaching (3). (S/U grade only.)

MAE 5318. The Topics and Teaching of Elementary School Mathematics (4).

MAE 5655. Computers in Mathematics Education (3).

For listings relating to graduate course work for thesis, dissertation, and master's and doctoral examinations and defense, consult the Graduate Bulletin.

READING AND LANGUAGE ARTS

Professors: Palmer, Scott-Simmons; Associate Professor: Piazza

Reading education and language arts is a graduate program offering degrees at the master's, specialist, and doctoral levels. For more information, refer to the Graduate Bulletin. However, the program does offer several undergraduate courses that are part of the teacher education curriculum.

Definition of Prefixes

LAE - Language Arts and English Education
LIS - Library and Information Studies
RED - Reading Education

Undergraduate Courses

RED 4360. Teaching Reading in Middle/Secondary Schools (3). A course designed to introduce prospective teachers to developmental and corrective reading practices.

RED 4905r. Directed Individual Study (1-3). May be repeated to a maximum of twelve (12) semester hours.

Graduate Courses

LAE 5319. Teaching Oral and Written Expression in the Elementary School (3).

LAE 5349. Language and Literacy Development through Storytelling/Storywriting (3).

LAE 5415. Investigation in Children's Literature (3).

LAE 5515. Language and Literacy Assessment (3).

LAE 5738. Linguistic Research in Language Education (3).

LAE 5931r. Special Topics in Elementary Language and Literature (1-3).

LAE 6746. Theory and Research in Language Education (3).

LIS 5566. Multicultural Literature and Information Resources for Children and Young Adults (3).

LIS 5567. International Literature for Children and Young Adults (3).

RED 5109. The Development and Assessment of Emergent Reading and Writing (3).

RED 5147. Foundations of Developmental Reading (3).

RED 5337. Supervision and Instruction in Secondary School Reading (3).

RED 5385. Teaching Reading to Adult Illiterates (3).

RED 5546. Diagnosis of Reading Disabilities (3).

RED 5548. Correction of Reading Disabilities (3).

RED 5646. Trends and Issues in Reading (3).

RED 5865. Leadership Practicum in Reading and Language Arts (3).

RED 5906r. Directed Individual Study (1-3).

RED 5911r. Supervised Research (1-5). (S/U grade only.)

RED 5945r. Supervised Teaching (1-5). (S/U grade only.)

RED 5947. Seminar and Practicum in Reading and Language Arts (3). (S/U grade only.)

RED 6747. Theory and Research in Reading (3).

RED 6938r. Doctoral Seminar in Reading and Language Arts (1-3). (S/U grade only.)

For listings relating to graduate course work for thesis, dissertation, and master's and doctoral examinations and defense, consult the Graduate Bulletin.

EMOTIONAL DISTURBANCE/LEARNING DISABILITIES:
see Special Education

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