ETE 100 - Technology Applications (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Application of technology concepts and skills to human service professionals. Database construction; linear and nonlinear multimedia projects. Using graphics, text, sound, animation, and other media resources. Prerequisite: Major in an education program or consent of department chair.

ETE 107 - Conceptualizing Math for Teachers I (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Core Curr. QR
Development of a deep understanding of concepts, relationships, and algorithms in various areas of mathematics examined. Topics include set theory, variables, patterns and algebraic relationships, equations and systems of equations, graphing; real numbers and operations, properties of number systems, ratios and proportions, percents; measurement systems, measurement relationships. Focus is on problem solving, analysis, representation of concepts, and communicating understanding and reasoning of the mathematical concepts studied. Prerequisite: Major in an education program or permission of department chair.

ETE 108 - Conceptualizing Math for Teachers II (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Core Curr. QR
Development of a deep understanding of concepts, relationships, and algorithms in various areas of mathematics examined. Topics include data presentation, computation, and meaning of descriptive measurements; basic combinatorics, probability concepts, probability distributions, expectations; linear, quadratic, exponential, and other functions, geometric constructions, 2-D and 3-D shapes, spatial relationships, geometric reasoning and proof. Focus is on problem solving, analysis, representation of concepts, and communicating understanding and reasoning of the mathematical concepts studied. Prerequisite: Major in an education program or consent of department chair; ETE 107.

ETE 115 - The History of Education in the United States (3 hours)
Gen. Ed. SF
Core Curr. HU,MI
Surveys the history of American education from the Colonial Era to the present. Treats the changing character of education in the context of broader social and cultural developments. Provides both knowledge of the history of American education and an appreciation of historical perspectives as ways of understanding contemporary education. Examine the evolving historical contexts that served to shape and define American education. Specifically, the course will explore the role of education i.e., policies, purposes, practices, and reform efforts throughout U.S. history, and examine its relationships with the American economic, political, social, and cultural landscape.

ETE 116 - Introductory Field Experience (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Exhibit professional and ethical behaviors, engage in a minimum of 25 hrs of directed observations throughout the semester in an academic setting. Besides observing within a classroom, candidates work with a group of children at an appropriate level, depending on the individual areas of licensure. Collaborate with professionals to develop foundational knowledge related to planning for instruction and assessment, a sense of the whole school culture including an awareness of the social and emotional development of children. Introduced to the language of teaching and apply the knowledge in their reflections analyzing the setting. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Weekly seminar Prerequisite: Major in an education program or consent of department chair; ETE 115 or concurrent enrollment.

ETE 120 - Early Childhood Professional Roles and Responsibilities (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Core Curr. WI
Meeting education needs of children from birth through age eight. Care for the whole child including an awareness of the social and emotional development of children. Career opportunities, roles, and responsibilities. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. This is a Writing Intensive course. Prerequisite: Major in an education program or consent of department chair.

ETE 194 - Physical Education for P-6 Schools (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Content and pedagogy for physical education in grades P-6 to meet the needs of diverse learners. Introduction to physical education in the regular classroom. Prerequisite: Major in an education program or consent of Department chair.

ETE 196 - Fine Art in the P-6 Schools (2 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Content and pedagogy for fine art in grades P-6 to meet the needs of diverse learners. Introduction to including art, music, dance, and theatre in the regular classroom using traditional methods and newer technologies. Prerequisite: Major in an education program or consent of Department chair.

ETE 210 - Human Development from Birth to Young Adulthood (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Integration of the physical, cognitive, and psychosocial aspects of the development and growth of the individual from conception to adulthood. Study the physiology of learning, the interactive nature of the teaching/learning process, and the need to consider developmental and cultural appropriateness in meeting individual learning needs, with an emphasis on acknowledging and accommodating exceptionality and diversity including an awareness of the social and emotional development of children. Environmental factors affecting development, including cultural, ethnic, socioeconomic, individual, social contexts, and parent-child interaction. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: Major in an education program or consent of department chair.

ETE 215 - Strategies for Effective Teaching (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
An in-depth sequence of examining instructional planning and strategies, modes of teaching, and assessment of learning, including an awareness of exceptionality and diversity including an awareness of the social and emotional development of children. Other topics include instructional management, collaboration in curriculum design and delivery and with stakeholders, teacher leadership, decision making, and change processes. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: ETE 115 or concurrent enrollment; ETE 116 or concurrent enrollment; ETE 210 or concurrent enrollment.

ETE 216 - Effective Planning and Instruction for Teaching (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
The study of key teaching frameworks with fundamental instructional strategies developed within the construct of planning lesson segments and units of study, including an awareness of exceptionality and diversity, an awareness of the social and emotional development of children. Application of brain research, methods to facilitate higher order, critical and creative thinking, problem solving, and decision-making. Other topics include instructional management, collaboration in curriculum design and delivery and with stakeholders, teacher leadership, decision-making, and the needs of 21st Century middle school students are addressed. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: ETE 115 or concurrent enrollment; ETE 116 or concurrent enrollment; ETE 210 or concurrent enrollment.

ETE 219 - Human Development and Effective Field Experience (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Engage in a minimum of twenty-five hours of directed observations in an appropriate, academic setting, where they teach a small group of students and collaborate with the classroom teacher to implement instructional and assessment plans for one student. Candidates are introduced to the language and dispositions of teaching, apply this knowledge in their reflections analyzing the learning environment, incorporate issues of equity and diversity including an awareness of the social and emotional development of children, and apply the knowledge in the creation on a developmental case study of one student. Weekly seminar. Prerequisite: ETE 115 or concurrent enrollment; ETE 116 or concurrent enrollment; ETE 210 or concurrent enrollment; one of: Music Education Major, ETE 215, OR ETE 216, or concurrent enrollment in either ETE 215 or ETE 216.

ETE 223 - Gifted Education: Strategies and Practicum (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Field experience in gifted education grades K-12; 20 clock hours in Bradley University Gifted and Talented Summer Institute. In addition 16 hours of in-class instruction of materials and strategies unique to gifted learners will be required. Apply the knowledge of gifted education, including issues of equity and diversity. Prerequisite: ETE 210; one of: ETE 215, ETE 216; ETE 222 or concurrent enrollment.

ETE 227 - Development of the Early Adolescent (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Core Curr. WI,EL
Required for the Illinois middle school endorsement, surveys the physical, cognitive, and social/emotional development of young adolescents from a cultural perspective, emphasizing implications for effective middle school instruction. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: ETE 115; ETE 116; ETE 210; major in an education program or consent of department chair.

ETE 228 - Strategies for Middle School (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Core Curr. WI,EL
Philosophy, concepts, and procedure related to organizational structure, curriculum, teaching strategies, and assessment in the middle school. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: ETE 115; ETE 116; ETE 210; one of: ETE 215, ETE 216; major in an education program or consent of department chair.

ETE 230 - Adapting Curriculum to Support Inclusive Environments (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Exploration of foundational knowledge of characteristics of individuals with exceptionalities, diversity, populations who are at risk, and English Language Learners. Enhance knowledge and performance of individuals with exceptionalities by developing and adapting curriculum materials that meet individual needs within inclusive environments. Response to Intervention outcomes and appropriate evidence-based strategies that support successful inclusion are discussed. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. This course meets foundation knowledge for LBS I certification. Prerequisite: ETE 115; ETE 116; ETE 210; one of: ETE 215, ETE 216, or concurrent enrollment; or Education Studies major.

ETE 232 - Meeting the Needs of All Students within the Disciplines (2 hours)
Gen. Ed.
ETE 232 provides foundational knowledge of individuals with exceptional learning needs (ELN) with an overview of categories and characteristics. Emphasis is on co-teaching and collaborative alignment of appropriate adaptations, accommodations and modifications to IEPs and 504 plans that support successful inclusion. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: ETE 115; ETE 116; ETE 210; ETE 219 or concurrent; ETE 215 or concurrent for K-12 ART OR ETE 216 or concurrent for MSE and High School OR ETE 280 or concurrent for K-12 Music; or Education Studies major.

ETE 234 - Language Development (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Language acquisition theory and processes, stages of language development, verbal and non-verbal communication. Emphasis on language differences and diversity, including minority groups, language disorders, and English as a second language. Planning opportunities supporting language use in its various forms to enrich further development. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. ETE 234 is one course that meets criteria for the Illinois ECSE Approval. Prerequisite: ETE 115; ETE 116 or concurrent enrollment; ETE 210 or concurrent enrollment.

ETE 235 - Methods of Teaching English Language Learners (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Addresses language development and methods for teaching English Language Learners (ELL). Topics include theories of second language acquisition as well as a variety of instructional strategies in the language arts and other content areas. Emphasis will be placed on the social and cultural needs of the ELL and the examination of pre-service teachers' own culture and its impact on their practice. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. There is fieldwork expected for the class. Prerequisite: ETE 115; ETE 116; ETE 210 or concurrent enrollment; either ETE 215 or concurrent enrollment OR ETE 216 or concurrent enrollment

ETE 236 - Assessment of English Language Learners (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Covers fundamental basics of testing and assessment of the English Language Learner (ELL), prevalent in today's classrooms. Included are formal and informal assessment strategies; construction and use of teacher-made tests of student learning; interpretation and use of standardized tests, report cards, and grading; reporting procedures; and examination of how to utilize evaluation and assessment to strengthen instruction, differentiate assessment for ELLs, and contribute to positive learner development. There is fieldwork expected for the class. Prerequisite: ETE 235 or concurrent enrollment.

ETE 237 - Practicum for Teaching English Learners I (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Candidates engage in a minimum of 40 hours of directed observations and teaching of English Language Learners in an appropriate PK-12 academic setting. Candidates collaborate with the classroom teacher or ESL teacher to plan and implement instruction for small groups and individuals. Candidates complete weekly reflections analyzing the learning environment of their classroom, specifically addressing issues of language development for English learners. Weekly seminar. Prerequisite: ETE 235 or concurrent enrollment.

ETE 238 - Practicum for Teaching English Learners II (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Candidates engage in a minimum of 33 hours of directed observations and teaching of English Language Learners in an appropriate PK-12 academic setting. Candidates collaborate with the classroom teacher or ESL teacher to plan and implement formative assessments and instruction for whole class, small groups and individuals. Candidates complete weekly reflections analyzing the learning environment of their classroom, specifically addressing issues of language development for English learners. Weekly seminar. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory Prerequisite: ETE 237, and permission of the department chair

ETE 239 - Practicum for Teaching English Learners III (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Candidates engage in a minimum of 34 hours of directed observations and teaching of English Language Learners in an appropriate PK-12 academic setting. Candidates collaborate with the classroom teacher or ESL teacher to plan and implement formative assessments and instruction for whole class, small groups and individuals. Candidates complete weekly reflections analyzing the learning environment of their classroom, specifically addressing issues of language development for English learners. Weekly seminar. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory. Prerequisite: ETE 237; ETE 238; and permission of the department chair

ETE 240 - Practicum for Teaching English Learners Part 2 (2 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Candidates engage in a minimum of 60 hours of directed observations and teaching of English Language Learners in an appropriate PK-12 academic setting. Candidates collaborate with the classroom teacher or ESL teacher to plan and implement formative assessments and instruction for whole class, small groups and individuals. Candidates complete weekly reflections analyzing the learning environment of their classroom, specifically addressing issues of language development for English learners. Weekly seminar. Prerequisite: ETE 237, or permission of the department chair.

ETE 245 - American Sign Language I (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
General introduction to sign language of the deaf; information regarding the culture of the deaf. Finger spelling and signing skills, which enable signing at a conversational level both receptively (seeing and understanding) and expressively (signing). Available to students from any major throughout the university.

ETE 260 - Children's Literature (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Types, genres, authors, and illustrators of books for children from birth through middle school. Emphasis on literature response activities; planning and assessing a literature-based curriculum. Analysis of current trends, issues, and the impact of children's literature. Prerequisite: Major in an education program or consent of department chair.

ETE 270 - Physical Development and Health (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
A variety of health and nutrition topics about which teachers all levels must be knowledgeable. Must document certification in CPR and First Aid, and plan lessons for health instruction as part of the requirements. Topics examine nutrition; communicable diseases; relationship between fitness and systems of the body; principles of personal, interpersonal, and community health; mental health; and safety. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: Must be enrolled in education program

ETE 280 - Exploring Diversity: Learners, Families, And Communities (3 hours)
Gen. Ed. CD
Core Curr. GP WC
The socialization and enculturation of learners in the context of their families, communities, and cultures. Awareness, acceptance, and appreciation of diversity, whether resulting from cultural or ability differences. Emphasis on the teacher's role in involving, educating, and communicating with parents as partners in the educational process. Professional advocacy that supports an inclusionary, multicultural, antiracist, democratic, non-sexist, and global curriculum. ETE 280 is one course that meets criteria for the Illinois ECSE Approval. Prerequisite:

ETE 291 - Assistive Technology for Individuals with Special Needs (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Addresses the assistive technology (AT) evaluation, selection, and application process for individuals with disabilities in school, the workplace and the community. Emphasis on assessment of the individual, environment, and tasks required of the person prior to evaluation of technologies and adaptations that enable the individual to function as fully as possible in his/her daily lives. Through illustrations and case examples students will obtain knowledge and skills required for the use of AT devices or adaptations and factors to consider in the selection and implementation processes. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: ETE 115; ETE 116; ETE 210; one of: ETE 215, ETE 216, or concurrent enrollment.

ETE 301 - Novice Teaching Experiences in Music Classrooms K-8 (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Core Curr. EL
Engage in a supervised teaching experience in a K-8 school music learning environment. Collaborate with the classroom teacher to plan and implement formative assessments and instruction for whole class, small groups, and individuals. Candidates complete weekly reflections analyzing the learning environment of their classroom, specifically addressing issues of equity, diversity and social and emotional awareness. Includes Teacher Performance Assessment. Weekly seminar. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education; ETE 345 or concurrent enrollment; concurrent enrollment in ETE 351; concurrent enrollment in ETE 310.

ETE 302 - Novice Teaching Experience in High School Music (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Core Curr. EL
Engage in a supervised teaching experience in a high school music learning environment. Collaborate with the classroom teacher to plan and implement formative assessments and instruction for whole class, small groups, and individuals. Candidates complete weekly reflections analyzing the learning environment of their classroom, specifically addressing issues of equity, diversity, and social and emotional awareness. Includes Teacher Performance Assessment. Weekly seminar. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education; concurrent enrollment in ETE 352; ETE 345 or concurrent enrollment; ETE 310 or concurrent enrollment.

ETE 303 - Novice Teaching Experience in K-12 Classrooms (4 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Core Curr. EL,WI
Engage in a supervised teaching experience in an elementary, middle, or high school learning environment. Collaborate with the classroom teacher to plan and implement formative assessments and instruction for whole class, small groups, and individuals. Candidates complete weekly reflections analyzing the learning environment of their classroom, specifically addressing issues of equity, diversity and social and emotional awareness. Includes draft Teacher Performance Assessment. Weekly seminar. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education; ETE 345 or concurrent enrollment; ETE 386 or concurrent enrollment, or consent of department chair.

ETE 304 - Early Childhood Novice Teaching Experience (4 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Core Curr. EL,WI
Engage in supervised teaching experience in a preprimary learning environment. Collaborate with the classroom teacher to plan and implement formative assessments and instruction for whole class, small groups, and individuals. Complete weekly reflections analyzing the learning environment of their classroom, specifically addressing issues of equity, diversity and social and emotional awareness. Includes draft Teacher Performance Assessment. Weekly seminar. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education; either ETE 328 or concurrent enrollment or ETE 443 or concurrent enrollment; ETE 345 or concurrent enrollment, or consent of department chair.

ETE 305 - Novice Teaching Experience in a LBSI Setting (4 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Core Curr. EL,WI
Engage in a supervised teaching experience in a special education learning environment. Collaborate with the classroom teacher to plan and implement formative assessments and instruction for whole class, small groups, and individuals. Candidates complete weekly reflections analyzing the learning environment of their classroom, specifically addressing issues of equity, diversity and social and emotional awareness. Includes draft Teacher Performance Assessment. Weekly seminar. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education; ETE 391 or ETE 393; ETE 345 or concurrent enrollment; or consent of department chair.

ETE 306 - Novice Teaching Experience Grades 1-6 (4 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Core Curr. EL,WI
Engage in a supervised teaching experience in an elementary school learning environment. Collaborate with the classroom teacher to plan and implement formative assessments and instruction for whole class, small groups, and individuals. Complete weekly reflections analyzing the learning environment of their classroom, specifically addressing issues of equity, diversity, and social and emotional awareness. Includes draft Teacher Performance Assessment. Weekly seminar. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education; ETE 313 or ETE 315; at least two of the following: ETE 313, 315, 335, 336, 339; ETE 345 or concurrent enrollment or permission of department chair.

ETE 307 - Novice Teaching Experience in Grades 5-8 (4 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Core Curr. EL,WI
Engage in a supervised teaching experience in a middle school learning environment. Collaborate with the classroom teacher to plan and implement formative assessments and instruction for whole class, small groups, and individuals. Complete weekly reflections analyzing the learning environment of their classroom, specifically addressing issues of equity, diversity and social and emotional awareness. Includes draft Teacher Performance Assessment. Weekly seminar. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education; at least 2 courses in concentration; concurrent enrollment in content-specific methods course appropriate to the student's teaching area (ENG 392, ETE 361, ETE 362, ETE 363); ETE 345 or concurrent enrollment or permission of department chair.

ETE 308 - Novice Teaching Experience in the High School (4 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Core Curr. EL,WI
Engage in a supervised teaching experience in a high school learning environment. Collaborate with the classroom teacher to plan and implement formative assessments and instruction for whole class, small groups, and individuals. Candidates complete weekly reflections analyzing the learning environment of their classroom, specifically addressing issues of equity, diversity and social and emotional awareness. Includes Teacher Performance Assessment. Weekly seminar. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education; ETE 345 or concurrent enrollment; concurrent enrollment in content-specific methods course appropriate to the student's teaching area (ETE 373, ETE 374, ETE 375, ETE 378, or ENG 472); concurrent with ETE 310, or consent of Department chair.

ETE 310 - Teacher Performance Assessment (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Core Curr. WI
Prepares preservice teacher to complete the education teacher performance assessment (edTPA) required for licensure. Gain skills needed to complete a TPA based upon integration of education program objectives and the novice teaching experience. Analyze the context for learning in the classroom, plan a unit of instruction including adaptations for diverse learners, teach the unit while attending to academic language, assess student learning. Make video recording of the unit teaching and collect student work samples. Reflect on the pedagogical decisions in a formal manner, citing research as justification for the choices. Completed edTPA is evaluated locally and feedback is provided to the candidate. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education; major in an education program or consent of department chair; concurrent enrollment in one of: ETE 301, ETE 302, ETE 303, ETE 304, ETE 305, ETE 306, ETE 307, ETE 308.

ETE 313 - Methods of Literacy I: Reading, Writing and Language Grades 1-2 (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Core Curr. EL,WI
Addresses literacy instruction in first and second grade including reading, writing, listening, speaking, viewing, and visually representing, including accommodations of exceptionality and diversity using developmentally and culturally appropriate practices. Key topics examine theories of literacy development, emergent literacy, phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, writing process, literacy assessment, and planning for individual learners. Classroom applications are included. Five to ten hours in a local classroom are required. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education.

ETE 315 - Methods of Literacy II: Reading, Writing and Language: Grades 3-8 (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Addresses total literacy instruction for learners at all levels 3-8: Reading, writing, listening, speaking, viewing, and visually representing. It addresses research-based approaches to literacy instruction for the grade school student, including accommodations of exceptionality and diversity using developmentally and culturally appropriate practices. Key topics: the reading and writing processes, vocabulary and comprehension, literacy assessments, planning for individual learners, integrating the language arts into the content areas and preparing students for the state writing assessment. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education.

ETE 322 - Emergent Literacy: Reading and Writing Across the Curriculum (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Processes, themes, and practices that support the development of reading, writing, speaking, listening, and thinking in children from birth through age 8. A continuum of instructional practices, including contextualized application of phonemic, graphemic, morphemic, and syntactical concepts, that facilitate the emergence of literacy. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education.

ETE 324 - Early Childhood Special Education Methods (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Providing developmentally and culturally appropriate activities to infants and young children with special needs. History and evolution of early intervention services, teaming, collaboration, service coordination, development of Individualized Family Service Plans and Individualized Educational Plans, adaptation of curriculum, instructional models which promote interaction and independence, inclusionary programs, transitional planning. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. ETE 324 is one course that meets criteria for the Illinois ECSE Approval. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education; or Education Studies major.

ETE 328 - Early Childhood Methods (6 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Core Curr. MI
Strategies for teaching language arts, science, mathematics, social studies, art, music, and movement in preprimary and primary grades within an integrated, thematic curriculum. Emphasis on the role of play, learning environments, creative and critical thinking, problem solving, acknowledgment and accommodations of exceptionality and diversity, transitions, horizontal relevance, and developmentally and culturally appropriate practices. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education.

ETE 335 - Methods of Teaching Social Studies Grades 1-6 (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Content and methods of teaching social studies in grades 1-6, including accommodations of exceptionality and diversity using developmentally and culturally appropriate practices. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education.

ETE 336 - Methods of Teaching Science Grades 1-6 (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Plan, implement, and evaluate a science program for children in grades 1-6. Emphasis on the nature of school science, students' misconceptions, and meaningful science activities, including accommodations of exceptionality and diversity using developmentally and culturally appropriate practices. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education; SCI 10x.

ETE 339 - Methods of Teaching Mathematics Grades 1-6 (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Core Curr. WI
Emphasis on teaching strategies, materials, and organizational plans related to the grades 1-6 mathematics curriculum. Work with Common Core Standards in Math as well as National Council of Teachers of Mathematics is integrated throughout the semester. Focus on active involvement of students in the learning process. Future teachers learn about and plan lessons including appropriate teaching strategies, mathematical projects, accommodations of exceptionality and diversity using developmentally and culturally appropriate practices. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education; ETE 108 or concurrent enrollment.

ETE 345 - Guiding Learners: Creating Safe, Inclusive Learning Enviro Environments (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Emphasis on theories of guidance and learner-centered instruction including Response to Intervention (RtI) strategies for positive behavioral supports. Classroom management that is developmentally and culturally appropriate practice to nourish natural curiosity, develop problem-solving skills, acknowledge and accommodate learners with exceptionalities, including diverse cultures, students at risk, and English Language Learners, and develop a sense of community for success of all learners within inclusive environments. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education; concurrent with appropriate Novice Teaching course (ETE 301, ETE 302, ETE 303, ETE 304, ETE 305, ETE 306, ETE 307, ETE 308) or permission of department chair.

ETE 350 - Topics in Teacher Education (1-6 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Topics of special interest which may vary each time course is offered. Topic stated in current Schedule of Classes. May be repeated under different topics for a maximum of 6 hours credit. Prerequisite: consent of instructor and department chair.

ETE 351 - Music Methods Grades K-8 for Music Majors (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Methods and materials appropriate for teaching music in grades K-8. Observations in the public schools; planning the K-8 music curriculum; experience teaching lessons in all areas of classroom music. Discussion on accommodations of exceptionality and diversity using developmentally and culturally appropriate practices. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education; concurrent enrollment in ETE 301; ETE 310 or concurrent enrollment.

ETE 352 - High School Music Methods for Music Majors (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Methods of teaching music in the high schools; administration of a music department. Instrumental and choral programs, general music, and high school music theory. Emphasis on development of a philosophy of music education. Discussion on accommodations of exceptionality and diversity using developmentally and culturally appropriate practices. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: Advancement to candidacy in the Department of Education, Counseling and Leadership. Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in ETE 302.

ETE 355 - Methods of Teaching Middle School Social Studies (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Content and pedagogy of middle school social studies, including history, psychology, and the general social science areas. Designing and implementing social studies instruction and curriculum using a variety of approaches. Emphasis on instructional planning, assessment of student performance, motivational strategies, reading diagnostic techniques, learning environments, creative and critical thinking, problem solving, acknowledgement and accommodations of exceptionality and diversity, and developmentally and culturally appropriate practices. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy; ETE 216; ETE 369; concurrent with ETE 307

ETE 356 - Methods of Teaching Middle School Science (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
How to plan, implement, and evaluate a science program for middle school students. Emphasis on the nature of school science, students' misconceptions, and meaningful science activities. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy; ETE 216; ETE 369; SCI 10X and SCI 30x; concurrent in ETE 307

ETE 357 - Methods of Teaching Middle School Mathematics (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Emphasis is placed on teaching strategies, materials, and organizational plans related to the 5-8 mathematics curriculum. Assessment strategies appropriate for middle school mathematics are addressed. Focus is on active involvement of students in the learning process and the use of National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) Standards and Common Core State Standards - Mathematics (CCSSM). Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy; ETE 108; ETE 216; ETE 369; concurrent in ETE 307.

ETE 361 - Methods of Teaching Mathematics 6-12 (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Core Curr. WI
Emphasis is placed on teaching strategies, materials, and organizational plans related to the 5-8 or 9-12 mathematics curriculum. Assessment strategies appropriate for middle and high school mathematics are addressed. Focus is on active involvement of students in the learning process and the use of National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Standards and Common Core State Standards - Mathematics. Designing and implementing mathematics instruction and curriculum using a variety of approaches, appropriate utilization of mathematical technology, acknowledgment and accommodations of exceptionality and diversity, and developmentally and culturally appropriate practices. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy; concurrent enrollment in ETE 307 or ETE 308.

ETE 362 - Methods of Teaching Science 6-12 (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Content and pedagogy of middle and high school science. Designing and implementing science instruction and curriculum using a variety of approaches. Emphasis on instructional planning, assessment of student performance, inquiry learning environments, and developing instruction that is responsive to the varied cultural and linguistic backgrounds of 6-12 students. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Education, Counseling, and Leadership; SCI 100, SCI 101, SCI 102, 0r SCI 103 or concurrent; concurrent enrollment in ETE 307 or ETE 308.

ETE 363 - Methods of Teaching Social Science Grades 6 - 12 (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Content and pedagogy of middle and high school social studies, including history, psychology, and the general social science areas. Designing and implementing social studies instruction and curriculum using a variety of approaches. Emphasis on instructional planning, assessment of student performance, motivational strategies, reading diagnostic techniques, learning environments, creative and critical thinking, problem solving, acknowledgement and accommodations of exceptionality and diversity, and developmentally and culturally appropriate practices. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy; concurrent enrollment in ETE 307 or ETE 308.

ETE 368 - Content Reading for All Students (2 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Relationship between learning to read and reading to learn; all aspects of literacy as applied toinstruction. Primary focus on understanding a wide range of literacies and how to integrate literacywhile teaching subjects that include mathematics, social studies, sciences, English, music, art, andfamily/consumer sciences. Emphasis on helping all readers, including students with English as asecond language, students with reading difficulties, and students with special needs. Evaluation ofthe appropriateness of classroom resources such as textbooks, e-textbooks, lab manuals, coursesoftware, and online supplements. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education

ETE 369 - Assessing All Students (2 hours)
Gen. Ed.
For future classroom teachers, instructional assessment, that meets the needs of students and theobjectives of the discipline, is essential. Writing instructional objectives, constructing formative andsummative teacher-made assessments, designing authentic assessments, analyzing assessmentdata, interpreting standardized test scores, and addressing needs of learners is part of the curriculum.Emphasis on diversity using developmentally and culturally appropriate practices. Preparation forTeacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education

ETE 373 - Methods of Teaching High School Mathematics (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Core Curr. WI
Emphasis on teaching strategies, curriculum materials, instructional planning, assessment of student performance, learning environments, creative and critical thinking, problem solving, and classroom organization related to the 9-12 mathematics curriculum. Focus is on active involvement of students in the learning process. Designing and implementing mathematics instruction and curriculum using a variety of approaches, appropriate utilization of mathematical technology, acknowledgment and accommodations of exceptionality and diversity, and developmentally and culturally appropriate practices. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: Advancement to Candidacy; ETE 369; concurrent with ETE 308.

ETE 374 - Methods of Teaching High School Science (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Content and pedagogy of high school science. Designing and implementing science instruction and curriculum using a variety of approaches including project-based science. Emphasis on instructional planning, assessment of student performance, learning environments, creative and critical thinking, problem solving, acknowledgment and accommodations of exceptionality and diversity, and developmentally and culturally appropriate practices. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education; ETE 369; SCI 10x or concurrent; concurrent enrollment in ETE 308.

ETE 375 - Methods of Teaching High School Social Studies (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Content and pedagogy of high school social studies, including family and consumer sciences, history, psychology, and general social science. Designing and implementing social studies instruction and curriculum using a variety of approaches. Emphasis on instructional planning, assessment of student performance, motivational strategies, microteaching, reading diagnostic techniques, learning environments, creative and critical thinking, problem solving, acknowledgment and accommodations of diversity and exceptionality, and developmentally and culturally appropriate practices. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education; ETE 375; concurrent enrollment in ETE 308.

ETE 378 - Methods of Teaching Family & Consumer Science (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Content and pedagogy in family and consumer sciences for grades 9-12. Designing and implementing instruction and curriculum using a variety of approaches including project-based family and consumer sciences. Emphasis on instructional planning, assessment of student performance, learning environments, creative and critical thinking, problem solving, acknowledgment and accommodations of exceptionality and diversity, and developmentally and culturally appropriate practices. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education; ETE 369; concurrent enrollment in ETE 308.

ETE 386 - Methods of Teaching K-12 Art (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Content and methods for teaching art K-12. Designing and implementing art instruction and curriculum using a variety of approaches. Emphasis on sequential enhancement of media and techniques in relation to the developmental needs of different levels of students, instructional planning, assessment of student performance, learning environments, creative and critical thinking, problem solving, acknowledgment and accommodations of exceptionality and diversity, and culturally appropriate practices, aligned with the state and national goals. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education; ETE 369.

ETE 387 - Methods of Teaching K-12 World Languages and Cultures (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Content and pedagogy of Pre K-12 World Language and Cultures. Designing and implementing world language instruction and curriculum using a variety of approaches. Emphasis on instructional planning, assessment of student performance, learning environments, creative and critical thinking, problem solving, acknowledgment and accommodation of exceptionality and diversity, and developmentally and culturally appropriate practice. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education; ETE 369.

ETE 391 - Characteristics and Methods for Learners with Developmental Disabilities (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Characteristics and methods for planning and teaching students with moderate to severe exceptionalities (i.e., intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities, traumatic brain injury, orthopedic, other moderate to severe exceptionalities). Emphasis on moderate to severe developmental disabilities, Individual Education Programs, self-determination, assessment, experiential-based curriculum in the psychomotor, cognitive, affective domains, transition planning, person-centered adaptations for inclusion within society. Students are required to complete 12 student contact hours with individual(s) with moderate to severe developmental disabilities in an educational setting. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education; PSY 101 or equivalent.

ETE 393 - Characteristics and Methods for Learners with Emotional and Learning Disabilities (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Characteristics, methods, strategies for use with children and adolescents with emotional and learning disabilities in K-12 and special education classrooms (ages 3-21). Helping process, communication and interpersonal skills are covered, as well as Applied Behavioral Analysis. Emphasis on analysis of classroom situations and application of theories, educational techniques to create positive learning environments for learners with mild to moderate emotional and learning disabilities. To ensure that students will become educational leaders and informed decision makers, teaching strategies in basic skills, metacognition, study skills, and social skills will be addressed. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education; PSY 101 or equivalent.

ETE 395 - High School Special Education (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Skills to plan, implement, and evaluate programs for adolescent students needing special education services in high school situations. Emphasis on a developmentally, sequenced planned curriculum, including basic academic skills, pre-vocational and vocational skills, as well as work-study programs. Current issues and trends: inclusion of the high school student in the least restrictive environment, life planning, consumer education, personal and social adjustment, appropriate individualized instruction, high school group instruction, and independent living skills. 12 hours of mentor/tutoring in the field with High School+ students is required. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education; one of ETE 393 or concurrent enrollment, or ETE 391 or concurrent enrollment.

ETE 402 - Educational Methods, Strategies and Evaluation Techniques (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Designed to increase theoretical knowledge and practical skill for teaching persons with different learning styles. Classroom experiences include a focus on methods, strategies, and evaluation techniques to meet different learning styles. Prerequisite: Consent of ETE Department Chair.

ETE 425 - Life Planning for Learners with Exceptionalities (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Addresses legal, psychological, and social impact of various exceptionalities, and professionalism. The laws governing the development and implementation of educational and transition programs for individuals with exceptionalities is also reviewed. Discussion and evaluation of legal documents for consent and notification. Code of Ethics and Standards for Professional Practice, and Individual Education Program development will be the focus. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: Senior standing; advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education; at least one of ETE 391, ETE 393, ETE 395.

ETE 426 - Assessments for Learners with Exceptionalities (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Diagnostic processes for learners with exceptionalities, preschool through high school. Screening, formal, and informal assessment, and evaluation techniques. Practice in test administration, scoring, evaluation, Individual Education Programs. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: Senior standing; advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education; at least one of ETE 391, ETE 393, ETE 395.

ETE 443 - Early Childhood Assessment (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Focus is on formal, informal, authentic, and performance-based assessments to determine student needs and progress; planning instruction incorporating assessment for Individualized Family Service Plans or Individualized Education Plans and to meet the needs of all students; transitional planning; collaboration and communication with families and professionals. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. ETE 443 is one course that meets criteria for the Illinois ECSE Approval. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education; ETE 324 or concurrent enrollment.

ETE 445 - Multidisciplinary Collaboration (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Focus is effective collaboration with families, educators, administrators, related service providers, and personnel from community agencies in culturally responsive ways. Competent teachers will use knowledge and effective written, verbal and non-verbal communication techniques to foster leadership, active inquiry, supportive interaction, shared goals, and group consensus that advocate and support the success among learners with exceptionalities. Working together toward common goals of meeting unique needs of all students necessitates teamwork for successful co-teaching, Response to Intervention, and successful transitions pre- and post-secondary education. Preparation for Teacher Performance Assessment. Prerequisite: Senior standing. For education studies majors or majors not in an education program: one course at the 300 level; majors in an education program: advancement to degree candidacy, one methods course at the 300 level; LBS I: at least one of ETE 391, ETE 393, ETE 395 or concurrent enrollment; or consent of ECL Department chair.

ETE 491 - Student Teaching 5-8 (12 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Core Curr. EL
Engage in a supervised, full-time teaching experience in a Peoria-area 5-8 learning environment. Plan and implement instruction, assessments for individuals, groups, and class, gradually taking responsibility for 100% of teaching duties including issues related to equity, diversity and social and emotional awareness. Complete weekly reflections to assess professional growth as defined by the Illinois Professional Teaching Standards. Open only to students who have: adequate preparation in subject matter, demonstrated proficiency with regard to program and course objectives, prerequisites, and evidenced fitness for entering the teaching profession. Include Teacher Performance Assessment. Weekly seminar. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education; completion of 2/3 of hours in concentration; all required ETE courses below the 400 level for the program; GPA 2.50+ for each: overall, teaching field, professional education courses; State of Illinois content area test passed & other related tests passed; cleared background check; approval of Department chair.

ETE 493 - Student Teaching For Music K-12 (12 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Core Curr. EL
Engage in 2 supervised, full-time teaching experiences, 1 at high school and 1 in middle or elementary school, in a Peoria-area learning environment. Plan and implement instruction and assessments for individuals, groups, and class, gradually taking responsibility for 100% of classroom teaching duties including issues related to equity, diversity, social and emotional awareness. Complete weekly reflections to assess their professional growth as defined by the Illinois Professional Teaching Standards. Open only to students who have: adequate preparation in subject matter, demonstrated proficiency with regard to program and course objectives, prerequisites, and evidenced fitness for entering the teaching profession. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the department; completion of 2/3 of hours in teaching field; all required ETE courses below the 400 level for the program; GPA 2.50+ for each: overall, teaching field, professional education courses; state of Illinois content area tests and other related tests passed; current certification of freedom from TB; cleared background check; approval of department chair.

ETE 496 - Student Teaching in LBS I (12 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Core Curr. EL
Engage in a supervised, full time teaching experience in a Peoria-area LBS I learning environment. Plan and implement instruction, assessments for individuals, small groups, and class, gradually taking responsibility for 100% of teaching duties including issues related to equity, diversity, social and emotional awareness. Complete weekly reflections to assess their professional growth as defined by the Illinois Professional Teaching Standards. Open only to students who have: adequate preparation in subject matter, demonstrated proficiency with regard to program and course objectives, prerequisites, and evidenced fitness for entering the teaching profession. Include Teacher Performance Assessment. Weekly seminar. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education; all required ETE courses below the 400 level for the program; at least two of ETE 425, ETE 426, ETE 445; GPA 2.50+ for each of: overall, professional education courses; State of Illinois content area test & other tests passed; cleared background check; approval of Department chair.

ETE 497 - Student Teaching in Early Childhood (12 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Core Curr. EL
Engage in a supervised, full time teaching experience in a Peoria-area Pre-K or K-3 learning environment. Plan and implement instruction, assessments for individuals, groups, and class, gradually taking responsibility for 100% of teaching duties including issues related to equity, diversity, social and emotional awareness. Complete weekly reflections to assess professional growth as defined by the Illinois Professional Teaching Standards. Open only to students who have: adequate preparation in subject matter, demonstrated proficiency with regard to program and course objectives, prerequisites, and evidenced fitness for entering the teaching profession. Include Teacher Performance Assessment. Weekly seminar. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education; all required ETE courses below the ETE 450 level for the program; ETE 485 or concurrent enrollment; GPA 2.50+ for each: overall and professional education courses; State of Illinois content area test & other related tests passed; cleared background check; approval of Department chair.

ETE 498 - Student Teaching 1-6 (12 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Core Curr. EL
Engage in a supervised, full time teaching experience in a Peoria-area grade 1-6 learning environment. Plan and implement instruction, assessments for individuals, groups, and class, gradually taking responsibility for 100% of teaching duties including issues related to equity, diversity and social and emotional awareness. Complete weekly reflections to assess professional growth as defined by the Illinois Professional Teaching Standards. Open only to students who have: adequate preparation in subject matter, demonstrated proficiency with regard to program and course objectives, prerequisites, and evidenced fitness for entering the teaching profession. Include edTPA. Weekly seminar. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education; all required ETE courses below the 400 level for the program; GPA 2.50+ for each: overall and professional education courses; State of Illinois content area test passed & other related tests passed; cleared background check; approval of Department chair.

ETE 499 - Student Teaching in the High School (12 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Core Curr. EL
Engage in supervised, full time teaching experience in a Peoria-area high school learning environment. Plan, implement instruction, assessments for individual, groups, and class, slowly taking responsibility for 100% of teaching duties including issues related to equity, diversity, social and emotional awareness. Complete weekly reflections to assess professional growth as defined by the Illinois Professional Teaching Standards. Open only to students who have: adequate preparation in subject matter, demonstrated proficiency with regard to program and course objectives, prerequisites, and evidenced fitness for entering the teaching profession. Include Teacher Performance Assessment. Weekly seminar. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory. Prerequisite: Advancement to degree candidacy in the Department of Teacher Education; completion of 2/3 of hours in major; all required ETE courses below the 400 level for the program; GPA 2.50+ for each: overall, teaching field, & professional education courses; State of Illinois content area tests & other related tests passed; cleared background check; approval of Department chair.

ETE 515 - Mathematics Methods for the Middle School (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Provides strategies and curriculum for teaching mathematics to youth in fifth through eighth grades. Strategies focus on problem solving, logical reasoning, and real life connections. Use of dynamic software and math modeling are emphasized. Assessment strategies appropriate for middle school mathematics will be addressed. Students will develop a deep understanding of national and state standards. Prerequisite: Senior standing in an education program and advancement to degree candidacy, or Teacher License. Not open to students who have had ETE 357.

ETE 655 - Instructional Theory (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Investigation and development of a theory of instruction for practitioners built upon the research based on existing strategies, models, methods, assessment, skills, improvement techniques, movements in education, theorists, curriculum, and the learner.

ETE 678 - Leadership and Collaboration in Special Education (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Provides advanced professional collaboration and leadership strategies to effectively work with the greater school community including families, other educators, related service providers, and personnel from community education agencies. Emphasis will be given toward honing candidates' leadership and collaboration skills essential to current practices across environments. Evidence-based, culturally responsive practices critical for the education leader and advocate in meeting the unique needs of individuals with exceptionalities will be discussed.

ETE 698 - Creative/Research (0-6 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Individual study on a topic selected by student with advisor approval. Integration and application of research. Student must produce a product such as a software program, journal article, or program portfolio. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours credit. Student may not receive credit for both ETE 698 and ETE 699.

MUS 1 - Recital Laboratory (0 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Opportunity to perform and to listen critically, under faculty guidance. Discussion of topics of interest to music majors. Attendance required of all music students. Majors must perform at least once each semester, at teacher's discretion, and attend 10 concerts each semester. Grade based on concert and workshop attendance.

MUS 101 - Introduction to Music Business (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Core Curr. MI
Survey of the music business industry: music publishing, the recording industry, copyright law, performance rights, music products retailing, and arts management.

MUS 102 - The Music Business for Performing & Composing Professionals (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
This survey course is designed to transition music performance and composition majors into the professional music industry. Students will be exposed to a wide variety of career options and practices, but with a particular emphasis towards marketing creative music compositions and performing in the professional world. Prerequisite: Open to Music Majors or by consent of the instructor

MUS 109 - Music Appreciation (3 hours)
Gen. Ed. FA
Core Curr. FA
Detailed study of elements of music, and music notation; general survey of music and composers. How music expresses and communicates feelings and ideas: listening to compositions from various periods. Performance by faculty artists in class, and outside listening experiences. Satisfies fine arts general education requirement. Prerequisite: Non-music majors only.

MUS 115 - Voice Class (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Voice instruction for instrumental Music Education majors. Prerequisite: Music major or consent of instructor.

MUS 120 - Music Industry Seminar (0-1 hours)
Gen. Ed.
This course gives students the opportunity to explore all facets of career paths in the music industry. Students will learn through guest lecturers, industry discussions, video content, field trips, and interacting with current professionals in the music industry. Prerequisite: MUB or MEI majors only

MUS 125 - Foreign Language Diction for Singers (2 hours)
Gen. Ed.
International Phonetic Association symbols for Italian, German, and French songs. Rules of pronunciation; special emphasis on vocal demands.

MUS 140 - Piano Class for Adult Beginners (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Elementary piano for non-music majors.

MUS 141 - Orchestra (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Participation in Bradley Symphony Orchestra, Peoria Symphony Orchestra, or Knox-Galesburg Symphony. One hour credit for each ensemble. Two sections may be taken each semester; may be repeated for a maximum of 16 hours credit. Open to all students by audition. Separate auditions required for each orchestra.

MUS 142 - University Bands (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Participation in the Bradley Symphonic Winds and/or Bradley Symphonic Band. Concerts on and off campus. Two sections may be repeated for a maximum of 16 hours credit. Open to all students by audition.

MUS 143 - Bradley Community Chorus (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Presents two major choral works with orchestra each year. Open to all students by audition.

MUS 144 - Bradley Chorale (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Study and performance of choral music from all periods of music history: accompanied and unaccompanied works. Concerts on and off campus. Open to all students by audition.

MUS 146 - Jazz Ensemble/Groove Project (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Bradley Jazz Ensemble and Groove Project. Study and performance of jazz from all eras. Concerts on and off campus. May be repeated for a maximum of 16 credit hours. Open to all students by audition.

MUS 161 - Music Theory I (2 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Basic properties and notation of tone: diatonic scale systems; intervals; melodic organization; homophonic and contrapuntal two- and three-voice combinations. Prerequisite: Music major, music minor, Jazz Studies minor, or consent of instructor.

MUS 162 - Music Theory II (2 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Continuation of MUS 161: chord structures, decorative pitches, harmonic successions, four-voice combinations, inversions, seventh chords, secondary dominants, and modulations. Prerequisite: MUS 161 or consent of instructor

MUS 163 - Elementary Ear-Training and Sightsinging (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Aural theory; intervals, triads, and inversions; rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic dictation. Prerequisite: Music major, music minor, or consent of instructor.

MUS 164 - Elementary Ear-Training and Sightsinging (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Aural theory; intervals, triads, and inversions; rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic dictation. Prerequisite: MUS 163 or consent of instructor.

MUS 165 - Keyboard Skills-Class Piano (2 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Development of keyboard facility: scales, improvisation, sight reading, transposing, and performance of elementary piano literature. Development of music-reading facility: theoretical aspects of music such as scales, functional harmony, and intervals. Self-paced. Prerequisite: Music major, music minor, or consent of instructor.

MUS 166 - Keyboard Skills-Class Piano (2 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Development of keyboard facility: scales, improvisation, sight reading, transposing, and performance of elementary piano literature. Development of music-reading facility: theoretical aspects of music such as scales, functional harmony, and intervals. Self-paced. Prerequisite: MUS 165 or consent of instructor.

MUS 171 - Survey of Game Music (2 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Video game music has evolved over three decades from simple blips and bleeps into a genre of its own. This genre has been influenced by the technological limitations of its roots, and also by numerous crossovers from popular music, electronic music, film soundtracks, and anime. This class will tour the history of video game music and the programmers and musicians who made it what it is. We will take time to appreciate some of the most significant technological and artistic accomplishments while understanding the reasoning behind it towards creating better user experiences.

MUS 172 - Music and Sound for Games (2 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Combined studio and lecture course that will focus on the creation, selection, editing, processing, and integration of sound and music (post-production) into video and animations. Music composition, Foley, Voice Over Recording (ADR and Voice Acting), digital audio techniques and MIDI control will be studied. Students will have the opportunity to work in groups to realize original creations.

MUS 2 - Senior Recital (0 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Core Curr. EL
Required for B.M. and B.M.E. May be given in first or second semester of senior year.

MUS 201 - Moguls in Music (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Moguls In Music will exam the careers of the most influential and notorious business icons of popular music. Students will learn the path to success of the true music entrepreneur through historical research and first hand accounts.

MUS 204 - Music Promotions Practicum (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Music Promotions Practicum is designed to give students the opportunity to develop promotional and networking skills in the music industry within the campus environment. Each student will be assigned a semester-long project with a University ensemble or music organization, with the goal of creating promotional materials for their assigned group. May be repeated up to a maximum of 2 credit hours. Prerequisite: Music and Entertainment Industry major or consent of instructor.

MUS 235 - Music in Its Historical Perspective I (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Music and its development in Western civilization: to 1600. Emphasis on acquaintance with and analysis of representative musical works and style, and on understanding of musical concepts in historical context. Prerequisite: music major or consent of instructor.

MUS 236 - Music in Its Historical Perspective II (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Music and its development: Baroque through Classical. Emphasis on acquaintance with and analysis of representative musical works and style, and on understanding of musical concepts in historical context. Prerequisite: music major or consent of instructor.

MUS 250 - Introduction to Music Technology (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Practical investigation of the uses of contemporary technology for music creation and sound manipulation, with an emphasis on digital tools and techniques. Using the Digital Audio Workstation as a backdrop, students explore digital synthesis, signal processing, and general design and control of sound for electronic music.

MUS 261 - Music Theory III (2 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Continuation of MUS 162 emphasizing contrapuntal techniques: imitation, the invention, contrapuntal devices, the fugue. Further study of seventh chords and formal structures. Prerequisite: MUS 161, 162; or consent of instructor.

MUS 262 - Music Theory IV (2 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Continuation of MUS 261: formal structures; further study of chord structures including ninth, eleventh, thirteenth, and augmented sixth chords; chromatic harmony; enriched tonal resource; impressionistic techniques. Prerequisite: MUS 261 or consent of instructor.

MUS 263 - Advanced Ear-Training and Sightsinging (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Continuation of MUS 163, 164: aural recognition of various types of seventh and ninth chords; melodic and harmonic dictation, including chromatically altered chords and modulation. Prerequisite: MUS 163, 164; or consent of instructor.

MUS 264 - Advanced Ear-Training and Sightsinging (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Continuation of MUS 163, 164: aural recognition of various types of seventh and ninth chords; melodic and harmonic dictation, including chromatically altered chords and modulation. Prerequisite: MUS 163, 164; or consent of instructor.

MUS 265 - Advanced Keyboard Skills-Class Piano (2 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Continuation of MUS 165, 166, including sightreading and additional chord progressions. Prerequisite: MUS 166 or consent of instructor; MUS 265 or consent of instructor required for MUS 266.

MUS 266 - Advanced Keyboard Skills-Class Piano (2 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Continuation of MUS 165, 166, including sightreading and additional chord progressions. Prerequisite: MUS 166 or consent of instructor; MUS 265 or consent of instructor required for MUS 266.

MUS 271 - Jazz Improvisation 1 (2 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Theoretical principles in jazz and their application to the ultimate goal of highly developed improvised performances. Prerequisite: MUS 161 and MUS 162

MUS 272 - Jazz Improvisation 2 (2 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Advanced theoretical principles in jazz and their application to the ultimate goal of a highly developed improvised performances. Prerequisite: MUS 271

MUS 273 - Jazz Arranging (2 hours)
Gen. Ed.
In this course, students learn chord voicings, voice leading, and standard harmonic progressions, which are the core components of jazz arranging. Projects include arrangements for jazz combo and big band. Prerequisite: MUS 161 and MUS 162

MUS 3 - Junior Recital (0 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Core Curr. EL
Public performance guided by applied music faculty. Required for the Bachelor of Music degree in Performance. May be given in first or second semester of junior year. Prerequisite:

MUS 303 - Music Products Industry (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
This course analyzes the various categories of the music products industry and their structure, financing, and market penetration. Additionally, students learn how to balance inventory through financial analysis and pricing models. Prerequisite: MUS 101 or MUS 102

MUS 304 - Music Licensing and Contracts (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Students learn to understand the legal documents that affect royalty calculations for the use of musical intellectual property, including sound recordings, publishing, and other general licensing. Prerequisite: MUS 101 or MUS 102

MUS 305 - Counterpoint (2 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Contrapuntal practices of the 18th century. Prerequisite: MUS 261 and 263, or equivalent.

MUS 307 - Music Agency and Fine Arts Administration (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
This course studies the roles of agents, promoters, and arts administrators in both the private and non-profit sector. Prerequisite: MUS 101 or MUS 102

MUS 309 - Ensemble (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Repertoire for small ensembles (vocal or instrumental), including Collegium Musicum. Workshop recitals.

MUS 312 - Music in Media (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Music in Media will explore the diverse and creative ways that music is integrated into our cultural landscapes, addressing music in film, television, gaming, branding, and advertising through research and introductions to distinguished leaders in the field, past and present.

MUS 319 - Composition (2 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Compositions in smaller forms for voice, piano, and instruments in various combinations. Prerequisite: MUS 262 or consent of instructor.

MUS 320 - Advanced Music Industry Seminar (0-1 hours)
Gen. Ed.
This course gives students the continued opportunity to explore all facets of career paths in the music industry. Enrolled students must have junior or senior standing and will assist with the organization and topics explored in the MUS 120 Seminar Course by networking with industry professionals and bringing forth topics for discussion. Periodically, students will be asked to facilitate the topic of discussion for the MUS 120 Seminar. Prerequisite: MUB or MEI students only. Junior standing.

MUS 323 - Marching Band Techniques (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Techniques in organization, training, and performance of marching bands in public schools and colleges. Five hours observation in public schools. Prerequisite: Junior standing in music or consent of instructor.

MUS 327 - Accompanying (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Vocal and instrumental accompanying, for piano and organ students. Requires minimum of 3 hours per week studio accompanying, and accompanying in recital workshops for these students. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

MUS 328 - Accompanying (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Vocal and instrumental accompanying, for piano and organ students. Requires minimum of 3 hours per week studio accompanying, and accompanying in recital workshops for these students. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

MUS 331 - Piano Pedagogy (2 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Principles and methods of teaching piano: lectures, demonstrations, and observations. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

MUS 335 - Music in Its Historical Perspective III (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Core Curr. WI
Music and its development: 19th century (MUS 335) and 20th century (MUS 336). Emphasis on acquaintance with and analysis of representative musical works and style, and an understanding of musical concepts in historical context. Prerequisite: music major or consent of instructor.

MUS 336 - Music in Its Historical Perspective IV (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Music and its development: 19th century (MUS 335) and 20th century (MUS 336). Emphasis on acquaintance with and analysis of representative musical works and style, and an understanding of musical concepts in historical context. Prerequisite: Music major or consent of instructor.

MUS 340 - Rock/Pop Ensemble (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
This performing ensemble will introduce students to the skills required to create a successful rock/pop band. This includes creation of set lists, creation of successful, polished performances, sound and lighting, booking gigs, promoting performances, and using social media. These groups will be available by audition, and multiple sections will be offered. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credit hours.

MUS 341 - Orchestra (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Participation in the Bradley Symphony Orchestra, Peoria Symphony Orchestra, or Knox-Galesburg Symphony. One hour credit for each ensemble. Two sections may be taken each semester; may be repeated for a maximum of 16 credit hours. Open to all students by audition. Separate auditions required for each orchestra.

MUS 342 - University Bands (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Participation in the Bradley Symphonic Winds and/or Bradley Symphonic Band. Concerts on and off campus. Two sections may be repeated for a maximum of 16 hours credit. Open to all students by audition.

MUS 343 - Bradley Community Chorus (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Presents two major choral works with orchestra each year. Open to all students by audition.

MUS 344 - Bradley Chorale (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Study and performance of choral music from all periods of music history: accompanied and unaccompanied works. Concerts on and off campus. Open to all students by audition.

MUS 345 - Cantus (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Study and performance of choral music for treble voices. Concerts on and off campus. Open to all students by audition.

MUS 346 - Jazz Ensemble/Groove Project (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Bradley Jazz Ensemble and Groove Project. Study and performance of jazz from all eras. Concerts on and off campus. May be repeated for a maximum of 16 credit hours. Open to all students by audition. Prerequisite: Four semesters of enrollment in MUS 146.

MUS 347 - Basketball Band (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
The Bradley Basketball band supports all men's and women's basketball games by providing music that gives a home court advantage to our teams.

MUS 348 - Resonant Fusion (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Resonant Fusion is a commercial vocal ensemble that is dedicated to learning to perform in contemporary styles, including Jazz, Rock, Pop, Latin, and Ethnic Music. The group performs twice each semester on the Bradley campus, as well as several off-campus performances each year. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credit hours.

MUS 349 - Hilltop Combo (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
The Hilltop Combo teaches students to become familiar with and proficient at the skills necessary to function successfully in a small jazz group, including improvisation, communication with other members of the ensemble, and performance etiquette. The group performs a campus concert each semester and several off-campus performances during the school year. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credit hours.

MUS 350 - Digital Sound and Computer Music (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Continuation of MUS 250. Practical exploration of computational sound and music through the lenses of Digital Audio Workstations and audio programming. Students expand their understanding of digital techniques via sampling, advanced signal processing, and algorithmic approaches to sound manipulation and modulation. Prerequisite: MUS 250 or consent of instructor

MUS 360 - Introduction to Recording Arts and Sciences (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Designed for students who have an interest in making a career in the music industry, private industry audio/visual departments, and medium to large church and religious organizations or for performance majors interested in increasing their knowledge about live recording environments. The focus will be on understanding the basic concepts of operating professional audio equipment and how to professionally interact with the various parties involved in a recording project.

MUS 361 - Advanced Audio Engineering (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
The advanced audio engineering course is geared towards the individual who wants to make a career in the record industry, private industry audio/visual departments, and medium to large church and religious organizations or live performance industry. Prerequisite: MUS 360

MUS 371 - Music and Sound for Screen Projects (2 hours)
Gen. Ed.
This course will place students in a collaborative position to compose music and sound design for projects emerging from courses that include I M 389 Game Production II, I 459 Computer Game Capstone Project, and I M 489 Advanced Game Capstone. Students will have one hour of class instruction with music faculty and one hour of collaborative work with project teams in the I M courses. May be repeated up to a maximum of 6 credit hours. Prerequisite: MUS 171, MUS 172

MUS 375 - Opera Workshop (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Operatic literature, style, stage deportment, and presentation of scenes. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credit hours. Prerequisite: Vocal music concentration or consent of instructor.

MUS 380 - Western Music to 1750 (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Core Curr. WI
This course traces music and its development in Western civilization up to the year 1750. It emphasizes acquaintance with and analysis of representative musical works and style, as well as understanding musical concepts in historical context. Prerequisite: Music major or consent of instructor;

MUS 381 - Western Music 1750-Present (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Core Curr. WI
This course traces music and its development in Western civilization from 1750 to present. It emphasizes acquaintance with and analysis of representative musical works and style, as well as understanding musical concepts in historical context. Prerequisite: Music major or consent of instructor;

MUS 382 - Music and World Culture (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Core Curr. GP WC
This course is a survey of non-Western musical cultures, including ethnic origins of folk and traditional music in America. There is required listening as part of this course. Music and World Culture is primarily a lecture course, which includes reading, listening, a group research project, and making music. Prerequisite: Music Major or consent of Instructor

MUS 383 - History of American Music (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
This course is an overview of American Music from the 1700s to the current day, focusing on genres such as American popular music, swing, jazz, blues, etc. This class will examine key figures in the creation and development of these genres alongside with the critical events in American that inspired the music making. Students will develop critical thinking skills and writing skills in their analysis of certain music figures, the genres examined, and events in American history. Prerequisite: Music Major or Consent of Instructor

MUS 401 - Orchestration (2 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Symphonic scoring and scoring for school bands and choruses. Prerequisite: MUS 261, 262, and senior standing.

MUS 405 - Theories of Atonal Music (3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Introduction to analytical and compositional techniques of atonal music, with emphasis on pitch-class set theory. Prerequisite: MUS 262 or consent of instructor.

MUS 421 - Advanced Choral Conducting (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Continuation of Conducting II. Emphasis on full score reading and practical experience conducting the chorus or chorale. Prerequisite: MED 322.

MUS 422 - Advanced Instrumental Conducting (1 hour)
Gen. Ed.
Continuation of Conducting I. Emphasis on full score reading and practical experience conducting the band or orchestra. Prerequisite: MED 321.

MUS 433 - Piano Literature (2 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Survey of piano compositions: Baroque period into the 20th century. Performance, discussion, and analysis.

MUS 470 - Vocal Pedagogy (2 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Introduction to the anatomy and physiology of the vocal mechanism in relation to the art of singing in theory and practice. Includes laboratory teaching experience. Prerequisite: vocal music major with junior standing or consent of instructor.

MUS 471 - Instrumental Pedagogy and Literature (2 hours)
Gen. Ed.
This course is designed for senior Music Performance majors (Band/Orchestral Instruments concentration) to increase their knowledge of repertoire and pedagogy. Students will develop skills and methods for teaching students of various levels and will complete assignments to help expand their knowledge of solo, chamber, and orchestral repertoire. Prerequisite: Senior standing and consent of instructor

MUS 480 - Vocal Literature (2 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Song literature for the solo voice; poetry and settings beginning with English lutenist airs. Monody, arias, and cantatas of the Baroque and Classic periods; songs of contemporary composers. Prerequisite: MUS 335, 336; or consent of instructor.

MUS 491 - Independent Study in Music (1-3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Directed independent study in a selected area of music or music education; weekly meetings with the instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours credit. Prerequisite: senior standing or consent of instructor.

MUS 492 - Topics in Music (1-3 hours)
Gen. Ed.
Topics of special interest which may vary each time course is offered. May be repeated under different topics to a maximum of 9 hours. Topic and prerequisites stated in current Schedule of Classes.