Winter Classes!

Hello again! It's been such a long time, but I am ready to crank out some seriously awesome posts! So stay tuned!

As tradition, I'll be writing about the classes I've registered for for school next semester (January-April). I'm actually really excited for these classes, and I get a LOT more hands on experiences with projects and things I'm doing. Becoming an elementary school teacher is becoming a very real reality very quickly.

Just really quick, before I post my classes, I have to say this: One of my classes is preparing me to take the first huge State Certification test for being a teacher. I think I either take it this next semester, or the one after that. I also will be going through the background/FBI fingerprinting process this next semester, as well as starting to put together my final portfolio (which will take a long time to complete) for student teaching. I apply in the fall next year for Student Teaching!

Alright, enough with the speech! Let's get down to the nitty gritty!

ED 259 - Integrated Science
MWF 10:15-12:30
The main objective of this class is to gain a solid foundation on content in Biology, Physical Science, and Earth and Space Science so students can be confident in teaching these concepts in elementary school classes. Students will learn basic concepts and principles of science and hands-on applications to aid in teaching elementary school level science activities.

FDSCI 206 - The Science of Light and Sound
MWF 12:45-1:45
This course covers the physical characteristics of light and sound, the biological nature of the eyes and ears, and the sensation of vision and hearing through our brain's perceptual abilities. Students will evaluate the influence of music, movies, advertising, and video games on the human mind and behavior.

ED 344 - Idaho Comprehensive Literacy #1
MWF 3:15-4:15
This course teaches linguistic and language structure basics related to early reading skills. Teacher candidates learn strategies, to differentiate instruction, and access early skills of phonological awareness, concepts of print, the alphabetic principle, phonics, syllables, and morphology.

MATH 206 - Elementary Geometry
TTR 10:15-11:15
This class is for Secondary and Elementary Education students. Geometry with translations, networks, and coordinate geometry; permutations and combinations; probability and statistics, including its misuse; geometry as shape, transformation and measurement; Geometer's Sketchpad; Logo

FDREL261 - Introduction to Family History
TTR 11:30-12:30
Doctrine is taught through various readings and discussions. Students will develop their own personal record management program. They will use several important family history websites. Family history projects will be completed. Roughly half of the class time will be conducted in a lab setting to allow practice of skills.

ED 341 - Elementary Art Methods
TTR 12:45-1:45
This course provides K-12 pre-service teachers instructional experience in the visual arts. Emphasis is placed on the elements and principles of design, integration of the visual arts throughout the curriculum and instructional strategies aligned with the National Art Standards.