EDDN

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EDDN

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course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

Seminar on statutes, regulations and policies relating to a safe, nonviolent school climate; effective classroom management techniques and academic supports that promote a nonviolent school climate and enhance learning; social and problem-solving skill development for students within the regular school curriculum; warning signs within a developmental and social context that relate to violence and other troubling behaviors in children; intervention techniques to address school violence situations, and how to participate in an effective school/community referral process for students exhibiting violent behavior.

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EDDN

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0

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0

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credits

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course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

Subject

EDDN

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

Subject

EDDN

Type

course

Edition

graduate

Source

gse.touro.edu

Subject

EDDN

Type

course

Edition

graduate

Source

gse.touro.edu

Seminar on the social patterns of harassment, bullying and discrimination, marginalization and microaggressions, those acts based on a person’s actual or perceived race, color, weight, national origin, ethnic group, religion, religious practice, disability, sexual orientation, gender or sex. Using a proactive perspective, the goal of the course is to help school-based personnel create an affirming educational environment for all students by addressing school culture and climate. It will also cover the identification and mitigation of harassment, bullying and discrimination; and strategies for effectively addressing problems of exclusion, bias and aggression in educational settings.

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EDDN

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0

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0

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credits

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course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

M.S. Degree in Teaching Students with Disabilities, Generalist, Grades 7-12 The program in teaching students with disabilities at the grade 7-12 level offers the study of adolescent development as a foundation to prepare candidates to implement appropriate strategies to engage students in effective and meaningful learning experiences. Coursework focuses on the adaptation of curriculum to support the learning of students with special needs. This program leads to New York State Initial or Professional Teacher Certification in Teaching Students with Disabilities, Grades 7-12, as a generalist. Additional New York State Education Department (NYSED) requirements for certification include receipt of passing grades on NYSED teacher certification examinations, filing fingerprints with NYSED, a three- hour workshop on bullying and harassment, and a three-hour workshop on autism. NYS Professional Teacher Certification is awarded after three full years (September - June) of full-time teaching experience. Students are expected to pass the NYSED teacher certification exams (EAS, CST-Multi-Subject, CST- Disabilities) before registering for the Clinical Experience II course. Students are expected to take SEDN 675, Clinical Experience I, Grades 7- 12, in the first half of the program. Students must take SEDN 678, Clinical Experience II, Grades 7-12, in the last semester of the program. A grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.0 is expected to be maintained throughout the program. The Students with Disabilities Grade 7-12 Program consists of 42 credit hours. Coursework includes 15 credit hours of general pedagogical core courses (required in all education and special education programs), and 27 credit hours of specific pedagogical core courses, including 6 credit hours of Clinical Experience. There is a culminating project that is completed for the Clinical Experience. Touro University | Graduate School of Education | 2025-2027 Catalog 32

Subject

EDDN

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

This course is designed to support degree candidates in developing the mindsets, knowledge, and skills defined in the school/district’s framework for effective teaching in order to ensure strong student learning outcomes. The framework will be taught through formal instructional modules, and reinforced through mentored teaching practice that includes timely, substantive, actionable mentor feedback with a focus on the quality of student learning. Candidates will become familiar with their school’s community and with the rights and responsibilities of teachers, professional staff, students, parents, community members, and school administrators with regard to education.

Subject

EDDN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

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credits

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

This course examines language acquisition, the structure of language, the theoretical approaches to language, and language variations as applied to teaching literacy with respect to reading principles, methods, and materials. An in-depth analysis of the stages of first and second language acquisition and the interdependence between literacy background and language acquisition is offered. Research which focuses on the relationship between language and reading is also examined.

Subject

EDDN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

This course focuses on a thorough study of the principles, practices, methodologies and assessment tools utilized in the teaching of early literacy skills and strategies. Differentiating instruction for the at-risk student and English Language Learner will be explored. The creation of a balanced literacy program for Touro University | Graduate School of Education | 2025-2027 Catalog 63

Subject

EDDN

Credits (min)

6

Credits (max)

6

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

Touro University | Graduate School of Education | 2025-2027 Catalog 47

Subject

EDDN

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

This course reviews the skills and knowledge required to support the developmental reading and literacy skills of middle and secondary students. Participants examine methods of teaching reading across the curriculum, including teaching reading of literature in individual, group, and whole-class settings in junior and senior high schools. Effective instructional practices for teaching reading skills to learn new information and to write reports, strategies for teaching writing skills to foster literary understanding, and differences in literacy instruction for junior and senior high school levels are also examined.

Subject

EDDN

Credits (min)

5

Credits (max)

12

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

Subject

EDDN

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

This course examines current research on leadership and provides an opportunity to explore leadership in practice. The course also focuses on development and implementation of an educational vision through the creation of collaborative relationships with internal and external elements of the school community and the importance of establishing an ethical standard of leadership.

Subject

EDDN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

This course acquaints students with the need to provide leadership in comprehensive long-range planning with respect to curriculum development, instructional strategies and technology, classroom organization and practices, and assessment. Current curricula are discussed including methods of changing, updating, and evaluating their effectiveness.

Subject

EDDN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

Touro University | Graduate School of Education | 2025-2027 Catalog 41

Subject

EDDN

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

This course focuses on the objectives, functions, procedures, and evaluation of teaching from a supervisory perspective. Students examine ways to use data from the evaluation and supervision of staff to inform long- range comprehensive planning in professional development and to support staff’s efforts to effectively address student learning needs.

Subject

EDDN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

This course acquaints students with the benefits of leading comprehensive long-range planning in facilities development in order to support instruction and to create a safe, healthy, and supportive environment. The course also examines current managerial and financial practices in schools – including with respect to district budget development and facilities – that effectively support achievement of educational goals and objectives.

Subject

EDDN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

This course focuses on the application of statutes and regulations as required by law. Students discuss legal principles based on constitutional principles, legislation, and case law that enable, restrict, or challenge the functioning of school districts and schools building leaders. The need for school and district leaders to establish an ethical standard of behavior and to effect change through ethical decision-making is emphasized.

Subject

EDDN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

Current scientific research related to effective literacy instruction and research findings about curriculum development are reviewed in depth. Students also learn to analyze curricula to determine appropriateness with respect to specific school populations, intended learning outcomes, and congruence with the International Reading Association Standards as well as the New York State Standards.

Subject

EDDN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

This course discusses the value of undertaking comprehensive long-range planning in the area of support services for students with disabilities, English Language Learners, and other students in need of academic intervention services. Emphasis is placed on the development of pre-referral interventions to address student needs in the general education setting. The course also looks at the laws and regulations governing special education, services to English Language Learners, and reimbursable programs.

Subject

EDDN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

This course will review the research and history of gifted education relating to enrichment programs in particular. The course will focus on the philosophy and works of J.S. Renzulli, E.P. Torrance, and H. Gardner, and their theories of giftedness. Methods for providing differentiated instruction within learning environments for gifted (and non-gifted) students will be explored through the implementation of a classroom-based or school-based gifted program or model.

Subject

EDDN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

This course will focus on the practical (i.e., problem-solving) and theoretical aspects of creativity. The course provides a basic overview of major definitions, theories and concepts related to the thinking skills and creativity. Students will reflect upon their own creativity to effectively foster the creative process within a differentiated classroom. During the course students will develop a working definition of creativity and Touro University | Graduate School of Education | 2025-2027 Catalog 65

Subject

EDDN

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

This course will focus on identifying students with learning disabilities who are gifted. The course explores how these gifted and talented learning disabled (GTLD) students are assessed and provided for according to Federal and state education mandates. During the course students will develop methods of identifying and assessing gifted and/or talented children who learn at a significantly different pace from other students in regular education classes. Students will learn to distinguish between Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and GTLD characteristics. Students will study the unique learning needs of the LD population with respect to GT education and explore hands-on approaches and modified curriculum units using differentiated pedagogy. Throughout the course students will enhance the skills needed to effectively collaborate with parents, students, and school personnel with respect to GT/LD populations.

Subject

EDDN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

This course will focus on topics relating to past, current and future issues regarding gifted and talented education. Students will examine multiple trends and theories in gifted education applicable to their current teaching assignments and the New York State certification exam. Students will share ideas about the importance of enrichment programs as part of the instructional day and assess Carol Tomlinson’s approach to differentiation.

Subject

EDDN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

This course focuses on planning and implementing developmentally appropriate learning environments with integrated curricula for young children (birth-grade 2). Course topics include the relational processes by which children acquire knowledge, skills, and positive attitudes toward learning; the use of spontaneous play and hands-on activities; planned experiences and instruction that provide young children with opportunities to explore and manipulate ideas and concepts as they explore and manipulate the world; approaches to working with gifted students and students with disabilities; integrated instruction in literacy, science, mathematics, technology, the arts, social studies (including exposure to a range of cultures and languages as well as United States and New York State history and geography), family, career and consumer education, and physical and health education. Students are exposed to and engage in evidence-based methods of instruction and critically examine the concept that instruction should be evidenced-based.

Subject

EDDN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

Touro University | Graduate School of Education | 2025-2027 Catalog 50

Subject

EDDN

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

Subject

EDDN

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

Subject

EDDN

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

This course provides an understanding of basic linguistic concepts and their applications for TESOL instruction. Students will be introduced to the essential concepts of language development and modern linguistic components that are relevant to first and second language pedagogy. Specific concepts include: phonetics, phonology, morphology, semantics, syntax, pragmatics, discourse analysis, and the nature of regional and social variations in American English and the relationship between dialects and group identity. Students will explore the origins and functions of human languages, in addition to the relationship between language and society. Students will also study key concepts of sociolinguistics in order to gain a solid understanding of the social and other dimensions of language. Includes 10 hours of fieldwork.

Subject

EDDN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

Students will become acquainted with and practice effective approaches, methods, and strategies for teaching and evaluating English language learners in the content areas (ELA, social studies, math and science). Throughout the course, students will explore the impact of culture and language upon classroom learning. Special challenges in teaching and assessment in each content area will also be discussed. Examination and analysis of curriculum materials and instructional strategies for creative teaching and learning in grades Pe-K-12. Includes content specific lesson planning that addresses the New York State Student Content Learning Standards with emphasis on English Language Arts, English as a Second Language, and content area instruction. Course content includes demonstrations, simulated activities, and field observations in Pre-K-12 classrooms. The course also examines how the teaching of English to non- native speakers can be integrated with the teaching of cognitive skills in all content areas. Students will be offered a variety of methods and materials to integrate ESL standards throughout all content areas for classroom use. Includes 15 hours of fieldwork. Includes 15 hours of fieldwork.

Subject

EDDN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

Subject

EDDN

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

This course identifies and analyzes current trends and issues in second language acquisition and their impact on English language learners. A central focus will be research on specific topics in second language acquisition and bilingualism (e.g., brain research, error correction, role of L1, etc.). Students will become familiar with current instructional strategies as well as methods for professional staff and community resource collaboration in building second language acquisition and respect for cultural diversity in today’s society. Students will engage in a case study research project in a particular area of interest. Includes 5 hours of fieldwork.

Subject

EDDN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

Students study research and theory in first and second language acquisition and apply them to instruction in listening, speaking, reading, and writing for bilingual learners. The course addresses evidence-based instructional approaches, assessment practices, and relevant literature focused on the specific learning needs of students developing literacy in multiple languages. The first half of the course focuses on birth - grade 6, the second half on grades 5-12.

Subject

EDDN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

Touro University | Graduate School of Education | 2025-2027 Catalog 52

Subject

EDDN

Credits (min)

12

Credits (max)

12

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

Independent study provides students with the opportunity to work one-on-one with an instructor on a particular topic or creative project. Designing an independent study is an important part of the project, and together the student and potential instructor should discuss the aims and content of the study. The independent study proposal form should include the study’s title, theme, readings, work to be submitted, and syllabus. Once completed it should be provided to, and discussed with, the student’s academic advisor.

Subject

EDDN

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

graduate

Source

gse.touro.edu

Potential and practicing school administrators are provided with the theoretical and practical framework necessary for planning and implementing technology in schools, both as a tool for instruction and for administration. Emphasis is placed on the latest Technology Standards for School Administrators (TSSA). Hands-on experiences and projects based on technology are included as students develop their familiarity with essential technology applications. Prerequisite: familiarity with basic word processing and use of the Internet. Touro University | Graduate School of Education | 2025-2027 Catalog 68

Subject

EDDN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

Students are provided with a closely supervised experience in applying the principles and concepts acquired through previous course work. The internship takes place in an educational organization under the supervision of a practicing school/district administrator and a Touro faculty member. Theories and concepts are applied to practical situations that are presented to the administrative and supervisory practitioners. (Please note: Students may not register for EDDN 697 and EDDN 698 in the same semester.)

Subject

EDDN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

Prerequisite

students must have 18 credits of coursework in the program.

Non-credit Courses, Seminars, and Workshops

Subject

EDDN

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu

Subject

EDDN

Type

course

Edition

196592-graduate-touro.edu

Source

gse.touro.edu