Teacher Education

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Grounded in Gonzaga University’s Catholic and Jesuit mission, the Teacher Education Department prepares exemplary professional educators by integrating the knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed for teaching and learning in a global, democratic society.

The following bachelor’s degree programs are offered:

B.Ed. in Community, Culture, and Language with an Elementary Teacher Education concentration [CCL ELEM]

B.Ed. in Community, Culture, and Language with a Community Education concentration [CCL Community]

The department also offers accredited Washington State teacher licensure programs for elementary (K–8) and secondary (5–12) certification [Teacher Certification]. These licensure programs are not stand-alone degrees; candidates complete a Gonzaga bachelor’s degree alongside state-required coursework leading to Washington State teacher licensure, which is reciprocal in all 50 states.

Bachelor of Education in Community, Culture, and Language in Education

Bachelor of Education in Community, Culture, and Language in Education (B.Ed. in CCL)

The B.Ed. in CCL prepares future certified elementary teachers and community focused professionals to teach in K–8 schools and to work with educational and community organizations locally and globally. Grounded in Gonzaga University’s Jesuit mission and values, the program develops intercultural competence, critical thinking, and a strong commitment to justice, inclusion, and human dignity through advocacy and practice. Students select a concentration aligned with their professional interests and goals.

B.Ed. in CCL with an Elementary Teacher Education concentration

The Elementary Teacher Education concentration, in combination with teacher certification coursework [Elem Teach Cert] prepares students to become elementary teachers who create inclusive learning environments that affirm students’ identities, cultures, and languages as assets for learning. This distinctive degree and certification program coursework develops a strong foundation in culturally responsive teaching and the knowledge and skills needed to support multilingual learners.

Completion of both the CCL degree and elementary certification program requirements qualifies candidates for Washington State K–8 Teacher Certification and the English Language Learner (ELL) endorsement.

B.Ed. in CCL with a Community Education concentration

The Community Education concentration prepares students to work in global and multicultural contexts where language, culture, and community engagement are central. Designed for students interested in teaching abroad or working with international and nonprofit organizations, the concentration builds cultural awareness and communication skills for engaging diverse communities. Coursework examines the role of language and culture in learning and identity and includes completion of a TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) certificate.

Elementary and Secondary Teacher Certification Programs

Elementary Teacher Certification Program*

The Elementary Teacher Certification Program consists of required coursework, supervised clinical experiences, and a culminating semester‑long student teaching experience. Clinical experiences include field placements in K–5 classrooms, where candidates apply course concepts and practice instructional strategies to support student learning. Successful completion of all certification requirements leads to initial (residency) teacher certification in Washington State, with reciprocity across all 50 states.

*The Elementary Teacher Certification Program is not a stand‑alone degree. Certification must be completed alongside a bachelor’s degree; the preferred degree is the B.Ed. in CCL with an Elementary Teacher concentration.

Secondary Teacher Certification Program*

The Secondary Teacher Certification Program consists of required coursework, supervised clinical experiences, and a culminating semester-long student teaching experience. Candidates select a specific endorsement content area. Endorsement areas offered include Biology, Chemistry, English Language Arts, French, Mathematics, Music, Physics, Social Studies, Spanish, and Theatre Arts.

Clinical experiences include field placements in 6-12 classrooms, where candidates apply course concepts and practice instructional strategies to support student learning. Successful completion of all certification requirements leads to initial (residency) teacher certification in Washington State, with reciprocity across all 50 states.

*The Secondary Teacher Certification Program is not a stand‑alone degree. Certification must be completed alongside a bachelor’s degree, typically with a major in the endorsement content area.

Additional Washington state endorsements

The department offers Washington State English Language Learner (ELL) and Reading endorsements. These P–12 endorsements are not stand‑alone credentials and must be earned in conjunction with an elementary or secondary teacher certification. Both require designated coursework and successful completion of the appropriate WEST‑E or NES assessment.

The ELL endorsement [link to ELL endorsement section in document] focuses on second‑language acquisition, sheltered instruction, and culturally responsive pedagogy for multilingual learners. The Reading endorsement [link to Reading endorsement section later in document] emphasizes literacy instruction, assessment, and intervention.

Important Note: Teacher certification and endorsement requirements in Washington State may change as a result of legislative or policy actions. While students are responsible for remaining current, they should maintain regular communication with their School of Education advisor and the Director of Certification for guidance in academic planning.

Admission to Teacher Certification Program Requirements:

The following criteria are the admission requirements for the teacher certification program:

10 credits of education coursework successfully completed (EDTE 101, EDSE 150, and EDTE 221E, including one field experience, EDTE 221L).
Cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher across GU courses.
B- or better in all EDTE, EDSE, and MTSL courses.
Candidate has taken the basic skill assessment in each of the following categories: Reading, Writing, and Math in either the WEST B, SAT, ACT or test.
Current Washington State Pre-Residency Clearance.
Current FBI/Washington State Patrol Fingerprint Clearance on file.
No unresolved documented dispositional concerns.

Admission to Student Teaching Requirements:

All certification and endorsement course work must be completed prior to student teaching.
Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher in all GU courses.
B- or better in all EDTE, EDSE, and MTSL courses.
Has taken the basic skill assessment in each category: Reading, Writing, and Math with minimum scores in either the WEST B, SAT, ACT
Current Washington State Pre-residency clearance.
Current FBI/Washington State Patrol Fingerprint Clearance on file.
No unresolved and/or ongoing documented dispositional concerns.
WEST E or NES taken prior to Student Teaching. Meeting the state's established minimum score on the WEST E or NES endorsement test is required for certification.
Candidate must apply for student teaching the year prior.

B.Ed. in Community, Culture & Language

Program Requirements

Course List
Code	Title	Hours
Lower Division
EDTE 101	Social and Cultural Foundations of Education	3
EDTE 200	Language, Society, and Power	3
EDTE 204	Community Languages and Language Acquisition	3
EDTE 206	Community and Place-Based Education	3
Upper Division
EDTE 321	Social-Emotional Learning in the Classroom and Community	3
EDTE 432	CIS: (Policy and Advocacy)	3
MTSL 304	Immigrant & Refugee Perspect	3
Total Hours		21

Choose one of the following two concentrations:

Community Education Concentration

Course List
Code	Title	Hours
Required Courses
MTSL 401	Theory & Practice of Language Teaching	3
MTSL 480	TESOL Field Experience	1
EDTE 494	Special Project	3
Electives
Select two of the following:		6
EDTE 306	Critical Pedagogical Issues in American Education
EDTE 466	Literacy for English Language Learners
EDTE 494	Special Project
ENGL 306	Special Topics in Writing
ENGL 480	Critical Theory: Literature and Cultural Study
SOCI 388	Sociology of Education
Total Hours		13

Elementary Education Concentration

Course List
Code	Title	Hours
Required Courses
EDTE 221E	Elementary Differential Instruct and Assess	3
EDTE 221L	Field Experience (Elementary)	1
EDTE 306	Critical Pedagogical Issues in American Education	3
EDTE 466	Literacy for English Language Learners	3
Electives
Select one of the following:		3
MTSL 401	Theory & Practice of Language Teaching
MTSL 480	TESOL Field Experience
SOCI 388	Sociology of Education
Total Hours		13

Elementary Teacher Certification Program Requirements:

Course List
Code	Title	Hours
EDTE 101	Social and Cultural Foundations of Education	3
EDSE 150	Psychology of Children with Exceptionality	3
Select one of the following:
EDTE 213	Since Time Immemorial
EDTE 306	Critical Pedagogical Issues in American Education
EDTE 221E	Elementary Differential Instruct and Assess	3
EDTE 221L	Field Experience	1
EDTE 231	Instruct Methods: Reading, Writing, and Communication I	3
EDTE 315E	Classroom Assessment for Elementary Teachers	3
MATH 104	Elements of Algebra and Statistics	3
HIST 108	Introduction to Pacific Northwest History	3
BIOL 181L	Biological Systems Lab	1
EDTE 304	Concepts in Science	3
EDTE 331	Instruct Methods: Reading, Writing, and Communication II	3
EDTE 331L	Field Experience	1
EDTE 400	Elementary Methods: Music	1
EDTE 401	Elementary Methods: Mathematics	3
EDTE 401L	Field Experience	1
EDTE 402	Elementary Methods: Social Studies	3
EDTE 403	Elementary Methods: Art	1
EDTE 404	Elementary Methods: Science	3
EDTE 415	Elementary PE Methods	1
EDTE 416	Elementary Health Methods	1
EDTE 460E	Classroom Management and Communication Elementary	3
EDTE 496E	Elementary Student Teaching	12
EDTE 495	Student Teaching Professional Seminar	2
EDSE 450	Special Education Seminar	1

Optional English Language Learner (ELL) Endorsement

Course List
Code	Title	Hours
MTSL 304	Immigrant & Refugee Perspect	3
MTSL 401	Theory & Practice of Language Teaching	3
MTSL 408	Principles of Second Language Acquisition	3-4
EDTE 466	Literacy for English Language Learners	3
MTSL 450	Language Awareness	1
MTSL 480	TESOL Field Experience	1

Optional Reading Endorsement

Course List
Code	Title	Hours
EDTE 231	Instruct Methods: Reading, Writing, and Communication I	3
EDTE 331	Instruct Methods: Reading, Writing, and Communication II	3
EDTE 331L	Field Experience	1
EDTE 461	Reading Diagnosis	3
EDTE 462	Child and Adolescent Literature	3
EDTE 464	Practicum-Reading	1
EDTE 466	Literacy for English Language Learners	3

Secondary Teacher Certification Program Requirements:

Course List
Code	Title	Hours
EDTE 101	Social and Cultural Foundations of Education	3
HIST 108	Introduction to Pacific Northwest History	3
EDSE 150	Psychology of Children with Exceptionality	3
EDTE 213	Since Time Immemorial	1
Must be taken as a block:
EDTE 221S	Secondary Differential Instruct and Assess	3
EDTE 221L	Field Experience	1
EDTE 241	Teaching in the Middle School	3
Must be taken as a block:
EDTE 315S	Classroom Assessment for Secondary Teachers	3
EDTE 418	Multiliteracy in the Secondary Classroom	3
EDTE 418L	Field Experience	1
One methods course is required for each endorsement area (Fall Only):
EDTE 454D	Secondary Methods: Theater Arts	3
EDTE 454E	Secondary Methods-English	3
EDTE 454F	Secondary Methods: Social Studies	3
EDTE 454M	Secondary Methods-Math	3
EDTE 454S	Secondary Methods-Science	3
EDTE 454T	Secondary Methods - World Language	3
Music Education and Physical Education majors will take methods in their degree program
EDTE 454L	Field Experience	1
EDTE 455L	Field Experience: Additional Endorsement ((Required for additional endorsements))	1
EDTE 460S	Classroom Management Secondary	3
EDTE 496S	Secondary Student Teaching	12
EDTE 495	Student Teaching Professional Seminar	2
EDSE 450	Special Education Seminar	1

English Language Learner (ELL) Endorsement

Course List
Code	Title	Hours
MTSL 304	Immigrant & Refugee Perspect	3
MTSL 401	Theory & Practice of Language Teaching	3
MTSL 408	Principles of Second Language Acquisition	3-4
EDTE 466	Literacy for English Language Learners	3
MTSL 450	Language Awareness	1
MTSL 480	TESOL Field Experience	1

Reading Endorsement

Course List
Code	Title	Hours
EDTE 231	Instruct Methods: Reading, Writing, and Communication I	3
EDTE 331	Instruct Methods: Reading, Writing, and Communication II	3
EDTE 331L	Field Experience	1
EDTE 461	Reading Diagnosis	3
EDTE 462	Child and Adolescent Literature	3
EDTE 464	Practicum-Reading	1
EDTE 466	Literacy for English Language Learners	3

Courses

EDTE 101. Social and Cultural Foundations of Education. (3 Credits)

This course provides an overview of the teaching profession. It is designed as an exploration of teaching as a career choice, serving as an introduction to various philosophical positions regarding education, the laws that affect students and teachers, the global and historical background of our current educational systems, and the issues concerned with recognizing, accepting, and affirming diversity.

EDTE 190. Directed Study. (1-4 Credits)

May be repeated for credit.

Topic to be decided by faculty.

EDTE 193. Magis:. (3 Credits)

The Magis Seminar (Magis) introduces new Gonzaga students to the University, the Core Curriculum, and Gonzaga’s Jesuit mission and heritage. While the seminars will be taught by faculty with expertise in particular disciplines, topics will be addressed in a way that illustrates approaches and methods of different academic disciplines. The seminar format of the course highlights the participatory character of university life, emphasizing that learning is an active, collegial process.

EDTE 200. Language, Society, and Power. (3 Credits)

This course introduces students to foundational concepts in linguistics, with particular emphasis on how language, culture, and society intersect and how linguistic choices reinforce or undermine power relations in society. Students will develop an understanding of what constitutes language and how languages create and maintain identities within communities.

EDTE 202. Community and Ethnography. (3 Credits)

Using a variety of frameworks and tools, students will investigate the language and culture of carefully selected communities. Students will learn how to describe events without interpretation and work collaboratively to formulate possible hypotheses about cultures.

Prerequisites: EDTE 200 with a minimum grade of D

Equivalent: MTSL 202

EDTE 204. Community Languages and Language Acquisition. (3 Credits)

This course is an introduction to first and additional language acquisition through the lens of an introductory course in two of the languages and writing systems used in the Spokane region. The purpose of the course is to introduce students to the languages and cultures of minority groups and to explore the ways in which the worldviews of these groups differ from those of the dominant culture. The course will also introduce students to the principal theories of first and second language acquisition. This course includes degree-seeking Gonzaga students and non-credit Certificate students in the English Language Learning (ELL) program. Because of this shared enrollment, limited information such as your name and course schedule will be available to all participants.

EDTE 206. Community and Place-Based Education. (3 Credits)

This course introduces students to foundational concepts in community and place-based education practices, with particular emphasis on theories and strategies that support the co-creation of K-12 and community-based educative experiences anchored in the unique contextual elements of place. Students will investigate and engage in local collective impact efforts that reflect a unique community context.

EDTE 213. Since Time Immemorial. (1 Credit)

The purpose of this course is to prepare future teachers with a basic pedagogical orientation to Pacific Northwest history focusing on the complexity, diversity, richness, and resiliency of Native peoples in this region. Students will also become familiar with the content and purpose of Washington state's Since Time Immemorial curriculum resources.

EDTE 221E. Elementary Differential Instruct and Assess. (3 Credits)

This course is designed to integrate the planning, implementation, and assessment of instruction across content areas at the elementary level with a special emphasis on diversity. The major focus of this course will be meeting the learning needs of a diverse population which include students from different racial, ethnic, ability, socio-economic status, language and sexual orientation backgrounds.

Prerequisites: EDTE 101 with a minimum grade of D

Corequisites: EDTE 221L

Course Fee: 50

EDTE 221L. Field Experience. (1 Credit)

May be repeated for credit.

Teacher candidates will have the opportunity to explore firsthand the instruction, assessment, and technology practices that are at work in schools. Candidates also gain pedagogical practice by working with students and teaching a lesson. Teacher candidates are required to submit a Field Experience Request form to the Field Experience Office a minimum of a month prior to the semester they are taking the course. The field experience requires a minimum of 30 hours in the classroom and travel by car may be required. In addition, current fingerprint clearance from the WSP and FBI throughout the semester and Pre-Residency Clearance are on file.

Prerequisites: EDTE 101 with a minimum grade of D and (EDTE 221E (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D or EDTE 221S (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D)

EDTE 221S. Secondary Differential Instruct and Assess. (3 Credits)

This course is designed to integrate the planning, implementation, and assessment of instruction across content areas at the secondary level with a special emphasis on diversity. The major focus of this course will be meeting the learning needs of a diverse population which include students from different racial, ethnic, ability, socio-economic status, language and sexual orientation backgrounds.

Prerequisites: EDTE 101 with a minimum grade of D

Corequisites: EDTE 221L, EDTE 241

Course Fee: 50

EDTE 231. Instruct Methods: Reading, Writing, and Communication I. (3 Credits)

The primary purpose of this course is to provide opportunities for teacher candidates to understand theoretical constructs related to reading, writing, and communication in classroom curriculum. Teacher candidates will develop pedagogy from an analysis of the processes of natural learning, language acquisition, multiple intelligence, and learning styles. This knowledge will become the framework for instructional methodology for reading, writing, and communication skills.

Prerequisites: EDTE 101 with a minimum grade of D

EDTE 241. Teaching in the Middle School. (3 Credits)

The purpose of this course is to help the prospective middle level/secondary teacher candidate develop in-depth knowledge and understanding of early adolescents. The middle school reform movement and the developmental characteristics and needs of adolescents provide a framework for this course.

Prerequisites: EDTE 101 with a minimum grade of D

Corequisites: EDTE 221L

EDTE 304. Concepts in Science. (3 Credits)

This course presents earth, physical, and space science concepts for elementary teacher candidates. Spring only.

Course Fee: 15

EDTE 306. Critical Pedagogical Issues in American Education. (3 Credits)

This course is designed to examine issues in education from the perspective of Native American students, and to provide educators with knowledge and skills that will increase their comfort level, competency and ability to work in schools where American Indian children and other diverse students are educated. Course content will include an overview of important historical and cultural factors, the study of current methods based on research and experiences of practitioners in the field, and a practicum in the development of effective educational strategies and materials, specifically the Washington State Since Time Immemorial curriculum.

EDTE 315E. Classroom Assessment for Elementary Teachers. (3 Credits)

This course will introduce and practice the processes of assessing whether students are meeting desired classroom outcomes, addressing the question, "How do we know our students learned the material?" Multiple methods and types of classroom assessments will be analyzed and evaluated for the purpose of creating a systematic framework that implements, collects, and reviews assessment data. The following assessment components will be discussed, applied and evaluated: timely and appropriate feedback; formative, summative and diagnostic methodologies; classroom assessment instruments; self-assessment applications; clear criteria; scoring guides and rubrics; student voice; and content-specific assessment practices. Fall.

Prerequisites: EDTE 221E with a minimum grade of D and EDTE 221L with a minimum grade of D

EDTE 315S. Classroom Assessment for Secondary Teachers. (3 Credits)

Prerequisites: EDTE 221S with a minimum grade of D and EDTE 221L with a minimum grade of S

Corequisites: EDTE 418, EDTE 418L

EDTE 321. Social-Emotional Learning in the Classroom and Community. (3 Credits)

This course offers candidates the opportunity to learn communication and intervention skills that can be used within any instructional setting. Supportive behavior and resource management techniques that result in logical consequences and assist students in accepting responsibility for behavior are addressed. This course focuses on a multitude of methods and modalities addressing various learning styles and the reduction of non-academic stressors. There is a focus on mastery of social and emotional skills in addition to academic ones, as well as adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and a trauma-sensitive learning environment. This course meets the RCW 28A.410.035 and WAC 181-79A-200 requirement (issues of abuse) for CCL Elementary majors only as of Fall 2023.

EDTE 331. Instruct Methods: Reading, Writing, and Communication II. (3 Credits)

The purpose of this course is twofold: one, to prepare teacher candidates to create appropriate lesson plans for literacy instruction and assessment to provide opportunities for children to become involved with literacy in a purposeful and meaningful manner. Second, to prepare teacher candidates to become aware and utilize available literary resources, including technology for teaching. An emphasis in this course will be the compatibility of methods of instruction and assessment regarding Washington State Standards/Common Core Standards. Fall and Spring.

Corequisites: EDTE 331L

EDTE 331L. Field Experience. (1 Credit)

Teacher candidates will have the opportunity to explore first-hand Literacy instruction, assessment, and technology practices that are at work in schools. This course will help the teacher candidate to focus and integrate learning by observing, teaching, reflecting, and analyzing instructional events occurring at the school site. The course will enable the teacher candidate to observe and participate in instructional decision making, strategies for differentiation, and various assessment modes. The field experience requires a minimum of 30 hours in the classroom and travel by car may be required. In addition, current fingerprint clearance from the WSP and FBI throughout the semester and Pre-Residency Clearance are on file.

Prerequisites: EDTE 221L with a minimum grade of S

Corequisites: EDTE 331

EDTE 390. Directed Study. (1-4 Credits)

May be repeated for credit.

Topic to be decided by faculty.

EDTE 400. Elementary Methods: Music. (1 Credit)

This course presents theories and techniques appropriate to teaching Music in the elementary school.

Prerequisites: EDTE 221E (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D

Course Fee: 10

EDTE 401. Elementary Methods: Mathematics. (3 Credits)

This course is designed to prepare our teacher candidates for teaching Mathematics in an elementary classroom. Candidates will learn and apply content specific pedagogy, understand the mathematical practices, plan assessment to monitor student learning and foster a mathematical learning environment within the classroom.

Prerequisites: EDTE 221E with a minimum grade of D and MATH 104 with a minimum grade of D

Corequisites: EDTE 401L

EDTE 401L. Field Experience. (1 Credit)

May be repeated for credit.

Teacher candidates will have the opportunity to explore first-hand mathematical instruction, assessment, and technology practices that are at work in schools. This course assists teacher candidates in focusing and integrating their learning through observing, teaching, reflecting on, and analyzing instructional events at the school site. The course will enable teacher candidate to observe and participate in instructional decision-making, strategies for differentiation, and various assessment modes. The field experience requires a minimum of 30 hours in the classroom and travel by car may be required. In addition, current fingerprint clearance from the WSP and FBI throughout the semester and Pre-Residency Clearance are on file.

Corequisites: EDTE 401

EDTE 402. Elementary Methods: Social Studies. (3 Credits)

This course presents theories and techniques appropriate to teaching Social Studies in the elementary school.

Prerequisites: EDTE 221E with a minimum grade of D and HIST 108 with a minimum grade of D

EDTE 403. Elementary Methods: Art. (1 Credit)

This course presents theories and techniques appropriate for teaching Art in the elementary school.

Prerequisites: EDTE 221E (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D

EDTE 404. Elementary Methods: Science. (3 Credits)

This course is designed to prepare teacher candidates for teaching Science in an elementary classroom. Candidates will understand how students learn and develop scientific knowledge, learn and apply content specific pedagogy, plan assessments to monitor student learning, and foster inquiry in the classroom learning environment. Spring only.

Prerequisites: EDTE 221E with a minimum grade of D and EDTE 304 with a minimum grade of D and BIOL 181L with a minimum grade of D

Course Fee: 15

EDTE 415. Elementary PE Methods. (1 Credit)

This course will provide students with both theoretical and practical experience in learning how to design and implement a physical education program at an elementary level. It will introduce the students to objectives of physical education, activities that can be implemented at specific grade levels, general fitness concepts, and techniques of teaching in a physical activity environment, assessment protocol, and the importance of physical education as an integral part of general education. An experimental and cross disciplinary approach will be taken to developing and implementing effective learning experiences in physical education for K-8 students.

Corequisites: EDTE 416

EDTE 416. Elementary Health Methods. (1 Credit)

This course provides an in-depth study of a variety of teaching styles and strategies, curriculum planning and evaluation methods appropriate for teaching health education.

Corequisites: EDTE 415

EDTE 418. Multiliteracy in the Secondary Classroom. (3 Credits)

This course presents theory and practice for developing multiliteracies in secondary classrooms, including the structure and development of language and its expression in specific disciplines. Specifically, students gain competencies in working with texts, supporting academic language development, and adapting instruction to make it accessible to multilingual learners. All of this is considered in the context of 21st century literacies and an ever-changing technological landscape.

Prerequisites: EDTE 221S with a minimum grade of D or EDTE 221L with a minimum grade of D

Corequisites: EDTE 418L

EDTE 418L. Field Experience. (1 Credit)

May be repeated for credit.

Teacher candidates will have the opportunity to explore the instruction, assessment, and technology practices that are at work in schools. Teacher candidates are required to submit a Field Experience Request form to the Field Experience office a minimum of a month prior to the semester they are taking the course. The field experience requires a minimum of 30 hours in the classroom and travel by car may be required. In addition, current fingerprint clearance from the WSP and FBI throughout the semester and Pre-Residency Clearance are on file.

Corequisites: EDTE 315S, EDTE 418

EDTE 432. CIS:. (3 Credits)

The Core Integration Seminar (CIS) engages the Year Four Question: “Imagining the possible: What is our role in the world?” by offering students a culminating seminar experience in which students integrate the principles of Jesuit education, prior components of the Core, and their disciplinary expertise. Each section of the course will focus on a problem or issue raised by the contemporary world that encourages integration, collaboration, and problem solving. The topic for each section of the course will be proposed and developed by each faculty member in a way that clearly connects to the Jesuit Mission, to multiple disciplinary perspectives, and to our students’ future role in the world.

Prerequisites: Prerequisites exist. Refer to Zagweb.

EDTE 454D. Secondary Methods: Theater Arts. (3 Credits)

Discipline Specific Methods address strategies, assessment, and student activities in the academic areas approved for endorsements. Fall only.

Corequisites: EDTE 454L, EDTE 460S

EDTE 454E. Secondary Methods-English. (3 Credits)

Discipline Specific Methods address strategies, assessment, and student activities in the academic areas approved for endorsements. Fall only.

Corequisites: EDTE 454L, EDTE 460S

EDTE 454F. Secondary Methods: Social Studies. (3 Credits)

Discipline Specific Methods address strategies, assessment, and student activities in the academic areas approved for endorsements. Fall only.

Prerequisites: EDTE 469 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D

Corequisites: EDTE 454L, EDTE 460S

EDTE 454L. Field Experience. (1 Credit)

May be repeated for credit.

Teacher candidates will have the opportunity to explore firsthand the instruction, assessment, and technology practices that are at work in schools. This course assists teacher candidates in focusing and integrating their learning through observing, teaching, reflecting on, and analyzing instructional events at the school site. This course will enable teacher candidates to observe and participate in instructional decision-making, strategies for differentiation, and various assessment models. Teacher candidates are required to submit a Field Experience Request form to the Field Experience office a minimum of a month prior to the semester they are taking the course. The field experience requires a minimum of 30 hours in the classroom and travel by car may be required. In addition, current fingerprint clearance from the WSP and FBI throughout the semester and Pre-Residency Clearance are on file. Fall Only.

Prerequisites: EDTE 454F (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D or EDTE 454M (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D or EDTE 454S (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D or EDTE 454E (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D or EDTE 454T (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D

Corequisites: EDTE 460S

EDTE 454M. Secondary Methods-Math. (3 Credits)

Discipline Specific Methods address strategies, assessment, and student activities in the academic areas approved for endorsements. Fall only.

Corequisites: EDTE 454L, EDTE 460S

EDTE 454S. Secondary Methods-Science. (3 Credits)

Discipline Specific Methods address strategies, assessment, and student activities in the academic areas approved for endorsements. Fall only.

Corequisites: EDTE 454L, EDTE 460S

EDTE 454T. Secondary Methods - World Language. (3 Credits)

Discipline Specific Methods address strategies, assessment, and student activities in the academic areas approved for endorsements. Fall only.

Corequisites: EDTE 454L, EDTE 460S

EDTE 455L. Field Experience: Additional Endorsement. (1 Credit)

May be repeated for credit.

This is a lab course which will accommodate teacher candidates who add-on an additional endorsement. This course must be taken concurrently with an EDTE 454 Discipline Specific Methods course. The field experience requires a minimum of 30 hours in the classroom and travel by car may be required. In addition, current fingerprint clearance from the WSP and FBI throughout the semester and a Character and Fitness form on file is required. Fall only.

Prerequisites: EDTE 454E (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D or EDTE 454F (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D or EDTE 454D (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D or EDTE 454M (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D or EDTE 454S (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D or EDTE 454T (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D

EDTE 460E. Classroom Management and Communication Elementary. (3 Credits)

Teacher candidates are provided with strategies to manage the elementary classroom to create a motivated classroom climate, to communicate with teacher candidates, parents, school, and community agencies, and to deal effectively with problem situations, management, instructional approaches, and corrective measures. Teacher as leader will be the primary metaphor which requires candidates to investigate the role of power and communication in teaching. Fall only.

Prerequisites: EDTE 221E with a minimum grade of D and EDTE 221L with a minimum grade of D

EDTE 460S. Classroom Management Secondary. (3 Credits)

Teacher candidates are provided with strategies to manage the secondary classroom, to create a motivated classroom climate, to communicate with student teacher candidates, parents, school, and community agencies, and to deal effectively with problem situations, management, instructional approaches, and corrective measures. Teacher as leader will be the primary metaphor which requires candidates to investigate the role of power and communication in teaching. Fall only.

Prerequisites: EDTE 221S with a minimum grade of D and EDTE 221L with a minimum grade of D and EDTE 241 with a minimum grade of D

Corequisites: EDTE 454L

EDTE 461. Reading Diagnosis. (3 Credits)

This course provides teacher candidates with the in-depth knowledge and skills to identify and diagnose reading strengths and deficiencies of K-12 students. Appropriate instructional strategies for remediation and extension are developed. This class incorporates field experience components. Spring only.

EDTE 462. Child and Adolescent Literature. (3 Credits)

This course surveys classical and contemporary literary works for children and youth, preschool thru early adolescence. Assessment and teaching strategies for the utilization of literature across the K-12 curriculum are presented. Fall only.

EDTE 464. Practicum-Reading. (1 Credit)

This course creates and applies literacy instruction and assessment strategies in a K-12 classroom setting. A school location is arranged. Practicum requires completion of a form, and department permission and cannot be registered for via Zagweb. 1 credit = 30 contact hours.

EDTE 466. Literacy for English Language Learners. (3 Credits)

This course provides literacy knowledge related to working with English Language Learners. Teacher candidates will create classroom materials for K-12 learners to support their literacy and language development. Students translate knowledge into practical application through the development of lesson plans, instructional materials, and tutoring.

EDTE 469. The Five Themes of Geography. (3 Credits)

This course is an introduction to the five themes of geography, location, place, human environment interaction, movement, regions. This course fulfills the geography requirement for a Social Studies Endorsement. Spring only.

EDTE 490. Directed Reading. (1-4 Credits)

May be repeated for credit.

Directed Reading requires completion of a form, and Department permission.

EDTE 491. Directed Study. (1-3 Credits)

May be repeated for credit.

Individualized study that is designed by the professor. Student teacher candidates follow a prescribed course outline.

EDTE 492. Independent Study. (1-4 Credits)

May be repeated for credit.

Individualized study that is designed by the student teacher candidate in consultation with the professor. Self-directed learning in a selected area of interest is the process employed. Professor serves as resource.

EDTE 494. Special Project. (1-6 Credits)

May be repeated for credit.

Individualized study that is project-based. The study results in a practical application of educational theory. The project or a written report of the project is submitted to the professor for evaluation.

EDTE 495. Student Teaching Professional Seminar. (2 Credits)

Prerequisites: EDTE 496E (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D or EDTE 496S (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D or (EDSE 450 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D or EDSE 340 with a minimum grade of C)

Course Fee: 75

EDTE 496E. Elementary Student Teaching. (12 Credits)

This is a culminating 16-week capstone experience in which the teacher candidate assumes the full responsibility of an elementary teacher under the direction of a University supervisor and a co-operating teacher. Seminars are provided for student interaction, problem solving, certification requirements, and informational support. Current fingerprint clearance from the WSP and FBI throughout the semester and Pre-Residency Clearance are on file.

Prerequisites: EDSE 450 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D or EDSE 340 with a minimum grade of C

Corequisites: EDTE 495

EDTE 496S. Secondary Student Teaching. (12 Credits)

This is a culminating 16-week capstone experience in which the teacher candidate assumes the full responsibility of a secondary teacher under the direction of a University supervisor and a co-operating teacher. Seminars are provided for student interaction, problem solving, certification requirements, and informational support. Current fingerprint clearance from the WSP and FBI throughout the semester and Pre-Residency Clearance are on file.

Prerequisites: EDSE 450 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D or EDSE 340 with a minimum grade of C

Corequisites: EDTE 495

MTSL 200. Language, Society, and Power. (3 Credits)

This course introduces students to foundational concepts in linguistics, with particular emphasis on how language, culture, and society intersect and how linguistic choices reinforce or undermine power relations in society. Students will develop and understanding of what constitutes language and how languages create and maintain identities within communities.

MTSL 202. Community and Ethnography. (3 Credits)

Prerequisites: EDTE 200 with a minimum grade of D or MTSL 200 with a minimum grade of D

MTSL 204. Community Languages and Language Acquisition. (3 Credits)

MTSL 304. Immigrant & Refugee Perspect. (3 Credits)

May be repeated for credit.

Designed for students interested in sociocultural perspectives on identity and language and their intersection in diverse cultural communities, this course looks at the experience of immigrant populations in the USA and in the Spokane area, through the lens of their cultural and linguistic adjustment. An average of one hour of service per week is expected of all participants in this course. This course includes degree-seeking Gonzaga students and non-credit Certificate students in the English Language Learning (ELL) program. Because of this shared enrollment, limited information such as your name and course schedule will be available to all participants.

Course Fee: 40

MTSL 401. Theory & Practice of Language Teaching. (3 Credits)

This course investigates current theories in second language acquisition and ESL/EFL methodology. Students learn how to apply these methods to the specific needs of language learners while observing, assisting and teaching. The summer offering is an intensive 4 week course where students apply specific methods during a TESOL Field Experience co-requisite course (MTSL 480). This course includes degree-seeking Gonzaga students and non-credit Certificate students in the English Language Learning (ELL) program. Because of this shared enrollment, limited information such as your name and course schedule will be available to all participants.

MTSL 404. Introduction to Sociolinguistics. (3 Credits)

This course will examine how communication in ESL education shape relationships with non-members and members of a community. In particular, it will examine how the control of communication in bilingual and ESL education affects cognitive, social-cultural, affective, and linguistic development in bilingual and ESL classrooms. Theories studied in this course will help build an understanding of how to observe and analyze the effects of communication patterns on learning opportunities for ESL students.

MTSL 408. Principles of Second Language Acquisition. (3-4 Credits)

This course will investigate some of the major theoretical concepts that have developed in the field of second language learning and teaching with emphases on the concepts of interaction, learner strategies, routines, negotiating meaning, motivation and developmental processes within sociocultural contexts.

MTSL 414. Literacy & Engl Lang Learner. (3 Credits)

This course will involve discussion and review of relevant research in second-language reading and writing. It also includes a critical investigation of research to implementation in the language classroom. This course includes degree-seeking Gonzaga students and non-credit Certificate students in the English Language Learning (ELL) program. Because of this shared enrollment, limited information such as your name and course schedule will be available to all participants.

MTSL 450. Language Awareness. (1 Credit)

This course will cover the basics of syntax along with the common metalanguage that enables teachers to talk about grammar, as well as broader issues of language structure in general. This course includes degree-seeking Gonzaga students and non-credit Certificate students in the English Language Learning (ELL) program. Because of this shared enrollment, limited information such as your name and course schedule will be available to all participants.

MTSL 480. TESOL Field Experience. (1 Credit)

May be repeated for credit.

An integral feature of the Theory and Practice of Language Teaching course (MTSL 401) is the TESOL Field Experience which provides a unique opportunity for its participants to work with ESL students of various ages, nationalities, and proficiency levels. Included in this enhanced hands-on experience are opportunities for observation, teaching, and participation in social activities with ESL students. This course includes degree-seeking Gonzaga students and non-credit Certificate students in the English Language Learning (ELL) program. Because of this shared enrollment, limited information such as your name and course schedule will be available to all participants.

Course Fee: 25

MTSL 490. Independent Study. (1-6 Credits)

May be repeated for credit.