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Faculty
Joseph L. Polman, Associate Professor, Chair
Ph.D., Northwestern University
Charles Granger, Professor; Curators’ Teaching Professor
Ph.D., University of Iowa
Carl Hoagland, Emerson Electric Company Professor in Technology and Learning
Ed.D., University of Massachusetts
William C. Kyle, E. Desmond Lee Family Professor of Science Education
Ph.D., University of Iowa
Patricia B. Kopetz, E. Desmond Lee Endowed Professor of Education for Children with Disabilities; Ed.D., St. Louis University
Louis Lankford, Des Lee Foundation Endowed Professor in Art Education
Ph.D., Florida State University
Robert Nordman, E. Desmond Lee and Family Fund
Endowed Professor
M.M. Saint Louis Conservatory of Music Education
Wendy Saul, Dr. Allen B. and Mrs. Helen S. Shopmaker
Endowed Professor for Education in collaboration with Springboard to Learning
Ph.D., University Wisconsin-Madison
James Shymansky, E. Desmond Lee Family Professor of Science Education
Ph.D., Florida State University
Fred Willman, Professor; Curators’ Teaching Professor
Ph.D., University of North Dakota
James Wilson, E. Desmond Lee Endowed Professor in Experiential and Family Education
Ph.D., Iowa State University
Richard W. Burnett, Professor Emeritus
Ed.D., Indiana University
Richard J. Friedlander, Professor
Ph.D., University of California-Los Angeles
Kathleen M. Haywood, Professor; Associate Dean for Graduate Education
Ph.D., University of Illinois-Urbana-Champaign
Wallace Z. Ramsey, Professor Emeritus
Ed.D., University of Missouri‑Columbia
Helene J. Sherman, Professor, Associate Dean
Ed.D., University of Missouri‑St. Louis
Blanche M. Touhill, Professor; Chancellor Emerita
Ph.D., Saint Louis University
Paul D. Travers, Professor Emeritus
Ed.D., George Peabody College
Doris A. Trojcak, Professor Emerita
Ed.D., Indiana University
Harold E. Turner, Professor Emeritus
Ed.D., George Peabody College
Douglas Turpin, Professor Emeritus in Music Education
Ed.D., Washington University
Judith Walker de Felix, Professor, Associate Provost
Academic Affairs; Dean of Graduate School
Ph.D., University of Florida
Huber M. Walsh, Professor Emeritus
Ed.D., University of California‑Los Angeles
Jane Zeni, Professor Emerita
Ed.D., University of Missouri-St. Louis
Bruce A. Clark, Associate Professor Emeritus
Ph.D., University of Illinois
Kevin Fernlund, Professor
Ph.D., University of New Mexico
Harold Harris, Associate Professor
Ph.D., Michigan State University
Thomas J. Loughrey, Associate Professor
Ph.D., University of Iowa
Virginia L. Navarro, Associate Professor
Ph.D., Washington University
Rebecca Rogers, Associate Professor
Ph.D., University of Albany-SUNY
Charles G. Smith, Associate Professor; Athletic Director
Emeritus, M.S., Washington University
Kim Song, Associate Professor
Ed.D. Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville
Gwendolyn Turner, Associate Professor
Ed.D. University of Arkansas
Cathy Vatterott, Associate Professor
Ph.D., Saint Louis University
Laura Westhoff, Associate Professor
Ph.D., Washington University
Gayle Wilkinson, Associate Professor
Ed.D., University of Illinois
George J. Yard, Associate Professor Emeritus
Ph.D., Saint Louis University
Alina Slapac, Assistant Professor
Ph. D., University of Northern Iowa
Karen Cummings, Assistant Professor
Ed.D., University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Jacquelyn A. Lewis-Harris, Associate Professor
Ph.D., Washington University
Nancy Robb Singer, Associate Professor
Ph.D., University of Missouri-St.Louis
Deborah A. Moberly, Associate Professor
Ph.D., Southern Illinois University at Carbondale
Lynn Navin, Lecturer: Director, University Child
Development center
M.Ed., Michigan State University
Margaret Ann Niederberger, Lecturer
M.Ed., Lindenwood University
Diane Scollay, Lecturer; Director,
Gateway Writing Project
M.Ed., MA English, University of Missouri-St. Louis
Carol Weber, Lecturer
M.Ed., University of Missouri-St. Louis
General Information
The Division of Teaching and Learning faculty is located in offices on the 2nd and 3rd floors in Marillac Hall and in the Mark Twain Building. Information about course offerings and related matters on all programs except physical education may be obtained in 369 Marillac Hall. The physical education offices are located in 234 Mark Twain Building.
The division offers five programs leading to a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Education degree in:
Early Childhood Education
Elementary Education
Physical Education
Secondary Education
Special Education
Middle School Education is offered as an endorsement to the Elementary Education degree program.
The division offers a non teacher certification degree program leading to the Bachelor of Educational Studies (B.E.S.) in the emphasis areas of:
Early Childhood Education
Professional Education
Programs leading to the M.Ed. in elementary education, secondary education, and special education also are coordinated in the Division of Teaching and Learning.
Learning outcomes for students in the B.S., B.E.S., and M.Ed. degrees are listed under the general College of Education section of the Bulletin.
The early childhood undergraduate program is designed for students wishing to teach children from birth through grade three. Students electing this program will work directly with young children as a part of their professional courses.
The graduate program is designed to develop master-level educators through a common core of essential knowledge and experiences drawn from current research and practice in the field of early childhood education. Through this program, candidates are able to further their competencies as educators, directors, program planners, and curriculum developers in various early childhood settings. Students can complete additional course work to receive certification.
The elementary education program prepares students to teach in grades one through six. Students earn an endorsement a program leading to a middle school/junior high teaching certificate.
The graduate program strives to develop and refine the concept of the "teacher as researcher" or the "teacher as reflective decision maker or problem solver." It is based on the premise that as professionals, teachers must understand both the products and findings of research and the underlying processes that influence their professional practice.
Students may choose a program leading to the M.Ed. In education, generalized or specialized elementary education or elementary education with Missouri certification in reading.
The physical education program coordinates work in physical education, which leads to a B.S. in education degree with certification to teach either K-9 or K-12. The elementary education and secondary education graduate programs provide courses for graduate students who choose physical education as their teaching field.
The secondary education program prepares students for teaching these subjects in secondary schools (grade 9-12): biology, chemistry, English, French, history, mathematics, physics, social studies, speech/theater (grade K-12) Spanish, French, German, music and art. A special feature of these programs is the close interdisciplinary cooperation between the College of Education and other university departments.
Students may also choose to pursue the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in the College of Arts and Sciences and additional coursework leading to teacher certification.
At the graduate level, the division provides a program leading to an M.Ed in secondary education with emphasis in: general secondary education; curriculum and instruction; secondary education with emphasis in reading.
The special education program prepares students to teach learners with developmental disabilities, emotional/ behavioral disorders, learning disabilities, or in early childhood special Education settings. Missouri certification standards require a student teaching experience the area of special education.
At the graduate level, requisite course work for Missouri certification in special education is available, as is the M.Ed. Degree.
Minor in Literacy
A Minor in Literacy can be earned by successfully completing 18 hours of the following:
ECH ED 3332, Literacy Learning and Instruction for the Young Child
ELE ED 4989, Elementary Education Professional Internship
ELE ED 3330, Literacy, Literature and the Learner
ELE ED 3336, Communication Arts Learning and Instruction
ELE ED 3389, Classroom Based Assessment to Guide Literacy Instruction
TCH ED 3315, Literacy Learning and Instruction
TCH ED 4391, Teaching and Reading in Secondary School Content Area
A Minor in Mathematics Education can be earned by successfully completing 18 hours in the mathematics Education field. The following mathematics Education courses may be applied to Mathematics Education Minor.
ECH ED 4348, The Acquisition of Mathematical and Science Concepts
ED TECH 5301, Introduction to Computers and the Internet in Education
ELE ED 4246, Teaching Mathematics in the Elementary School
ELE ED 4342, Addressing Needs in Mathematics Teaching and Learning
ELE ED 4346, Advanced Methods in Elementary School Mathematics
MID ED 4246, Teaching Mathematics in the Middle School
Mathematics courses (except 1030, 1150 & 2510) with consent of advisor.
Note The State Board of Education developed standards for renewable professional certificates, based on specific requirements for training and experience. Details regarding these standards are available in the Teacher Certification & Advising office in Marillac Hall
Minor in Urban Education P-5
A minor in Urban Education P-5 can be earned by successfully completing the following 18 hours of Teacher Education, Early Childhood, and Elementary Education courses. Students must register for the special sections of these courses that are offered in urban settings to meet the requirements of this minor.
ECH ED 4989, Early Childhood Primary Internship or
ELE ED 4989, Elementary Education Professional Internship
ELE ED 3330, Literacy, Literature and the Learner
ELE ED 3336, Communication Arts Learning and Instruction
ELE ED or ECH ED 4320, Classroom Management
ELE ED 4989, Elementary Education Professional Internship or
TCH ED 2311, Foundations in Urban Education and Social Justice
TCH ED 4988, Teaching and Learning in Urban Schools
Note The State Board of education developed standards for renewable professional certificates, based on specific requirements for training and experience. Details regarding these standards are available in the Teacher Certification & Advising Office in Marillac Hall.
Minor in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages P-12
A Minor in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) can be earned by successfully completing 18 hours of coursework that is identified to prepare the student to earn a TESOL teaching endorsement as an additional area of teaching certification by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
TCH ED 3210, General Linguistics in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
TCH ED 3211, Basic Principles of Second and Foreign Language Acquisition
TCH ED 3212, Sociolinguistics and Communication in the Classroom
TCH ED 3213, Performance-based Assessment for TESOL
TCH ED 3214, Material Development and Methods for TESOL
TCH ED 3215, Field Experiences in TESOL
Bachelor of Educational Studies
The B.E.S. is professional degree designed for individuals who wish to study Education as a scholarly discipline but who do not wish to prepare for the professional practice for Education in the K-12 schools of this state or nation. Available emphasis areas include Early Childhood Education and Professional Education Studies.
General Education Requirements
Students follow the university's General Education Requirements.
Communicative Skills
COMM 1040, Intro to Public Speaking
ENG 1100, English Composition
ENG 3100, Advanced Expository Writing
See requirements under specific emphasis area.
Breadth of Study (minimum 42 hours in the following three areas with at least three courses in each area)
Humanities (9 hours)
Sciences
BIOL 1012, Intro to General Biology
Physical Science
Social Sciences
HIST 1001, American Civ to 1865 or
HIST 1002, American Civ 1865 to Present
POL SCI 1100, Intro to American Politics
PSY 1003, General Psychology
Cultural Diversity Course (see General Education section of the Bulletin)
Other Requirements
Degree Requirements - Early Childhood
Mathematical Skills
Math 1030, College Algebra
Math 1150, Math Structures I
Level I: Exploring Education as a Profession
CMP SCI 1010, Introduction to Computers
ED PSY 2212, Intro to Learners and Learning
PSYCH 2270, Develop Psych: Infancy, Childhood, & Adolescence
TCH ED 2211, Introduction to Schools
TCH ED 2209, Foundations of Teaching in American Schools
Level II: Analyzing the Nature and Processes of Education
ED PSY 3312, Psychology Of Teaching & Learning
TCH ED 3310, Intro to Instructional Methods
TCH ED 3313, Psychology of the Exceptional Child
Level III: Synthesizing Theory and Practice in Education
ECH ED 3300, Introduction to Early Childhood Education
ECH ED 3303, C&P: Infant/Toddler Lab
ECH ED 3304, C&P: Preschool Lab
ECH ED 3313, C&P: Infant/Toddler
ECH ED 3314, C&P: Preschool
ECH ED 3332, Literacy, Learning & Instruction of Young Children
ECH ED 4317, Assessing Individual Needs Early Child
ECH ED 4320, Classroom Management
ECH ED 4348,The Acquisition of Mathematical and Science Concepts
EDUC 2290, Internship
EDUC 2291, Internship
PHY ED 3282, Physical Growth and Motor
SEC ED 4880, Writing for Teachers
Second Concentration: Electives to total 12 hours to be chosen from ECH ED, ELE ED, SPEC ED, ED TECH, ED REM, or an area chosen in consultation with the adviser.
Emphasis in Professional Education Studies
Mathematical Skills
MATH 1020, Contemporary Math or
MATH 1030, College Algebra
Managing Information Skills – Goal 2 (One Course), see General Education requirements section of the Bulletin
Level I, Exploring Education as a Profession
CMP SCI 1010, Introduction to Computers
ED PSY 2212, Intro to Learners & Learning
TCH ED 2209, Foundations of Teaching in American Schools
Level II, Analyzinig the Nature and Process of Education
COMM 2231, Communication in the Organization
ED PSY 3312, Psychology of Teaching & Learning
TCH ED 3313, Psychology of the Exceptional Child
Level III, Synthesizing Theory and Practice in Education
Entrance into Level III is based on successful completion of all course work in Levels I and II.
30 Hours in the following, numbered 2000 or above: Elementary Education, Special Education, Secondary Education
A second series of courses in education or as approved by the advisor including a minimum of 15 hours of electives (see possible options below)
Minor in Literacy
A minor in literacy can be earned by successfully completing 18 hours of the following:
ECH ED 3332, Literacy, Learning and Instruction for the Young Child
ELE ED 3330, Literacy, Literature and the Learner
ELE ED 3336, Communication Arts, Learning and Instruction
ELE ED 3389, Classroom Based Assessment to Guide Literacy Instruction
ELE ED 4387, Promoting the Language and Literacy Development of Children Living in Poverty
ELE ED 4989, Elementary Education Professional Internship
TCH ED 3315, Literacy, Learning and Instruction
TCH ED 4391, Teaching Reading in the Secondary School Content Areas
Minor in Mathematics Education K-5
A minor in Mathematics Education can be earned by successfully completing 18 hours of the mathematics education field. The following mathematics education courses may be applied to the Mathematics Education Minor.
ECH ED 4348, The Acquisition of Mathematical and Science Concepts
ED TECH 5301, Introduction to Computers and the Internet in Education
ELE ED 4246, Teaching Mathematics in the Elementary School
ELE ED 4342, Addressing Needs in Mathematics Teaching and Learning
MID ED 4246, Teaching Mathematics in the Middle School
Minor in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages K-12
A minor in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) can be earned by successfully completing 18 hours of coursework that is identified to prepare the student to earn a TESOL teaching endorsement as an additional area of teaching certification by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE).
TCH ED 3210, General Linguistics in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
TCH ED 3211, Basic principles of Second and Foreign Language Acquisition
TCH ED 3212, Sociolinguistics and Communication in the Classroom
TCH ED 3213, Performance-based Assessment for TESOL
TCH ED 3214, Material Development and methods for TESOL
TCH ED 3215, Field Experiences in TESOL