67 courses with the subject EDU, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
EDU 111Introduction to Teaching1
Becoming a teacher: ethical guidelines; identifying and reporting child abuse; prevention of child abduction; alcohol, tobacco, and drug abuse; safety education fire and arson prevention; current issues. Graded on a pass/fail basis
Cognitive processes, memory and concepts, problem solving, creativity, moral development, self-concept, behaviorism, motivation, social learning, classroom management, and exceptional students. Twenty hours of field work required.
The nature of students with disabilities and special health care needs and the implications for learning and behavior. Topics covered will include: Identifying individual strengths; individualizing instruction including the use of assistive technologies; collaboration; and instructional strategies. 20 hours of fieldwork in a special education setting are required.
Theory and methods of literacy development. Assessment and diagnostic procedures. Development of critical thinking and individualized reading programs. 20 hours of fieldwork in high-needs schools required.
Advanced theory and methods of literacy development, first through sixth grades. Instructional planning, assessment and evaluation, diagnostic procedures, cultural and linguistic differences, writing to learn, New York State English/Language Arts Learning Standards. 20 hours of fieldwork required.
EDU 303Literacy and Comprehension: Middle-Adolescence3
Advanced theory and methods of literacy development, grades 7 - 12. Instructional planning, assessment and evaluation, diagnostic procedures, cultural and linguistic differences, writing to learn, English/Language Arts Learning Standards. 20 hours of fieldwork required.
Tutoring in local schools through the Young Scholars Program. Students who enroll must make a full semester commitment to tutor on a regular basis at least one time a week. May be repeated once.
This course offers a broad-based examination of each category of disability as well as values, trends, issues, practices, and policies that guide the professions to teaching students with disabilities. The course will examine the role of the general education teacher as well as the special education teacher with an emphasis on inclusive practices. The material presented and discussed also includes overview of disability categories, identification, special instruction, and service delivery options. 10 hours of Level II fieldwork required.
Emergent language acquisition, literacy development and literacy assessment for children from birth to grade two. 20 hours of fieldwork in an early childhood setting required.
Effective teaching practices, questioning techniques, professional development, writing and learning, oral communication skills. 20 hours of fieldwork in high-needs schools required.
Survey of children’s and adolescent literature with special emphasis on criteria for book selection. Traces history of children’s books, conducts an in-depth appraisal of Newberry and Caldecott Award winners, presents concept techniques of bibliotherapy.
EDU 316Social Studies/Literacy Methods: Grades 1-63
Application of literacy skills to the content and instructional materials used to teach social studies in first through sixth grades. Social studies and ELA Common Core Learning Standards. 20 hours of fieldwork in high-needs schools required.
EDU 320Classroom Management and Behavioral support3
The purpose of this course is to provide the student with an understanding of educational strategies and theories to effectively manage a class and deliver instruction. Specifically, the course will focus on developing strategies to establish classroom procedures and organization, build an understanding with their learners, create a productive learning environment, become familiar with the existing dialogues regarding classroom management, and recognize and implement the precursors to functional behavior analysis. We will look at ways to build communities in our classrooms, places where students feel like they belong. We will consider how we can do this collaboratively and in a way that is totally inclusive. Case studies and subject-specific examples are all used in order to make this course design meaningful to the educational context of the participant.
Examination of American public education. Includes organization, finance, administration, curriculum implementation; student evaluation; application of technology to English and Social studies; interdisciplinary planning.
EDU 328Methods and Curriculum for Students with Complex Support Needs3
This course is comprised of an examination of the common characteristics of students with complex support needs as the means by which teachers may evaluate and address the unique learning characteristics of those students. Topics will include authentic, ecological assessment, accommodations and modifications, alternate assessments, behavioral management strategies (specifically PBIS), and assistive technology. This course is designed to provide strategies for developing effective educational services for students with multiple disabilities in an inclusive environment, including identifying relevant (a) curriculum content; (b) contexts; and (c) instructional components. A minimum 10 hours of fieldwork required.
Introduction to the historical, philosophical, theoretical and legal foundations of special education services mandated in public education for students with disabilities, birth to 21, by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). This course offers a broad-based examination of values, trends, issues, practices, and policies that guide the professions to teaching students with disabilities. 10 hours of fieldwork required Meets with EDU 529 .
Lesson, unit and course planning; classroom management; curriculum implementation; student evaluation; application of technology to English; interdisciplinary planning. 20 hours of field work required.
Lesson, unit and course planning; classroom management; curriculum implementation; student evaluation; application of technology to Social Studies; interdisciplinary planning. 20 hours of field work required.
Lesson, unit and course planning; classroom management; curriculum implementation; student evaluation; application of technology to mathematic including use of graphing calculator; interdisciplinary planning. 20 hours of fieldwork required.
Lesson, unit and course planning; classroom management; curriculum implementation; student evaluation; application of technology to the sciences; interdisciplinary planning. 20 hours of fieldwork required.
Lesson, unit and course planning; classroom management; curriculum implementation; student evaluation; application of technology to business and marketing education; interdisciplinary planning. 20 hours of fieldwork required.
Lesson, unit, and course planning for teaching languages other than English; classroom management; curriculum implementation; assessment; application of theory to practice, and the use of appropriate technologies. 20 hours of fieldwork required.
EDU 344Science and Technology Methods: Grades 1-63
Objectives, content, instructional materials, activities, and theoretical principles for teaching science and technology in first through sixth grades. Math, Science, and Technology Learning Standards. 20 hours of fieldwork required.
Objectives, content, instructional materials, activities, and theoretical principles for teaching mathematics in first through sixth grades. Math, Science, and Technology Learning Standards. 20 hours of field work required.
Theory and methods of literacy development. Assessment and diagnostic procedures. Development of critical thinking and individualized reading programs. 20 hours field work req.
Advanced theory and methods of literacy development, grade 1 through grade 6. Instructional planning, assessment and evaluation, diagnostic procedures, cultural and linguistic differences, writing to learn, New York State English/Language Arts Learning Standards. 20 hours of field work required.
EDU 503Literacy and Comprehension: Middle-Adolescence3
Advanced theory and methods of literacy development, grades 7 - 12. Instructional planning, assessment and evaluation, diagnostic procedures, cultural and linguistic differences, writing to learn, English/Language Arts Learning Standards. 20 hours of field work required.
This course offers a broad-based examination of each category of disability as well as values, trends, issues, practices, and policies that guide the professions to teaching students with disabilities. The course will examine the role of the general education teacher as well as the special education teacher with an emphasis on inclusive practices. The material presented and discussed also includes overview of disability categories, identification, special instruction, and service delivery options. 10 hours of Level II fieldwork required.
Ethical guidelines; identifying and reporting child abuse; prevention of child abduction; alcohol, tobacco and drug abuse prevention; safety education, fire and arson prevention; violence prevention; current issues. Students are advised to take this course early in their sequence of study. Meets with EDU 111
Basic lesson planning; effective teaching; oral communication skills; writing and learning; school-to-work; classroom technology; learning standards. 20 hours of field work required.
EDU 516Social Studies/Literacy Methods: Grades 1-63
Application of literacy skills to the content and instructional materials used to teach social studies in first through sixth grade. Social studies and ELA Common Core Learning Standards. 20 hours of field work required.
EDU 525Assessment of Children and Youth with Special Needs3
Assessment process in special education: observational assessment; norm-referenced standardized tests; criterion- referenced assessments, performance-based, authentic, and portfolio assessment. 10 hours of field work required.
Special education services for grades 1-6: Individualized Education Plans, teaching practices, curriculum implementation assessment, assistive technology, service delivery models, team collaboration. 15 hours of field work required.
Special education services for grades 7-12: Individualized Education Plans and transitional planning, teaching practices, curriculum implementation assessment, assistive technology, service delivery models, team collaboration. 15 hours of field work required.
EDU 528Methods and Curriculum for Students with Complex Support Needs3
This course is comprised of an examination of the common characteristics of students with complex support needs as the means by which teachers may evaluate and address the unique learning characteristics of those students. Topics will include authentic, ecological assessment, accommodations and modifications, alternate assessments, behavioral management strategies (specifically PBIS), and assistive technology. This course is designed to provide strategies for developing effective educational services for students with multiple disabilities in an inclusive environment, including identifying relevant (a) curriculum content; (b) contexts; and (c) instructional components. A minimum 10 hours of fieldwork required.
Introduction to the historical, philosophical, theoretical and legal foundations of special education services mandated in public education for students with disabilities, birth to 21, by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). This course offers a broad-based examination of values, trends, issues, practices, and policies that guide the professions to teaching students with disabilities. 10 hours of fieldwork required Meets with EDU 329 .
EDU 530Methods for Teaching Student with Disabilities Preschool to Grade 123
This course teaches the different, and individualized approaches to special education services (preschool- grade 12). Topics covered include the following: teaching practices, curriculum implementation, and assessment for core content areas (ELA, mathematics, social studies, and science), service delivery models, and team collaboration. A strong focus on inclusive practices in grades preschool to grade 12 is embedded throughout the entire curriculum.15 hours of fieldwork required. Meets with EDU 330 .
Lesson, unit and course planning; classroom management; curriculum implementation; student evaluation; application of technology to English; interdisciplinary planning. 20 hours of field work required.
Lesson, unit and course planning; classroom management; curriculum implementation; student evaluation; application of technology to Social Studies; interdisciplinary planning. 20 hours of field work required.
Lesson, unit and course planning; classroom management; curriculum implementation; student evaluation; application of technology to mathematics including use of graphing calculator; interdisciplinary planning. 20 hours of fieldwork required.
Lesson, unit and course planning; classroom management; curriculum implementation; student evaluation; application of technology to the sciences; interdisciplinary planning. 20 hours of fieldwork required.
Lesson, unit, and course planning for teaching languages other than English; classroom management; curriculum implementation; assessment; application of theory to practice. 20 hours of field work required.
EDU 544Science and Technology Methods: Grades 1-63
Objectives, content, instructional materials, activities, and theoretical principles for teaching science and technology use in first through sixth grade. Math, Science, and Technology Learning Standards. 20 Hours of field work required.
Objectives, content, instructional materials, activities, and theoretical principles for teaching mathematics in first through sixth grade. Math, Science, and Technology Learning Standards. 20 hours of field work required.
Students will learn motor learning and development, critical skills for teaching physical education, and content specific pedagogy: fitness, games/sports, and movement. 20 hours fieldwork required.
Students will learn coaching skills; social, cultural, and pedagogical considerations, and the coaching process. Students will reflect on coaching and develop a coaching philosophy based on theory and current literature. 10 hours coach shadowing required.
Students will learn objectives, course content, instructional materials, activities, theoretical principles, and curriculum for teaching health education. Learning standards will be addressed. 20 hours of fieldwork required.
EDU 553Curriculum and Assessment in Physical Education and Health Education3
The purpose of this course is, in part, to observe and evaluate existing physical education and health education curricula and assessment methods. Students will also create new curricula and assessment tools based on best practices and the latest research within the two fields. 10 hours of fieldwork will be required for this course.
The course will provide a 20-day classroom placement for candidates who need to complete the education Teacher Performance Assessment for NYS certification requirements but are not required to student teach. Prerequisite(s); if any: Permission of Instructor required.
Comprehensive review of NYSED teacher certification exams (EAS, ALST, CSTs and edTPA) with practice assessments. Includes 20-day placement for matriculated candidates who require edTPA for NYSED certification but are not required to student teach.
Individual reading or research in a topic of interest between the student and the instructor. Must be approved in advance by the appropriate graduate program director.