Seminar in Secondary Foundations

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A survey of the historical, philosophical, legal, and social foundations of secondary school education in the United States. Offered fall and summer term. Three semester hours. EDUC 564/564M. Special Education Foundations - A study of the historical, philosophical, and theoretical foundations of special education. Laws and policies and the effects of legislation pertaining to students with disabilities will be examined. An emphasis will also be placed on ethical responsibilities related to students with disabilities. A focus will also include major trends and issues in special education and a research project. Offered spring term each year. Three semester hours. EDUC 565/565M. Technology in Education - A study of applications of technology to instruction of children in PreK-12 schools and to the maintenance of records and resources. Includes multimedia, computer- based educational games, access to learning resources via the Internet, and web page design. An elective in secondary and licensed teacher programs. Offered occasionally. Three semester hours. EDUC 571/571M. Early Childhood and Elementary Foundations - A study of historical, philosophical, and theoretical foundations of early childhood and elementary education with an introduction to curriculum planning and an emphasis on major trends and issues in early childhood and elementary education. Includes guidance and classroom management. Offered fall and summer terms. Three semester hours. EDUC 572/572M. Classroom Management for Elementary Teachers - A study of skills and techniques for handling behavioral and disciplinary issues of young children. Candidates create and design creative experiences and activities for children in the setting of their internship. Emphasis is on providing a developmentally appropriate environment that fosters social/emotional development. EDUC 572 or 572M offered fall term. Three…