Education Department Courses
Education
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ED105 Early Childhood Development and Learning
- 4.00 credits. This course is designed to introduce students to the foundations of early childhood education, development and learning. The course focuses on the typical and atypical development of children between 0 and 9 years. Students will be introduced to different models and approaches in early childhood, developmentally appropriate practices and the philosophical, sociological, political and historical foundations of early childhood education. Register by Instructor.
- 4.00 credits. This course is designed to introduce students to the foundations of early childhood education, development and learning. The course focuses on the typical and atypical development of children between 0 and 9 years. Students will be introduced to different models and approaches in early childhood, developmentally appropriate practices and the philosophical, sociological, political and historical foundations of early childhood education. Register by Instructor.
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ED106 Early Adolescent/Adolescent Development and Learning
- 4.00 credits. A study of typical and atypical development of early adolescents/adolescents and the major learning theories pertaining to fourth through eighth grade. Emphasis is on connecting concepts, principles, theories and research on development and learning to instructional practices and the role of family, culture and community in development. Requires field experience. Register by Instructor.
- 4.00 credits. A study of typical and atypical development of early adolescents/adolescents and the major learning theories pertaining to fourth through eighth grade. Emphasis is on connecting concepts, principles, theories and research on development and learning to instructional practices and the role of family, culture and community in development. Requires field experience. Register by Instructor.
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ED150 Early Childhood Cognition
- 4.00 credits. This course will familiarize pre-service teachers with the concepts, theories and research of cognition and learning during the early childhood period (0 to 9 years). The course emphasizes the study of theories of cognitive development and learning, constructivism, memory, higher-order thinking, motivation, individual differences and the application of these theories in the early childhood classroom. Includes field experience, which will require FBI Clearance, Criminal Record Clearance, and Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance (fees). *Corequisite: ED 150L. Register by Instructor.
- 4.00 credits. This course will familiarize pre-service teachers with the concepts, theories and research of cognition and learning during the early childhood period (0 to 9 years). The course emphasizes the study of theories of cognitive development and learning, constructivism, memory, higher-order thinking, motivation, individual differences and the application of these theories in the early childhood classroom. Includes field experience, which will require FBI Clearance, Criminal Record Clearance, and Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance (fees). *Corequisite: ED 150L. Register by Instructor.
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ED151 Early Adolescent/Adolescent Cognition
- 4.00 credits. A course designed to familiarize pre-service teachers with concepts, theories and research on cognition and learning for pre-adolescents and adolescents. The course emphasizes the study of theories of cognitive development and learning, constructivism, memory, higher-order thinking, motivation, individual differences and the application of these theories in the classroom. Includes field experience, which will require FBI Clearance, Criminal Record Clearance, and Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance (fees). Register by Instructor. *Corequisite: ED 151L.
- 4.00 credits. A course designed to familiarize pre-service teachers with concepts, theories and research on cognition and learning for pre-adolescents and adolescents. The course emphasizes the study of theories of cognitive development and learning, constructivism, memory, higher-order thinking, motivation, individual differences and the application of these theories in the classroom. Includes field experience, which will require FBI Clearance, Criminal Record Clearance, and Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance (fees). Register by Instructor. *Corequisite: ED 151L.
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ED161 Integrated Technology I
- 2.00 credits. An introductory study of current and emerging instructional media and technologies used across the grades and curricula. Organizing time and records through technology and computer-mediated communications, including basic multimedia presentation tools, are presented. Classroom-related features of Word and PowerPoint are practiced at an introductory level. Register by Instructor.
- 2.00 credits. An introductory study of current and emerging instructional media and technologies used across the grades and curricula. Organizing time and records through technology and computer-mediated communications, including basic multimedia presentation tools, are presented. Classroom-related features of Word and PowerPoint are practiced at an introductory level. Register by Instructor.
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ED162 Integrated Technology II
- 2.00 credits. A study of current and emerging instructional media and technologies used across the grades and curricula. Computer-mediated communications - including advanced multimedia presentation tools such as embedded video - are developed. Advanced classroom-related PowerPoint and webpage development techniques are practiced. Emphasis will be placed on use of SmartBoards, integration of K-12 student use of computers during instruction, use of handhelds, WebQuests and videostreaming. *Prerequisite: permission from the Department based on demonstration of basic technology skills in Word and PowerPoint. Register by Instructor.
- 2.00 credits. A study of current and emerging instructional media and technologies used across the grades and curricula. Computer-mediated communications - including advanced multimedia presentation tools such as embedded video - are developed. Advanced classroom-related PowerPoint and webpage development techniques are practiced. Emphasis will be placed on use of SmartBoards, integration of K-12 student use of computers during instruction, use of handhelds, WebQuests and videostreaming. *Prerequisite: permission from the Department based on demonstration of basic technology skills in Word and PowerPoint. Register by Instructor.
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ED214 PreK-4 Family, School, and Community Partnerships
- 3.00 credits. A study of family and community risk and protective factors influencing the development of PreK-4 students and best practices and models for establishing family, school and community partnerships. *Prerequisite: ED 150 or ED 151. Register by Instructor.
- 3.00 credits. A study of family and community risk and protective factors influencing the development of PreK-4 students and best practices and models for establishing family, school and community partnerships. *Prerequisite: ED 150 or ED 151. Register by Instructor.
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ED222 Social Science for Social Studies Educators
- 4.00 credits. This course surveys the major themes and ideological debates associated with the Social Sciences, with emphasis upon the fields of anthropology, sociology, psychology, economics and political science. Key topics covered under the PDE and NCSS Standards for Early Adolescents and Adolescent educators also will be considered. *Prerequisites: ED 105 or 106, and 150 or 151. Register by Instructor. Spring semester, alternating years.
- 4.00 credits. This course surveys the major themes and ideological debates associated with the Social Sciences, with emphasis upon the fields of anthropology, sociology, psychology, economics and political science. Key topics covered under the PDE and NCSS Standards for Early Adolescents and Adolescent educators also will be considered. *Prerequisites: ED 105 or 106, and 150 or 151. Register by Instructor. Spring semester, alternating years.
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ED224 Pennsylvania History and Government for Social Studies Educators
- 4.00 credits. This course surveys political, economic, social and cultural developments in the Commonwealth from Penn's Charter until the present day, with special consideration of the key topics covered under the PDE standards for the Early Adolescent and Adolescent educators. Agriculture, technology, ethnicity and immigration, urbanization, civics, government and democratization are central themes. This course examines major historical themes and, where applicable, introduces key historiographical concepts and debates. *Prerequisites: ED 105 or 106, and 150 or 151. Register by Instructor. Fall semester.
- 4.00 credits. This course surveys political, economic, social and cultural developments in the Commonwealth from Penn's Charter until the present day, with special consideration of the key topics covered under the PDE standards for the Early Adolescent and Adolescent educators. Agriculture, technology, ethnicity and immigration, urbanization, civics, government and democratization are central themes. This course examines major historical themes and, where applicable, introduces key historiographical concepts and debates. *Prerequisites: ED 105 or 106, and 150 or 151. Register by Instructor. Fall semester.
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ED226 World Geography for Social Studies Educators
- 4.00 credits. This course surveys the major tools, techniques and methodological approaches associated with the disciplines of physical and cultural geography, with emphasis upon the current academic debates, western case studies, non-western case studies, cartography, human-environmental interaction, and "thinking geographically." Key topics covered under the PDE, NCSS and NCGE standards for Early Adolescent and Adolescent educators also will be considered. *Prerequisites: ED 105 or 106, and 150 or 151. Register by Instructor. Spring semester.
- 4.00 credits. This course surveys the major tools, techniques and methodological approaches associated with the disciplines of physical and cultural geography, with emphasis upon the current academic debates, western case studies, non-western case studies, cartography, human-environmental interaction, and "thinking geographically." Key topics covered under the PDE, NCSS and NCGE standards for Early Adolescent and Adolescent educators also will be considered. *Prerequisites: ED 105 or 106, and 150 or 151. Register by Instructor. Spring semester.
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ED241 ELL: Linguistic and Cultural Diversity in the Classroom
- 3.00 credits. An experiential approach to studying linguistic and cultural diversity in the classroom in preparation for teaching English Language Learners (ELL). Students will examine sociolinguistic aspects of U.S. and world cultures in K-12 settings and learn strategies for creating classrooms that promote equity and an appreciation for diversity. *Prerequisites: ED 105 or 106, and 150 or 151. Register by Instructor.
- 3.00 credits. An experiential approach to studying linguistic and cultural diversity in the classroom in preparation for teaching English Language Learners (ELL). Students will examine sociolinguistic aspects of U.S. and world cultures in K-12 settings and learn strategies for creating classrooms that promote equity and an appreciation for diversity. *Prerequisites: ED 105 or 106, and 150 or 151. Register by Instructor.
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ED242 The Use of Sign Language with People with Multi-Disabilities
- 2.00 credits. A practical sign language course for persons interested in special education. Information covered includes: 1) sign language and other alternative communication systems, 2) adaptive signing techniques, 3) developmental processes involved with signing, 4) how to choose a sign/sign system, and 5) basic core vocabulary for use with people with developmental disabilities in their environments (i.e., sheltered workshops, special school settings, group homes, etc.). *Prerequisites: ED 105 and 150. Register by Instructor. Spring semester.
- 2.00 credits. A practical sign language course for persons interested in special education. Information covered includes: 1) sign language and other alternative communication systems, 2) adaptive signing techniques, 3) developmental processes involved with signing, 4) how to choose a sign/sign system, and 5) basic core vocabulary for use with people with developmental disabilities in their environments (i.e., sheltered workshops, special school settings, group homes, etc.). *Prerequisites: ED 105 and 150. Register by Instructor. Spring semester.
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ED250 Language and Literacy Development in Early Childhood
- 4.00 credits. This course focuses on the research-based principles and practices for language and literacy development of children ages birth to 9. Topics include language acquisition, reading and writing development, and strategies for teaching comprehension, fluency, word study and vocabulary in the early grades (PreK through fourth). Requires field experience. *Prerequisites: ED 105 and 150 and corequisite: ED 250L. Register by Instructor.
- 4.00 credits. This course focuses on the research-based principles and practices for language and literacy development of children ages birth to 9. Topics include language acquisition, reading and writing development, and strategies for teaching comprehension, fluency, word study and vocabulary in the early grades (PreK through fourth). Requires field experience. *Prerequisites: ED 105 and 150 and corequisite: ED 250L. Register by Instructor.
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ED251 Language and Literacy Development in Elementary/Middle Level
- 4.00 credits. This course focuses on the research-based principles and practices for language and literacy development of intermediate-level students. This course provides functional knowledge needed to understand the role early language and literacy play in the success of adolescent students. Topics include language acquisition, reading and writing development, and strategies for teaching comprehension, fluency, word study and vocabulary in the fourth through eighth grades. Requires field experience. *Prerequisites: ED 106 and 151. Register by Instructor. Spring semester.
- 4.00 credits. This course focuses on the research-based principles and practices for language and literacy development of intermediate-level students. This course provides functional knowledge needed to understand the role early language and literacy play in the success of adolescent students. Topics include language acquisition, reading and writing development, and strategies for teaching comprehension, fluency, word study and vocabulary in the fourth through eighth grades. Requires field experience. *Prerequisites: ED 106 and 151. Register by Instructor. Spring semester.
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ED258 Educational Assessment and Evaluation
- 4.00 credits. Examines current issues, trends and practices in educational assessment. Emphasizes the study of different assessment and evaluation procedures in the early childhood, elementary and secondary classroom. Explores a variety of traditional and innovative approaches to assessment of student learning and development. *Prerequisites: ED 250 or 251, or permission of the Department. Register by Instructor.
- 4.00 credits. Examines current issues, trends and practices in educational assessment. Emphasizes the study of different assessment and evaluation procedures in the early childhood, elementary and secondary classroom. Explores a variety of traditional and innovative approaches to assessment of student learning and development. *Prerequisites: ED 250 or 251, or permission of the Department. Register by Instructor.
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ED305 Methods of Secondary Education
- 4.00 credits. A study of the instructional methodology of an academic discipline under the guidance of a clinical professor in the academic major (e.g., science, English, mathematics). Field experience is required. *Prerequisites: ED 106 and 151. Register by Instructor. Fall semester.
- 4.00 credits. A study of the instructional methodology of an academic discipline under the guidance of a clinical professor in the academic major (e.g., science, English, mathematics). Field experience is required. *Prerequisites: ED 106 and 151. Register by Instructor. Fall semester.
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ED325 Methods for Teaching Science and Health in Early Childhood
- 4.00 credits. A study of science processes in an early childhood school program and the utilization of multiple resources, organization, management, evaluation, instructional strategies, and integration of science and health in the early childhood program. Field experience is required. *Corequisites: ED 335, 345 and 365. Register by Instructor. Fall semester.
- 4.00 credits. A study of science processes in an early childhood school program and the utilization of multiple resources, organization, management, evaluation, instructional strategies, and integration of science and health in the early childhood program. Field experience is required. *Corequisites: ED 335, 345 and 365. Register by Instructor. Fall semester.
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ED326 Methods for Teaching Science and Health in Elementary/Middle Level
- 4.00 credits. This course provides for the study of science processes at the middle school level (fourth through eighth grades), with emphasis upon the utilization of multiple resources, organization, classroom management, instructional strategies and assessment. Field experience is required. *Prerequisite: ED 251 and corequisites: ED 336, 346, and 366. Register by Instructor. Spring semester.
- 4.00 credits. This course provides for the study of science processes at the middle school level (fourth through eighth grades), with emphasis upon the utilization of multiple resources, organization, classroom management, instructional strategies and assessment. Field experience is required. *Prerequisite: ED 251 and corequisites: ED 336, 346, and 366. Register by Instructor. Spring semester.
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ED335 Methods for Teaching Mathematics in Early Childhood
- 4.00 credits. A study of how children develop a background of understanding and skill in mathematics in Pre-K to fourth grade, concentrating on the development of problem-solving, reasoning, and communication skills in mathematics, and connecting mathematics and the real world. Additional focus will be on organization for instruction, alternative means of evaluation, and teaching special needs and at-risk students. Field experience is required. *Prerequisite: ED 250 and corequisites: ED 325, 345 and 365. Register by Instructor. Fall semester.
- 4.00 credits. A study of how children develop a background of understanding and skill in mathematics in Pre-K to fourth grade, concentrating on the development of problem-solving, reasoning, and communication skills in mathematics, and connecting mathematics and the real world. Additional focus will be on organization for instruction, alternative means of evaluation, and teaching special needs and at-risk students. Field experience is required. *Prerequisite: ED 250 and corequisites: ED 325, 345 and 365. Register by Instructor. Fall semester.
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ED336 Methods for Teaching Mathematics in Elementary/Middle Level
- 4.00 credits. A study of how children develop a background of understanding and skill in mathematics in fourth through eighth grades with emphasis on problem-solving, reasoning and communication skills. Additional focus will be on organization for instruction, teaching methods, accommodations and alternative strategies. *Prerequisite: ED 251 and corequisites: ED 326, 346 and 366. Register by Instructor. Spring semester.
- 4.00 credits. A study of how children develop a background of understanding and skill in mathematics in fourth through eighth grades with emphasis on problem-solving, reasoning and communication skills. Additional focus will be on organization for instruction, teaching methods, accommodations and alternative strategies. *Prerequisite: ED 251 and corequisites: ED 326, 346 and 366. Register by Instructor. Spring semester.
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ED345 Methods for Teaching Reading and Writing in Early Childhood
- 5.00 credits. An in-depth study of research-based methods and strategies for designing and implementing effective language arts instruction in early childhood. Students develop necessary skills to teach economically, academically, culturally, racially and linguistically diverse children. Course work includes the study of integrated reading and writing strategies, implementation of curricular materials, evaluation and assessment practices, and current language arts policies. Field experience required. *Prerequisite: ED 250, and corequisites: ED 325, 335 and 365. Register by Instructor. Fall semester.
- 5.00 credits. An in-depth study of research-based methods and strategies for designing and implementing effective language arts instruction in early childhood. Students develop necessary skills to teach economically, academically, culturally, racially and linguistically diverse children. Course work includes the study of integrated reading and writing strategies, implementation of curricular materials, evaluation and assessment practices, and current language arts policies. Field experience required. *Prerequisite: ED 250, and corequisites: ED 325, 335 and 365. Register by Instructor. Fall semester.
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ED346 Methods for Teaching Reading and Writing in Elementary/Middle Level
- 5.00 credits. This course examines instructional materials, teaching procedures, contexts for teaching content area reading, and assessment practices that will inform instruction and measure student progress. The goal of this course is to teach content area reading based on sound theories and research related to reading. *Prerequisite: ED 258 and corequisites: ED 326, 336 and 366. Register by Instructor.
- 5.00 credits. This course examines instructional materials, teaching procedures, contexts for teaching content area reading, and assessment practices that will inform instruction and measure student progress. The goal of this course is to teach content area reading based on sound theories and research related to reading. *Prerequisite: ED 258 and corequisites: ED 326, 336 and 366. Register by Instructor.
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ED351 Literacy Assessment and Intervention in Early Childhood
- 3.00 credits. This course provides an advanced study of literacy instruction with an emphasis on classroom-based assessments and instructional planning for intervention. This course examines the use of screening, diagnostic and formative literacy assessments in the classroom as well as standardized tests (including PSSA). Class assignments focus on current research to develop curriculum that supports ongoing evaluation of students' reading and writing progress and planning appropriate accommodations within a rich literacy environment. *Prerequisite: ED 345. Register by Instructor. Spring semester.
- 3.00 credits. This course provides an advanced study of literacy instruction with an emphasis on classroom-based assessments and instructional planning for intervention. This course examines the use of screening, diagnostic and formative literacy assessments in the classroom as well as standardized tests (including PSSA). Class assignments focus on current research to develop curriculum that supports ongoing evaluation of students' reading and writing progress and planning appropriate accommodations within a rich literacy environment. *Prerequisite: ED 345. Register by Instructor. Spring semester.
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ED352 Literacy Assessment and Intervention in Elem/Middle Level
- 3.00 credits. This course explores research-based approaches to teaching language arts for intermediate level students. Topics include extending meaning and recognition of vocabulary, critical reading and writing, formal and informal assessments, organizational patterns for group and/or individual instruction, and middle-grade reading experience and materials. *Prerequisite: ED 346. Register by Instructor. Fall semester.
- 3.00 credits. This course explores research-based approaches to teaching language arts for intermediate level students. Topics include extending meaning and recognition of vocabulary, critical reading and writing, formal and informal assessments, organizational patterns for group and/or individual instruction, and middle-grade reading experience and materials. *Prerequisite: ED 346. Register by Instructor. Fall semester.
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ED360 Integrated Strategies for Creative Expression in Early Childhood
- 4.00 credits. This course is designed to familiarize students with the creative, self-expression and problem-solving skills among children in early childhood settings. Students will explore creative learning theories and research and focus on developmentally appropriate curriculum strategies in all developmental domains. This course emphasizes strategies to develop, implement and evaluate activities in the environment that encourages and supports creative self expression and problem solving in children. *Prerequisite: ED 250. Register by Instructor. Spring semester, alternating years.
- 4.00 credits. This course is designed to familiarize students with the creative, self-expression and problem-solving skills among children in early childhood settings. Students will explore creative learning theories and research and focus on developmentally appropriate curriculum strategies in all developmental domains. This course emphasizes strategies to develop, implement and evaluate activities in the environment that encourages and supports creative self expression and problem solving in children. *Prerequisite: ED 250. Register by Instructor. Spring semester, alternating years.
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ED365 Methods for Teaching Social Studies in Early Childhood
- 4.00 credits. A study of content, teaching strategies, materials, organizing approaches and curricula for teaching social studies at the early elementary level (PreK through fourth grade). Students will be required to complete a field experience component, documented by a journal. *Prerequisite: ED 250 and corequisites: ED 325, 335 and 345. Register by Instructor. Fall semester.
- 4.00 credits. A study of content, teaching strategies, materials, organizing approaches and curricula for teaching social studies at the early elementary level (PreK through fourth grade). Students will be required to complete a field experience component, documented by a journal. *Prerequisite: ED 250 and corequisites: ED 325, 335 and 345. Register by Instructor. Fall semester.
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ED366 Methods for Teaching Social Studies in Elementary/Middle Level
- 4.00 credits. This course will examine the content, teaching strategies, materials, organizing approaches and curricula for teaching social studies at the middle school level (fourth through eight grades). Students will be required to complete a field experience component, documented by a journal. *Prerequisite: ED 251 and corequisites: ED 326, 336 and 346. Register by Instructor. Spring semester.
- 4.00 credits. This course will examine the content, teaching strategies, materials, organizing approaches and curricula for teaching social studies at the middle school level (fourth through eight grades). Students will be required to complete a field experience component, documented by a journal. *Prerequisite: ED 251 and corequisites: ED 326, 336 and 346. Register by Instructor. Spring semester.
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ED371 Special Topics in Education
- Variable credit. Topics chosen in response to student and faculty interests. Register by Instructor.
- Variable credit. Topics chosen in response to student and faculty interests. Register by Instructor.
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ED400 Senior Project in Education
- 2.00 credits. Students participating in the Department's Honors in the Discipline Program may register for this course during semesters in which research or writing for their project is being completed. Recognition for Honors in the Discipline is not assured by completion of this course. See Department Chair for additional information. *Prerequisite: invitation to Honors in the Discipline Program. Register by Instructor.
- 2.00 credits. Students participating in the Department's Honors in the Discipline Program may register for this course during semesters in which research or writing for their project is being completed. Recognition for Honors in the Discipline is not assured by completion of this course. See Department Chair for additional information. *Prerequisite: invitation to Honors in the Discipline Program. Register by Instructor.
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ED470 Professional Internship
- 12.00 credits. Supervised student teaching for a full semester at the level of certification (Early Childhood, Elementary/Middle, dual certification in Special Education, or Secondary Education). *Prerequisites: completion of all program requirements with Education prefixes and cumulative grade point average required at the time of full admission to the program and corequisites: ED 490, and 496 or 497. Graded Pass/No Pass. Register by Instructor.
- 12.00 credits. Supervised student teaching for a full semester at the level of certification (Early Childhood, Elementary/Middle, dual certification in Special Education, or Secondary Education). *Prerequisites: completion of all program requirements with Education prefixes and cumulative grade point average required at the time of full admission to the program and corequisites: ED 490, and 496 or 497. Graded Pass/No Pass. Register by Instructor.
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ED484 Independent Study in Education
- Variable credit. Upon the initiative of the student, a program of study may be organized with a faculty member on a topic of mutual interest. *Prerequisites: approval of the Department Chair and the Independent Study Committee. Register by Instructor.
- Variable credit. Upon the initiative of the student, a program of study may be organized with a faculty member on a topic of mutual interest. *Prerequisites: approval of the Department Chair and the Independent Study Committee. Register by Instructor.
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ED490 Exit Defense of Professional Portfolio
- 1.00 credit. Public presentation and defense of professional portfolio for graduation and certification. *Corequisites: ED 470, and 495, 496 or 497. Register by Instructor.
- 1.00 credit. Public presentation and defense of professional portfolio for graduation and certification. *Corequisites: ED 470, and 495, 496 or 497. Register by Instructor.
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ED495 Senior Seminar for Early Childhood
- 4.00 credits. A study of professional and ethical practices, family and community relationships, and special education issues in early childhood. (PreK-4th grade). Particular emphasis will be given to the laws, procedures, and codes of conduct that guide practice, collaboration with diverse families, advocacy for the rights of children and their families, and support for the transition of children to new educational settings. Graded Pass/No Pass. *Corequisites: ED 470 and 490. Register by Instructor.
- 4.00 credits. A study of professional and ethical practices, family and community relationships, and special education issues in early childhood. (PreK-4th grade). Particular emphasis will be given to the laws, procedures, and codes of conduct that guide practice, collaboration with diverse families, advocacy for the rights of children and their families, and support for the transition of children to new educational settings. Graded Pass/No Pass. *Corequisites: ED 470 and 490. Register by Instructor.
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ED496 Senior Seminar for Elementary/ Middle Level
- 4.00 credits. This course serves as an issues seminar for pre-service teachers, engaging them in active discussion of professional and ethical practices, family and community relationships, and special education issues in middle school settings (fourth through eighth grades). Particular emphasis will be given to the laws, procedures, and codes of conduct that guide practice, collaboration with diverse families, advocacy for the rights of early adolescent and adolescent students and their families, and support for the transition of adolescents to new educational settings. Graded Pass/No Pass. *Corequisites: ED 470 and 490. Register by Instructor.
- 4.00 credits. This course serves as an issues seminar for pre-service teachers, engaging them in active discussion of professional and ethical practices, family and community relationships, and special education issues in middle school settings (fourth through eighth grades). Particular emphasis will be given to the laws, procedures, and codes of conduct that guide practice, collaboration with diverse families, advocacy for the rights of early adolescent and adolescent students and their families, and support for the transition of adolescents to new educational settings. Graded Pass/No Pass. *Corequisites: ED 470 and 490. Register by Instructor.
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ED497 Senior Seminar for Secondary Education
- 4.00 credits. This course serves as an issues seminar for pre-service teachers, engaging them in active discussion of professional and ethical practices, family and community relationships, (urban, rural and suburban environments), advocacy for student rights, the transition of adolescents to new educational settings and special education issues in secondary school settings. Graded Pass/No Pass. *Corequisites: ED 470 and 490. Register by Instructor.
- 4.00 credits. This course serves as an issues seminar for pre-service teachers, engaging them in active discussion of professional and ethical practices, family and community relationships, (urban, rural and suburban environments), advocacy for student rights, the transition of adolescents to new educational settings and special education issues in secondary school settings. Graded Pass/No Pass. *Corequisites: ED 470 and 490. Register by Instructor.
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SED272 Learning Environment and Social Interaction in Inclusive Settings
- 4.00 credits. A study of the scientific principles and best practices for creating and sustaining an optimal learning environment and positive social interaction for diverse learners in an inclusive classroom setting. Emphasis is on analyzing factors that influence academic and social behavior, adapting the physical environment, implementing an equitable classroom management system, maintaining a respecful climate, teaching social skills, and implementing positive behavioral supports. *Prerequisites: ED 105 and 150, or 106 and 151, or permission of the Department. Register by Instructor.
- 4.00 credits. A study of the scientific principles and best practices for creating and sustaining an optimal learning environment and positive social interaction for diverse learners in an inclusive classroom setting. Emphasis is on analyzing factors that influence academic and social behavior, adapting the physical environment, implementing an equitable classroom management system, maintaining a respecful climate, teaching social skills, and implementing positive behavioral supports. *Prerequisites: ED 105 and 150, or 106 and 151, or permission of the Department. Register by Instructor.
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SED282 Foundations of Inclusive Education
- 4.00 credits. This course is an introduction to philosophical, historical and legal foundations of Special Education and inclusive education principles and practices. The history, etiology, characteristics and accommodations for students with special needs in the classroom setting will be examined. *Prerequisites: ED 105 or 106, and 150 or 151. Register by Instructor.
- 4.00 credits. This course is an introduction to philosophical, historical and legal foundations of Special Education and inclusive education principles and practices. The history, etiology, characteristics and accommodations for students with special needs in the classroom setting will be examined. *Prerequisites: ED 105 or 106, and 150 or 151. Register by Instructor.
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SED285 Methods of Teaching Students with High Incidence Disabilities
- 4.00 credits. A study of the specialized instructional strategies to adapt and accommodate classroom environments, testing methodologies, and curricula to meet the needs of exceptional children and youth. Emphasis is on high incidence disabilities, such as learning disabilities, ADD/ADHD, emotional and behavior disorders, communication disorders, and cultural or linguistic diversity. Field experience is required. *Prerequisites: ED 250 or 251, SED 282, or permission of the Department, and corequisites: SED 290 and 293. Register by Instructor.
- 4.00 credits. A study of the specialized instructional strategies to adapt and accommodate classroom environments, testing methodologies, and curricula to meet the needs of exceptional children and youth. Emphasis is on high incidence disabilities, such as learning disabilities, ADD/ADHD, emotional and behavior disorders, communication disorders, and cultural or linguistic diversity. Field experience is required. *Prerequisites: ED 250 or 251, SED 282, or permission of the Department, and corequisites: SED 290 and 293. Register by Instructor.
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SED290 Methods of Teaching Students with Low Incidence Disabilities
- 4.00 credits. A study of the specialized instructional strategies to adapt and accommodate classroom environments, testing methodologies, and curricula to meet the needs of exceptional children and youth. Emphasis is on low incidence disabilities, such as severe cognitive needs, low vision and blindness, hearing impairments and deafness, deaf-blindness, autism, severe health and physical disabilities, and traumatic brain injury. *Prerequisites: ED 250 or 251, and SED 282, or permission of the Department, and corequisites: SED 285 and 293. Register by Instructor.
- 4.00 credits. A study of the specialized instructional strategies to adapt and accommodate classroom environments, testing methodologies, and curricula to meet the needs of exceptional children and youth. Emphasis is on low incidence disabilities, such as severe cognitive needs, low vision and blindness, hearing impairments and deafness, deaf-blindness, autism, severe health and physical disabilities, and traumatic brain injury. *Prerequisites: ED 250 or 251, and SED 282, or permission of the Department, and corequisites: SED 285 and 293. Register by Instructor.
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SED293 Assessment in Special and Inclusive Education
- 4.00 credits. A study of the basic purposes and uses of various forms of assessment in Special and Inclusive Education. Emphasis is on basic uses of tests, important characteristics of good testing, legal and ethical consideration in assessment, and adapting tests to accommodate students with disabilities. *Prerequisites: ED 250 or 251, and SED 282, or permission of the Department, and corequisites: SED 285 and 290. Register by Instructor.
- 4.00 credits. A study of the basic purposes and uses of various forms of assessment in Special and Inclusive Education. Emphasis is on basic uses of tests, important characteristics of good testing, legal and ethical consideration in assessment, and adapting tests to accommodate students with disabilities. *Prerequisites: ED 250 or 251, and SED 282, or permission of the Department, and corequisites: SED 285 and 290. Register by Instructor.
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SED342 Effective Instruction for Students with PDD and/or ED
- 4.00 credits. This course is designed to prepare pre-service teachers for educating students with Pervasive Developmental Disorders (PDD) or Emotional Disturbance (ED). Students will identify characteristics associated with DSM-IV diagnoses, explore screening and assessment measures, and investigate a multitude of intervention approaches. Students will be exposed to current research, readings, videos and websites associated with the field. Students will utilize research-based effective practices for assessment, instructional and management procedures, transitioning and collaboration. Field experience required. *Prerequisites: SED 285, 290 and 293. Register by Instructor. Fall semester.
- 4.00 credits. This course is designed to prepare pre-service teachers for educating students with Pervasive Developmental Disorders (PDD) or Emotional Disturbance (ED). Students will identify characteristics associated with DSM-IV diagnoses, explore screening and assessment measures, and investigate a multitude of intervention approaches. Students will be exposed to current research, readings, videos and websites associated with the field. Students will utilize research-based effective practices for assessment, instructional and management procedures, transitioning and collaboration. Field experience required. *Prerequisites: SED 285, 290 and 293. Register by Instructor. Fall semester.
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SED344 Intensive Reading, Writing and Mathematics Intervention
- 4.00 credits. This course provides substantive, research-based instruction that effectively prepares future teachers to assess and provide interventions to students who are struggling in the reading, writing and mathematics content areas. An emphasis will be placed on determining differences between typical and problematic performance in each of the areas and modifying instructional methods, providing strategy instruction, and monitoring progress in each area. An intensive clinical field experience of 30 hours is required. *Prerequisites: SED 285, 290 and 293. Register by Instructor. Fall semester.
- 4.00 credits. This course provides substantive, research-based instruction that effectively prepares future teachers to assess and provide interventions to students who are struggling in the reading, writing and mathematics content areas. An emphasis will be placed on determining differences between typical and problematic performance in each of the areas and modifying instructional methods, providing strategy instruction, and monitoring progress in each area. An intensive clinical field experience of 30 hours is required. *Prerequisites: SED 285, 290 and 293. Register by Instructor. Fall semester.
