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Undergraduate Courses

EDU100 The Premise of the School 3 cr.
An examination of the philosophical, social, psychological, and historical premises upon which schooling in America has been established. Those premises and practices which have proved to be dysfunctional as well as those which have been especially successful will be analyzed with particular care as cautions and models for continued practice. Three lecture hours and one hour of fieldwork per week. Required for Education majors, Elementary concentration.
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EDU105 The Premise of the School and Child Care 3 cr.
An examination of the philosophical, social, psychological, and historical premises upon which schooling and child care in America have been established. Those premises and practices which have proven to be dysfunctional as well as those which have been especially successful will be analyzed with particular care as cautions and models for continued practice in child care and school settings. Three lecture hours and one-hour fieldwork per week. Required for Education majors, Early Childhood concentration.
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EDU110 Contemporary Middle Schooll 3 cr.
Introduction to the philosophical, social, and psychological foundations of education for early adolescence and the structure of the middle school. Topics will include characteristics of today’s middle school population, middle school curriculum, co-curricular programming, and effective instructional strategies. Three hours of lecture per week and two hours guided observation in a local middle school. Required of Education majors, Middle School concentration.
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EDU203 Introduction to Children with Special Needs with Field Experiences 3 cr.
This course prepares prospective teachers to understand all types of special needs children. It covers identification of special needs: physical, social, emotional and mental, sensory as well as giftedness. The course includes recent legislation and planning for integrating the special needs child into the regular classroom. Field experiences provide opportunities for student to observe work with children with special needs of various social, racial, and linguistic backgrounds. Three lecture hours and two hours of fieldwork per week. Required of all Education majors, Early Childhood, Elementary and Middle School concentrations.
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EDU208A Teaching, Learning and Assessment 3 cr.
This course will focus on the skills and strategies of classroom teaching. Topics include learning and teaching styles; motivation; teacher-student relationships; classroom management; assessment; models of curriculum; and materials, resources, learning tools and technologies. Three lecture hours a week. Required of all Education majors with Early Childhood and Elementary concentrations. cr.
EDU250A Language and Literacy Development 3 cr.
This course focuses on the theories and principles of language and literacy development. Topics include literacy development and the reading/writing process, principles of phonemic awareness and language structure, first and second language acquisition, theories of child development relating to language and literacy, and an introduction to children’s literature. Three lecture hours per week. Required for all Education majors with Early Childhood and Elementary concentrations. cr.
EDU252A The Contemporary High School 3 cr.
Introduces the historical, philosophical, social, political, and psychological foundations of the contemporary U.S./Massachusetts high school. Various administrative structures, social settings, and contemporary issues are examined. Topics include approaches to secondary education, best practices, curriculum organization, national/state educational reforms and curriculum frameworks. Three lecture hours and 2 hours of fieldwork per week. Required for students with Secondary Education minors. Education 291 Schools of Human Services
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EDU254A Teaching the Adolescent (Pre-Practicum) 3 cr.
This course will review contemporary instructional techniques and alternatives in the context of field experience. It explores instructional planning, classroom management, and assessment techniques. Students will be able to choose effective approaches to teaching from a variety of possible teaching models. Three lecture hours per week plus 25 hours of field experience. Required of all students in the Bachelor of Science in Education: Middle School concentration and Secondary Education minors. cr.
EDU255 The Early Adolescent in Middle School Settings 3 cr.
Addresses the characteristics of early adolescents in general, and, in particular, cultural, social, and familial settings, as well as responsive programs. Some topics include transition between childhood and adolescence; cognitive styles; sex and cultural differences; moral development; teacher-student relationships; and the effect of school organization, curriculum and support services. Three lecture hours per week. Required of Educational Studies majors in the Middle School concentration.
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EDU255A Instructional Technology for the Secondary School 3 cr.
This course will demonstrate the contemporary array of technological assistance available to the secondary school teacher in today’s high school. With an emphasis on how to enhance secondary school instruction the student will learn how to use a wide variety of audio, visual, multimedia, print and non-print instructional technology. Special attention will focus on the latest in computer-based instructional technology. Three lecture hours per week plus lab/field experiences. Required of all students in Secondary Education minors.
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EDU256A Responding to Diversity in Contemporary Secondary Schools V 3 cr.
Addresses the significance of cultural, linguistic, socioeconomic, gender, family style and cognitive differences in the school experience of secondary students. Topics include academic achievement, intercultural relations, school/family/community partnerships, and research-based pedagogical/policy responses effective with diverse groups. Course emphasizes the legal, moral and professional responsibilities of teachers and students. Required of students with Secondary Education minors. Three lecture hours plus one hour of field experience per week. cr.
EDU260A Reading and Writing Strategies in Secondary Education 3 cr.
Students learn strategies for assisting secondary students with reading and writing in the academic disciplines. Topics include instruction and assessment of literacy skills; the use of textbooks, trade books, and electronic texts; comprehension strategies, vocabulary development, the writing process, study skills, and first and second language and literacy processes. Three lecture hours per week. Required of Education majors with Middle School concentration and Secondary Education minors. cr.
EDU300 Teaching Reading, Language & Children's Literature in the Elementary School with Field Experiences 3 cr.
A language-based course emphasizing strategies for teaching reading, language and literature to all children in a multi-cultural setting. Contemporary reading and language materials are utilized, including the computer and media to provide alternative approaches for various instructional settings. An eclectic approach will be presented, emphasizing: reading readiness, encoding and decoding skills, vocabulary development, study skills, comprehension, and reading-writing connections, as well as independent and recreational reading. Three lecture hours per week plus field experiences. Required for Education majors, Elementary concentration. cr.
EDU308 Teaching Strategies in the Multicultural Classroom V 3 cr.
This course examines the impact of culture on teaching, learning, and classroom climates. Issues of ethnicity, race, gender, linguistic style, family style, and cognition will be addressed. Includes current theory and research, as well as effective strategies to promote learning, intercultural relations and self-esteem. Three lecture hours and one hour of fieldwork per week. Required for Education majors, Early Childhood, Elementary and Middle School concentrations.
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EDU309 The Arts and Social Studies in the Elementary School with Field Experiences (Pre-Practicum) 3 cr.
Introducing and sustaining a sense of wonder and curiosity about their world, their country, and their neighborhood, through the medium of the arts, will open new vistas of exploration for youngsters as they investigate the physical contours of their planet and the delicate relationships among people through study and research centered on the arts of all nations and peoples. Special emphasis throughout on creativity and critical thinking. Three lecture hours per week plus field experiences. Required for Education majors, Elementary concentration. cr.
EDU310 Urban Education 3 cr.
This course provides an analysis of the societal and institutional processes and problems, which have a bearing upon the education of children in urban settings. A multi-disciplinary approach is used, supplemented by lectures, guided readings, films, and appropriate fieldwork. Three class hours per week. Offered as needed. Elective.
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EDU319A Day Care Teaching and Administration with Field Experiences 3 cr.
Comprehensive and practical day care organization, teaching, and administration are examined as essential elements in stimulating optimal development of the child. Learning through exploration and inquiry in a warm, family-oriented environment places the welfare of the child at the center of an educational process involving the child and his/her parents. A regular feature of this course will be guest lectures and demonstrations by successful professional educators in day care. Three lecture hours per week and occasional field experiences. Satisfies Mass. Department of Early Education requirements for teacher-director.
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EDU324 Language Arts and Social Studies in the Middle School with Field Experience (Pre-Practicum) 3 cr.
Review and practice in the teaching of English/Language Arts and Social Studies in middle school and their interrelatedness. Topics include, using literature, writing across the curriculum, group process and research skills, designing interdisciplinary thematic units and teaching strategies for heterogeneous classroom. Three lecture hours per week. Pre-practicum field experience. Required of Education majors in the Middle School concentration. cr.
EDU325 Math, Science and Technology in the Middle School (Pre-Practicum) 3 cr.
Review and practice in the teaching of Math, Science and Technology in middle school and their interrelationships. Topics include problem solving, communication, reasoning and connections, the changes in curriculum brought about by technological advances, the design and implementation of thematic units, and strategies for teaching heterogeneous groups. Three lecture hours per week. Pre-practicum field experience included. Required of Education majors in the Middle School concentration. cr.
EDU334 Literature for Children in the Elementary Grades 3 cr.
Students study classic and contemporary literature for children in grades one through six. Emphasized in this study are the origins and genres of children’s literature; literary elements; strategies for teaching children’s literature, and key issues in the field, such as cultural and gender stereotyping and the treatment of sensitive subjects. Three lecture hours per week. Students may receive credits for ENG 334 or EDU 334, but not both. Not open to students who have received credits for EDU 321. cr.
EDU335 Secondary School Curriculum Materials and Methods-English (9-12) (Pre-Practicum) 3 cr.
This course surveys a general study of the background and philosophies of teaching English, focuses on methods and materials in the classroom, investigates curriculum issues and professional concerns, analyzes the teaching/learning processes, and responds to social, political, and cultural issues of concern to the NCTE. Pre-practicum field experience. Three lecture hours per week with integrated field experience. cr.
EDU337M Secondary School Curriculum Materials and Methodology in Mathematics (Pre-Practicum) 3 cr.
This course culminates pre-practicum courses required for certification in teaching math at the high school level. It prepares the student to effectively teach a modern math curriculum and emphasizes the philosophy and psychological foundations of math education. Current texts and materials are considered, as are strategies, the use of media including computer-assisted instruction, and the relationship of math to societal issues. Three lecture hours and two hours of fieldwork per week. cr.
EDU337S Secondary School Curriculum Materials & Methodology in Science (Pre-Practicum)(Fall) 3 cr.
This course culminates pre-practicum courses required for certification in teaching science at the high school level. It prepares the student to teach effectively a modern science curriculum by emphasizing the philosophy and psychological foundations of science education, the current texts and materials, lab approaches, practical strategies, use of media including computer assisted instruction, and the relationship of science to societal issues. Students are required to test out their own theories of science instruction by fieldwork in local high schools. Three lecture hours per week plus two hours of fieldwork per week. cr.
EDU338A Teaching Art As a Special Subject (Pre-K-8) (Fall) 3 cr.
An exploration of curriculum development utilizing art-learning experiences previously formulated. Students examine and develop units of learning directed toward one specific concept of art or art history. Open only to and required of all Art majors in the Art Education concentration (Pre-K-8). A field component is included requiring classroom observation in local schools. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credits for EDU 338. cr.
EDU339N Teaching Methods in Theatre & Speech Communication (Pre-Practicum) 3 cr.
This course introduces a broad spectrum of methods and materials for teaching Theatre & Speech in the schools. On-site examination of Theatre & Speech programs in local schools will be part of this course. Elements of theatre production and speech curriculum will be addressed. Three lecture hours with at least two hours of fieldwork per week. Not open to students who have received credits for EDU 339. cr.
EDU341 Teaching History and the Social Sciences (Pre-Practicum) 3 cr.
Required for certification as a teacher of history, social studies, geography and the behavioral sciences. Course covers educational philosophy, classroom theory and practice, and preliminary field experiences. Three lecture hours plus fieldwork per week. cr.
EDU344 Mathematics, Science and Technology in the Elementary School with Field Experiences (Pre-Practicum) 3 cr.
Presentation and experience in the following mathematical concepts: numeration experiences and concepts, mental computation, estimation, numerical reasoning, problem solving, time and space, geometrics, models, measurement, graphing, inference, computer experiences and applications to both mathematics and science. A hands-on approach to science will include topics from physical, earth, health and life sciences appropriate for setting and achieving instructional objectives in mathematics and in the sciences. Three lecture hours per week plus field experiences. Required for Education majors, Elementary concentration. cr.
EDU345 Teaching Art in the Middle and High Schools (Fall) (Pre-Practicum) 3 cr.
An exploration of art curriculum development utilizing instructional and assessment techniques from previous learning experiences. A field component of 20 hours is included requiring classroom observation and assistance in local schools. Required of Art majors in the Art Education concentration (Grades 5-12). Three lecture hours per week, plus field experience. cr.
EDU346 Science in the Elementary School with Field Experience 3 cr.
An exploration of art curriculum development utilizing instructional and assessment techniques from previous learning experiences. A field component of 20 hours is included requiring classroom observation and assistance in local schools. Required of Art majors in the Art Education concentration (Grades 5-12). Three lecture hours per week, plus field experience. cr.
EDU347 Mathematics in the Elementary School with Field Experiences 3 cr.
An exploration of art curriculum development utilizing instructional and assessment techniques from previous learning experiences. A field component of 20 hours is included requiring classroom observation and assistance in local schools. Required of Art majors in the Art Education concentration (Grades 5-12). Three lecture hours per week, plus field experience. cr.
EDU350 Reading, Language, & Children's Lit in Early Childhood Educ with Field Experiences (Pre-Practicum) 3 cr.
Literacy growth will be viewed as part of a developmental continuum progressing from oral language acquisition, speaking, and listening, through the use of language, invented spelling, beginning writing, and emergent reading. Through the reading-writing connection, basal readers, literature-based programs and whole language, an eclectic approach to reading will be presented. Of significance will be the use of this literature to promote any literary development. Three lecture hours per week plus field experiences. Required for Education majors, Early Childhood concentration. cr.
EDU360 The Arts and Social Studies in Early Childhood Education with Field Experience (Pre-Practicum) 3 cr.
An exploration of the arts and social studies as they impact upon early learning experiences. Visual and performing arts will be emphasized in a learning environment that helps youngsters become more aware of their physical and social surroundings promoting play that leads to genuine learning. Three lecture hours per week plus field experiences. Required for Education majors, Early Childhood concentration. cr.
EDU370 Mathematics, Science &technology in Early Childhood Education with Field Experiences (Pre-Practicum) 3 cr.
An exploration of how to present basic mathematical concepts to young children in an instructional setting that promotes an understanding of mathematics and leads to further development of fundamental notions about the natural environment through activities that initiate a formal study of the natural sciences. Modern technology will be a primary instrument in the development of these ideas about mathematics and natural science. Three lecture hours per week plus field experiences. Required for Education majors, Early Childhood concentration. cr.
EDU400 Preschool Practicum with Field Experiences 3 cr.
This course involves active involvement in day care center activities. This directed experience and the related college seminar (which provides intensive guidance in planning and evaluating suitable teaching/learning processes in day care) offer the opportunity to develop competence in a currently significant specialization in Early Childhood Education. This practicum requires spending a minimum of four hours weekly in a day care center. Offered as needed. Elective.
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EDU400A Preschool Practicum with Field Experiences 6 cr.
This course involves active involvement in day care center activities. This directed experience and the related college seminar (which provides intensive guidance in planning and evaluating suitable teaching/learning processes in day care) offer the opportunity to develop competence in a currently significant specialization in Early Childhood Education. This practicum requires spending a minimum of four hours weekly in a day care center. Offered as needed. Elective.
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EDU407 Computer Literacy for Educational Professionals 3 cr.
This course will provide the professional educator with an introduction to the use of computers in education. Through hands-on experiences with computer hardware and related software, each participant will gain a general literacy in the area. This course deals with such topics as: History of computers, simple programming, computer language, evaluation of educational programs, artificial intelligence, and ethical problems. This course satisfies the Competency-based Skills Core requirement in computer literacy. Three lecture hours per week. Elective.
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EDU415 Internship in Community Education 3 cr.
A field experience in community organizations and nonformal educational programs, including social service agencies, after-school programs, community centers, cultural and environmental education sites. Students will learn and practice curriculum design, program development and instructional delivery skills appropriate for community audiences, supervised by college faculty and agency staff. Ten hours per week with weekly two-hour seminar. Elective for Education majors or minors. cr.
EDU422 Student Teaching Practicum-Early Childhood Education 12 cr.
A full-time classroom experience in a local school setting providing the pre-service undergraduate with on-site supervisory support in the classroom and periodical observation and evaluation by a college supervisor at the school placement site. Weekly seminar sessions will also be held throughout this experience for additional instruction in classroom management, teaching strategies, measurement and evaluation. Minimum of 300 clock hours per semester plus weekly seminars. Required for Education major, Early Childhood Licensure Program. All Licensure Program prerequisites must be met prior to practicum assignment. cr.
EDU422A Student Teaching Practicum-Early Childhood Education 6 cr.
A full-time classroom experience in a local school setting providing the pre-service undergraduate with on-site supervisory support in the classroom and periodical observation and evaluation by a college supervisor at the school placement site. Weekly seminar sessions will also be held throughout this experience for additional instruction in classroom management, teaching strategies, measurement and evaluation. Minimum of 300 clock hours per semester plus weekly seminars. Required for Education major, Early Childhood Licensure Program. All Licensure Program prerequisites must be met prior to practicum assignment. cr.
EDU425 Literacy Assessment/Intervention and Field Experience 3 cr.
A full-time classroom experience in a local school setting providing the pre-service undergraduate with on-site supervisory support in the classroom and periodical observation and evaluation by a college supervisor at the school placement site. Weekly seminar sessions will also be held throughout this experience for additional instruction in classroom management, teaching strategies, measurement and evaluation. Minimum of 300 clock hours per semester plus weekly seminars. Required for Education major, Early Childhood Licensure Program. All Licensure Program prerequisites must be met prior to practicum assignment. cr.
EDU432 Student Teaching Practicum-Elementary Education 12 cr.
A full-time classroom experience in a local school setting providing the pre-service undergraduate with on-site supervisory support in the classroom and periodical clinical observation and evaluation by a college supervisor at the school placement site. Weekly seminar sessions will provide additional instruction in classroom management, teaching strategies, measurement and evaluation. Minimum of 300 clock hours per semesters plus weekly seminars. Required for Education majors, Elementary Licensure Program. All Licensure Program prerequisites must be met prior to practicum assignment. cr.
EDU432A Student Teaching Practicum-Elementary Education 6 cr.
A full-time classroom experience in a local school setting providing the pre-service undergraduate with on-site supervisory support in the classroom and periodical clinical observation and evaluation by a college supervisor at the school placement site. Weekly seminar sessions will provide additional instruction in classroom management, teaching strategies, measurement and evaluation. Minimum of 300 clock hours per semesters plus weekly seminars. Required for Education majors, Elementary Licensure Program. All Licensure Program prerequisites must be met prior to practicum assignment. cr.
EDU438 Student Teaching Practicum and Seminar-Middle School 12 cr.
full-time classroom experience of at least 300 clock hours in a local middle school, focusing on two curriculum areas supported by onsite and college supervision. Includes weekly seminars on classroom management, instructional and evaluational techniques, and interdisciplinary curriculum project. Required for Education majors in the Middle School Licensure Program. All Licensure Program prerequisites must be met prior to practicum assignment. cr.
EDU438A St Tch Pract-Mid Sch 6 cr.
full-time classroom experience of at least 300 clock hours in a local middle school, focusing on two curriculum areas supported by onsite and college supervision. Includes weekly seminars on classroom management, instructional and evaluational techniques, and interdisciplinary curriculum project. Required for Education majors in the Middle School Licensure Program. All Licensure Program prerequisites must be met prior to practicum assignment. cr.
EDU452A Practicum in Student Teaching in Art (Pre-K-8) 12 cr.
Supervised student teaching practicum in grades Pre-K-8 throughout a semester will provide a minimum of 300 clock hours in one school setting. Required of Seniors in Art Education. All Licensure Program prerequisites must be met prior to practicum assignment. Not open to students who have received credits for EDU 452. cr.
EDU452C Stu Tchng Prac - Art 6 cr.
Supervised student teaching practicum in grades Pre-K-8 throughout a semester will provide a minimum of 300 clock hours in one school setting. Required of Seniors in Art Education. All Licensure Program prerequisites must be met prior to practicum assignment. Not open to students who have received credits for EDU 452. cr.
EDU453A Practicum in Student Teaching in Art (5-12) 12 cr.
Supervised student teaching practicum in grades 5-12 will provide a minimum of 300 hours in a school setting. Required of Seniors in the Art Education concentration. All Licensure Program prerequisites must be met prior to the practicum assignments. Not open to students who have received credits for EDU 453. cr.
EDU462B Practicum in Student Teaching in Elementary Physical Education 6 cr.
Supervised student teaching practicum in grades 5-12 will provide a minimum of 300 hours in a school setting. Required of Seniors in the Art Education concentration. All Licensure Program prerequisites must be met prior to the practicum assignments. Not open to students who have received credits for EDU 453. cr.
EDU462C Practicum in Student Teaching in Elementary Physical Education 12 cr.
Supervised student teaching practicum in elementary physical education throughout a semester will provide a minimum of 300 clock hours in one elementary/middle school setting. Required of seniors seeking licensure in Elementary Physical Education. All department and licensure program prerequisites must be met prior to practicum assignment. Not open to students who have taken EDU 462N. cr.
EDU462D Practicum in Student Teaching in Elementary Physical Education 6 cr.
Supervised student teaching practicum in elementary physical education throughout a semester will provide a minimum of 150 clock hours in one elementary/middle school setting. Required of seniors in Physical Education seeking both levels of licensure. All department and Licensure Program prerequisites must be met prior to practicum assignment. Not open to students who have taken EDU 462B. cr.
EDU462N Practicum in Student Teaching in Elementary Physical Education 12 cr.
Supervised student teaching practicum in elementary physical education throughout a semester will provide a minimum of 150 clock hours in one elementary/middle school setting. Required of seniors in Physical Education seeking both levels of licensure. All department and Licensure Program prerequisites must be met prior to practicum assignment. Not open to students who have taken EDU 462B. cr.
EDU472B Practicum in Student Teaching in Secondary Physical Education 6 cr.
Supervised student teaching practicum in elementary physical education throughout a semester will provide a minimum of 150 clock hours in one elementary/middle school setting. Required of seniors in Physical Education seeking both levels of licensure. All department and Licensure Program prerequisites must be met prior to practicum assignment. Not open to students who have taken EDU 462B. cr.
EDU472C Practicum in Student Teaching in Secondary Physical Education 12 cr.
Supervised student teaching practicum in secondary physical education throughout a semester will provide a minimum of 300 clock hours in one middle/secondary school setting. Required of seniors seeking licensure in secondary physical education. All department and licensure program prerequisites must be met prior to practicum assignment. Not open to student who have taken EDU 472N. cr.
EDU472D Practicum in Student Teaching in Secondary Physical Education 6 cr.
Supervised student teaching practicum in secondary physical education throughout a semester will provide a minimum of 150 clock hours in one middle/secondary school setting. Required of Seniors in Physical Education seeking both levels of licensure. All department and Licensure Program prerequisites must be met prior to practicum assignment. Not open to students who have taken EDU 472B. cr.
EDU472N Practicum in Student Teaching in Secondary Physical Education 12 cr.
Supervised student teaching practicum in secondary physical education throughout a semester will provide a minimum of 150 clock hours in one middle/secondary school setting. Required of Seniors in Physical Education seeking both levels of licensure. All department and Licensure Program prerequisites must be met prior to practicum assignment. Not open to students who have taken EDU 472B. cr.
EDU473 Practicum in Student Teaching Health/Family & Consumer Science Pre-K-12 12 cr.
Supervised student teaching practicum in secondary physical education throughout a semester will provide a minimum of 150 clock hours in one middle/secondary school setting. Required of Seniors in Physical Education seeking both levels of licensure. All department and Licensure Program prerequisites must be met prior to practicum assignment. Not open to students who have taken EDU 472B. cr.
EDU473B Practicum in Student Teaching Health/Family & Consumer Science Pre-K-12 12 cr.
Supervised student teaching practicum in grades Pre-K-12 throughout a semester will provide a minimum of 300 clock hours in a public school setting. Required of Seniors in Health and Consumer Science concentration. All Licensure Program requirements must be met prior to practicum assignment
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EDU482 Practicum in Student Teaching in Business Education (5-12) 12 cr.
Supervised student teaching practicum in grades 5-12 throughout a semester will provide a minimum of 300 clock hours in one middle/ secondary school setting. Required of Seniors in Business Education (majors and minors). cr.
EDU486A Practicum in Student Teaching in Spanish (P-6) 12 cr.
A full-time classroom experience in a local elementary school setting providing the pre-service undergraduate with on-site supervisory support in the classroom and periodic observation and evaluation by a college supervisor at the school placement site. The practice of measuring and evaluating student achievement will also be examined as an integral part of the teaching/learning process. Students are also required to attend weekly seminar sessions. At these weekly sessions additional instruction in measurement and evaluation, classroom management and teaching strategies will be given. Minimum of 300 clock hours per semester, plus weekly seminars. All licensure requirements must be met prior to practicum assignment. Permission of Department Chairperson and Program Coordinator required. The prerequisites of this course are the successful completion of the required EDU courses and the Methodology of Teaching Spanish (P-6) as well as the taking and passing of the three parts of the Massachusetts Teachers Test. This course is normally taken during the Senior year. Permission of the Secondary Education Coordinator required. Not open to students who have passed EDU 486.
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EDU487 Practicum in Student Teaching in Spanish (5-12) 12 cr.
A full-time classroom experience in a local middle or high school setting providing the pre-service undergraduate with on-site supervisory support in the classroom and periodic observation and evaluation by a college supervisor at the school placement site. The practice of measuring and evaluating student achievement will also be examined as an integral part of the teaching/learning process. Students are also required to attend weekly seminar sessions. At these weekly sessions, additional instruction in measurement and evaluation, classroom management and teaching strategies will be given. Minimum of 300 clock yours per semester, plus weekly seminars. The prerequisites of this course are the passing of the Communication and Literacy parts of the Massachusetts Teachers Test. This course is normally taken during the Senior year. Permission of the Program Coordinator required. Conducted in Spanish.
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EDU490 Practicum in Student Teaching in Drama (5-12) 12 cr.
Supervised student teaching practicum in grades 5-12 throughout a semester will provide a minimum of 300 clock hours in one middle/ secondary school setting. Required of Seniors in Theatre Arts. All Certification Program prerequisites must be met prior to practicum assignment. Permission of Department Chairperson and Program Coordinator required.
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EDU493 Practicum in Student Teaching in Secondary Education (9-12) 12 cr.
A full-time classroom experience in a local school setting providing the pre-service undergraduate with on-site supervisory support in the classroom and periodic observation and evaluation by a college supervisor at the at the school placement site. The practice of measuring and evaluating student achievement will also be examined as an integral part of the teaching/learning process. Students are also required to attend weekly seminar sessions. At these weekly sessions additional instruction in measurement and evaluation, classroom management and teaching strategies will be given. Minimum of 300 clock hours per semester, plus weekly seminars. Required of all Secondary Education minors seeking licensure in History (EDU 493), Mathematics (EDU 495), Biology (EDU 496), Earth Sciences (EDU 497), English (EDU 498) or Chemistry (EDU 499). All Certification Program prerequisites must be met prior to practicum assignment. Permission of Department Chairperson and Program Coordinator required.
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EDU495 Practicum in Student Teaching in Secondary Education (9-12) 12 cr.
A full-time classroom experience in a local school setting providing the pre-service undergraduate with on-site supervisory support in the classroom and periodic observation and evaluation by a college supervisor at the at the school placement site. The practice of measuring and evaluating student achievement will also be examined as an integral part of the teaching/learning process. Students are also required to attend weekly seminar sessions. At these weekly sessions additional instruction in measurement and evaluation, classroom management and teaching strategies will be given. Minimum of 300 clock hours per semester, plus weekly seminars. Required of all Secondary Education minors seeking licensure in History (EDU 493), Mathematics (EDU 495), Biology (EDU 496), Earth Sciences (EDU 497), English (EDU 498) or Chemistry (EDU 499). All Certification Program prerequisites must be met prior to practicum assignment. Permission of Department Chairperson and Program Coordinator required.
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EDU496 Practicum in Student Teaching in Secondary Education (9-12) 12 cr.
A full-time classroom experience in a local school setting providing the pre-service undergraduate with on-site supervisory support in the classroom and periodic observation and evaluation by a college supervisor at the at the school placement site. The practice of measuring and evaluating student achievement will also be examined as an integral part of the teaching/learning process. Students are also required to attend weekly seminar sessions. At these weekly sessions additional instruction in measurement and evaluation, classroom management and teaching strategies will be given. Minimum of 300 clock hours per semester, plus weekly seminars. Required of all Secondary Education minors seeking licensure in History (EDU 493), Mathematics (EDU 495), Biology (EDU 496), Earth Sciences (EDU 497), English (EDU 498) or Chemistry (EDU 499). All Certification Program prerequisites must be met prior to practicum assignment. Permission of Department Chairperson and Program Coordinator required.
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EDU497 Practicum in Student Teaching in Secondary Education (9-12) 12 cr.
A full-time classroom experience in a local school setting providing the pre-service undergraduate with on-site supervisory support in the classroom and periodic observation and evaluation by a college supervisor at the at the school placement site. The practice of measuring and evaluating student achievement will also be examined as an integral part of the teaching/learning process. Students are also required to attend weekly seminar sessions. At these weekly sessions additional instruction in measurement and evaluation, classroom management and teaching strategies will be given. Minimum of 300 clock hours per semester, plus weekly seminars. Required of all Secondary Education minors seeking licensure in History (EDU 493), Mathematics (EDU 495), Biology (EDU 496), Earth Sciences (EDU 497), English (EDU 498) or Chemistry (EDU 499). All Certification Program prerequisites must be met prior to practicum assignment. Permission of Department Chairperson and Program Coordinator required.
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EDU498 Practicum in Student Teaching in Secondary Education (9-12) 12 cr.
A full-time classroom experience in a local school setting providing the pre-service undergraduate with on-site supervisory support in the classroom and periodic observation and evaluation by a college supervisor at the at the school placement site. The practice of measuring and evaluating student achievement will also be examined as an integral part of the teaching/learning process. Students are also required to attend weekly seminar sessions. At these weekly sessions additional instruction in measurement and evaluation, classroom management and teaching strategies will be given. Minimum of 300 clock hours per semester, plus weekly seminars. Required of all Secondary Education minors seeking licensure in History (EDU 493), Mathematics (EDU 495), Biology (EDU 496), Earth Sciences (EDU 497), English (EDU 498) or Chemistry (EDU 499). All Certification Program prerequisites must be met prior to practicum assignment. Permission of Department Chairperson and Program Coordinator required.
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EDU500 Directed Studies in Education I 3 cr.
Directed study initiated by the student and guided by a qualified faculty member in a specific content area. Course may be repeated for an additional three credits. Elective. cr.
EDU600H Honors Research Seminar in Education 3 cr.
The major purpose of the Honors Research Seminar in Education is to enable Dean’s List students majoring in Education to systematically pursue the research of salient problems in education which are both relevant to education today and of prime concern to them as individuals. Course may be repeated for an additional three credits. Elective for Education majors. cr.

Graduate Courses

EDU702 Advanced Educational Psychology 3 cr.
EDU703 Electronic Media and Design 3 cr.
EDU704 Multicultural Issues in Student Affairs 3 cr.
EDU707 The American School: A Study in Depth 3 cr.
EDU708 Research in Policy, Planning and School Performance 3 cr.
EDU709 Instruction & Assessment in the Secondary Classroom 3 cr.
EDU710 Seminar in Action Research Methodology 3 cr.
EDU710X Seminar in Action Research Project 3 cr.
EDU711 Fundamentals of Computer Technology 3 cr.
EDU712 Models of Early Education: Past & Present 3 cr.
EDU713 Operating and Authoring Systems in Education 3 cr.
EDU714 Introduction to Data Communications and Connectivity 3 cr.
EDU717 Advanced Foundations of Education 3 cr.
EDU718 Issues and Foundations in Educational Leadership 3 cr.
EDU719 Student Affairs:Theory, Research and Practice 3 cr.
EDU720 Child Growth and Development 3 cr.
EDU721 Workshop in Language Development 3 cr.
EDU722 Methods of Teaching Adult Esl 3 cr.
EDU723 The History of Higher Education 3 cr.
EDU725 Intro Literacy Practices in Ed & Elementary Education 3 cr.
EDU727 Foundations Reading:Language, Literacy & Child Develop 3 cr.
EDU728 The School Principalship in Contemporary Society 3 cr.
EDU729 Reading and Writing in the Classroom 3 cr.
EDU734 Measurement of Intelligence (Wechsler) 3 cr.
EDU735N Career Education and Development: Information, Planning and Placement 3 cr.
EDU736 Psychology of Learning 3 cr.
EDU737 Theories of Thinking and Learning 3 cr.
EDU738 Educational Research Across the Curriculum 3 cr.
EDU740 Improvement of Reading Instruction 3 cr.
EDU741 Assessment of Reading/Language Difficulties 3 cr.
EDU741B Literacy Assessment (All Levels) 3 cr.
EDU741C Literacy Assessment (All Levels) 3 cr.
EDU742A Reading, Writing, and Child Development in Early Childhood 3 cr.
EDU743 Reading and Study in the Middle School 3 cr.
EDU745A Reading and Language: Theory and Research 3 cr.
EDU748 Literature for Young Adults 3 cr.
EDU750E Theory and Practice in Elementary Curriculum (Pre-Practicum) 3 cr.
EDU750N Theory and Practice in Elementary Curriculum (Pre-Practicum) 3 cr.
EDU754 Legal Aspects of School Administration 3 cr.
EDU756 Using Literature in Mathematics for Grades 1-8 3 cr.
EDU758 Using Literature Across the Curriculum 3 cr.
EDU759N Math for Elementary and Middle School Teachers 3 cr.
EDU760 Current Reading Trends 3 cr.
EDU762 Science in the Elementary School 3 cr.
EDU764 Modern Math for the Middle School (Grades 4-8) 3 cr.
EDU766N Strategies for Building Math Concepts for Elementary Teachers 3 cr.
EDU767 Literature for Young Children 3 cr.
EDU770 Education Law, Public Policy and Political Systems 3 cr.
EDU771 The School As a Learning Organization 3 cr.
EDU772 Literature in the Middle Grades 3 cr.
EDU773 Theories of College Student Development 3 cr.
EDU776 Current Issues in Student Affairs 3 cr.
EDU779 Seminar in Teaching English As Second Language 3 cr.
EDU781 Practicum Esl (5-12) 3 cr.
EDU782 School Financial and Personnel Management 3 cr.
EDU786 Theories and Techniques of Supervision and Evaluation of School Personnel 3 cr.
EDU787 Theories of Curriculum Design and Evaluation 3 cr.
EDU788N Technology in 21st Century Classrooms 3 cr.
EDU791N Theories and Principles in Teaching Esl 3 cr.
EDU792 Teaching English As a 2nd Language: Methods and Classroom Practice (Prek-9) 3 cr.
EDU793 Second Language Acquisition 3 cr.
EDU794N Assessment of Second Language Learners 3 cr.
EDU795 Discourse, Culture and Literacy 3 cr.
EDU796 The Graduate Practicum in Teaching English As a Second Language (Prek-9) 3 cr.
EDU796N The Graduate Practicum in Teaching English As a Second Language 3 cr.
EDU798 Seeing the Landscape:an Interdisciplinary Theme 3 cr.
EDU799 Literacy Teaching to English Language Learners 3 cr.
EDU801 Classroom Management and Behavior Modification 3 cr.
EDU808 The American High School 3 cr.
EDU811 Administration and Organization in Higher Education 3 cr.
EDU814 Reading in the Content Areas 3 cr.
EDU816 Workshop in Environmental Education 3 cr.
EDU817B Literacy Assessment and Instruction 3 cr.
EDU817C Literacy Intervention Strategies (All Levels) 3 cr.
EDU819 Principles and Practices of Day Care 3 cr.
EDU820 Workshop in Early Childhood Curriculum 3 cr.
EDU822 Language Arts and Social Studies for Young Children 3 cr.
EDU823 Science and Math in Nursery, Kindergarten and Primary Grades 3 cr.
EDU829 Teaching the Exceptional Young Child 3 cr.
EDU832 Administration of Guidance and Counseling Services 3 cr.
EDU832A Administration of Guidance and Counseling Services 3 cr.
EDU837 Education in a Changing World 3 cr.
EDU839 Research in Teaching English As a Second Language 3 cr.
EDU840A Instructional Reading Clinic 6 cr.
EDU841 Reading Institute 3 cr.
EDU845 Teacher Leadership Roles in Reading at the School Level 3 cr.
EDU850 Community Service-Learning and Social Action 3 cr.
EDU851 Enrichment Education for the Gifted and Talented 3 cr.
EDU852 Urban Education 3 cr.
EDU856 Technology As a Catalyst for Change in Education 3 cr.
EDU859 Grammar for Teachers of English As a Second Language 3 cr.
EDU861 Assessment and Evaluation in Student Affairs 3 cr.
EDU863 Media and Telecommunications in Education 3 cr.
EDU869 Design & Production of Media Materials 3 cr.
EDU869A Design and Production of Media Materials for All Learners 3 cr.
EDU869P Practicum in Instructional Technology 3 cr.
EDU875A Directed Study 3 cr.
EDU876 Global Perspectives in Cultural Diversity 3 cr.
EDU877N Integrating Technology in the Reading Classroom 3 cr.
EDU882 Multicultural Issues in Counseling 3 cr.
EDU884 Curriculum Issues in the Middle School 3 cr.
EDU885 Learning and Communication Theory 3 cr.
EDU889 Partnerships for Families: An Interprofessional Approach 3 cr.
EDU897 Critical Reading and Thinking Across the Curriculum 3 cr.
EDU911 Current Trends in Middle School Education 3 cr.
EDU911SPE Practicum in Teaching Spanish (P-6) 3 cr.
EDU911SPS Practicum in Teaching Spanish (5-12) 3 cr.
EDU920 Practicum in Early Childhood Education 3 cr.
EDU920X Practicum in Early Childhood Education 1.5 cr.
EDU920XS Practicum Seminar in Early Childhood Education 1.5 cr.
EDU921 Seminar in Early Childhood Education and Child Development 3 cr.
EDU925A Practicum in Secondary Education 3 cr.
EDU925MA Practicum/Internship Seminar in Teaching Mathematics 1 cr.
EDU925MB Practicum/Internship Seminar in Teaching Mathematics 1.5 cr.
EDU925SCA Practicum/Internship Seminar in Teaching Science 1 cr.
EDU925SCB Practicum/Internship Seminar in Teaching Science 1.5 cr.
EDU925X Practicum Secondary Educ 6 cr.
EDU940NP Seminar in Reading 3 cr.
EDU949A Clinical Experience in Elementary School Administration 6 cr.
EDU949B Clinical Experience in Middle School Administration 6 cr.
EDU949C Clinical Experience in High School Administration 6 cr.
EDU949D Educational Leadership Practicum 3 cr.
EDU949X Educational Leadership Practicum 3 cr.
EDU958 Clinical Experience in Special Education 6 cr.
EDU959X Practicum/Internship Moderate Special Needs 3 cr.
EDU960A Seminar in Elementary Education 3 cr.
EDU961 Advanced Practicum in Elementary Education 1.5 cr.
EDU961P Practicum Experience in Elementary Education 3 cr.
EDU961PS Practicum Seminar in Elementary Education 3 cr.
EDU962AR Clinical Experience and Action Research in Early Childhood Education 3 cr.
EDU963AR Clinical Action Research in Elementary Education 3 cr.
EDU963R Action Research in Education 3 cr.
EDU965 Clinical Experience Secondary 6 cr.
EDU968A School Counseling Practicum I 3 cr.
EDU968B School Counseling Practicum II 3 cr.
EDU985A Practicum in Student Affairs I 3 cr.
EDU985B Practicum in Student Affairs II 3 cr.
EDU990C Building Bridges to Success for Handicapped Youth in Transition 3 cr.
EDU990E Developing Effective Programs for Special Needs Students in the Mainstream 3 cr.
EDU990J Issues and Trends in Cultural Diversity 3 cr.
EDU990PH Practicum in Middle School Humanities 3 cr.
EDU990PM Practicum in Middle School Math/Science 3 cr.
EDU990SH Practicum Seminar in Middle School Humanities 3 cr.
EDU990SM Practicum Seminar in Middle School Math/Science 3 cr.
EDU990V Nature and Needs of Students with Learning Problems (20 Hours Field Experience) 3 cr.
EDU990Y Psycho Educational Assessment of Exceptional Students (20 Hours Field Experience) 3 cr.
EDU991E Meth and Matls in the Education of Students with Moderate Special Needs (20 Hours Field Placement) 3 cr.
EDU991K Leadership for Excellence in Early Education 3 cr.
EDU992 Micro-Computer Appli 3 cr.
EDU992D The Bilingual Student with Special Needs 3 cr.
EDU999AN Creating-Brain Compatible Learning 3 cr.
EDU999C Teaching Children to Write (Pre K-12) 3 cr.
EDU999CS Consulting Services in Special Education 3 cr.
EDU999EM Teaching Elementary & Middle School Math & Science 3 cr.
EDU999ST Introduction to Storytelling (Prek-8) 3 cr.
EDU999TT Standards-Based Thematic Teaching in the Early Childhood Curriculum 3 cr.

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