Education Courses

Teacher Education Division

EDUC 201 Foundations of Education: An introductory analysis of contemporary American education: its structure, objectives, and problems viewed through various social, philosophical and historical perspectives and studied in theory and action through seminars, field observations, and on-site experiences in public schools.
Every Semester, 3 Credits
EDUC 213 Developmental Psychology (Child and Adolescent Development): Human growth and development from conception through adolescence, including learning and behavior examined within their physical, intellectual, emotional and social/cultural contexts. Emphasis placed upon normal rather than abnormal behavior. Implications for the education of children and adolescents are considered.
Prerequisite: PSYC 101.
Every Semester, 3 Credits
EDUC 214 Educational Psychology: Systematic explorations of contemporary psychological knowledge related to education. Changing capacities and interests are examined with reference to the psychology of learning. Emphasis placed upon the principles of guiding children and adolescents toward maximum self-realization. Leading viewpoints and research evidence are applied to the development and evaluation of a personal way of teaching.
Prerequisites: EDUC 213 and Writing Proficiency.
Every Semester, 3 Credits
EDUC 260 Teaching Exceptional Students: The effect of litigation on programs for the handicapped will be examined with particular emphasis on the concept of the "least restrictive environment." Procedural requirements, including the referral, evaluation and placement procedures, and the Individualized Educational Program (IEP), will be examined as the pertain to handicapped children receiving their education in the least restrictive environment. The characteristics and learning needs of various categories of Exceptional Children will be studied, as well as the preferred teaching strategies and behavioral management techniques utilized to assure that these children receive an appropriate and effective education.
Prerequisites: EDUC 201, 213, 214.
Every Semester, 3 Credits
EDUC 265 Computer Literacy for Educators: Practical experiences in both micro and mini-computer systems as a means of classroom instruction will be offered. Students will gain an understanding of the options available in both hardware and software as they relate to the formal educational process.
Prerequisites: EDUC 201, 213.
Laboratory fee: $25.00.
Every Semester, 3 Credits
EDUC 275 Issues & Trends in Education: The intent of this course is to keep students informed of the current issues and trends in education. Two specific issues will be addressed each semester. Implications for use in teaching and learning will be developed. Issues may change yearly.
Prerequisite: EDUC 214.
Every Semester, 2 Credits
EDUC 301 Integrated Teaching Methods in the Elementary School: (A) Reading (B) Language Arts, Social Studies (C) Science, Mathematics: A pre-student teaching methods and materials course covering theory and practice in teaching the elementary school subjects listed above. Students are assigned to local elementary schools five mornings a week where they actively participate in the classroom, practicing the skills of teaching in all areas of the curriculum. Students are supervised by cooperating classroom teachers and college instructors. Weekly seminars are conducted on campus where evaluation and continued development of teaching skills are covered.
Prerequisites: EDUC 201, 213, 214, 260, 265, 275, 311 and a passing score in NYSTCE-L.A.S.T.
Fall and Spring, 16 Credits
EDUC 311 Classroom Management: Specific techniques and strategies for motivating as well as modifying student behavior in predictable and desirable directions will be examined and practiced. Means of evaluating the effectiveness of a teacher's behavior in producing desired levels of student motivation and self-discipline will be studied.
Prerequisites: EDUC 201, 213, 214.
Every semester, 3 Credits
EDUC 394 Teaching in the Middle/High School: A study of the role of the teacher in a middle/high school setting. Students will be introduced to the elements of the school community, the adolescent learner and the learning environment, curriculum, instructional format, and classroom management. Classroom observation and participation in a secondary school are required.
Prerequisite: EDUC 214
Spring, 3 Credits
EDUC 395 Methods and Materials in Teaching Secondary Subjects: Methods and materials of teaching a specific academic subject on the middle or high school level. Field experience related to subject areas is incorporated.
Prerequisites: EDUC 201, 213, 214, passing score on NYSCE-L.A.S.T.
Fall, 3 Credits
EDUC 400 Independent Studies in Education: Please contact the Education Division Office for further information.
1 to 4 Credits
EDUC 401 Clinical Practice in Elementary Education: Five school days each week are spent in a school assigned by the Teacher Education Office. The clinical practice experience is required for students preparing to be certified for teaching in the elementary grades N-6. It is designed to give continuous experience in assigned levels of the elementary grades.
Prerequisites: EDUC 301 A, B, C.
Co-requisite: EDUC 402.
Every semester, 10 Credits
EDUC 402 Seminar in Elementary Clinical Practice: Theory and Practice: The seminar offers students an opportunity to integrate the student teaching experience, expand understanding in all aspects of educational theory and practice, and become involved in professional experiences.
Co-requisite: EDUC 401.
Every semester, 2 Credits
EDUC 411 Clinical Practice in Secondary Schools: Students preparing to qualify as secondary school teachers are required to spend five full days each week in supervised clinical practice in a secondary school assigned by the Teacher Education Office.
Prerequisites: EDUC 201, 213, 214, 260, 394, 395.
Co-requisite: EDUC 412.
Every semester, 10 Credits
EDUC 412 Seminar in Secondary Clinical Practice: A companion course to EDUC 411 in which the student integrates day-to-day classroom observation and teaching experience with current educational theory and practice.
Co-requisite: EDUC 411.
Fall and Spring, 2 Credits
EDUC 412A Clinical Practice in Art: Students preparing to qualify as art leaders to spend five full days each week in supervised clinical practice. Seven weeks will be in K-6 and seven weeks will be in 7-12.
Prerequisite: EDUC 201, 213, 214, 260, 311, ARTS 395.
Co-requisite: EDUC 412A.
Every semester, 10 Credits
EDUC 412A Seminar in Art Clinical Practice: A companion course to EDUC 411A in which the student integrates day-to-day classroom observation and teaching experience with current educational theory and practice.
Co-requisite: EDUC 411A
Every semester, 2 Credits