This course explores the process of collaboration and problem solving between students with disabilities, teachers, their families, and outside agencies. It provides an overview of IDEA requirements for students with…
This course is designed to provide teachers with a foundational knowledge of classroom management and behavioral intervention for mild to moderate behavioral challenges. It will also provide strategies to support…
Rooted in critical media consumption, this course focuses on the need of individuals to be multi-literate, competent, and intelligent users of information. Participants will learn to evaluate the credibility of…
This course asks students to re-examine their role as one who generates change in the education system by engaging in self-reflection and self-assessment of his/her current classroom best practices. In addition,…
Application of Educational Research
Effective educational leaders are skilled with interpretation and application of educational research in their local contexts. This course introduces educators to the foundations of educational research and enables…
Schoolwide Discipline
This course embodies two discipline principles articulated in four areas: philosophy of human behavior, proven prevention factors, behavior change, school-wide and classroom response to disruptive behavior.
Inclusive Classroom Strategies
In this course, students will be introduced to exceptional learners, and investigate instructional practices that can be used in general education classrooms to improve outcomes for students with and without…
Teaching Students With Disabilities
In this methods course, students will plan instruction for learners with disabilities. Course content will include assessment, instruction and instructional design, and establishment and maintenance of case records.…
This course examines strategies and educational components that create a learning environment to address the complex needs of adolescent students. It includes specific methodologies and material pertaining to the basic…
Students will participate in a supervised experience in a school or other qualified educational setting which provides practical application of theory, practice, and experience. Credit requirements will be determined…
Active Student Participation
This course addresses the promotion of Active Student Participation which is highly correlated to student learning. Research information shows that a minimum of 20% of student learning is based on active participation.…
Understanding the roles of leadership in literary instruction will be the core focus of this course. This course will emphasize specific literacy leadership skills for K-12 reading programs. Participants will develop an…
Integrated Literacies
Disciplinary literacies are explored using dimensions of academic language. Through a sociocultural perspective on literacy, students will develop the knowledge and expertise necessary to teach K-12 learners to…
Practicum in Reading
Students will have experiences in working with school-age learners who struggle with reading. Students will conduct appropriate assessments, prescribe and carry out remedial education programs in reading. An electronic…
Practicum in Reading
Students will have experiences in working with school-age learners who struggle with reading. Students will conduct appropriate assessments, prescribe and carry out remedial education programs in reading. An electronic…
The focus of this course is the literacy development of the birth- 8-year-old child. The course covers the developmental process of literacy acquisition, including oral and writing language development and the use of…
ABC Math Primary
This course is designed to acquaint teachers with the research and theory involved with the use of manipulatives in Activity-Based, Child-centered Mathematics (ABC Math). Teachers will study the theory, experience the…
Principles of corrective reading instruction, diagnostic instruments and procedures, strategies, and materials for correcting reading difficulties will be covered. Proficiency in prescribing corrective instructional…
Practicum
Students will intern in a K-12 reading program, working with a certified reading specialist. Students will gain experience in a broad range of activities required of a reading specialist, to include staff development,…
Special Topics
A course is offered on a special topic in education on the basis of need, interest or time lines. May be repeated for credit.
Special Topics
A course, on a special topic in the discipline at the post-baccalaureate or master degree level, offered on the basis of need, interest, or time lines. May be repeated for credit. See registrars office current class…
Independent Study
This course provides independent reading and/or research, at the post-baccalaureate or master degree level, under the direction of a faculty member. Refer to the academic policy section for independent study policy. May…
Leadership for Learning: Foundations
Provides aspiring administrators with an understanding of their leadership style through self-assessment; leadership theory and its application to the principal; its impact on achievement; leading in a culture of change…
Provides aspiring administrators with knowledge, skills, and demonstrated performances around the learning needs of young learners, adolescent learners, high school learners, and adult learners. Emphasis will be placed…
Provides aspiring administrators with the knowledge, skills, and demonstrated performances in current curriculum instruction and assessment practices; the design and implementation of curriculum, instruction, and…