SED 1301 - Education in a Global Society
Hours: 3
This course explores the traditions of schooling and classrooms from global perspectives of current political, social, and familial issues impacting schooling and classrooms worldwide. Students will analyze the learning environment and the human experiences of teachers and learners and compare U.S. schools and the American educational system to those of other countries.

SED 189 - Independents Study
Hours: 0-4
Individualized instruction/research at an advanced level in a specialized content area under the direction of a faculty member. May be repeated when the topic varies. Prerequisite: Consent of department head.

SED 210 - Foundations of Secondary Education
Hours: 3
This course provides prospective educators with a comprehensive understanding of curriculum design principles and practices in secondary education. Through a focus on backward design, standards alignment, and summative assessments, students will explore how to effectively plan, implement, and evaluate curriculum to enhance student learning outcomes. Field based experience required. Prerequisites: EDCI 1301 Min Grade C or SED 1301 Min Grade C or ELED 1301 Min Grade C.

SED 300 - Foundations of Secondary Education
Hours: 3
This course provides prospective educators with a comprehensive understanding of curriculum design principles and practices in secondary education. Through a focus on backward design, standards alignment, and summative assessments, students will explore how to effectively plan, implement, and evaluate curriculum to enhance student learning outcomes. Field based experience required. Prerequisites: Minimum overall GPA of 2.50.

SED 330 - Differentiation for All Learners
Hours: 3
This course centers on the principles and practices of differentiation to meet the needs of all learners in today’s classrooms. Teacher candidates will explore strategies to support students across a wide range of abilities and learning needs. Topics include differentiated lesson planning, classroom environment, and effective communication with students, families, and communities. The course emphasizes responsive teaching that fosters meaningful learning for every student. A field-based experience is required. Prerequisites: SED 300 with a minimum grade of C. Minimum GPA of 2.65, Department Approval, and field based experience required.

SED 331 - Instructional Design
Hours: 3
In this course, students will design units, lessons, and assessments that are aligned to state standards while using a variety of student-centered instructional models and strategies. Students will collect, analyze and interpret formative assessment data to make instructional decisions. Prerequisites: "SED 210 Min Grade C or SED 300 Min Grade C" and Requires admission to the Educator Preparation Program.

SED 332 - Creating an Engaging Learning Environment
Hours: 3
This course focuses on the development of appropriate classroom relationships based on current theory and research. This includes social emotional practices, positive behavior interventions and supports, analysis of legal and ethical issues as they relate to classroom relationships, and field experiences in a variety of secondary environments. Prerequisites: SED 300 with a minimum grade of C. Minimum GPA of 2.65, Department Approval, and field based experience required.

SED 389 - Independent Study
Hours: 1-4
Independent Study. One to four semester hours. Individualized instruction/research at an advanced level in a specialized content area under the direction of a faculty member. May be repeated when the topic varies. Prerequisite: Consent of department head.

SED 400 - Issues of Professsionalism
Hours: 3
Students will synthesize and validate concepts encountered during clinical teaching. Regular seminar sessions will focus on the situations, questions, and concerns that arise directly from the clinical teachers' experiences in secondary public school classrooms as well as other relevant topics for novice teachers. Prerequisites: Departmental Approval Required and Requires admission to the Educator Preparation Program.

SED 401 - Clinical Teaching I
Hours: 3
A field-based course in which teacher candidates apply their knowledge and skills in authentic classroom settings. Candidates will design and implement lessons, assess student learning, and foster positive classroom environments, while developing professional dispositions essential for successful classroom practice. Prerequisites: Departmental Approval Required and Requires admission to the Educator Preparation Program.

SED 404 - Clinical Teaching II
Hours: 3-6
This supervised field-based course provides teacher candidates with extended opportunities to assume greater responsibility for classroom instruction. Candidates will design and lead lessons, foster positive classroom environments, and assess student learning to guide instructional decision-making. Under the guidance of a cooperating teacher and university supervisor, candidates will demonstrate professional growth through reflection, collaboration, and effective instructional practice. Prerequisites: Departmental Approval Required and Requires admission to the Educator Preparation Program.

SED 405 - Advanced Issues of Professionalism
Hours: 3-6
Students explore, evaluate, synthesize, and validate concepts of professionalism encountered during supervised clinical teaching. Students explore current topics and issues for public educators and understand the necessity for continued professional development. Prerequisites: Departmental Approval Required and Requires admission to the Educator Preparation Program.

SED 414 - Management and Curriculum Development
Hours: 3
Contains the professional body of knowledge necessary for effective teaching. This course emphasizes methods of organizing and managing a classroom based on an understanding of different environments. Teacher skills which have been proven to be effective in supporting all learners will be developed. The content of this course will include classroom management strategies, curriculum and lesson planning, teaching models, assessment models, and certification issues. Students will exhibit an understanding of the Texas teacher competencies as outlined on the Profession Development portion of the TEXES test. Enrollment is limited to students accepted into the aide waiver program. Co-requisite SED 422.

SED 415 - Effective Teaching
Hours: 3
This course contains the professional body of knowledge necessary for effective teaching. This course focuses on understanding theories and strategies that address the needs of all students. Included in this course will be topics regarding classroom environment, refinement of classroom management and planning techniques, teaching strategies, and informal and formal assessment practices. Students will exhibit an understanding of the Texas Teacher competencies as outlined on the Professional Development portion of the TEXES test. Enrollment is limited to students accepted into the Aide Waiver program.

SED 416 - Edu Research for Eff Tchg
Hours: 3
Edu Research for Eff Tchg. Three semester hours. This course contains the professional body of knowledge necessary for effective teaching. This course emphasizes theories and issues of education that are directly related to teacher professional growth. The content of the course will include site based management, professional ethics, school environment issues, communication issues, educational research and political influences. Students will exhibit an understanding of the Texas teacher competencies as outlined on the Professional Development portion of the TEXES test. Enrollment is limited to students accepted into the Aide Waiver Program.

SED 422 - Internship in Teaching
Hours: 3
Internship in Teaching. Three semester hours. (Same as ELED 422) Supervised experiences in the secondary school designed for post-baccalaureate students who are seeking initial certification at the graduate level. Students will be supervised by teachers, administrators, and University liaisons. Regular seminar sessions may be held and will focus on concerns related to classroom management practices, curriculum development, and/or instructional strategies.

SED 489 - Independents Study
Hours: 1-4
Independent Study. One to four semester hours. Individualized instruction/research at an advanced level in a specialized content area under the direction of a faculty member. May be repeated when the topic varies. Prerequisite: Consent of department head.

SED 490 - Honors Thesis
Hours: 3

SED 491 - H Ind Honors Rdg
Hours: 3

SED 497 - Special Topics
Hours: 1-4
Special Topics. One to four semester hours. Organized class. May be repeated when topics vary.