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Gives future teachers deep knowledge of how people learn, focusing on children from age 3 through grade 8. Learning, motivation, intelligence, and assessment are explored through perspectives including behaviorist, constructivist, and cognitive science. Candidates will use their emerging knowledge of learning theories to make developmentally sound instructional decisions, both theoretically and in practice, in a concurrent field experience.

Gives future teachers deep knowledge of how people learn, focusing on children grades 5-12. Learning, motivation, intelligence, and assessment are explored through perspectives including behaviorist, constructivist, and cognitive science. Candidates will use their emerging knowledge of learning theories to make developmentally sound instructional decisions, both theoretically and in practice, in a concurrent field experience.

Examines the relationship between schools and society and analyzes the historical traditions, philosophical perspectives, and social practices that shape American education. The course is designed to help students understand how schools and individuals interact and to help candidates value the diversity of the communities in which they work. Field work required.

Identifies and addresses population characteristics, incidence, and general educational placement options for the different categories of exceptional learners. Assessment practices and exemplary teaching techniques are also explored for multicultural and diversity issues. Law, policy, and IEP procedures are emphasized. Field work required.

Provides future teachers the opportunities to explore and participate in the content knowledge of physical education and fitness/wellness programs at the early childhood and elementary levels. This course will demonstrate the value of an effective physical education program in developing holistic learners. Students will research and evaluate their effectiveness by critically reviewing and analyzing the resources for the teaching of physical education.

This seminar supports candidates as they work in local schools as part of the America Reads, Outreach math or science program(s). Candidates will discuss questioning strategies, ways to facilitate group work, how to deal with problems in the classroom, and learn how to interact with students. May be repeated for credit. Graded on a pass/no pass basis.

Students engage with faculty and peers in scholarly discussion, analysis, and research-based activities related to educational topics of interest.