University of Wisconsin Stout - Tower Yearbook (Menomonie, WI)

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132 pi i 44 Classes in oral communication are required for all freshinan to give them the confidence needed to speak before groups and lo begin teaching the basic essentials of public speaking. Advanced classes continue to learn, developing specialized techniques of speech. 14

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The graphic 21115 shop prints ll12ll1y of thc school bulletins :md uses the stitching machine to hind the leaflets into finished products. Learning the Overall functioning and specific parts of thc zlutomobiic is the objective of thc many courses which are offered iu auto mechzxuics. 13

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Psychology classes help the student to understand the actions and behaviors of those around him and in turn some of the reasons behind his own behavior. 1 General and advanced courses teach students the elements and processes encountered in chemistry. Sfudylhg for Success Students who attend Stout get a very spe- cialized background in their chosen field which helps them in their specific areas. The Wide variety of academic courses offered gives the student a broad choice. Some of the subject areas are physical science, psychology, English, art, mathematics, journalism, and social science as Well as speech. People who choose to major in education are given a Wide range of education courses to help them to develop teaching skills and tech- niques which will aid in the fulfillment of their teaching obligations. Many of the psy- chology courses are based upon principles of education, and many analysis and method courses are also available to education majors. All students in education have the oppor- tunity to do on-campus and off-campus teach- ing. These classes are supervised by a regular teacher Who offers suggestions and CO11StruC- tive criticisms to help the practice teacher build his skill in professional techniques. Observa- tion by a qualified teacher gives the education majors time to analyze methods of teaching and also opportunity to observe the behavior and class responses of the students being taught.