GCED 600Educational Leadership and
Professional Development 3
- Subject
- GCED
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- www.stvincent.edu
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GCED
23 courses with the subject GCED, 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.
GCED 605STATISTICS AND RESEARCH DESIGN3
This course enables the educator to read and interpret empirical research as it is reported in periodic literature and to design educational research instruments and projects. This advanced course includes instruction in educational test and measurements that will provide the educator with the prerequisite mathematical skills to compute, read, and interpret statistical data as reported on standardized achievement tests, group and individual tests, and research monographs. The major emphasis of the course is to develop observational, investigative, and interpretive skills of a reflective educator/practitioner.
- Subject
- GCED
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- www.stvincent.edu
GCED 610Current Issues and Trends3
- Subject
- GCED
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- www.stvincent.edu
GCED 615Curriculum Systems Design3
Requirements for the Online Instruction Endorsement The Online Instruction 12-Credit Program Endorsement is designed to offer the opportunity for certified and in-service teachers to enhance their professional capacity to respond to the increasing demand for expertise in teaching and learning within technological and e-learning settings. Offering the Online Instruction Program Endorsement reflects Saint Vincent College’s well-established commitment to providing today’s teachers with the knowledge, skill set, and competencies to leverage digital tools to meet the needs of 21st-century students and school districts alike. Completing the Online Instruction Program Endorsement will strengthen the instructional expertise and employability of newly certified teachers and present in-service teachers with a unique professional development opportunity. Required courses:
- Subject
- GCED
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- www.stvincent.edu
GCED 620Assessment and Diagnostics3
GCED 625 GCED 635
- Subject
- GCED
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- www.stvincent.edu
GCED 625INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY3
Students will explore the use of technology as an important education resource. They will develop the knowledge, technical expertise, and instructional strategies necessary for effective application of technology in a variety of educational and professional settings. Hands-on experience is emphasized.
- Subject
- GCED
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- www.stvincent.edu
GCED 630Managing Financial and Material Resources3
129
- Subject
- GCED
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- www.stvincent.edu
GCED 635INSTRUCTIONAL METHODOLOGY3
Students will examine the rationale for and development of viable theories of instructional design; apply instructional models to various learning environments, evaluate the learning outcomes; develop an expanded and integrated repertoire of teaching strategies and techniques for use in their classrooms.
- Subject
- GCED
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- www.stvincent.edu
GCED 640CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT3
This course provides an overview of management models and practical techniques that foster the creation and maintenance of a functional, effective classroom learning environment. It focuses on behavior analysis, management strategies, and the legal and/or policy constraints affecting implementation. Students examine the use of techniques in a variety of settings and apply procedures in their own classes. 3 credits GCED-640UG CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT Same as GCED-640.
- Subject
- GCED
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- www.stvincent.edu
- Alias
- GCED 640
GCED 645Philosophical and Ethical Perspectives
in Education 3
- Subject
- GCED
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- www.stvincent.edu
GCED 650HUMAN LEARNING3
Brain research and the psycho/social bases of learning from infancy to adolescence are investigated in this course. The study of cognitive learning theory, intelligence, instrumental and generative learning, the contributions of differential psychology, information processing, and expectancy theory help the educational practitioner to individualize and differentiate instructional strategies for diverse learners. Learning styles, shaping and pacing strategies, contingency management, concept learning, and problem-solving strategies are applied to lesson planning and the enhancement of instruction. The course's major emphasis is on the systematic application of the principles of learning within the learning environment. 3 credits GCED-650UG HUMAN LEARNING Same as GCED-650 - graduate course taken as undergraduate. Brain research and the psycho/social bases of learning from infancy to adolescence are investigated in this course. The study of cognitive learning theory, intelligence, instrumental and generative learning, the contributions of differential psychology, information processing, and expectancy theory help the educational practitioner to individualize and differentiate instructional strategies for diverse learners. Learning styles, shaping and pacing strategies, contingency management, concept learning, and problem-solving strategies are applied to lesson planning and the enhancement of instruction. The course's major emphasis is on the systematic application of the principles of learning within the learning environment.
- Subject
- GCED
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- www.stvincent.edu
- Alias
- GCED 650
GCED 655EDUCATIONAL JURISPRUDENCE3
This course investigates a wide range of legal issues that influence the lives of teachers, students, parents, administrators, and school boards. The legal aspects of teaching and teacher and student rights receive extensive treatment. Contract law, conditions of employment, collective bargaining, liability, child abuse, copyright law, and constitutional provisions of the law affecting the school, the child, and the teacher are investigated. Controversial and emerging legal issues are also examined. 3 credits GCED-655UG EDUCATIONAL JURISPRUDENCE Same as GCED-655 - graduate course taken as undergraduate. This course investigates a wide range of legal issues that influence the lives of teachers, students, parents, administrators, and school boards. The legal aspects of teaching and teacher and student rights receive extensive treatment. Contract law, conditions of employment, collective bargaining, liability, child abuse, copyright law, and constitutional provisions of the law affecting the school, the child, and the teacher are investigated. Controversial and emerging legal issues are also examined.
- Subject
- GCED
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- www.stvincent.edu
- Alias
- GCED 655
GCED 660ADULT LEARNING3
This course defines adult education and distinguishes it from other adult-learning activities. The historic, social, and pedagogic origins of adult education are surveyed, and contrasted to other types of education. Examples of curricula, selected goals and objectives, and learning activities are reviewed, and consideration is given to how these educational components are influenced by theories of adult learning. 3 credits GCED-660UG ADULT LEARNING Same as GCED-660 - Graduate course taken as undergraduate. This course defines adult education and distinguishes it from other adult- learning activities. The historic, social, and pedagogic origins of adult education are surveyed, and contrasted to other types of education. Examples of curricula, selected goals and objectives, and learning activities are reviewed, and consideration is given to how these educational components are influenced by theories of adult learning.
- Subject
- GCED
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- www.stvincent.edu
- Alias
- GCED 660
GCED 665CREATIVE MESSAGE DESIGN AND
- Subject
- GCED
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- www.stvincent.edu
GCED 670VISUAL THINKING AND LEARNING3
This course introduces the students to the study and use of instructional visual modalities within the curriculum. The course emphasizes how students learn and benefit from instructionally balanced picture-based media (film, television, photography, graphic arts, computer-based instruction, 3-D imagery, and the Internet). Topics include: visual interpretation, creativity and imagination studies, instructional image manipulation and presentation techniques, social/political influences of visual imagery on children, and the role of the visual media in education.
- Subject
- GCED
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- www.stvincent.edu
GCED 675INCLUSIONARY EDUCATION
This course offers students an introduction to inclusive environments and services. Students learn the techniques and skills needed to address current inclusive classroom management issues as well as how to develop effective teaching strategies for an inclusive 199
- Subject
- GCED
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- www.stvincent.edu
GCED 680SUPERVISION OF INSTRUCTION
Students are introduced to the basic concepts and theories of instructional supervision. Emphasis is placed on the roles, tasks, and processes involved in supervisory practice based on theory and research in education and ancillary fields such as psychology, social work, human resources management, communications, and organizational/ business administration. Prerequisite: Five or more years of teaching experience. 3 credits GCED-680UG SUPERVISION OF INSTRUCTION Same as GCED-680 - Graduate course taken as undergraduate. Students are introduced to the basic concepts and theories of instructional supervision. Emphasis is placed on the roles, tasks, and processes involved in supervisory practice based on theory and research in education and ancillary fields such as psychology, social work, human resources management, communications, and organizational/ business administration. Prerequisite: Five or more years of teaching experience. 3 credits
- Subject
- GCED
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- www.stvincent.edu
- Alias
- GCED 680
GCED 700INDEPENDENT STUDY
An independent study may be possible by arrangement with the Graduate Program Director. Variable credit.
- Subject
- GCED
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- www.stvincent.edu
GCED 705MUSEUMS IN EDUCATION3
This course assists students of history and educators in developing awareness and confidence in using museum resources as a planned and significant aspects of curriculum. Opportunities to examine learning styles, learning contexts, and teaching methods around the object, exhibit, and site-based visual and interactive experiences are provided. Research and development of exhibits along with teaching methods and materials are expected of students. Students participate in traditional classroom instruction as well as field visits to historica places.
- Subject
- GCED
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- www.stvincent.edu
GCED 710SCHOOL PLANNING AND CLASSROOM
- Subject
- GCED
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- www.stvincent.edu
GCED 715CULTIVATING EQUITY AND BELONGING3
Educators will examine the importance of equity and belonging in a school setting. Through individual reflection and discussion, students will be able to explore an array of topics, including equity and culturally relevant pedagogy. Students will focus on effective methods for fostering equitable, welcoming learning communities in their own classrooms. By the end of the course, educators will have the tools and strategies that will enable them to embrace the Chapter 49 Culturally Relevant and Sustaining Educators competencies in their classrooms.
- Subject
- GCED
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- www.stvincent.edu
GCED 720PERSONALIZED LEARNING WITH THE
- Subject
- GCED
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- www.stvincent.edu
GCED 800Comprehensive Exam
Obtaining Pennsylvania Special Education Certification with a Master of Science in Special Education Students may add Pennsylvania certification in special education through a post-baccalaureate program taken concurrently with the M.S. in Special Education. Candidates will choose between PreK-8 (previously early childhood-, elementary-, or middle grade certified candidates) or 7-12 (previously secondary or K-12 certified candidates). Candidates who are not special education certified can take the following courses or transfer equivalent courses upon advisor approval.
- Subject
- GCED
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- www.stvincent.edu
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