Education

Director of Teacher Education: C. Prather Director of Transition to Teaching Program: J. Cardinal-Donnelly Education Technology Specialist: M. Henry Department Chair: A. Schulz Department Members: K. Deppe, S. Hall, L. Jochim

The Franklin College Education Department programs are approved by the Indiana Department of Education.

Major: Elementary Education (requires a minor or concentration as noted below)

Indiana Teacher Licensing Pathways:

1. Elementary: Elementary Education Generalist (grades K-6) requires Elementary Education major and a minor or concentration area 2. Secondary: Secondary Content Licensing (grades 5-12) requires undergraduate degree in content area and completion of the Transition to Teaching Program upon graduation (For Transition to Teaching Program see Appendix A on page 373)

Minor or Concentration Area Required for Elementary Education Licensing:

A candidate for Elementary Teacher Licensing in Indiana must complete the Elementary Education major and a minor or concentration area as defined in the state of Indiana Elementary Education Curriculum Requirements. Proof of completed minor or concentration areas is reported to the Teacher Licensing Advisor. Acceptable college minors and concentration areas are those in the following areas: Language Arts, Mathematics, Science (Chemistry, Life Science, Physics), Social Studies (Economics, Government and Citizenship, Historical Perspectives, Psychology, Sociology), Physical Education, Health Education, Fine Arts (Instrumental and General Music, Theater Arts, Visual Arts, Vocal and General Music), World Languages (French, Spanish), Computer Education, and Journalism.

Concentration areas are only for Elementary Education majors. A concentration is intended to strengthen the licensing candidate in an area related to teaching in an elementary school. A concentration area consists of a minimum of 9 hours within another major area of study, with a required grade of 2.0. Any course with a LA/EDE/EDU prefix is excluded. Activity courses and those with pass-fail designations do not count towards the 9 hours. Concentration areas required for Indiana teacher licensing are tracked by the candidate with the assistance of the candidate’s academic advisor and the Education Department.

The Teacher Education Program at Franklin College focuses on preparing competent, caring decision makers. It is an outgrowth of the liberal arts structure of the college. The foundation of the Franklin College Education Program is the extensive practical experience that students gain by working with children and experienced teachers in accredited school classrooms. Each Franklin College Elementary Education Department methods course is tied to a co-requisite field experience. Students acquire knowledge of how children learn, methods of teaching, and the workings of a school community through these experiences. Depth of knowledge is provided by the college’s rich and rigorous liberal arts and departmental curricula.

Compliance with regulations established by the Indiana Department of Education and state and national accreditors may alter the Education Department policies, curricula, and course content regardless of the date of enrollment at Franklin College. Candidates are advised to work closely with the Education Department academic advisors to keep abreast of any and all changes.

Academic Advising

Every candidate has an academic advisor who assists with curricular and class scheduling matters and some phases of career planning. While the academic advisors and other personnel are available for assistance, the primary responsibility for taking appropriate and required courses to meet graduation and licensure requirements rests with the candidate.

Admission Requirements for Elementary Education Major

To be considered for admission into the Teacher Education Program for fall of the junior year, candidates must submit a formal application to the Education Department. Registration for junior-level courses and application to the program do not guarantee admission to the program. Admission to the Teacher Education Program is a prerequisite all 300/400 level professional education courses, field experiences, and internships. The Education Department evaluates each application according to the admission criteria which include:

 cumulative GPA of 3.0 (A=4.00)  no grade below a “C” in any professional education course  satisfactory grades in all education field experiences/internships  passing scores on the department’s dispositional evaluations  documentation of passing scores on nationally-normed, basic skills tests in the areas of Reading,

Writing, and Mathematics  successful completion of the following courses: EDE 124, EDU 210, EDE 222, EDE 225, EDE 230, EDE 235, EFE 284, PSY 117, LA 103 or approved MAT substitute, and LA 111

Candidates admitted to the Teacher Education Program are monitored regularly to ensure that satisfactory progress is being made toward graduation and licensure. To advance in the program, candidates must continue to meet all standards established by the Education Department.

Transfer Credit for Elementary Education Program

EDE 124: Critical Skills for Educators, junior-level courses, and senior-level courses are not subject to transfer credit approval.

Minimum Grades for Elementary Education Program

A teacher education candidate must receive a grade of a “C” or better in any professional education course.

Background Clearance Reports for Clinical Field School Placements

Candidates enrolled in Education Department courses will have many interactions with P-12 students during clinical field experiences and are therefore expected to be law-abiding citizens who can satisfactorily pass the P-12 school’s requirements for a criminal history check. If a clinical field school experience placement request is rejected due to issues with the candidate’s criminal history report or background check, Franklin College has no further obligation regarding placement for that term.

Acceptance for Elementary Education Student Teaching

Student Teaching applications must be submitted to the Education Department during the junior year. A Student Teaching placement will be sought only for those candidates who have successfully met all program requirements to date and have been approved for a Student Teaching placement. All coursework required for graduation in the Elementary Education major except EDE 456, EDE 499, and EST 499 must be satisfactorily completed before the start of the student teaching semester.

Additional Fees

All Education Department clinical field and internship experiences carry a fee as well as many Education Department courses. Fees can be found in the annually updated fees section of the academic catalog. It is the responsibility of the candidate to pay any fees associated with P-12 school experiences. Also, it is the responsibility of the candidate to pay the fees associated with nationally standardized tests that are required for admission to the Elementary Education program; the Indiana pedagogy licensing practice test (prior to graduation); and the Indiana content and pedagogy licensing tests.

Indiana Licensing Requirements for Elementary Teachers

Successful completion of the Elementary Education Program enables a program graduate to be eligible for an initial K-6 Elementary Generalist teaching license. To be recommended for an Indiana State teaching license by the Teacher Licensing Advisor, a graduate must submit an on-line license application after meeting all state licensing requirements. The state licensing requirements include, but are not limited to:

 Satisfactory completion of 10 or more consecutive weeks of Student Teaching  Passing scores on all standardized tests required for licensing  Proof of current CPR/Heimlich/AED certification per licensing guidelines  Proof of satisfactory completion of Suicide Prevention Training per licensing guidelines  Proof of satisfactory completion of all college and elementary teacher education program requirements including a minor or concentration area

Note: Official licensing test scores, CPR/Heimlich/AED certification, and Suicide Prevention Training certification must be on file at the Franklin College Education Department along with proof of completion of stated minor or concentration area before an application for teacher licensing will be processed.

Elementary Education

The elementary teaching program is based on a broad general education background with a major in elementary education. The program is tightly structured. Consequently, interested students must work closely with their advisors to complete related-area requirements in a timely, sequential manner. Two immersive term internships are required for elementary education majors.

Elementary Education Major

Professional Education Requirements: Students must earn at least a “C” EDE 124 Critical Skills for Educators EDU 210 Educational Philosophy, Law, & Ethics EDE 222 Child Development and Educational Psychology EDE 225 Standards-Based Planning & Digital Learning EDE 230 Survey of Exceptional Children EDE 235 Teaching English Language Arts-Elementary EDU 315 Human Diversity in the Classroom EDE 330 Teaching Exceptional Children-Elementary EDE 337 Teaching Science-Elementary EDE 344 Scientifically Based Reading Instruction (K-3) EDE 345 Scientifically Based Reading Instruction (Grades 4-6) EDE 366 Teaching Math-Elementary EDE 424 Teaching Health & Wellness-Elementary EDE 443 Interdisciplinary Unit Planning and Teaching: STEAM-Elementary EDE 444 Teaching Social Studies-Elementary EDE 456 Seminar in Student Teaching EDE 457 Assessment and Classroom Management-Elementary EDE 499 Senior Competency Practicum

The following courses

PSY 117 General Psychology LA 103 Quantitative Reasoning or approved MAT prefix substitute (Not CMP 130) LA 111 Public Speaking

Optional Coursework

EDU 401 CPR/AED/Heimlich Certification for Education Majors

Field Experiences: A grade of Satisfactory “S” is required in all field experiences. Students must earn at least a grade of “C” in EST 489 Student Teaching. EFE 284 Field Experience in Elementary Education EFE 384 Field Experience in Elementary Education EFE 385 Field Experience in Elementary Education EFE 484 Field Experience in Elementary Education EST 489 Student Teaching in Elementary Education

Immersive Term: A grade of satisfactory “S” is required in all internships INE 200 Internship in Education INE 300 Internship in Education

Elementary Education Major – Required Minor or Concentration

Acceptable college minors and concentration areas are those in the following areas: Language Arts, Mathematics, Science (Chemistry, Life Science, Physics), Social Studies (Economics, Government and Citizenship, Historical Perspectives, Psychology, Sociology), Physical Education, Health Education, Fine Arts (Instrumental and General Music, Theater Arts, Visual Arts, Vocal and General Music), World Languages (French, Spanish), Computer Education, and Journalism. See section introduction for more information.

Education Course Descriptions

Elementary Education

EDE 124 Critical Skills for Educators

2 credit hours

Freshman year This course introduces students to the teaching profession and provides practical opportunities to develop those essential skills and dispositions necessary to become an effective teacher. Special emphasis will be given to the education department’s program expectations and processes for those students seeking teacher licensure.

EDU 210: Educational Philosophy, Law, and Ethics

3 credit hours

Freshman or sophomore year Civic Learning exploratory School professionals and education policymakers must understand the complex contexts in which students learn in U.S. schools. Accordingly, students in this course will consider the legal, social, and ethical challenges facing teachers and other school professionals. The course will address philosophical underpinnings of the American system of education. Additionally, students in the class will learn about significant legal frameworks that govern teaching and learning in U.S. schools, with a keen eye toward professional competence in classroom and school leadership. Course will survey historic and contemporary issues in school law, ethics, and educational philosophy. This course is for those intending to pursue an Indiana Teaching License.

EDE 222 Child Development and Educational Psychology

2 credit hours

Sophomore year Prereq: EDE 124 & PSY 117 or consent of the instructor This course explores typical and atypical patterns in human growth and development from conception through adolescence. Students will examine theories and research including: cognitive, linguistic, social, physical, and emotional development. Students will learn how to implement developmentally appropriate and challenging curriculum in the classroom.

EDE 225 Standards-Based Planning & Digital Learning

2 credit hours

Sophomore year Prereq: EDE 124, EDE 222, EDE 230, & INE 200 or consent of the instructor Coreq: EDE 235 & EFE 284 This course introduces state and national P-12 academic standards as the basis for lesson planning and assessment in the elementary classroom. Students will examine research-based lesson plan designs and assessment tools used to measure instructional practices. Benefits of digital, online, hybrid, & onsite instruction will be explored with emphasis on how digital-age tools and environments influence learning processes and outcomes.

EDE 230 Survey of Exceptional Children

2 credit hours

Sophomore year Prereq: EDE 124 & PSY 117 or consent of the instructor This course focuses on developing an understanding of individual differences in an inclusive learning environment. Course content focuses on students with exceptional needs, including those with disabilities and giftedness, and ways educators can help all learners achieve at high levels and reach their full potential.

EDE 235 Teaching English Language Arts-Elementary

3 credit hours

Sophomore year Prereq: EDE 124, EDE 222, EDE 230, & INE 200 or consent of the instructor Coreq: EDE 225 & EFE 284 This course focuses on methods for planning, delivering, and assessing evidence-based English language arts lessons that foster students’ understanding of the language arts: reading, writing, speaking, listening, viewing, and visually representing. Candidates will prepare and teach elementary English language arts lesson plans based on state and national standards. Points of emphasis include the effective use of Children’s literature, expository texts, and best practices in writing instruction.

EDE 300 Topics in Elementary Education

1-3 credit hours

A topic of current interest in elementary education will be taught. Topics will vary depending on faculty interest. Course will be offered upon request of faculty member and with the approval of the Vice President of Academic Affairs.

EDU 315 Human Diversity in the Classroom

3 credit hours

Junior year Diversity Exploratory Prereq: Admission to Elementary Education program Promotes curricular and instructional techniques and approaches for culturally diverse classrooms, including strategies for working with English Language Learners. To promote overall student well-being, candidates will learn effective strategies for cross-cultural communication involving students and families. Provides opportunities to explore and learn about ideas, people, cultures, and biases that impact how teachers conceptualize the world and includes a student-directed culturally responsive teaching project. This course is for those intending to pursue an Indiana Teaching License.

EDE 330 Teaching Exceptional Children-Elementary

2 credit hours

Junior year Prereq: EDE 344, EDE 366, EFE 384, & admission to Elementary Education program Coreq: EFE 385 The course focuses on current issues and practices in the inclusive elementary classroom setting. Topics include: Multi-Tiered Systems of Support, educational law, evaluation procedures, building collaborative relationships, and teaching strategies to differentiate academic, social and behavioral needs for a diverse group of learners.

EDE 337 Teaching Science-Elementary

4 credit hours

Junior year Prereq: EDE 344, EDE 366, EFE 384 & admission to the Elementary Education program Coreq: EFE 385 This course focuses on methods for planning, delivering, and assessing evidence-based science instruction that fosters students' understanding of the natural sciences: physical science, life science, and earth science. Candidates will prepare and teach elementary science lesson plans based on state and national standards. Points of emphasis include hands-on experiences, inquiry, and practice.

EDE 344 Scientifically Based Reading Instruction (K-3)

3 credit hours

Junior year Prereq: Admission to the Elementary Education program Co-req: EFE 384 This course focuses on methods for planning, delivering, and assessing reading instruction--grounded in scientifically based reading research (SBRR)--for early elementary classrooms (K-3). Major theoretical, conceptual, and evidence-based components of reading development will be examined, including concepts of print, phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and text comprehension. Foundations of language acquisition and literacy development, including cognitive, linguistic, cultural, social, and motivational factors that affect language acquisition and literacy development will be explored. Points of emphasis include direct, explicit, multi-sensory interventions and extensions; systematic observation and documentation; and progress monitoring practices.

EDE 345 Scientifically Based Reading Instruction (Grades 4-6)

3 credit hours

Junior year Prerequisites: EDE 344, EDE 366, EFE 384, & admission to the Elementary Education program Coreq: EFE 385 This course focuses on methods for planning, delivering, and assessing reading instruction, grounded in scientifically based reading research (SBRR) for upper elementary classrooms (Grades 4-6). Candidates will examine the major components of reading development and demonstrate the ability to provide assessment, instruction, intervention, extension, and ongoing progress monitoring in reading. Points of emphasis include fluency, vocabulary, text comprehension, and effective differentiated reading instruction (RtI) to match students' evidence-based strengths and needs in reading.

EDE 366 Teaching Math-Elementary

4 credit hours

Junior year Prereq: Admission to Elementary Education program Coreq: EFE 384 This course focuses on methods for planning, delivering, and assessing evidence-based math lessons that foster elementary students' understanding of mathematics. Candidates will prepare and teach mathematics lesson plans based on state and national standards. Points of emphasis include alternative assessment techniques, problem-solving skills, use of manipulatives, and the development of student-centered learning environments that integrate with other subjects in the curriculum as well as the child’s real world.

EDU 401 CPR/AED/Heimlich Certification for Education Majors

1 credit hour

Senior year Prereq: Admission to Elementary Education Program or consent of the instructor This American Red Cross certification class is an opportunity for graduating education majors to meet the Indiana Department of Education licensing requirement IC 20-28-5-3(c) which requires applicants to hold a valid certification in each of the following procedures: 1) cardiopulmonary resuscitation that includes a test demonstration on a mannequin, 2) removing a foreign body causing an obstruction in an airway, and the Heimlich Maneuver; and 3) the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED).

EDE 424 Teaching Health & Wellness-Elementary

2 credit hours

Senior year Prereq: Admission to the Elementary Education program and all courses required in the major except EDE 456, EDE 499, INE 300, & EST 489 Coreq: EFE 484 This course focuses on methods for planning, delivering, and assessing evidence-based lesson plans that foster elementary students' understanding of health and wellness. Candidates will prepare and teach health and wellness lesson plans based on state and national standards. Points of emphasis include motivational techniques and the unique contributions of health and physical education as they relate to the total development of the elementary child.

EDE 443 Interdisciplinary Unit Planning and Teaching: STEAM-Elementary

2 credit hours

Senior year Prereq: Admission to Elementary Education program and all courses required in the major except EDE 456, EDE 499, INE 300, & EST 489 Coreq: EFE 484 This course focuses on methods for planning, delivering, and assessing evidence-based STEAM instruction that fosters students' understanding of science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics. Candidates will prepare and teach STEAM lesson plans based on state and national standards. Points of emphasis include interdisciplinary unit planning, scientific inquiry, and the unifying concepts across STEAM content areas.

EDE 444 Teaching Social Studies-Elementary

4 credit hours

Senior year Prereq: Admission to Elementary Education program and all courses required in the major except EDE 456, EDE 499, INE 300, & EST 489 Coreq: EFE 484 This course focuses on methods for planning, delivering, and assessing evidence-based social studies lessons that foster students’ understanding of the disciplines of history, civics, economics, and geography. Candidates will prepare and teach elementary social studies lesson plans based on state and national standards. Points of emphasis include major milestones in U.S. history, world history, and the history of Indiana.

EDE 456 Seminar in Student Teaching

1 credit hour

Senior year Prereq: Acceptance for Student Teaching program Coreq: EDE 499 & EST 489 Taken concurrently with student teaching, this course supports candidates’ transitions from the role of a college student to the role of a professional educator. Points of emphasis include the state teacher evaluation process, collaboration strategies with families and communities, job-embedded professional development, PLCs, and jobseeking strategies.

EDE 457 Assessment and Classroom ManagementElementary

2 credit hours

Senior year Prereq: Admission to Elementary Education Program and all course required in the major except EDE 456, EDE 499, INE 300, & EST 489 Coreq: EDE 484 This course explores the fundamental concepts and strategies that support effective assessment and classroom management. Candidates will prepare evidence-based assessment plans and classroom management plans for their intended level of licensure. Points of emphasis include formative and summative assessments, the use of RTI to track and support student learning, and effective classroom management strategies.

EDE 490 Independent Study 1-2 credit hours Prereq: offered with consent of instructor Courses are designed to encourage student initiative and to provide a degree of flexibility in the departmental program. Normally the subject is not sufficiently or appropriately covered in departmental course offerings.

EDE 499 Senior Competency Practicum

Senior year Completion of Senior Competency Practicum with a grade of “C” or higher. No credit Coreq: EDE 456 & EST 489

EFE 284 Field Experience in Elementary Education

1 credit hour

Sophomore year Prereq: EDE 124 or consent of the instructor Coreq: EDE 225 & EDE 235 Active participation in an elementary classroom one full day each week across 12 weeks. Special emphasis is given to observation of general teaching and management principles.

EFE 384 Field Experience in Elementary Education

1 credit hour

Junior year Prereq: Admission to the Elementary Education program Coreq: EDE 344 & EDE 366 Active participation in an elementary classroom one full day each week across 12 weeks. Special emphasis is given to beginning instructional delivery practices (facilitating learning activities) for elementary school learners.

EFE 385 Field Experience in Elementary Education

1 credit hour

Junior year Prereq: EFE 384 & Admission to the Elementary Education program Coreq: EDE 330, EDE 337 & EDE 345 Active participation in an elementary classroom one full day each week across 12 weeks. Special emphasis is given to more advanced proficiency in the instructional delivery of learning activities for elementary school learners.

EFE 484 Field Experience in Elementary Education

1 credit hour

Senior year Prereq: EFE 385 & Admission to Elementary Education program Coreq: EDE 424, EDE 443, EDE 444, & EDE 457 Active participation in an elementary classroom one full day each week across 12 weeks. Special emphasis is placed on the total school environment; teaching and decision-making skills in preparation for student teaching; and digital learning opportunities.

EST 489 Student Teaching in the Elementary Classroom

11 credit hours

Senior year Prereq: Acceptance for Student Teaching Coreq: EDE 456 & EDE 499 Classroom teaching and other activities under the guidance of the cooperating teacher, the college supervisor and coordinator of field experiences. The minimum 10-week experience will provide the capstone experience and will focus upon an appropriate broad, integrated, and multi-disciplinary approach to teaching.

INE 200 Internship in Education

3 credit hours

Sophomore year Prereq: EDE 124 or consent of the Coordinator of Field Experiences Required for the Elementary Education major, this course fulfills one college immersive experience requirement. Full-time classroom observation and participation in a partner school’s grade K-6 classroom under the supervision of a cooperating teacher and a college supervisor. Immersive term placements are made through the Education Department Coordinator of Field Experiences.

INE 300 Internship in Education

3 credit hours

Junior year Prereq: Admission to Elementary Education Program The second of two required internships for the Elementary Education major, this course fulfils one college immersive experience requirement. Full-time classroom observation and participation in a partner school’s grade K-6 classroom under the supervision of a cooperating teacher and a college supervisor. Immersive term placements are made through the Education Department Coordinator of Field Experiences.

INE 400 Internship in Education

3 credit hours

Senior year Prereq: INE 200, INE 300, & Admission to Elementary Education Program The third immersive internship available to Elementary Education majors. This course fulfills one college immersive experience requirement. Full-time classroom observation and participation in a partner school’s grade K-6 classroom under the supervision of a cooperating teacher and a college supervisor. Immersive term placements are made through the Education Department Coordinator of Field Experiences.

INEC 400 International Internship in Education

3 credit hours

Junior or senior year Prereq: Admission to the Elementary Education program Full-time study during immersive term, active participation in a classroom setting and travel under the supervision of a college professor. Special emphasis is given to international cultural experiences. This internship counts as an international course. Expenses are separate from regular tuition.