Bellevue University offers six field endorsements, nine subject endorsements and four supplemental endorsements for our BS in Secondary Education degree. These endorsements are mainly specialized in the 7-12 grade classrooms and will give you over 125 hours of practical field experience. Some of our endorsements will even prepare you for teaching Pre-K - 12th grade.
Field Endorsements will amplify your area of knowledge and open up wider teaching opportunities. It will allow you to teach two or more related subjects.
If you have a desire to share your entrepreneurial and business skills with youth, become a business marketing or information technology teacher for grade levels 6-12. The Bachelor's in Education program includes a professional teaching education component and student teaching. Students can advance towards secondary-level teacher certification with an endorsement in at least one area (e.g., BMIT), and be eligible for the Work-Based Learning Endorsement in Nebraska, grades 6-12.
Business Courses
This course is an introduction to accounting concepts and the elements of financial statements including basic accounting vocabulary and analysis of business transactions from an accounting viewpoint. Students will be required to recognize, record, and classify new accounting data. Emphasis is placed on corporate accounting. Introductory financial statement analysis and interpretation are also covered. Prerequisite: none
This course will familiarize students with the terminology, structure and the function of the American business system. It covers a variety of topics in today’s dynamic business environment mapping a path through ethics, world markets, and forms of business organizations, accounting, management, finance, law, technology, marketing, and e-commerce. Students who are interested in expanding their appreciation of the world of commerce or wish to pursue a career in business may find this course an appropriate starting point.
Students evaluate and determine appropriate goals of individuals relative to their life cycle and acquire knowledge of key financial concepts and related products that can be applied to optimize personal financial wellbeing. Specific elements of the course include goal making, financial record keeping, and managing decisions associated with credit, taxation, insurance, investments, and estate management.
This course is designed for College of Business students who have basic file management and office software skills. Course projects are designed for business problem solving and include document management, using spreadsheets for information processing, design and management of personal databases for automated data management, presentation, and integrating business communications. Recommend prior computer knowledge.
This course examines the fundamental concepts, theories, principles, and techniques of management by integrating classical and modern perspectives with real-world experiences. Students are introduced to both traditional and contemporary views along the management functions of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling. Management domains such as business ethics, business law, international management, organizational behavior, human resource management, operation management, organizational development and change, entrepreneurship, management information systems, and strategic management are also introduced, and their implications on students’ careers as managers are explored.
This course provides students with the opportunity to learn about ethical decision making in business organizations. Students will examine moral values, ethical philosophies, organizational factors, and the role they play in the principles and practices of business. Students will explore the evolution of business ethics and social expectations of business in society, including from diverse global perspectives. Students will apply course concepts to real world situations to develop their understanding of business decision making as well as their own behavior when confronted with ethical dilemmas. Prerequisite: Senior standing
This course examines and explores laws relevant to business activity. Study will focus on areas of law developed specifically for business and business relationships. Topics include: the legal environment of business, contracts, debtor-creditor relationships, agency relationships, and property law. Prerequisite: Senior Standing
EN 321 takes a broad and inclusive approach to workforce communication, examining the best practices of business writing, oral and online presentations, and professional research. Prerequisites: EN 101 and EN 102, Junior or Senior standing
This course is a study of the behavior of the macroeconomy, including the causes and consequences of inflation, unemployment, and the business cycle. Monetary, fiscal, and “supply side” policies for dealing with macroeconomic problems are examined. Prerequisites: Basic college level ability in English, logic, and mathematics
This course introduces business and non-business students to entrepreneurship and the entrepreneurial process and explores its significance in the competitive global economy. Students will examine the characteristics of an entrepreneur and the skills necessary to identify opportunities in the marketplace. They also will explore creativity and innovation as key components driving success not only in new ventures, but also in existing organizations. Other topics include forms of business ownership and the importance of a business plan in directing a new company and attracting investors.
Marketing Courses
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the field of marketing. It covers the current marketing concepts and practical applications that will include the functions of product, price, place, promotion, and positioning. Additional emphasis will be given to multicultural and global marketing in the United States and internationally.
This course explores digital marketing strategies and tactics. Through the course, students will learn how to construct a digital strategy and relevant campaigns that align with broader business goals. We’ll learn how to leverage key digital marketing tactics and discuss the evolving nature of this space. Students will gain deeper knowledge of buyer personas, customer journeys, the digital commerce funnel, UX, effective website design, conversion rate optimization, paid media, organic social, email marketing, marketing analytics, and how generative AI fits into the landscape. The course focuses on both business-to-consumer (B2C) and business-to-business (B2B) markets. Prerequisite: BA 252 Principles of Marketing.
This course is to introduce International Consumer Behavior, with emphasis on developing a customer focus and competitive advantage by using consumer behavior analysis. The goal is to understand what effects stemming from internal and external influences affect the consumer decision making process in the global economy. Identifying customer behaviors leads to designing products/services to meet their needs and wants consistent with the different consumer characteristics found throughout the global marketplace. Prerequisites: BA 232 and BA 252
IT Courses
Digital Media Storytelling is designed to provide students a foundational understanding and application of incorporating various elements into a digital presentation. Students will learn to use digital media and design applications to integrate video, photography, audio narration, graphics, and layout to create digital stories.
This course explores the practical application of technology tools that facilitate creating and communicating information in a digital environment. Topics include the creation of basic documents, presentations, videos and web pages. This course also covers social networks, digital research, online collaboration, communication etiquette, online privacy and security.
This course provides an introduction to problem solving and computer programming using the language Python. Students will analyze problems, design and implement solutions and assess the results. Topics include fundamental programming constructs such as variables, expressions, functions, control structures and lists. Emphasis is placed on numerical and data analysis for informed decision making. Prerequisite: None
The major focus of this course will be the fundamental concepts of Information Systems with a brief introduction to industry trends. Students will be introduced to software engineering, databases, business intelligence, networks, security, e-commerce and emerging trends such as Cloud Computing, Big Data and Blockchain.
Work-Based Learning/Career Education Courses
This course presents the concepts and strategies of teaching career readiness and career development to secondary education students. The roles and responsibilities of secondary teachers in coordinating and implementing both school-based (academic) and work-based learning strategies will be explored. Emphasis is placed on the techniques used by the teacher-coordinator to organize and supervise cooperative education programs. Three Nebraska frameworks foundational to this course include: 1) the Nebraska Department of Education Career Education Model, 2) Standards for Career Ready Practices, and 3) the Nebraska Workplace Experiences Continuum.
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If your goal is to teach all levels, you can become a health or Physical Education teacher for grade levels PK-12 with this endorsement. The Bachelor's in Education program option includes a professional education component in addition to the Health and Physical Education endorsement and student teaching. You can advance towards teacher certification with an endorsement in Health and PE.
This course introduces basic concepts, anatomical terminology, cell structure and function and histology, followed by an in-depth study of the anatomy and physiology of the following organ systems of the human body: Integumentary, arthrology, muscular, cardiovascular and lymphatic systems. A mandatory laboratory component supports and amplifies the lecture material and allows the student to study microscopic anatomy on slides and to perform dissection on representative animal models. An online component allows the student to practice course content with additional exercises. Prerequisites: BI 100 required for Biology and Kinesiology majors, strongly recommended for Health Science majors.
This course consists of the study of the nutrients required by the human body, the foods from which they are obtained, their utilization by the body and their importance for the maintenance of optimal health throughout the life span.
This course provides an overview of the health and human performance field. Elements related to physical activity, such as fitness, sport, and physical education are examined. An introduction to various career opportunities within the health and human performance industry is provided, along with an opportunity to explore those careers further through off-campus experiences.
This course examines both unit and individual lesson plans focused on developing fundamental skills, knowledge of sport rules, and lifetime activities at the middle school level. Emphasis is placed on learning to create, and implement, unit and individual lesson plans.
This course examines both unit and individual lesson plans focused on developing fundamental skills, knowledge of sport rules and game strategies, and lifetime activities at the high school level. Emphasis is placed on learning to create, and implement, unit and individual lesson plans focused on activity rules and strategies.
This course examines the necessary knowledge and skills a first responder utilizes in an emergency to help sustain life and minimize pain until medical help arrives. Additionally, the consequences of injury or sudden illness are explored. Upon completion of this course the option to receive an American Red Cross First Aid Card and Adult, Child, and Infant CPR Card is provided. Automated External Defibrillator certification also is included.
This course provides students with an understanding of how the human body responds to exercise and exercise programs. Emphasis will be placed on the basic physiological mechanisms to exercise and the training adaptations that occur to the human body, the role of nutrition on human performance and the health benefits of exercise and training across the life span. Students will have the opportunity to apply effective exercise physiological concepts to develop an exercise prescription. Prerequisite: HHP230
This course examines adaptive aspects in both the physical education and sport environments. An emphasis is placed on the application of concepts in program organization and individual adaptations.
This course analyzes the movements of the human body and the fundamental principles of movement affected by muscle function. Students will apply the principles of muscle function and movement to improve performance. Prerequisite: HHP230
The course utilizes situation-based learning and the conceptual model of human performance to explore motor learning and development. The application of motor learning principles and theories enhances understanding and provides an opportunity to further develop facilitation skills for the development of motor movements.
This course examines successful management concepts of a physical education program. An emphasis is placed on creating a safe and effective learning environment, curriculum planning and implementation, assessment, and professional behaviors.
This course focuses on the use of exercise physiology and motor learning concepts to manage fitness plans and goals. The use of proper exercise techniques, nutrition, and energy systems for maximizing performance is examined. Emphasis is placed on the use of assessments and program design to optimize performance. Opportunities to learn standards for the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) are included. Prerequisite: HHP230 , HHP310, and HHP350
This course examines physical education teaching methods and activities at the elementary level. Emphasis will be placed on curriculum planning, implementation, and assessment in order to meet the needs of elementary children.
This course examines relevant, contemporary issues related to health literacy and the role health literacy has on an individual and the public’s ability to obtain, process and understand basic health information and services needed to make appropriate health decisions.
This course is designed to develop the understanding, attitudes, and practices that contribute to better individual and community health.
This course examines the history and role of health education in today's society. Covers the philosophical principles and models utilized in the delivery of health education.
This course provides students with the theoretical knowledge and skills to design a comprehensive school health education plan through use of collaborative strategies to benefit student learning, families and key stakeholders.
This course provides students with the theoretical background and practical skills required to conduct meaningful school-based, health-focused, student assessments and program evaluations.
This course will present the principles of human growth and development from conception to death. Topics to be included in the course are methods of child study, consideration of individual differences, and analysis of patterns and sequences of development.
Mathematics teachers are sought after in grade levels 6-12. If you have a passion for math, your expertise is needed as a teacher in STEM fields. The Bachelor's in Education program includes a professional teaching education component and student teaching. Students advance towards secondary-level teacher certification with an endorsement in at least one area (e.g., mathematics).
This course is designed to develop the topics of differential and integral calculus. Topics covered include limits, continuity, derivatives and integrals of algebraic and transcendental functions of one variable. Emphasis will be placed on selecting and using appropriate models and techniques for finding solutions to derivative-related problems with and without technology. Prerequisites: Successful completion of MA 204 or placement via ALEKS Placement Assessment.
The course deepens understanding of the material and applications learned in MA 205. Topics covered include applications of the definite integral to area, volume, arc length and surface area, and developing additional integration techniques including integration by parts, trigonometric integrals and substitution, partial fractions and numerical methods. Sequences introduced as series are examined using the nth term, integral, comparison, ratio and root tests for convergence. Power series and Taylor and MacLaurin series are introduced. Calculus techniques are applied to parametric and polar equations. Prerequisite: Successful completion of MA 205.
This course provides the theoretical basis and problem-solving experience needed to apply the techniques of descriptive and inferential statistics, to analyze quantitative data, and to improve decision making over a wide range of areas. Topics covered include descriptive statistics, linear regression, data gathering methodologies and probability, as well as confidence intervals and hypothesis testing for one and two samples. Use of technology in solving and interpreting statistical problems is emphasized. Prerequisite: MA 101 or placement via ALEKS Placement Assessment
This course provides an introduction to problem solving and computer programming using the language Python. Students will analyze problems, design and implement solutions and assess the results. Topics include fundamental programming constructs such as variables, expressions, functions, control structures and lists. Emphasis is placed on numerical and data analysis for informed decision making. Prerequisite: None
This course examines the mathematical structures that are fundamentally discrete, and it serves as a bridge from calculus to abstract mathematics. Topics included are sets, relations, functions, induction and other methods of proof, recursion, combinatorics, graph theory and algorithms. Emphasis is placed on proof and applying discrete mathematics to real world problems. Prerequisites: Successful completion of MA 205 .
This course examines systems of linear equations, matrices, determinants, and vectors to motivate the study of linear spaces. Theory and applications are used to explore vector spaces, subspaces, inner product spaces, linear transformations, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, and orthogonality. Prerequisites: Successful completion of MA 315.
Abstract Algebra is the study of the basic underlying structures that occur in mathematical systems. This course introduces the basic ideas and applications of group theory. Elementary properties of groups and functional relationships between groups are studied including cyclic, permutation and symmetric groups, cosets (including Lagrange’s theorem), subgroups and normal subgroups, homomorphisms, isomorphisms and abelian groups. Prerequisite: Successful completion of both MA 315 and MA 320.
This course examines counting methods from basic to advanced, including recurrence relations, generating functions, and the Principle of Inclusion-Exclusion. The study of relations, including equivalence relations, elements of graph theory, including graph coloring, and applications of trees, including minimal spanning trees, will also be studied. Prerequisites: Successful completion of MA 315.
The focus of this course is on the historical development and perspectives of mathematics including contributions of significant figures and diverse cultures. The course provides an overview of mathematical history from the earliest counting methods to mathematics today. Mathematical topics typically taught in the secondary classroom will be studied in detail for students to develop the historical context and foundational knowledge necessary to become a successful mathematics educator. Prerequisites: Junior or above standing
This course provides an overview of the field of Geometry by studying applications of Euclidean Geometry using Geogebra as a visualization and verification tool. Emphasis will be placed on building competency in proof. Prerequisite: Successful completion of MA 315.
This capstone course is designed as a culminating experience for pre-service and in-service secondary mathematics teachers. Students will connect the undergraduate mathematics curriculum to the secondary mathematics curriculum through collaboration, exploration and activities. Emphasis will be placed on developing effective mathematics teaching strategies, researching current mathematics teaching theory and using technology to enhance learning. Prerequisites: Junior or above standing.
If you enjoy working with youth, become a physical education teacher for grade levels PK-12 in Nebraska by choosing this endorsement area. The Bachelor's in Education program includes a professional teaching education component and student teaching. Students advance towards secondary-level teacher certification with an endorsement in at least one area (e.g., physical education or PE and coaching).
This course provides an overview of the health and human performance field. Elements related to physical activity, such as fitness, sport, and physical education are examined. An introduction to various career opportunities within the health and human performance industry is provided, along with an opportunity to explore those careers further through off-campus experiences.
This course is designed to develop the understanding, attitudes, and practices that contribute to better individual and community health.
This course focuses on the anatomical structure and the physiological functions of the human body. As a foundational course, it places emphasis on the structural organization of the human body and on the functions and interdependence of the various body systems.
This course provides students with an understanding of how the human body responds to exercise and exercise programs. Emphasis will be placed on the basic physiological mechanisms to exercise and the training adaptations that occur to the human body, the role of nutrition on human performance and the health benefits of exercise and training across the life span. Students will have the opportunity to apply effective exercise physiological concepts to develop an exercise prescription. Prerequisite: HHP230
This course examines adaptive aspects in both the physical education and sport environments. An emphasis is placed on the application of concepts in program organization and individual adaptations.
This course analyzes the movements of the human body and the fundamental principles of movement affected by muscle function. Students will apply the principles of muscle function and movement to improve performance. Prerequisite: HHP230
The course utilizes situation-based learning and the conceptual model of human performance to explore motor learning and development. The application of motor learning principles and theories enhances understanding and provides an opportunity to further develop facilitation skills for the development of motor movements.
This course examines both unit and individual lesson plans focused on developing fundamental skills, knowledge of sport rules, and lifetime activities at the middle school level. Emphasis is placed on learning to create, and implement, unit and individual lesson plans.
This course examines both unit and individual lesson plans focused on developing fundamental skills, knowledge of sport rules and game strategies, and lifetime activities at the high school level. Emphasis is placed on learning to create, and implement, unit and individual lesson plans focused on activity rules and strategies.
This course examines successful management concepts of a physical education program. An emphasis is placed on creating a safe and effective learning environment, curriculum planning and implementation, assessment, and professional behaviors.
This course focuses on the use of exercise physiology and motor learning concepts to manage fitness plans and goals. The use of proper exercise techniques, nutrition, and energy systems for maximizing performance is examined. Emphasis is placed on the use of assessments and program design to optimize performance. Opportunities to learn standards for the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) are included. Prerequisite: HHP230 , HHP310, and HHP350
This course examines physical education teaching methods and activities at the elementary level. Emphasis will be placed on curriculum planning, implementation, and assessment in order to meet the needs of elementary children.
This course examines the necessary knowledge and skills a first responder utilizes in an emergency to help sustain life and minimize pain until medical help arrives. Additionally, the consequences of injury or sudden illness are explored. Upon completion of this course the option to receive an American Red Cross First Aid Card and Adult, Child, and Infant CPR Card is provided. Automated External Defibrillator certification also is included.
This course examines the importance of lifetime wellness and nutrition. Topics include the value of nutrition, weight management, stress management, and exercise. An emphasis is placed on learning how to evaluate and improve wellness patterns.
If you have a passion for science your expertise is needed as a teacher in the STEM fields for grade levels 7-12. The Bachelor's in Education program includes a professional teaching education component and student teaching. Students advance towards secondary-level teacher certification with an endorsement in at least one area (e.g., science, biology, and/or chemistry).
Laboratory-based Biology courses
This course introduces core concepts of biology, including: information flow, structure-function relationships, transformation of energy and matter, biological systems, and evolution.
This course is an introduction to biological inquiry, including: biological laboratory procedures and techniques, applying the process of scientific investigation to biological systems, quantitative reasoning and analysis, and communication of biological findings. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in BI 100 or instructor permission
This course introduces basic concepts, anatomical terminology, cell structure and function and histology, followed by an in-depth study of the anatomy and physiology of the following organ systems of the human body: Integumentary, arthrology, muscular, cardiovascular and lymphatic systems. A mandatory laboratory component supports and amplifies the lecture material and allows the student to study microscopic anatomy on slides and to perform dissection on representative animal models. An online component allows the student to practice course content with additional exercises. Prerequisites: BI 100 required for Biology and Kinesiology majors, strongly recommended for Health Science majors.
This course examines the flow of biological information at the molecular, cellular, organismic, and population level. This course also explores the relationships between biological information and cellular structure and function. The associated laboratory investigates questions related to information systems and cellular function and develops techniques relevant to these research areas. Prerequisites: BI 100 or NS 110
This course focuses on general, medical, ecological, and applied microbiology including: bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa, and helminthic organisms. Prerequisites: BI 100, BI 105 required for Biology Majors, strongly recommended for Health Science majors .
Laboratory-based Chemistry courses
This course studies chemical reactions, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, atomic and molecular structure, nuclear chemistry, bonding, measurements, the Periodic Table, solids, liquids, gases, and solutions. Also includes qualitative and quantitative analysis. For students majoring in science or in pre-professional programs or allied health fields. Prerequisite: High School Algebra
This course is a continuation of CH 115. The course includes the study of acids, bases, chemical equilibrium, thermodynamics, kinetics, electrochemistry, hydrogen and its compounds, nonmetals, metalloids, and metals and their compounds. Prerequisite: CH 115
This course includes a study of the structure and functions of the many functional groups of organic chemicals including: hydrocarbons, hybridization, nomenclature, N and O-containing organic compounds, stereochemistry, infrared, UV and light spectroscopy, NMR, mechanisms of reaction. Prerequisites: CH 116 or instructor permission
This course is a continuation of CH 210. The course includes a study of addition, elimination, and substitution reactions, carbon-skeletal rearrangements, multi-step synthesis, polymers, SN1, SN2, E1, E2 mechanisms, biological molecules, noncovalent interactions between organic molecules, catalysis, and the molecular basis of drug action. Prerequisite: CH 210 or instructor permission
Laboratory-based Physics courses
This course presents the basic laws which govern the behavior of the physical world, concentrating on the basic mechanics of visible objects. Included in this study are the concepts of velocity, acceleration, force, energy, heat, and angular motion. Late in the course, these principles are applied to wave motion, including the physics of sound waves, and to fluids. Concepts and calculations are presented using algebraic methods. Hands-on laboratory work is an essential element of the course. Prerequisite: MA 102 or placement via ALEKS Placement Exam
This course is a continuation of PC 115 General Physics I. It presents the basic laws which govern the behavior of the physical world, concentrating on the basic mechanics of visible objects. Included in this study are the concepts of electricity and magnetism, electromagnetic waves, optics, special relativity, and nuclear physics. Concepts and calculations are presented using algebraic methods. Hands-on laboratory work is an essential element of the course. Prerequisite: PC 115
Laboratory-based Earth and Space Science courses
This course introduces Environmental Sustainability as an interdisciplinary field of study, focused on environmental problems and managing natural resources in a sustainable manner. It cuts across agricultural sciences, biological sciences, and engineering, integrating physical and biological sciences to current environmental problems. Contemporary global environmental problems and the research that is being performed on environmental issues are explored. Discussion includes sustainable agriculture, natural resource management, pollution control and mitigation, emerging technologies of energy capture (solar, wind, biomass, etc.) and global climate change. A systems approach to the analysis of environmental problems is used to find effective solutions.
This course explores four major areas of earth science: earth structure and function, astronomy, oceanography, and meteorology. Topics include change, cycles, equilibrium, energy, models, scale, systems, and the interdisciplinary nature of science. The associated laboratory investigates questions related to basic principles of geology, meteorology, astronomy, and oceanography and develops techniques relevant to these research areas. Prerequisites: None
Subject endorsements will enable you to teach a specific subject area. You may opt to teach more than one.
If you have a passion for science your expertise is needed as a teacher in the STEM fields for grade levels 7-12. The Bachelor's in Education program includes a professional teaching education component and student teaching. Students advance towards secondary-level teacher certification with an endorsement in at least one area (e.g., science, biology, and/or chemistry).
This course introduces core concepts of biology, including: information flow, structure-function relationships, transformation of energy and matter, biological systems, and evolution.
This course is an introduction to biological inquiry, including: biological laboratory procedures and techniques, applying the process of scientific investigation to biological systems, quantitative reasoning and analysis, and communication of biological findings. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in BI 100 or instructor permission
This course introduces basic concepts, anatomical terminology, cell structure and function and histology, followed by an in-depth study of the anatomy and physiology of the following organ systems of the human body: Integumentary, arthrology, muscular, cardiovascular and lymphatic systems. A mandatory laboratory component supports and amplifies the lecture material and allows the student to study microscopic anatomy on slides and to perform dissection on representative animal models. An online component allows the student to practice course content with additional exercises. Prerequisites: BI 100 required for Biology and Kinesiology majors, strongly recommended for Health Science majors.
This course consists of an in-depth study of the gross and microscopic anatomy and the physiology of the following organ systems of the human body: The central and peripheral nervous, endocrine, sensory, respiratory, digestive, reproductive, and excretory systems. A mandatory laboratory component will support and amplify the lecture material and allow the student to perform dissection on representative animal models. An online component will allow the student to practice course content with additional exercises. Prerequisites: BI 201 or Instructor permission (3 credit hrs lecture; 1 credit hr lab)
This course examines the flow of biological information at the molecular, cellular, organismic, and population level. This course also explores the relationships between biological information and cellular structure and function. The associated laboratory investigates questions related to information systems and cellular function and develops techniques relevant to these research areas. Prerequisites: BI 100 or NS 110
This course is designed to provide an overview of invertebrate and vertebrate zoology including: classification, development, morphology, anatomy, and physiology of the animal phyla. Prerequisites: BI 100 or NS 110
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This course consists of the study of the structure, physiology, histology, ecology, and economic importance of plants. A mandatory laboratory component will support and amplify the lecture material and allow the student to study live and preserved specimens. An online component will allow the student to practice course content with additional exercises and quizzes. (3 credit hrs lecture; 1 credit hr lab) Prerequisites: BI 100
This course focuses on general, medical, ecological, and applied microbiology including: bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa, and helminthic organisms. Prerequisites: BI 100, BI 105 required for Biology Majors, strongly recommended for Health Science majors .
Laboratory-based natural science courses
This course studies chemical reactions, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, atomic and molecular structure, nuclear chemistry, bonding, measurements, the Periodic Table, solids, liquids, gases, and solutions. Also includes qualitative and quantitative analysis. For students majoring in science or in pre-professional programs or allied health fields. Prerequisite: High School Algebra
This course is a continuation of CH 115. The course includes the study of acids, bases, chemical equilibrium, thermodynamics, kinetics, electrochemistry, hydrogen and its compounds, nonmetals, metalloids, and metals and their compounds. Prerequisite: CH 115
This course presents the basic laws which govern the behavior of the physical world, concentrating on the basic mechanics of visible objects. Included in this study are the concepts of velocity, acceleration, force, energy, heat, and angular motion. Late in the course, these principles are applied to wave motion, including the physics of sound waves, and to fluids. Concepts and calculations are presented using algebraic methods. Hands-on laboratory work is an essential element of the course. Prerequisite: MA 102 or placement via ALEKS Placement Exam
This course explores four major areas of earth science: earth structure and function, astronomy, oceanography, and meteorology. Topics include change, cycles, equilibrium, energy, models, scale, systems, and the interdisciplinary nature of science. The associated laboratory investigates questions related to basic principles of geology, meteorology, astronomy, and oceanography and develops techniques relevant to these research areas. Prerequisites: None
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If you have a passion for science your expertise is needed as a teacher in the STEM fields for grade levels 7-12. The Bachelor's in Education program includes a professional teaching education component and student teaching. Students advance towards secondary-level teacher certification with an endorsement in at least one area (e.g., science, biology, and/or chemistry).
This course studies chemical reactions, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, atomic and molecular structure, nuclear chemistry, bonding, measurements, the Periodic Table, solids, liquids, gases, and solutions. Also includes qualitative and quantitative analysis. For students majoring in science or in pre-professional programs or allied health fields. Prerequisite: High School Algebra
This course is a continuation of CH 115. The course includes the study of acids, bases, chemical equilibrium, thermodynamics, kinetics, electrochemistry, hydrogen and its compounds, nonmetals, metalloids, and metals and their compounds. Prerequisite: CH 115
This course covers the survey of principles and applications of modern analytical chemistry. Topics include volumetric and gravimetric analysis, electroanalysis, spectrophotometry, separations, statistics, and error analysis. Includes quantitative experimental determination by means of classical and instrumental methods.
This course includes a study of the structure and functions of the many functional groups of organic chemicals including: hydrocarbons, hybridization, nomenclature, N and O-containing organic compounds, stereochemistry, infrared, UV and light spectroscopy, NMR, mechanisms of reaction. Prerequisites: CH 116 or instructor permission
This course is a continuation of CH 210. The course includes a study of addition, elimination, and substitution reactions, carbon-skeletal rearrangements, multi-step synthesis, polymers, SN1, SN2, E1, E2 mechanisms, biological molecules, noncovalent interactions between organic molecules, catalysis, and the molecular basis of drug action. Prerequisite: CH 210 or instructor permission
This course explores the fundamentals of modern biochemistry including such topics as the synthesis and metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, nucleic acids, the study of energy metabolism, enzymes, genetic coding, and other current topics in the field. Prerequisites: CH 211 or equivalent and concurrent enrollment in CH 316 or permission of the instructor
This course is designed to provide the theory and practice of methods used in modern biochemical and molecular biological research. Topics include general biochemical lab procedures, handling and manipulation of nucleic acids, DNA sequencing, chromatography and analysis of proteins, enzyme kinetics, basic spectrophotometry, and HPLC techniques. Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in BI 315 or instructor permission; recommend concurrent enrollment in BI 314
Laboratory-based natural science courses
This course introduces core concepts of biology, including: information flow, structure-function relationships, transformation of energy and matter, biological systems, and evolution.
This course is an introduction to biological inquiry, including: biological laboratory procedures and techniques, applying the process of scientific investigation to biological systems, quantitative reasoning and analysis, and communication of biological findings. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in BI 100 or instructor permission
This course examines the flow of biological information at the molecular, cellular, organismic, and population level. This course also explores the relationships between biological information and cellular structure and function. The associated laboratory investigates questions related to information systems and cellular function and develops techniques relevant to these research areas. Prerequisites: BI 100 or NS 110
This course presents the basic laws which govern the behavior of the physical world, concentrating on the basic mechanics of visible objects. Included in this study are the concepts of velocity, acceleration, force, energy, heat, and angular motion. Late in the course, these principles are applied to wave motion, including the physics of sound waves, and to fluids. Concepts and calculations are presented using algebraic methods. Hands-on laboratory work is an essential element of the course. Prerequisite: MA 102 or placement via ALEKS Placement Exam
This course explores four major areas of earth science: earth structure and function, astronomy, oceanography, and meteorology. Topics include change, cycles, equilibrium, energy, models, scale, systems, and the interdisciplinary nature of science. The associated laboratory investigates questions related to basic principles of geology, meteorology, astronomy, and oceanography and develops techniques relevant to these research areas. Prerequisites: None
If you desire to work with youth, health education teachers are needed for grade levels 7-12. The Bachelor's in Education program includes a professional teaching education component and student teaching. Students advance towards secondary-level teacher certification with an endorsement in at least one area (e.g., health education, or health education and coaching).
This course introduces basic concepts, anatomical terminology, cell structure and function and histology, followed by an in-depth study of the anatomy and physiology of the following organ systems of the human body: Integumentary, arthrology, muscular, cardiovascular and lymphatic systems. A mandatory laboratory component supports and amplifies the lecture material and allows the student to study microscopic anatomy on slides and to perform dissection on representative animal models. An online component allows the student to practice course content with additional exercises. Prerequisites: BI 100 required for Biology and Kinesiology majors, strongly recommended for Health Science majors.
This course examines the necessary knowledge and skills a first responder utilizes in an emergency to help sustain life and minimize pain until medical help arrives. Additionally, the consequences of injury or sudden illness are explored. Upon completion of this course the option to receive an American Red Cross First Aid Card and Adult, Child, and Infant CPR Card is provided. Automated External Defibrillator certification also is included.
This course will present the principles of human growth and development from conception to death. Topics to be included in the course are methods of child study, consideration of individual differences, and analysis of patterns and sequences of development.
This course consists of the study of the nutrients required by the human body, the foods from which they are obtained, their utilization by the body and their importance for the maintenance of optimal health throughout the life span.
This course examines relevant, contemporary issues related to health literacy and the role health literacy has on an individual and the public’s ability to obtain, process and understand basic health information and services needed to make appropriate health decisions.
This course is essential for public health educators in a variety of settings. This course focuses on the study of the distribution and determinants of disease, health conditions or events among a population with emphasis on current health problems and issues as it relates to real life application to address public health programs and health policy.
This course is designed to develop the understanding, attitudes, and practices that contribute to better individual and community health.
This course examines the history and role of health education in today's society. Covers the philosophical principles and models utilized in the delivery of health education.
This course provides students with the theoretical knowledge and skills to design a comprehensive school health education plan through use of collaborative strategies to benefit student learning, families and key stakeholders.
This course provides students with the theoretical background and practical skills required to conduct meaningful school-based, health-focused, student assessments and program evaluations.
If you have a passion for history and learning, share your enthusiasm with youth by becoming a teacher in grade levels 7-12. The Bachelor's in Education program includes a professional teaching education component and student teaching. Students who choose this option advance towards secondary-level teacher certification with an endorsement in at least one area (e.g., history, or history and information technology).
This course introduces students to world history from the earliest civilizations to 1500 AD. The course emphasizes histories of Europe, Asia, and the Middle East and includes histories of Africa, the Americas, and Oceania. Primary focus is on the historical significance of political, economic, demographic, religious, and cultural developments.
This course introduces students to world history from 1500 AD to modern times. The course emphasizes histories of Europe, Asia, and North America and includes histories of Africa, Latin America, the Middle East, and Oceania. Primary focus is on the historical significance of political, economic, demographic, and cultural changes.
This course examines the major developments in America from the founding of the early colonies through the Reconstruction Era. Primary focus is placed on those concepts that have shaped the nation such as Constitutionalism, slavery, individualism, and Covenant among others.
This course examines the major developments in America from the period of the Industrial Revolution through modern times. Primary focus is placed on those concepts that have shaped the nation such as the free market, civil rights, Cold War, the role of government, and conformity among others.
This course presents an in-depth examination of the history of the state of Nebraska and the surrounding region. Primary emphasis will be placed on the influence of Native American populations and the early periods of American settlement, as well as the social and economic development of the state.
This course provides an in-depth examination of the sectional conflicts which resulted in the Civil War, the War itself, and the period of Reconstruction which followed. Primary emphasis will be placed on the causes and impact of the War and the problems associated with the post-war settlement.
This course provides a detailed study of the significant developments in America from the end of World War II to the end of the Cold War. Primary emphasis will be placed on the Cold War, McCarthyism, the Civil Rights Movement, Viet Nam, and the Counter Culture.
This course provides an intensive examination of World War II from an international perspective. The course focuses on such topics as collaboration, resistance, economic mobilization, social change, diplomatic relations, the Holocaust, and the course of the War. Greater emphasis is placed on the European theater.
This course is designed to introduce students to the social and political foundations of Eastern civilization from a historical perspective. Key themes to be examined will include the role of religion and philosophy in the development of Asian cultures, the role of China as a dominant influence on the region's history, and the evolution of Asia through its interaction with the West.
This course is designed to introduce students to the broad social and political movements that have helped shaped the evolution of Western civilization. The class will include examination of industrialization, the enlightenment, and the technological revolution, with a focus on their impact on social and political development. Concepts such as democratization, gender and race relations, the social contract, and the Just War Tradition will also be explored.
Choose 6 credit hours in Economics, Geography, Political Science, Psychology, or Sociology
If you enjoy working with youth, become a physical education teacher for grade levels 7-12 in Nebraska by choosing one of these endorsements. The Bachelor's in Education program includes a professional teaching education component and student teaching. Students advance towards secondary-level teacher certification with an endorsement in at least one area (e.g., physical education or PE and coaching).
This course provides an overview of the health and human performance field. Elements related to physical activity, such as fitness, sport, and physical education are examined. An introduction to various career opportunities within the health and human performance industry is provided, along with an opportunity to explore those careers further through off-campus experiences.
This course is designed to develop the understanding, attitudes, and practices that contribute to better individual and community health.
This course focuses on the anatomical structure and the physiological functions of the human body. As a foundational course, it places emphasis on the structural organization of the human body and on the functions and interdependence of the various body systems.
This course provides students with an understanding of how the human body responds to exercise and exercise programs. Emphasis will be placed on the basic physiological mechanisms to exercise and the training adaptations that occur to the human body, the role of nutrition on human performance and the health benefits of exercise and training across the life span. Students will have the opportunity to apply effective exercise physiological concepts to develop an exercise prescription. Prerequisite: HHP230
This course examines adaptive aspects in both the physical education and sport environments. An emphasis is placed on the application of concepts in program organization and individual adaptations.
This course analyzes the movements of the human body and the fundamental principles of movement affected by muscle function. Students will apply the principles of muscle function and movement to improve performance. Prerequisite: HHP230
The course utilizes situation-based learning and the conceptual model of human performance to explore motor learning and development. The application of motor learning principles and theories enhances understanding and provides an opportunity to further develop facilitation skills for the development of motor movements.
This course examines both unit and individual lesson plans focused on developing fundamental skills, knowledge of sport rules, and lifetime activities at the middle school level. Emphasis is placed on learning to create, and implement, unit and individual lesson plans.
This course examines successful management concepts of a physical education program. An emphasis is placed on creating a safe and effective learning environment, curriculum planning and implementation, assessment, and professional behaviors.
This course focuses on the use of exercise physiology and motor learning concepts to manage fitness plans and goals. The use of proper exercise techniques, nutrition, and energy systems for maximizing performance is examined. Emphasis is placed on the use of assessments and program design to optimize performance. Opportunities to learn standards for the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) are included. Prerequisite: HHP230 , HHP310, and HHP350
This course examines physical education teaching methods and activities at the elementary level. Emphasis will be placed on curriculum planning, implementation, and assessment in order to meet the needs of elementary children.
Teachers in the STEM fields are sought after in grade levels 7-12. If you have a passion for psychology and teaching, the Bachelor's in Education program includes a professional teaching education component and student teaching. Students advance towards secondary-level teacher certification with an endorsement in at least one area (e.g., psychology).
To complete the Psychology endorsement should complete another non-supplemental endorsement in order to be marketable in the field of education.
This course is an introduction to the scientific foundations of the study of behavior and a survey of basic topics of psychology such as sensation and perception, the brain and nervous system, learning and memory, language and thinking, intelligence, motivation, emotions, personality, development, stress, and abnormal behavior. This course is a prerequisite for all other courses in Psychology except PY 200, PY 211, PY 222 and PY 250
This course is an introduction to the wide variety of careers available to students majoring in psychology. Topics will include, but not be limited to: writing resumes and cover letters, applying to graduate/professional programs, and issues important in deciding upon an area of specialization. Students will learn about the various careers in psychology through presentations with professionals in the field and exploring information available on Internet sites, such as that of the American Psychological Association (1 credit hr)
This course is an introduction to and application of statistics and research designs used in experimental psychological research. Statistical software will be used to analyze psychological data collected by the students using both descriptive and inferential statistics. Specific types of statistical tests include: measures of central tendency and variability, correlation, multiple regression, z-tests, t-tests for both independent and correlated samples, analysis of variance/covariance, and various non-parametric tests. Prerequisite: MA 101 or higher
This course covers major concepts and research of cross-cultural psychology, including cross-cultural aspects of ethnocentrism, developmental processes, gender differences, emotion, language, personality, and other topics. Applications of cross-cultural knowledge to understanding one’s own culture and the effects of culture on individual lives are included. Prerequisite: PY 101
This course is an examination of research design issues in psychology and related disciplines with emphasis on accurate reading of published articles. Students write a research proposal including a literature review, an operationally stated hypothesis, and data gathering procedures. Students continuing on to PY 354 Experimental Psychology may carry out their research proposal. The mastery of APA manuscript style is an important aspect of this course. Prerequisites: PY 101 and PY 250 or MA 215 (PY 250 or MA 215 may be concurrent)
This course is a study and application of experimental techniques for investigating psychological issues. Students will replicate experiments or design their own investigations, write experimental reports, and use computerized statistical analysis. Prerequisites: PY 101, PY 250 or MA 215, PY 353.
This capstone course for psychology majors focuses on the discussion and analysis of significant issues, methods, and bodies of knowledge in psychology. Students will be responsible for the content and direction of the course under the guidance of the instructor. Prerequisites: PY 101, PY 250 or MA 215, PY 353, and six additional hours of upper-level psychology courses, or permission of instructor.
Group A electives (3 credit hours)
This course will present the principles of human growth and development from conception to death. Topics to be included in the course are methods of child study, consideration of individual differences, and analysis of patterns and sequences of development.
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This course is a consideration of biological, cultural, developmental, and psychological aspects of human sexuality, emphasizing class discussion of relevant issues. Among topics covered are AIDS, romantic love, sexual practices, and sexual orientation.
Group B electives (3 credit hours)
This course presents the major theoretical and therapeutic approaches to psychological disorders. The classification, origin, description, and treatment of the chief psychiatric problems are included. Prerequisite: PY 101
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This course examines psychological and sociological principles that affect the behavior of individuals as members of groups. Representative topics include the biological foundations of behavior, prejudice, culture and personality, leadership, small group interaction, crowd behavior, mass media, childhood, adolescence and old age. Prerequisite: SO 101 and PY 101, or written permission of the instructor
Group C electives (6 credit hours)
This course covers major psychodynamic, behaviorist, trait, humanist, and cognitive theories of personality. Situational and biological influences, traits and cognition, life stories, psychobiography, and other contemporary issues are discussed. Application of personality theory to the understanding of individual lives is encouraged. Prerequisite: PY 101
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This course examines how biological, social, cultural and psychological factors influence health and illness. Representative topics include research methods in health psychology, theories of health behavior, cultural differences in understanding health, understanding and coping with stress, understanding and managing pain, terminal illness, managing health care and controversies in health psychology. Prerequisite: PY 101, SO 101, or written permission of the instructor
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This course addresses the ways in which people gain knowledge about their world and about self. Topics covered include memory and forgetting, language, thought processes, and creativity. Prerequisite: PY 101
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This course emphasizes the development of theoretical approaches to learning, as well as applications of behavioral learning principles in applied contexts. The principles of classical conditioning, instrumental conditioning, and social learning theory will be investigated in the course. The course will also present how learning principles are used in such areas as child management, interpersonal communication, and self-control. Prerequisite: PY 101
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This course is a study of biological influences on human behavior and mental processes. Includes a survey of brain and nervous system anatomy and how researchers learn about functions of these systems in relation to behavior. Emphasis is on normal development, adaptation, and learning but a variety of syndromes and problems are also included. Study of Biology or Anatomy and Physiology are helpful but not required. Prerequisite: PY 101
Choose 6 credit hours in Economics, History, Geography, Political Science, or Sociology
If you have an interest in teaching and the area of English such as reading and literacy, writing, language, and literature, your expertise is needed as a teacher for grade levels 7-12. The Bachelor's in Education program includes a professional teaching education component and student teaching. Students advance towards a secondary-level teacher certification with an endorsement in English.
Like its foundational sequence course, EN 101 emphasizes critical thinking and writing improvement. Students exercise analytical habits of mind, rhetorical strategy, and thinking/writing process to approach writing situations, to publish an analytical essay. The course stresses growth as thinkers and writers through self-evaluation, learning community exchanges, and instructor feedback to improve and gain confidence as writers. Strategies and techniques learned in this English sequence course will prepare students for EN 102 and also for writing in other coursework, workplaces, and society.
EN 102 is the last course in the English Composition sequence. Like other sequence courses, EN 102 emphasizes critical thinking and writing improvement. Students apply the analytical habits of mind, rhetorical strategy, and the thinking/writing process learned in earlier courses to produce a research-based argument essay. Throughout the course, students assess growth and make adjustments to improve thinking and writing through honest self-evaluation, critical exchanges within community of writers, and instructor feedback. The habits of mind, rhetorical strategy, thinking/writing process, discourse in community, and self-improvement are designed to prepare students as confident life-long learners in academics, professions, and society. Prerequisite: EN 101 or equivalent.
This course is an examination of some of the best short works of fiction written in English within the past 50 years in a variety of styles and forms, employing traditional and innovative techniques of storytelling, by men and women of divergent backgrounds and sensibilities. The insights these stories provide into the challenges of contemporary life will be of special interest.
This course examines the voices of people around the world over centuries, telling stories born out of migration, pilgrimage, escape, and warfare. Transmitted through translation, invention, technology, and social media, their stories have spread faster and farther. In this course, students see the world through the lenses of people from Asia, Africa, the Americas, Europe and the Middle East who have shared their voices and through the characters they bring to life.
This course focuses on the rise of traditions in British Literature, examining the ways in which each subsequent literary period both reinforced elements of tradition and broke from tradition, adding new aesthetic, cultural, and political considerations to the established body of British literature. The course examines deeply the aesthetic contributions of representative major works and authors from a number of significant periods: the Middle Ages, the 16th and 17th centuries, the Restoration and 18th Century, the Romantic Period, the Victorian Age, and the 20th Century. Special attention is paid to the defining characteristics and correct terminology of primary literary genres, as well as to the defining characteristics of and the distinctions in structure and content found in major forms within each genre. The course also focuses on the interpretation of literary texts by employing various literary theories, drawing inferences from literary texts, thematic exploration, and the analysis of the role played in the literary work of such elements as plot, character, setting, mood, tone, point of view, conflict, figurative language, poetic devices, and poetic structure. Emphasis is placed on determining what specific evidence drawn from literary texts is needed to support compelling interpretations of them. Prerequisites: EN 101 OR EN 111 & EN 102 OR EN 112
This course focuses on the attempts by American authors to create a literature congruent with democracy’s high ideals of respect for human rights and freedom. Era by era, writers have protested prevailing social and political mores, even as they have rebelled against received literary forms, pursuing aesthetic innovation in virtually every genre. The course examines deeply the aesthetic contributions of representative major works and authors from a number of significant periods: Pre-Columbian Native American Oral Literature, the Colonial Era, the Revolutionary Era, the Early 19th Century, the Romantic Movement, the Rise of Realism, Naturalism, the Harlem Renaissance, Modernism, Post-modernism, and the Renaissance of BIPOC and LGBTQ+ Literature. Special attention is paid to the defining characteristics and correct terminology of primary literary genres, as well as to the defining characteristics of and the distinctions in structure and content found in major forms within each genre. The course also focuses on the interpretation of literary texts by employing various literary theories, drawing inferences from literary texts, thematic exploration, and the analysis of the role played in the literary work of such elements as plot, character, setting, mood, tone, point of view, conflict, figurative language, poetic devices, and poetic structure. Emphasis is placed on determining what specific evidence drawn from literary texts is needed to support compelling interpretations of them. Prerequisites: EN 101 OR EN 111 & EN 102 OR EN 112
This course provides training in the fundamentals of public speaking in the 21st-century, mediated environment. By learning the principles of presentation development, organization, and delivery, students will be empowered to share their messages in a variety of forums.
This course explores the profound influences of digital communications on our professional and personal lives. Emphasis is placed on how communication technologies have developed, grown, and converged as well as an overview of wide-ranging disruptions caused by emerging devices, methods, channels, and platforms.
This course is designed to introduce you to the terminology and concepts of modern linguistics, helping the student to develop insight into the linguistics phenomena of one’s native language and beyond. Sound systems of languages (phonetics, phonology, and phonemics), word formation (morphology), sentence formation (syntax), and language meaning (semantics) are introduced. A history of the English language is included. The course is intended to develop a curiosity and enthusiasm for language and language writing.
This course explores the theory and practice of teaching writing, mostly in middle and secondary school contexts. Participants will learn about important issues impacting the teaching of writing and will evaluate, revise, and extend those issues toward building an approach to teaching writing. Students will cultivate their knowledge not only as a future teacher of writing, but also as a writer, thinker, and professional. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program
This course examines literary works written for and about adolescents, introduces critical contemporary social issues, and methods of instruction for teaching. It requires reading and review of multiple genres and the development of thematic secondary education reading and curriculum. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program
This course focuses on the methodology, processes, and content of reading and writing in the content areas. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program
A survey of methods and materials of teaching English as a Second Language in reading, writing, and oral language. Additional topics to be covered include materials, selection, objective writing, materials preparation, test construction and classroom management.
The early adolescent years are critical years of education and a time when children are changing fast. Middle level educators are trained to create a positive learning environment for students through compassionate and supportive experiences in the classroom. The Middle Level endorsement prepares teachers to understand the unique developmental characteristics of early adolescents in the grades 5-9. Teachers will be equipped in the unique middle school philosophy that includes knowledge in school organization, curriculum development, and instructional and assessment techniques.
If you wish to complete this subject endorsement in Middle Level, you must complete a minimum of 38 credit hours of which 14 are professional education courses related to middle level education, and a minimum of 24 credit hours in one core academic content area including English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, or Social Studies.
Professional Education Courses (14 credit hours) + One Core Academic Area (24-26 credit hours)
This course introduces theories of learning, motivation, and development of children and adolescents, particularly associated with how students relate physically, morally, cognitively, socially, and behaviorally. Recognizing the diverse stages of development that exist in a learning environment, effective teaching strategies, classroom management, and assessing student progress will be addressed. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in EDUC 242
This course includes a minimum 15 hour field experience component that aligns with concepts discussed in EDUC 241. Students will observe and assist in a classroom while reflecting on how different stages of development affect the learning environment. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in EDUC 241
This 40-hour minimum practicum will be in an approved secondary school setting in order to observe the inner workings of classrooms from the point-of-view of an educator. Professional dispositions and reflective practice will be emphasized. Students will be encouraged to collaborate with cooperating teachers and focus on implementation of a variety of instructional strategies, individual and group motivational factors, characteristics of effective instruction, and working with diverse learners. A seminar is included in the course. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program NOTE: Students pursuing elementary education must take EDUC 330, 350, and 351 in lieu of EDUC 340 and EDUC 420.
This course is designed to provide educators with a background in the curriculum, history, and philosophy of the middle school. It investigates the organizational structure, team planning, collaborative techniques, and student advising roles that are unique to the middle grades in early adolescence. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program
This course will examine a full array of assessment procedures, both formal and informal, as well as current trends and issues of assessment and evaluation of student performance. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program.
The intent of this course is to help students translate educational theory into best practice in order to teach effectively in a secondary classroom. Particular attention will be given to the following topics: awareness of and development of a broad range of learning resources and instructional strategies that are appropriate to diverse classrooms; use of assessment strategies and technology as a means to enhance student learning; awareness of the standards and resources of the professional organizations; consideration of curricular and ethical issues relative to teaching the subject area. This course includes a 40-hour practicum. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program NOTE: Students pursuing elementary education must take EDUC 330, 350, and 351 in lieu of EDUC 340 and EDUC 420.
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This course is designed to introduce you to the terminology and concepts of modern linguistics, helping the student to develop insight into the linguistics phenomena of one’s native language and beyond. Sound systems of languages (phonetics, phonology, and phonemics), word formation (morphology), sentence formation (syntax), and language meaning (semantics) are introduced. A history of the English language is included. The course is intended to develop a curiosity and enthusiasm for language and language writing.
This course explores the theory and practice of teaching writing, mostly in middle and secondary school contexts. Participants will learn about important issues impacting the teaching of writing and will evaluate, revise, and extend those issues toward building an approach to teaching writing. Students will cultivate their knowledge not only as a future teacher of writing, but also as a writer, thinker, and professional. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program
This course examines literary works written for and about adolescents, introduces critical contemporary social issues, and methods of instruction for teaching. It requires reading and review of multiple genres and the development of thematic secondary education reading and curriculum. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program
This course focuses on the methodology, processes, and content of reading and writing in the content areas. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program
A survey of methods and materials of teaching English as a Second Language in reading, writing, and oral language. Additional topics to be covered include materials, selection, objective writing, materials preparation, test construction and classroom management.
This course is an examination of some of the best short works of fiction written in English within the past 50 years in a variety of styles and forms, employing traditional and innovative techniques of storytelling, by men and women of divergent backgrounds and sensibilities. The insights these stories provide into the challenges of contemporary life will be of special interest.
This course focuses on the rise of traditions in British Literature, examining the ways in which each subsequent literary period both reinforced elements of tradition and broke from tradition, adding new aesthetic, cultural, and political considerations to the established body of British literature. The course examines deeply the aesthetic contributions of representative major works and authors from a number of significant periods: the Middle Ages, the 16th and 17th centuries, the Restoration and 18th Century, the Romantic Period, the Victorian Age, and the 20th Century. Special attention is paid to the defining characteristics and correct terminology of primary literary genres, as well as to the defining characteristics of and the distinctions in structure and content found in major forms within each genre. The course also focuses on the interpretation of literary texts by employing various literary theories, drawing inferences from literary texts, thematic exploration, and the analysis of the role played in the literary work of such elements as plot, character, setting, mood, tone, point of view, conflict, figurative language, poetic devices, and poetic structure. Emphasis is placed on determining what specific evidence drawn from literary texts is needed to support compelling interpretations of them. Prerequisites: EN 101 OR EN 111 & EN 102 OR EN 112
This course focuses on the attempts by American authors to create a literature congruent with democracy’s high ideals of respect for human rights and freedom. Era by era, writers have protested prevailing social and political mores, even as they have rebelled against received literary forms, pursuing aesthetic innovation in virtually every genre. The course examines deeply the aesthetic contributions of representative major works and authors from a number of significant periods: Pre-Columbian Native American Oral Literature, the Colonial Era, the Revolutionary Era, the Early 19th Century, the Romantic Movement, the Rise of Realism, Naturalism, the Harlem Renaissance, Modernism, Post-modernism, and the Renaissance of BIPOC and LGBTQ+ Literature. Special attention is paid to the defining characteristics and correct terminology of primary literary genres, as well as to the defining characteristics of and the distinctions in structure and content found in major forms within each genre. The course also focuses on the interpretation of literary texts by employing various literary theories, drawing inferences from literary texts, thematic exploration, and the analysis of the role played in the literary work of such elements as plot, character, setting, mood, tone, point of view, conflict, figurative language, poetic devices, and poetic structure. Emphasis is placed on determining what specific evidence drawn from literary texts is needed to support compelling interpretations of them. Prerequisites: EN 101 OR EN 111 & EN 102 OR EN 112
Mathematics 26 Credits
This course is designed to develop the topics of differential and integral calculus. Topics covered include limits, continuity, derivatives and integrals of algebraic and transcendental functions of one variable. Emphasis will be placed on selecting and using appropriate models and techniques for finding solutions to derivative-related problems with and without technology. Prerequisites: Successful completion of MA 204 or placement via ALEKS Placement Assessment.
The course deepens understanding of the material and applications learned in MA 205. Topics covered include applications of the definite integral to area, volume, arc length and surface area, and developing additional integration techniques including integration by parts, trigonometric integrals and substitution, partial fractions and numerical methods. Sequences introduced as series are examined using the nth term, integral, comparison, ratio and root tests for convergence. Power series and Taylor and MacLaurin series are introduced. Calculus techniques are applied to parametric and polar equations. Prerequisite: Successful completion of MA 205.
This course provides the theoretical basis and problem-solving experience needed to apply the techniques of descriptive and inferential statistics, to analyze quantitative data, and to improve decision making over a wide range of areas. Topics covered include descriptive statistics, linear regression, data gathering methodologies and probability, as well as confidence intervals and hypothesis testing for one and two samples. Use of technology in solving and interpreting statistical problems is emphasized. Prerequisite: MA 101 or placement via ALEKS Placement Assessment
This course examines the mathematical structures that are fundamentally discrete, and it serves as a bridge from calculus to abstract mathematics. Topics included are sets, relations, functions, induction and other methods of proof, recursion, combinatorics, graph theory and algorithms. Emphasis is placed on proof and applying discrete mathematics to real world problems. Prerequisites: Successful completion of MA 205 .
This course examines systems of linear equations, matrices, determinants, and vectors to motivate the study of linear spaces. Theory and applications are used to explore vector spaces, subspaces, inner product spaces, linear transformations, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, and orthogonality. Prerequisites: Successful completion of MA 315.
The focus of this course is on the historical development and perspectives of mathematics including contributions of significant figures and diverse cultures. The course provides an overview of mathematical history from the earliest counting methods to mathematics today. Mathematical topics typically taught in the secondary classroom will be studied in detail for students to develop the historical context and foundational knowledge necessary to become a successful mathematics educator. Prerequisites: Junior or above standing
This course provides an overview of the field of Geometry by studying applications of Euclidean Geometry using Geogebra as a visualization and verification tool. Emphasis will be placed on building competency in proof. Prerequisite: Successful completion of MA 315.
This capstone course is designed as a culminating experience for pre-service and in-service secondary mathematics teachers. Students will connect the undergraduate mathematics curriculum to the secondary mathematics curriculum through collaboration, exploration and activities. Emphasis will be placed on developing effective mathematics teaching strategies, researching current mathematics teaching theory and using technology to enhance learning. Prerequisites: Junior or above standing.
Science 24 Credits
This course introduces core concepts of biology, including: information flow, structure-function relationships, transformation of energy and matter, biological systems, and evolution.
This course is an introduction to biological inquiry, including: biological laboratory procedures and techniques, applying the process of scientific investigation to biological systems, quantitative reasoning and analysis, and communication of biological findings. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in BI 100 or instructor permission
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This course is designed to provide an overview of invertebrate and vertebrate zoology including: classification, development, morphology, anatomy, and physiology of the animal phyla. Prerequisites: BI 100 or NS 110
This course consists of the study of the structure, physiology, histology, ecology, and economic importance of plants. A mandatory laboratory component will support and amplify the lecture material and allow the student to study live and preserved specimens. An online component will allow the student to practice course content with additional exercises and quizzes. (3 credit hrs lecture; 1 credit hr lab) Prerequisites: BI 100
This course introduces basic concepts, anatomical terminology, cell structure and function and histology, followed by an in-depth study of the anatomy and physiology of the following organ systems of the human body: Integumentary, arthrology, muscular, cardiovascular and lymphatic systems. A mandatory laboratory component supports and amplifies the lecture material and allows the student to study microscopic anatomy on slides and to perform dissection on representative animal models. An online component allows the student to practice course content with additional exercises. Prerequisites: BI 100 required for Biology and Kinesiology majors, strongly recommended for Health Science majors.
This course consists of an in-depth study of the gross and microscopic anatomy and the physiology of the following organ systems of the human body: The central and peripheral nervous, endocrine, sensory, respiratory, digestive, reproductive, and excretory systems. A mandatory laboratory component will support and amplify the lecture material and allow the student to perform dissection on representative animal models. An online component will allow the student to practice course content with additional exercises. Prerequisites: BI 201 or Instructor permission (3 credit hrs lecture; 1 credit hr lab)
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This course examines the flow of biological information at the molecular, cellular, organismic, and population level. This course also explores the relationships between biological information and cellular structure and function. The associated laboratory investigates questions related to information systems and cellular function and develops techniques relevant to these research areas. Prerequisites: BI 100 or NS 110
This course studies chemical reactions, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, atomic and molecular structure, nuclear chemistry, bonding, measurements, the Periodic Table, solids, liquids, gases, and solutions. Also includes qualitative and quantitative analysis. For students majoring in science or in pre-professional programs or allied health fields. Prerequisite: High School Algebra
This course is a continuation of CH 115. The course includes the study of acids, bases, chemical equilibrium, thermodynamics, kinetics, electrochemistry, hydrogen and its compounds, nonmetals, metalloids, and metals and their compounds. Prerequisite: CH 115
This course presents the basic laws which govern the behavior of the physical world, concentrating on the basic mechanics of visible objects. Included in this study are the concepts of velocity, acceleration, force, energy, heat, and angular motion. Late in the course, these principles are applied to wave motion, including the physics of sound waves, and to fluids. Concepts and calculations are presented using algebraic methods. Hands-on laboratory work is an essential element of the course. Prerequisite: MA 102 or placement via ALEKS Placement Exam
Social Science 24 Credits
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This course introduces students to world history from the earliest civilizations to 1500 AD. The course emphasizes histories of Europe, Asia, and the Middle East and includes histories of Africa, the Americas, and Oceania. Primary focus is on the historical significance of political, economic, demographic, religious, and cultural developments.
This course introduces students to world history from 1500 AD to modern times. The course emphasizes histories of Europe, Asia, and North America and includes histories of Africa, Latin America, the Middle East, and Oceania. Primary focus is on the historical significance of political, economic, demographic, and cultural changes.
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This course examines the major developments in America from the founding of the early colonies through the Reconstruction Era. Primary focus is placed on those concepts that have shaped the nation such as Constitutionalism, slavery, individualism, and Covenant among others.
This course examines the major developments in America from the period of the Industrial Revolution through modern times. Primary focus is placed on those concepts that have shaped the nation such as the free market, civil rights, Cold War, the role of government, and conformity among others.
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This introductory course focuses on the era of the American Founding and examines documents, ideas, and institutions that formed the American government—including the Constitution, the Declaration of Independence, and several of the Federalist Papers. This course also examines the three primary branches of government, as well as the institutions that influence public policy development.
This course introduces students to national security as a concept, strategy, goal, and challenge. It examines the dangers and threats that exist domestically and internationally and analyzes how the United States attempts to deal with those challenges using strategies that range from diplomacy to military force.
This course is a study of the behavior of the macroeconomy, including the causes and consequences of inflation, unemployment, and the business cycle. Monetary, fiscal, and “supply side” policies for dealing with macroeconomic problems are examined. Prerequisites: Basic college level ability in English, logic, and mathematics
This course provides an introduction to the area of Microeconomics. This introduction assists students in achieving a practical understanding and ability to apply economic concepts, theories, and practices relevant to the understanding of our economy. The course investigates the economic behavior of consumers, businesses and government. Emphasis is placed on price and output determination under various market structures and on the entrepreneurial competitive process. Prerequisites: Basic college level ability in English, logic, and mathematics
This course introduces students to both local diversity and global interconnectedness in the contemporary world through the lens of regional geography. Regional divisions of Earth’s surface are ideal for exploring complex relationships that exist between humans and the environment in which they live. A thematic approach including ecology, economics, socio-cultural dynamics, political forces, and technological aspects unifies the course while a diverse array of global regions is compared and contrasted. Scale is emphasized in examining how global processes influence individuals, states, and regions. The cultural and physical geography of Nebraska is examined in detail.
This course introduces students to Human Geography and its sub-disciplines via a thematic study of the spatial implications of human activity. Within this holistic discipline, the interdependence of keystone concepts such as scale, landscape, borders, development, globalization, and movement is emphasized. Connecting real-world narratives to academic content emphasizes the discipline’s overarching goal of developing global citizenship. The human geography of Nebraska is examined in detail.
Special Education teachers with a passion for youth are sought after. With this Special Education Generalist endorsement, you may teach and provide services in Grades 7-12 in Nebraska (in accordance with 92 NAC 51) for children and youth who have one or more verified disabilities.
This course provides a foundation on differentiated instruction in order to serve the developmental, emotional, academic, and social needs of exceptional and gifted learners. This course includes these programs’ processes, legal requirements, resources, and history, for creating differentiated and inclusive classrooms. The course meets the special education requirement of the Nebraska Department of Education. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in EDUC 262
This course includes a minimum 20-hour field experience component that aligns with concepts discussed in EDUC 261. Students will observe and assist in a regular classroom that includes students with exceptional learning needs. The course meets the special education requirement of the Nebraska Department of Education. Prerequisite: Signed and filed Good Conduct Statement and Personal Fitness forms. Enrollment relies on there being a current criminal background check filed at the Teacher Education Program office. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in EDUC 261
Collaborative teaching models, team planning, curriculum adaptation, behavior management, and utilization of resources in both the school and the community are the primary focus of this course. The student will create a co-teaching inclusion plan for use in the classroom
This course focuses on the application of federal and state guidelines for verification of students with special needs. Candidates will utilize measurement principles and practices to interpret formal and informal academic behavioral assessment data to inform development of individualized educational plans (IEPs) for grade 7-12 students. Candidates will examine authentic assessment procedures used in grade 7-12 classrooms.
This course will provide preservice special education teachers the opportunity to acquire experience in planning and conducting instruction with various groups of students with diverse learning needs. This experience will also include design and use of assessment techniques for evaluating progress at the Middle School level. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program.
This course is an introduction to the strengths and needs of students with mild and moderate disabilities in relation to the levels of instructional support required. The focus will be on the developmental, cognitive, language, perceptual, social, academic, and behavioral characteristics of students with mild and moderate disabilities. Etiology, classification, and legal concerns will be discussed as they relate to the learning process.
Teacher candidates will apply intervention strategies for adapting curriculum materials and methods to fit individual needs in various school, church, and community settings. This course will prepare students to make appropriate individualized instructional accommodations in all areas.
Teacher candidates will develop knowledge and skill in diagnostic and remedial reading techniques. This course includes examination of the administration and interpretation of diagnostic instruments, causes of reading problems, remedial techniques, special motivation factors designed for striving readers, and diagnostic and administrative procedures necessary for early referral of students with reading difficulties. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program and concurrent enrollment in EDUC 382.
This course focuses on the methodology, processes, and content of reading and writing in the content areas. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program
This course emphasizes the development of theoretical approaches to learning, as well as applications of behavioral learning principles in applied contexts. The principles of classical conditioning, instrumental conditioning, and social learning theory will be investigated in the course. The course will also present how learning principles are used in such areas as child management, interpersonal communication, and self-control. Prerequisite: PY 101
A survey of methods and materials of teaching English as a Second Language in reading, writing, and oral language. Additional topics to be covered include materials, selection, objective writing, materials preparation, test construction and classroom management.
This course will provide preservice special education teachers the opportunity to acquire experience in planning and conducting instruction with various groups of students with diverse learning needs to meet their academic and/or social needs. This experience will also include design and use of assessment techniques for evaluating student progress at the Secondary level. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program.
This course is designed to equip educators with the knowledge and skills necessary to support the successful transition of students with special needs from secondary education to post-secondary life. Focusing on grades 7 through 12, this course addresses the unique challenges and opportunities faced by students with disabilities as they prepare to enter adulthood. Throughout the course, participants will explore various transition strategies and evidence-based practices tailored to meet the diverse needs of students with disabilities. Emphasis will be placed on fostering independence, self-advocacy, and skill development in areas such as academics, employment, independent living, and community engagement. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program.
This course provides students with an introduction to strategies for promoting positive behavior in the context of instructional environments through the use of applied behavior analysis principles and procedures. Course content includes multiple methods of behavioral assessment linked to intervention planning.
An examination of a variety of techniques for instruction in academic, social, and vocational curricula to children and youth with high incidence exceptionalities in schools. This course considers classroom setting options across a range of special education services and placement options. Students will select, adapt, and use a variety of evidence-based instructional strategies. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program.
A supplemental endorsement is intended to be in addition to a field or subject endorsement.
If you want to get into coaching adults, add to your teaching credentials a supplemental coaching endorsement for grade levels 7-12. The Bachelor's in Education program includes a professional teaching education component, a field or subject endorsement, and student teaching. Students who choose this path advance towards secondary-level teacher certification with an endorsement in more than one area (e.g., health education and coaching).
To complete a supplemental endorsement in Coaching you must complete one other field or subject endorsement.
This course addresses psychological aspects of sport performance such as learning, motivation, leadership, team interactions, and mental training. Application of these concepts will further enhance understanding and development of techniques leading to improved performance.
This course examines the necessary knowledge and skills a first responder utilizes in an emergency to help sustain life and minimize pain until medical help arrives. Additionally, the consequences of injury or sudden illness are explored. Upon completion of this course the option to receive an American Red Cross First Aid Card and Adult, Child, and Infant CPR Card is provided. Automated External Defibrillator certification also is included.
This course is designed to provide both practical and theoretical insights into the coaching and administrative aspects of organized sport. Emphasis is placed on developing a philosophical foundation for athletic coaching.
This course addresses the responsibilities and skills of the athletic trainer, including health and wellness strategies for teams, evaluation and care of injuries, and applications of taping techniques to prevent injuries. Prerequisite: HHP230
This course is designed to provide an application based approach to the coaching and administrative aspects of organized sport. Emphasis is placed on collegiate coaching and the application of various aspects of coaching such as budgeting, practice planning, and recruiting.
Teachers in the STEM fields are sought after all grade levels. If you have an interest in computer science and teaching, add the supplemental information technology endorsement for grades PK-12 in Nebraska to your teaching credentials. The Bachelor's in Education program includes a professional teaching education component, a field or subject endorsement, and student teaching. Students who choose this path advance towards secondary-level teacher certification with an endorsement in more than one area (e.g., History and IT, Biology and IT, etc.).
To complete a supplemental endorsement in Information Technology you must complete one other field or subject endorsement.
Digital Media Storytelling is designed to provide students a foundational understanding and application of incorporating various elements into a digital presentation. Students will learn to use digital media and design applications to integrate video, photography, audio narration, graphics, and layout to create digital stories.
This course introduces practical approaches for identifying, researching, and evaluating existing and emerging technologies. Various types of current and emerging technologies are introduced such as software, services, and social-based technologies. The importance of usability and accessibility of technologies is discussed as well as techniques used to identify technologies that do not comply with usability and ergonomic principles.
This course explores the practical application of technology tools that facilitate creating and communicating information in a digital environment. Topics include the creation of basic documents, presentations, videos and web pages. This course also covers social networks, digital research, online collaboration, communication etiquette, online privacy and security.
This course provides an introduction to problem solving and computer programming using the language Python. Students will analyze problems, design and implement solutions and assess the results. Topics include fundamental programming constructs such as variables, expressions, functions, control structures and lists. Emphasis is placed on numerical and data analysis for informed decision making. Prerequisite: None
The major focus of this course will be the relational, dimensional and NoSQL models. Topics include relational and dimensional modeling, business intelligence, NoSQL databases and their application, SQL, application development using databases and emerging trends. Students will prepare a small application using a commercial database management system.
The major focus of this course will be the fundamental concepts of Information Systems with a brief introduction to industry trends. Students will be introduced to software engineering, databases, business intelligence, networks, security, e-commerce and emerging trends such as Cloud Computing, Big Data and Blockchain.
Become endorsed to teach English language learners in grades Pre-K-12. If you wish to complete a supplemental endorsement in ESL, you must complete or have completed one other field or subject endorsement.
This course introduces the historical, political, and social issues that have contributed to public policy regarding services for language minority students. Historical trends and legal issues specifically related to bilingual education in the United States will be discussed. A comprehensive focus will be placed on the theoretical foundations of English as a second language, both linguistic as well as non-linguistic.
This course is designed to introduce you to the terminology and concepts of modern linguistics, helping the student to develop insight into the linguistics phenomena of one’s native language and beyond. Sound systems of languages (phonetics, phonology, and phonemics), word formation (morphology), sentence formation (syntax), and language meaning (semantics) are introduced. A history of the English language is included. The course is intended to develop a curiosity and enthusiasm for language and language writing.
This course examines the assessment of English Language Learners in the ESL/bilingual classroom and in regular content classrooms. Special attention is given to authentic assessment techniques and strategies and the role of assessment alternatives to standardized testing and other paper-and-pencil, multiple-choice tests. Assessment designs are examined for use as an integral part of instruction. The main goal of the course is to provide teachers, particularly within K-12 settings, theoretical and practical information about assessment.
A survey of methods and materials of teaching English as a Second Language in reading, writing, and oral language. Additional topics to be covered include materials, selection, objective writing, materials preparation, test construction and classroom management.
Students will work with ESL students in a school setting for a minimum of 45 clock hours. A seminar class will accompany the field experience requirements. This field experience will culminate in a comprehensive project that will draw from all ESL coursework. Prerequisite: Completion of EDUC 265, 270, 315, and 415.
Many high schools are providing students with experiences in real-life career settings to prepare them for future work goals. With this endorsement you can coordinate, teach, and supervise programs of instruction that develop career and life skills for students in Nebraska in grades 9-12. This endorsement will help you understand and articulate the role and purpose of work-based learning and allow you to coordinate school and work-site learning experiences.
If you wish to complete this supplemental endorsement in Work-Based Learning, you must complete one other field or subject endorsement. The Work-Based Learning endorsement is commonly combined with endorsements in Biology, Chemistry, Science, and Business, Marketing and Informational technology but can be combined with any subject or field endorsement.
This course presents the concepts and strategies of teaching career readiness and career development to secondary education students. The roles and responsibilities of secondary teachers in coordinating and implementing both school-based (academic) and work-based learning strategies will be explored. Emphasis is placed on the techniques used by the teacher-coordinator to organize and supervise cooperative education programs. Three Nebraska frameworks foundational to this course include: 1) the Nebraska Department of Education Career Education Model, 2) Standards for Career Ready Practices, and 3) the Nebraska Workplace Experiences Continuum.
* Work Experience: This endorsement is available only to those who have either (A) 1,000 verified hours of paid work-based experience, or (B) at least 300 hours of supervised work experience under the direction of the college or university recommending the endorsement.
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