Gwynedd Mercy University
AY2020-2021 Graduate Academic Catalog
In this course , students will accomplish three goals . The first is to develop an awareness for the role that research plays in their professional lives as reflective practitioners . The second is to examine the various research methodologies commonly employed in research in education and social sciences as well as the writing skills needed to report results in a scholarly manner . The third is to help students become better consumers and critics of the research as reported in the literature
EDU-511 Methods & Theories for Teaching Math ( 3 ) The " Pennsylvania Academic Standards for Mathematics " and the " National Council of Teachers of Mathematics " have delineated the critical nature and the skills necessary for effective mathematics instruction . Students will learn the pedagogical methods and the essential mathematical theory and research . The class is comprised of demonstrations , collaborative learning , modeling and discussion . Field experience is required .
EDU-512 Methods for Teaching Read & Assessment ( 3 ) This course provides information regarding the relationship between the reading process and the informal and formal assessment of those skills ( behaviors ) that experts see as crucial to reading success with a particular focus upon the State of Pennsylvania Literacy Standards for elementary school students . Reading instruction that is evident in a balanced literacy program is analyzed and practiced , including reading instruction that is designed to remediate reading difficulties or skills deficits . Field experience is required .
EDU-515 Methods for Teaching English Learner ( 3 ) This course provides an examination of effective instructional methods , strategies and instructional techniques for addressing the learning needs of for English Learners ( EL ) with and without special needs in the inclusive classroom .
EDU-522 Inter-Group Theory and Research ( 3 ) This course provides an examination of group theories and research about interpersonal communication ; exploration of the functioning of groups and the consequence of group interaction in the development of the individual . In this course the student will study a combination of theoretical studies with a practical understanding of human dynamics , as these occur in work and life .
EDU-551 Computer Applications for Educators ( 3 ) This course examines the function , impact , and role of integrated classroom technologies on 21st- Century teaching and learning . Students will explore definitions of technology as both tool and process , and facilitate the development and assessment of technology-based learning activities . Students will learn how to engage students using technology-based teaching tools that support learning theories and conceptual frameworks of teaching .
EDU-565 Student Teach & Professional Seminar ( 3 ) This is a student teaching experience for those seeking their first certification in Pre-K , Grades 4-8 , or secondary education . This full-time program experience lasts 14-weeks , Monday through Friday and includes intensive supervision by University personnel as well as participation in an online seminar class . Advisor ' s permission is required . Prerequisites : PreK-4 Certification students take EDU-502 , EDU-506 , EDU-507 , EDU-511 , EDU-512 , EDU- 581 ; Secondary Certification students take EDU-502 , EDU-508 , EDU-581 , EDU-591 ; Special Education
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