Faculty of Education

Courses Description

EDUC 131  Psychological Foundations of Teaching and Learning (Cr. 3)
This course is a general introductory survey, presenting fundamental concepts in psychology with emphasis on mental functions and personality. It also deals with essentials in developmental theories.

EDUC 151  Psychology of Learning (Cr. 3)
This is a fundamental course in the early childhood education programs at Bethlehem University. It discusses the theoretical background of the learning process in terms of its psychological components.  Focus is placed upon the different theories of learning and their application to the students’ own learning process.

EDUC 152  Drama for Teachers of Young Children (Cr. 3)
This is a fundamental course in the early childhood education programs at Bethlehem University. It attempts to develop the students' perceptions of themselves as teachers of young children. The course consists of a series of drama exercises for the teachers of young children so as to enhance creative self-expression and to develop an understanding of the children’s environment.
Prerequisite EDUC 151
 
EDUC 153  Palestinian Family  (Cr. 3)
This course discusses the family as a social institution and a connection between a person and social ambiance to which he is related.  Emphasis is placed on the importance of socialization, politicization and enculturation within the context of the Palestinian family and society.

EDUC 161  Development and Growth of Young Children (Cr. 3)
This course discusses the growth and development characteristics of the early childhood stage in the context of the overall human development. It is based on the various theories of child development.
Prerequisite EDUC 151

EDUC 162  Introduction to Early Childhood Education (Cr. 3)
This is one of the central courses in the early childhood programs.  It contributes to the development of the student’s vision of the educational philosophy which is adopted by the early childhood programs at Bethlehem University. This course presents basic and common principles of Early Childhood Education Care and Development and the Convention of the Rights of the Child and the possibility of its implementation in the local society.

EDUC 163  Creativity and Play (Cr. 3)
This course illustrates the importance of play in enhancing the child’s self- concept and in promoting his/her latent ability to learn.  It discusses the role of play in developing: the sensory motor skills, expressive language, cognitive and intellectual skills, social skills, imagination and creativity.
Prerequisite EDUC 151

EDUC 200  Foundations of Education  (Cr. 3)
This course introduces students to the concept, principles and historical development of education. It also covers the development of education through the ages and a group of educational philosophies, and a study of significant modern and old educational philosophies.

EDUC 201  Developmental Psychology (Cr. 3)
This course introduces fundamental concepts in psychology and developmental psychology with greater emphasis on mental functions and personality, developmental stages and theories.  Focus is placed on their implications in relation to educational process.

EDUC 202  Educational Psychology (Cr. 3)
The course includes the application of the behaviorist, gestalt, and humanist theories of the cognitive and affective factors in the teaching-learning process and their applications to classroom management, active learning, motivation, creativity, and discipline.
Prerequisite EDUC 131  (SAT Students)

EDUC 205  Measurement and Evaluation in Education (Cr. 3)
The course studies the theory of testing and measurement in the school. Emphasis is given to construction, administration, evaluation, and interpretation of teacher-made tests. Study is made of the techniques for measuring intelligence and achievement.
Prerequisite EDUC 202

EDUC 212 Initial School Experience (Cr. 1)
This course offers students the opportunity to understand school environment, regulations, curricula and extra-curricula activities.  Students learn the role and duties of school principals, teachers and various school committees, the relationship between school and its local community. Students learn teaching ethics, the educational context of the school, how decisions are made.  This course helps students test their aptitudes, readiness and desire to be a teacher.

EDUC 213A  Arabic Instructional Materials  (Cr. 3)
This course deals with practical experiences in locating, adapting, and constructing inexpensive materials for classroom use to increase the skills and comprehension and retention of cognitive information. Attention is given to the efficient and effective use of audiovisual materials.

EDUC 213E  English  Instructional Materials  (Cr. 3)
This course deals with practical experiences in locating, adapting, and constructing inexpensive materials for classroom use to increase the skills and comprehension and retention of cognitive information. Attention is given to the efficient and effective use of audiovisual materials.

EDUC 213HG  History and Geography  Instructional Materials  (Cr. 3)
This course deals with practical experiences in locating, adapting, and constructing inexpensive materials to use in the classroom to increase the skills and the comprehension and retention of cognitive information. Attention is given to the efficient and effective use of audiovisual materials.

EDUC 213CR Christian Religion Instructional Materials (Cr. 3)
This course deals with practical experiences in locating, adapting, and constructing inexpensive materials for classroom use to increase the skills and comprehension and retention of cognitive information. Attention is given to the efficient and effective use of audiovisual materials.

EDUC 213MT  Mathematics Instructional Materials (Cr. 3)
The course studies various procedures used in designing, producing and evaluating materials used in Math instruction.  It includes the production of locally made instructional materials used in teaching Math.

EDUC 213SC  Science Instructional Materials (Cr. 3)
The course studies various procedures used in designing, producing and evaluating materials used in Science instruction. It includes the production of locally made instructional materials used in teaching Science.

EDUC 250  Learning Theories (Cr. 3)
This course introduces students of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy to the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective aspects of human learning.  Focus is placed upon the various theories of learning and their application to both the student's own learning processes, and also to enable patients and relatives to learn in a therapeutic situation.

EDUC 251  Thought and Language Acquisition (Cr. 3)
This course discusses the nature of the relation between language and thought in early childhood.  It gives students practical experiences contributing to the discovery of developing factors of language as a thinking tool which effects and is affected by thought. It also develops the students’ understanding for the basic role of the child’s language environment and its effect on his/her perceptions, thinking abilities and skills in addition to academic readiness.
Prerequisite EDUC 151, EDUC 161

EDUC 252  Music in Early Childhood Education (Cr. 3)
This course provides students with various musical experiences in developing their musical appreciation, understanding basic principles of movement, auditory skills and listening, folklore movement and creating stories with music and movement.

EDUC 259  Practicum Orientation (Cr. 1)
This course is considered the introduction to the field training and fundamental towards the theoretical and practical framework.  It prepares students for the practicum program in schools.  It is presented in sequence and interdependence  within a number of group meetings which aims to prepare the practicum students before heading to schools. Also, within this part a discussion is being raised to highlight the objectives of the practicum training, its levels, elements, the role of the trainee students, the university supervisor, the  school administration and teachers in this process, as well as providing the students with general guidelines and information related to the practicum training.

EDUC 260  Research in Early Childhood Education (Cr. 3)
This course develops the student’s ability to use organized scientific methods of research in the field of Early Childhood Education as well as solving problems they face inside and outside the school.  Various methods of collecting valid, reliable and objective data are explored.  Data analysis and interpretation are discussed in view of communicating relevant information to parents and administration as well as using it for the maximal benefit of the child.

EDUC 263  Storytelling (Cr. 3)
Storytelling is a fundamental, experiential course in the development of the speaking voice of teachers of young children.  Students study the physiology of the voice and breathing mechanism while simultaneously experimenting with their own vocal development.  The process includes experiences in oral interpretation (individual, group and platform), storytelling (literary, cultural and imaginary), and creative dramatics.
Prerequisite EDUC 152, EDUC 163

EDUC 267  Practicum in the Pre-School I  (Cr. 1)
This course develops observation skills of students through their presence in the classroom. It gives them an opportunity to live and notice the educational environment of the pre-school and the first grade. The observation includes out-door and in-door physical space, educational materials, number of children in comparison to adults, schedule, curriculum and teaching learning practices.   

EDUC 269  Practicum in Grades 1-4  I  (Cr. 1)
This course develops observation skills of students through their presence in the classroom. It gives them an opportunity to live and notice the educational environment of the preparatory class (Tamhidi), first and second grades. The observation includes out-door and in-door physical space, educational materials, number of children in comparison to adults, schedule, curriculum and teaching learning practices. 

EDUC 301  Counseling  (Cr. 2)
This course aims to introduce students of Occupational and Physiotherapy to general counseling principles and gives an overview of the different counseling techniques.  Emphasis is placed upon the development of appropriate counseling skills for therapists.

EDUC 302  General Methods Grades 5-10 (Cr. 3)
This course includes the study of the school curriculum grades 5-10 in the students’ major field of study. Students develop educational goals and objectives, establish long-range and daily plans, prepare and practice various presentation skills and develop materials and aids to enhance the learning process.
Prerequisite EDUC 213

EDUC 305  Guidance and Counseling (Cr. 3)
This is a practical course for students with a strong interest in psychology and education. It acquaints students with fundamentals of modern guidance programs and general counseling principles and techniques. Students develop psychological foundations for the counseling setting on the West Bank.
Prerequisite EDUC 202

EDUC 313  Computer and Statistics (Cr. 3)
This course introduces descriptive and inferential statistics, different statistical techniques and how to use them in the students/teachers' related fields and work.  The course also includes an introduction to the computer and how to use it in statistical work.
Prerequisite EDUC 205

EDUC 314 School Curriculum (Cr. 3)
This course qualifies prospective student teachers through acquainting them with the characteristics of the subject curriculum and analyzing it.  It also trains them how to identify and formulate instructional objectives in all their cognitive, affective and psycho-motor domains.  Moreover, the course helps them prepare daily, term and annual plans.

EDUC 315 Special Methods of Teaching I (Math) (Cr.3)
This course deals with basics and principles of teaching and  skills that are consistent with the nature of the specialization and modern teaching approaches.  This includes surveying teaching methods and various  skills, analyzing the content, deriving objectives and specifying the appropriate activities.

EDUC 316 Special Methods of Teaching II (Math) (Cr.3)
This course develops skills in lesson planning and application of various instructional methods, skills and technology in the subject through the use of inductive and deductive approaches and problem solving in teaching facts, curricula, principles and self-learning.  The course also includes a practicum to develop teaching skills.

EDUC 317 Special Methods of Teaching I (Science) (Cr.3)
This course deals with the basics and principles of teaching and skills that are consistent with the nature of the specialization and the modern teaching approaches.  This includes surveying teaching methods and various skills, analyzing content, deriving objectives and specifying appropriate activities.

EDUC 318 Special Methods of Teaching II (Science) (Cr.3)
This course develops skills in lesson planning and application of various instructional methods, skills and technology in the subject through the use of inductive and deductive approaches and problem solving in teaching facts, curricula, principles and self-learning.  The course also includes a practicum to develop the teaching skills.

EDUC 319 Special Methods of Teaching I (Arabic) (Cr.3)
This course deals with basics and principles of teaching and skills that are consistent with the nature of the specialization and the modern teaching approaches.  This includes surveying teaching methods and various skills, analyzing content, deriving objectives and specifying appropriate activities.

EDUC 320 Special Methods of Teaching II (Arabic) (Cr.3)
This course develops skills in lesson planning and application of various instructional methods, skills and technology in the subject through the use of inductive and deductive approaches and problem solving in teaching facts, curricula, principles and self-learning.  The course also includes a practicum to develop the teaching skills.

EDUC 321 Special Methods of Teaching I (English) (Cr.3)
This course deals with basics and principles of teaching and skills that are consistent with the nature of the specialization and modern teaching approaches.  This includes surveying teaching methods and various skills, analyzing content, deriving objectives and specifying appropriate activities.

EDUC 322 Special Methods of Teaching II (English) (Cr.3)
This course develops skills in lesson planning and application of various instructional methods, skills and technology in the subject through the use of inductive and deductive approaches and problem solving in teaching facts, curricula, principles and self-learning.  The course also includes a practicum to develop teaching skills.

EDUC 323 Special Methods of Teaching I (Civics) (Cr.3)
This course deals with basics and principles of teaching and skills that are consistent with the nature of the specialization and modern teaching approaches.  This includes surveying teaching methods and various skills, analyzing content, deriving objectives and specifying appropriate activities.

EDUC 324 Special Methods of Teaching II (Civics) (Cr.3)
This course develops skills in lesson planning and application of various instructional methods, skills and technology in the subject through the use of inductive and deductive approaches and problem solving in teaching facts, curricula, principles and self-learning.  The course also includes a practicum to develop the teaching skills.

EDUC 325 Teaching Language Arts (Cr. 3)
This course studies the nature of language and the psycho- and socio- linguistic aspects of language acquisition.  Emphasis is placed on teaching language arts skills (listening, reading, writing, spelling,  speaking) and children's literature. Alternative methods of teaching language arts are presented and discussed in the light of existing primary grade curricula.
Prerequisite: ARAB 310, EDUC 251

EDUC 326 Research Methods in Education I (Cr. 3)
This course acquaints students with the significance of educational research with respect to their role as an educator. It also enables students to acquire skills of planning and conducting educational research, to design and use tools of research, and to analyze and interpret the results.

EDUC 327 Research Methods in Education II (Cr. 1)
This course is a continuation of EDUC 326. It emphasizes data analysis, interpretation of results and conclusions.
Prerequisite EDUC 326

EDUC 328 Special Methods of Teaching I (Christian Religion) (Cr.3)
This course deals with basics and principles of teaching and skills that are consistent with the nature of the specialization and modern teaching approaches. This includes surveying teaching methods and various skills, analyzing content, deriving objectives and specifying appropriate activities.

EDUC 329 Special Methods of Teaching II (Christian Religion) (Cr.3)
This course develops skills in lesson planning and application of various instructional methods, skills and technology in the subject through the use of inductive and deductive approaches and problem solving in teaching facts, curricula, principles and self-learning.  The course also includes a practicum to develop the teaching skills.

EDUC 337 Classroom Observation (Cr. 1)
In this course students observe classes in their major in grades 5 – 10, to experience the classroom environment, teaching methods, educational activities, education methods and  teaching aids.  This course acquaints students with the roles of the teachers and pupils and the nature of the relationship between them.
Prerequisite EDUC 212

EDUC 338 Participating in Teaching (Cr. 2)
In this course, students  plan, implement, evaluate and follow-up teaching/ learning sessions in their major for grades 5–10 under the full supervision, guidance, follow-up and presence of cooperative school teachers to learn from their advice and consultation. Students are expected to attend and participate in school meetings, activities, programs, committees and take on any task assigned from the principal and/or cooperative teacher.
Prerequisite EDUC 337

EDUC 351 Principles of Guiding Young Children (Cr. 3)
This course discusses educational approaches and teachers behavior in Palestinian schools and the outcome of these approaches on children’s personality development.  The emphasis, in this course, is on alternative guidance and educational skills, which preserve the natural development of children.  This course helps educators to understand and to fulfill the needs of children by providing healthy educational settings in schools and to realize the effect of their behavior on the children’s mental health.

EDUC 352 Arts and Crafts in Early Childhood Education (Cr. 3)
This course discusses the importance of arts and crafts in the development of the young child.  The arts and crafts curriculum in the pre-school and the first four grades, extra-curriculum activities, as well as activities appropriate for youth and children’s clubs, are included.

EDUC 353 Teaching Children Physical Education (Cr. 2)
This course provides concepts related to physical education philosophy and its significance to this period.  It also outlines the curriculum used at this stage, methods of designing the annual plan, lesson plans, and evaluation. The course also helps students understand characteristics of children's movement and activities appropriate for this stage.

EDUC 354 Teaching Children Environment & Social Studies (Cr. 2)
This course focuses on social and environment subjects in grades 1 to 4 as integrated and interrelated subjects based on active learning experiences.  Analysis of content of social studies school texts and relevance to the lives of the pupil, planning, conducting, supervising and evaluating teaching sessions and meetings are included.

EDUC 355 Children’s Literature (Cr. 3)
The course introduces the importance of children’s literature in bringing joy to children as well as developing their linguistic abilities both orally and in writing.  Children’s literature also plays a significant role in developing the readers’ cognition and the necessary steps for reading and writing readiness.  The course introduces various kinds of children’s literature and tests their validity in both content and form for pre-school and elementary school children.

EDUC 356 Community Education in Pre-School (Cr. 3)
This course deals with the social science curriculum in the kindergarten.  It discusses the importance of the hidden curriculum in the development of the cultural and social identity of the child.

EDUC 357 Practicum in the Pre-School II (Cr. 1)
This course provides experiences to help students discover their own abilities and skills as teachers of the pre-school stage.  It concentrates on developing classroom interaction between teachers and children as well as children with each other.  In addition, their interaction with children in the non-curricular activities of daily life.

EDUC 359 Practicum for Grades 1-4 II (Cr. 1)
This course provides experiences to help students discover their own abilities and skills as teachers of grades 1-4. It concentrates on developing classroom interaction between teachers and children as well as among children. In addition, their interaction with children in the non-curricular activities of daily life.

EDUC 360 Moral Education in the Pre-School (Cr. 3)
This course deals with moral education and its importance in shaping and creating human character in the pre-school stage.  It discusses stages of moral and spiritual growth which children go through during the early childhood years. In addition, it increases the students' understanding the nature of children as well as planning and implementing activities that develop moral values within the child.

EDUC 361 Testing and Evaluation in Early Childhood Education (Cr. 3)
This course assists students to acquire skills required to prepare and use tests as educational tools in order to promote individualized teaching.  Furthermore, meeting individual needs of learners in view of their personal circumstances and abilities are also acquired.
Prerequisite EDUC 260

EDUC 362 Teaching Children Mathematics and Science (Cr. 3)
This course exposes students to a variety of teaching techniques in math and science. Emphasis is on developing abilities and skills to teach mathematical and scientific concepts by means of hands-on activities in the classroom. Moreover, students are trained how to design math and science activities by using the “Discovery Method”.
Prerequisite  MATH 111, SCIE 111

EDUC 363 Teaching Children a Second Language (Cr. 3)
The course is divided into two parts. In the first part important issues in language, learning and teaching are addressed.  The following questions are raised: What is the nature of the language? How is it acquired? What are the skills and instincts that young children bring to learning a foreign language? What is the teacher’s role in promoting second language development?  The second part of the course is practical.  Aspects of the methodology relevant to teaching children a second language are observed and discussed.  The merits and practicalities of topic-centered and activity-based language teaching are highlighted.
Prerequisite ENGL 120, ENGL 121, ENGL 213, EDUC 325

EDUC 364 Teaching Children Religious Education (Cr. 2)
This course deals with moral and religious education and its importance in shaping and creating human character in the early stages. It discusses various theories of moral and spiritual growth which children experience.  It also presents various methods and styles in teaching religious education in the first four years of schooling which concentrate on the child as the active agent in the learning process.

EDUC 365 Pre-School Administration (Cr. 2)
This course focuses on educational administration skills in kindergartens. It includes concepts and processes of leadership as supports of learning experiences.  It also includes the leadership role in enhancing and developing activities as well as cooperation of children, parents, and the local community with kindergartens.

EDUC 366 Movement Education in the Pre-School (Cr. 3)
This course introduces the concept of movement education and its significance in the development of children’s character. It focuses on children at the 3-5 year stage and on the significance and variety of movement activities as well as teaching methods that are suitable for children at this stage.
Prerequisite  PSED 101

EDUC 367 Practicum in the Pre-School  III  (Cr. 1)
This course provides experiences that help students develop communication skills, verbal and non-verbal.  It concentrates on students’ interaction with children, teachers and other adults who work in kindergartens.

EDUC 368 Science and Math in Pre-School (Cr. 3)
This course equips students with a variety of teaching techniques in math and science. Emphasis is on developing abilities and skills to teach mathematical and scientific concepts through hands-on activities in the kindergarten.  Moreover, students are trained to design math and science activities by using the “Discovery Method.”
Prerequisite  MATH 111, SCIE 111

EDUC 369 Practicum Teach. In Grades 1-4  III (Cr. 1)
This course provides experiences that help students develop communication skills, verbal and non-verbal. It concentrates on students’ interaction with children, teachers and other adult who work in grades 1-4.

EDUC 389 Senior Seminar in Elementary Education (Cr. 1)
This course provides seniors an opportunity to review, organize and integrate material from previous major courses. Seminar participants present papers for open discussion and response of students and faculty members, assisting as coordinators or resource consultants, at seminar sessions. The seminar meets weekly and attendance is required for graduation.

EDUC 409 Special Methods in Grades 5-10 (Cr. 3)
The course helps students develop skills in planning and presenting effective teaching for grades 5-10 in the specialty field, such as Arabic Language, English Language or science and mathematics.  Topics included in this course are:  a model for instruction, individualized instruction, and improving creative and critical thinking skills.
Prerequisite EDUC 302

EDUC 413 Teaching in School (Cr. 2)
Students take the full role and responsibility of the cooperative teacher in their major for grades 5–10. Practicing students are required to present and discuss their teaching plans with the cooperative teacher, listen to his/her comments and advice to improve performance as a teacher.
Prerequisite EDUC 338

EDUC 414 E-learning in Education (Cr. 2)
This course focuses on the status of the computer and internet in the teaching and learning process as a tool and as a source of information.  It focuses as well on the role and areas of using computers and internets in classroom teaching and in various educational activities.
Prerequisite EDUC 313

EDUC 451 Instructional Materials and Equipment in Early Childhood Education (Cr. 3)
This course is an advanced course where students implement active learning principles in producing and evaluating a wide range of educational materials.  Students are encouraged to explore various types of equipment and materials that promote the learner's creative and critical thinking.
Prerequisite  EDUC 163

EDUC 452 Working with Parents (Cr. 3)
This course discusses the importance of the positive and strong relationship between the different partners who are working with the child such as: the home, the school, cultural center etc...  It introduces the various ways and methods used to strengthen the partnership between them which is needed to improve and develop the early childhood sector.
Prerequisite  EDUC 153

EDUC 453  Integrated Curriculum (Cr. 2)
This course emphasizes the concept of the “Comprehensive Teacher.”  Based on the analysis of the prescribed curricula students are encouraged to plan cross-subject themes in grades 1-4.  This enables the teacher to comprehensively teach all subjects to a particular class or grade level.
Prerequisite EDUC 325, EDUC 353, EDUC 354, EDUC 362, EDUC 363, EDUC 364

EDUC 454  The Pre-School Curriculum (Cr.  3)
This course deals with the curriculum in the pre-school stage as a general framework based on needs and characteristics of children at this stage.  It concentrates on principles of the planning process focusing on children as a center of the learning process. It provides students with various experiences related to types, aspects and components of the planning process whether activities, experiences, materials and equipment used in the continuous evaluation of children to achieve individualization.
Prerequisite  EDUC 354, EDUC 355, EDUC 356, EDUC 360

EDUC 457  Practicum in the Pre-School  IV (Cr. 1)
The course provides students with various experiences in planning and implementing activities with pre-school children concerning various topics such as:  arts and crafts, children’s literature, music and movement.  Students also work on their graduation seminar proposal.

EDUC 461 Children with Special Needs (Cr. 3)
This course provides students with a foundation of knowledge about children with special educational needs. This applies to the talented, the slow learner, and those who deviate from the so-called normal because of physical or sensory impairment, degree of mental endowment, or problems of emotional adjustment. Teachers need to be able to recognize these needs, and to be aware of what can be done in ordinary schools to enhance the development of children’s potentials within their individualities and differences.
Prerequisite EDUC 351, EDUC 361, EDUC 451

EDUC 462  Computer in Early Childhood Education (Cr. 2)
This course is divided into three main sections.  The first is computer literacy, where basics of information technology, with emphasis on using computers, are covered. The second is basics of computer-based education, starting from curriculum design to computer education requirements, assessing the needs of teaching software and the quality and characteristics of such programs. The third part is a practical and research component where the students apply skills learned in the first two parts to a case study.

EDUC 465 Independent Teaching I (Cr.2)
In this course students will practice their independency role as school teacher in planning, preparation, implementation, follow-up and evaluation for the different syllabus topics especially in the topics that have been examined in the classroom program.  In addition, planning is being conducted according to the holistic integrated approach depending on active learning and research methods in the teaching and learning process.

EDUC 467  Practicum in the Pre-School V (Cr. 1)
This course provides students with an opportunity to take the complete role of the teacher in the kindergarten. Students plan a weekly program based on the integrated curriculum course, with co-ordination of the classroom teacher and the practicum supervisor. This program includes educational objectives, various activities, educational games and materials, and evaluation tools.  they implement the program with the children and evaluate it with the teacher and the practicum supervisor.

EDUC 468 Independent Teaching II (Cr.3)
In this course the teacher student will be asked to be fully responsible towards working with the primary level students whether in or outside the class.  Also, they will be asked to work as groups with other students (peers), school mentor teacher, supervisor, school administration, local community especially pupils’ families.
In this training level, it is expected from students to implement all that have been learned in the program and in the classroom environment and the local community.

EDAR 251  Teaching Classical Arabic Literature  (Cr. 3)
This course involves the study of outstanding aspects of the Jahilite age (diction, poetry, writing) in the context of the social structure of Jahilite society.  It also deals with Islamic literature represented in the early period of the Umayyad period.  Texts from the Qur’an, Hadith and poetry are included.
Prerequisite ARAB 120, ARAB 121

EDAR 351  Applied Linguistics (Cr. 3)
This course emphasizes phonetics, Arabic sounds, morphology, structure, the Arabic word, stems, phonology, semantics and transformational generative grammar as it applies to the language arts curriculum in the grades 5-10.
Prerequisite EDAR 251

EDAR 352  Language Skills (Cr. 3)
This course is designed to enhance the students' writing ability using various techniques of paragraph development and expository writing at the essay level.
Prerequisite EDAR 351

EDAR 361  Methods of Teaching Reading and Oral Skills (Cr. 3)
This course introduces the subject area teacher to the methodology of teaching reading skills, formulation of behavioral objectives and the basis of oral and spoken reading of poems.
Prerequisite EDAR 351

EDAR 362  Methods of Teaching Grammar (Cr. 3)
In this course, students learn methods of teaching Arab grammar skills from the fifth to the tenth grade.  Major problems in teaching grammar, formulating teaching objectives, and class applications are addressed.
Prerequisite EDAR 352, EDAR 361

EDAR 451  Methods of Teaching Writing  (Cr. 3)
This course introduces the methodology in teaching writing skills within the following main areas:
•    Types of Arab Calligraphy and the formulation of its objectives and pedagogy.
•    Dictation types and the behavioral objectives for teaching them. The obstacles and issues related to teaching this vital area are also addressed.
•    Writing skills include:  problems, the formulation of objectives, the sources of improvement and the ways of teaching.
Prerequisite EDAR 352, EDAR 361

EDAR 452  Testing (Cr. 2)
This course guides students in procedures for planning, writing, administering and analyzing classroom language tests.  Testing of specific skills is addressed:  reading, listening, writing, speaking, grammar and vocabulary.  Emphasis is not only on understanding principles of language testing but also on how these principles are applied in practice.
Prerequisite EDAR 352, EDAR 361

EDAR 461  Teaching Literary Criticism (Cr. 3)
Students, in this course, are exposed to the nature of literary criticism and the nature of critical work of Arabic literature in its various periods.  Emphasis is based on literary texts drawn from the curriculum of grades 5-10.
Prerequisite EDAR 362, EDAR 451, EDAR 452

EDEN 261  English Literature (Cr. 3)
This is a survey course of the most significant works and authors of English literature beginning from Shakespeare till the present. It examines these works within their cultural contexts and emphasizes the intellectual and literary development from one age to another.  It aims at giving the student a general view of English literature as a whole.
Prerequisite ENGL 203, ENGL 204, ENGL 214

EDEN 361  Teaching Listening and Speaking (Cr. 3)
This course introduces students to the latest methods and techniques used in teaching listening and speaking skills and sub-skills.  Students are offered the opportunity to analyze, evaluate and design listening and speaking activities and tasks for the English class at the grade school level.
Prerequisite EDEN 261

EDEN 451  Topics in Professional Self-Development (Cr. 3)
This course offers students the opportunity to utilize reflection, self-inquiry and self-evaluation as a way of professional development. It adopts an action-research component to teacher education. The following topics are covered:  lesson planning, classroom management, approaches to classroom investigation in testing, classroom talk (teacher questions, error correction, giving feedback, instructions), and materials evaluation and adaptation.  Students engage in action-research oriented tasks and activities that help them acquire some basic professional skills that a reflective, self-directed teacher should possess.
Prerequisite EDEN 361

EDEN 452  Teaching Reading, Writing and Grammar (Cr. 3)
This course introduces students to the latest methods and techniques used in teaching reading and writing skills and sub-skills as well as grammar.  Reading and writing are approached as creative processes that involve interaction between reader and text and writer and audience.  They are also introduced to a variety of techniques and resources they are used in teaching grammar in a meaningful context with emphasis on the use of dramatic activities, role-playing, pictures, songs, games and problem-solving and text-based activities.
Prerequisite EDEN 361

EDEN 453  Teaching Literature (Cr. 3)
This course explores the important role that literature plays in the English language classroom. This course aims to instruct students how to approach texts of various literary genres in the grade school classroom.
The course also examines the various difficulties of teaching/learning literature within the English language school syllabus and proposes ways for overcoming these difficulties.
Prerequisite EDEN 361

EDEN 461  Testing (Cr. 3)
This course guides students in procedures for planning, writing, administering and analyzing classroom language tests. Testing of specific skills is addressed:  reading, listening, writing, speaking, grammar and vocabulary.  Emphasis of the course is not only on understanding the principles of language testing but also on how these principles are applied in practice.
Prerequisite EDEN 451, EDEN 452, EDEN 453

EDGH 222  Teaching and Reading Maps (Cr.3)
This course defines maps and their basic characteristics, the study and teaching of kinds of maps, basic elements in a map or map projections, scales and helping elements such as color and contour lines, reading and analyzing detailed topographic and geological tourist maps, aerial photos, satellite photos and their use in geographical aspects.   Making maps by computer and studying the Geographic Information System (GIS) are included.
Prerequisite GEOG 211

EDGH 312  Critique of the Geographical Text  (Cr. 1)
This course promotes students critical analysis and thinking in the literature of geography.  It develops their ability to analyze facts and realities as well as reading them objectively.  The historical and geographical narration, especially in our region, was subject to modification, falsification, and denial of the facts in order to serve the interest of the colonial powers.  A critical study of the texts enables students to identify the reality and to criticize the forged version.
Prerequisite GEOG 311, EDGH 222

EDGH 415 Teaching Oral History (Cr. 3)
This course involves both theoretical and field studies.  Students are introduced to oral history methods and literature on the subject.  This is followed by step by step instructions on how to make interviews, collect data and teach oral history in grade schools.
Prerequisite EDGH 312

EDGH 422 Field Trips   (Cr. 2)
In this course, offered during the spring semester, senior students take six trips to geographical, historical, archeological sites as well as ancient settlements in Palestine. Students have the opportunity to visually observe what they have studied throughout the years.  They are accompanied by specialists who prepare them for guiding their schools in the future.
Prerequisite EDGH 312

EDMA 100 Pre-Calculus (Algebra and Trigonometry) (Cr. 4)
Mathematical reasoning and Problem Solving strategies, functions with emphasis on polynomials, rational, absolute value and trigonometric functions. Solving quadratic equations, inequalities, and absolute value. Translation and rotation of axis.  Right triangle trigonometry and applications. Mathematics of finance.

EDMA 239 Geometry for Teachers (Cr. 3)
Inductive and deductive study of Euclidean geometry; includes transformations, tessellations, polyhedra, classical theorems, introduction to non-Euclidean Geometry. Review of the middle school Geometry and its teaching strategies.
Prerequisite EDMA 100

EDMA 241 Calculus III and Complex Variables (Cr. 4)
Vectors and the Geometry of Space, vector functions, functions of several variables, partial derivatives, double integrals, basic properties of complex numbers, geometric representation of complex numbers and operations on the complex numbers, Euler’s formula, De Moivre’s Theorem, finding roots of complex numbers and the fundamental theorem of algebra.
Prerequisite EDMA 100

EDMA 333 Statistics for teachers  (Cr. 3)
Introduction to Sampling Theory, the student t and F distributions, estimation theory, testing hypothesis for means, proportions, variance and some regression. Applications using a software package will be heavily stressed.
Prerequisite EDMA 239, EDMA 241

EDMA 334 Real Analysis for Teachers  (Cr. 3)
Careful examination of the theory of calculus through the study of the real line. Rigorous development of the concepts and methods of calculus ,the real number system and its topology, theory of limits, continuity, differentiability, Riemann integrals, infinite series .                       
Prerequisite EDMA 239

EDMA 431 Algebra for Teachers (Cr. 3)
Introduction to Algebraic Structures: basic concepts of groups, rings of polynomials, rings of matrices and fields.
Prerequisite EDMA 333, EDMA 334

PSED 101  Physical Education  (Cr. 1)
This course provides opportunities for creative expression and efficient large muscle body movements through team sports and physical fitness equipment.  The theory emphasizes physical fitness concepts and sports injuries.

PSED 103  Lawn Tennis  (Cr. 1)
This course includes a study of the history, development, and rules of tennis.  It offers participants the opportunity to practice basic skills of tennis as well as to experience, under guidance, the concept of team play. This course develops personal physical fitness and provides enjoyable recreation time.

PSED 110 Sports and Health (Cr. 3)
This course deals with the development of sports and its role in the prevention from diseases of modern age.  It focuses on the ways for weight control, upgrading of physical fitness and practicing the sports activities available on campus.  It is a 3 credit course, 2 fifty minutes of theory and two fifty minutes of practice.  The theoretical part is offered for both male and female together, but the practical part is separated

CMSR 101 Community Service (Cr. 1)
This course requires students to spend 60 hours in community service activities that aid the needy and marginalized members of the local Palestinian society. Through this program, students learn about community development needs and various programs designed to meet those needs.  Service work is done on an individual or small group basis under faculty supervision.   In addition, the course raises the awareness of students towards voluntary work. Grading for this course is on a pass/fail basis.

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Email: dc@bethlehem.edu
Phone: +1-202-526-6097
Fax: +1-202-526-6096
Washington, DC USA
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Phone: +972-2-274-1241
Fax: +972-2-274-4440
Bethlehem, Palestine

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