School of Education
Field Experiences & Degree Completion
Core Values
Commitment to Learn – We believe that abilities and achievements grow through willingness, effort, experience, and persistence.
Collaboration – We believe that creative ideas and effective solutions stem from openness, partnership, and community.
Cultural Competence – We fully appreciate our own cultural roots and we believe that understanding and valuing the cultures of others leads to authentic connections and relationships.
Social Justice – We believe that equitable access to resources and opportunities is the key to personal growth, professional accomplishments, and systemic change.
Health and Wellness – We believe that excellence comes from enjoying what we do and striving for balance in body, mind, and spirit.
Vision
The Commonwealth's gold standard in educator preparation where innovative educators bridge theory and practice through the application of design-thinking methodologies, the cultivation of entrepreneurial and innovative mindsets, and a commitment to experimentation, continuous improvement, and meaningful partnerships with schools and communities.
Mission
Building on our historical legacy of cultivating professional excellence in teaching, leadership, research, and service the School of Education advances equity and excellence though collaborative community partnerships across the Commonwealth. We prepare educators to lead and inspire by emphasizing authentic, interdisciplinary, project-based and experiential learning; fluency in emerging educational technologies; emotional intelligence; integrity; and the creation of inclusive environments for all learners, including the neurodiverse.
Aim:
Our graduates emerge as culturally competent, highly skilled, and future-ready educators who lead with impact - adaptable, innovative problem solvers who can navigate change while remaining committed to student growth and development.
Programs
Kentucky State University is a state-approved and nationally accredited Educator Preparation Provider (EPP), offering seven undergraduate Teacher Education Programs (TEPs) and one graduate. Each program is state-approved by the Education Professional Standards Board (EPSB, http://www.epsb.ky.gov) and nationally accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP, http://caepnet.org).
The TEPs include:
- Biology Education (6th -12th grade), School of Agriculture, Community, Environment, and the Sciences
- Elementary Education and Teaching (primary-5th grade), School of Education
- English Education (6th -12th grade), School of Humanities and Performing Arts
- Mathematics Education (6th -12th grade), School of Agriculture, Community, Environment, and the Sciences
- Music Education (primary-12th grade), School of Humanities and Performing Arts
- Exercise Science (teaching) (primary-12th grade), School of Education
- Exercise Science (Allied Health), School of Education
- Exercise Science (Sports Management), School of Education
- Social Studies Education (6th -12th grade), School of Behavioral and Social Sciences
- Special Education with a specialization in Learning and Behavioral Disorders (Masters program, primary-12th grade), School of Education
In addition to the TEPs, the School of Education offers two programs that prepare graduates for professional careers in fields other than education: BA Child Development and Family Relations (CDF) and BA Physical Education (non-teaching) with a track in Exercise and Sports Studies or in Sports Management.
Professional Standards
Instruction and assessment are aligned with standards that are determined by state and national organizations. These standards and organizations include the following:
- Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)
- InTASC Model Core Teaching Standards and Learning Progressions for Teachers 1.0
- 21st Century Skills
- Standards of the specialized professional association (SPA) of each program:
- National Organization for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) for IECE
- Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) for Special Education
- National Association of School Musicians (NASM) for Music Education
Field Experiences & Degree Completion
Field Experiences
To prepare graduates for the real world of teaching, the School of Education provides multiple opportunities for teacher candidates to practice what they learn through their coursework by engaging in professional experiences in a variety of professional settings. Before being approved to begin field experiences in schools, candidates must have a clear criminal background check verified each year. Teacher candidates must enter data pertaining to all field experiences in the Kentucky Field Experiences Tracking System (KFETS). Teacher candidates must complete a minimum of 200 hours of field experiences as a prerequisite of admission to student teaching.
Degree Completion
To earn an undergraduate degree from the School of Education a student admitted to Kenucky State University must complete all course, and both clinical and field experiences. Students should consult with their academic advisors and the faculty to learn more about their specific programs. Requirements for admission to the University, admission to a Teacher Education Program (TEP), admission to student teaching, and/or program completion may be changed by a decision or action of an accrediting agency, the Kentucky Legislature, KSU Faculty Senate, KSU administration, the Teacher Education Committee (TEC), or the TEP. Students who are admitted to a TEP and then are not enrolled in courses for a period of 18 months or longer, are withdrawn from the TEP. When students re-enroll in the University, they must meet the criteria for admission to their TEP that are in place at that time.
Teacher Education Program
Admission to a Teacher Education Program
To be admitted into a Teacher Education Program, students must submit a completed application; have a minimum of 42 semester credit hours with a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 and/or 3.0 for the most recent college-level courses and a grade of C or above in designated courses. 25 field hours are required with all data submitted in Kentucky Field Experiences Tracking System (KFETS) and verified through documentation signed by mentor teachers. Students must also have three professional disposition instruments; a passing score on the Core Academic Skills for Educators (CASE); a test of academic content published by the Educational Testing Service (ETS; http://www.ets.org): Reading (5713) score of 156; Writing (5723) score of 162; and Mathematics (5733) score of 150; a well-written autobiographical sketch; an impromptu writing interview; and any other prerequisites as determined by the Teacher Education Committee (TEC).
Five Options for EPP Admittance per EPSB
Option 1- ACT Scores: Reading 20, Writing 18, and Math 19
Option 2- A composite ACT score of 22
Option 3- CASE (Praxis I) Reading 156, Writing 162, and Math 150
Option 4- Combination of ACT and Praxis CASE scores that demonstrates academic competency in reading, writing and math
Option 5- GPA of 3.0 or better with CASE scores within 1-5 points below identified min. score of each assessment area (Reading, Writing, and Math)
Admission to Student Teaching
Completed application; 200 field hours with all data submitted in Kentucky Field Experiences Tracking System (KFETS) and verified through documentation signed by mentor teachers; cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 or higher, at the end of the semester prior to the semester of student teaching; passing grades in all courses in the Liberal Studies Core; grades of C or above in all education foundation courses and education content courses; three professional dispositions instrument; an official score on ETS Praxis II content and/or pedagogical exams, as determined by the Education Professional Standards Board (EPSB) and required by the TEC; clear state- and national- level criminal report submitted to the placement district; current physical examination report, including a TB skin test or x-ray (available through KSU Betty White Clinic); verification of current liability insurance obtained through Kentucky Education Association (KEA); forms and fees required for graduation; and other prerequisites as determined by the TEC. Note: Student teaching placements are the result of collaboration between the School of Education and Human Development and school district leaders. While student preferences and requests are taken into consideration in placement decisions, other factors are considered as well, including diversity of field and life experiences, teaching and learning opportunities offered by districts, research being conducted, and supervision logistics. While the University understands and supports district needs for diversity and “grow-your-own” initiatives, the norm is for student teachers not to be placed in schools they attended as P-12 students.
Teacher Education Program Completion
70 documented days of student teaching, with each day being a minimum of six hours; electronic submission of multiple assignments that demonstrate competency in teaching; professional dispositions at the expected level; and cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 or higher, at the end of the student teaching semester. Note: Student teaching is a demanding and continuously assessed experience of fully engaged, unpaid teaching in P-12 schools. Candidates may not be employed during the hours of student teaching, which often surpass the students’ school day due to before- and after-school planning and meetings. Students are encouraged to think and plan ahead financially and logistically for their full-time semester of student teaching.
The University’s liberal study requirements strengthen all baccalaureate programs within the College and are compatible with the accreditation requirements of the Council for Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), the Kentucky Education Professional Standards Board (EPSB), the National Association of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs and Administration (NASPAA), and the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
CAEP (Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation)
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Context & Knowledge
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Clinical Partnership
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Candidate Quality
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Program Impact
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Provider Quality
InTasc Standards (Interstate Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium)
1. Learner Development
2. Learning Differences
3, Learning Environments
4. Content Knowledge
5. Content Application
6. Assessment
7. Planning
8. Instructional Strategies
9. Professional Learning
10. Leadership/Collaboration
Teach America
Juanita Losey Scholarship- Awarded by the Board of Trustees of the Teachers Retirement System of Kentucky
Childhood Development and Family Relations
CDF 101: Intro Early Child Edu
Examines various program models and philosophies of early childhood education and includes a basic introduction to the overall needs of young children. (Lecture, field trips, and observation)
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
CDF 102: Family Development
Examines the stages of the family life cycle and interpersonal relationships among family members. (Lecture and dis-cussion)
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
CDF 203: Child Development I
This course examines the physical, mental, social, and emotional growth of a child from conception through age three. Providing quality care and education of infants and toddlers. (Lecture and observation)
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
CDF 204: Child Development II
A lecture/observation course designed for child development and early education (K/4) majors which examines the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional growth of the child from age four through eight years. (Lecture and observation)
Prerequisite: CDF 203
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
CDF 206: Mus/Games/ Creative Exper
Study of the creative process and imagination of young children. Appropriate procedures for the establishment of a climate conducive to creativity in preschool learning environments.
Prerequisite: CDF 204
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
CDF 305: Mat/Meth Early Child Edu
A study of content, methods, and materials for teaching young children in a group setting.
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
CDF 315: Child Guidance
Intense study of child development theories and guidance techniques. (Two hours lecture and two hours laboratory)
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 4
CDF 316: Teacher's Role Fam/Sch Rel
A study of current principles and practices and the analysis of factors which enhance the teacher’s role in family/ school relations. (Lecture and report/writing)
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
CDF 318: Assessment Young Child
A study and application of various assessment instruments and evaluative techniques utilized in determining the needs of children birth through five years.
Prerequisite: Junior classification or consent of instructor
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
CDF 407: Adv Pract Early Child Prog I
Supervised practicum in the Early Childhood Learning Center. (Eight hours laboratory, one hour lecture)
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 9
CDF 408: Adv Prac Early Ch Prog II
Supervised practicum in the Early Childhood Learning Center. (Eight hours laboratory, one hour lecture)
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 9
CDF 409: Org & Adm of Early Ch Prog
Organization and administration of early childhood education programs including housing, equipment, programs, records, and parent involvement.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
CDF 420: Parent Education
Study and application of various principles and techniques useful in working with parents of preschool through adolescent children.
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
CDF 421: Cultural Divers Child/Family
Exploratory study of cultural aspects, value system, family, social and economic roles of various races and ethnic groups in the American Society.
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Education
EDU 101: Introduction to Education
EDU 101 is a 3-credit hour course consisting of 3 contact hours taught by School of Education Faculty. This course serves as an introduction to the contemporary dynamics of the K-12 education system in the United States. Different pedagogies that encourage active participation in individual and group settings will be explored. Students will also investigate legal and ethical issues, the impact of the multistate adoption of the common core standards, educational theories, and explore the effects of culture on teaching and learning, all of which impact 21st century teachers.
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
EDU 102: Intro to Education II
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
EDU 118: Intro. to University Learning
This course is an introduction to the college experience and the opportunity to explore the skills and expectations necessary at the college level. In alignment with the student learning outcomes, students will explore the psychology of success, adapt to effective learning behaviors, and understand the science of learning. This course provides a learning opportunity for the student which includes communication skills, critical reasoning, problem solving, study skills, time management, and goal setting. The content of the course is designed to help students in becoming more independent learners in order that they can make the most of their educational opportunities. Additionally, the course will expose students to the history, numerous resources, and services available at Kentucky State University. Students will learn how to enhance their current study skills toward developing a foundation for lifelong learning and career development.
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
EDU 202: Found of Teaching and Educ
Introductory course that presents a framework on which to build a solid foundation that deals with the critical role of the teacher in American education. Successful completion required for admission to Teacher Education Program. Daytime field hours required at local schools. (Merger of EDU 294 and EDU 324)
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
EDU 203: Intro to Tech. in Education
Knowledge and skill development in the use of microcomputers and media in the classroom. Focus on computer literacy, application, and equipment operation. Successful completion required for admission to Teacher Education Program. Field work required. (Formerly EDU 325)
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
EDU 204: Cultural Responsiveness
The Cultural Responsiveness course is designed to assist students with examining their understanding of global culture and how they respond to our diverse world. Self-reflection, discussion and respectful sharing of viewpoints and understandings are imperative to this class. Project based learning (PBL) is the major teaching/learning strategy used in this course.
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
EDU 206: PRAXIS CASE: Math Test Prep Se
EDU 206 is a 1-credit hour course consisting of 1hour regular classroom contact taught by Mathematics Faculty. In class meetings will be supplemented with online test practice and preparation materials. This course is designed to assist students with examination support and preparation strategies for mathematics portion of the PRAXIS Core Academic Skills for Educatiors (CASE) exam.
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 1
EDU 207: PRAXIS CASE: Read & Writ Test
EDU 207 is a 1-credit hour course consisting of 1 hour regular classroom contact taught by English Faculty. In class meetings will be supplemented with online test practice and preparation materials. This course is desighnted to assist students with examination support and preparation strategies for the PRAXIS Core Academic Skills for Educators (CASE): Reading (5712) and CASE: Writing (5722) exams.
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 1
EDU 302: Child & Adolescent Dev
Stage approach toward physical, cognitive, and social-emotional development of individuals from birth through adolescence. Applies theories, research, cultural factors, and risk and protective factors to the study of student learning. Day-time field hours required at Rosenwald and local schools. (Replaces EDU 221)
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
EDU 303: Educational Assessment/Eval
This course is designed to teach procedures for authentically assessing and enhancing student learning (P-12). Students will learn to design, administer, and interpret a variety of assessment measures. Deals with concepts of validity, reliability, norms, standard scores, legal and ethical issues. Field hours required in local schools. (Replaces EDU 402)
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
EDU 304: Classroom & Learning Manage
Practical, ecological approaches toward classroom organization and arrangement, rules and procedures, planning, student self-regulation, communication, assessing and solving problems. Investigates theories, research, school safety, and diversity issues pertaining to each area of management. Day time field hours required in local schools.
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
EDU 308: Spec Topics in Education
This course is designed to assist students with examination support and preparation strategies. Students will prepare a study plan to guide their preparation strategies. Students will also engage in several current issues and topics related to education reform such as common core standards updates and implementation. The student may enroll in this course up to three times under different topics.
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
EDU 309: Special Topics in Education
This course is designed to assist students with examination support and preparation strategies. Students will prepare a study plan to guide their preparation strategies. Students will also engage in several current issues and topics related to education reform such as common core standards updates and implementation. The student may enroll in this course up to three times under different topics.
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
EDU 310: Intro Exceptional Edu
Survey of major areas of exceptionality. A study of principles and practices for mainstreaming children with exceptionalities in regular classrooms. Field work required.
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
EDU 311: Lgl/Parental Iss Spec Ed
A review of pertinent legislation concerning human and constitutional rights and parental issues related to individuals with disabilities.
Prerequisite: EDU 310
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
EDU 316: Early Chldhd Ed Hand
Overview of Early Childhood Education of the handicapped with discussions of historical and empirical support for providing early intervention services, screening assessment, instructional programming, family involvement, and service delivery models.
Prerequisite: EDU 310
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
EDU 318: Special Education Practicum
Supervised field experience in more than one setting to prepare students to become teachers of handicapped children during early childhood.
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
EDU 320: Teach Reading/Lang Arts Elem
A study of the current research, instructional methods and materials, assessments for teaching reading and language arts in the elementary school (P-5). Emphasis is on teaching reading and writing through a balanced literacy approach. Field work required. (Merger of EDU 312 and EDU 415).
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
EDU 401: Behavior Mgt/Inst Excep Lrn
The supervised pre-student teaching experiences with children, identified as exceptional learners, will afford students the opportunity to be mentored by an experienced teacher, as well as observe and work with students in “real life” educational environments. Field work required.
Prerequisite: EDU 316
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
EDU 404: Des Cur Lrn Envi Yng Ch Dis
Designing curriculum and implementing learning environment which enhance the growth and development of young children with disabilities.
Prerequisite: Junior standing
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
EDU 405: Teach Social Studies Elem Sch
This course is an interdisciplinary approach to teaching and learning social studies. Emphasis will be placed on concept development, planning, preparing students to live in a global and culturally diverse world, developing critical competencies, and evaluating and assessing student learning. Field work required. (Replaces EDU 314.)
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
EDU 407: Lit Assess & Intervent Str
A study of the methods and tools for assessment of reading in elementary grades. Also includes proven intervention strategies for improvement of reading related to assessment results. This course is tied closely to the assessment procedures of the Teacher Work Sample.
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
EDU 408: Teaching PE in Elem School
Designed to provide the prospective teacher with an opportunity to implement effective instructional programs. The focus of the course will include lead-up games and a variety of low organized activities, as well as health and nutrition for young children. Field work required. (Merger of PHE 258 and PHE 260)
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program
Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
EDU 410: Teaching High Sch English
Content, instructional methods, materials, and assessment for each subject area. Field work required.
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
EDU 411: Teaching High Sch Math
Content, instructional methods, materials, and assessment for each subject area. Field work required.
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
EDU 412: Teaching High Sch Science
Content, instructional methods, materials, and assessment for each subject area. Field work required.
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
EDU 413: Teaching High Sch Science
Content, instructional methods, materials, and assessment for each subject area. Field work required.
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
EDU 414: Teaching High Sch Social Stud
Content, instructional methods, materials, and assessment for each subject area. Field work required.
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
EDU 415: Teach. Language Arts/Elem Sch
Content, instructional methods, materials, and assessment for each subject area. Field work required.
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
EDU 420: Teach. Health in Schools
This course examines current research, instructional methods, materials, and assessment for language arts instruction (P-5). Includes developmental processes and assessment techniques that will give pre-service teachers the proper fundamental foundation for reading. Field work required
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
EDU 422: Teaching Health in Schools
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
EDU 423: Tch Math/Science Elem Sch
A study of content, instructional methods, materials, and assessment for teaching mathematics and science (P-5). Field work required.
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
EDU 430: Organization/Admin Pub Schools
Explore basic principles of school administration. Emphasizes the role of teachers as leaders and managers in the classroom and as participants in the administration of schools. Overviews key topical issues in P-12 education and critiques instructional principles and strategies. Field and work required. (Merger of EDU 305 and EDU 409)
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
EDU 445: Teach HS Reading in Cont Area
A study of assessment, materials and methods for reading instruction in secondary schools with emphasis on improving reading in content areas.
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
EDU 450: Clinical Education Experience
Clinical Education Experience provides 200 hours of constantly supervised, real-world teaching in public schools, for candidates pursuing a bachelor degree and teacher certification. This course meets the state Regulation 16 KAR 5:040 requirement that governs admission, placement, and supervision in student teaching and stipulates that all candidates enrolled in student teaching shall complete a minimum of 200 hours of diverse and focused field experiences prior to student teaching. Placements will include engagement with diverse population of student which include PREREQUISITES: Student must be admitted into the EPP and classified as at least a junior.
Credit Hours: 6
EDU 452: K-12 Clinical Experience
Clinical Education Experience 2 builds upon the skills developed in Part 1 (EDU 450). Candidates take on greater responsibility, planning and delivering lessons independently, managing the classroom, and adjusting their strategies to meet student needs. This phase prepares them for full student teaching by refining their teaching practices, encouraging deeper reflection, and giving them leadership experience in the classroom. The student will receive additional field hours in a clinical area related to their topic of interest. Students MUST have taken EDU 450
Prerequisite: Students MUST be admitted into the EPP and classified as at least a Junior
Credit Hours: 6
Contact Hours: 6
EDU 454: Undergraduate Student Teaching
Undergraduate student teaching provides 70 days of full-time, unpaid, constantly supervised clinical practice in public schools, for candidates pursuing a bachelor degree from one of KSU's teacher education programs (TEPs). Individuals who have completed all coursework and required, standardized exams go through a formal application process for admission to student teaching. By Kentucky regulation, student teachers may not be employed by their schools in any way in any role, although they may be employed by a different school in a manner that does not interfere with fullfillment of student teaching responsibilities.
Credit Hours: 12
Contact Hours: 12
EDU 464: Supervised Teach IECE
Observation and practice of lesson planning, classroom teaching, classroom management, and assessment of learning under the guidance of a supervising teacher and a university supervisor. Other appropriate placements for IECE majors will be designed. The ten Kentucky New Teacher Standards are emphasized.
Prerequisite: Admission to Supervised Teaching
Credit Hours: 12
Contact Hours: 12
EDU 474: Supervis Tch Elementary Educ
Observation and practice of lesson planning, classroom teaching, classroom management, and assessment of learning under the guidance of a supervising teacher and a university supervisor. Other appropriate placements for IECE majors will be designed. The nine Kentucky New Teacher Standards are emphasized.
Prerequisite: Admission to Supervised Teaching
Credit Hours: 12
Contact Hours: 12
EDU 484: Supervis Teach Elem & Sec
Observation and practice of lesson planning, classroom teaching, classroom management, and assessment of learning under the guidance of a supervising teacher and a university supervisor. Other appropriate placements for IECE majors will be designed. The nine Kentucky New Teacher Standards are emphasized.
Prerequisite: Admission to Supervised Teaching
Credit Hours: 12
Contact Hours: 12
EDU 494: Supervise Tch/Secondary Ed
Observation and practice of lesson planning, classroom teaching, classroom management, and assessment of learning under the guidance of a supervising teacher and a university supervisor. Other appropriate placements for IECE majors will be designed. The nine Kentucky New Teacher Standards are emphasized.
Prerequisite: Admission to Supervised Teaching
Credit Hours: 12
Contact Hours: 12
EDU 495: Post-Baccalaureate Capstone
This course is designed to be a culminating experience for teacher candidates who have worked on provisional or probationary certificates or in private schools. This course is not open to degree-seeking students. Grading is pass/fail.
Credit Hours: 12
Contact Hours: 12
Family & Consumer Sciences
FCS 101: Found. of Family & Consumer Sc
An orientation course, required of all family and consumer science majors, designed to acquaint students with the issues, history and philosophy, and Body of Knowledge of the family and consumer science profession. Special emphasis is placed on helping students identify their goals and individual needs and explore possible professional Family and Consumer Sciences career areas.
Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
FCS 201: Des. Ele & Princ. for the Cons
Study of the principle and elements of design for the consumer and professional. Application of the arts.
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
FCS 202: Apparel Const. & Analysis
Application of garment construction and the fundamentals of fashion apparel production. Emphasis on the consumer, quality, terminology, construction and elements of design.
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
FCS 215: Agribusiness Management
This course is an introduction to agribusiness management in the United States. It focuses on the application of business principles to real-world issues with industries that depend upon agricultural production.
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
FCS 301: Inst. Strat. in Family & Cons.
This course focus on teaching strategies and instructional materials for Family and Consumer Sciences with application to formal and non-formal educational settings including requirements for teacher education.
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
FCS 303: Consumer Eco. & Rescource Mang
The study of financial management, consumer economics, resource management, consumer protection, energy, environmental concerns and other related matters.
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
FCS 304: Housing & Home Environment
Exploration of design and changing technology in the interior environment and housing needs of a diverse society.
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
FCS 305: Principles of Food Preparation
A course that teaches the basics of food, food preparation, food service and food science.
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
FCS 306: Diagnosis Tech of Anim. Diseas
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
FCS 307: Animal Nutrition
Course covers basic nutritional requirements of animals including lab, companion, and farm animals.Includes some basic ration formulation and nutrition related diseases and conditions.
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
FCS 402: Lifespan Dev. (Hum. Dev.)
A life-span development course that focused on developmental domains from birth through death.
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Physical Education
PHE 101: Volleyball
Fundamental skills, techniques, terminology, and rules of volleyball. (Two labs per week)
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 102: Basketball
Fundamental skills, techniques, terminology, and rules of basketball. (Two labs per week)
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 103: Football (Flag)
Fundamental skills, techniques, terminology, and rules of flag football. (Two labs per week)
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 104: Softball
Fundamental skills, techniques, terminology, and rules of softball. (Two labs per week)
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 105: Soccer
Fundamental skills, techniques, terminology, and rules of soccer. (Two labs per week)
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 109: Beginning Swimming
Designed to teach students basic skills in swimming, diving, and water safety. (Two labs per week)
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 110: Beginning Tennis
Fundamental skills, techniques, terminology, and rules of tennis. (Two labs per week)
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 111: Track & Field
Fundamental skills, techniques, terminology, and rules of track and field. (Two labs per week)
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 112: Badminton
Fundamental skills, techniques, terminology, and rules of badminton. (Two labs per week)
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 113: Golf
Fundamental skills, techniques, terminology, and rules of golf. (Two labs per week)
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 115: Archery
Fundamental skills, techniques, terminology, and rules of archery. (Two labs per week)
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 116: Racquetball
Fundamental skills, techniques, terminology, and rules of racquetball. (Two labs per week)
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 117: Bowling
Fundamental skills, techniques, terminology, and rules of bowling. (Two labs per week)
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 118: Body Condition/Phys Fitness
Designed to help the student understand the basis of physical fitness and develop a systematic program of exercise. (Two labs per week)
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 119: Yoga
Exercise method utilized to increase coordination, concentration, flexibility, strength, and stamina in localized muscle groups of the body.
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 1
PHE 120: Gymkhana Performance Class
This course offers beginning and advanced gymnastics. Open to all non-physical education majors. (Maybe repeated for credit)
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 1
PHE 121: Karate I
An introduction to physical and metaphysical aspects of the art of self defense, meditation, and relaxation. (Two labs per week)
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 122: Karate II
An advanced course for students who are serious about the pursuit of the martial arts. (Two labs per week)
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 123: Aerobic Dance I
Designed to improve the cardiovascular system and to promote an understanding of aerobics in the prevention of heart disease. (Two labs per week)
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 124: Aerobic Dance II
Assists students in determining their level of cardiovascular fitness and in designing a personal aerobics program. (Two labs per week)
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 125: Team Sports I
The student will be exposed to the fundamental skills, techniques, and rules of volleyball, basketball, and football. (two labs per week.)
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 126: Team Sports II
Fundamental skills, techniques, terminology, strategy and rules of soccer, softball, and track will be addressed during the class setting. (Two hours of lab per week)
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 127: Individual Sports I
Fundamental skills, techniques, terminology, strategy of tennis, archery and badminton will be addressed during the class setting. (Two hours of lab per week)
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 128: Individual Sports II
Fundamental skills, techniques, terminology, strategy and rules of golf, racquetball, and field will be addressed during the class setting. (Two hours of lab per week)
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 131: Alpine Skiing
An individualized Alpine Skiing course taught by Certified Ski School instructors on the staff at SKI Butler. Individualized instruction at beginner, intermediate, advanced, and competition levels.
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 1
PHE 145: Interm Tennis
Review of beginning tennis skills. Emphasis on strategy and improvement of skills. (Two labs per week)
Prerequisite: PHE 110
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 200: Lifelong Leisure Activities
Designed to teach basic skills related to water activities, golf, and bowling.
Prerequisite: PHE 109 or consent of instructor
Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 201: Team Sports-Volleyball
Designed to expose the student to intermediate techniques of performance, and teaching techniques of volleyball. (One lecture, one lab per week)
Prerequisite: Physical Education major
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 202: Team Sports-Basketball
Designed to expose the student to intermediate techniques of performance, and teaching techniques of basketball. (One lecture, one lab per week)
Prerequisite: Physical Education major
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 203: Team Sports-Football
Designed to expose the student to intermediate techniques of performance, and teaching techniques of flag football. (One lecture, one lab per week)
Prerequisite: Physical Education major
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 204: Team Sports-Softball
Designed to expose the student to intermediate techniques of performance, and teaching techniques of softball. (One lecture, one lab per week)
Prerequisite: Physical Education major
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 205: Team Sports-Soccer
Designed to expose the students to intermediate techniques of performance, and teaching techniques of soccer. (One lecture, one lab per week)
Prerequisite: Physical Education major
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 209: Beginning Swimming
Designed to teach students basic skills in swimming, diving, and water safety. Either from the educational or recreational setting. Education majors will develop activity appropriate lesson plans.
Prerequisite: Physical Education major
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 1
PHE 210: Indiv Sports-Tennis
Designed to expose the students to intermediate techniques of performance, and teaching techniques of tennis. (One lecture, one lab per week)
Prerequisite: Physical Education major
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 211: Indiv Sports-Track/Field
Designed to expose the students to intermediate techniques of performance, and teaching techniques of track and field. (One lecture, one lab per week)
Prerequisite: Physical Education major
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 212: Indiv Sports-Badminton
Designed to expose the students to intermediate techniques of performance, and teaching techniques of badminton. (One lecture, one lab per week)
Prerequisite: Physical Education major
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 213: Indiv Sports-Golf
Designed to expose the students to intermediate techniques of performance, and teaching techniques of golf. (One lecture, one lab per week)
Prerequisite: Physical Education major
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 215: Team Sports Concepts
Includes safety precautions, repairing and ordering equipment, coaching positions, shooting techniques, history of archery, tournament regulations and terminology utilized.
Prerequisite: Physical Education major
Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 216: Individual Sports Concepts
Designed to expose students to intermediate and advanced techniques of performance and teaching strategies utilized in racquetball.
Prerequisite: Physical Education major
Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 218: Teach Body Condition
Designed to expose the students to intermediate techniques of performance, and teaching techniques of body conditioning and physical fitness. (One lecture, one lab per week)
Prerequisite: Physical Education major
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 219: Yoga
The course is designed to expose students to intermediate and advanced techniques of performance and teaching strategies utilized in Yoga. (One lecture, one lab per week)
Prerequisite: Physical Education major
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 220: Gymknaha Performance Class
This course offers beginning and advanced gymnastics. (Maybe repeated for credit)
Prerequisite: Physical Education major
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 1
PHE 221: Karate I
Designed to expose students to intermediate and advanced techniques of performance and teaching strategies utilized in Karate.
Prerequisite: Physical Education major
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 1
PHE 222: Karate II
An advanced course designed for students who wish to advance to different belt levels.
Prerequisite: PHE 221
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 1
PHE 225: Team Sports I
Designed to expose the student to intermediate techniques of performance, teaching and assessment techniques of volleyball, basketball, and football. (Two labs per week)
Prerequisite: Physical Education Major
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 226: Team Sports II
The student will be exposed to fundamental skills, techniques, terminology strategy and rules of soccer, softball, and track during the class setting. The student will also be exposed to the methods of teaching and assessment in the activities. (Two hours of lab per week)
Prerequisite: Physical Education Major
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 227: Individual Sports I
The student will be exposed to fundamental skills, techniques, terminology, strategy of tennis, archery and badminton. The methods of teaching and assessment will also be addressed in the class setting. (Two hours of lab per week)
Prerequisite: Physical Education Major
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 228: Individual Sports II
The student will be exposed to fundamental skills, techniques, terminology, strategy and rules of golf, racquetball, and field will be addressed during the class setting. The student will be exposed to the methods of teaching and assessment also in the activities. (Two hours of lab per week)
Prerequisite: Physical Education Major
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 240: Intermediate Swimming
Review of beginning swimming skills. Instruction in techniques of all strokes useful to recreational swimming. (Two labs per week)
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 257: Elem Rhythmic Dance Act
Designed to expose the prospective teacher to a variety of rhythmic and dance activities. (One lecture, one lab per week)
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 259: Mov Gym Act Elem Sch
Designed to expose the prospective teacher to a variety of movement, gymnastic apparatus, stunt and tumbling activities. (One lecture, two labs per week)
Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 3
PHE 299: Sports Concepts
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
PHE 301: Human Anat for Phys Ed/Sport
This course is designed to expose physical education majors to the muscular, skeletal, circulatory, and respiratory systems of the body and the relationship of those systems to physical education and sport.
Prerequisite: BIO 111 and Physical Education major
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
PHE 302: Human Phy. for Physical Edu &
A course in human physiology for physical education students. The following systems will be covered: nervous system, cardiovascular system, lymphatic, system, respiratory system, digestive system, temperature regulation, and the reproductive system. Credit: 4 semester hours.
Prerequisite: BIO 111 and physical education major
Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 4
PHE 310: Army Fitness Program
Designed to help students understand and participate in a physical fitness training program. (Three labs per week)
Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 3
PHE 320: Adapted Physical Education
Designed to familiarize students with conditions that limit individual participation in physical activity. (Two lectures, one lab per week; six hours of observation)
Prerequisite: PHE 331
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
PHE 323: Principles of Physical Educ
An introduction to the historical, philosophical, biological, physiological, sociological, and political principles of physical education and sports. (Three lectures per week)
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
PHE 324: Sports Injury:Prevention/Care
Designed to introduce the student to sports medicine. Laboratory experience is provided. (Two lectures, one lab per week)
Prerequisite: PHE 301
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
PHE 330: Physiology of Exercise
Designed to present the physiological effects of exercise on the various body systems. (Two lectures, two labs per week)
Prerequisite: PHE 301
Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 4
PHE 331: Kinesiology/Biomechanics
Designed to provide an understanding of the anatomical and mechanical aspects of human movement. (Three lectures, one lab per week)
Prerequisite: PHE 301
Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 4
PHE 332: Motor Develop/MotorLearning
Introduces students to major concepts of motor development and motor learning. Includes application of these concepts to the teaching of motor skills.
Prerequisite: PSY 303
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
PHE 333: Psycho/Socio Aspects of Sports
Aids the prospective teacher/coach to understand and apply the psychological and sociological concepts of sports and physical activity in the learning environment.
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
PHE 334: Princ. of Strength & Condition
This course examines the scientific theories and principles of the physical conditioning process. Emphasis is placed on the design and implementation of effective strength and conditioning programs for enhanced health and fitness. Credit: 3 semester hours.
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
PHE 340: Sports Marketing
This course helps students gain a deeper understanding of sport marketing by examining in-depth the sport marketing mix of product, price, place, and promotion as well as marketing research, marketing strategy, market segmentation, branding, sponsorships, licensing venue and event marketing, global sport marketing, and public relations.
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
PHE 345: Sports Communication
This course is designed to give provide students with an overview of the field of sport communication; specific topics include models of sport communication, print and electronic media, sport advertisisng, public relations, media relations, and employment opportunities.
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
PHE 351: Lifeguard Training
Leads to certification by the American Red Cross. (Two labs per week)
Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 352: Water Safety Instructor
Training in teaching swimming. American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification upon successful completion. (Two labs per week)
Prerequisite: PHE 240 or comparable skills
Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 355: Sports Officiating
Intensive study of playing rules, rule interpretation, and techniques and mechanics of officiating. (Two lectures, one lab per week)
Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 3
PHE 360: Economics & Govern. in Sports
This course provides and in-depth analysis of the history, development and organizational structures of the agencies that govern sport. This course also examines the financial aspects of sport and how sport affects the economy.
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
PHE 370: Sport and Society
This course focus on the enormous impact sports has played and continues to play in society, with and emphasis on U.S. society.
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
PHE 371: Sports Fac & Event Manag.
This course is designed to give students information and knowledge on the operationa and management of athletic and recreational facilities.
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
PHE 380: Coaching Competitive Ath
Introduction to the theories and practices pertaining to athletic performance and athletic management for coaching. (Two lectures per week)
Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 381: Coaching Volley/Basketball
Theory, strategy, and mechanics of coaching volleyball and basketball. (Two lectures per week)
Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 382: Coaching Track & Field Events
Theory, strategy, and mechanics of coaching track and field events. (Two lectures per week)
Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 383: Coaching Soccer/Football
Theory, strategy, and mechanics of coaching soccer and football. (Two lectures per week)
Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 384: Coaching Baseball/Softball
Theory, strategy, and mechanics of coaching baseball and softball. (Two lectures per week)
Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 389: Legal Aspects Coaching Ath
Provides the student with knowledge and understanding of applications of law to the specific areas of school physical education and athletic programs. (Two lectures per week)
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
PHE 390: Scientific Basis of Coaching
Introduces the student to the scientific disciplines that undergird sound athletic coaching practices: sport psychology, bio-mech-anics, and exercise physiology. (One lecture, one lab per week)
Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 391: Psychology of Motor Learning
Provides the student with knowledge and understanding of skill acquisition and motor performance applicable when participating in sport activities. (One lecture, one lab per week)
Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 401: Tests/Measurements HPE
The theory of measurement and statistical techniques. Includes construction of tests and the measuring of physical fitness and motor performances. (Two lectures, one lab per week)
Prerequisite: MAT 111
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
PHE 402: Res. Methods. in Exercise Sci.
This course is designed to provide the student with a working knowledge of research methodology in health and human performance. This will assist them in identifying problem areas, designing and implementing data collection techniques for their research paper. Credit: 3 semester hours.
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
PHE 421: Organization/Adm of HPE
Introduces the student to the principles, organization, and administration of school health, physical education, and intramural and interscholastic sports programs. (Three lectures per week)
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
PHE 423: Adv Techniques AthleticTrain
Provides the students with advanced knowledge and understanding of athletic training including counseling, education, therapeutic modalities, rehabilitation techniques, and organization and administration of an athletic facility.
Prerequisite: PHE 324
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
PHE 425: Ath Train High Impact Fld Exp
Students obtain high impact field experience under the direct supervision of a certified athletic trainer.
Prerequisite: PHE 423
Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
PHE 426: Assess Procedures in Athl Trng
Provides the students with knowledge and skills necessary to perform evaluation and implement rehabilitation protocols to injured athletes. (Formerly PHE 424)
Prerequisite: PHE 423
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
PHE 440: Intern. in Exercise Science
A supervised internship in a professional work environment, which will provide the student with exposure to the job market in physical education business and public health agencies. Credit: 3 semester hours.
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Health Education
HED 107: First Aid and Safety
Designed to prepare students to provide immediate and temporary care in emergency situations, including accidents or sudden illnesses. Open to all students.
Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
HED 221: Personal Health/Life Fitness
An introduction to the beneficial effects of a positive healthy life style and methods to implement and live such a life style
Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
HED 222: Personal Health/Life Fit II
A continuation of HED 221. Emphasis will be placed on the application of content relevant to health behaviors associated with the use of drugs, alcohol, tobacco, human sexuality, marriage and the family environment.
Prerequisite: HED 221
Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
HED 223: Prin of Health Edu
A study of the foundations and principles of health, including physical, mental, social, emotional, and environmental aspects of health.
Prerequisite: HED 221
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
HED 300: Found of Health Education
This course is designed for all physical education teaching majors. It will include the standards, materials, and methods of health education. It will relate to the mental, physical, emotional, environmental aspects of health.
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
HED 305: Safety Education
Focus on the rules and functions of health education in developing and maintaining a safe and healthful environment.
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
HED 321: Community Health
An analysis of current health problems from both school and community viewpoints.
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
HED 326: Epidemiology
Current concepts of disease etiology and control as applied to the most prevalent communicable and chronic diseases that affect mankind.
Prerequisite: HED 221
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
HED 371: Intro to Public Health
A survey course that develops an understanding and appreciation for factors affecting health status and its contribution to individual and community health.
Prerequisite: HED 221 or consent of instructor
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3