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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: PSYC 142. This course will include an overview of research and theory in the development of behavior in infancy, childhood, and youth, emphasizing physical, intellectual, and social development. Emphasis on the ideas of Piaget, Fred, Kohlbert, Erikson, Bronfenbrenner and Gessel, and others will be made. Child-study, childcare role playing, and class demonstrations will be an integral portion of the learning experiences. 3 lecture hours.
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Prerequisite: PSYC 142. Presents psychological variables in learning, devoting time to factors that affect the quality and direction of teaching. Students consider four broad areas: the teacher--his/her preparation, goals, uses of psychology, classroom responsibilities; the students – how their growth affects learning and adjustment; the classroom and other learning situations; and procedures for directing classroom activities. An optional lab is offered with this course; see course description for EDUL 242. 3 lecture hours.
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Prerequisite: Successful completion of READ 009, ENGL 009 and MATH 009, or recentered SAT Verbal Score of (R)380 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores. An overview of a variety of assistive technology devices, services, and systems will be introduced including those that enhance individual mobility, communication, learning, work, recreation, and daily living skills. Students will learn to understand and appreciate the impact of assistive technology on the lives of people with disabilities at school, work, and home. Related legislation and the assessment process will be explored. 3 lecture hours.
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Explores the responsibilities of teachers and childcare professionals in creating safe and healthy environments, and the intervention strategies that are employed to address issues in these areas. Students will be taught to recognize signs of malnutrition, abuse, eating disorders, violent and anti-social tendencies, environmental stressors, and physical hazards. Case studies will explore the role of counselors and the need for effective follow-up. 3 lecture hours.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisites: Successful completion of READ 011, ENGL 009, and MATH 009, or recentered SAT Verbal score of (R)420 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores. Designed to give students interested in an education major an opportunity to observe and participate in the public or parochial school education process, to receive supervision and guidance in developing teaching roles, and to share with others their experiences as a means of determining individual professional career choices. Major topics include motivation, values, lesson planning, classroom management, direct and indirect instruction, professionalism, microteaching, portfolio development, and INTASC standards. 3 lecture hours, 1 laboratory hour.
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An overview of some special needs of individuals with unusual capabilities or handicaps. Ways to help individuals achieve more fully their unique potential will be considered. Causes of handicaps and appropriate preventive measures will be included. 3 lecture hours.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides a contemporary view of the field of education and presents key issues to students who are considering a career as a teacher. Through lectures, films, speakers and school visits, students will cover the topics of philosophical foundations, history of American education, teacher motives, problems, skills and attitudes, school models, curriculum and administration, unionism, inequality, violence, student rights, salaries, the job market and licensing. 3 lecture hours.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisites: EDUC 290 and 291. Supervised internship experiences in special education agencies in the area and on-campus sessions providing simulated problem situations and instruction in appropriate teaching techniques. Exposure to practical problems and solutions for all kinds of handicaps (includes mental retardation, deafness, poor vi- sion, speech problems, crippled children, etc.). 3 lecture hours, 3 laboratory hours.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: Junior level standing or consent of the instructor. Introduction to subject-matter teaching in reformed middle and high schools; philosophy, organization, and curriculum of reformed middle and high schools; the role of the teacher as instructional leader and as a collaborator with colleagues; teacher responsibilities as a professional education; includes an observation practicum in local middle and high schools. 3 lecture hours, 1 laboratory hour.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisites: EDUC 301; and junior level standing or consent of the instructor. General methods of teaching. Emphasis on skill development in basic teaching and content area literacy strategies. Includes integration of national and state standards into planning to teach diverse learners; interdisciplinary curriculum and instruction; cooperative and individualized instruction; and integration of instructional technology, performance assessment, and management of the learning environment. Instructional and interpersonal consequences of decisions by both the teacher and the student will be discussed. Field experiences integrated with pedagogical knowledge of teaching. 3 lecture hours, 1 laboratory hour.
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