* Only for students admitted to Teacher Candidacy.

EEC 522 Curriculum Planning in Elementary School 3 cr
The study of curriculum with emphasis on concepts, procedures and models particular to
curriculum in the elementary school. Curriculum study includes the context of and a process for
planning, developing, implementing and evaluating the elementary school curriculum.
EEC 523 Instructional Planning in Elementary School 3 cr
Presents an overview of factors and procedures involved in planning, developing and
evaluating the elementary school instructional process.
EEC 532 Language Development in Elementary School 3 cr
Designed to explore the multi-dimensional theory of language development and to
provide techniques and practices for develop-ment of language ability. Through correlating these
related areas, the student should grow in understanding dynamics and change in language
structure and development. Opportunities for oral and written communication are emphasized.
EEC 535 Trends in Teaching Mathematics 3 cr
This course emphasizes new methods of presenting mathematical content to elementary
school students. Various materials will be developed to promote thinking and discovery of
mathematical concepts. Opportunities are provided for developing multi-level materials
appropriate to the varied abilities and interest levels in elementary school.
EEC 536 Issues and Innovations in Teaching Social Studies 3 cr
Current issues and innovations in early childhood and elementary school social studies
teaching and learning are reviewed.
EEC 537 Teaching Science 3 cr
Current trends and issues in early childhood and elementary school science teaching and
learning are reviewed.
EEC 550 Trends in Parent Education 3 cr
A study of current trends in parent education designed to promote better home-school
communication and cooperation.
EEC 551 Seminar in Elementary/Early Childhood Education 3 cr
A seminar of topics, programs, and research in the field of elementary/early childhood
education. This course provides a forum for discussion of contemporary educational issues, and
practicum experiences in the teaching field in which the quality of performance in teaching is
evaluated.
EEC 552 Community Services for Families and Children 3 cr
Study of agencies which provide services, types of services provided, and means of
obtaining needed services.
EEC 553 Organizational Patterns and Curriculum in Early Childhood Education 3 cr
A review of organizational and curricular patterns utilized in the classroom setting for the
education of young children. A study of educators and their theories concerning learning styles
and developmental patterns in relation to the school setting and curriculum.
EEC 554 Language Development in Early Childhood Education 3 cr
Study of the language development of young children with an emphasis on provision of
classroom environment to promote growth of language.
EEC 555 Organization and Administration in Early Childhood Education 3 cr
Managing the multiple responsibilities of administrative heads of educational programs
for young children.
EEC 556 Research in Early Childhood Education 3 cr
A review of research in the field of early childhood education.
EEC 557 Practicum: 1-9 cr
Experiences in a field-setting to work with children ages N-11 under the supervision of
qualified personnel.
EEC 558 Teaching Spelling and Writing 3 cr
Analysis of methods of teaching spelling and the mechanics of writing, included review
of pertinent research in the skill areas as well as emphasis on the relationship of spelling to the
development of skills in word recognition.
EEC 560 Workshop in Elementary/Early Childhood Education 3 cr
A topical workshop in which participants have experiences in creating, designing,
constructing and using instructional materials and activities. No more than 6 hours of credit may
be applied toward a degree program.
EEC 562 Classroom Logistics and Facilitation 3 cr
To increase teacher's competencies to facilitate learning by providing a classroom
atmosphere conductive to self-discipline, participation and worthwhile learning activities.
EEC 575 Diagnosis of Learning Difficulties in Mathematics 3 cr
Analysis of diagnostic techniques for identifying children's learning difficulties in
mathematics. Prerequisite: EEC 535.
EEC 590 Special Topics 1-3 cr
Guided supervision in the identification and completion of educational tasks, such as
curriculum revision, course and/or program design, self-study for accreditation visitation, student
achievement evaluation, aesthetic experiences, consumer and career education. No more than 6
hours of credit may be applied toward a graduation degree.
EEC 592 Research Seminar 3 cr
Structured to assist graduate students in designing and implementing appropriate research
for professional growth and writing of the thesis.
EEC 594 Directed Study and Research 1 or 3 cr
Students explore through directed individual study research problems and issues of
special interest or significance in elementary or early childhood education. No more than 3 hours
of any departmental 594 courses can be accepted toward a degree program. Prerequisite:
Permission of department chair.
EEC 595 Internship: 3-9 cr
The internship is a supervised learning experience in a work setting similar to that in
which the educator will eventually be employed. The internship provides the students with an
opportunity to apply the theories and concepts learned during the graduate program of study.
Prerequisites: Candidacy and approval of the department chair.
EEC 599 Thesis 1-9 cr
A student selects a project, study, or investigation related to his area of specialization in
early childhood or elementary education. The project forms a basis for the thesis. A thesis
committee will provide direction during the investigation for and writing of the thesis.
EEC 601 Advanced Seminar 3 cr
In depth study of various curriculum areas through research reports, problem analysis and
individual evaluation of promising practices and topical issues. Each seminar participant will
concentrate on a curriculum area: e.g., arithmetic, career awareness, communication, consumer
education, humanities, natural sciences, social sciences, early reading, and psycholinguistics.
EEC 610 Diagnostic and Prescriptive Teaching 3 cr
Designed to assist teachers and school leaders in understanding the skills and techniques
necessary for diagnosing and prescribing for learners in different types of teaching-learning
settings.
EEC 622 Seminar in Curriculum and Instructional Problems 3 cr
Critical study of curriculum and instructional problems in the elementary school.
Research reviews and problem design problems are emphasized.
EEC 635 Seminar in Mathematics Education 3 cr
A study of current topics related to teaching mathematics in the early childhood and
elementary years.
EEC 690 Special Topics 3 cr
Guided supervision in the identification and completion of educational tasks, such as
curriculum revision, course and/or program design, self-study for accreditation visitation, student
achievement evaluation. No more than 6 hours will be applied toward a degree. Prerequisites:
Candidacy and approval of the department chair.
EEC 694 Directed Study and Research 1 or 3 cr
Students explore through directed study problems and issues of special interest or
significance in early childhood or elementary education. No more than 3 hours of any
departmental 694 courses can be accepted toward a degree program. Prerequisites: Candidacy
and approval of the department chair.
EEC 695 Internship 3-9 cr
The internship is a supervised learning experience in a work setting similar to that in
which an educator will eventually be employed. The Internship provides the student with an
opportunity to apply the theories and concepts learned during the graduate program.
Prerequisites: Candidacy and approval of the department chair.
EEC 699 Research Project 3 cr
The Research Project, as the culminating experience in the Instructional Specialist
Program, provides an opportunity for the candidate to synthesize and apply the various program
components in a selected instructional setting. Suitable agreements are reached with the
appropriate school systems by the candidate. Prerequisites: Candidacy and approval of
department chair.

Department of Elementary/Early Childhood Education

College of Education