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2020-2021 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

 

Economics
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

  • EC 440 International Trade

    Analyzes the causes and consequences of international trade. Topics covered include: the theory of comparative advantage, models of international trade under perfect and imperfect competition, strategic trade policy, the impact of trade on welfare, protectionism, trade and the environment, the role of trade in developing countries, the effects of free trade agreements.
    Credits: 4
    Prerequisite: EC 201  and EC 202  or consent of instructor


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  • EC 441 International Monetary Economics

    Examines the macroeconomic linkages between countries. Topics include: institutions of flexible and fixed exchange rates, the balance of payments, the choice of an exchange rate regime, international money markets, currency crises, international policy coordination and international debt and direct investment.
    Credits: 4
    Prerequisite: EC 201  and EC 202  or consent of instructor


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Education
  

  • ED 100 Introduction to Education

    Introduction to the historical, cultural and philosophical foundations of our system of American public education. Students will reflect upon and critique their own educational experiences and articulate their own beliefs and values about teaching, learning and schooling. Students will also examine current and historical roles, expectations, stereotypes and characterizations that define teaching as a profession.
    Credits: 3


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  • ED 200 Foundations of Education

    Focuses on historical foundations of education; education policy and practice; the system alternatives to public education; legal rights and responsibilities of teachers and students; professional development of teachers; student pluralism; and current issues and effective schools. Course helps participants evaluate their commitment to becoming a professional educator and reflective practitioner who will be able to make informed decisions to enhance the environment for children and youth.
    Credits: 3
    Exploring Knowledge: Social, Historic, and Civic Perspectives


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  • ED 220 Introduction to Early Childhood Education

    Introductory course in the principles and basic theories of early childhood education. An overview will be presented of the physical, perceptual-motor, social-emotional and cognitive development of the young child. Opportunities will be given to observe and participate in developing experiences for young children.
    Credits: 3
    Exploring Knowledge: Social, Historic, and Civic Perspectives


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  • ED 224 Creative Arts in Early Childhood Settings (birth-4th grade)

    Utilizes the Creative Arts (art, music and dramatic play) and play as central approaches to teaching and learning with young children from birth-4th grade in inclusive early childhood settings. Focuses on an integrated approach to an arts-based curriculum by examining authentic arts experiences and the role of play in children’s growth and development.
    Credits: 3


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  • ED 230 Children’s Literature in Diverse Classrooms

    This course is a foundational survey of children’s literature and focuses on extensive and intensive reading of children’s literature.  Students will explore various genres, authors, illustrators, styles and movements within children’s literature as well as resources available for choosing and utilizing quality literature with young people.  Course content will consider the historical development of literature for children, literary theory, and current issues and trends in children’s literature.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite: ED 200  or ED 220  or consent of instructor
    Exploring Knowledge: Literary and Aesthetic Perspectives


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  • ED 231 Typical & Atypical Development

    Overview of typical and atypical development in young children from 3 years - 4th grade. Traditional and current theories of development are discussed with an ecological framework and an emphasis on brain research, risk factors, culture and the implications of atypical development as it relates to developmental appropriate practices in inclusive early childhood environments.
    Credits: 3
    Exploring Knowledge: Social, Historic, and Civic Perspectives


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  • ED 232 Health & Safety Practices for the Early Childhood Environment (birth-4th grade)

    Prepares the early childhood educator to meet the physical needs of young children of all abilities through preparation of a safe environment, planned routines and positive experiences in the area of health, safety and nutrition. Focuses on the physical needs of children, child abuse and neglect.
    Credits: 3


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  • ED 233 Applied Adolescent Learning and Development

    Teacher candidates learn to apply theories of human development and learning to a variety of classroom settings. Major theories of learning are examined as they apply in elementary/middle through high school grades and instructional decision-making. Teacher candidates seeking licensure at the elementary/middle level can take this class or ED 242 .
    Credits: 3


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  • ED 235 Literature for the Young Child

    This course is a foundational survey of children’s literature and focuses on extensive reading of children’s literature. Intensive focus will be on selecting literature for infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children as well as methods for creating early literacy experiences. Course content will consider important early literacy skills including visual literacy, interactive literacy experiences, and thematic connections.
    Credits: 3
    Exploring Knowledge: Literary and Aesthetic Perspectives


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  • ED 240 Young Adult Literature in Diverse Classrooms

    This course is a foundational survey of young adult literature and focuses on extensive and intensive reading of literature for and about adolescents and young adults.  Students will explore various genres, authors, illustrators, styles and movements within young adult literature as well as issues related to diverse experiences and honoring multiple perspectives.  Course content will consider the historical development of literature for children and adolescents, literary theory, and current issues and trends in young adult literature.
    Credits: 3
    Exploring Knowledge: Literary and Aesthetic Perspectives


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  • ED 245 Designing Early Childhood Environments (birth-4th grade)

    Focus is on investigating learning environments for young children from birth-4th grade in inclusive early childhood settings (Head Start, public and private pre-K, child care, K-4 classrooms, etc.) and how to plan for children of all abilities. Students will spend time in the field observing and documenting classroom environments in inclusive early childhood settings.
    Credits: 3


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  • ED 248 Developmentally Appropriate Practices: EC Play, Development and Literature

    Exploration of play and literacy as integral components of early learning. Emphasis is placed on the roles of the teacher in observing play and literacy, developing and refining teaching strategies that support and extend children’s play and literacy and advocating for play in the early childhood curriculum. Focuses on young children ages birth-4th grade in inclusive early childhood settings. Students will be spending time in the field in inclusive environments.
    Credits: 3


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  • ED 250 Inclusive Practices in Early Childhood Settings (birth-4th grade)

    Explores inclusive practices in early childhood settings for diverse children from birth-4th grade of all abilities. Includes an exploration of the following: foundations of early childhood/early childhood special education theory and practices; characteristics of young children with disabilities and other special needs; impact on the family, accessing research and resources; approaches to screening; types of programs; adaptations and accommodations of the inclusive settings; advocacy, integration and future trends.
    Credits: 3
    Exploring Knowledge: Social, Historic, and Civic Perspectives


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  • ED 259 Special Education and Inclusive Communities

    Introductory class provides a survey of models, theories and philosophies that form the basis for special education practices. An overview is provided of legal, social and educational issues in the provision of education and related services for individuals with disabilities from early intervention through transition to adulthood.
    Credits: 3


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  • ED 280 Infant and Toddler Development

    Designed to teach students to apply theory and research to infants and toddlers (prenatal-3 years) utilizing an ecological systems and culturally responsive practices approach. Participants will learn and gain experience with best practices in service delivery models for infants and toddlers of all abilities. Participants will gain experience interacting with infants and toddlers within a family system.
    Credits: 3


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  • ED 283 Introduction to Observation and Assessment in Early Childhood

    This course is designed to introduce and immerse students in learning authentic observation and assessment techniques in early childhood settings (birth-8years). In addition, students will learn how to interpret and use what data they have gathered to help inform their practice as teachers, in making decisions regarding curriculum, program planning, and individual student planning. A critical dimension of this course is to expand student knowledge and build skills in understanding the diversity of young children and families, and the importance of using that diversity to enhance observations and assessments.
    Credits: 3


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  • ED 285 Introduction to Families

    This course introduces students to the study of the structure and function of families, and the impact on individual family members. Theories of the study of the family will be surveyed, and applications to the teacher/family relationship will be explored. Contemporary challenges for families and implications for teachers will be researched and discussed.
    Credits: 3


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  • ED 301 Introduction to Chicano/a Studies

    An introductory course designed to assist students from diverse cultural and experiential backgrounds in addressing and understanding their heritage within the American society. Focus on Chicano/a history in the United States beginning with Spanish colonization and continuing with present day issues of assimilation and acculturation.
    Credits: 3


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  • ED 322 Early Childhood Motor Development and Movement Education

    Integrates theory and practice of the foundations of human movement for children from birth through grade 4 in inclusive environments. Content includes the importance of physical activity for young children; recommended physical activity guidelines for varying stages of childhood; connections among children’s psycho-motor, cognitive and affective development; dynamic systems and children’s motor development and learning; developmentally appropriate movement for children; methods of motor task variation and adaptation for children with varied abilities and disabilities; and contemporary methods for teaching children movement education.
    Credits: 3


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  • ED 325 Elementary Science Methods

    Supports the development of pedagogical content knowledge in science by emphasizing content knowledge application of content, planning for instruction and instructional strategies to improve preK-9 learning. Includes strategies related to specific scientific content in state and national science standards, STEM, scientific practices as well as children’s learning of science.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite: GS 325  with a grade of C or better


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  • ED 340 Standing on the Shoulders of Giants: History & Theories of Early Childhood Education

    This undergraduate course will explore the history of early childhood education (birth-8years) and pioneers of the field from the 18th century to present day, and how theories and knowledge of early childhood have evolved over time and influenced current practices in classrooms and schools. Early childhood pioneers focused on in this course will include John Locke, Friedrich Froebel, Maria Montessori, Jean Piaget, and others.
    Credits: 3


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  • ED 343 Purposes of Play in Learning

    This course will explore the multiple utilities of play for learning across all developmental domains for diverse children from birth-8years. Students will gain a deep understanding of the significance of play through hands-on play workshops for adults. Hands-on experience, guided reflection, and the integration of current trends and research regarding play will enable students to analyze and design intentional play experiences in early learning settings.
    Credits: 3


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  • ED 350 Emergent Literacy

    This courses focuses on developmentally appropriate approaches to supporting early language development and emergent literacy for children in birth-5yrs. early childhood settings. The course objectives integrate an understanding of young children’s development from birth to five years old with developmentally appropriate and research based strategies for considering teacher-child interactions, early care and learning experiences, and instructional strategies for emergent readers and writers.
    Credits: 3


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  • ED 353 Elementary Mathematics Methods

    Designed to emphasize mathematics content knowledge, application of content, planning for instruction and instructional strategies to improve preK-9 learning, including students of diverse backgrounds and needs. Includes strategies related to mathematics content in state and national standards, STEM and mathematical practices, as well as children’s learning of mathematics.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite: ED 373 , MTH 211 , MTH 212 , MTH 213  and MTH 396  (may be taken concurrently); ED 353 should be taken during one of the last two terms before entering the ED program


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  • ED 354 ECE Numeracy & Mathematics

    Methods and materials in teaching and assessment in early childhood numeracy and mathematics. Methods for facilitating early math learning using developmentally appropriate practices for learners of all abilities (birth-8 years) will be discussed. Interactions with young children in inclusive settings will provide experiential learning and teaching opportunities. ED 354 should be taken during one of the last two terms before entering the Early Childhood Professional ED Core.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite: ED 373 , MTH 211 , MTH 212 , MTH 213  and MTH 396  (may be taken concurrently)


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  • ED 357 Approaches to Early Childhood Education: Montessori, Reggio Emilia, & WaldorfCritical Issues in Early Childhood

    This undergraduate course examines the curriculum and practices from three major early childhood approaches: Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Waldorf. Learning materials, teaching strategies, and philosophies will be compared. Visits to early childhood schools to see the approach in practice and presentations by teachers will supplement this course.
    Credits: 3


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  • ED 368 Science & Social Studies in Early Childhood Settings (birth-4th grade)

    Focuses on the study and practice of science and social studies education and exploration for young children in inclusive early childhood settings (birth- 4th grade) focusing on appropriate content, goals and methods. Students will have opportunity to design, plan and implement lesson plans.
    Credits: 3


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  • ED 369 Critical Issues in Early Childhood

    This course is designed to expose students to the historical and trending critical issues in the field of early childhood, with a focus on issues related to birth-5years. Students will explore contemporary reconceptualizations of early childhood education as well as the socio-political influences which frame early childhood practice today. Students will be exposed to and invited to reflect upon diverse experiences in early childhood classrooms (relating to culture, gender, sexuality, voice, choice). Students will reflect and discuss critical issues in a focused effort to improve their personal and professional identities as early childhood practitioners.
    Credits: 3


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  • ED 373 Introduction to Curriculum and Assessment

    Supports the development of instructional strategies and the means to create assessments, analyze data and evaluate instruction in various classroom settings using the framework of teacher work sampling. The basics of unpacking standards, developing goals and objectives in lesson planning, instructional methods, assessment planning and differentiation are introduced.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite: 6 Credits of ED coursework; junior standing or above

     


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  • ED 374 Teaching Writing in the Elementary Classroom

    Introduction to teaching writing in the early childhood and elementary school classroom. Particular emphasis will be placed upon developmental writing with young children, authentic and naturalistic approaches to language and writing, the connection between reading and writing and research-based approaches to feedback and assessment on student writing. Course involves authentic experiences at a local elementary school. Students enrolled in this course will need to grant Oregon Department of Education permission to conduct a background check.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite: ED 230  or ED 240  or ED 248  


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  • ED 383 Introduction and Overview to Infant Mental Health

    This is an introductory course on the relationship between theory and practice in infant mental health. This course will provide a conceptual framework based on recent brain research, attachment theory, and the importance of early relationships. The effects of early stress, trauma and additional psychological and environmental risk factors will be discussed. The course will also examine the long term societal consequences of negative early childhood experiences.
    Credits: 3


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  • ED 385 Infant and Toddler Observation and Assessment

    This course focuses on knowledge and application of various techniques for observing and recording behavior of very young children (birth to 3-years old) at home and in early education and care settings, from diverse cultures and with varied learning needs. Exploration of both formal and informal ways of presenting information to families is also included. The students will explore both quantitative and qualitative approaches to evaluation and assessment. Students will gain an understanding of appropriate strategies for conducting, reporting, and decision making related to specific functions of assessment for infants and toddlers. Students will become competent in the use of authentic assessment strategies to describe a child’s learning strengths and needs.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite: Sophomore standing


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  • ED 403 EC Studies Seminar I

    This is the first seminar course in a two-term sequence. Focus will begin by exploring the concept of professionalism as it relates to educational leaders, and learning. Early Childhood Studies candidates will be introduce to the NAEYC/DEC candidate expectations and program dispositions, the expectations for each term, and the scoring guides for formative and summative evaluations.
    Credits: 1
    Prerequisite: Acceptance in the Early Childhood Studies program


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  • ED 404 Clinical Experience Seminar I

    First seminar in the three-term Professional Education Core supporting clinical experience. Focus is to begin to explore the concept of professionalism as it relates to teaching and learning. Teacher candidates will be introduced to the Clinical Experience Workbook and review the expectations for the term.
    Credits: 2


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  • ED 405 Clinical Experience Seminar II

    Second seminar in the three-term Professional Education Core supporting clinical experience. Focus is to expand on the concept of professionalism, reflective practice, leadership and collaboration as it relates to teaching and learning. Teacher candidates will refer to the Clinical Experience Workbook and review expectations for the term.
    Credits: 2


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  • ED 413 EC Studies-International Clinical Practice-I

    This 4-credit course is the first of a three-term sequence (ED 413, 414, 415) of clinical practice courses. Focus will be on both exploring the concept of professionalism as it relates to early childhood educators, and an introduction to clinical practice work. Students will spend time in the field observing and documenting classroom environments in inclusive early childhood settings. Students will gain practice observing young children in EC environments, assessing early childhood environments, and reflecting on their own bias and preconceived ideas/beliefs about young children and environments that support their learning.
    Credits: 4
    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the EC Studies program, and be part of the international cohort from Tianhua.


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  • ED 414 EC Studies-International Clinical Practice-II

    This the second in a series of 3-clinical practice courses (ED 413, 414, 415) for Early Childhood Studies-international students. The intention of this course is to provide the students with beginning practical teaching and assisting experience in a professional early childhood setting. Students will work in an inclusive early childhood setting with children ages 3-to-5 years. All students will be placed with experienced and qualified teachers, 2-3 students per classroom. All classroom demonstrate the Head Start philosophy and the importance of developmentally appropriate practices and student preparation for kindergarten. Students will receive instruction through observation and guidance from an on-site clinical teacher and a Western Oregon University faculty supervisor.
    Credits: 4
    Prerequisite: ED 413  and admission to the EC Studies professional program


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  • ED 415 EC Studies-International Clinical Practice-III

    This is the third in a series of clinical practice courses for Early Childhood Studies-international candidates. The intention of this course is to provide the student with practical teaching and assisting experience in a professional preschool setting. Students will complete a practicum in an inclusive setting with students aged 3 years to 5 years. All students will be placed with experienced and qualified teachers, 2-3 students per classroom. All classrooms demonstrate the Head Start philosophy and the importance of developmentally appropriate practices and student preparation for kindergarten. Students will receive instruction through observation and guidance from an on-site clinical teacher and a Western Oregon University supervisor. In addition, students will take part in reflective practice with their WOU supervisor.
    Credits: 5
    Prerequisite: ED 414  and acceptance into the EC Studies program


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  • ED 419 Poverty, Young Children, and their Families

    This course explores students to the complex impact of poverty on schools, children, and their families.  A poverty simulation will be conducted in class to understand the stressors and challenges facing families living in poverty.  Strategies that teachers and schools can take to support children and families living in poverty will be discussed.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite: Junior standing


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  • ED 420 Global Perspectives in Early Childhood Education

    This course introduces students to topics in early education from a global perspective. A comparison of current educational policy and methods in various global settings is designed to increase intercultural competence for future teachers. Contexts and perspectives in educational practice around the world will be studied.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite: Junior level or above
    Integrating Knowledge Citizenship, Social Responsibility, and Global Awareness


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  • ED 425 Early Childhood Policy and Advocacy

    This course will give an overview of the policy and laws that influence early childhood education today.  Students will gain insight into trends regarding topics such public pre-K, teacher qualifications/licensure, QRIS, and accreditation.  Students will gain proficiency collaborating with local/state/federal agencies, understanding which agencies impact early childhood, and advocating for early childhood priorities.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing


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  • ED 427 Professional Development: Early Childhood Studies Capstone

    A culminating course devoted to analyzing and synthesizing knowledge and skills gained through the Early Childhood Studies major as it applies to early childhood education. Students will examine teaching and learning through core studies and preparation for their final portfolio.
    Credits: 3


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  • ED 443 Supporting Language, Literacy and Culture

    Major theories of language and literacy will be examined as they apply to diverse emergent and developing readers in preschool through elementary grades. Teacher candidates learn how to administer a variety of reading assessments to guide instructional decision-making and design standards-based rationales and lesson plans that differentiate to meet all students’ unique needs.
    Credits: 3


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  • ED 444 Content Literacy

    Course will focus on content area literacy (reading, writing, speaking and listening) for students from early childhood through high school. In-depth examination and application of a standards-based approach to instruction and assessment will be a major focus. Digital literacies will also be explored as a means to present, illuminate and assess content.
    Credits: 3


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  • ED 448 Early Childhood Curriculum (birth- 4th grade)

    Course emphasizes planning, organizing, implementing and evaluating programs for young children with diverse learning needs ages birth-4th grade within the framework of developmentally appropriate practices for young children in inclusive settings. Students will explore, plan and implement curriculum and environments using individually responsive, developmentally and culturally appropriate methods and materials.
    Credits: 3


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  • ED 449 Observation and Assessment of the Young Child

    Measurement theory, observation, screening and assessment practices, familiarization with selected instruments, legal and ethical guidelines for assessing young children ages birth through 4th grade in inclusive settings. Assignments will be tied to student teaching experiences.
    Credits: 3


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  • ED 461 Differentiating Instruction for Diverse Learners

    Focus on identification of students’ skills, readiness levels, interests and learning styles and the exploration of teaching techniques and resources that respond to their unique needs. Preservice teachers explore aspects of teaching that promote an inclusive classroom.
    Credits: 3


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  • ED 462 Encouraging Discouraged Children

    Ideas from Dreikurs, Adler, Ellis, Glasser and other theorists are examined with a goal of applying these ideas in the classroom and/or home. Focus on the concept of discouragement and how discouragement influences the teacher, student and parent constitute the primary focus of this class.
    Credits: 3


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  • ED 464 Families & Community Involvement in Early Childhood Education

    Strategies for developing family and culturally appropriate family-professional partnerships to benefit young children birth-4th grade of all abilities. Theories and research that support family-centered practices are explored. Focus on family and professional rights and responsibilities in the special education process.
    Credits: 3


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  • ED 466 Technology in Inclusive Early Childhood Environments

    This course is designed to explore trends, issues and tools related to the use of technology with young children from birth-8 years of all abilities in inclusive settings. Students will gain experience identifying, evaluating and using a variety of technologies that are appropriate for use with young children and their families. The evaluation and use of assistive technology to support learners of all abilities is an integral component of this course. This course contains 10 hours of field service work in the area of early childhood (birth-8years).
    Credits: 3
    Integrating Knowledge Science, Technology, and Society


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  • ED 470 Home Visiting in Early Childhood

    This course explores the use and practice of home visiting in early childhood and early intervention programs as a means of providing services and supports to diverse young children and their families. A variety of home visiting approaches will be explored, with focus on a primary service provider model through an ecological systems lens. As home visiting is an opportunity for providers to work with both young children and their families, an additional focus will include building and maintaining relationships with families, strategies for communication with families, and collaboration across disciplines will be included. Using strategies to promote development and work with children of varying abilities and from diverse backgrounds will also be a key focus of this course.
    Credits: 3


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  • ED 472 Trauma Informed Practices in Early Childhood

    This course will immerse students in theory, research and practice around best-practices in trauma informed practices for our youngest children (birth-8years). Using an ecological systems context, participants of this course will explore the causes and consequences of traumatic experiences within the context of developmental, psychological and neurobiological processes. Students will examine the meaning of trauma within a cultural context, and examine their own personal reactions and potential bias when it comes to their work with young children and families experiencing trauma.
    Credits: 3


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  • ED 477 Literacy at the Middle Level

    Promotes reading/literacy in middle school and upper grades of elementary school. Emphasis will be on the reading/literacy process, content area literacy goals and strategies, importance of recreational reading, assessment of reading growth and new trends and materials for a balanced literacy approach.
    Credits: 3


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  • ED 479 Fostering Biliteracy in ESOL/Bilingual Classrooms: Latin America

    Explores the relationship between first and second language literacy and between oral and written language skills. It also examines ESOL and bilingual literacy teaching strategies for different language proficiency levels, as well as materials, classroom organizational structures and assessment tools. Approaches for literacy development that bridge experiential and cultural differences are emphasized, including multicultural literature and family involvement in the learning process.
    Credits: 4


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  • ED 481 Introduction to ESOL and Bilingual Education

    Introduction to the field of ESOL and bilingual education. Provides an overview of the principles of second language acquisition and explores classroom practices that allow English language learners at different proficiency levels to access grade-level content while developing skills in academic and social language.
    Credits: 3
    Integrating Knowledge Citizenship, Social Responsibility, and Global Awareness


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  • ED 483 Culture, Community and the ESOL/Bilingual Classroom

    Explores the concept of culture and its manifestation in society, the community and the classroom. Examines the research literature and provides a theoretical foundation for understanding how cultural groups and students’ identities affect the educational process and the classroom climate.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite: ED 481  


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