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| CHLD 210 FOUNDATIONS OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION | 3 |
In-depth study of the historical, philosophical, and psychological
bases of early childhood education. Prerequisite:
PSYC 215 or permission of instructor.
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| CHLD 374 PROFESSIONAL CORE I: CREATIVE ACTIVITIES | 4 |
Materials and teaching strategies involving art, music, poetry,
storytelling, and dramatic play in early childhood education.
Prerequisite: CHLD 210.
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| CHLD 376 PROFESSIONAL CORE II: THE PHYSICAL WORLD | 4 |
Materials and teaching strategies to acquaint children with the
physical world. Includes personal health, nutrition and safety,
natural science observation, and simple quantification concepts.
Prerequisite: CHLD 210.
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| CHLD 378 INFANT AND TODDLER CARE | 2 |
Group care practices for children from birth to three years of age.
Prerequisite: CHLD 210.
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| CHLD 430 ISSUES & TRENDS IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION | 3 |
Current literature and legislation pertaining to early childhood
education and models for delivery of these services. Prerequisite:
CHLD 210.
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| CHLD 438 INTERVENTION IN THE PRESCHOOL SETTING | 3 |
Analysis of the interaction and development of the child within the
school, family, and community; approaches to child rearing,
management, and guidance. Prerequisite:
CHLD 210. Offered even years only.
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| CHLD 440 FUNCTIONAL ASSESSMENT (OR SPED 440) | 3 |
Students will assess and evaluate using functional behavior analysis.
Students will also understand the role of functional assessment in
student placement and curriculum modification and adaptation, and
making accommodations for special needs students.
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| CHLD 450 LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT IN YOUNG CHILDREN (OR PSYC 450) | 3 |
Normal development of speech and language in children, including
methods of facilitation. Prerequisite:
CHLD 210. Offered odd years only.
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| CHLD 480 FIELD WORK IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION | 2-4; 4 |
A broad spectrum of closely supervised experience in actual field
settings. Prerequisites: CHLD 210, and
permission of early childhood adviser.
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| EDUC 210 FOUNDATIONS OF EDUCATION | 3 |
Study of social and historical foundations of American education;
cultural, political, institutional, and interpersonal influences on
school structure, funding, curriculum design, and the practice of
teaching.
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| EDUC 247 ELEMENTARY SCHOOL EXPLORATORY | 1 |
A three-week internship in a multigrade elementary classroom, designed
to acquaint the intern with teacher responsibilities for planning,
organizing, and launching a new school year. Deadline for application
is the second week of April. Offered autumn quarter only.
Prerequisites: EDUC 210, and Washington
State Patrol clearance on file in the office of Education and
Psychology. Graded S or NC.
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| EDUC 267 MIDDLE SCHOOL EXPLORATORY | 1 |
A thirty-hour internship in a public middle school classroom. Designed
to acquaint the intern with student behavior at the grade level
assigned, along with teacher responsibilities for planning,
implementing, and managing the instructional program, including
launching a new school year. Deadline for application is the second
week of April. Offered autumn quarter only. Prerequisites:
EDUC 210, and Washington State Patrol clearance on file in
the Office of Education and Psychology. Graded S or NC.
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| EDUC 280 STUDENT LITERACY CORPS EXPERIENCE | 1-2 |
A service-learning course with the specific focus of tutoring persons
who are educationally or economically disadvantaged. Students will
learn effective methods of literacy tutoring and gain both training
and experience in communicating stay-in-school values and building
self esteem. Students will gain experience in working with students
from a diverse population and gain understanding of cultural
differences. The student will evaluate their own attitudes of
individual responsibility to the community. The course will include
both in-class and on-site participation.
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| EDUC 360 ELEMENTARY CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION: READING AND LANGUAGE ARTS | 6 or 8 |
Study of language acquisition in elementary-age children, including
speaking, thinking, listening, reading and writing, drama, and
children's literature. Philosophy, curriculum, media, and
research-based strategies used in teaching reading and language arts.
Practicum required. (Registration for 6 credits requires permission of
the School of Education and Psychology.) Prerequisite: Admission to
Teacher Certification Program.
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| EDUC 365 INSTRUCTIONAL METHODOLOGY | 3 |
Study of research-based models and exemplary practices for teaching in
the secondary classroom environment; emphasis on human dynamics, rules
and routines, conflict resolution, motivational strategies, eliciting
parental support, and professional growth. Prerequisite: Admission to
Teacher Certification Program.
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| EDUC 367 INSTRUCTIONAL METHODOLOGY PRACTICUM | 1 |
Laboratory practice in selected teaching skills, utilizing videotaped
feedback and one-on-one conferencing. One laboratory per week.
Prerequisite or Corequisite: EDUC 365.
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| EDUC 373 ELEMENTARY CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION: MATHEMATICS | 4 |
Survey of the curriculum, media, and research-based strategies used in
teaching elementary mathematics, including software evaluation for
computer-aided instruction (CAI). Practicum required. Prerequisites:
Admission to Teacher Certification Program;
MATH 112 and 113.
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| EDUC 381 ELEMENTARY CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION: RELIGION | 2 |
Survey of the curriculum, media, and strategies used in teaching Bible
to elementary-age children. Emphasis on building relationships in an
environment which nurtures the child's spiritual growth. Prerequisite:
Admission to Teacher Certification Program.
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| EDUC 382 ELEMENTARY CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION: SOCIAL STUDIES | 2 |
Survey of the curriculum, media, and research-based strategies used in
teaching elementary social studies. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher
Certification Program.
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| EDUC 383 ELEMENTARY CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION: SCIENCE AND HEALTH | 2 or 3 |
Survey of the curriculum, media, and research-based strategies used in
teaching elementary science and health; emphasis on science as a
process of inquiry. Registration for 2 credits requires permission of
the School of Education and Psychology. Prerequisite: Admission to
Teacher Certification Program.
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| EDUC 390 MEASUREMENT AND EVALUATION IN EDUCATION | 3 |
Designing and interpreting criterion-referenced objective and
performance assessments; interpretation of norm-referenced
examinations; concepts of reliability and validity; item analysis;
grading and reporting classroom performance. Prerequisites: Admission
to Teacher Certification Program and any one of the following EDUC
courses: EDUC 360, 365
, 373, 382,
383.
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| EDUC 395 METHODS OF TEACHING SECONDARY SCIENCE | 3 |
A course intended for students seeking secondary endorsements in
biology, chemistry, or physics. Study of inquiry based learning
experiences in science, the relation of concepts of science to
contemporary historical, technological and societal issues, course
management, practices, and safety. Prerequisites:
EDUC 365 and
BIOL 103, or
CHEM 143, or
PHYS 213 or PHYS 253
. Offered even years only.
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| EDUC 405 CLASSROOM ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT | 3 |
Study of research-based models and exemplary practices for organizing
and managing the elementary classroom environment; emphasis on human
dynamics, rules and routines, conflict resolution, motivational
strategies, and eliciting parental support. Prerequisite: Admission to
Teacher Certification Program.
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| EDUC 410 PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION (OR PHIL 410) | 3 |
Study of educational thought and practice from a philosophical
perspective: the aims, principles, and theories of education, with
special reference to Christian schools.
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| EDUC 425 LEGAL AND ETHICAL ASPECTS OF EDUCATION | 3 |
Issues of law and ethics with direct application to the teaching
profession, including educational structure and governance,
church/state relations, students' rights, teachers' rights and
responsibilities, and tort liability. Prerequisite: Admission to
Teacher Certification Program.
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| EDUC 431 PSYCHOLOGY OF READING (OR SPED 431) | 3 |
Study of the psychological, perceptual, developmental, and
physiological aspects of reading.
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| EDUC 434 TRENDS IN EDUCATION (OR SPEC 434) | 1-3; 6 |
Current theory and practice in teaching and learning in elementary or
secondary schools. Elective credit or renewal of teacher
certification. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Certification
Program or Teacher Certification.
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| EDUC 444 TEACHING CULTURALLY DIVERSE STUDENTS | 2 |
Study of human diversity and its impact on the educational process;
emphasis on instructional and management strategies that respect and
value cultural, ethnic, and language differences. Prerequisites:
Admission to Teacher Certification Program;
EDUC 365 or six hours of elementary
methods courses or permission of instructor.
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| EDUC 475 TEACHING READING SKILLS IN THE CONTENT AREAS | 3 |
Introduction to diagnosis, vocabulary, comprehension skills, rate
variation, management, and study skills in junior high and secondary
reading. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Certification Program.
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| EDUC 480 STUDENT TEACHING IN THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 12 |
Application of teaching theory in the classroom; full participation in
a teaching situation under the supervision of an experienced teacher.
Conferences will be conducted with the student teacher by the
cooperating teacher and college supervisor. Scheduled group sessions
required. Students enrolled in student teaching may not register for
other courses without the written permission of the School of
Education and Psychology. Student teacher placement is done in
cooperation with school districts and, because it is a shared
decision, placement is not guaranteed. Placement decisions are based
on the applicant's academic preparation, interpersonal relationship
abilities, classroom management skills, and other factors outlined in
Minimum Competencies for Teacher Candidates, available from the School
of Education and Psychology. Prerequisites:
EDUC 360, 373,
405 and permission of the School of Education and Psychology.
Graded S or NC.
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| EDUC 481 STUDENT TEACHING IN THE SECONDARY SCHOOL | 12 |
Application of teaching theory in the classroom; full participation in
a teaching situation under the supervision of an experienced teacher.
Conferences will be conducted with the student teacher by the
cooperating teacher and college supervisor. Scheduled group sessions
required. Students enrolled in student teaching may not register for
other courses without the written permission of the School of
Education and Psychology. Student teacher placement is done in
cooperation with school districts and, because it is a shared
decision, placement is not guaranteed. Placement decisions are based
on the applicant's academic preparation, interpersonal relationship
abilities, classroom management skills, and other factors outlined in
Minimum Competencies for Teacher Candidates, available from the School
of Education & Psychology. Prerequisites:
EDUC 365, 367 and
permission of the School of Education and Psychology. Graded S or NC.
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| EDUC 492 EDUCATION OF THE GIFTED (OR SPED 492) | 3 |
Introduction to the design of learning opportunities for gifted
children in the light of their psychological characteristics.
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| EDUC 494 COOPERATIVE EDUCATION | 0-3 |
Individual contract arrangement involving students, faculty, and
cooperating businesses to gain practical experience in an off-campus
setting. Allows the student to apply advanced classroom learning.
Prerequisite: Approval by the School of Education and Psychology.
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| EDUC 495 COLLOQUIUM: | 0 |
Small Schools ญญ Theory and application of procedures and
practices in multigrade and multiage elementary classrooms.
Child Abuse -- Identification, impact, and prevention of physical,
emotional, sexual, and substance abuse. Discussion of teachers' legal
responsibilities.
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| EDUC 496 SEMINAR | 1-3; 6 |
In-depth examination of a specific topic in education. Topics may
include cooperative learning, curriculum reform, small-school
pedagogy, media applications, etc. Prerequisite: upper division
major/minor in education or permission of instructor.
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| PSYC 130 GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY | 4 |
Survey emphasizing the scientific bases of psychological
investigation. Introduction to the fundamental vocabulary,
methodologies, established facts, and sound principles of psychology.
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| PSYC 215 CHILD AND ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT | 4 |
Life from prenatal through adolescent years. Emphasis is placed on the
emotional, social, physical, motor, and psychological development of
the individual.
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| PSYC 216 ADULT DEVELOPMENT AND AGING | 3 |
Current methods and theories relating to psychological development,
maturity, and decline as evidenced during the adolescent, youth,
middle age, and retirement years.
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| PSYC 220 EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY | 3 |
Study of current research in human development, individual
differences, learning, cognition, and motivation, with particular
reference to elementary and secondary classrooms; emphasis placed on
the application of theory to teacher decision-making and
problem-solving. This course will not apply toward a psychology major.
Prerequisite: PSYC 130 or permission of
instructor.
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| PSYC 225 MARRIAGE AND FAMILY LIFE (OR SOCI 225) | 2 |
Study of the physical, economic, and psychological adjustments
necessary for happy marriage and parenthood; stresses Christian
philosophy and principles; staff members and guest speakers will
lecture and lead discussions. This course will not apply toward a
psychology major.
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| PSYC 266 LEARNING AND BEHAVIOR | 3 |
Basic learning phenomena in animals and humans including classical and
operant conditioning, as well as more complex learning. The
application of these phenomena in human and animal behavior change is
also addressed. Emphasis will be placed on behavioral approaches.
Prerequisite: PSYC 130. Offered even
years only.
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| PSYC 344 SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY | 4 |
The dynamics of social interaction and interpersonal behavior with
application to contemporary society. Prerequisite:
PSYC 130 or permission of instructor.
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| PSYC 366 THEORIES OF PERSONALITY | 4 |
Theories of personality development, assessment, and adjustment.
Prerequisite: PSYC 130.
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| PSYc 370 HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY (OR HLTH 370) | 3 |
The study of learning, motivation, and psychological theories as
related to health decisions and practices. Topics include the
psychology of addictive behavior, behavioral health, and the
relationship between stressful life events, social support, and
wellness.
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| PSYC 390 COGNITIVE PSYCHOLOGY | 4 |
Theories and methods in the study of mental processes such as
attention, pattern recognition, comprehension, memory, knowledge
representation, and problem solving. Connections to neuroscience and
applications to information science are also explored.
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| PSYC 425 PSYCHOLOGY OF RELIGION (OR RELH 425) | 3 |
Interpretation of religious behavior and motivation from psychological
perspectives.
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| PSYC 430 PSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING | 3 |
Principles of test selection, administration, and interpretation;
consideration of the contributions and limitations of major types of
standardized tests and inventories used in the behavioral sciences.
Prerequisites: PSYC 130;
MATH 206; and permission of instructor.
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| PSYC 434 PERSPECTIVES IN PSYCHOLOGY | 1-3; 6 |
Current theory and practice in psychology. Elective credit.
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| PSYC 437 DEATH AND DYING (OR SOWK 437) | 3 |
Study of the process of death and dying from four distinct
perspectives: cultural, social, personal, and professional.
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| PSYC 441 COUNSELING EXCEPTIONAL INDIVIDUALS AND THEIR FAMILIES (OR SPED 441) | 3 |
Students will learn school, family, and community partnerships to
improve learning for students with disabilities and their families,
understanding and applying knowledge of family systems including
cultural and linguistic diversity. Students will also learn transition
planning for new settings including planning post-school outcomes.
Students will be able to counsel with parents regarding the grieving
process, behavioral management plans and coping techniques and counsel
exceptional students regarding academic and vocational plans. Students
will be able to counsel with school personnel about teaching
techniques and behavior management strategies.
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| PSYC 450 LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT IN YOUNG CHILDREN (OR CHLD 450) | 3 |
Normal development of speech and language in children, including
methods of facilitation. Prerequisite:
PSYC 215. Offered odd years only.
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| PSYC 455 HISTORY AND SYSTEMS OF PSYCHOLOGY | 4 |
Historical development of the various systems and theories of
psychology. Prerequisite: PSYC 130.
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| PSYC 464 INTRODUCTION TO COUNSELING | 3 |
A systematic, comprehensive, and balanced survey of the leading
counseling approaches including an analysis of each system's
perspective on personality, abnormal behavior, clinical methods, and
the helping relationship. Course is designed for all those interested
in the helping professions. Prerequisite:
PSYC 130.
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| PSYC 466 BIOLOGICAL PSYCHOLOGY | 4 |
The study of the physiological, developmental and functional
explanations of behavior. This includes sensory and motor mechanisms,
as well as motivated behaviors, learning, memory and language. The
biological basis for mental disorders and the behavioral effects of
brain damage are also addressed. Prerequisites:
PSYC 130;
BIOL 101 or 201.
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| PSYC 471 RESEARCH METHODS I: INTRODUCTION | 2 |
Introduction to procedures for reviewing and evaluating psychological
research. Includes completion of a comprehensive review and critique
of research in a specific area of psychology.
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| PSYC 472 RESEARCH METHODS II: EXPERIMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY | 2 |
Advanced study of research design and interpretation in psychology.
Includes completion of a research proposal in the area of psychology
reviewed in PSYC 471. Prerequisites:
PSYC 130, PSYC 471,
MATH 206 or equivalent.
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| PSYC 473 RESEARCH METHODS III: RESEARCH PROJECT | 2 |
Execution of the research proposal accepted in
PSYC 472. Prerequisite:
PSYC 472 and permission of instructor.
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| PSYC 489 CAREER AND LIFESTYLE DEVELOPMENT | 3 |
Theories of career and lifestyle development, counseling approaches,
ethical issues, and applications to the diversity of work settings are
covered. The changing roles of women and men, dual career families and
life span changes in career are addressed. Offered odd years only.
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| PSYC 492 ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY | 4 |
Behavioral disturbances, therapeutic measures, and related theories.
Prerequisites; PSYC 130;
PSYC 215 or 366.
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| PSYC 494 COOPERATIVE EDUCATION | 0-4 |
Individual contract arrangement involving students, faculty, and
cooperating businesses to gain practical experience in an off-campus
setting. Allows the student to apply advanced classroom learning.
Prerequisite: Approval by the School of Education and Psychology.
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| PSYC 496 SEMINAR | 2-3; 6 |
In-depth examination of a specific topic in psychology. Topics may
include motivation, sensation and perception, mental health, human
sexuality, etc. Prerequisite: upper division major/minor in psychology
or permission of instructor.
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| SPED 210 FOUNDATIONS OF SPECIAL EDUCATION | 3 |
An introduction to special education as a field of study and practice
in American schools. Examines social and historical foundations, the
characteristics of handicapping conditions, and their impact on the
educational setting. Prerequisite:
PSYC 215 or permission of instructor.
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| SPED 324 ADAPTED PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND RECREATION (OR PETH 324) | 3 |
Study of common abnormalities found in students which may be corrected
or helped by proper exercise; considers extent and limitations of the
teacher's responsibility in this phase of education. Lecture and
laboratory.
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| SPED 373 MANAGEMENT OF EXCEPTIONAL INDIVIDUALS | 4 |
In-depth examination and administration of various models and
techniques for the management of exceptional individuals within the
classroom, home and community. On-site field experience required.
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| SPED 410 ADAPTIVE TECHNOLOGY IN SPECIAL EDUCATION | 3 |
Students will be able to select, evaluate, and adapt commercially
available materials and equipment including computer applications.
Focusing on curriculum modification and adaptation (including
modification of the essential academic learning requirements),
accommodations, special aids, technology, and equipment, the student
will become proficient with these techniques.
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| SPED 415 TEACHING THE PRESCHOOL EXCEPTIONAL CHILD | 3 |
Diagnosis and instructional planning on behalf of the preschool (0-6
years of age) exceptional child.
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| SPED 430 LEGAL AND PROFESSIONAL ISSUES IN SPECIAL EDUCATION | 3 |
Students will learn procedural and substantive legal issues in special
education. The students will summarize the history of special
education, noting specific landmark events, court cases, and laws that
have contributed most to the field. Students will explain the steps in
the referral process and state the main issues that generally arise.
Students will discuss current issues and trends in special education.
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| SPED 431 PSYCHOLOGY OF READING (OR EDUC 431) | 3 |
Study of the psychological, perceptual, developmental, and
physiological aspects of reading.
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| SPED 433 ASSESSMENT OF EXCEPTIONAL INDIVIDUALS | 4 |
Examination and administration of assessment measures for exceptional
individuals. On-site field experience required. Prerequisites:
SPED 210 and EDUC 390. (Course
fee $20)
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| SPED 434 TRENDS IN EDUCATION (OR EDUC 434) | 1-3; 6 |
Current theory and practice in teaching and learning in elementary or
secondary schools. Elective credit or renewal of teacher
certification. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Certification
Program or Teacher Certification.
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| SPED 435 READING DIAGNOSIS AND REMEDIATION | 3 |
The diagnosis of problems in reading and the exploration of remedial
strategies and techniques. Field experience required. Prerequisite:
EDUC 360 or equivalent.
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| SPED 436 TEACHING STUDENTS WITH MILD DISABILITIES | 4 |
In-depth examination and implementation of effective teaching
techniques for students with mild disabilities. There will be an
emphasis on regular curriculum modifications and adaptations, and
making accommodations following WAC, IDEA, 504, and ADA requirements.
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| SPED 437 TEACHING STUDENTS WITH SEVERE DISABILITIES | 4 |
In-depth examination and implementation of effective teaching
techniques for students with severe disabilities. The student will
also study classroom set-up for accommodations of these students in
the regular classroom.
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| SPED 438 CONSULTATION AND COLLABORATION IN SCHOOLS | 2 |
Students will learn school, family, and community partnerships to
improve learning for students with disabilities. They will understand
and apply knowledge of family systems including cultural and
linguistic diversity. Students will also learn collaboration, teaming,
partnerships and supervision of paraeducators. Students will design
multidisciplinary teams including community agencies,
paraprofessionals and parents of students with disabilities to provide
effective programming.
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| SPED 440 FUNDTIONAL ASSESSMENT (OR CHLD 440) | 3 |
Students will assess and evaluate using functional behavior analysis.
Students will also understand the role of functional assessment in
student placement and curriculum modification and adaptation, and
making accommodations for special needs students.
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| SPED 441 COUNSELING EXCEPTIONAL INDIVIDUALS AND THEIR FAMILIES (OR PSYC 441) | 3 |
Students will learn school, family, and community partnerships to
improve learning for students with disabilities and their families,
understanding and applying knowledge of family systems including
cultural and linguistic diversity. Students will also learn transition
planning for new settings including planning post-school outcomes.
Students will be able to counsel with parents regarding the grieving
process, behavioral management plans and coping techniques, and
counsel exceptional students regarding academic and vocational plans.
The students will be able to counsel with school personnel about
teaching techniques and behavior management strategies.
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| SPED 480 PRACTICUM IN SPECIAL EDUCATION | 1-4; 4 |
Provides a broad spectrum of closely supervised experience in actual
field settings, including assessment, management, and instruction
techniques. Prerequisites: SPED 373,
433, 436, 437, and
permission of special education adviser. May not be taken concurrently
with student teaching.
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| SPED 482 STUDENT TEACHING IN AN INCLUSIVE CLASSROOM | 12 |
Application of teaching theory in the classroom; full participation in
a teaching situation under the supervision of an experienced teacher.
Conferences will be conducted with the student teacher by the
cooperating teacher and college supervisor. Scheduled group sessions
required. Students enrolled in student teaching may not register for
other courses without the written permission of the School of
Education and Psychology. NOTE: Students wishing to receive
endorsements in both Elementary and Special Education must enroll in
this Student Teaching Experience. Student teacher placement is done in
cooperation with school districts and, because it is a shared
decision, placement is not guaranteed. Placement decisions are based
on the applicant's academic preparation, interpersonal relationship
abilities, classroom management skills, and other factors outlined in
Minimum Competencies for Teacher Certification, available from the
School of Education and Psychology. Prerequisites:
EDUC 360, 373,
390, 405, SPED 373
,436, 437,
438, 440, 480 and
permission of the School of Education and Psychology.
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| SPED 483 STUDENT TEACHING IN A SPECIAL EDUCATION CLASSROOM | 12 |
Application of teaching theory in the classroom; full participation in
a teaching situation under the supervision of an experienced teacher.
Conferences will be conducted with the student teacher by the
cooperating teacher and college supervisor. Scheduled group sessions
required. Students enrolled in student teaching may not register for
other courses without the written permission of the School of
Education and Psychology. NOTE: Students receiving only a Special
Education endorsement must enroll in this Student Teaching experience.
Student teacher placement is done in cooperation with school districts
and, because it is a shared decision, placement is not guaranteed.
Placement decisions are based on the applicant's academic preparation,
interpersonal relationship abilities, classroom management skills, and
other factors outlined in Minimum Competencies for Teacher
Certification, available from the School of Education and Psychology.
Prerequisites: EDUC 360,
373, 390, SPED 373
, 436, 437,
438, 440, 480 and
permission of the School of Education and Psychology.
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| SPED 492 EDUCATION OF THE GIFTED (OR EDUC 492) | 3 |
Introduction to the design of learning opportunities for gifted
children in the light of their psychological characteristics.
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Please see the Graduate Bulletin for a listing of graduate courses in education, special education, and psychology.
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