Southern Wesleyan University
Summer 2011 Elective Course Schedule
All courses must have a minimum enrollment of 10 students. Course enrollment in Central is limited to 30 students. Course enrollment at all other sites is limited to 25 students.
All courses must have a minimum enrollment of 10 students. Course enrollment in Central is limited to 30 students. Course enrollment at all other sites is limited to 25 students.
Each course meets for one week, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. A course project is due two weeks following the conclusion of each course. Three semester hours of graduate credit are awarded for the successful completion of each course. The student is responsible for arranging all meals during the course.COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
EDUC 5333 Advanced Instructional Technology
This course will investigate the design, development, authoring and evaluation of multimedia instructional units, using digital media and interactive instructional technologies. The course builds upon content, expertise, and skills in presentation software, web development and applications obtained in EDUC 5313 Instructional Technology. Prerequisite EDUC 5313. Elective
EDUC 5533 Methods and Materials of Teaching Intellectually Gifted
A study of the theoretical and practical aspects of curricular experiences for gifted and talented students. Examines instructional models to encourage a critical understanding of how principles and practical procedures are set forth in teaching models.
EDUC 5553 Educating Gifted and Talented Learners
An introduction to the field of gifted education including a history of gifted education, theories of intelligence, definitions of giftedness, methods of identification and a variety of programming options in the conventional classroom/school settings. Practical aspects include the development of IEPs, learning styles assessments, interest assessments and management plans.
EDUC 5613 Building Communications and Teamwork in the Classroom
Manage your classroom more effectively and improve your communication with students, parents and others. Master 12 verbal skills in the following areas: asking questions, expressing support and approval, solving problems, building team spirit, and solving problems.
EDUC 5673 Keys to Motivation
This course is designed to provide educators with a framework for creating a motivating environment for all students and to understand that motivation is an enormously complex issue that can be addressed in classroom situations using encouragement, leadership and student grouping strategies.
EDUC 5713 Meaningful Activities to Generate Interesting Classrooms (MAGIC)
Gain first-hand experience designing interesting lessons by participating in over 60 engaging activities. Unlock your own creativity as you develop lessons that motivate students. Use specific criteria to assess activities for maximum impact.
EDUC 5733. Achieving Student Outcomes Through Cooperative Learning (PLS)
Trains educators to effectively set up, manage, and debrief group work so that students learn academics and interpersonal skills.
EDUC 5873 Differentiated Instruction
Acquire key knowledge and skills to implement differentiated instruction strategies successfully in your classroom. After gaining expertise making practical and flexible instructional decisions based on your diverse students’ learning needs, you will create a standards-based learning environment where all students can thrive and achieve.
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