Gwynedd Mercy University
AY2020-2021 Graduate Academic Catalog
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 . Prerequisites : EDU-513 ( Required , Previous ).
EDU-609 School Counsel Int II / Group Suprv Sem ( 3 ) 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 . Prerequisites : EDU-513 , EDU-608 ( Required , Previous ).
EDU-613 Classroom Management ( 3 ) This course provides a study of effective classroom management techniques . Content will focus on classroom organizational systems , classroom procedures and instructional strategies to promote positive student behavior and prevent disruptive behavior . Emphasis will be placed on motivation , communications , planning and preparation of materials as well as the establishment of a positive learning environment . Existing models of effective classroom management will be examined .
EDU-619 Instructional Leadership & Technology ( 3 ) This course will provide an overview of effective strategies for leadership of instructional practices and assessment for all learners . A thorough understanding of Universal Design , Culturally Responsive Instructional Practices will also be reviewed . This course will also examine the role of classroom technologies for student engagement , enhancing instruction , remediation , and reinforcing skills to support teaching and foster student achievement .
EDU-620 Research , Analysis , Assessment & Outcome ( 3 ) This course provides the student with 1 ) a deeper understanding of the role of the supervisor of curriculum and instruction in assessing student learning , and 2 ) the knowledge and skills necessary to apply research on teaching and learning to more effective practice .
EDU-622 Prctcm Ii : Sprvisr Curr & Instrctn ( 3 ) This course will involve working with a mentor supervisor or other school administrator with supervisory responsibilities . An action plan will be developed with your mentor and approved by the course instructor . The purpose of the course is to guide the student toward connecting research , theory , and practice through reflective experience .
EDU-650 Special Topics Course ( 3 ) Investigation of a selected topic or topics designed to integrate and enhance the student ' s comprehension and application of educational theory and practice .
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