EDU-503
Social , Political , & Econ Found of Educ
3 This course is an inquiry into the fundamental purposes of education in the United States . Students will examine contemporary issues as well as the philosophical , political and cultural of American education .
EDU-504 |
Human Development |
3 |
This course explores human growth and development across the life span from infancy to old age and in multicultural contexts . The course focuses on the physical , cognitive , social , personality and emotional development . Topics will include theories of individual and family development across the life span , the family life cycle , theories of learning and personality development , human behavior , community resilience , theories of additions , and strategies for facilitating optimum development over the lifespan . A grade of a " B " or better must be earned in this class for the student to begin EDU 513 School Counseling Practicum , Supervision & Seminar . |
EDU-506
Methods , Materials & Curriculum I
3 Students engage the study of methods , materials and curriculum issues for the instruction of elementary education students . Attention to theory , best practices , technology use and assessment will be highlighted as well as professional and state standards in the area of science and technology , social sciences , and citizenship education for typical and diverse learners . Field experience is required .