Certificate M.Ed. Teaching Endorsements
Teaching EndorsementsFeatured Courses
As a student in the teaching endorsements at Concordia Nebraska, you’ll have the opportunity to take specialized courses related to various aspects of the teaching endorsements profession. These classes, designed to equip you for leadership and service in various teaching endorsements careers, are taught by some of our esteemed faculty who have extensive experience in their fields.
EDUC 574
Early Childhood Program Organization and Management 3 credits
This course focuses on organizing, planning, managing, and evaluating programs for young children. Childcare and preprimary programs are examined in light of current developmentally appropriate practice. Candidates will be introduced to the portfolio requirements for the program. (Also listed as EDUC 452)
PSY 511
Psychological Foundations of Teaching and Learning 3 credits
A study of selected theories of learning and their implications for the classroom setting. Applications of psychological principles and research to instructional situations with an emphasis on those that involve a Christian setting.
EDUC 525
ESL/ELL Curriculum and Assessment 3 credits
The purpose of this course is to introduce candidates to second language curriculum selection, evaluation, and development as well as assessment and evaluation of second language learners.
EDUC 623
Linguistics for Educators 3 credits
This course provides a rigorous overview of the elements of English linguistic study and its application to English language learning and teaching. The course examines grammars and theories of English, language diversity and change, language acquisition, and philosophy and application of language study and teaching.
EDUC 670
Technology in Assessment and Instructional Improvement 3 credits
This course is designed to provide educators with an overview of the uses of technology to improve instruction and assessment. Candidates will chose a current technology used in a specific learning environment and analyze and evaluate its effectiveness within instruction and assessment including practical classroom use and staff development for the particular technology. Candidates will then research and make recommendations on how the particular technology could be integrated most effectively to increase teacher understanding, enhance student learning and contribute to school improvement.
EDUC 625
Serving and Leading in Community and World 3 credits
This course provides an in-depth examination of vocation, professional and organizational development and the ways educators, building on their personal beliefs and values, enact authentic service and leadership in a variety of contexts. Using the framework of evangelical Lutheran Christianity, participants explore, analyze and clarify, and apply vocation to their community and to the world.
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Teaching EndorsementsSample Schedule of Courses
The following sample course of study is an example of the sequence of courses you might take in order to receive your degree. Please plan to discuss your actual course of study with your advisor, who can help you stay on track to meet your academic and professional goals.
Early Childhood Education Endorsement
EDUC 574
Early Childhood Program Organization and Management 3 cr.
EDUC 578
Infants and Toddlers: Development, Methods, Curriculum & Assessment (Birth-3) 3 cr.
EDUC 565
The Young Child: Language and Literacy Development 3 cr.
EDUC 580
Pre-Primary Education: Development, Methods, Curriculum & Assessment (Ages 3 through 5) 3 cr.
EDUC 650
Family and Culture 3 cr.
EDUC 583
Primary Education: Development, Methods, Curriculum & Assessment (Ages six through eight) 3 cr.
EDUC 680
Field Experience/Internship ECE: Ages 3-5 0 cr.
EDUC 681
Field Experience/Internship ECE: Kindergarten 0 cr.
18 Total Credits
Early Childhood Special Education Endorsement
EDUC 578
Infants and Toddlers: Development, Methods, Curriculum & Assessment (Birth-3) 3 cr.
EDUC 580
Pre-Primary Education: Development, Methods, Curriculum & Assessment (Ages 3 through 5) 3 cr.
EDUC 501
Contemporary Thought in Education 3 cr.
EDUC 650
Family and Culture 3 cr.
EDUC 602
History and Context of Early Childhood Special Education 3 cr.
EDUC 655
Inclusive Practices, Family Partnerships, and Differentiation in Early Childhood Education 3 cr.
EDUC 657
Teaching Students with Autism and Severe/Profound Disabilities 3 cr.
PSY 511
Psychological Foundations of Teaching and Learning 3 cr.
EDUC 692
Observing and Assessing the Young Child with Disabilities 3 cr.
EDUC 576
Behavior Management in Inclusive Settings 3 cr.
EDUC 678
Field Experience/Internship ECE: Birth to 3 0 cr.
EDUC 680
Field Experience/Internship ECE: Ages 3-5 0 cr.
EDUC 683
Field Experience ECE: 1st – 3rd Grade 0 cr.
30 Total Credits
ESL Endorsement
EDUC 524
ESL/ELL Instruction 3 cr.
EDUC 525
ESL/ELL Curriculum and Assessment 3 cr.
EDUC 526
Language and Culture 3 cr.
EDUC 623
Linguistics for Educators 3 cr.
EDUC 527
ESL/TESOL Capstone 3 cr.
15 Total Credits
Instructional Technology Leadership Endorsement
EDUC 531
Differentiation of Instruction to Improve Student Achievement 3 cr.
EDUC 506
Integrating Technology into the Classroom 3 cr.
EDUC 672
Best Practice in Integrating Technology into Curriculum and Instructional Design 3 cr.
EDUC 670
Technology in Assessment and Instructional Improvement 3 cr.
EDUC 671
Using Technology to Build Effective Online Learning Communities 3 cr.
15 Total Credits
Special Education Endorsement
EDUC 593
Basic Foundations of Special Education and Inclusive Practices 3 cr.
EDUC 558
Current Issues and Legal Aspects of Special Education and Inclusion 3 cr.
EDUC 501
Contemporary Thought in Education 3 cr.
EDUC 539
Instructional Methods for Students with Diverse Needs in Inclusive Settings 3 cr.
EDUC 576
Behavior Management in Inclusive Settings 3 cr.
EDUC 594
Research Evaluation and Design 3 cr.
EDUC 559
Instructional Methods for Students with Learning Disabilities and Other Struggling Learners in Inclusive Settings 3 cr.
EDUC 591
Instructional Methods for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and Other Low Incidence Disabilities in Inclusive Settings 3 cr.
PSY 511
Psychological Foundations of Teaching and Learning 3 cr.
EDUC 592
Assessment and Evaluation of Diverse Learners 3 cr.
EDUC 660
Outcome-based Instructional Methods in Inclusive Settings 3 cr.
EDUC 625
Serving and Leading in Community and World 3 cr.
EDUC 546
Explicit Instructional Techniques in Reading for Struggling Learners 3 cr.
EDUC 547
Curriculum and Direct Instruction: Math 3 cr.
42 Total Credits
Additional Courses for Special Education Endorsement K-12
EDUC 661
Advanced Behavior Management 3 cr.
EDUC 662
Collaboration and Consultation 3 cr.
EDUC 663
Transition Education and Services—Early Childhood to Adulthood 3 cr.
9 Total Credits
Principal Endorsement K-6 or 7-12
EDUC 581
Introduction to School Administration 3 cr.
EDUC 685
Ethics for School Leadership 3 cr.
EDUC 610
School Resource Management 3 cr.
EDUC 552
Processes in Elementary and Secondary School Administration 3 cr.
EDUC 551
Curriculum Design and Evaluation 3 cr.
EDUC 557
School Law 3 cr.
EDUC 612
School Community Relations 3 cr.
EDUC 620
School Improvement Processes 3 cr.
EDUC 686
Special Education Supervision 3 cr.
EDUC 554
Supervision of Instruction 3 cr.
EDUC 625
Serving and Leading in Community and World 3 cr.
EDUC 537
Portfolio Review 0 cr.
33 Total Credits
Principal Endorsement Dual Certification: Elementary with added Secondary Certification
EDUC 566
Reading in Middle and Secondary Schools 3 cr.
EDUC 622
Teaching Writing in Grades PK-12 3 cr.
EDUC 635
Survey of Contemporary Literature from PK-12 3 cr.
9 Total Credits
Principal Endorsement Dual Certification: Secondary with added Elementary Certification
EDUC 565
The Young Child: Language and Literacy Development 3 cr.
EDUC 622
Teaching Writing in Grades PK-12 3 cr.
EDUC 635
Survey of Contemporary Literature from PK-12 3 cr.
9 Total Credits
Reading Specialist Endorsement
EDUC 566
Reading in Middle and Secondary Schools 3 cr.
EDUC 565
The Young Child: Language and Literacy Development 3 cr.
EDUC 501
Contemporary Thought in Education 3 cr.
EDUC 519
Word Study: Decoding, Comprehension & Fluency 3 cr.
EDUC 622
Teaching Writing in Grades PK-12 3 cr.
EDUC 635
Survey of Contemporary Literature from PK-12 3 cr.
EDUC 520
Literacy Assessment and Intervention 3 cr.
PSY 511
Psychological Foundations of Teaching and Learning 3 cr.
EDUC 630
Preliminary Design and Processes for a Case Study 3 cr.
EDUC 631
Creating a Case Study in Literacy 3 cr.
30 Total Credits
Teaching Endorsements Faculty
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