ED 204 Educational Psychology: Learning and Human Abilities 3 cr.
Study of development, learning, and instructional theory and its practical application to effective teaching of diverse populations. Explores the psychological foundations of student variability, behavioral and cognitive learning theories, information processing, motivation theories, practices of grading and the evaluation of student learning. The findings of research and current best practices in the above areas are explored in relation to creating a positive classroom environment for learning. Prerequisite: PY 201 or equivalent.

ED 205 Psychology of Student with Special Needs 3 cr.
Overview of the life-span of students with special learning needs. Focus will be placed on the characteristics in mental, sensory, physical, communicative, social and emotional development which affect learning and adaptive behavior. Discussion of issues related to education, family, life; federal and state legislation. Prerequisite: PY 201.

ED 206 Field Placement Component for ED 205 .5 cr.
Approximately fifteen (15) hours of observation at an appropriate site as determined by the instructor and/or Field Placement Director. Pass/fail grade. Must be taken concurrently with ED 205.

ED 221 The Role of Phonics in Reading 3 cr.
Nature and the role of word recognition in proficient
reading. Rationale and methods for assessment and instruction of phonemic awareness, decoding, spelling and their application in reading and writing. Identification of deficits in each area and their relation to reading disabilities.

ED 265 Foundations of Early and Middle Childhood Education 3 cr.
This initial course includes an overview of the history, philosophy, and goal of teaching students in grades P-9. It emphasizes the study of developmentally-appropriate curriculum organization, the need for integrating the curriculum, and multiple strategies for evaluating and assessing student performance. Prerequisite: ED 202.

ED 301 Integrating Technology Across the Curriculum 3 cr.
An intermediate course which further develops electronic communications with emphasis on Internet resources, Telnet and e-mail; issues of productivity and interactive technologies; evaluation of software programs. Emphasis is placed on the integration of technology across the P - 12 curriculum. Guidelines for selecting Internet services and pertinent educational sites on the Internet. Additional use of assistive technology for students with special needs. Overview of more advanced troubleshooting such as extension conflicts, upgrades, reinstallation of system software. Prerequisites: ED 204 and IS 220 or placement.

ED 332 Reading Across the Curriculum in ECE and MCE 3 cr.
This course is designed to develop collaborative skills and effective communication practices in working with families of children with disabilities. Specific strategies to more effectively develop collaboration with regular classroom teachers and other school and community personnel will be explored as well as opportunities to practice elements of successful and effective team relationships. The student will demonstrate a working knowledge of the IEP team including the consultative role of professionals in related services. Ten (10) hours of field experience required.

ED 335 Reading in the Content Areas 3 cr.
This course is designed to explore the techniques used in the development of successful student reading of subject matter content. Prerequisites: ED 202, 204, 205 and formal admission to the Division of Education.

ED 341 Curriculum Principles P-12 3 cr.
An examination of curriculum principles that impact upon planning instructional activities for students. Emphasis placed on the Backward Design concept. Prerequisites: Completion of ALL other education coursework and 90% of content work. Must be ready to student teach in the one or two semesters following the completion of this course. Formal admission to the Division of Education. ED 341 precedes ED 342.

ED 342 Integrated Teaching Methods P - 12 3 cr.
Effective teaching methodology is introduced that addresses the needs of today's diverse classroom. Prerequisites: Completion of ALL other education coursework and 95% of content work. Must be ready to student teach in the next semester following the completion of this course. Formal admission to the Division ofEducation.

ED 343 Field Experience for ED 342 1 cr.
Field placement component for the ED 342 methods class required of ALL education majors/minors. The planning, teaching and reflection of multiple lessons taught at an off-site location determined by the instructor and/or Field Placement Director. (Must be taken concurrently with ED 342.) Pass/fail grade.

ED 355 Assessment and Correction of Reading Disabilities 3 cr.
A study of the types and causes of reading disabilities, procedures for clinical and classroom diagnosis, and the methods and materials for the correction of these disabilities.

ED 376 Developmental Reading Instruction in ECE 3 cr.
A comprehensive approach to the development of reading with a focus on language development, oral communication skills and reading/writing through developmentally, individually and age-appropriate activities for young children. Emphasis on children's progress in literacy development, appropriate teaching methodologies and the holistic approach throughout the entire curriculum for young children of diverse learning needs. Prerequisites: ED 202, 204, 205, 221, 265, 355 and formal admission to the Division of Education.

ED 379 Music, Creative Arts and Physical Movement Activities in ECE 3 cr.
This course focuses on appreciation for and the integration of art, music and physical movement activities into the classroom learning environment. Students will learn strategies and techniques to meet the needs of students with diverse needs and cultural backgrounds in the context of developmentally appropriate practice. Prerequisites: ED 204, ED 265.

ED 380 Field Experience for Reading for ECE, MCE & MMIS Licensure 3 cr.
Field placement component for the reading core required for early and middle childhood licenses. Thirty (30) hours of observation/activities at an appropriate site as determined by the instructor and/or Field Placement Director. Must be taken concurrently with the ED 355 class (MCE & MMIS licenses) OR ED 376 (ECE license). Prerequisites: ED 221 for middle childhood license & MMIS; ED 221and ED 355 for early childhood license. Pass/fail grade.

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