The Bachelor of Arts Degree in Physics Leading to Licensure in Science Teaching at the Secondary Level

(updated on September 4, 2009)

 

CWRU students may receive Ohio Department of Education certification for teaching physics at the high school level by completing a BA degree with a physics major at CWRU, augmented by teaching licensure courses taken at both CWRU and John Carroll University (about 5 miles east of our campus). More information about this joint program is available at http://www.case.edu/artsci/teachlic/index.html . If you are interested in teaching physics at the secondary school level, you should contact Dr. Denise K. Davis, 1 Mather House, 368-1505, denise.k.davis@case.edu ; she is the director of the co-operative program with John Carroll University.

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EDUCATION COURSES TAKEN AT CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY

12 CWRU Credit Hours

 

PSCL 101 GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY I , Prereq: for EDUC 304 3 CR.

Methods, research, and theories of psychology. Basic research from such areas as psychophysiology, sensation, perception, development, memory, learning, psychopathology, and social psychology.

EDUC 255 LITERACY ACROSS THE CONTENT AREAS  (3CR)

Literacy Across the Content Areas is a course on the teaching of reading in the content area that includes instruction in organizing instruction [creating effective units and lessons], use of protocols for oral language development [including strategies for English as a Second Language learners], strategies for word skill development, strategies for reading comprehension, and assessment strategies for instructional purposes.  It will also explore new literacies which include the ability to learn, comprehend and interact with technology in a meaningful way. Federal legislation pertaining to the education of children with disabilities as well as Ohio Graduation Tests in content areas is included.

EDUC 301 INTRODUCTION TO EDUCATION 3 CR.

The historical, sociological, and philosophical role of education in a diverse society. Contemporary practices and issues are introduced, researched, and debated. Issues of professional development. Application of research to instructional methodologies. Clinical/Field experiences required.

EDUC 304 EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY 3 CR.

Application of psychological principles as they relate to various educational learning theories. Principles and practices of measurement and evaluation. Learning developmental differences between child, adolescent, and young adult growth. Continuation of professional development. Application of research to instructional methodologies. Clinical/Field experiences required. Research project required for graduate students.
Prereq: PSCL 101

EDUC 338 SEMINAR AND PRACTICUM IN ADOLESCENTS 3 CR.

Supervised field placement and attendance in early childhood, child, and adolescent settings including preschools, schools, hospitals, and neighborhood centers. This class is used to fulfill requirements by the Ohio Department of Education teacher licensure program.
Prereq: PSCL 101, EDUC 301, EDUC 304, and permission of program director.

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EDUCATION COURSES TAKEN AT JOHN CARROLL UNIVERSITY

24 EDJC Credit Hours

 

EDJC 186 INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY 3 CR.

Principles and techniques of instructional design and use of technology in educational settings. Includes examination of emerging technologies and production of instructional materials.

EDJC 255 LITERACY ACROSS THE CURRICULUM 3 CR.

Literacy development examined through psychological, socio-cultural and historical perspectives and instructional strategies for the teaching of reading and writing across the curriculum.

EDJC 337 SPECIAL METHODS OF TEACHING SCIENCE 3 CR.

Taken by adolescent licensure program students. Methods for planning, implementing and integrating science curricula and evaluating pupil achievement consistent with the research on best practices. Attention given to fostering concept development, laboratory safety, inquiry and data analysis skills for diverse populations. Focus on selected ethical issues in science and science education. Practical application of methods and issues to field setting.

EDJC 405C ADOLESCENT EDUCATION SEMINAR 3 CR.

Corequisite: BDJC 444S. Continued study of adolescent development, learner achievement and assessment. Seeks to integrate program learning with student teaching experience. Development of the Professional Portfolio and preparation for job interviewing.

EDJC 427 ADOLESCENT EDUCATION SPECIAL TOPICS 3 CR.

Prerequisite: Acceptance into pre-student teaching. Taken by adolescent licensure program students the semester preceding student teaching. Issues of conflict negotiation, social justice, curriculum development and school reform as they relate to the secondary school setting. Practical application of issues to pre-student teaching field setting.

EDJC 444S ADOLESCENT STUDENT TEACHING 9 CR.

Prerequisite: All professional education courses. Corequisite: EDJC 405S. A full day, full semester of teaching in an accredited secondary school under the direction of a certified classroom teacher and a university supervisor, including a scheduled seminar. Supervision includes personnel with advanced training in the relevant content areas.

For more information, contact Prof. Gary Chottiner, gary.chottiner@case.edu .

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