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4.00 Credits
Under American University supervision, students gain hands-on experience in some phase of the economic policy process, such as with a legislative or executive branch office or organization, a private or public interest group, or a research organization. Academic and office supervisors' evaluations determine grade and credit earned. Part of Washington Semester program.
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3.00 Credits
A study of the fundamentals of cognitive psychology which apply to the learning process including: various taxonomies of learning; relationships among cognitive, physical and affective development in the discovery process; nature and range of exceptionalities; intelligence, creativity and attitudes about learning. This project based, applied learning course considers instructional leadership as well as functions, materials and methods of assessment. Field experience is required. Prerequisite: acceptance into teacher education program. This course may not be transferred in from another institution.
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3.00 Credits
Introduces science content, science education theory and research, and pedagogical strategies for the EC-4 science classroom. Addresses the areas of logical thinking (scientific reasoning) as they relate to various areas of science content and the development sequences which occur within areas of logical thinking (scientific reasoning). Students are actively engaged with diagnostic instruments for assessing children's thinking about science and a wide variety of hands-on science activities from the fields of biology, physics, chemistry, geology and engineering. Lab required and technological support included. Prerequisites: ED 332, 334A, MATH 133 or above; six hours of natural science coursework.
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3.00 Credits
Introduces science content, science education theory and research, and pedagogical strategies for the 4-8 classroom setting. Students are actively engaged with a wide variety of hands-on lab experiences. Lab required and technological support is included. Prerequisites: ED 332, 334A, MATH 133, six hours of natural science coursework.
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3.00 Credits
A survey course concerning the K-12 U.S. school system, including social and philosophical foundations of education; history, structure, and school finance; the principles, objectives and development of curriculum and instruction; educational technology; social issues and K-12 students; school law and alternative schools. A term long research project and field experience are required. Meets requirements for writing intensive course and ethics-focused course. Prerequisite: ED 332 or concurrent enrollment in ED 332.
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3.00 Credits
Studies developmentally appropriate practices for child-centered programs for 0-8 years. Included are the development and evaluation of integrated curriculum; social development and the purpose of play; the development of divergent and convergent thinking; and diagnosis and management of child behavior and needs. Field experiences will focus on developmentally appropriate learning experience and management of student behavior. Prerequisite: PSY 236 and ED 332 or concurrent enrollment in ED 332.
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3.00 Credits
A study of instructional needs of students in multilingual, multicultural and inclusive classrooms. This course provides for the examination of types, characteristics, and causes of various exceptionalities; serves as an introduction to the instructional needs of exceptional students in the home, school, and community; and methods and strategies for inclusive classrooms. Field experience required. Prerequisite: RED 370 and RED 332 or concurrent enrollment in RED 332.
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3.00 Credits
An in-depth analysis of selected topics in education. May be repeated for credit when topics are changed. Prerequisite: junior standing with nine hours of education courses and consent of the instructor. Student must be admitted to Teacher Education Program.
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3.00 Credits
Independent research on selected problems. Prerequisite: acceptance into the teacher education program and departmental approval. One to three hours credit.
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6.00 Credits
A field-based course which engages students with interdisciplinary investigations of contemporary instructional strategies and support. Particular focus will be placed on integrating social studies, geography, science and math, and the use of the creative arts to engage students in hands-on integrated instruction for students in EC-6 settings. Professional collaboration and the current technology used in area schools will be included. Prerequisite: ED 332 and ED 334A.
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