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Course Descriptions

 

Arts
  

  • ART 601 - Experimental Drawing

    3 credits
    Advanced-level drawing class extends beyond traditional boundaries to explore two-dimensional surface through use of metaphoric visual language. Variety of papers, pigments, drawing tools (traditional and contemporary) and adhesives used. Larger scale works encouraged. Lab fee.
  

  • ART 610 - Modern Art Seminar

    3 credits
    Introduces major trends, theories and movements in 20th-century art (Cubism, Surrealism, Expressionism, Minimalism, etc.); Modernism and Postmodernism discussed within Western contexts while addressing non-Western influences.

  

  • ART 611 - Introduction to Graphic Design

    3 credits
    Working in the Adobe Creative Suite, students will learn how to use modern design software to create logos, illustrations, and other graphics for both print and screen. Students will also survey the history of graphic design, learning both constant principles of design and gaining an understanding of current trends in the design community.

  

  • ART 612 - Figure Painting

    3 credits
    A studio painting course exploring use of human figure in narrative, social commentary, religious iconography and other contexts. Model fee.
  

  • ART 613 - Advanced Painting

    3 credits
    Explores and extends personal visual language and promotes greater sophistication of painting technique and theory. Lab fee.
  

  • ART 614 - Painting in Mixed Media: Methods and Mediums

    3 credits
    Advanced level painting class exploring abstract and expressionist contemporary painting using a wide variety of media. This class welcomes experimental methods and the unique melding of media to push against traditional concepts of painting. Throughout the painting process, students will be in creative dialogue with modernist and current painters.

  

  • ART 620 - Photography

    3 credits
    Introduces fundamentals of cameras, lighting, composition, basics of processing and printing black and white film, and use of photography as medium of communication and artistic expression. Lab fee.
  

  • ART 621 - Introduction to Photoshop

    3 credits
    Course description: Students will learn the basics of photo editing and manipulation in Adobe Photoshop, from making basic adjustments to creating novel, composite images. Students will also be briefly introduced to the history of photography and how photo editing has shaped photography’s role and reception in the artistic world.

  

  • ART 625 - Clay Sculpture

    3 credits
    Hands-on course to develop skills in three-dimensional thinking and gain working knowledge of sculptural properties of clay. Both additive and subtractive processes of construction used. Conceptual focus on mass, volume, concavity, convexity and overall interaction of form in space, along with proportion, detail and surface texture. Works completed using a combination of various methods including firing, painting and glazing. Lab fee.

  

  • ART 630 - Ceramics

    3 credits
    Create stoneware functional pieces on pottery wheels in addition to crafting unique hand-built pieces (pinch pots, coil pots, slab pieces). Finish pieces from a selection of over 25 high fire glazes. Small classes focus on individualized attention. All clay and materials are provided. Lab fee due at end of session to the professor: firing charge of $4.75/lb of finished, glazed pots
  

  • ART 650 - Street Art: A Culture of Social and Political Change

    3 credits
    Street art has become a global means of cultural, social, and political reform. Numerous forms, genres, and strategies for street art generate new forms of communication and meaning, giving visibility to marginalized voices. The leading practitioners and innovative kinds of work being done from the 1990s to the present include Banksy, Shepard Fairey, Os Gemeos, Barry McGee, Hot Tea, JR, Swoon, Zevs, and others. Questions this course will consider include: How did “street art” and “graffiti ” become legitimized forms of cultural transmission? How does an “outsider” form of art become a privileged category “inside” established art and media institutions? What effect does this privilege have on the legitimacy of street art itself? What influence do media coverage, rebel persona, identity politics, and art world institutions have on the credibility and authenticity of street art? Upon completion of this course, students should be able to engage in critical thinking, semiotics, and urban anthropology; to apply critical imagination in decoding of subversive artifacts; and to interpret the streets and other public spaces of urban landscapes.

  

  • ART 652 - American Art History as Cultural Encounter

    3 credits
    Investigates conversation between many cultures and styles that have taken American art from its emergence in the Americas about 5,000 years ago, to its position in the European art world during colonial and post-colonial times, to final recognition of America as a modern global art leader.

  

  • ART 663 - Selected Topics

    3 credits
    Research, analysis and investigation of appropriate topic or issue of discipline not covered elsewhere.

  

  • ART 673 - Selected Topics

    3 credits
    Research, analysis and investigation of appropriate topic or issue of discipline not covered elsewhere.

  

  • ART 678 - Using Museums in the Classroom

    3 credits
    Exposes educators to educational programs and resources of science, art and history museums. Broadens teachers’ awareness of what is available through cooperative interaction with museum education departments and their staff. Classes will visit a variety of the area’s leading museums and participate in training workshops led by some of the Boston area’s foremost museum educators.


Biology
  

  • BIO 601 - The Science of Forensics

    3 credits
    Focuses on biological and chemical principles and processes that aid in solving crimes. Identifies chemical clues and signatures, DNA fingerprinting, decomposition and decomposer life cycles related to timing and location of crimes. Explores the use of science in the service of justice for all. Lab fee.
  

  • BIO 602 - Crops and Society

    3 credits
    Studies major food crops in world agriculture; adaptation, production, utilization, morphology and reproduction. Focus on social, economic, political, cultural and environmental issues pertaining to past and modern agricultural practices.

  

  • BIO 604 - Conservation Biology

    3 credits
    Presents ecological, population and genetic factors that influence biological diversity from biological, social and faith-based perspectives. Topics include theoretical concepts and practical applications to preserve and protect ecosystems, habitats and species in decline, with emphasis on sustainability and stewardship.

  

  • BIO 610 - Motor Control and Learning

    3 credits
    Examines perceptual, memory and motor functions in acquisition, retention and control of motor skills. Explores central and peripheral nervous system mechanism involved in control of movement. Weekly lab. Lab fee.

  

  • BIO 613 - Anatomy and Physiology

    3 credits

    Using a systems approach to the study of human anatomy and physiology, this course examines the structures, functions and homeostatic mechanisms of cells, tissues and selected organ systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous and special senses. Selected topics will be examined to allow for further study of content in applied contexts with emphases on health and disease. Laboratory activities will include opportunities for cadaver-based study as well as the study of other human tissues. 


    Note: Course content will be covered as an asynchronous, online course with two laboratory activities held on campus (laboratory dates and times to be determined based on student/instructor schedules and availability). Lab fee.
  

  • BIO 620 - Computational Biomechanics: Modeling & Simulation of Human Movement

    3 credits
    Examines application of advanced kinematic and kinetic analyses in assessment of human motion. Concepts of data processing, three-dimensional analysis, mechanical modeling and energy and power analysis applied in sport and rehabilitation contexts. Special emphasis on analysis of locomotion.

  

  • BIO 621 - Molecular Cell Biology

    3 credits
    Surveys subcellular structures, composition and function at the molecular level.  Emphasis given to regulatory mechanisms of genetic information flow from DNA to protein, cell-cell signaling and cell cycle control.

  

  • BIO 624 - Astronomy

    3 credits

    Important topics in modern astronomy for both science and nonscience majors including light, telescopes, planets, normal stars, pulsars, black holes, galaxies, quasars and origin of universe. Cross-listed as PHY624

     

  

  • BIO 625 - Nutrition

    3 credits
    Explores fundamentals of current nutritional science; emphasizes physiological basis. Analyzes proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals and their major functions, and importance of water. Encompasses whole person and integral role of nutrition in human health.

  

  • BIO 630 - Introduction to Marine Science

    3 credits
    The ocean is a complex environment, and as such, the field of Marine Science is interdisciplinary by its very nature.  This course will provide an overview of the four main disciplines of oceanography: geological, chemical, physical and biological oceanography in the classroom and lab, out in the field, and out on the water. Lab fee.
  

  • BIO 633 - Immunology

    3 credits
     Immunology is the study of the immune system, focusing mostly on mammals and humans. This system operates as a complex network of cells, tissues and proteins that work together to protect your body from unfriendly invaders such as viruses, fungi and bacteria. This is an integrative course of study that calls upon cell biology, molecular biology, anatomy, physiology, and biochemistry.

  

  • BIO 634 - Cancer Biology

    3 credits
    Students will delve into the history of cancer as one of medicine’s greatest challenges. Twenty-four significant milestones in the understanding of cancer will be explored by thoroughly reading and discussing key papers for most of these milestones. Various methods for encouraging participation and discussion will be employed.

  

  • BIO 635 - Environmental Science

    3 credits
    This course will focus on the broad range of science concerning the environment. Topics will be selected that are relevant to teaching and that will provide necessary background to understand science and the environment for primary and secondary education. The focus will be conservation biology and the biology of environmental science. Lab fee.
  

  • BIO 637 - Earth and Space

    3 credits
    Includes basic astronomy, meteorology, geology and oceanography.  Topics will range from plate tectonics to climate change to the history of earth and the universe.  Emphasis on activities, field trips and laboratories for these topics. Lab fee.
  

  • BIO 640 - The Mathematics of Science

    3 credits
    Examines connections between and integration of mathematics and science. Focuses on the intersection of biology and mathematics.

  

  • BIO 641 - Biochemistry

    3 credits
    Explores inner workings of cellular metabolism, starting with basic biomolecules such as amino acids and building to biosynthesis and maintenance of body homeostasis. Lab fee.
  

  • BIO 644 - Landscape Ecology and GIS

    3 credits
    Focus on field techniques, including use of GPS, and on analysis of community and population ecology data. Connections with local groups lead to field project. Individual research.

  

  • BIO 663 - Selected Topics

    3 credits
    Research, analysis and investigation of appropriate topic or issue of discipline not covered elsewhere.

  

  • BIO 673 - Selected Topics

    3 credits
    Research, analysis and investigation of appropriate topic or issue of discipline not covered elsewhere.


Chemistry
  

  • CHE 601 - The Science of Forensics

    3 credits
    Focuses on biological and chemical principles and processes that aid in solving crimes.  Identifies chemical clues and signatures, DNA fingerprinting, decomposition and decomposer life cycles related to timing and location of crimes. Explores the use of science in the service of justice for all. Lab fee.
  

  • CHE 611 - Quantitative Analysis

    3 credits
    Surveys analytical techniques in chemistry and introduces modern methods of chemical analysis in hands-on experiments. Digs deeper to emphasize practical applications in laboratory environment. Topics include error analysis and statistics, titrimetric analysis, electrochemistry, ASTM standard methods.

  

  • CHE 612 - Instrumental Analysis

    3 credits
    Introduces instrumental methods of quantitative and qualitative analysis, including chromatography (gas and liquid), spectroscopy (UV-Vis, fluorescence, FTIR, AA, mass) and associated hyphenated techniques (gas chromatography mass spectrometry). Laboratory emphasizes environmental and bioanalytical applications. Lab fee.
  

  • CHE 615 - Organic Chemistry

    3 credits
    Considers importance of carbon chemistry in our lives and world, and emphasizes application of principles of green chemistry in this field. Surveys representative organic compounds; discusses alkanes, alkenes and alkynes, and structure, properties, synthesis and reactions of these molecules.

  

  • CHE 625 - Nutrition

    3 credits
    Explores fundamentals of current nutritional science; emphasizes physiological basis. Analyzes proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals and their major functions, and importance of water. Encompasses whole person and integral role of nutrition in human health.

  

  • CHE 637 - Earth and Space

    3 credits
    Includes basic astronomy, meteorology, geology and oceanography. Topics will range from plate tectonics to climate change to the history of earth and the universe. Emphasis on activities, field trips and laboratories for these topics.

  

  • CHE 640 - Mathematics of Science

    3 credits
    Examines connections between and integration of mathematics and science. Focuses on the intersection of biology and mathematics.

  

  • CHE 641 - Biochemistry

    3 credits
    Explores inner workings of cellular metabolism, starting with basic biomolecules such as amino acids and building to biosynthesis and maintenance of body homeostasis. Lab fee.
  

  • CHE 663 - Selected Topics

    3 credits
    Research, analysis and investigation of appropriate topic or issue of discipline not covered elsewhere.

  

  • CHE 670 - Green Chemistry

    3 credits
    Green chemistry, also known as sustainable chemistry, is the design of chemical products and processes that reduce or eliminate the use or generation of hazardous substances. Green chemistry applies across the life cycle of a chemical product, including its design, manufacture, and use. Lab fee.
  

  • CHE 671 - Environmental Chemistry

    3 credits
    Examines basic chemistry of the environment and how we as humans effect change through air, water and soil.

  

  • CHE 672 - Natural Medicinal Products

    3 credits
    Introduces discoveries of naturally occurring medicinal compounds and their elaboration into pure materials used in modern medicine. Similar to independent study program where topic of research and corresponding project is driven by student. (Field trips)

  

  • CHE 673 - Selected Topics

    3 credits
    Research, analysis and investigation of appropriate topic or issue of discipline not covered elsewhere.


Digital Literacy/Computer Science
  

  • CPS 501 - Introduction to Programming

    3 credits
    Introduces fundamental programming concepts using Python. Topics include nature of algorithms, essential control structures and data representation. Weekly programming laboratories. Lab fee.

  

  • CPS 520 - Object Oriented Software Development

    3 credits
    Introduces object-oriented analysis and design using a statically typed programming language, encapsulation, inheritance, polymorphism, use cases, UML modeling, design patterns and testing methods. Continued development of design and programming skills using UML and Java through weekly laboratories and a semester team project. Lab fee
  

  • CPS 521 - Software Systems

    3 credits
    Introduces fundamental software systems: operating systems, computer networks, and database management systems. Common concerns such as concurrency and security. Continued development of design and programming skills using Java through weekly laboratories. Lab fee
  

  • CPS 522 - Data Structures and Algorithms

    3 credits
    Introduces analysis of algorithms; implementation of data structures; advanced methods for organizing data in primary and secondary storage; problem-solving strategies; recursion; parallel algorithms; continued development of algorithm analysis skills. Weekly laboratories introduce C++ including use of templates and Standard Template Library. Lab fee
  

  • CPS 603 - Computers and Society

    3 credits
    Uses and impact of computers in modern society; considers ethical and moral issues in context of Christian worldview. Nontechnical; open to all students. Students will engage in a significant social impact project during the course.


Education
  

  • EDU 520 - Teaching Strategies

    3 credits
    Instruction in parameters of teaching, including classroom management, instruction, motivation and curriculum. Students learn and demonstrate understanding of strategies in classroom. Major emphasis to plan thematic unit or other appropriate unit of study incorporating objectives, lessons and evaluation. Students consider needs of all students, taking into account such factors as multiple intelligence theory, learning style and exceptionality.

    Requires field experience in classroom setting, arranged according to guidelines set for individual students by graduate program
  

  • EDU 521 - Math in the Interactive Classroom

    3 credits
    Acquaints classroom teachers with development of mathematical concepts in curriculum through use of manipulatives. The NCTM Curriculum Standards and Massachusetts Math Curriculum Framework assume manipulatives are an integral part of instruction in classroom, where learning of mathematics is an active process. Variety of manipulatives utilized.

  

  • EDU 522 - Integrating English Language Arts in the Classroom

    2 credits
    Explores teaching theory and practices needed for effective instruction of English language arts. Participants become familiar with curriculum standards and instructional practices in teaching language arts. Students develop methods and practices in teaching writing and in integrating literature in the classroom.

  

  • EDU 523 - Integrating History in the Classroom

    2 credits
    Prepares teachers to educate young citizens in today’s fast-changing, culturally diverse world. Offers highly effective methods for fueling student’s interest through brain-based learning, standards-based learning, and differentiated instruction. Focuses on research and understanding of founding documents in American history.

  

  • EDU 524 - Integrating Science in the Classroom

    2 credits
    Prepares teachers to educate students in scientific theory, principles of scientific inquiry, and relevant practices for effective instruction in scientific methods.

  

  • EDU 527 - Exploring Mathematical Concepts

    3 credits
    Explores ways to expand teacher’s knowledge of strategies used to teach mathematics. Topics include number and operation; algebraic thinking; geometry; measurement; problem solving, justifying and reasoning; mathematical communication; representation and making mathematical connections.

  

  • EDU 528 - Disciplinary Literacy and Writing

    3 credits
    Students integrate literacy instruction (reading, writing, speaking and thinking) into disciplines in areas of licensure

  

  • EDU 533 - Science of Reading

    3 credits
    Based on findings of scientifically based reading research. Consideration of teaching theories, methods, strategies and materials for teaching literacy viewed in light of current reading research. Each of five components of reading as identified by National Reading Panel (2000) examined through study of reading process.

  

  • EDU 543 - Science of Effective Literacy Instruction

    3 credits
    Based on the findings of scientifically-based reading research. Consideration of teaching theories, methods, strategies and materials for teaching literacy are viewed in light of current reading research. Most effective instructional methods for each of the five components of reading as identified by the National Reading Panel (2000) will be examined in depth through study of the reading process and through instructional practice. Students will advance their understanding by critical reading of current research and application of findings to instructional practice.

    Prerequisite(s): EDU 533  
  

  • EDU 562 - Human Development and Learning

    3 credits
    Introduces major theories of human development from infancy through adulthood. Special emphasis on educational needs and implications of each aspect of lifespan. Students encouraged to integrate knowledge of human development and learning with theological principles and ethical considerations. Includes lecture, discussion, group participation, case studies and audio-visual presentations.

  

  • EDU 564 - Introduction to Exceptionality

    3 credits
    Basic special education for pre-K through grade 12 teachers. Provides participants general understanding of special education federal and state law, procedures and responsibilities. Covers impact of child with disabilities on family and culture of family. Introduces strategies for working and collaborating with parents and other professionals as well as discovering resources of services for family by other agencies. Analysis of issues and in-depth look at most frequent types of disabilities encountered in classroom. Identifies ways to design or modify curriculum for children with disabilities in general education classroom when universally designed plans do not meet these students’ needs.

  

  • EDU 575 - Classroom Management and Organization

    3 credits
    Provides ideas, techniques and skills to improve performance of professional educators. Explores discipline theories and practical ideas, effective teaching strategies, classroom organizational models and other issues related to teaching and learning.

  

  • EDU 579 - Methods and Practice in Second Content Concentration

    3 credits
    Student has taken a second methods course to meet the requirements of obtaining a second license in a second content area.

  

  • EDU 580 - Methods and Practice in Early Childhood Education

    3 credits
    Emphasizes teaching methods appropriate for preschool through grade 2 and early childhood curriculum. Interdisciplinary teaching unit developed to meet needs of students with and without disabilities in early childhood classroom.

    Significant documented field experience.
  

  • EDU 581 - Methods and Practice in Elementary Education

    3 credits
    Emphasizes teaching methods for grades 1-6 and particular curriculum of elementary school. Explores teaching theory and practices relevant to elementary level teacher. Become familiar with Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and standards and benchmarks for all curriculum areas. Develop methods and practices which equip effective elementary teachers.

    Significant documented field experience.
  

  • EDU 582 - Methods and Practice in Teaching Students with Moderate Disabilities

    3 credits
    Prepares teachers of learners with moderate disabilities through curriculum and teaching methods. Provides examination of assessment instruments, diagnostic process, and instructional implications for students with suspected disabilities. Special education process examined, including laws and IEPs.

    Prerequisite(s): EDU 564  

    Significant documented field experience.
  

  • EDU 583 - Methods and Practice in Middle School Education

    3 credits
    Prepares teachers of middle school grades 5-8 through curriculum and teaching methods. Looks closely at becoming effective middle school teacher and all that encompasses. Learn about goals, objectives, learning styles and methods of teaching middle school; how to grow as professionals; and use of technology. Developing unit plan a major focus in preparing for practicum.

    Field observation hours required. Significant documented field experience.
  

  • EDU 584 - Methods and Practice in Secondary Education

    3 credits
    Emphasizes appropriate methods and curriculum in variety of content fields in high school: art, biology, chemistry, English, foreign language-French or Spanish, mathematics, physics. Looks closely at becoming effective high school teacher and all that encompasses. Students learn about goals, objectives, learning styles and methods of teaching high school; how to grow as professionals; and use of technology. Developing unit plan a major focus in preparing for practicum.

    Field observation hours required. Significant documented field experience.
  

  • EDU 586 - Methods and Practice 5-12 in the Content

    3 credits
    Prepares teachers through curriculum and teaching methods in the content. Looks closely at becoming effective content teachers and all that encompasses. Learn about goals, objectives, learning styles and methods of teaching in the content; how to grow as professionals; and use of technology. Developing unit plan a major focus in preparing for practicum.

  

  • EDU 587 - Practicum and Seminar: Early Childhood

    3 credits
    Full-time, 12-week supervised practicum assignment in appropriate school setting. Must complete minimum of 360 clock hours in classroom, including at least 180 hours of full responsibility. Required seminars at College. Supervising practitioner and College faculty supervisor give each preservice teacher guidance and supervision during practicum. Supervising practitioner provides daily support and feedback. College supervisors visit student teachers throughout practicum to observe them in classroom, provide feedback and conduct three-way conferences.  

  

  • EDU 588 - Practicum and Seminar: Elementary

    3 credits
    Full-time, 12-week supervised practicum assignment in appropriate school setting. Must complete minimum of 360 clock hours in classroom, including at least 180 hours of full responsibility. Required seminars at College. Supervising practitioner and College faculty supervisor give each preservice teacher guidance and supervision during practicum. Supervising practitioner provides daily support and feedback. College supervisors visit student teachers throughout practicum to observe them in classroom, provide feedback and conduct three-way conferences.

  

  • EDU 589 - Practicum and Seminar in Content Area

    3 credits
    Full-time, 12-week supervised practicum assignment in appropriate school setting. Must complete minimum of 360 clock hours in classroom, including at least 180 hours of full responsibility. Required seminars at College. Supervising practitioner and College faculty supervisor give each preservice teacher guidance and supervision during practicum. Supervising practitioner provides daily support and feedback. College supervisors visit student teachers throughout practicum to observe them in classroom, provide feedback and conduct three-way conferences.

  

  • EDU 590 - Internship

    3 credits
    Supervised teaching experience in appropriate setting. Must be prearranged and approved by instructor.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission from Director of Graduate Education.
  

  • EDU 591 - Action Research Infant Toddler Education

    3 credits
    Introduces methods of qualitative and quantitative research. Student identifies research question related to classroom setting; explores action research methods; conducts survey of professional literature germane to question; develops research tools and research plan. Student conducts action research study based on plan and reports findings at conclusion of course.  

  

  • EDU 599 - Practicum and Seminar: Moderate Disabilities

    3 credits
    Full-time, 12-week supervised practicum assignment in appropriate school setting. Must complete minimum of 360 clock hours in classroom, including at least 180 hours of full responsibility. Required seminars at College. Supervising practitioner and College faculty supervisor give each preservice teacher guidance and supervision during practicum. Supervising practitioner provides daily support and feedback. College supervisors visit student teachers throughout practicum to observe them in classroom, provide feedback and conduct three-way conferences.  

  

  • EDU 600 - Independent Study in Graduate Education

    Variable credits
    Independent course in topic not available in existing curriculum. Limited availability subject to faculty workload. May require lab fee.

    Prerequisite(s): Program director permission.
  

  • EDU 601 - Remote Teaching Strategies and Tools

    1 credits
    This is an immersive and gamified remote professional development experience that models effective online learning strategies and provides opportunities for K-12 teachers to select their own path to success. Many opportunities are provided for teachers to experiment, reflect, and practice remote learning skills and technology to be better prepared for remote and hybrid learning environments. Emphasis is placed on building upon existing skills and tools to support and enhance classroom connections, community, collaboration, assessments, and motivation. Select your own learning path and earn badges throughout the modules as you discover new tools and practice new digital instructional skills for your students.

  

  • EDU 603 - Number Sense

    3 credits
    This course will address the progression of number sense concepts from Kindergarten through Grade 8 as they relate to and support instruction in middle school and high school settings. Emphasis will be on deepening teachers’ understanding of arithmetic operations, teaching concepts v. procedures, and incorporating the Standards for Mathematical Practice.

  

  • EDU 604 - Philosophy, Ethics and Teaching in Schools

    3 credits
    Examines historical and philosophical roots of curriculum and pedagogy in today’s schools. Every effort made to relate past to present and view contemporary issues in historical perspective. Teachers challenged to apply principles and ethical standards in classrooms and develop own coherent philosophy of education.

  

  • EDU 613 - Assistive Technology, Augmentative and Alternative Communication

    1 credits
    Reviews common assistive technology, augmentative communication and alternative forms of communication for the classroom. Observe and identify various ways to help students access curriculum using these techniques. Build a personal library of resources to assist their work in the classroom.

  

  • EDU 614 - Integrating Technology for All Students

    3 credits
    Explores and gains working knowledge of current instructional technologies. Class demonstrations and hands-on exercises focus on systems and tools PreK-12 teachers may find in their districts and schools. Become familiar with web tools and current hardware and software platforms. Assists teachers in computer technology for students with special needs in general or specific settings. Overview of appropriate adaptive software as well as tools to evaluate and use computer technology for individualizing instruction. Technology fee.

  

  • EDU 615 - Mentoring New Teachers

    3 credits
    Develops a shared language that enables new teachers to develop, grow and learn in a supportive, mentored environment.  Honors the mentors’ experiences and enhances knowledge of mentoring by providing activities that systematically support the development of novice teachers and foster their success in the classroom.

  

  • EDU 620 - Mentoring in Action: Becoming a Qualified Mentor

    3 credits
    For experienced classroom teachers; information and necessary skills to be effective mentors for new teachers.

  

  • EDU 622 - Integrating English Language Arts in the Classroom

    2 credits
    Explores teaching theory and practices needed for effective instruction of English language arts. Participants become familiar with curriculum standards and instructional practices in teaching language arts. Students develop methods and practices in teaching writing and in integrating literature in the classroom.

  

  • EDU 623 - Integrating History in the Classroom

    2 credits
    Prepares teachers to educate young citizens in today’s fast-changing, culturally diverse world. Offers highly effective methods for fueling student’s interest through brain-based learning, standards-based learning, and differentiated instruction. Focuses on research and understanding of founding documents in American history.

  

  • EDU 624 - Integrating Science in the Classroom

    2 credits
    Prepares teachers to educate students in scientific theory, principles of scientific inquiry, and relevant practices for effective instruction in scientific methods.

  

  • EDU 625 - Curriculum Models and Design

    3 credits
    Designed to give broad sense of curriculum development requiring student to examine philosophies behind curriculum design, analyze curriculum models with respect to different paradigms, understand basic components and concepts of curriculum development, and design curricular models following current practices for appropriate grade levels. Theory integrated with practical application gives teachers principles to develop, improve and evaluate curriculum within school system, grade level and individual classroom.

  

  • EDU 627 - Engaging the Mind: Teaching Critical Thinking Grades 5-12

    3 credits
    EDU 627 will be comprised of classes of explicit and applied instruction related to embedding critical thinking skills, decision making, the Paideia Seminar and the Oxford Debate into disciplinary classes, grades 5-12. The classes will be highly participatory, collaborative and engaging. The final class will be committed to individual presentations of lessons built around the skills experienced in class.

  

  • EDU 629 - Integrating Reading, Writing and Technology

    3 credits
    Prepares experienced teachers to integrate technology with language arts instruction. Students examine theory, research and appropriate programs, materials and technology in effort to promote effective instruction in reading and writing with technology. Dual emphases of theory and application include close examination of research and theory related to judicious use of technological tools, and hands-on analysis of technology that supports literacy instruction. Technology fee.

  

  • EDU 630 - Integrating Math, Writing and Technology

    3 credits
    Prepares teachers to integrate technology with mathematics and writing instruction. Students examine theory and appropriate programs, materials and technology to promote effective instruction in writing and mathematics. Emphasis on evaluation and application of a variety of technological tools. Technology fee.

  

  • EDU 631 - Integrating Literature throughout the Curriculum

    3 credits
    Offers extensive reading experience, mainly in children’s literature and young adult literature (including a variety of genres), but also in supportive professional readings. Methods and ideas for integrating high quality children’s literature throughout subject areas shared, generated and discussed.

  

  • EDU 633 - Principles of Structured Literacy

    3 credits
    Based on the elements of Structured Literacy including phonology, sound-symbol association, syllables, morphology, syntax, and semantics. Examination of research-based reading instruction, intervention, and assessment. Field Experience.

    Field experience.
  

  • EDU 634 - Language Acquisition, Learning Disabilities and ESL

    3 credits
    Provides fundamentals and methodologies of assessing and instructing English Language Learners toward improved literacy. Explores preconditions and methodology needed for ELL students to succeed, as well as linguistic theory and equity issues related to second language acquisition. Current issues in ELL literacy education analyzed and critiqued.

    Field experience.
  

  • EDU 635 - Sheltering Content Instruction for ESL

    3 credits
    Provides teachers who work with English language learners with knowledge and skills needed to effectively shelter content instruction for students. Examines strategies for lesson preparation and delivery.

  

  • EDU 637 - Selected Topics in Sheltered Content Instruction

    3 credits
    Studies appropriate field knowledge for development of competency in ESL.

  

  • EDU 639 - Assessment and Diagnosis of Reading/Language Difficulties

    3 credits
    Provides advanced-level examination of reading assessment instruments. Examines appropriate application, data interpretation, and instructional implication for diagnosing pupils with reading difficulties.

    Prerequisite(s): EDU 633 .

    Field experience.
  

  • EDU 640 - Differentiation and Remediation of Reading/Language Difficulties

    3 credits
    Focuses on strengthening knowledge and skills required to instruct readers with diverse abilities, needs and backgrounds. Emphasizes use of assessment and progress monitoring tools to develop appropriate learning interventions and strategies.

    Prerequisite(s): EDU 633 , EDU 639 .

    Field experience.
  

  • EDU 641 - Sheltered English Immersion Endorsement Course for Teachers

    3 credits
    The purpose of this course is to prepare teachers with the knowledge and skills to effectively shelter their content instruction so that English language learners (ELLs) can access curriculum, achieve academic success, and contribute their multilingual and multicultural resources in the classroom and beyond. Teachers will have opportunities to practice strategies, analyze their practice, provide and receive feedback, and to reflect on their experiences.

 

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