SEMESTER 1

INTRODUCTION TO PRIMARY EDUCATION (PEDU 101)

Exploration of curriculum and programming for students in kindergarten through sixth grade with emphasis on children’s developmental, social, physical, emotional, and cognitive needs as related to appropriate learning experiences.

SEMESTER 1

Math 1 (MATH 101)

This is an introductory course intended to familiarize the students with the basic concepts of arithmetic, number theory, sets, geometry, algebra, and introductory statistics. In this course, strong emphasis will be placed on critical thinking, problem solving, and understanding concepts and their applications.

Teacher: Lisa DeyoTeacher: Nameen JallohTeacher: Feeder LiberiaTeacher: Mark Y Luogon

ENGLISH 1 (ENGL 101)

This course will introduce students to rhetoric and the foundations of college writing. It will improve students’ listening, speaking, reading, writing, and critical-thinking skills. Students will explore the basic concepts of academic research; interpersonal relationships, small groups, and partnering; and oral, written, and public communications. 

Teacher: Lisa DeyoTeacher: Nameen Jalloh

FOUNDATIONS OF LIBERIAN EDUCATION (EDUC103)

Examines the historical and philosophical foundations of Liberia’s school systems. The course will enable students to learn about the past, present, and future of Liberian education, as well as issues and trends in the global education system.           

SEMESTER 1

INTRODUCTION TO EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (ECED101)

This is an introductory level course designed to introduce teacher-aspirants or students to the philosophical foundations of early learning; the Liberian early childhood development and education context, including relevant Ministry of Education Liberia frameworks, policies, and recommended practices; inclusive early childhood learning environments; and play-based approaches to learning.

SEMESTER 1

UNIVERSAL DESIGN FOR LEARNING (EDUC 101)

This course provides students with an introduction to the concept of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) as a foundational strategy to support inclusive education for students with and without disabilities. The course focuses on the use of multiple means of engagement, representation, and action and expression. It also explores the use of assessment strategies that support a UDL approach, the use of teaching and learning materials, and the application of UDL strategies in large class sizes.

Teacher: Lisa DeyoTeacher: Nameen JallohTeacher: Mark Y Luogon

COMPUTER LITERACY (COM 101)

This course introduces students to computers and computing, starting with basic computer terminology, hardware, software, peopleware, Internet, and security, which helps students gain an understanding of computers and the impacts of computers in various disciplines.