A study of the role and responsibilities of educational personnel with emphasis on development of professionalism and effective communication strategies with adults. Topics include the various codes of ethics governing the educational field, the issue of confidentiality, learners' rights and responsibilities, and challenges facing schools.

Examination of specialized educational technology. Topics include the integration of educational computer terminology, system operations, software, and multimedia in the contemporary classroom environment.

A first year college success course that concentrates on the development of personal, social, educational, and career/work adjustment knowledge and skills. A focus of the course will be on the knowledge and application of critical thinking and learning strategies integrated with computer literacy components to produce an electronic portfolio. Students will become familiar with basic computer applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, presentation graphics, e-mail, and utilization of the internet.

Principles and techniques of written, expository, and persuasive composition; analysis of literary, expository, and persuasive texts; and critical thinking. Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in READ 0200 and WRIT 0200 or English placement test equivalent.

Survey of the political, social, economic, military, cultural, and intellectual history of the
United States from the discovery of America to the present. This course provides an integration of social, political and economic history of the United States. Course topics include discovery, the colonial period; the American Revolution; establishment of the nation; political, territorial and socio-economic growth; the sectional controversy, the Civil War, and the reconstruction in the South to 1877. Prerequisites: READ 0200 or English placement test equivalent.

A survey of information regarding children with special needs including possible causes and characteristics of exceptionalities, intervention strategies, available resources, referral processes, the advocacy role, and legislative issues.

General principles for selecting developmentally appropriate strategies in core curriculum areas and planning the classroom environment. Topics address methods for supporting instructional planning and implementation of educational goals. Exploration of teamwork skills and methods for providing instructional accommodations and modifications.

Survey of the political, social, economic, military, cultural, and intellectual history of the
United States from the discovery of America to the present. This course provides as integration of social, political and economic history of the United States. Course topics include the growth of transportation and industry; the agrarian protest and movement toward economic and political reform; the creation of an overseas empire; the United States in two world wars; and the cold War and the role of the United States as a dominant world power. Prerequisites: READ 0200 or English placement test equivalent.

Fundamental skills in listening comprehension, speaking, reading and writing, including basic vocabulary, grammatical structures and culture. This course is for students who already have a significant Spanish vocabulary. (Students may take either SPAN 1311/1312 or SPAN 1411/1412 for credit but may not take both sequences for credit.)

General principles of reading instruction. Topics include emergent literacy, reading readiness, reading instruction, literacy-based environments, and a review of varied materials and techniques for teaching reading.

A study of the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive factors impacting growth and
development of children through adolescence.

Introduction to the theory and practice of politics and government in America at the national, state, and local levels, with special attention to Texas. Topics include political theory, the American and Texas constitutions, federalism, political participation and elections, the institutions of government, and domestic and foreign policies. Prerequisites: READ 0200 or English placement test equivalent.

Study of quadratics; polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and exponential functions; systems of equations; progressions; sequences and series; and matrices and determinants. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in DMTH 0200 or Math placement test equivalent.

This course examines the role of the paraprofessional educator when working with teachers, administrators, parents and students. Topics include legal, administrative, educational, and interpersonal issues.

An in-depth study of the instructional design process based on learning theories, including evaluation of models and design examples.

Continuation of the theory and practice of politics and government in America at the national, state, and local levels, with special attention to Texas. Topics include political theory, the American and Texas constitutions, federalism, political participation and elections, the institutions of government, and domestic and foreign policies. Prerequisites: READ 0200 or English placement test equivalent.

This course is a continuation of Span 1311 covering fundamental skills in listening, comprehension, speaking, reading and writing. This course includes basic grammatical structures and culture. (Students may take either SPAN 1311/1312 or SPAN 1411/1412 for credit but may not take both sequences for credit.) Prerequisite: SPAN 1311.

Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student.

An overview of bilingual education. Topics include awareness of cultural diversity, assessment strategies, teaching techniques, instructional activity development, and historical/philosophical concepts of bilingual/bicultural education.

An examination of cultural diversity found in society and reflected in the classroom. Topics include the study of major cultures and their influence on lifestyle, behavior, learning, intercultural communication and teaching, as well as psychosocial stressors encountered by diverse cultural groups.

Introduction to the use of educational software, instructional applications, and technology in the educational setting. Evaluate the use of technology for guided practice and self-paced student remediation.

A study of appropriate infant and toddler programs (birth to age 3), including an overview of development, quality routines, appropriate environments, materials and activities, and teaching/guidance techniques.

An exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teaching young children language and literacy through a play-based integrated curriculum.

This course covers practical approaches for introducing math and science concepts in an elementary classroom lab environment with an emphasis on problem solving, inquiry, and critical thinking. Topics include basic math and science concepts and properties, diagnostic testing, pedagogy, and recognizing and recommending corrective teaching strategies.

In-depth coverage of reading difficulties. Emphasis on the theories, strategies, recognition, and remediation of reading problems. Topics include assessment, direct instruction, and motivational/interactive literacy activities.

Exploration of development and implementation of curriculum for children with special needs.

A study of developmentally appropriate direct and indirect guidance techniques for use in various school environments. Topics include identification of causes of inappropriate behavior, establishing and managing routines, the environment's role in promoting positive behavior, promoting self-esteem negotiation/conflict resolution strageties, and enhancing positive self-direction. Emphasis in implementation of a behavior management plan.