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26 courses with the subject EDE, 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.

EDE 199Educator Development Transfer Credits1-10

Transfer Credits

Subject: EDE
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 10
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027-undergraduate
Source: catalog.wcupa.edu

EDE 253Human Development and Behavior3

Physical, mental, emotional, social, moral, and self factors shaping human behavior throughout the life cycle; specific application to work with individuals and groups in educational settings. EDE 253 Prerequisite: Successful completion of PSY 100.

Subject: EDE
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027-undergraduate
Source: catalog.wcupa.edu

EDE 254Development in the Middle School Child3

Characteristic development and behavior of children between 10 and 15 years of age; understanding and working with these children in educational settings. EDE 254 Prerequisite: Successful completion of EDE 253.

Subject: EDE
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027-undergraduate
Source: catalog.wcupa.edu

EDE 409Independent Study1-3

Special topics or projects initiated by the student that will enable her or him to do extensive and intensive study in an area of elementary education.

Subject: EDE
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027-undergraduate
Source: catalog.wcupa.edu

EDE 500Classroom Management and Student Engagement3

This course offers a detailed investigation of a school teacher’s role in classroom management that encourages student cooperation in the development of optimum learning environments. Study of the classroom as a unique social system and intentional learning community. Development of knowledge and skills essential to plan for and facilitate high levels of achievement, cooperation, social competence, and supportive peer interactions in a dynamic classroom learning system will be explored. Distance education offering may be available.

Subject: EDE
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027-graduate
Source: catalog.wcupa.edu

EDE 532Teaching-Learning: Theory to Practice3

This course is intended to help teachers connect knowledge of curriculum design and learning theory with the development of culturally responsive curriculum and effective classroom practice.

Subject: EDE
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027-graduate
Source: catalog.wcupa.edu

EDE 548Social Emotional Learning in the Classroom3

This course explores social and emotional learning (SEL) theory, research, practice, and policy. SEL is the process through which children and adults understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships, and make responsible decisions. This course provides a systemic approach to SEL. Practitioners will learn how to intentionally cultivate a caring, participatory, and equitable learning environment using evidence-based practices that actively involve all students in their social, emotional, and academic growth. This approach infuses social and emotional learning into both the educators' and the students' lives during all times of the school day and when they are in their homes and communities. This course is grounded in theories of cognitive, social, emotional, and behavioral development and demonstrates research-based practices which enable students to gain knowledge and experience needed to work successfully with family members and the broader community in supporting social, emotional, and behavioral wellness of PK-12 students. Distance education offering may be available.

Subject: EDE
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027-graduate
Source: catalog.wcupa.edu

EDE 554The Reflective Teacher: Examining Cultural Paradigms in the Contemporary Classroom3

An investigation of the origins of popular, personal and theoretical constructions of teaching and learning processes and how these constructions influence contemporary practice.

Subject: EDE
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 Catalog
Source: catalog.wcupa.edu

EDE 556Developmental Perspectives on Learning and Teaching3

The study of cross-culturally evolving perspectives on healthy developmental processes in children and adults and the application of findings to interactions between teachers and learners within the contexts of family, school and community. Students will consider their own growth and development as teachers and adults via understanding of teacher career cycle models and apply components of case study methodology and child/adolescent development theories to PreK-12 students. EDE 556 Prerequisite: Successful completion of EDE 554. Distance education offering may be available.

Subject: EDE
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027-graduate
Source: catalog.wcupa.edu

EDE 563Teachers as Leaders3

This course will provide opportunities for teachers to study their roles in change processes through an examination of teacher leadership. Distance education offering may be available.

Subject: EDE
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027-graduate
Source: catalog.wcupa.edu

EDE 564Peer Mentoring and the Professional Community3

This course examines the leadership skills and ethical responsibilities required of a school leader and prepares them to enact these skills within the contemporary political, social, economic, and cultural context in which an educational system operates. The course requires individuals to practice these leadership skills and reflect on their impact. Learners will demonstrate the following Pennsylvania Teacher Leaders Endorsement Program: adults as learners, peer mentoring practices, assessing and planning, peer mentoring observation skills, and peer mentoring and teacher development. Distance education offering may be available.

Subject: EDE
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027-graduate
Source: catalog.wcupa.edu

EDE 571Educational Change: The Role of Change in the Era of Accountability3

Credits. The goals of this course includes the exploration of theories and models of educational change, with emphasis on systems thinking and the central role of the teacher in the change process in an era of accountability. EDE 571 Prerequisite: Successful completion of EDE 532, EDE 554, EDE 556, and EDF 583, or department approval. Distance education offering may be available. 2026-2027 CATALOG - GRADUATE

Subject: EDE
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027-graduate
Source: catalog.wcupa.edu

EDE 572The School as Cultural and Political Entity3

This course examines the skills and dispositions teacher leaders need to promote and support equitable learning communities in schools within the contemporary political, social, economic, and cultural context in which an educational system operates. It examines the major themes of instructional leadership, including instructional coaching, professional development, leveraging data, integrating technology, and allocating resources to help promote and support effective learning environments for all students. Participants will explore these topics through the lens of working within the systems of the school as well as working with families and the community at large. Distance education offering may be available.

Subject: EDE
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027-graduate
Source: catalog.wcupa.edu

EDE 575Teaching as Inquiry Master's Capstone3

This graduate-level capstone course offers an in-depth exploration of educational research, providing students with the opportunity to engage in reflective, practitioner-focused inquiry. The course emphasizes the role of educators as active researchers who examine their own practice, beliefs, and professional development. Students will design and conduct research projects, employing a range of qualitative methods to analyze and improve their teaching, leadership, or educational practices. Through a blend of theoretical exploration and practical application, the course challenges students to critically examine their educational contexts, identify areas for growth, and create actionable knowledge that contributes to both their personal development and the broader field of education. Central to the course is a focus on ethical considerations, reflective practice, and the importance of creating a supportive research community. Distance education offering may be available.

Subject: EDE
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027-graduate
Source: catalog.wcupa.edu

EDE 590Independent Study1-3

Enrollment by permission only; number of credits determined by graduate coordinator. Equivalent courses: EGP 590, MGP 590

Subject: EDE
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027-graduate
Source: catalog.wcupa.edu

EDE 591Special Topics in Elementary Education1-3