Concepts in Biology w/ Lab (BIOL 101 )

Study of the nature and interaction of living things on the planet. Includes cell organization; diversity and structure of plants and animals; DNA and genetics; ecology; and evolution.

Speech Communication
(CMST 131)

or

Small group Communication (CMST 132 )

C- or better required
Effective oral communication. Introduction to human communication theory. Practice in gathering, organizing, and presenting material in speeches to persuade, inform, and interest.

C- or better required
This course examines communication in small group processes such as group development, group climate, leadership and roles, problem solving, and conflict. Participation in an in-class small group helps facilitate individual and group improvement.

Academic Writing
(ENGL 130 )

C- or better required
Instruction and practice in writing university-level expository prose.

Concepts of Phys. Science w/Lab ( GEOS 141 )

Prerequisite or Concurrent enrollment in MATH 110.
Basic concepts of motion, force, energy, chemical change, and their interactions.

Ancient Civilizations
( HIST 101 )

Examination of the political, economic, religious, and social structures of the ancient civilization

Medieval/ Modern Civilizations ( HIST 102 )

Examination of the political, economic, religious, and social structures of the medieval and early-modern civilizations

US History
(HIST 130)

Survey of American history. Development of the United States and its political, economic, social, and cultural institutions. From colonial times to the present.

Intro to Humanities
( HUMN 100 )

A broad introduction to the major forms and types of artistic expression: sculpture, architecture, painting, philosophy, literature, drama, dance, film, and music.

Concepts & Structures of Mathematics
( MATH 110 )

C- or better required
Structure of the real number system, operations on real numbers, number theory.

Concepts & Structures of Mathematics
( MATH 111 )

C- or better required
Problem-solving, probability and statistics, measurement and the metric system, geometry.

Any area A3 equivalent
( PHIL 102 )*

C- or better required
A practical course in clear thinking and sound reasoning, which includes training in recognizing and avoiding the most commonly made mistakes in reasoning.

Government; local/state/national
( POLS 155 )

An investigation of Who gets What, When, and How in national, state, and local politics. Also includes principles of American governmental institutions, federal systems, congress, president, and courts.

Social Cultural Context of Psychological Development
(PSYC 151 )

Examination of social and cultural influences on emotional, social, and intellectual development. Specific emphasis on children raised in lower socioeconomic environments as well as children of American Indian, Mexican-American, and black cultures.

Children's Literature in Performance
( THEA 311 )

Development of the skills for effective dramatization of literature in the elementary classroom or children's theatre, including creative dramatics, storytelling, oral interpretation and group readings.

Field Biology w/ Lab
( BIOL 342 )

Prerequisites: Concepts in Biology.
Plant and animal morphology, classification, and ecological relationships examined through field and laboratory study

Concepts in Earth and Space Science w/Lab
( GEOS 342 )

Prerequisites: Concepts of Phys. Science w/Lab.
Fundamental concepts in (1) the solar system and the universe, (2) the structure and composition of the solid Earth, and (3) Earth's atmosphere and water.

ENGL 333 (110) Advanced Composition for Teachers

Prerequisites: ENGL 130 (or its equivalent) with a grade of C- or higher. Advanced practice in writing and in using writing in the classroom for single and multiple-subject credential candidates. This is a writing proficiency, C- or better required.

ENGL 341 (101) Reading Literature

Basic concepts involved in the study of literature, interpretation and criticism of literary works, and suggestions for helping others understand and appreciate literature.

ENGL 371 (121) Principles of English Language

An introduction to linguistics. Topics include language acquisition, language structure, language variation, and languages of the world.

KINE 302 (PHED 102) Foundations of Childhood Physical Education

This course is designed to present a knowledge base of physical education that includes the analysis of movement skills and movement patterns, physical fitness, and how physical education is inherently linked to health and wellness. Also studied in this course will be children's motor development and how emotional, cognitive, and social growth characteristics influence motor development.

MATH 310* (112) Patterns & Structures in Mathematics

not currently available online

Prerequisites: MATH 110, MATH 111. An intuitive investigation into mathematics to find recurrent themes. Problem-solving techniques and a search for patterns will be used throughout a discussion of topics such as modular arithmetic, complex numbers, mathematical sequences and their applications.

SOSC 301 (101) Spatial (Geographical) Concepts

This course covers the five themes of geography (location, place, human-environmental interaction, movement, and region) for use in the K-12 classroom. The impact of these themes on physical geography, human culture, and economic development is also emphasized. Skills include mapping of data, using appropriate geographical software, creating charts and diagrams, and interpreting information contained in an atlas.

SOSC 302 (102) Temporal Concepts; California Ethnic History ( Ethnic)

This course focuses on the immigration and subsequent history of California's different ethnic groups. It explores their interactions and the effects on the social, political, and economic development of the state.

SOSC 303 (103 ) Cultural Concepts (Non-Western)

This is an exploration of the fundamental concepts of human biological, social, and cultural evolution. It is a comparative study of adaptation, social organization, religious and other ideological systems in contemporary non-Western societies. With a multidisciplinary approach, the course covers the biological basis of human social behavior, fossil evidence for human evolution, and relevant ethnographic and archaeological evidence of human social evolution.

ARTS 493*: Development of Children's Art
not currently available online

or

MUSC 326*: Music for Children
not currently available online

Art in the lives of children: art and child development; artistic and aesthetic understanding; creative expression; historical and cultural heritage; introduction to the profession and its practice.

Analysis of sequential concepts necessary for understanding the structural elements of music. Development of skills needed to promote musicality in children.

EDTE 302 (102) Access & Equity in Education

Prospective teachers examine sociopolitical issues of education relative to current demographics of California schools, integration of multicultural education, and promotion of social justice. Candidates identify, analyze, and minimize personal and institutional bias and explore the complexities of living and teaching in a pluralistic, multicultural society. Candidates identify barriers English Learners experience in becoming full participants in the school program and strategies for assisting students in overcoming these barriers.

45 Hours of Guided Classroom Experience. Requirement Met by;

EDTE 255 (meets prerequisites for multiple credential programs, info available here)

Prospective teachers acquire planned, structured observations and experiences in K-12 classrooms. Placements are made in selected schools and classrooms that demonstrate exemplary practice as described in the California Standards for the Teaching Profession and represent California's diverse student population. Dialog/discussion sessions assist prospective teachers in making connections between subject matter courses, personal, social and emotional growth, and life in the K-12 schools. Prospective teachers are encouraged to begin introductory school experiences as early as possible in the subject matter program.

ENGL 470 ( 232) Second Language Acquisition)

Prerequisites: ENGL 371. Introduction to major issues in second language acquisition and teaching. Includes 3.0 hours field experience with second language learner(s).

HCSV 450 (260) Health Science for Elem. Teachers (must be taken within 7 years of earning Credential)

Addresses major health issues affecting the child, including, but not limited to, health promotion and disease prevention, nutrition, substance use and abuse, and sexuality. Overview of health instruction framework for California public schools.

PSYC 355 (202) Child & Adolescent Psychology

Physical, mental, social, and emotional factors of human growth and development from infancy through adolescence. Supervised experience working with children is strongly encouraged.

PSYC 414 ( 214) Psychology of Teaching

Prerequisites: PSYC 355, faculty permission.
Applications of principles of the psychology of human learning and development and counseling to educational practice. Prospective teachers analyze their motivations, personal value systems, role conceptualizations, and self-attitudes in relation to demands of the teaching profession. Concepts of emotional, social, and cognitive development as well as of childhood learning and motivation are applied to development of learning experiences for elementary school children.

PSSC 390: Food Forever

How ecological factors, technology, and human values interact to determine available choices of food and its production. Consequences of these choices in terms of community structures, resource allocations, and stability of agro-ecosystems.

GEOS 330: Environmental Science

Prerequisites: One Physical Science course and one Life Forms Science course.
Human impact on life-support systems; use of physical and ecological principles in environmental management and protection; discussion of land use and its environmental impact; and an evaluation of human influence on natural cycles.

RECR 448: Methods and Materials for Environmental Education

Experiential-oriented survey of methods and materials for teaching environmental concepts in schools, communities, nature centers, camps, and parks. Exposure to history, theory, philosophy, and goals of environmental education programs.

PHIL 329*: Environmental Ethics
not currently available online

An examination of a variety of approaches to the development of an environmental ethic, including "shallow" and "deep" environmentalism, the balance of nature argument, and the Gaia hypothesis.

RELS 358 (Fall only)
Teaching About Religion in Public Schools

An introduction to the major world religions and an analysis of legal, intellectual, and educational issues that arise in connection with the study of religions in American public schools.

SPED 343 (Fall only) Overview of Special Education

This is a survey course recommended for students interested in all types of exceptional learners and a prerequisite to professional preparation programs in the Department of Professional Studies in Education. Content includes (1) an overview of the characteristics, identification, and educational needs of special populations, (2) social, familial, biological, historical, cultural, economic, political, and legal contexts in which special education occurs, and (3) characteristics of effective programs. Includes a service learning experience.

BLMC 536 (offered online starting M06) Introduction to Multicultural Education

Examination of ways in which socio-cultural factors influence teaching/learning process for students in all classrooms. Emphasis on approaches and strategies for integrating cross-cultural concepts into content areas, evaluating instructional materials, and developing curriculum.

EDTE 520 (Fall only) [Department of Education credential prerequisite] Fundamentals of Teaching Practice

Teaching is an intellectual challenge that involves planning, facilitating, and reflecting on the process of student learning. Teacher candidates develop strategies necessary to create safe and structured learning environments and explore relationships among curriculum, instruction, assessment, and classroom climate to meet the needs of a diverse student population within a democratic society. This is a Multiple Subject Program course and is not applicable to a master's degree.

GEOG 303 (Fall & Spring) Geography and World Affairs

Geography in the news. Analysis of current world conflicts and problem areas, with an emphasis upon examination of social, economic, political, and environmental realities.

EDTE 301 (Fall & Spring) Democracy in American Public Schools

This course enhances awareness of the historical foundation, issues, and challenges of American public education within the context of a democratic society. The teacher candidate is assisted in developing, clarifying, and evaluating educational values and positions with the expressed purpose of becoming an active participant in determining the current and future direction of American public education.