This course provides an overview of the expectations and provisions for teacher candidates prior to application for admission and program entry. The orientation will convey important certification information, policies and procedures, introduce students to available resources and services, and provide the opportunity for interaction with other students, faculty and staff. This course should be taken concurrently with or prior to TED 200. Students who transfer in TED 200 from another university should take this course their first semester at UW-Superior. Course must be taken Pass/Fail. Typically Offered: Fall/Spring Online-On-Campus; J-Term and Summer online

Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.

Provides an historical, philosophical, and social foundation underlying current trends and issues in PK-12 education in the U.S. and Wisconsin. This course provides a basic understanding of pedagogical knowledges, skills, and professional dispositions necessary to proceed in an intensive program of study that prepares students to become effective teachers. A minimum grade of B in this course is required for all education majors.

Examines theories of human development from birth through adolescence. Focuses on physical, social, emotional, and cognitive aspects of development in relation to student learning. Explores contexts that shape development, including family, culture, community, environment, and schools. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors.

Supports an intensive study of issues surrounding inequality and inequities impacting student success in the U.S. schools. Critically examines issues related to prejudice and discrimination with attention to intersections of race, ethnicity, culture, class, gender, and exceptionality in schools. Focuses on anti-oppressive strategies effective in providing all students equitable opportunities to thrive academically in a supportive environment. Includes integration of WI American Indian history, culture, sovereignty, and treaty rights into K-12 curriculum. Academic Service-Learning required. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors.

Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.

Focuses on the study of learning and development theories and principles that guide the organization of successful educational experiences for K-12 students. Emphasis on the advantages and limitations of learning theories. Also addresses the relationship of diversity motivation and management to learning. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors.

Focuses on the study and implementation of the essential skills needed for successful teaching in the elementary, middle and secondary schools: Instructional planning, lesson development/implementation, and assessment in the classroom. This course includes a required pre-student teaching clinical in grades 3-5. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors.

Offered only as Continuing Education credits. May be taken in several units provided a different topic or program is studied each time as requested.

Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.

This course addresses the instructional practices that ensure all students are included and have access to the learning that occurs in a K-12 general education classroom. This includes the skills and knowledge needed to meet the needs of students receiving special education services in general education settings.

Provides students with an understanding of the history, philosophy, organization, curriculum, teaching strategies, and unique student needs associated with middle-level educational institutions. Particular emphasis placed on preparing pre-service teachers with the background necessary to effectively work with middle-level learners aged 10-14, through experience planning and maintaining a school and classroom environment suited to young adolescents. This course includes a required pre-student teaching clinical in grades 6-8. This course should be taken the semester prior to student teaching. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors.

Provides student teaching (or internship, where appropriate) experience in the developmental/subject areas needed for teacher licensure in Wisconsin. This is a full-day teaching experience that follows the calendar of the cooperating school(s) in which the student is placed. A full semester, 12 credits, is required for those seeking initial licensure. Students seeking certification at more than two levels may be required to complete additional student teaching placements while licensed candidates seeking additional certifications may be required to take fewer than 12 credits. Successful completion of courses as well as approval of student teaching application and associated documentation is required prior to registration.

Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.

Allows the student with special needs and interests to pursue particular areas and problems in education. The problem and/or plan of study requires approval of the instructor within the department who will be directing the study.