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Gwynedd Mercy University 2026-2027 University Catalog
EDU-590
Stats, Rsrch, Assess for Reflect Prac
It is important that the educator be able to comprehend, analyze, and critique educational research. This course includes the study of: fundamental principles of educational research; statistical concepts; the utility of various
research designs; data collection techniques; and report writing.
3.00
EDU-591
Curriculum Development & Peer Coaching
This course examines how curriculum is developed; various theoretical approaches to the curriculum design and implementation; the multiple external factors that influence curriculum decisions, etc. Students then develop strategies for working with colleagues in integrating their learning from this course and curriculum issues in their
teaching situation. Field experience is required.
3.00
EDU-592
Professional Development & Leadership
This course will provide students with the knowledge of: develop meaningful professional development, training, and structure; strategies to align assessments with the curriculum and standards; and build a collaborative
environment to encourage high quality instructional delivery for all students.
3.00
EDU-593
Seminar Leadership, Supervision & Equity
This course provides focus on leadership and supervision skills, characteristics, educational leaders with a focus
on equity. This Seminar is 7-weeks in length.
3.00
EDU-595
Prctcm I: Leadrshp & Schl Administration
Practicum I for Administrative Certification( Principal & Curriculum & Instruction Supervisor). This Practicum requires students to secure 180 hours of experience in a school setting. Practicum Activities will include projects on visionary leadership, supervision & evaluation of teachers, promoting change, school improvement,
and
3.00
strategic planning,
EDU-596
Practicum II: K-12 Principalship
Practicum II for Administrative Certification( Principal). This Practicum requires students to secure 180 hours of experience in a school setting. Practicum Activities will include: fostering good teaching, creating a positive, equitable, safe atmosphere, Universal design for learning, fiscal, resource, and facility responsibilities, LEA
Responsibilities, student transition planning, and communicating within and out of the school setting.
3.00
EDU-602
Professional Portfolio Project
This project is the final activity undertaken to fulfill the requirements of the Master of Science in Reading Program in the Professional Portfolio Option. The project is done in collaboration with the student ' s advisor.
Results will be presented to a faculty committee.
3.00
EDU-603
Action Research for Teachers, Par
This course engages students in the processes of action research. Students will apply their learning from EDU510: Teacher Research,
Part 1, and demonstrate their ability to develop and implement an action research project and write the accompanying report.
3.00
EDU-608
School Counseling Intern I & Supervision
This course is the second in a series of three field experiences. School counselor-trainees will perform all tasks and duties ascribed to school counselors as determined by the ASCA National Model under the supervision of an experienced Professional School Counselor and a University supervisor. Students seeking certification in school counseling must complete a minimum of 210 clock hours. In addition, students are enrolled in a group supervision seminar. Students needing more than 15 weeks to complete the practicum experience should contact the School Counseling Program Director. Please review the Internship Handbook for further details on
application requirements, site and internship student expectations.
3.00
EDU-609
School Counsel Int II / Group Suprv Sem
This course is the third in a series of three field experiences. School counselor-trainees will perform all tasks and duties ascribed to school counselors as determined by the ASCA National Model under the supervision of an experienced Professional School Counselor and a University supervisor. Students seeking certification in school counseling must complete a minimum of 210 clock hours. In addition, students are enrolled in a group supervision seminary. Students needing more than 15 weeks to complete the practicum experience should contact the School Counseling Program Director. Please review the Internship Handbook for further details on
application requirements, site and internship student expectations.
3.00
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