Professors: S.B. Asselin; J. K. Burton; K. K. Eschenmann; C.R. Finch; J. W. Garrison; G. M. Graham; L.A. Harris; B. A. Heath-Camp; C. K. Houck; p. P. Kelly; D. M. Moore; J. K. Nespor; J. A. Niles; K. J. Redican; T. M. Sherman; J. S. Tlou; T. M. Wildman
Associate Professors: C. R. Baffi; M .A. Barksdale; B. S. Billingsley; M. Boler; K. M. Carico; K. Cennamo; T. E. Gatewood; S. W. Gilbert; G. E. Glasson; R. T. Graham; G. A. Holmes; R. V. Lalik; J. E. LaPorte; B. F. Lepczyk; B. Lockee; S. G. Magliaro; H. W. Mick; P. A. O'Reilly; W. T. Price; M. E. Sanders; J. L. Shrum; R. K. Stratton; D. L. Stewart; M. Wilson
Assistant Professors: B. R. Brand; S. Brusic; P. Doolittle; W. D. Nichols; A. Potts; C. Triplette; J. Wilkins; T. O. Williams; C. A. Young
Adjunct Professors: B. Adkins; J. M. Carroll; S. C. Eriksson; T. Head; J. King; J. Moore; K. Oliver; W. Sanders; G. R. Scales; T. Slavin; D. Southard; C. Vaccare; T. Wilkinson
The Department of Teaching and Learning provides professional education programs for prospective and experienced kindergarten, elementary, middle, secondary, and post-secondary teachers. Undergraduate programs are offered in the areas of middle and secondary education, health and physical education, and career and technical education as described below. These programs are designed to prepare students to teach in varied educational settings. In addition, the programs provide opportunities for specialization both by content and level of instruction. All students complete at least one semester of supervised field study (teacher aide) experience and ten weeks of student teaching. Some programs may require a full year of field experience. Graduate study at the master's and doctoral levels is also available in the Department of Teaching and Learning (see Graduate Catalog).
To obtain specific information about these programs and requirements associated with them, interested students should contact the program advisor in each field.
Students completing a professional education program are qualified to receive teacher licensure in Virginia. All of these degree programs are fully accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education and the Virginia State Department of Education.
Graduates of the teacher preparation programs are exceptionally well prepared for their initial teaching responsibilities and are actively recruited by school systems across the state. The College of Human Resources and Education counsels students early in their programs with respect to post-graduation placement opportunities.
Satisfactory progress is defined as completion of 30 hours in general education and 9 hours in the major by the end of the 72nd hour. Students admitted to professional studies must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above and a minimum in-major GPA or 2.5 to meet the conditions of satisfactory progress. In addition, students must have applied for and been admitted to professional studies after the completion of 57 or more hours of academic credit or, if seeking transfer after completing 57 or more hours of academic credit in another college or department, within one semester of applying for admission to an undergraduate teacher education program.
Elementary school teaching licensure (K-6) is offered through Virginia Tech's state and nationally accredited program in elementary education. Two routes are available: one is at the master's degree level and is offered in collaboration with the early childhood education program of the Department of Human Development. (See Department of Human Development.) The second route to licensure for those who already hold a bachelor's degree in an academic discipline (history or psychology, for example) can be completed in four semesters (summer, fall, spring, and summer). Both programs are field-based and involve extensive public school field studies and internships completed in conjunction with academic course work offered on campus.
To obtain specific information about the nature of these programs, interested students are encouraged to contact the program advisor. Additional information also appears in the Graduate Catalog.
1004: COLLEGE SUCCESS STRATEGIES
Study and application of strategies, skills, attitudes, and behaviors leading to effective academic learning in a college setting. Credit not applicable to meeting degree requirements; may not be repeated. (3H,3C).
1014: CADET SUCCESS SEMINAR
Strategies and skills oriented to the Cadet lifestyle leading to academic success. Credits earned in EDCI 1014 may not be used to fulfill graduation requirements; may not be repeated. (1H,1C).
2114: PERSPECTIVES IN ELEM. & MIDDLE SCHOOL ED.
Introduces preservice elementary/middle school teachers to the dynamics of teaching and learning. Focuses on the socioeconomic, political, and academic factors which influence decision making processes. Emphasis is given to future teachers' responsibilities and career opportunities. Clinical experience required. (1H,2L,2C).
2914: MUSIC EDUCATION LAB BAND
A music education laboratory band. Performance techniques, teaching methods, management procedures, materials, and literature for beginning bands. May be repeated for credit. (1L,1C) I,II.
2974: INDEPENDENT STUDY
Variable credit course.
2984: SPECIAL STUDY
Variable credit course.
3024: SOCIAL FOUNDATIONS OF EDUCATION
Development, aims, organization, and procedures of public school education. Junior standing required. (2H,2C).
3144 (FCD 3144): EDUCATION OF EXCEPTIONAL LEARNERS
Emphasizes legal, ethical, and economic bases, assessment and eligibility requirements, characteristics and educational implications, and practices pertaining to various exceptionalities. (3H,3C).
3154 (PSYC 3154): PSYCHOLOGICAL FOUNDATIONS OF EDUCATION
Emphasizes theories of human learning and the relationship of learning principles to educational practice in general. Within the context of cognitive, social, and behavorial models of learning, attention is given to instructional procedures, student motivation and discipline, and the assessment of educational progress. Junior level standing required. Pre: HD 1004 or PSYC 2004. (3H,3C) I,II.
3504: TEACHING PROBLEM READERS & WRITERS
Students, in a tutorial setting, teach an individual who is experiencing reading and/or writing difficulties. Emphasis is placed on developing a low-risk learning environment through the use of high interest, student-centered materials and strategies. (2H,2L,3C).
3724: TEACHING IN THE SECONDARY SCHOOL
Combination of early field experience with intensive instruction in methods of teaching. Introduction to the profession of teaching in a specific academic discipline accompanied by regular field experience. (2H,4L,4C).
4104: TEACHING READING & LANGUAGE IN THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Teaching of reading and language processes, with a major emphasis on the teaching of reading. Specific attention is given to the practical application of theory in the development of teaching strategies and activities as they relate to pre-reading, readiness, beginning reading, decoding, comprehension, and reading in the content area. Admission to student teaching required. X-grade allowed. (2H,2C).
4124 (PSYC 4124): PSYCHOLOGICAL FOUNDATIONS OF EDUCATION FOR PRESERVICE TEACHERS
Emphasizes applying human learning and developmental theories to the classroom setting with a focus on instructional processes and procedures, student motivation, classroom management, and assessment strategies. Participation in a 4-year and 5-year teacher education program and junior level standing required. Pre: PSYC 2004 or HD 1004. (3H,3C) I,II.
4154: LEARNING PRINCIPLES FOR TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT
Survey of current explanations of human learning, an examination of the principles drawn from these explanations, and a review of efficacious training and development practices based on these principles. (3H,3C).
4174 (PSYC 4174): STUDENTS WITH EMOTIONAL AND BEHAVORIAL DISORDERS
This course examines the characteristics and needs of individuals with emotional and behavorial disorders. Topics include history, definitions, and causes of emotional and behavorial disorders, major research findings, identification procedures, educational programming, and current issues. Co: 3144. (2H,2C).
4204: ASSESSMENT IN READING/LANGUAGE INSTRUCTION
Emphasizes the acquisition and application of principles and procedures for conducting useful instructional diagnosis for normal and problem readers. Attention is given to collecting information during daily instruction as well as formal testing settings and integrating information into an instructional plan. Admission to student teaching required. X-grade allowed. Co: 4104. (2H,2C).
4224: TEACHING SOCIAL STUDIES IN THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Explores the teaching of social studies in the elementary school. Emphasis is placed on designing units, lesson plans and evaluating social studies learning experiences for elementary school students. Admission to student teaching required. X-grade allowed. (2H,2C).
4234: TEACHING MATHEMATICS IN THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Emphasis on methods for helping children learn mathematical concepts, skills, and problem-solving techniques. Provides a basis for understanding the mathematics curriculum. Teaching strategies, materials, and learning activities related to specific mathematical topics are presented. Admission to student teaching required. X-grade allowed. (2H,2C).
4244: TEACHING SCIENCE IN THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Methods and materials for teaching science to elementary school students. Emphasis on designing, selecting, implementing, and evaluating science learning experiences. Attention given to recent developments in science education. Admission to student teaching required. X-grade allowed. (2H,2C).
4254: CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION IN ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE SCHOOL MUSIC
Methods of teaching elementary and middle school music. Emphasis on Kodaly, Orff, and traditional basal series approaches to teaching music in elementary and middle schools. (3H,3C).
4284: STUDENTS WITH SPECIFIC LEARNING DISABILITIES
This course examines the characteristics and needs of individuals with learning disabilities. Topics include history, definitions, and causes of learning disabilities, major research findings, identification procedures, educational programming, and current issues. Co: 3144. (2H,2C).
4304: TEACHING THE LANGUAGE ARTS IN THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Teaching of writing, listening, speaking, spelling, grammar, etc. Specific attention is given to the practical application of theory in the development of teaching strategies and activities as they relate to the language arts in the elementary school. Admission to student teaching required. X-grade allowed. (2H,2C).
4404: TEACHING CONTENT AREA READING IN MIDDLE AND SECONDARY SCHOOLS
Examines problems encountered by middle and secondary school personnel in dealing with particular content area reading problems. Focuses on specific practical classroom approaches, activities, and aids for addressing general and particular reading, comprehension, and study deficiencies. Remedial strategies also are discussed for the non- and less-than-literate readers. (3H,3C).
4414: TEACHING COMPOSITION: METHODS AND MATERIALS
Application of relevant theory and research to instructional strategies for teaching the composing process. Emphasizes methods for generating student writing, teaching revision, and evaluating writing, as well as instructional materials. (3H,3C).
4424: LITERATURE FOR ADOLESCENTS
Discussion and analysis of factors involved in selection and use of literature for junior and senior high school students, and research related to that selection: Reading interests and needs of adolescents, classroom uses of various types of literature. X-grade allowed. (3H,3C).
4604: ASSESSMENT OF STUDENT LEARNING
This course examines both traditional and alternative methods of assessing student learning within a classroom environment, including the writing and evaluation of selection and supply test questions, the construction and evaluation of portfolio, informal, and alternative assessments; assessment, evaluation, and use of standardized tests; and the construction of a coherent grading plan. Pre: Junior standing required. (3H,3C) I.
4614: INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY: AUDIO-VISUAL AND COMPUTER USES
An introductory instructional technology course. Principles and production of audio-visual materials and methods of instruction. Application of microcomputers in instruction, emphasizing computer literacy, programming and evaluation of instructional software. Course in methods of teaching, field teaching experience, or teaching experience required. Pass/Fail only. (2H,3L,3C).
4744: TEACHING IN THE SECONDARY SCHOOL
Intensive instruction in the methods of teaching in a content area (English, foreign language, mathematics, music, science, or social studies) before and during the student teaching experience. Emphasis on classroom management, effective use of technology, lesson design and presentation, and long-term planning. Pre: 3724. Co: 4754. (3H,3C).
4754: INTERNSHIP IN EDUCATION
Planned program of clinical practice in education under the direction and supervision of a university supervisor and a selected practitioner. Recommendation of program area and successful completion of Professional Studies requirements required. Variable credit course. X-grade allowed.
4964: FIELD STUDY
Variable credit course. X-grade allowed.
4974: INDEPENDENT STUDY
Variable credit course. X-grade allowed.
4984: SPECIAL STUDY
Variable credit course.
4994: UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH
Variable credit course. X-grade allowed.
Teacher preparation programs are available for qualified students who plan to teach at the middle, junior, or senior high school levels. The student selects a teacher preparation program with a major in the College of Arts and Sciences in the fields of history, English, foreign languages, social science (economics, geography, political science), mathematics, music, and science (chemistry, biology, geology, physics). College of Arts and Sciences majors in these fields complete option programs or master's degree programs comprised of the professional education course sequence (English, social studies, and science education are graduate-level only programs).
2914: MUSIC EDUCATION LAB BAND
A music education laboratory band. Performance techniques, teaching methods, management procedures, materials, and literature for beginning bands. May be repeated for credit. (1L,1C) I,II.
3724: TEACHING IN THE SECONDARY SCHOOL I
Combination of early field experience with intensive instruction in methods of teaching. Introduction to the profession of teaching in a specific academic discipline accompanied by regular field experience. (2H,4L,4C).
4404: TEACHING CONTENT AREA READING IN MIDDLE & SECONDARY SCHOOLS
Examines problems encountered by middle and secondary school personnel in dealing with particular content area reading problems. Focuses on specific practical classroom approaches, activities, and aides for addressing general and particular reading, comprehension, and study deficiencies. Remedial strategies also are discussed for the non- and less-than-literate readers. (3H,3C).
4414: TEACHING COMPOSITION: METHODS & MATERIALS
Application of relevant theory and research to instructional strategies for teaching the composing process. Emphasizes methods for generating student writing, teaching revision, and evaluating writing as well as instructional materials. (3H,3C).
4424: LITERATURE FOR ADOLESCENTS
Discussion and analysis of factors involved in selection and use of literature for junior and senior high school students and research related to that selection: reading interests and needs of adolescents, sources of literary materials for adolescents, classroom uses of various types of literature. X-grade allowed. (3H,3C).
4744: TEACHING IN THE SECONDARY SCHOOL II
Intensive instruction in the methods of teaching in a content area (English, foreign language, mathematics, music, science, or social studies) before and during the student teaching experience. Emphasis on classroom management, effective use of technology, lesson design and presentation, and long-term planning. Pre: 3724. Co: 4754. (3H,3C).
4754: INTERNSHIP IN EDUCATION
Planned program of clinical practice in education under the direction and supervision of a university supervisor and a selected practitioner. Recommendation of program area and successful completion of Professional Studies requirements required. Variable credit course. X-grade allowed.
4964 FIELD STUDY
Variable credit course. X-grade allowed.
1004: COLLEGE SUCCESS STRATEGIES
Study and application of strategies, skills, attitudes and behaviors leading to effective academic learning in a college setting. Credit not applicable to meeting degree requirements; may not be repeated. (3H,3C).
1014: CADET SUCCESS SEMINAR
Strategies and skills oriented to the Cadet lifestyle leading to academic success. Credits earned in EDCI 1014 may not be used to fulfill graduation requirements; may not be repeated. (1H,1C).
2974: INDEPENDENT STUDY
Variable credit course.
2984: SPECIAL STUDY
Variable credit course.
3024: SOCIAL FOUNDATIONS OF EDUCATION
Development, aims, organization, and procedures of public school education. Junior standing required. (2H,2C).
3144 (HD 3144): EDUCATION OF EXCEPTIONAL LEARNERS
Emphasizes legal, ethical, and economic bases, assessment and eligibility requirements, characteristics and educational implications, and practices pertaining to various exceptionalities. (3H,3C).
3154 (PSYC 3154): PSYCHOLOGICAL FOUNDATIONS OF EDUCATION
Emphasizes theories of human learning and the relationship of learning principles to educational practice in general. Within the context of cognitive, social, and behavioral models of learning, attention is given to instructional procedures, student motivation and discipline, and the assessment of educational progress. Pre: PSYC 2004. (3H,3C).I, II.
4124: PSYCHOLOGICAL FOUNDATIONS OF EDUCATION FOR PRESERVICE TEACHERS
Emphasizes applying human learning and developmental theories to the classroom setting with a focus on instructional processes and procedures, student motivation, classroom management, and assessment strategies. Pre: PSYC 2004 or HD 1004; participation in a 4-year or 5-year teacher education program and junior level standing. (3H,3C) I,II.
4154: LEARNING PRINCIPLES FOR TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT
Survey of current explanations of human learning, an examination of the principles drawn from these explanations and a review of efficacious training and development practices based on these principles. (3H,3C).
4604: TESTS & MEASUREMENTS
The construction of teacher-made tests, the treatment of scores, and the assignment of grades. An introduction to elementary psychometric theory, standardized and classroom testing. (3H,3C).I.
4614: INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY: AUDIO-VISUAL & COMPUTER USES
An introductory instructional technology course. Principles and production of audio-visual materials and methods in instruction. Application of microcomputers in instruction, emphasizing computer literacy, programming and evaluation of instructional software. Course in methods of teaching, field teaching experience, or teaching experience required. Pass/Fail only. (2H,3L,3C).
4974: INDEPENDENT STUDY
Variable credit course. X-grade allowed.
4984: SPECIAL STUDY
Variable credit course.
4994: UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH
Variable credit course. X-grade allowed.
Please see the Graduate Catalog for graduate course listings.
The program in Health and Physical Education offers the bachelor of science leading to K-12 certification as a health and physical education teacher in Virginia.
The course of study prepares the future teachers to design and deliver contemporary elementary, middle, and high school health and physical education programs. It is consistent with the nationwide trend towards de-emphasizing competitive team sports and focuses instead on the process of guiding youngsters to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to become physically active and healthy for a lifetime.
The curriculum is field based. Students have a variety of teaching experiences in the schools prior to a full semester of student teaching, which is evenly divided beween an elementary and a seondary school.
In addition to the undergraduate degree, the department also offers distance learning master's (MSED) degrees for K-12 physical educators, as well as a master's and course of study leading to either the Ed.D. or Ph.D. in the area of health promotion. The doctoral program (Ed.D. or Ph.D.) in physical education teacher education is for experienced teachers who desire to work at universities as physical education teacher educators.
Undergraduate courses in physical education are designed to prepare future teachers to design, deliver, and assess a contemporary program of physical education that guides K-12 youngsters in the process of becoming physically active for a lifetime. The course of study leads to a Bachelor of Science and also meets the licensure requirements established by Virginia's State Board of Education. The curriculum includes courses in the scientific foundations of teaching physical education, the teaching process, and contemporary curriculum development. In addition to a full semester of student teaching, a number of other courses require students to work with youngsters in neighboring schools.
1334: ADVANCED BEGINNER SWIMMING
This course will provide basic instruction in the fundamentals of Advanced Beginner swimming skills and aquatics safety. Pass/Fail only. (3L,1C).
2124: BASIC SCUBA DIVING
The course will provide basic instruction in the fundamentals of entry level scuba diving. (1H,3L,2C) II.
2134: TECHNIQUES OF COACHING TEAM SPORTS
Presents an overview of the multiple facets involved in coaching team sports. (2H,2C) I.
2204: CREATIVE DANCE
Study of the expressive elements of movement and dance and practice designing learning experiences for K-12 students. (3H,3C) I,II.
2224: HISTORY & PRINCIPLES OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Importance and influences of physical education in civilized society of the past as compared to present, analysis of the philosophies which guide the program. Must be PE Major. (2H,2C) II.
2234: INTRODUCTION TO TEACHING PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Introduction to the profession of teaching physical education. Topics include history of physical education in schools, teacher socialization, professional expectations, and development of a personal philosophy about teaching physical education. (1H,1C) I.
2254: BALLET
Study of classical ballet technique, vocabulary structures, terminology, and aesthetic values. (1H,3L,2C).
2264 (HNFE 2824): PREVENTION & CARE OF ATHLETIC INJURIES
An introduction to the techniques and principles of athletic training. (1H,3L,2C).
2314: FOUNDATIONS OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION ACTIVITIES (GYMNASTICS).
Basic foundations, techniques, and fundamentals in teaching gymnastics in school or recreation programs. Must be PE major. (1H,3L,2C).
2344: TEACHING GROUP PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
Develops competence in understanding the content for teaching group lifetime physical activities which are key aspects of school-based health and physical education programs in middle and high schools. (1H,3L,2C) I.
2354: TEACHING INDIVIDUAL PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
Develops expertise in presenting the appropriate content relevant to teaching individual lifetime physical activities which are key components of school-based health and physical education programs in middle and high schools. (1H,3L,2C) II.
2404: TEACHING FITNESS IN THE SCHOOLS
Knowledge and skills needed to develop, teach, and assess fitnesbased health and physical education classes in K-12 school settings. Pre: BIOL 1005, BIOL 1006. (3H,3C). I.
2414: SCIENTIFIC FOUNDATIONS OF HUMAN MOVEMENT
Focuses on the knowledge and skills needed to develop, implement, and teach movement activities in K-12 school settings. Pre: BIOL 1005, BIOL 1006. (3H,3C). II.
2964: FIELD STUDY
Variable credit course.
2984: SPECIAL STUDY
Variable credit course.
3034: TEACHING PHYSICAL EDUCATION FOR CLASSROOM TEACHERS
Designed for future classroom teachers who will be teaching pre-school or elementary school. Focus is on obtaining a functional understanding of a developmental program of physical education for children ages 3 - 11. (2H,3L,3C) I,II.
3085-3086: LABANOTATION
Study of recording dance movement through a system of symbols developed by Rudolf Laban. 3085: Covers elementary Labanotation skills. 3086: Covers intermediate Labanotation skills. (3H,3C) 3085: I; 3086: II.
3094: MOTOR LEARNING
Examines the cognitive and neurophysiological processes underlying motor skill acquisition and performance. Emphasis is on the application of this knowledge to the process of teaching motor skills. (3H,3C) II.
3114: TWENTIETH CENTURY DANCE
The history of ballet and modern dance is traced from the late 19th century through the current times. The emphasis is on the innovative dance styles, aesthetics, values and ideas that have shaped the development of twentieth century dance. Pre: ENGL 1106. (3H,3C) I,II.
3124: BALLET STUDIO
This course concerns the movement idiom of ballet and is for those students who have mastered the rudiments of ballet technique. It focuses on the refinement of ballet technique, curriculum development, and projects in creative design. Repeated for different content (total 6 credits). Pre: 2254. (2H,3L,3C) I.
3204: LEGAL ISSUES AFFECTING SPORT
The study of legal theories, principles, and cases as they apply to the various aspect of sport including, but not limited to, player injuries, facility management, product liability, and constitutional issues. Junior standing required. (3H,3C) II.
3214: ETHICAL ISSUES AFFECTING SPORT
The study of ethical theories, principles, and case studies as they apply to various aspects of sport. This includes, but is not limited to, differing frameworks for ethical analysis, athletes as moral leaders, violence, gender discrimination, race discrimination, the quality of play, and drug use in sports. Junior standing required. (2H,2C) I.
3714: TEACHING SKILLS FOR PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Analysis and acquisition of generic teaching skills for physical education. Conceptualization and practice of pedagogical behavior for physical education settings. Intensive focus on effective teaching skills for student skill acquisition. Management, instruction, skill analysis, observation, and videotaped evaluation in peer teaching and micro teaching. (3H,3L,4C) I.
4024: ASSESSMENT IN TEACHING HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Study of the techniques used in assessment of teaching in health and physical education to K-12 students. Included in this course will be an identification of the elements of alternative assessment, the performance of assessments, and the creation of appropriate methods for displaying and disseminating assessment results. (3H,3C) II.
4114: ADMINISTRATION & ORGANIZATION OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Guiding principles and procedures in administration and organization of physical education on secondary and collegiate levels. Includes instruction on facilities, budgets, personnel, legal liability, policy-making, public relations, intramurals, and athletics. Junior or Senior standing and Physical Education major required. (3H,3C) I.
4134: ADAPTED PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Basic characteristics of various disabling conditions, and how to adapt physical education programs to assist in meeting specific needs of persons with such conditions. Particular attention is given to the implications of the Education for All Handicapped Children Act of 1975 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. (2H,3L,3C) I.
4154: PSYCHOLOGY OF COACHING ATHLETICS
Evaluates coaching theories as applied to athletic performance with the primary emphasis on the psychological aspects of sport skill performance. (3H,3C) I.
4314: CONTEMPORARY STUDIO
This course concerns the commonalities and distinctions within movement idioms of contemporary dance. It focuses on differentiating movement style and blending forms, the refinement of dance performance, curriculum development, and projects in creative design. Repeated for different content (total 6 credits). Pre: 3124. (2H,3L,3C) II.
4614: PRACTICUM IN SPORT MANAGEMENT
Planned program of clinical practice in sport management under the direction and supervision of a university supervisor and a selected practitioner. (Maximum 6C). Minimum GPA 2.0 and approval of advisor required. Pass/Fail only. Variable credit course.
4724: CHILDRENS PHYSICAL EDUCATION CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION
Designed for future physical education teachers. Development of an understanding of an overall theoretical framework of children's physical education based on skill themes, movement concepts, and generic levels of skill proficiency. Emphasis on understanding the theoretical concepts through reading, discussion, movement, and self-appraisal. Pre: 3714. (2H,3L,3C) II.
4734: CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION FOR SECONDARY PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Integration and analysis of curriculum and teaching models for secondary physical education. Emphasis on appropriate selection of curriculum content and transition to teaching/learning models. Unit and lesson planning and evaluation. Pre: 3714. (2H,3L,3C) II.
4754: INTERNSHIP IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Planned program of clinical practice in physical education under the direction and supervision of a university supervisor and a selected practitioner. Recommendation of program area required. Variable credit course.
4964: FIELD STUDY
Variable credit course. X-grade allowed.
4974: INDEPENDENT STUDY
Variable credit course.
4984: SPECIAL STUDY
Variable credit course.
4994: UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH
Variable credit course.
Please see the Graduate Catalog for information on graduate courses.
Undergraduate health courses focus on both content (personal health, drug education, consumer health) and process (health promotion and public health, school health, epidemiology, applied concepts of wellness, and field study). Primary prevention is the focus of these courses with a significant amount of emphasis on secondary and tertiary prevention. These courses comprise a solid concentration in health, which compliments any major, especially those with a human service or human resources perspective.
1514: PERSONAL HEALTH
Fundamental health content and theory to provide students with constructive health information necessary to meet current and future personal health needs. Special emphasis on wellness and health promotion. (3H,3C) I,II.
2564 (HNFE 2564): STANDARD FIRST AID & CPR
A standard course in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation designed to meet the certification standards of the American Red Cross and the American Heart Association. Pass/Fail only. (2H,2C) I,II.
2964: FIELD STUDY
Variable credit course.
2984: SPECIAL STUDY
Variable credit course.
3464 (HD 3464) (GEOG 3464) (HUM 3464) (NE 3464) (SOC 3464) (UAP 3464): APPALACHIAN COMMUNITIES
The concept of community in Appalachia using a multidisciplinary approach and experiential learning. Interrelationships among geographically, culturally, and socially constituted communities, public policy, and human development. 2000-level course in any cross-listing department required. (2H,3L,3C). II.
3504: SCHOOL HEALTH PROGRAMS
School health services, healthful school living, and health instruction as related to the teaching profession. Special emphasis is placed on medical problems of school students and the role of the teacher in identifying and dealing with these problems. (2H,2C) II.
3514: SCHOOL HEALTH PROGRAMS LAB
The laboratory for EDHL 3514 - School Health Programs. This lab provides the student with opportunities to conduct health screenings and evaluations normally done in school settings. (3L,1C) I,II.
3534: DRUG EDUCATION
Interpretation of multidimensional (social, psychological, and physiological) scientific data regarding drugs. The major drug categories will be covered with special emphasis on substance misuse and abuse. (3H,3C) II.
3544: CONSUMER HEALTH
Overview of health, medical services, and costs emphasizing how the consumer can obtain the best medical services for one's money. Information presented will guide students in teaching wise decisions about health. (2H,2C) II.
3564: GENERAL SAFETY EDUCATION
Establishes a background for the individual to develop program and personal practices which may reduce accidents. Pre: 2564. (2H,2C) I.
3574: HEALTH EDUCATION IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
Designing health instruction for the elementary school child will be emphasized. This includes methods, materials, selection of content, and evaluation techniques. Identification of the health needs and characteristics of the elementary school child with attention to recognition of deviations from normal and availability of resources also will be included. (3H,3C) II.
3624: HEALTH PROMOTION & PUBLIC HEALTH
An introduction to the theories, principles, strategies and practice of health promotion and public health. (3H,3C).
4514: ADMINISTRATION & ORGANIZATION OF COMMUNITY HEALTH PROGRAMS
Fundamental principles and procedures in the organization, administration and supervision of community health programs are presented. Topics covered include health core systems analysis, budget, public relations, policy making, health legislation and liability. Case studies will be analyzed. (3H,3C) I.
4734: TEACHING HEALTH IN THE SECONDARY SCHOOL
Use of various methods and procedures used by successful high school teachers in guiding the learning of their pupils. (3H,3C) I.
4744: HEALTH METHODS, MATERIALS & PRACTICES IN THE SECONDARY SCHOOL
Planning, using, and evaluating classroom procedures; selection and organization of subject content and materials. Co: 4754. (3H,3C) II.
4754: INTERNSHIP IN HEALTH EDUCATION
Planned program of clinical practice in education under the direction and supervision of a university supervisor and a selected practitioner. Recommendation of program area and successful completion of Professional Studies required. requirement. Variable credit course.
4764: HEALTH EDUCATION TEACHING METHODS
Topics will include, but not be limited to, discussion and analysis of methods and procedures utilized in health instruction such as values clarification in health instruction and games in health instruction. Pre: 4734. (3H,3C) II.
4964: FIELD STUDY
Variable credit course.
4974: INDEPENDENT STUDY
Variable credit course.
4984: SPECIAL STUDY
Variable credit course.
4994: UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH
Variable credit course.
Teacher licensure is available in the areas of learning disabilities (LD) and emotional/behavioral disorders (ED/BD) in grades K-12 in Virginia. Pre-admission to the master's program allows students to begin taking required courses as undergraduates. Undergraduates are encouraged to apply to the program in their junior or senior year. Graduates of the program receive an M.A. in education with a concentration in Special Education. This program involves extensive field studies and internships with academic course work offered on campus and through distance learning. Students interested in learning more about the program should contact a program faculty member.
3144 (HD 3144): EDUCATION OF EXCEPTIONAL LEARNERS
Emphasizes legal, ethical, and economic bases, assessment and eligibility requirements, characteristics and educational implications, and practices pertaining to various exceptionalities. (3H,3C).
4174 (PSYC 4174): STUDENTS WITH EMOTIONAL & BEHAVIORAL DISORDERS
This course examines the characteristics and needs of individuals with emotional and behavioral disorders. Topics include history, definitions and causes of emotional and behavioral disorders, major research findings, identification procedures, educational programming and current issues. Co: 3144. (2H,2C).
4284: STUDENTS WITH SPECIFIC LEARNING DISABILITIES
This course examines the characteristics and needs of individuals with learning disabilities. Topics include history, definitions and causes of learning disabilities, major research findings, identification procedures, educational programming, and current issues. Co: 3144. (2H,2C).
This curriculum is designed primarily to prepare technology teachers. The curriculum includes a wide range of technical courses in three general areas: production technology, communication technology, and power and transportation technology. Courses in curriculum development, instructional methods, and a ten- week student teaching round out the curriculum.
1405-1406: TEACHING DRAFTING IN TECHNOLOGY ED.
Development of skills in mechanical drafting and techniques for teaching mechanical drawing in the secondary school. 1405: Basic drafting, including orthographic views, dimensioning, sections, auxiliary views and intersections and development drawings. 1406: Specialized drafting for working drawings, architecture and cabinetmaking. For prospective teachers of technology education and non-engineering students. (1H,3L,2C).
2425-2426: TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION PRODUCTION: MATERIALS & PROCESSES
Study of the properties of materials and the means by which they are processed into consumer goods. Includes instruction and practice in the efficient and safe use of selected tools. Also includes the conduct of limited research experiments relative to materials and processes. (1H,4L,3C).
3434: TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION FOR THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Designed to give elementary education majors a basic understanding of what technology education is and how it can be used in the elementary curriculum to supplement or contribute to the traditional content areas. Develops skills in designing learning activities incorporating technology education concepts and practices, and techniques useful in conducting these learning activities. Students develop an understanding of the use of tools and materials typically used in elementary technology education programs and/or activities. Junior standing in elementary education required. (2H,2L,3C) II.
3454: TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION PRODUCTION: MANUFACTURING
A study of manufacturing with an emphasis on mass production. Through the simulation of corporate organization, the concepts of product development, market analysis, production planning, production tooling, packaging, and management are taught. Knowledge of materials and processes is applied in the solution of production problems. Approaches to teaching manufacturing are analyzed. Pre: 2426. (1H,4L,3C) I.
3464: POWER & TRANSPORTATION TECHNOLOGY
Energy sources, conversion of energy to power, energy transmission, energy control, and transportation systems utilizing various power sources. Junior standing required. (2H,3L,3C) I.
3475-3476: GRAPHIC COMMUNICATION
An overview of the methods, materials, and processes used in graphic communication systems and technologies, including: graphic design fundamentals, digital imaging, computer-aided publishing, multimedia, telecommunication, Webworking, photography, lithography, and screen printing systems and technologies. (1H,4L,3C) I,II.
3484: TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION PRODUCTION: CONSTRUCTION
A study of the practices of the construction industry with an emphasis on residential construction. Technical competence in the performance of selected construction tasks is developed. Management experience is included through simulation. Analysis of instructional materials and activities for teaching construction in technology education. Pre: 2426. (1H,6L,3C).
3634: PROFESSIONAL TOPICS IN CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION
Discussion and analysis of current theories, concepts, and issues in career and technical education. This course is designed to address developing trends in career and technical education and the implications of such trends on career and technical educators and their classrooms. Variable credit course. (Max 6H,6C).
4404: TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION SPECIAL AREAS
Specialized study in areas of work associated with major technological systems of communication, construction, manufacturing, energy/power, and transportation. Consent required. (3H,3C).
4414: TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION PRACTICUM
The application and evaluation of the group and unit approach to the teaching of modern industry and exploring technology in technology education. (3H,3C).
4424: CURRICULUM IN TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
Introduction to the history and development, aims and objectives, and contemporary nature of technology education; develops understanding of selection and organization of subject matter, preparation of resource units, curriculum guides, courses of study, and instructional materials. Senior standing in TED required. (3H,3C) II.
4434: TEACHING METHODS IN TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
Principles of teaching and learning, techniques and methods of instruction, preparation of teaching units, and practice in presenting technical and non-technical lessons. Senior standing in TED required. (3H,3C).
4444: COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY
A synthesis of the broad spectrum of communication technologies and systems, including graphic design, technical design, imaging, graphic production, audio, video, and networked information systems. (2H,3L,3C).
4445-4446: TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION ELECTRONICS
Study of electronics in terms of functions. 4445 stresses DC, AC, power supplies, amplifiers, and oscillators. 4446 deals with transmitters, receivers, communication systems, and digital electronics. (2H,3L,3C) I,II.
4464: ADVANCED PROBLEMS IN TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
Research, analysis, and development of laboratory activities to teach industrial concepts with an emphasis on advanced technology. Analysis and application of laboratory management principles and practices. Further development and enhancement of technical competencies depending upon student needs and career aspirations. Pre: 3454, 3484. (1H,4L,3C) I.
Career and Technical Education programs offer curricula leading to a bachelor of science in education with teaching majors in business and information technology education, marketing education, family and consumer sciences education, and vocational industrial and health occupations education. Students completing the degree requirements in any of these majors meet the licensure requirements established by Virginia's State Board of Education.
Transfers from community and junior colleges are accepted as late as the beginning of the junior year in each of the specialized undergraduate curricula. Those planning to enroll in a community college and later transfer to a curriculum in Career and Technical Education at this university are advised to contact the appropriate advisor for the program of choice in order to ensure acceptance of credit.
The regular four-year undergraduate curriculum in business and information technology education is an approved major of the Virginia Department of Education designed primarily to prepare students for teaching at the high-school level. In addition to the regular four-year curriculum, a two-year transfer major is available to community college AAS graduates who wish to become endorsed in business and information technology education.
3114: TEACHING OFFICE TECHNOLOGY
Objectives in office technology courses; psychological principles of office skills acquisition; instructional materials and procedures; standards, measurement, and evaluation; demonstration teaching. (3H,3C).
3144: OFFICE TECHNOLOGY
Use of modern office equipment to process information. Electronic typewriters as well as dictation and transcription, records management, reprographics, dedicated word processing, and microcomputer equipment will be used in a simulated office setting. (3H,3C).
3154: OFFICE MANAGEMENT
Principles of office management; applications of new office technology; analyzing procedures for processing, distributing, and storing information; motivating administrative support personnel; examining the office environment; use of electronic filing and software. (3H,3C).
4274: INTERNSHIP IN BUSINESS
While employed in a business occupation, the student completes an in-depth study of the firm's policies, practices, and procedures. This study, conducted under the supervision of the employer and a Career and Technical Education professor, focuses on five major aspects of the business: sales promotion, merchandising, business operation, control, and personnel. Pre: 2604. Variable credit (Max 5H,5C).
The Family and Consumer Sciences Education (formerly home economics education) major leads to teacher licensure in Virginia and qualifies for licensure in family and consumer sciences in most states. This major is planned primarily as a preparation for teaching in middle and high school programs. Another option is available for students who seek careers in the Cooperative Extension Service. Employment is also possible in other education settings, such as community service organizations, communications, and business. Students wishing to transfer from a community college should contact an advisor at Virginia Tech for guidance in selecting transfer courses.
4324: TEACHING METHODS FOR NUTRITION
Use of learning and instructional techniques with individuals and groups. Planning, presenting, and evaluating nutrition education programs. Minimum of 2 HNFE courses required. (2H,2C). I,II.
This major prepares teacher-coordinators of marketing in the public secondary and post-secondary schools. Marketing coordinators teach marketing classes in the schools, supervise students' cooperative occupational experience programs, and direct programs of adult training and development for those employed in marketing, merchandising, and management occupations. Varied opportunities for the professionally and technically trained are open both in the field of education and in business. The curriculum is closely associated with the College of Business. In addition to the regular four-year curriculum, a two-year transfer program is available to community college AAS graduates who wish to become endorsed in marketing.
3214: SMALL BUSINESS OPERATIONS
Study of selected practices and procedures that contribute to the successful operation of retail and service type businesses; emphasis will be placed on entrepreneurial competencies needed to plan, establish, and operate a successful enterprise. (3H,3C).
4274: INTERNSHIP IN BUSINESS
While employed in a business occupation, the student completes an in-depth study of the firm's policies, practices, and procedures. This study, conducted under the supervision of the employer and a Career and Technical Education professor, focuses on five major aspects of the business: sales promotion, merchandising, business operation, control, and personnel. Pre: 2604. Variable credit (Max 5H,5C).
This major prepares students for to be industrial cooperative coordinators and occupational instructors in secondary schools, technical institutes, or community colleges. In the V-22 major, all students will transfer as juniors from a community college A.A.S. program. Such students are required to have the technical competencies of an A.A.S. degree holder with a major in a suitable occupational area prior to transfer to Virginia Tech.
The V-22 major provides opportunity for those who meet the requirements for selected A.A.S. degrees to pursue the bachelor of science degree in education. Sixty-three semester hours will be transferred. Two additional years of undergraduate work including student teaching are required. Work experience may also be required for the vocational-industrial students. Only those students who are eligible for junior standing will be accepted as undergraduate students.
NOCTI Program
The university is authorized to grant 30 semester hours in the "teaching major" to those students who successfully pass one of more than twenty examinations developed by the National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI). Awarding of credit depends on the person being accepted as an undergraduate student and successfully passing both the written and performance sections of the NOCTI examinations.
3564: CURRIC DESIGN IN VIHOE
Development and utilization of curriculum materials in vocational industrial/health settings. (3H,3L,3C).
4504: INDUSTRIAL SAFETY PRACTICES
Provides an in-depth study of safety concerns and initiatives in industrial settings. Attention also is given to the incorporation of industrial safety practices the school/industrial training environment. (3H,3C).
4524: SUPERVISORY PERSONNEL TRAINING
Focuses on the study of supervisory problems in industry, with special emphasis on the preparation of supervisors in training and development programs. The student will be concerned with human relations, worker attitudes, motivation, evaluation of work, and organization of training for human resource development. The overall goal is to learn good supervisory techniques as they relate to managing people so as to create an efficient and effective work environment. (3H,3C).
4575,4576: ADMINISTRATION & CURR DEVELOPMENT OF COOPERATIVE TRAINING PROGRAMS IN VIHOE
This course prepares coordinators of cooperative training programs and covers general aspects of vocational industrial/health occupations education, the world of work, and the organization and administration of cooperative training programs. Also included are the duties of the coordinator, instructional development, sources of instructional materials, relationship of co-curricular activities to instruction, and the development of independent study guides and programmed guides for VIHOE students. (3H,3C).
The program does not offer an undergraduate major in the comprehensive area of career and technical education but does offer several courses which are applicable to all students pursuing the B.S.Ed. These courses may be offered for students in one teaching major or for students drawn together from two or more teaching majors.
Graduate courses drawn from the comprehensive area of career and technical education may be applied toward the M.S.Ed. degree in the comprehensive area of career and technical education or in one of the teaching majors. The Ed.S., Ed.D. and Ph.D., with majors in career and technical education, are offered as general degrees with students tailoring programs to individual need.
2604: INTRODUCTION TO CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION
Introduction to career and technical education as it relates to public and private sectors. Includes mission and goals of career and technical education, teaching areas in career and technical education, and student organizations related to each of the areas. Co: 3754 (3H,3C).
2964: FIELD STUDY/PRACTICUM
Variable credit course.
2974: INDEPENDENT STUDY
Variable credit course. X-grade allowed.
2984: SPECIAL STUDY
Variable credit course. X-grade allowed.
3204: HUMAN RELATIONS IN THE WORKPLACE
A study of the areas of human relations and communications as they affect high school, adult, and postsecondary marketing curricula. (3H,3C).
3634: PROFESSIONAL TOPICS IN CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION
Discussion and analysis of current theories, concepts, and issues in career and technical education. This course is designed to address developing trends in career and technical education and the implications of such trends on vocational and technical educators and their classrooms. Variable credit (Max 6H, 6C).
3754: EARLY FIELD EXPERIENCE
Participation and observation in a cooperating school district as a teacher aide, tutor, or member of an instructional team. Students will be judged on the basis of the extent to which they meet prescribed competencies. Students will write descriptive reports of activities undertaken and objectives accomplished. Variable credit (Max 3C). Co: 2604.
3954: STUDY ABROAD
Variable credit course.
4204: MANAGING CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION WORK-BASED PROGRAMS
Responsibilities of the teacher coordinator regarding work-based program standards, student guidance, school and community relations, on-the-job training, youth organization sponsorship, work-based program coordination, and program management. Pre: 2604 and 4274 or 4964. (3H,3C).
4224: TRENDS AND COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY IN CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION
A study of trends and computer technology in education, business, and industry and the implications for career and technical education; prepares the student to incorporate new trends and computer technology into career and technical education settings. Pre: 4234 or 5644 and senior or graduate status. (3H,3C).
4234 (ALS 4234): CURRICULUM FOR CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION
Provides current and prospective career and technical education teachers with research bases, resources, and available curricula for teaching content in the respective fields. Develops the ability to plan, manage, develop, and evaluate curricula. Pre: 2604 or 5604. (3H,3C).
4244 (ALS 4244): METHODS OF TEACHING IN CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION
Developing instructional plans, delivering and evaluating instruction, and evaluating learner performance for career and occupational education. Pre: 4234 or 5644 and senior or graduate status. The prerequisite will be waived for agriculture education students. (3H,3C).
4254 (ALS 4254): ADULT CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Introduction to the underlying theory and procedures involved in developing, delivering, managing, and evaluating adult education programs in Career and Technical Education. Co: 4244 (3H,3C).
4604: FUNDAMENTALS OF TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT
Overview of training and development in an organizational setting. Students learn the relationship of training and development to human resource development and selected skills necessary to successfully become a training specialist. Particular attention is given to the design and implementation of training and development programs. X-grade allowed. (3H,3C).
4614: INSTRUCTIONAL APPLICATIONS IN TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT
Develop the ability to plan, organize and apply a variety of group and individual instructional methods in an organizational setting. Emphasis is placed on methods and procedures used by successful training specialists. X-grade allowed. (3H,3C).
4754 (ALS 4754): INTERNSHIP IN EDUCATION
Planned program of clinical practice in education under the direction and supervision of a university supervisor and a selected practitioner. Recommendation of program area and successful completion of Professional Studies required. Variable credit course. X-grade allowed.
4964: FIELD STUDY/PRACTICUM
Variable credit course.
4974: INDEPENDENT STUDY
Variable credit course. X-grade allowed.
4984: SPECIAL STUDY
Variable credit course. X-grade allowed.
4994: UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH
Variable credit course.
Please see the Graduate Catalog for graduate course listings.
Virginia Tech -- Undergraduate Catalog, 2002-2004
Last update: August 2002
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