All Graduate level Course Descriptions
Capstone Experience
EDR 601 - Action Research Project and Oral Presentation - 3 units
To complete the action research, the student plans and implements a project that engages the student in applying research to practice at a local school site. Each student, under the supervision of his or her advisor, completes an action research paper in preparation for the oral presentation. The oral presentation involves a critique of the student's action research experience. Prerequisite: Successful completion of EDU 580 and approval by the program director.
EDR 602 - Thesis and Oral Presentation - 3 units
The student successfully completes a thesis and prepares for an oral presentation of the research under the supervision of a major advisor and one other faculty member. The thesis should demonstrate the student's ability to design or replicate and conduct independent research. The research must be relevant to the field of education and add to the research literature. The oral presentation involves an analysis of the student's thesis. Prerequisites: Successful completion of EDU 580 and approval by the program director.
EDR 603 - Independent Research Paper and Oral Presentation* - 1 units
The independent research paper engages the student in the summary, synthesis, and interpretation of relevant literature on a research topic. The paper builds upon but does not directly replicate work from previous papers written for courses. The oral presentation involves a critique of the relevant issues and research on the topic. Prerequisites: Successful completion of EDU 580 and approval by the program director.
EDR 604 - Written Comprehensive Examination and Oral Presentation* - 0 units
The student successfully passes a written comprehensive examination and presents a synthesis of his or her work in the program. The oral presentation is developed for the purpose of reflecting on and sharing the accomplishments of the student in the program. Prerequisites: Successful completion of EDU 580 and completion of all but six semester hours of coursework in the student's program.
EDR 605 - Action Research - 3 units
During this course the students enrolled work in collaborative groups and with their faculty advisor to finalize planning, implement the action plan, and write the action research report. An oral presentation upon completion of the project involves a critique of the students' action research experiences. Prerequisite: EDU or EDOL 580
*EDR 603 and EDU 604 require that the student enroll in additional units to fulfill the total number of semester units required for the student's program.
EDU Courses
EDU 515 - Instructional Leadership and Assessment - 3 units
This course will provide students with an understanding of school organization and the management and leadership of schools. Effective techniques for instructional leaders to teach concepts, skills, and values will be presented and modeled. Theories of cognitive development and strategies implemented by instructional leadership conduct classroom observations will be explored. Specific techniques to guide, motivate, delegate, and build consensus will be examined.
EDU 520 - Curriculum Design and Evaluation - 3 units
This course will provide students with an intensive study pedagogical approaches and materials for teaching in schools, including state curriculum documents, the curricular recommendations of professional associations, recommendations that have emerged from recent educational research, and the recommendations of recent reform movements. Specific emphasis will be given to the study of alternative approaches to curriculum theory, design, practice, and evaluation.
EDU 534 - Working with Diverse Family Structures - 3 units
Evaluation of the current research of families with the goal of recognizing and responding to the diversity represented in schools. Review of family systems theory, communication within the family, and sociological and political issues impacting the family. Candidates will explore how they might exercise leadership in initiating, developing, and implementing programs and policies that will foster success for all students.
EDU 547 - Brain-based Instruction - 3 units
This course is designed to provide experienced, credentialed teachers with the latest in psychological research findings that can be directly applied to the classroom. Topics will include the functions and anatomy of the brain and multiple intelligences. The course will bring together the most accurate depiction of how the brain works with the experience and expertise of classroom teachers. (Prerequisite: Successful completion of Student Teaching II)
EDU 550 - Educational Diversity: Change and Reform - 3 units
This course will examine the historical, legal, social, political, ethical, and economic perspectives that have impacted schools in the American Society. Students will examine the dynamics of curriculum change and key role leaders play in creating a learning community in schools. Opportunity will be provided for students to debate the problems and possible approaches to deal with problems confronting schools. Special emphasis will be placed on the importance of involving communities in the life of a school. Persons and groups involved in establishing and developing Educational policies and practices that will meet the diverse need of the public will be explored.
EDU 561 - Linguistics in Action - 3 units
Translates the linguistic realities of the English language into strategies for implementation that can be used to enhance writing, listening, and speaking experiences in the multicultural classroom. Focuses especially on incorporating second-language students into the classroom activity mainstream. (Prerequisites: Program admission and successful completion of Student Teaching I)
EDU 562 - Advanced Studies in Classroom Reading Instruction - 3 units
Provides Master Degree Candidates who are pursuing a Reading Strand with knowledge of current reading research and to equip them with advanced techniques in the assessment and teaching of literacy skills across the content areas (grades K-12). Emphasis will be placed on assessing struggling readers, analyzing the curriculum with the needs of these students in mind, and implementing appropriate instruction for a diverse student population. Fieldwork is required. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Student Teaching I.
EDU 565 - Diagnostic/Prescriptive Teaching of Reading - 3 units
Edu 565 provides advanced study of reading difficulties, the application of procedures for identifying, diagnosing, and analyzing these difficulties, and the development and implementation of instructional strategies that enable each student to read up to his/her potential. Fieldwork in the form of a Case Study and tutoring is required. Prerequisites: Edu 561 and Edu 562 or approval by the program director.
EDU 566 - Practicum in Diagnosis and Prescriptive Teaching of Reading - 3 units
This reading practicum gives teachers the opportunity to practice skills requires in 561, 562, and 565. Candidates develop and implement a classroom assessment system demonstrating its use as the plan and implement instruction for individuals as well as small and large groups. Emphasis is placed on expanding knowledge of current research as it informs literacy instruction and becoming a site-based literacy leader. Field work is required. Prerequisites: Edu 460/560, Edu 561, Edu 562 and Edu 565.
EDU 580 - Educational Research - 3 units
This course examines the field of educational research by exploring research models, analyzing research articles and applying measurement and statistical techniques to problems of educational research. Each student will learn the essentials needed to carry out the entire research process and develop a research proposal that will guide the thesis or project. (Prerequisites: Successful completion of Student Teaching II)
EDU 584 - Classroom Management - 3 units
Provides instruction in designing a learning environment that meets the needs of students and teacher. Attention is given to routine procedures, student behavior, physical facilities, patterns of student and teacher interaction, and other factors that affect student learning. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Student Teaching I.
EDU 586 - Educational Technology: Level II - 3 units
This course equips teachers to be knowledgeable about educational technology standards as adopted by the state. It incorporates a thorough review of the California Technology Standards Level II and covers skills in using technology in the classroom. Upon successful completion, the student will have met the requirements for certification of Level II technology skills. Successful completion will be considered 83% or better as a final grade.
EDUC Courses
EDUC 201 - Introduction to Teaching Careers II - 1 units
This course focuses on a broad picture of teaching through an emphasis on the California Standards for the Teaching Profession and the the corresponding Teacher Performance Expectations. Through course activities the students will develop awareness of the CSTP's and what to look for to see evidence of these standards in his/her assigned field experience. Minimum of 15 hours of field work is required in a university assigned placement.
EDUC 301 - Psychology and Development of Diverse Learners - 3 units
Students explore and learn the major concepts, principles, theories, and research related to the cognitive, social, emotional, physical, and moral development of children and adolescents. They also learn the major concepts, principles, and research associated with human learning, achievement, motivation, conduct and attitude.
EDUC 501 - Instructional Planning and Assessment - 3 units
Students will learn a variety of approaches to planning, managing, delivering, and assessing instruction. They will draw on social, cultural, and historical foundations, as well as learning theory as they design, assess, and differentiate instruction for all students.
EDUC 502 - Creating a Positive Learning Environment - 3 units
This course will provide students preparing to teach in today's schools with an understanding of how personal, family, school, community and environmental factors are related to students' academic, physical, emotional and social well-being. The effects of student health and safety on learning will be addressed. Candidates will learn skills for communicating and working with families. They will learn their professional and legal responsibilities as teachers in California schools.
EDUC 522 - Math and Science Methods - 2 units
Students will learn approaches to planning, managing, delivering and assessing instruction in science and mathematics. Students will draw on social, cultural, historical foundations and learning theory as they plan instruction.
EDUC 523 - Integrated Curriculum Methods - 2 units
Students will learn approaches to planning, managing, delivering and assessing instruction in history, arts and physical education. Students will draw on social, cultural, historical foundations and learning theory as they plan instruction.
EDUC 524 - Secondary Curriculum and Methods - 4 units
Provides students preparing to teach in secondary schools with understanding of the secondary school curriculum. Students will examine recent research, use the California Frameworks and K-12 Content Standards to explore their subject areas, and evaluate curriculum materials. Emphasis is given to preparing lesson plans that meet the diverse needs of students.
EDUC 551 - Language and Culture - 3 units
Addresses the impact of cultural, linguistic, socio-economic status, religious and gender diversity on the education of elementary and secondary school students. This course also addresses numerous issues surrounding first and second language acquisition, such as oral language development, listening skills, writing and reading development. Curricular implications will also be focus of this course.
EDUC 560 - Reading/Language Development in Diverse Elementary Classrooms - 4 units
This course focuses on preparing the elementary school teacher to instruct reading and language arts in diverse classrooms. It follows the guidelines set forth by the CCTC in 1997 and the California Language Arts Frameworks and Standards.
EDUC 570 - Content Area Reading in Middle and Secondary Classrooms - 4 units
Examines theory and practice in reading instruction as applied to the content areas of middle and secondary schools. Emphasizes development of reading techniques ranging from assessment of individual skills to selection of appropriate materials and strategies for instruction in subject areas for diverse classrooms. The guidelines set forth by the CCTC and the California Language Arts Frameworks and Standards serve as the basis for this course.
EDUC 580 - Student Teaching I-TPA Practicum: Elem/Multiple Subject - 1 units
This course consists of thirty (30) hours of field experience and class seminars to prepare students to teach in elementary schools. Students will develop an understanding of instructional planning and delivery, and how to meet the needs of diverse learners. Through the activities of this course, students will complete Teacher Performance Task 1 and Task 2.
EDUC 581 - Student Teaching I-TPA Practicum: Secondary/Single Subject - 1 units
This course consists of thirty (30) hours of field experience and class seminars to prepare students to teach in secondary schools. Students will develop an understanding of 7-12 curriculum, strategies to teach reading, and how to meet the needs of diverse learners. Through the activities of this course, students will complete Teacher Performance Task 1 and Task 2.
EDUC 582/583 Student Teaching II - 12 units
Teaching strategies and classroom management are practiced at grade levels and in subject matter that represent the student teacher's career choice. Prerequisites: Program admission, completion of foundation and method's courses, program requirements, passing the CSET, MSAT, or PRAXIS and SSAT exam or completing a state-approved Subject Matter Preparation Program, and applying to student teach prior to the deadline.