Course Descriptions: Preschool & Elementary

EDS 130. Introduction to Academic Mentoring of Elementary School Students.

This course focuses on the role of undergraduate mentors in raising academic expectations for students and families traditionally underrepresented at the university. The relationship between the school and community, the social and political organization of elementary schools, and the academic achievement of elementary children are examined. (Corequisite: EDS 139 Practicum in Learning)

EDS 130. Assisting in Preschool

This course examines effective practices for early education and development for pre-school children ages 2-5 years old. Field experience and seminar focus on cognitive and social development and the undergraduate/preschool student relationship, teaching and learning processes in early education, and community service.

EDS 134. Introduction to Literacy and Numeracy Tutoring.

This course examines effective practices for language arts and mathematics learning for elementary school children. The field experience and seminar focus on the tutor / student relationship, teaching and learning processes for literacy and numeracy, and community service. (Corequisite: EDS 139 Practicum in Learning)

EDS 139. Practicum in Learning.

Students are placed in local schools and work with students in classrooms and the community. Students work on educational activities with K-12 students a minimum of four hours per week.