Summer Session 2010
Wisconsin Lutheran College offers several courses during the summer to enable traditional students as well as teachers seeking certification to participate in as many classes as possible. Many of the courses are geared toward teacher certification in the state of Wisconsin. For questions about courses or workshops for educators, call James Holman, director of teacher education at (414) 443-8566. For other questions, including transfer of credits, call Brett Valerio, registrar, at (414) 443-8785.
Registration Form | Workshop Form
Registration
Complete the registration form and return it to the registrar's office. Tuition payment must accompany the registration form. The deadline for registration is four weeks before the start of each class. Tuition is $310 per credit. Classes may be audited for $110 per class.
Applications for Special Admissions
Students who have not attended Wisconsin Lutheran College are required to submit an Application for Special Admission as a guest student or the Application for Teacher Certification if pursuing teacher licensure.
Academic Load
Students may not exceed a maximum of seven credits at any one time during the summer.
Cancellation
Students will be notified of any course cancellation, should enrollment be insufficient.
Bookstore
All books and supplies for classes may be purchased at the college's online bookstore.
Courses Offered
June Sub-Term
EDU 431 Content Area Literacy (3 credits)
Instruction in the teaching of reading within the content areas on the elementary, middle and secondary level; consideration of the nature of the learner, the readability, and scope of content area materials, diagnosis, remediation, and enrichment activities as well as emphasis on the interactive processes of reading, writing, and learning.
Instructor: Dr. Joyce Natzke
June 14-July2; 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
EDU 480-01 Special Topics: Best Practice Topics in Early Childhood Education (3 credits)
This course is intended to support and extend the early childhood knowledge base to experienced teachers. Sensitivity to the multifaceted background of the participants drives the group and individualized components to assist toward early childhood licensure. Emphasis is placed on developmentally appropriate practices in regard to differentiation, assessment, family/community partnerships and staff development. The examination of model programs, best practices, and current issues, round out a well-grounded framework of this specialized area of teaching.
Instructor: Dr. Sharon Burow
June 21-July 2 (M-F) 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
ESS 182 Environmental Science (4 credits)
A study of natural resources and basic concepts of ecological biology. The physical and biological aspects of the earth's ecosystems will be studied in light of today's environmental problems. This course includes extensive field study in the Milwaukee area and makes use of environmental impact assessment as an application of concepts learned in the course.
This course is an 8-day, 8-night full-time commitment. Students will travel and camp overnight in southeastern Wisconsin during this course of study. Teaching and "lab" will take place as we investigate geological and biological aspects of our immediate environment. Student presentations will be given on-site at camp, and a paper will be due within three weeks after the course.
Instructor: Dr. Dan Ebeling and Dr. Angela Ebeling
June 5 - 13
THE 302 History of Israel (3 credits)
A study of the historical books of the Old Testament, with special attention to the formation of the nation of Israel. Major Old Testament themes will be explored and examined, particularly the development of Israel's Messianic expectations.
Instructor: Dr. Joel Pless
June 14-July 2 (M-Th) 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
THE 306 The Life of Christ (3 credits)
A study of the birth, ministry, suffering, death, resurrection and exaltation of our Lord as revealed in the Gospels. Special attention given to current critical theories of the Gospel's origins, detailed study of Jesus' teaching, parables, miracles, and Passion history, together with an evaluation of contemporary estimates of the personality and significance of Jesus.
Instructor: Dr. Joel Pless
June 14-July 2 (M-Th) 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
July Sub-Term
EDU 323 Instructional Strategies in the Middle School (3 credits)
A study of middle school philosophy, structure, models of curriculum integration, and methods. In addition, participants examine physical, intellectual, and socio/emotional issues as essential components of middle school instruction. Field work included: students concurrently enroll in EDU 394.
Instructor: Dr. David Brightsman
July 12-July 30 (M-Th) 12:30 p.m. - 4:00 pm
EDU 451 Human Relations for Educators (3 credits)
A study of human and inter-group relations; values, lifestyles, and contributions of racial, cultural, and economic groups in American society; the forces of racism, prejudice, and discrimination.
Instructors: Prof. James Holman & Prof. Marty Miller
July 12-July 30 (M-Th); 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
EDU 480-02 Special Topic: International Study (3 credits)
This individualized course provides an international setting for a comparative approach to an identified curricular area. A multidimensional study of issues that ignites global understanding and a vehicle for international partnerships. Lesson planning, teaching, journaling, multimedia project, formal/informal presentations, and evangelistic outreach evidence this servant leadership experience. Contact Teacher Education for more information.
Instructor: Dr. Sharon Burow and Dr. Joyce Natzke
Grenada
July 15-31
EDU 480-03 Special Topic: Seminar for Cooperating Teachers
This seminar will provide an introduction to the basic principles of supervising student teachers as they apply to the cooperating teacher. The information and strategies will be applied to placements at all grade levels.
Instructor: Mr. Larry Collyard, Coordinator of Clinical Experiences
August 28 (Sat); 8:30 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Environmental Education Workshop
The focus will be on fundamental ecological principles to be taught in the elementary grades. Activities that can be used in elementary environmental education will be included. Lynn White=s article on the cause of the ecological crisis and Jared Diamond’s study of what happened on Easter Island are required as preparation for the class and will be mailed to you prior to the workshop. A certificate will be awarded.
Instructor: Dr. Paul Boehlke
June 25 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Fee: $50.00
THE 308 Pauline Epistles (3 credits)
The historical development, doctrinal teachings, and practical application contained in Paul's letters to the Corinthians, Galatians, Thessalonians as well as the prison epistles (Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, Philemon).
Instructor: Dr. Joel Pless
July 12-July 30 (M-Th) 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
THE 441 History of Christianity (3 credits)
A survey of the development of Christianity from its origins to the present, focusing on the response of Christianity to internal and external challenges, and the influence of the church in the world. Prereq: sophomore standing.
Instructor: Dr. Joel Pless
July 12-July 30 (M-Th) 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
August Sub-Term
Writing a Professional Development Plan (1 credit)
This course assists beginning teachers in using student assessments and supervisor feedback to select two or more Wisconsin Educator Standards in addition to the faith-based components if required by the parochial schools on which to base a plan for Professional Development. The course also assists the beginning teacher in the development of a Professional Development Plan as outlined in PI34. (In collaboration with Concordia University).
Instructor: Alan Bitter
August 4-5 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Off Campus: Fox Valley Lutheran High School
Appleton, Wis.
June 14- July 2, 2009
EDU 311 Educating The Exceptional Individual (3 credits)
Study of individuals who have exceptional educational needs as defined by the state, the unique characteristics of the various disability areas, alternatives to providing the least restrictive educational environment, methods for teaching such children in the regular classroom, and the use of special referral systems and processes.
Instructor: Mr. Mark Murphy
June 14-July 2 (M-Th) 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
EDU 323 Instructional Strategies in the Middle School (3 credits)
A study of middle school philosophy, structure, models of curriculum integration, and methods. In addition, participants examine physical, intellectual, and socio/emotional issues as essential components of middle school instruction. Field work included: students concurrently enroll in EDU 394.
Instructor: Dr. David Brightsman
June 14-July 2 (M-Th) 12:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.