• EDST 2450: Humn/Lifespan Dvlp

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Offers a multidisciplinary and holistic overview of human development from conception to old age. Examines how and why people function as they do, the physical, cognitive, social and emotional aspects of being human and inquire into how goals, interests and roles in life change over time. While this course is interesting to any student, in that we learn about ourselves, it is especially useful for those preparing for human services careers. (Offered each semester)
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• EDST 2475: Independent Study

  1.00 - 6.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Offers students the opportunity to complete special course-related work independently under direction of a college faculty member. Directed readings are done and projects are completed. Requires at least two conferences with instructor. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
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• EDST 2480: Div & Politics of School

  4.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Designed to acquaint the student with philosophical, social, and political influences on North American education, to develop an understanding of the qualities of critical thinking, to raise awareness of critical issues in education, to develop an understanding of individual differences, diversity and multiculturalism. Prerequisites: grade C or better in EDST 2450, sophomore standing, 2.5 cumulative University of Wyoming GPA, and successful completion of approved background check (offered each semester).
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• EDST 2490: Topics In:

  1.00 - 3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Course topics are investigated through a combination of readings, lectures, research, and individual and collaborative activities.
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• EDST 2550: Educational Assessment

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Designed to introduce students to key concepts and issues in classroom and standardized education assessments. Topics include standards, reliability and validity of norm- and criterion-referenced assessments, and special issues surrounding the assessment of students with special needs. Addresses the basic ideas of classroom test design. Prerequisites: Education major, Grade of C or better in QA or Q course, 2.5 or higher UW Cumulative GPA.
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• EDST 3000: Teacher as Practitioner

  6.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Begins Phase II of the teacher education sequence. Practicum experiences are integral. Links theory and philosophy to classroom practice. Focuses on three major topics: planning for educational experiences, instructional models and strategies, and managing classrooms. Prerequisites: successful completion of WA, grade C or better in QA, 2.75 cumulative GPA, Grade C or better in EDST 2480, grade C or better in ITEC 2360, Grade C or better in EDEX 2484, junior standing, current State of Wyoming substitute teaching license.
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• EDST 3100: Teacher as Practitioner

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  This course links theory and philosophy to classroom practice by addressing the following topics: 1) Instructional strategies, 2) Planning instructional experiences, and 3) Classroom management. This course should be taken concurrently with EDST 3101: Practicum 3. Students are highly encouraged to take these two courses with the same instructor. Prerequisites: Declared education major, successful completion of COM 1, grade of C or better in Q, 2.75 cumulative GPA, grade of C or better in EDST 2450, ITEC 2360, EDEX 2484, and EDST 2550, junior standing, current State of Wyoming Substitute Teacher Permit.
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• EDST 3101: Practicum 3

  2.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Practicum experience in a K-12 classroom (minimum 45 hours) to apply and reflect on theory and best practices regarding instructional strategies and classroom management. Should be taken concurrently with EDST 3100. Students are highly encouraged to take these two courses with the same instructor. Prerequisites: Declared education major, concurrent enrollment or successful completion of EDST 3100 with a C or better, successful completion of COM1 with a C or better, 2.75 cumulative GPA, successful completion of EDST 2450, ITEC 2360, EDEX 2484, and EDST 2550 with a C or better, junior standing, and current State of Wyoming Substitute Teacher Permit.
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• EDST 3200: Foundations of ESL Learning

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  This course introduces students to basic principles of second language acquisition and factors that influence the processes. Understanding the processes of language acquisition, will better equip students to plan instructional strategies that facilitate English language learners' language.
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• EDST 3480: Diversity & Politics of School

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Designed to acquaint the student with philosophical, social, and political influences on North American education, to develop an understanding of the qualities of critical thinking, to raise awareness of critical issues in education, to develop an understanding of individual differences, diversity, and multiculturalism. Prerequisites: grade C or better in EDST 2450, sophomore standing, 2.5 cumulative gpa.
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