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ENGLISH

Public Speaking

(EN9049) 0.5

Education Pathway

Power of Mass

Communications

(EN9199) 0.5

Exploring Childhood

/Preschool Lab

(FC9049) 1.0

Young Adult

Literature

(EN9019) 0.5

FINE &

PRACTICAL

ARTS

ADDITIONAL

OPPORTUNITIES

District Internship

(BU9259)

Dual Enrollment

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Education Course Descriptions

ENGLISH DEPARTMENT OFFERINGS

INTRODUCTION TO TEACHING AND LEARNING FOR FUTURE EDUCATORS (FC9079) 0.5 credit

This course will engage prospective education majors in topics related to teaching and learning. This course

introduces future educators to the historical, psychological, curricular, and sociological forces within school

classrooms.

PRINCIPLES OF TEACHING AND LEARNING FOR FUTURE EDUCATORS (FC9099) 0.5 credit

This course will be a continuation of the first course, Introduction to Teaching and Learning for Future

Educators. Students will move from the historical and psychological perspectives to practical application.

Students will practice writing lesson plans, develop classroom management plans, explore various teaching

strategies, create a variety of assessments, tailor lessons to diverse learners, and incorporate reflective

teaching methods.

YOUNG ADULT LITERATURE (EN9179) 0.5 credit

Students read and familiarize themselves with the growing body of literature/genres written for and marketed

to adolescents including literature that focuses on diverse cultures. Students will read and discuss books

related to gender, difference, cultural diversity. Topics will include dystopic visions, friendship, coming of age,

technology, and a range of other social and psychological themes.

FINE AND PRACTICAL ARTS OFFERINGS

EXPLORING CHILDHOOD / PRESCHOOL LAB (FC9049) 1.0 credit

If you enjoy working with children or want to pursue a career in Early Childhood Education, this is the course

for you. This program provides an opportunity to study the development of children three through five years

old. The student will participate in observing, interacting, planning activities and teaching in a lab preschool

program. Administration reserves the right to deny enrollment due to behavioral issues. Note: This course can

be taken multiple times for advanced study of the subject.

ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

DISTRICT INTERNSHIP (BU9259)

The BASD Internship Program is intended to provide upperclassmen with opportunities to participate in on- site or off-site experiences related to their career goal. Through this program students will interact with,

observe, and assist individuals who are employed in an occupation.

DUAL ENROLLMENT

BASD is partnering with local colleges and universities to provide students the opportunity to take and earn

college credit for an entry level education course prior to embarking on his/her post-secondary education.