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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: EC 111 or EC 112 or EC 206 or EC 117 plus six additional credit hours of 300 level economics. This course involves discussions of various topics of interest in economics. Each student prepares a research paper on a topic of choice, under the direct supervision of a faculty member. Majors in other programs are most welcome. 3 cr.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
Topics in education that are not offered on a regular basis are examined. The course may be repeated for credit if the topic varies. 1-3 cr.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
Topics in education that are not offered on a regular basis are examined. The course may be repeated for credit if the topic varies. 1-3 cr.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: Junior standing and permission of instructor. This course is an exploration of the issues confronting education at all levels. Topics include the history of education, philosophy of education, goals of educational systems, school organization and control, moral education, students' and teachers' rights, school law, special education, multicultural education, and contemporary issues in education. Student performance is assessed through written assignments, quizzes, presentations, and participation. Students intending to enter the Secondary Education Program are required to do appropriate field study. This course meets the ILP requirement for education students. 3 cr.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: Junior standing and permission of instructor. This course is a study of the educational process, both formal and informal, in the United States from the 17th century to the present including coverage of the European antecedents. 3 cr.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: Junior standing and permission of instructor. This is a workshop course that treats the planning and production of materials of an instructional, informative, or message-bearing nature using various media techniques: television, motion pictures, slides, audiotapes, and computer technology. Many examples of commercial media presentations are analyzed. Presentations are evaluated by the class. The course is not limited to those planning careers in education, but is open to anyone who wishes background for making media presentations. Student performance is assessed by written assignments, exams and in-class presentations. 3 cr.
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3.00 - 32.10 Credits
See "Independent Study" on p. 32. 1-3 cr.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: Junior standing, permission of instructor and enrollment in Elementary Education Program, or permission of instructor. This course focuses on the teaching of children's reading, writing, speaking, listening, and viewing skills in grades 1-6. Students learn formal and informal methods of assessing reading development, and significant theories and practices for developing reading skills and comprehension. They gain knowledge of the principles and instructional practices for developing phonemic awareness and phonics. They learn about the development of listening, speaking, and reading vocabulary, and theories on the relationships between beginning writing and reading. Students also gain an understanding of the approaches and practices for developing skills in using writing tools, as well as theories of first and second language education and development. Student performance is assessed by exams, written assignments, and lesson plan designs. Twenty five hours of pre-practicum field work and a field work journal at a local elementary school are required for students intending to enter the Elementary Education Program. 3 cr.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: Junior standing, permission of instructor and enrollment in the Elementary Education Program, or permission of instructor. This course places an emphasis on the development of concepts in mathematics, science, and social studies in grades 1-6. As a result of taking this course, students learn to balance direct elementary instruction with facilitated learning using physical models, manipulatives, and primary sources. Students demonstrate familiarity with current curriculum models and standards, instructional strategies, and instructional materials. Students complete lesson plans for curriculum units, using the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks as a resource, and plan and demonstrate math, science, and social studies lessons using appropriate manipulatives, technology, physical models, cooperative learning techniques, and various assessment tools. Student performance is assessed by quizzes, written assignments, lesson plan designs, and other content-specific assignments. Twenty five hours of pre-practicum fieldwork at a local elementary school is required for students intending to enter the Elementary Education Program. 3 cr.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: PSY 304, ED 301, senior standing and acceptance into the Secondary Education Program. In this course an array of veteran teachers and content area faculty do presentations on issues relevant for secondary education. Topics include teaching special education students, teaching with the MA Curriculum Frameworks and Learning Standards, MCAS testing and effective assessment, use of technology in the classroom, legal issues in the teaching profession, among others. At the end of this course, students are able to apply this knowledge to the teaching practicum. The course is graded pass/fail, based on attendance and classroom participation. 1 cr.
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