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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
Acquaints prospective teachers with the opportunities, preparation and professional responsibilities of the teaching profession. Designed to familiarize members of the general public with the modern American education system as it pertains to their roles as parents, consumers and taxpayers. It includes the historic background of the modern school system; the role of the school in community and society; the organization, administration, and support of the American school systems; varying philosophies of education; and current governmental standards.
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3.00 Credits
Presents a foundation of knowledge about the nature and needs of children with special needs and their families, and the community. Introduces the student to federal and state law, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), and Pennsylvania Commonwealth laws and regulations. The student will receive an overview of classifications of disabilities, cultural diversities, service options, and procedural safeguards. In addition, current issues, research, identification and assessment practices, support services and strategies for educating students with disabilities also are reviewed.
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1.00 Credits
Course will introduce education majors with the career opportunities and employment options in the educational field. Designed to familiarize students with the modern American education system as it pertains to their roles as teachers, coaches, paraprofessionals, aids, or specialists. The course will include role descriptions for specialized job titles in a school; the working relationship of specialized education professionals; and the Pennsylvania requirements to hold specialized educational positions.
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1.00 Credits
Initial field observation and teaching experiences in school classrooms that precede student teaching requires a minimum of 50 hours of observation and participation in a variety of settings. Students gain a closer look at the teacher education system and the relationship of learning theory and effective teaching strategies. Documentation of the field experience will be the completed field experience portfolio.
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3.00 Credits
Provides prospecitve teachers with an understanding of how to incorporate educational technologies in the contemporary classroom. With an in-depth look at new and emerging technologies, students will discover ways to integrate technology with teaching and learning. Intended for students seeking to improve their technology experience in the classroom.
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3.00 Credits
Course emphasis will be on assessment and documentation of knowledge and learning styles as it reflects student achievement. The course examines the links between cognitive learning styles and physical, social, and emotional growth in diverse learners. Five hours of observation required.
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the teaching of literacy, reading and comprehension for diverse students across all grade levels. The course will focus upon research and strategies to support the current trends and practices in assessment and instruction of literacy, reading and comprehension. The course covers a full range of the reading curriculum, serving as an introduction to instructing students in tutoring, small groups and classroom settings. The class includes ten hours of field experience with students.
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3.00 Credits
The course is an overview of behavior problems and disorders that may be encountered in early childhood, middle and secondary, and special education environments. Identification, classification, assessment and multidisciplinary services are examined with focus on management and intervention strategies. Fundamental principles of guidance and constructive discipline will be addressed.
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3.00 Credits
This course will present best practice for integrating technologies and enhancing instruction in an educational setting. Students will analyze current technologies for their effectiveness and use with diverse learners. Online collaboration and web literacy tools will be evaluated for their effectiveness in building learning communities. This course is designed for individuals with intermediate computer skills.
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3.00 Credits
Course allows students to develop an understanding of the importance and complex characteristics of families and communication. Course will enable students to creat respectful, reciprocal relationships with families that support and empower families and involve all families in their children's development and learning. Course will present foundation and skill in the area of comprehending family dynamics, family structure and communications with-in diverse families. The course will focus upon dynamics that lead to conflicts between schools and families and how to implement effective means to resolve these conflicts via understanding communication patterns, cultural values and appropriate communication. The course is designed for individuals that work with families in a variety of situations, including early learning centers, schools, social services institutions and criminal justice environments.
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