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EDUC 202 - CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN EDUCATION Credits: 3 How are globalization, immigration, privatization and the increasing diversity in our student population shaping, and being shaped, by America's schools? We will explore these and other issues from both micro- (student) and macro- (systemic) levels, through the lenses of sociology, psychology and political economy. The course is open to students in these fields and to students exploring a career in teaching, and is recommended for students entering the teacher education program. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: EDUC 502. College: School of Humanities Department: Education
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EDUC 301 - PHILOSOPHICAL, HISTORICAL, AND SOCIAL FOUNDATIONS OF EDUCATION Credits: 3 Analysis of events and ideas that have shaped the philosophy and practice of American schools today. Requires at least 15 hours of observation in secondary schools. Appropriate for all students interested in the influences and stresses that have created a unique educational system in our culturally diverse country. Required for certification unless EDUC 330 is substituted. Enrollment limited to students with junior status or higher. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: EDUC 501. College: School of Humanities Department: Education
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EDUC 305 - EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY Credits: 3 The goal of this course is to introduce students to a psychological understanding of teaching and learning through an overview of principles, issues, and related research in educational psychology. The course will examine theories of learning, complex cognitive processes, cognitive and emotional development, motivation, and the application of these constructs of effective instruction, the design of optimum learning environments, assessment of student learning, and teaching in diverse classrooms. It is a general overview of the field and requires no prior preparation. Required for certification. Enrollment limited to students with junior status and higher. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: EDUC 505. College: School of Humanities Department: Education
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EDUC 310 - INTRODUCTION TO SPECIAL EDUCATION Credits: 3 This course will introduce and expose students to the field of Special Education. Students will learn about the various individuals who receive special education as well as other types of exceptionality, including giftedness. Controversial issues in this field will be examined along with pertinent legislation. This course will familiarize students with instructional approaches in special education and the social issues impacting the field. Students will visit area schools. Recommended for certification. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: EDUC 510. College: School of Humanities Department: Education
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EDUC 315 - ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT Credits: 3 The goal of this course is to introduce students to basic theories of adolescent development and cognition. The course will examine principles and concepts in the areas of physical, emotional and psychological development, identity formation, sexuality, and family and peer relations. Other 'hot topics' such as substance abuse, eating disorders, and teenagers and the media will also be examined. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: EDUC 515. College: School of Humanities Department: Education
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EDUC 325 - ADOLESCENT LITERATURE Credits: 3 The nature of adolescence in an increasingly complex and diversity society is examined through literature written for and about adolescents and young adults. This study of the cultural, literary and developmental issues in adolescent literature is relevant to students of literature, psychology, child development, anthropology and sociology, and is recommended for students preparing to become teachers. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: EDUC 525. College: School of Humanities Department: Education
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EDUC 330 - THE AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL Credits: 3 Historically one of the few universally experienced institutions in the U.S., the American high school has been an essential rite of passage for youth and an essential building block of Democracy. This course will study the historical origins of the high school; examine its roles in the economy, our culture, and the lives of youth. We will examine the contemporary high school and debates about its future, through the field of study of an urban high school (15 hours of observation required for undergraduates). Enrollment is limited to students with junior status and above and is required for teacher certification (unless EDUC 301 is substituted). Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: EDUC 530. College: School of Humanities Department: Education
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EDUC 335 - URBAN EDUCATION: ISSUES, POLICY, AND PRACTICE Credits: 3 Major issues facing urban education, including poverty, the implications of racial and ethnic diversity for educational institutions, and strategies for improving academic achievement in urban schools. We will examine sociological, political, cultural and educational research and theory, as well as explore strategies for improvement of urban education at the classroom, school and policy levels. Recommended for certification. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: EDUC 535. College: School of Humanities Department: Education
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EDUC 345 - COMPUTERS IN EDUCATION Credits: 3 Technology is and will continue to be deeply involved in the education process. In this course, students will investigate and use computer applications to enhance classroom teaching and facilitate administrative tasks. We will explore relevant design alternatives for educational presentations and websites. The internet will be utilized as a teacher and student resource. Other related topics including copyright, networking, and computer systems will be included. Recommended for certification. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: EDUC 545. College: School of Humanities Department: Education
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EDUC 350 - EDUCATION POLICY: FROM LEGISLATURES TO CLASSROOMS Credits: 3 Establish principles of policy analysis and then use those principles to investigate the effects of current educational policies, with particular attention to the dynamics and impact on schools, families, children, and communities. Recommended for certification. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: EDUC 550. College: School of Humanities Department: Education
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EDUC 410 - THEORY AND METHODS: ART Credits: Hours Variable Study of methods for putting theory into practice in the classroom. Includes multiple methods for educating students in our diverse society, reflection on, and practice of the skills of teaching applicable to the discipline. Required for certification. College: School of Humanities Department: Education
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EDUC 411 - THEORY AND METHODS: ENGLISH Credits: Hours Variable Study of methods for putting theory into practice in the classroom. Includes multiple methods for educating students in our diverse society, reflection on, and practice of the skills of teaching applicable to the discipline. Required for certification. College: School of Humanities Department: Education
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EDUC 412 - THEORY AND METHODS: FOREIGN LANGUAGE Credits: Hours Variable Study of methods for putting theory into practice in the classroom. Includes multiple methods for educating students in our diverse society, reflection on, and practice of the skills of teaching applicable to the discipline. Required for certification. College: School of Humanities Department: Education
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EDUC 413 - THEORY AND METHODS: MATHEMATICS Credits: Hours Variable Study of methods for putting theory into practice in the classroom. Includes multiple methods for educating students in our diverse society, reflection on, and practice of the skills of teaching applicable to the discipline. Required for certification. College: School of Humanities Department: Education
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EDUC 414 - THEORY AND METHODS: PHYSICAL EDUCATION Credits: Hours Variable Study of methods for putting theory into practice in the classroom. Includes multiple methods for educating students in our diverse society, reflection on, and practice of the skills of teaching applicable to the discipline. Required for certification. College: School of Humanities Department: Education
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EDUC 415 - THEORY AND METHODS: SCIENCE Credits: Hours Variable Study of methods for putting theory into practice in the classroom. Includes multiple methods for educating students in our diverse society, reflection on, and practice of the skills of teaching applicable to the discipline. Required for certification. College: School of Humanities Department: Education
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EDUC 416 - THEORY AND METHODS: SOCIAL STUDIES Credits: Hours Variable Study of methods for putting theory into practice in the classroom. Includes multiple methods for educating students in our diverse society, reflection on, and practice of the skills of teaching applicable to the discipline. Required for certification. College: School of Humanities Department: Education
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EDUC 420 - CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT Credits: 3 Integration of theory with practice as students observe a mentor teacher, identify issues of developing and implementing curriculum with a diverse student body, and create curriculum for the Summer School for Grades 8 through 12. Students must be admitted to the Teacher Preparation Program and committed to student teaching in Summer School. Required for certification. Instructor permission required College: School of Humanities Department: Education
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EDUC 440 - SUPERVISED TEACHING: SUMMER SCHOOL Credits: 3 Field-based practicum for secondary teachers, with accompanying seminar. Required for certification. Instructor permission required College: School of Humanities Department: Education
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EDUC 470 - FIELD-BASED STUDIES IN TEACHING AND LEARNING Credits: Hours Variable The study of critical issues in urban education uses ethnographic research methods to study a wide range of educational subjects, from policy impact to classroom practice, from curriculum and pedagogy to the cultures of the children. The course includes a seminar on research methodologies, with a focus on ethnography; independent research projects in a local school setting; and directed case studies. It is open particularly to students in education, sociology, psychology, anthropology and cultural studies. EDUC 470 is the undergraduate version of ED 570. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: EDUC 570. Instructor permission required College: School of Humanities Department: Education
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EDUC 490 - PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT Credits: 1 Development of a portfolio demonstrating teaching strengths which is required during the last summer of student teaching for teacher certification. Recommended for teacher certification. Instructor permission required College: School of Humanities Department: Education
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EDUC 491 - INDEPENDENT STUDY AND RESEARCH Credits: Hours Variable Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: EDUC 591. Instructor permission required College: School of Humanities Department: Education
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EDUC 501 - PHILOSOPHICAL, HISTORICAL, AND SOCIAL FOUNDATIONS OF EDUCATION Credits: 3 Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: EDUC 301. College: School of Humanities Department: Education
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EDUC 502 - CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN EDUCATION Credits: 3 How are globalization, immigration, privatization and the increasing diversity in our student population shaping, and being shaped, by America's schools? We will explore these and other issues from both micro- (student) and macro- (systemic) levels, through the lenses of sociology, psychology and political economy. The course is open to students in these fields and to students exploring a career in teaching, and is recommended for students entering the teacher education program. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: EDUC 202. College: School of Humanities Department: Education
Score: 8.418049 Details | Listing | Web page
EDUC 505 - EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY Credits: 3 Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: EDUC 305. College: School of Humanities Department: Education
Score: 8.418049 Details | Listing | Web page