• REL 445: Readings In New Testament Greek I

  1.00 Credits

  Tennessee Wesleyan University

  
  Additional experience in translation and in using resources for philosophical study of the New Testament. Fulfillment of these two courses meets the foreign language requirement for the Bachelor of Arts Degree. Prerequisites: R 335, 336 (New Testament Greek I, II) and permission of the instructor. (On demand)
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• REL 446: Readings In New Testament Greek II

  1.00 Credits

  Tennessee Wesleyan University

  
  Additional experience in translation and in using resources for philosophical study of the New Testament. Fulfillment of these two courses meets the foreign language requirement for the Bachelor of Arts Degree. Prerequisites: R 335, 336 (New Testament Greek I, II) and permission of the instructor. (On demand)
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• REL 482: Capstone Course in Religion & Philo

  1.00 Credits

  Tennessee Wesleyan University

  
  This course serves as a capstone research experience for senior Religion an dPhilosophy majors. Students enrolled in this one hour course will work with a faculty member in the department to devise a research plan, including bibliography, production of a paper, and a public defense. The subject matter synthesizes methods and issues in dealing with a specific topic of interest. The capstone may be taken in conjuction with an upper division seminar in Religion or Philosophy.
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• SED 324: Special Education Methods

  3.00 Credits

  Tennessee Wesleyan University

  
  Special Education 415 will examine teaching methodologies and approaches for making accommodations and modifications for students with mild to moderate learning differences. This class will explore classroom organization and management methods that will enhance student learning. The teacher candidate will understand methods for establishing a positive learning environment while implementing students� IEPs. There will be a strong emphasis on the mastery of the regular education curriculum, skills development, and planning for transition from school into the work environment. Ten (10) hours of field experience including proficiency with computer technology is required. Prerequisites: Must be admitted into the Teacher Education Program (TEP) and maintain an overall GPA of 2.5. (Fall, Spring)
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• SED 325: Gifted And Talented

  3.00 Credits

  Tennessee Wesleyan University

  
  Special Education 325 provides program candidates with the knowledge necessary to identify the characteristics of gifted and talented students, offer instructional recommendations to regular education teachers, plan programming and curriculum based on state standards, and understand current legislation related to the development of gifted and talented students. Ten (10) hours of field experience including proficiency with computer technology is required. (Fall, Spring)
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• SED 330: Nature And Charact/Mild/Mod Disab

  3.00 Credits

  Tennessee Wesleyan University

  
  This course will focus on a historical overview and a look into the current theoretical issues regarding the treatment of learning disabilities and severe behavior disorders. Some of the topics explored include historical perspectives of special education, legal issues, and ethical considerations of labeling individuals, definitions, interventions and current educational models. An overview of the research methods used in treating learning and behavior problems in schools is also offered. Identification of students with mild to moderate disabilities and the descriptions and characteristics of disabilities will be covered. Ten (10) hours of field experience including proficiency with computer technology is required. Prerequisites: Students enrolling in SE 330 have completed ED 110, ED 201, and PY 231 and PY 251 and maintain a 2.5 GPA. (Fall, Spring)
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• SED 356: Assessment in Special Ed

  3.00 Credits

  Tennessee Wesleyan University

  
  This course will provide future teachers with the foundation and understanding of the assessment process. It will prepare teachers to be professionals and leaders in the field of special education. TWC students will focus on the educational assessment methods and procedures used in decision making and program planning for students with exceptional learning needs. TWC students will acquire the aspects of the assessment process that represent commitment, integrity, intellectual acuity, justice and stewardship for special needs students. The TWC student will familiarize themselves with all current reliable, valid, formal, and informal assessment instruments. Ten (10) hours of field experience will be required. Prerequisites: Students enrolling in SE 424 have completed ED 110, ED 201, ED 330, ED 357, and must be admitted in the Teacher Education Program (TEP) and must maintain an overall GPA of 2.5. (Fall, Spring)
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• SED 357: Inclusive Classroom

  3.00 Credits

  Tennessee Wesleyan University

  
  This course is designed for educators that wish to work with and understand concepts and terms related to educating students concerning inclusion. The course helps teachers learn about the continuum of placement strategies school systems can use in providing special education services to students with disabilities. The course helps future teachers to understand the federal definition of students entitled to special education services, as well as the procedures used to determine whether the students can be educated in the regular classroom. The course also identifies and describes the roles and responsibilities of special and general educators in providing special education services to students placed in the least restrictive environment (LRE). Ten (10) hours of field experience including proficiency with computer technology is required. Prerequisites: Students enrolling in SE 357 must have completed PY 231 and PY 251 and maintain a 2.5 GPA. (Fall, Spring)
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• SED 360: Behavior Intervention & Management

  3.00 Credits

  Tennessee Wesleyan University

  
  Behavior interventions are an integral part of the preventative strategies designed to support students through a three-tiered system of primary, secondary, and tertiary plans of prevention. Tier I, or the primary prevention, utilizes school-wide procedures as a basic level of behavioral support for all students in all settings in the school. Tier II and III reveal additional support through a secondary prevention or targeted group support plan. This course will center its behavior interventions on the RTI or Response to Intervention plans the state of Tennessee now utilizes in its classrooms. This course will present the practices for supporting students who require the highest most intensive level of individualized support within a school-wide system. This includes a) describing the features of the intensive level of support for individual students b) procedures currently being used to provide comprehensive supports to high need students, and c) strategies for addressing challenges to the implementation of intensive individual supports. No field service requirement for this class. (Fall, Spring)
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• SED 375: Collaboration/Planning

  3.00 Credits

  Tennessee Wesleyan University

  
  This course is designed for educators that plan and implement academically sensitive educational programs for children and adolescents with disabilities. Opportunities for the comprehensive study of characteristics of such programs, assessment techniques, and strategies essential to meeting the needs of students with learning problems will be provided. The special and unique problems will be aligned with models, materials, teaching strategies, and transition requirements for students with disabilities. A particular emphasis will be placed on planning strategies across all content areas. Ten (10) hours of field experience will be required. (Fall, Spring)
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